Queens Congresswoman Grace Meng has introduced federal legislation that would promote teaching AAPI history in schools nationwide. In New York City, it's already happening under a pilot program. LisaRoznerTV reports.
Student Niki Wang shared an assignment where students were instructed to choose an AAPI hero and write about it.Chen said she was inspired by architect Maya Lin.
Lu says some of her students even immigrated to the U.S. a few week ago. She says the curriculum has helped give them a sense of belonging too. Professor Vivian Louie, director of Asian American Studies at CUNY Hunter College, helped create the citywide curriculum with a panel of scholars.
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