 What is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month?
Twenty-four million people in the United States identify as Asian with 1.6 million identifying as Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, or a combination. AANHPI Heritage Month gives us the opportunity to recognize the unique experiences, traditions and cultures of people in these communities living in America.Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month began as a week-long celebration in the late 1970s becoming a month-long celebration in 1990. The month of May was chosen in honor of the first Japanese immigrants who came to the United States and the completion of the transcontinental railroad, which both occurred during May. Today, AANHPI communities speak over 100 languages in over 50 ethnic groups throughout the U.S., with ties tracing back to Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Filipino, Vietnamese, Korean, Hawaiian and other Asian and Pacific Islander ancestries.
The Importance of AANHPI Heritage Month for Students
AANHPI communities are often overlooked in U.S. history with 42% of Americans reporting they are unable to name a single Asian American historical experience.
It’s important for young people with Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander ancestry to feel safe, seen and celebrated — not just during AANHPI Heritage Month, but year-round.
Resources for AANHPI Month
Oregon Open Learning
K-5 and 6-12 Lesson Plans from the Asian American Education Project
Smithsonian Videos and Primary Documents
K-5 Children’s and 6-8 Young Adult Books
6 Charts on Asian Americans
Resources from the Japanese American Museum of Oregon
Join the Advisory Panel and Help Create Oregon's Social Science Standards
The Oregon Department of Education is convening a Social Science Standards Teacher Advisory Panel to review and revise K-12 social science standards. We are especially looking for K-5 teachers.
Teachers selected for the Social Science Panel will participate in monthly sessions from June 2023 through April 2024. Meetings will be virtual. Substitute cost reimbursement is available. The application page provides additional details about the standards panel.
Teachers from all grade levels and regions of Oregon are welcome to complete the application. Experience with the writing of state standards is not required. Educators may recommend a colleague or share this announcement with interested classroom teachers.
Application is Due by May 5, 2023
Background: Recent legislation in Oregon (HB 2845, HB 2023, SB 664, and SB 702) requires the creation and revision of social science standards to include ethnic studies, Holocaust and other genocides education, as well as civics. The revised standards will be presented to the Oregon State Board of Education in the spring of 2024. These new standards will be required for implementation by all school districts for the 2026-2027 school year.
Questions? Please Contact
Amit Kobrowski
Social Science Specialist
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Oregon Historical Society Career Opportunity
The Oregon Historical Society is looking for a full-time Museum Educator to facilitate high-quality educational opportunities and services to teachers, students, and the public, in ways that advance OHS’s strategic priorities and values, including integrity, accessibility, equity and inclusion, and enhanced belonging. Check–out the position posting for more info.
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Classroom Law Project
Law Day Conference for Students - Portland
The 2023 Law Day Conference for Students in Portland is taking place on May 12, and there is still room for about 50 students! Bring your students to Mt. Hood Community College for a day of workshops and presentations on the topic of Civics, Civility, and Collaboration. Presenters include guests from the Oregon Supreme Court, the Secretary of State's Office, the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, and more. Visit our website to find more information and to register.
Summer Institute for Teachers
Registration is open for CLP's 2023 Summer Institute for Teachers! Join CLP staff, guest presenters, and educators from around the state for 3 days of learning and collaboration. Sessions focus on implementing Community Action Projects and Mock Trial in the classroom and include presentations to help you incorporate the optional 2021 ODE Social Science Civics Standards into your curriculum. Summer Institute is free to attend; lodging, meals, a travel stipend, and materials are included. Space is limited - a refundable $50 deposit holds your spot. Register today!
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Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education
Jewish American Identities
Examine Jewish Americans' rich diversity and history, and gain insights that deepen the understanding of identity for all students. Teachers of world history, U.S. history, ethnic studies, human geography, and world religions will all find relevant applications and resources in this workshop.
Register Wednesday, May 24
Jewish Immigration
A discussion of the push and pull factors that brought Jewish immigrants to America, explore the challenges of assimilation, and grapple with the repercussions of the 1924 Immigration Act.
Wednesday, May 3
Thursday, May 18
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