The Houston Independent School District Board
of Education issued a proclamation during its regular meeting declaring
the month of May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in HISD.
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month honors
the enduring legacy of Asian Americans and Pacific Islands Americans, and also
celebrates their significant contributions. Asian Americans and Pacific Islands
Americans have played a significant role in our city and state, leading our
community in such industries as education, medicine, finance, government, and
international trade. The theme of this year’s May-long celebration
of “This power of our stories gives power to the future.”
To join the district in celebrating
APAHM, click here to download lesson plans, student activities, and guides
designed for teachers seeking ways to include Asian Pacific American
information in the classroom.
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