YAMAMOTORAFU SHIMPOThe front window of Rafu Bussan.

Paul Terasaki of the Terasaki Family Foundation (a longtime generous supporters of JIS).theres so much of the neighborhood thats changed.

so I think about that sort of continuity of the different generations.and JIS became a cherished place of learning and emotional support for the children.Yet students still go through the same school gate.

the 100-year-old Japanese American community language school with 142 current students.And because of the prejudice we faced.

gave a presentation on the schools history using slides.

Visitors touring the new building admired its design.but I had a great time being in the parade.

The late Alan Nishio (not pictured) was also honored.and some of the leaders I had the privilege to work with are no longer here.

Ota has worn many hats in her community service.I believe we all do our best to support each other because the work we do to carry on our legacy is more important than ever.