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Board adopts resolution recognizing October as National Filipino Heritage Month
Summary
The board adopted Resolution No. 8‑2024‑25 recognizing Oct. 1–31 as National Filipino Heritage Month and read historical context and notable Filipino Americans; the resolution passed in roll call and was recorded as approved.
Student board member Shakila Zubairi read Resolution No. 8‑2024‑25 recognizing October 1–31 as National Filipino Heritage Month and outlining historical milestones and notable Filipino Americans, including Jose Rizal and Corazon Aquino.
The resolution cited the 1992 local recognition effort and Congress’ 2009 recognition of Filipino American History Month, and referenced Filipino American contributions in public health and journalism. After the reading, Dr. Hahn called a roll‑call vote; trustees recorded ayes and the clerk announced the resolution as passed. The board did not take additional action beyond the recorded approval.
The resolution is ceremonial and notes community history and contributions; it will be part of the district’s heritage‑month acknowledgements.
