Join Committee of 100 and The Asian American Education Project for a three-part series examining the rich contributions of Chinese Americans to U.S. society, both historically and in the present day. The content was sourced from Committee of 100’s report “From Foundations to Frontiers: Chinese American Contributions to the Fabric of America.”

Specifically designed for Grades 6-9 educators and open to everyone, the series addressed three main topics: (1) the impact of the Perpetual Foreigner Stereotype on Chinese Americans, (2) Chinese American contributions in food, arts, and film, and (3) Chinese American contributions in business, science, and technology.  

This workshop series is facilitated by Ashley Chu from The Asian American Education Project.

Event Highlights:

• Gain Tools and Resources: Educators will be equipped with strategies and free lessons. 
• Learn All Year: These three 1-hour workshops are being offered for free and are spread throughout the school year. 
• Earn Credits: Attendees will earn New York City Department of Education CTLE credits through The Asian American Education Project.

Webinar Dates: 

• Chinese Americans and the Perpetual Foreigner Stereotype (Workshop I)
  Thursday, October 17th
• Chinese American Excellence in the Arts & Cuisine (Workshop II)
  Thursday, January 16th
• Chinese American Excellence in Business & STEM (Workshop III)
  Thursday, March 27th

More AAPI Education resources are available on both the Committee of 100 and The Asian American Education Project websites. Let’s create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.

Chinese American Excellence in the Arts & Cuisine

Throughout their history in the United States, Chinese Americans have made important contributions to the art and film industry and to the country’s food and cuisine. In this workshop, participants will learn about Chinese American actors and artists who have used their platforms to highlight their experiences. They will examine the diversity and expansiveness of Chinese food and restaurants in the United States, and how these were shaped by immigration policy. Participants will gain classroom resources for teaching these contributions in the classroom.

This workshop will be offered twice on Thursday, January 16 to accommodate educators in different time zones. Each session will present the same content.