Baltimore Ravens Recognized Perry Hall Student Club
The team honored the Unidos Somos Fuertes club for its recent advocacy work and community fundraising.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Hispanic
The Baltimore Ravens recently honored the Unidos Somos Fuertes club at Perry Hall High School for its dedication to student advocacy. The group, which works to support immigrant students, has become a prominent voice within the Baltimore school district.
Why it matters
The club has successfully influenced local policy, demonstrating the power of student-led organizing in educational environments. Their efforts reflect a broader push for representation and safety among Baltimore students.
The Unidos Somos Fuertes club at Perry Hall High School currently has 30 members. The organization was instrumental in the passage of the school district's Policy-1250.
The players
Unidos Somos Fuertes
This student-led club at Perry Hall High School focuses on advocacy and support for immigrant students.
Brandon Scott
He is the current Mayor of Baltimore.
Wes Moore
He is the current Governor of Maryland.
Baltimore Ravens
This is a professional American football team based in Baltimore.
Latino Racial Justice Circle
This organization works on social justice issues and collaborated with students on a recent fundraiser.
The details
Founded two years ago, the club recently partnered with the Latino Racial Justice Circle to host a Lotería fundraising event. Members have actively lobbied for safe zone policies at the State House in Annapolis and met with high-ranking officials including Mayor Brandon Scott and Governor Wes Moore.
Timeline
The club was established at Perry Hall High School two years ago.
The local school district passed Policy-1250 last year.
Culture Shift
The emergence of student advocacy groups like Unidos Somos Fuertes represents a wider societal shift toward youth-led civic engagement. This trend reflects a departure from passive student participation, moving instead toward active lobbying of institutional policies such as Policy-1250.
Residents may see an increase in community-focused fundraising events organized by local student groups as a result of this group's success. This visibility encourages families to participate more directly in school board and district policy discussions.
The takeaway
Empowered student voices can serve as a catalyst for meaningful legislative and social change within their local communities. By engaging with both peers and elected leaders, students can ensure their specific needs are prioritized in district policy decisions.
Further reading
Learn more about local initiatives on our Baltimore Hispanic section page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WBAL.
