“Live Poets’ Society® A Selection of Poetry and Speeches by Extraordinary Students”, is a handbook of compiled poems by the students of Citizen Learning Academy. Ambi B. Smith, Author (2014) All Rights Reserved

1. LIVE POETS’
SOCIETY™
A SELECTION OF POETRY & SPEECHES
BY EXTRAORDINARY
STUDENTS
Ambi B. Smith, Author

2. Forward
“Live Poets’ Society® A Selection of Poetry and Speeches by
Extraordinary Students”, is a handbook of compiled poems by
the students of Citizen Learning Academy.
My hope is that readers will be inspired and impressed with
these exceptionally bright students. Each student has made a
positive impression on me as a developing teacher, and I know
they will make a difference in the world.
Thank you Mr. & Mrs. Ingram for your guidance, patience, and
love in molding young minds, as well as being a mentor to me.
Ambi B. Smith
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the
world…”

3. About Citizen Learning
Academy
Citizen Learning Academy (CLA) is a Nonpublic
School, certified by the California Department of
Education.
The primary aim of the school is to serve the
growing special education needs of those youths
whose adjustment to the traditional public school
setting has not been successful. Focus is placed not
only on academics, but also on social training, while
addressing the individual needs that are outlined in
the Individualized Education Plan (IEP), CLA is
equipped to service students who need various
special education criteria, including Emotional
Disturbance (ED), Autism (AUT), Mental Retardation
(MR), and Specific Learning Disability (SLD).
The school operates a safe, clean environment with
newly remodeled classrooms, restrooms and
counseling facility. Students are served breakfast
and lunch indoors or in a spacious outside eating
area.
Our Nonpublic school allows the advantage of a
small classroom setting, roundtrip transportation to
and from the school site and individual or group
counseling. Classroom size is limited to a maximum
of 12 students. A fully credentialed special education
teacher, who is on-site at all times, along with a
trained assistant facilitates each class, DIS
Counseling and Speech Pathologist are delivered by
on-site Licensed Credentialed personnel.
Copyright © 2005 Citizen Learning Academy All
rights reserved.
About CLA’s Teachers
Mr. and Mrs. Ingram selects highly
qualified teachers and trained staff
from diverse cultural and professional
backgrounds.
Each individual shares similar work
ethics and genuinely cares about
children.
The staff consists of women who are
actively involved in their communities.
Learn more about these fascinating
women, as well as the impressive
portfolios of CLA’s Directors.

4. About CLA’s Directors
Jesse Ingram, Associate Director
Mr. Ingram is a native of Atlanta, Georgia and lives
in Los Angeles with his lovely wife Crystal.
He has two sons and one daughter, two daughter-in-
laws, and a granddaughter.
A graduate of Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA,
Mr. Ingram earned his B.A. in Business
Administration/Economics in 1969, and his MBA in
Finance in 1977, from CSU, Dominguez Hills, CA.
He holds a Lifetime Teaching Credential, as well as
studied Business Law.
Before becoming the Associate Director
of Citizen Learning Academy, he was an
Owner/Operator of several McDonald’s
Corporations for 40 years. In addition, he was a
Marketing and Planning Manager for Xerox
Corporation, as well as a Cost Control Manager for
Northrop Corporation. He has been a Salesperson
for Sears, a Buyer for Rich’s Department Store,
and a representative of the Atlanta Transit
System.
Mr. Ingram is the Chairman of Ministry at Mount
Tabor Baptist Church in Los Angeles.
Crystal Ingram, Director
Mrs. Ingram is a native of Atlanta, Georgia and
resides in Los Angeles, CA with her husband. She
has two sons, Demetrius and Darius; a daughter,
Deanna; two daughter-in-laws, Michelle & Helen;
and a granddaughter, Micah. Mrs. Ingram’s
children are college graduates of Morehouse and
Spelman Colleges.
In addition to being the Director of Citizen
Learning Academy, Mrs. Ingram has worked in
the Los Angeles Unified School District as a
teacher, a Mathematician, an Engineer for
Northrop, an Editor, and Owner/Operator.
Mrs. Ingram is a Deaconess of Mount Tabor
Baptist Church, a volunteer of the Los Angelenoes
for City Hall. Mrs. Ingram is also a member of
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
She loves to participate in the Olympics as a
greeter, and has traveled all over the world.
Gardening, collecting antiques from traveling
shows, and helping children in need are her
passions.
“One of my most important jobs was being a mother”.

