Check out the More than a Monolith podcast presented by #CAAPLE. Advocacy, Alliance, Advancement of AAPI+ is essential for representation in all aspects of educational leadership. instagram.com/p/CqWMNlZv2Sx/…

California just passed a historic bill that will bring Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American histories into K-12 curriculum. This is a huge victory for students, teachers, and educators alike — and will help confront hate and bigotry in and out of the classroom.

The Hawaiian monarchy was overthrown in an illegal coup d'état ousting Queen Liliʻuokalani. The devastating fires in Maui have brought the issues of Hawaiian history, sovereignty, & self-determination back into the conversation. #AANHPIHistory More: tinyurl.com/3urhmmet

Stamped from the Beginning premieres today on Netflix around the world. This morning, I watched the documentary for this first time with my parents, my brother, my partner, and our daughters. What a surreal experience, watching them view and interact with the film. 1/3

STAMPED from the BEGINNING is one of the top 10 movies on Netflix! To everyone watching the film, planning to watch it, posting on it, and recommending it, we couldn’t be more thankful. 🙏🏾🙌🏾👊🏿

Tonight, I feel relief for the women, children and young people reunited with their families, and for the pause in the bombardment of Gaza. But tomorrow, children in Gaza will wake up still grieving loved ones, desperate for food and water and fearing that their homes, streets

Tests don’t just assess memory—they actively change it. 📝 🧠 We uncover why assessment often gets a bad rap and bust 2 other common myths about learning:

#OnThisDay, Congress repealed the Chinese Exclusion Act—allowing thousands of Chinese Americans to regain the right to citizenship & make the U.S. their home. 80 years later, the anti-Asian sentiment that fueled this racist policy still persists today. 🧵

Tommie Smith and John Carlos on the medal podium at the 1968 Olympics Games in Mexico City rocking the black power salute. #Blackhistorymonth

Be wise with your energy. Educate when you can. Be open to being educated. Work dreams that serve humanity. Be an encourager of good. Awaken continuously. Do justice. Know that everything (including on social media) doesn’t warrant a response from you. Take care.

“Sometimes it seems like to tell the truth today is to run the risk of being killed. But if I fall, I’ll fall five feet four inches forward in the fight for freedom. I’m not backing off.” - Fannie Lou Hamer (1917-1977) Activist and humanitarian.

Here at the CAAPLE Conference, a part of the very rich South Asian culture is honored with a beautiful and energetic dance performance. Just a taste of all the wonderful diversity attendees will get this weekend!

Nikko Kimzin kicks off #CAAPLEcon2024, bringing energy to the room and reminding us that “we need to make belonging irresistible.” #CAAPLE #CAAPLEproud #AAPI

Great first day of #CAAPLEcon24! Who’s ready for tomorrow? #CAAPLE #CAAPLEproud #bridgingandbelonging

As we begin Day 2 of #CAAPLEcon24, let’s remember what yesterday’s keynote Estella Owoimaha-Church reminded us when she said we need to “live and model the identity journey out loud for our kids.” Enjoy today! #CAAPLE #CAAPLEproud #bridgingandbelonging #AAPI #education

Powerful keynote by Dr. Samun Pendakur, who walked us through how master mentality divides POC’s and perpetuates the model minority myth and creation of inclusion mascots. She left us to ponder a poignant question - what happens when that role no longer suits the powers that be?

It’s AAPI Heritage Month & we want to share resources for educators. Check out the amazing & rich stories in film highlighting the diverse AAPI cultures and histories! bit.ly/AAPIresource1 #CAAPLEproud #AAPIHeritageMonth #alliance #advocacy #advancement

Celebrate #AAPIHeritageMonth with National Park Service! Bit.ly/AAPIresource4 Discover historic sites, stories, & resources that honor AAPI contributions & culture in the U.S. See how the rich heritage of AAPI contributions have shaped our parks and communities. #CAAPLEproud

Great to see some CAAPLE members at the ACSA Region 6 Leadership Retreat! Wishing you a fantastic start to the new school year! L to R: Karen Sakata, Rose Lock, Dr. Parvin Ahmadi, Farnaz Nazy Heydari (CAAPLE Regional 1 Director), & Hong Nguyen. #CAAPLEproud