Athletics

Empowering Students Through Movement and Wellness

At Richmond College Prep, our Athletics and Physical Education program fosters lifelong health, confidence, and teamwork. We’re committed to nurturing every student’s physical, mental, and social well-being through engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate activities—laying the foundation for an active, balanced lifestyle.

Learn more about the department: Physical Education Department Information

Health & Physical Education Mission Statement

Health & Physical Education is part of the educational process which contributes to the physical, mental, social and emotional growth and well-being of each student. A regular program of physical education is provided in each grade.

Our goal is to provide movement activities that will strive to:
Develop motor skills necessary to perform a variety of physical activities
Develop a level of physical fitness that will enable active physical participation and enhance motor skill learning
Develop knowledge, understanding and benefit from involvement in physical activity and its contribution to a healthy lifestyle
Promote interest and proficiency in activities that will enable students to participate successfully, now and in the future

Health & Physical Education Vision Statement

Richmond College Prep. School is committed to providing a quality, health and Physical Education program that builds knowledge, fitness, movement skills, social well-being and confidence, so that students can enjoy and maintain a healthy active lifestyle.

Meet Coach Eddie

Coach Edward Augustus serves as the PE Instructor at Richmond College Prep Schools. Originally from Trinidad and Tobago—located just northeast of Venezuela—he spent his teen years in Chicago, Illinois. He earned his degree in Exercise Science and Physical Education from North Central College in Naperville, Illinois, in 2014.

With over 20 years of coaching experience, Coach Eddie has spent the past eight years as the lead PE coach and Athletic Director at RCP Schools. He brings a deep passion for fitness and student growth, helping students develop both physical strength and mental resilience to support their success in the classroom.

He is proud to be part of the RCP family and continues to inspire students every day through movement, discipline, and teamwork.

Meet Coach Q

Coach Chris Quijano is the Assistant Physical Education Coach and Sports Team Coordinator at Richmond College Prep. He joined RCP during the 2015–2016 school year, beginning as an Instructional Assistant before stepping into his current role. Originally from the Philippines, he has lived in the U.S. since the age of 7 and holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from California State University East Bay.

Coach Q brings energy and enthusiasm to RCP’s athletic program and is dedicated to supporting students’ growth through physical education and team sports. Outside of school, he enjoys muay thai kickboxing, American football, comics, and fantasy games like Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering.

Meet the Coaches

Coach Cuevas

Coach Cuevas is originally from sunny Los Angeles, California, where she grew up. She attended Middlebury College for her undergraduate studies, graduating in 2018, and went on to earn a master’s degree from Loyola Marymount University in 2020. With six years of teaching experience, Coach Cuevas has also been coaching middle school volleyball at RCP for the past four years. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, reading, playing volleyball, and exploring different cuisines. Coach Cuevas finds great joy in teaching at RCP, thanks to the school’s strong sense of community and unwavering dedication to student success.

Coach Jenny

Ms. Jenny is entering her third year at RCP. Originally from San Jose, CA, she relocated to Richmond in 2021. She recently graduated from Southern New Hampshire University with an Associate of Arts in General Studies, concentrating in Business. Ms. Jenny currently supports 6th grade Math and Science as an Instructional Aide alongside Mr. Jimenez.

She is passionate about helping students grow academically and strives to nurture qualities like persistence, self-motivation, and problem-solving. In her free time, Ms. Jenny enjoys running, hiking, exercising, cooking, and spending time with her family. She is committed to being a strong support system for students and continuing to build on their success.

Coach Wilson

Coach Wilson is entering her fourth year as RCP’s 4th grade ELA and ELD teacher. She earned her B.S. in Education with a minor in Psychology from the University of Virginia’s School of Education and Human Development, and later received her Master of Education with a focus on Social Emotional Learning from National University.

Originally from Vienna, Virginia—just outside of Washington, D.C.—Coach Wilson grew up with her parents and two brothers. In her free time, she enjoys swimming, photography, and exploring the Bay Area.

As an educator, Coach Wilson is committed to creating a classroom environment rooted in empathy, resilience, and collaboration.

Coach Ramirez

Coach Ramirez, also known as Fina, is proud to be back in the RCP community—where she once attended 5th and 6th grade—as an Instructional Assistant. She has been serving in this role for the past three years and also co-coaches the Girls on the Run team.

In her free time, Coach Ramirez enjoys reading, exercising, and spending quality time with her family. She is passionate about supporting students and giving back to the community that helped shape her.

Coach Borgil

Coach Borgil is RCP’s 3rd grade ELA teacher. He was born in Seattle and raised in New Jersey. He earned his B.A. from Tufts University, just outside of Boston, and is currently pursuing his master’s degree at Loyola Marymount University.

Coach Borgil is passionate about creating a joyful classroom environment that also upholds high and firm expectations for all students. Outside the classroom, he enjoys exploring the Bay Area in search of the best lengua tacos.

Athletics News and Highlights

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RCP and CAL Team Up for Exciting Sports Collaboration (opens in new window/tab)

May 7 2025

U.C. Berkeley’s (Cal) Volleyball team has embarked on a meaningful collaboration with Richmond College Prep (RCP) and other schools in Richmond, aiming to foster community engagement and promote youth sports.

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