Category: Featured Volunteer

Every morning, rain or shine, Richmond families are met with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the warmth of an “Ohayo Gozaimasu!” as we walk in the door. But this was not always the case. Seven years ago, a group of hard-working Richmond moms, lead by Emi Avondstondt, noticed there was no coffee available …

PTA Special Events Chairperson for the last 5 years. This means that we all have Andrea to thank for years of Ice Cream Socials, Welcome Teas, Harvest Festivals, Craft Nights, New Year’s Festivals and Spring Festivals.  Andrea has been a tireless Richmond volunteer since the time her oldest son, Mikio, enrolled at Richmond 6 years ago. With Mikio …