or maybe they knew the characters in Speed Racer.

The special event was held as part of Read Across America.The adults who came to observe the students came away impressed by their Nihongo skills.

Multilingual/Multicultural Magnet.Japanese immersion or partial-immersion programs are also offered at Nora Sterry Elementary in West L.Ortiz Franklin and Sone read the tale of the adventurous little black fish who meets a school of little red fish and learns the value of leadership and teamwork.

was the first LAUSD school selected for Japanese immersion.a plucky little fish in Leo Lionnis 1963 childrens book.

Amestoy highlighted its Japanese dual language program.

Stronger together! the kids said as the LAUSD superintendent asked about the meaning behind the story.and I will greatly miss his humanity and serene grace.

and the Seiji Ozawa Matsumoto Festival.but also as a passionate mentor for future generations of musicians.

Ray and Maria Stata BSO music director and head of conducting at Tanglewood: I am greatly saddened to hear the news of Seijis passing.and was invited the next summer to Tanglewood by then BSO Music Director Charles Munch.