Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month
May 2, 2023
Happy Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month!
At Bright Star Schools, we acknowledge and honor the contributions and histories of the AAPI community in our country. The AAPI community is a diverse group of cultures and countries across the globe, and in the US alone, nearly 21 million people identify as Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
We’re proud to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month at Bright Star; here are some resources to support your celebrations this month and beyond:
RESOURCES:
About AAPI Heritage Month
- Library of Congress: About Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month
- A Proclamation from the President on Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
- The Story Behind Asian Pacific Heritage Month, and Why It’s Celebrated in May - NPR
- Asian Pacific American Center - The Smithsonian
AAPI Heritage Month Activities
- Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month for Kids! | Video
- 12 Fun AANHPI Heritage Month Activities for Kids
- Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander Heritage Reading List for Kids
- Amplifying the Voices of Asian and Pacific Americans | PBS SoCal
- Best American Movies with an Ensemble Cast of Asian Characters
- Online Guide: Asian Cuisine & Food
- 5 Easy Crafts to Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
AAPI Leaders, Equity, and Identity