Brief History of SEJSCC1925: The first Japanese school-house was built by volunteer parents on a portion of the Nawa family ranch.

also leave an impact on the younger generations as well.and the shared experiences of a lot of Japanese American women.

The way that the community came back together: it’s very powerful and moving to understand how the community bounced back after that period of intense loss and injustice.That was just so special to me.Aiko: Another huge thing that stood out to me and looking through the archives was the way that the program itself has evolved over the years.

Kara: I’ve been able to see through my sister how much of an impact Nisei Week has had on both her and the community.the words What is the Nisei Week Queen and Court Program? appear.

When I put on the kimono and I was looking at myself in the mirror.

There’s just something so life-changing about this whole program.including Baseball Saved Us and Sylvia Aki.

When students share everyday life — meals.reduce bias and connect across differences.

and student volunteers Tabitha Yuen and Monicka Manni.While students of Japanese heritage make up about 1% of enrollment.