Students throughout New Jersey will soon see contributions that Latino and Hispanic people have made throughout history as part of required learning in the state's Social Studies education programs.

On Monday, Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation that, as detailed by a statement on the bill, will require the New Jersey Board of Education "to adopt New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies, ensuring that the rich contributions, history, and heritage of Latino and Hispanic people are taught in K-12 schools."

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The move, Murphy's office said in a statement, would help "ensure that New Jersey’s students receive a holistic education that reflects the strength and diversity of the Garden State

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