It’s been nearly five years since Illinois lawmakers passed the Teaching Equitable Asian American Community History Act, or TEAACH Act. It ensures that students in every public elementary and high school in Illinois learn about the contributions of Asian Americans in the economic, social, cultural and political development of the U.S.

And the work to improve education around Asian American and Pacific Islander stories, issues and experiences continues.

In the Loop checks in with advocates and educators.

GUESTS: Grace Pai, executive director, Asian Americans Advancing Justice Chicago

Smita Garg, education consultant and former volunteer of the TEAACH Curriculum Development Team

Laura Ouk, dean of college and career counseling at Noble Schools