5. Jessye Carter Robinson
Mrs. Robinson is widowed to the late Leonard Robinson. She
has a daughter, Michelle; a son-in-law, Michael Reynolds ;
and five grandsons.
Mrs. Robinson grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and attended
Southern University in Baton Rouge, LA. She graduated from
the University of Wisconsin in 1972.
Moving to Los Angeles and graduating from CSU, Dominguez
Hills, Mrs. Robinson earned Handicapped Specialist License, as
well as her Certificate in Autism. She has over 30+ years as a
teacher in both Milwaukee and Los Angeles schools. Working
with the Los Angeles Unified School District as a teacher for
75th Street School, she held several professional positions,
including K-12 Whole Classroom Instruction, Special Day Class
as Resource Specialist, Math Coach, and served in the Reading
and Tutoring Program, and numerous committees.
Receiving such honors as Teacher of the Year, nominated
eight times as Whose Who Among Educators, she is among
the “Elite of Educators”.
A member of the Matrons Mission Society, she holds several
positions on the Local, District, and State level. As a devoted
Sunday School teacher she reaches youth with her no
nonsense approach and unrelenting guidance.
In addition, she is a member of both Alpha Kappa Alpha
Sorority, Inc. and Eta Phi Beta, Sorority, Inc. proactively
serving the needs of her committee on a grassroots level as
well as nationwide.
Mrs. Robinson enjoys reading novels, playing games, studying
the Bible, and traveling.
As an Educator Mrs. Robinson recommends students to Do
their Best to become Successful.
Ann Taylor
Mrs. Ann Taylor is the proud wife of Ira Taylor. She has one son,
Gregory Montgomery and one foster daughter, JoAnn Nelson
three grandchildren, Alexa, Kayla, and Greyson Montgomery. Mrs.
Taylor is a native of Gadsden, Alabama where she graduated from
Carver High School . She received her B.S. Degree in Education
from Alabama A & M University, Huntsville, Alabama. Mrs. Taylor
began her teaching career at South Gadsden Elementary, Gadsden,
Alabama , where she taught for three years and moved to Inkster,
Michigan and continued her passion for teaching. While in
Michigan, she received her Master’s degree from Eastern Michigan
University.
Mrs. Taylor moved to Los Angeles and began teaching in the Los
Angeles Unified School District. She received her certification in
Special Education from California Lutheran College. She earned her
Administrative certification from Pepperdine University. Mrs. Taylor
also holds a degree in Systematic Evangelism from Bethany Bible
College. A member of Rock of Faith Baptist Church, she teaches
Sunday School, Mission Bible Class and sings in the Senior Choir.
She taught in LAUSD for 30 years as a Whole Classroom Teacher,
Resource Specialist, Title I Coordinator and Temporary Assistant
Principal, as well as a Music Teacher. After retirement, she taught
at San Pedro Academy, a Nonpublic School for nine years.
Mrs. Taylor is a member of both Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., and
Tau Gamma Delta Sorority Inc..
Mrs. Taylor enjoys bowling and crocheting.
“Students should Do Their Best at all times”.

6. Mattie Davis, ABA
Mrs. Davis is a retired Behavioral Interventionist for
the Long Beach Unified School District. She worked
for LBUSD for over 30 years, and is happily married
to Norwood Davis, a retired Sheriff’s Deputy.
Mrs. Davis has been working with the students of
CLA for eight years and does a remarkable job of
managing some of the most challenging of
behaviors. She has two daughters, Danielle and
Nicole, both are graduates of Howard University, and
one works at the Smithsonian Institute in
Washington D.C. Her son-in-laws are Byron and
Vernon. She also has nine grandchildren, and look
forward to their visits from Detroit, Michigan to
California every Summer and Christmas.
Mrs. Davis is a Singer and Choir Director and
facilitates the End of School Year Program, lending
her expertise in CLAs Music Department.
 World Traveler
 Project Manager
 Conflict Resolution
“It is not where we live that counts, it is how we live
that counts”.
Diane Garcia, One-on-One
Ms. Garcia is the proud mother of two daughters,
Krystal and Terry, and a son, Johnny. They are all
Honor students.
Mrs. Garcia majored in Business Administration
and Child Development at Southwest College and
is Certified as a Preschool Teacher/Director. In
addition, she is a Certified Dental Assistant.
She has been serving the students of Citizen
Learning Academy since the beginning of the
school’s grand opening. After leaving for a short
time to live in Bakersfield, CA. and returning, she
was surprised to see how much the young
elementary students had grown into respectable
teenagers. Many of them still remembered her.
Ms. Garcia is a One-on-One Aide to CLAs students
with moderate behavioral difficulties and does an
excellent job in calming and managing their
behaviors.
Ms. Garcia loves reading, traveling, interior
decorating, art, cooking and being a positive role
model to children and young adults.

