STAT Curriculum Bulletin | May 2021
Summer is on the horizon-- for some of you, it’s already here!!- and we hope that you are able to find the time for some self-care in preparation for the warmer weather and soon-to-be Summer Break! Regardless, it’s important to remember that May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month - an excellent opportunity to engage your students in conversations around heritage, anti-racism and equity using SEL and character skills, though this is an essential topic whenever you are able to get to it. In recognition of AAPI month, we wanted to share a number of resources to help you and your students explore implicit biases, a list of elementary-school level books that center AAPI communities, and more! Check out how to help your students by helping yourself first, as well as how to apply the newfound knowledge of implicit biases to build bridges among students.
As always, take good care!
The STAT team.
STAT Articles
Learn how to address implicit bias in your classroom by tracking some patterns with this excellent resource.
Explore these Books for Preschool and Elementary School that feature Asian American and Pacific Islander experiences!
Self-compassion For Adults
We know that your experiences as educators and school support staff can be tasking, check out this resource to find out more on how to practice self-compassion for not only your own personal benefit but also to help your students to have an optimum healthy learning environment.
Bridging Differences Playbook
Check out these Greater Good Bridging differences lesson plans to incorporate into your classroom.
STAT YES-NO-MAYBE Quotes for Thought
"Freedom is never given; it is won."
- A. Philip Randolph, Civil Rights Activist
"A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives."
- Jackie Robinson