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West Hartford Schools Launch Year-Round AAPI History Curriculum

12/13/2025

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West Hartford Public Schools will implement a year-round AAPI history curriculum for most grades, including high school students, under a state mandate.
The curriculum will include lessons on Sadao Munemori, the first Japanese American awarded the Medal of Honor.
Educators say the program avoids a heritage-month focus and aims to deepen understanding of AAPI contributions.

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West Hartford Public Schools will implement a year-round AAPI history curriculum for most grades, including high school students, under a state mandate.
The curriculum will include lessons on Sadao Munemori, the first Japanese American awarded the Medal of Honor.
Educators say the program avoids a heritage-month focus and aims to deepen understanding of AAPI contributions.