Wanting to influence the youth of Downey High School, Mr. Vazquez, Spanish teacher, wants to expose the Latino community of the Mexican culture-Dia de Los Muertos, by having his students participate in the ofrenda. “The alter gives individuals the chance to reflect on those whom they lost, and because of very little exposure I hope to give individuals a chance to know why the Mexican culture does an ofrenda,” Vazquez stated, “Dia de Los Muertos is more than just a holiday, but more as a 3D version of a family album.”