During the month of May, take the opportunity to get to know more about Asian Pacific American Heritage. This year has brought violance upon our AAPI community; learn and appreciate and take the time to watch the SSHSA and our Community Discussion on Anti-Asian Hate at this link: https://talos.stuy.edu/cms/pages/stuyvesant-blog/recording-community-discussion-anti-asian-violence-4152021/
The story of the United States is filled with contributions by Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. By decentering our teaching of the past, our students can better see this long history. In exploring documents related to the 1763 Filipino settlement in present day Louisiana, the development of Bengali communities in Harlem at the turn of the 20th century, or the many stories of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who fought for the expansion of a more just and democratic nation, students can begin to understand the significant and long term role that Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have played in our collective history. Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month provides an opportunity for educators to reflect on this history, however, it should not be the only time the history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders is taught. This robust and diverse history should be integrated into the entire curriculum of knowledge to which students are introduced. We hope that this resource is an invitation to further develop the study of this history at all levels and across all subjects.
Family Facing Resources
NYCDOE School Library System, Asian American/Pacific Islanders Collection
A collection of 433 ebooks and 93 audiobooks for young people that honors and reflects on the significant contributions Asian Americans & Pacific Islander Americans have made to the lives and culture of the United States. Available to NYCDOE students and teachers by logging into the Sora app with their NYCDOE credentials.
Asia Society, Spotlight on Asian Pacific Americans: A Biography Series for Children and Families
Part of Asia Society's new Initiative, Asian Americans Building America, The Center for Global Education will spotlight inspiring Asian Pacific Americans and explore their specific contributions to life in America. These weekly mini- lessons will aim to spark the curiosity of young learners by helping them to build a more inclusive understanding of American history.
National Park Service, Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage
A collection of itineraries from The National Park Service and other places listed in the National Register of Historic Places that bring alive Asian American and Pacific Islander peoples’ stories and how they enriched our nation. Resources also include articles, individual stories, and essays. A Teach It! section is included for both educators and parents with additional resources to engage both children and young adults.
New York Public Library, AAPI Heritage Month Resources
A collection of free online events and resources, as well as a book list for adults, kids, and teens that spotlight a range of experiences within the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.
*original post 5/1/2021
