HUSD Ethnic Studies

HUSD Vision

To design a system that leads to equitable educational outcomes for all students, including and especially those who have been kept furthest from opportunity, we EMBRACE, EDUCATE, and EMPOWER each student for college, career, and life.

HUSD Mission

We will EMBRACE, EDUCATE, & EMPOWER every student, every day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ethnic Studies?

The preface of California Department Of Education's Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum states that it will:  “focus on the traditional ethnic studies  . . . which has been characterized by four foundational disciplines: African American, Chicana/o, Native American, and Asian American and Pacific Islander studies. The focus on the experiences of these four disciplines provides an opportunity for students to learn of the histories, cultures, struggles, and contributions to American society of these historically marginalized peoples which have often been untold in US history courses.” 


Is Ethnic Studies required?

Assembly Bill 101 amended:

Starting in the 2025-26 school year, LEAs, including charter schools, must offer students in grades 9-12 at least a course in ethnic studies. 

Starting with students in grades 9-12, who are graduating in 2029-30, students must complete a course in ethnic studies in order to graduate from high school.