it was not sustained and almost forgotten until the late Mary Adams Urashima began to revive interest in the site.

so I want to thank you…Yosh received commendations from State Sen.It was all from his intact mind.

The plaque is a historic reminder to local high school students of the incarceration of innocent Japanese/Japanese Americans and the heroic sacrifices of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team during World War II.The Whittier Union High School District website goes on to describe Yoshs artistic legacy — some of his former students include: Academy Award-winning visual effects artist Lorne Petersen; Rose Parade float designer Raul Rodriguez; graphic designer Don Strout; glass artist Trish Duggan; and Amy Yutani.and it really is not a personal award as much as for a group of people who have encouraged teachers to do what they can do and be successful.

Some 100+ people came out to see the dedication of Whittier Highs art building getting a new name with a plaque of its namesakeUPDATE: Derek Fujimoto reported on Sunday that his mother has been found.

There was no description of what she was wearing when last seen.

She is believed to be driving a blue 2009 Toyota Camry with California license plate 6EQZ584.he was expected to be a community leader.

Photo by GRANT DINChol Soo Lee (center) found himself at the center of an Asian American political movement.Sandra Gin (film participant).

including America and the Taliban (Frontline).The film touches on themes of anti-Asian racism.