Teacher of the Year Ceremony
Due to inclement weather, the Teacher of the Year Ceremony has been postponed to December 16, 2025 from 5-7pm. Doors will open at 4pm. The Ceremony will take place at the Bushnell Theater in Hartford, and the order of events will remain the same.

Teaching Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies


Foreword


The stories and experiences of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities are woven into the fabric of American history. Yet, these narratives are often underrepresented in traditional curriculum materials. The resources curated here are intended to empower educators to integrate AAPI voices into instruction meaningfully.

This work builds on Connecticut’s commitment to culturally relevant teaching. It also responds to growing national efforts to combat anti-Asian hate and to recognize the vital contributions of AAPI individuals to society, the arts, science, government, and civil rights.

By equipping educators with high-quality and accurate materials, we foster a generation of learners who see the full scope of the American story.