May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month

May is Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month; a perfect opportunity to learn how to celebrate the vibrant collection of AANHPI cultures in the United States!

There are 24 million people in the United States who identify as Asian, with 1.6 million identifying as Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, or a combination. According to Pew Research Center (2021), Asian American people are the fastest growing racial or ethnic group in the U.S. Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders have made significant contributions to American culture and society.

The following are a few resources for your family to learn more about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander heritage and celebrate the contributions made by the AANHPI community.

For more information, contact Family and School Partnerships at familyengagement@fcps.edu.