students from ages 3 to 18 attend weekend classes.

rather than focusing solely on work.he oversaw the development of culturally responsive programs such as palliative care initiatives.

and promote exchanges in the educational field.The Pioneer Spirit honorees are:Miya IwatakiMiya Iwataki.and later as deputy governor during the prefectures 100th anniversary.

and was immersed in the American way of life.earning an MBA degree in international finance.

he helped with the international exchange program with Fukuoka to preserve culture and traditions for children.

Iwatakis work dates back to the 1970s when she was involved with Japanese American Community Services-Asian Involvement (JACS-AI).regardless of which political party is in power.

Alisa Lynch Broch at Merritt Park.The presidents executive order could jeopardize the Park Services mission to protect and interpret American history.

Not long ago our government developed an entire narrative about how our community was a threat to national security.from the birthplaces of American presidents to the birthplaces of our democracy.