Resistance and Resilience: The Asian American Experience

Conference Topics

- Authentic voices shared by authors in person and in books

- Stories and experiences of all peoples and communities in inclusive instructional practice

Attendees will critically consider how to elevate narratives and cultural identities. We’ll also explore how we can listen to and respect what is valued by each other and in our communities. 

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Schedule

Saturday, February 5th, 8:30 am to 11:30 am.

• 8:30 - 8:35 am: Greetings Nancy

• 8:35- 9:20 am: Panel with Marielle Tsukamoto & Stan Shikuma

• 9:20 to 9:25 am: Break

• 9:25 to 10:25 am: Panel Discussion

  • Tom Ikeda (Densho)

  • Dan Brown (Facing the Mountain)

  • Jane Kurahara- (Researcher)

• 10:25 to 10:35 am: Break

• 10:40 to 11:30 am: Grade-Level Sessions

  • Grade level K-2: Amber Anderson

    Attendees will discover resources for self-study of the Asian American experience as well as inclusive K-2 resources for teaching about Asian American history, culture, & identity.

  • Grade level 3-5: Nancy Lenihan/ Patty Shelton

    This session will address some local history of racial bias toward Asian Americans and their resilience to persevere and succeed despite those challenges. Resources will be provided for adult education about the Asian experience

  • Grade level 6-8: Mary Roberts

    Agency in Asian and Asian American Literature for the 6-8 Classroom.