About the Founders
What You Need to Know About Us
We are a team of high school students that are extremely passionate about Russian language and culture. For us, the Russian Club is an excellent opportunity to spread awareness about the things we love so much.
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Here, you can find out more about the past of the founders and what led them to create the Russian Club at LAHS.
Matvey Volkov
Founder and Co-president
Hello! My name is Matvey and I am one of the three founders of the Russian Club at LAHS. Even though I presently reside in the United States, I spent eleven years of my life in Moscow, Russia, where I attended a private school and was brought up by my parents. Just like some of the members on our team, I am a dual citizen (Russian Federation and the United States of America). I am very excited to serve the club!
Sasha Shkolnikov
Founder and Co-president
Привет, I am a founder and co-president of the Russian Club at LAHS! Although I was born in the US, I am a dual citizen of Russia and have family there. My favorite Russian food is “pirozhki” (baked dough filled with meat). I look forward to serving the club and exploring Russian culture!
Anton Smirnov
Founder and Co-president
Greetings! My name is Anton Smirnov, one of the three founders of the Russian Club. I am an American-born Russian, with dual citizenship. I treasure my culture immensely, and proudly say "I'm Russian," regardless of having been born in the US. I really look forward to interacting with people interested in my culture! I'm happy to be serving the club!