Mural Redesign: Challenging Stereotypes in Representation

The mural will change to represent diverse aspirations beyond stereotypes.

### Challenging Stereotypes: A Call for Representation in Art
* 🎨 "Without further ado, I give you **We Are the World**," highlighting the importance of **artistic expression and community support**.
* 🤔 The conversation begins with a critique of the narrow view that equates success for Chinese kids solely with **academic achievement**, particularly in **math**.
* 😤 Frustration arises as the speaker emphasizes that **good stereotypes can still be harmful**, insisting that **all kids deserve diverse representations**.
* 🎤 While some Chinese children excel in academics, others aspire to be **artists, athletes, or musicians**, reflecting a **wide array of interests and talents**.
* 👨 Parents take pride in their children's **unique aspirations** and seek representation that aligns with their **varied identities**.
* 🤝 Acknowledging past judgments, the group agrees to change the mural to **better reflect the community's diversity and aspirations**.
* 🎉 The decision is made to involve Horace, a cabbie artist's son, in the mural's redesign, fostering a **sense of inclusion and honor**.
* 💬 The conversation concludes with a commitment to support one another, emphasizing the **importance of representation and understanding** in their community.

everyone, thank you for coming and for your support to refresh this mural. Without further ado, I give you We Are the World. You gave the Chinese kid a math book. You think that's all Chinese kids can do. I don't see the problem. Being good at math is good. This is so frustrating. Forget it. You are all not worth it. No wait, this isn't okay. It doesn't matter if it's a good stereotype. A stereotype is a stereotype. Yes, some Chinese kids enjoy schoolwork, but some also want to be rappers, tennis players, or great painters. Their parents are proud of them for what they are and just want to see them represented that way. Wouldn't you want the same for your own kids? I think it's unanimous. We'll change the mural. Yes, thank you for saying that. You know, we might not always get along, but you were right. If nothing else, we have each other's backs. I'm sorry I judged you and your cabbie artist son. And if he's willing, I think Horace should be the one to fix the

mural he'd be honored. 'l asked him when his home annika lesson gets out. Yeah, thanks. I know.

School Mural – Fresh Off the Boat

Challenging Stereotypes in Representation

The speaker expresses frustration with the stereotype of Chinese kids only being good at math.

They argue that while some may enjoy schoolwork, others have different aspirations and deserve to be represented in various roles.

The group agrees to change the mural to better reflect diverse representations and acknowledges the importance of supporting one another.

The speaker expresses that they would be honored by a mural.

They inquire about the timing of Annika's lesson getting out.

The speaker acknowledges the response with gratitude.