Princeton, NJ. Sept. 15 – On the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month, New Jersey-based nonprofit HISPA (Hispanics Inspiring Students’ Performance and Achievement) celebrates the honor of being named a “Bright Spot in Hispanic Education” by the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics (Initiative). This recognition acknowledges the thousands of stories HISPA Role Models have shared with Hispanic/Latino students to inspire them to pursue higher education. As a “Bright Spot” organization, HISPA will be part of a national online catalog of over 230 programs that invest in key education priorities for Hispanics.