7. About the Author & Poet
Ambi B. Smith
A native Californian, Ambi is the eldest of five siblings, one sister and
three brothers. All of whom reside in Southern California. She
currently has five nephews and three nieces. A graduate of Taft High
School in Woodland Hills, CA. She earned a B.A. in Liberal Studies at
CSU, Fresno, and is starting student teaching at National University in
Los Angeles, earning a Master of Arts in Education with a Single
Subject in English and Certificates in Autism and Educational
Technology.
She has over 20 years of experience in Office Administration and
Management, two years as a Teacher’s Aide and Computer Resource
Assistant with Fresno Unified School District, and seven years with
Citizen Learning Academy as an Administrative Assistant, Teacher’s
Aide, Computer Science Teacher and Substitute English and History
Teacher.
In addition to serving students of Citizen Learning Academy as a
Computer Science Teacher, she has worked on several Project
Management renovations, including the Administrative Office and
Hanger Project at West Los Angeles Community College, American
Airlines @ Terminal 4/LAX Renovation Project, and the UCLA
Replacement Hospital Project , now known as Ronald Reagan and
Mattel Children’s Hospital. She has also worked as both a Program
Administrator and Student Accounts Coordinator for Pepperdine
University, in the School of Education and Psychology.
Ambi serves in the Media Ministry as a camera operator for West
Angeles Cathedral, Bishop Blake, Pastor. She also volunteers for the
Special Olympics World Games.
Ambi is the author of “My Five Nephews and Their Tech Toys”. She
enjoys teaching, traveling, reading, writing, photography,
videotaping, and Zumba.
School Daze
Children laughing
Children crying
School brings diverse kids.
Children sharing
Children caring
School brings teachers together
for a common cause.
Children fussing
Children hitting
Teachers teach kids
to pause and think.
Children learning
Children thinking
About how they can make a
Difference in the World.

8. S

9. GRADUATE OF 2014
My Shining Path at CLA
Speech by Justin Landrum
I’ve had the best four years of my life thus far at Citizen Learning Academy. This school
is like no other. I’ve had so many great experiences here. I doubt if I would have had a
unique learning experience at a public school. I’ve learned many skills and seen many
new things. I’ve been on many field trips to the Los Angeles County Fair, and the Long
Beach Aquarium. Thanks to CLA, I know American Sign Language. I can read and play
music. I can write paragraphs, essays, and I can type 40 wpm.
I consider the teachers and staff to be family to me. They’ve all touched my life in
different ways. My teachers have taught me how to laugh at myself, and helped me
grow as a person. I owe the wonderful times I’ve had here to one special person, Mrs.
Crystal Ingram. I thank her and everyone at CLA. I’ve learned to appreciate the positive
things in my life. I almost passed up this chance because of the uniform requirement
and the size of the school. Luckily I didn’t. Otherwise, I may not be the person I am
today. They’ve broadened my horizons and given me experiences that I wouldn’t have
had anywhere else. I’ve learned to be more confident and reach for higher goals.
Thanks to my time here at CLA, I’ve had the opportunity to express myself in art and
computer graphics. Most importantly, I’ve learned to put my best foot forward. From
now on I will always do my best. I won’t give up so easily anymore. I’ll stand my
ground. I won’t just try, I’ll do it. I will always Make It Shine.

10. Justin Landrum
What “They” Want From Me
Show the true me get scolded
No good rhyme or reason.
Why? I do not know.
So, now I will not show the real me,
I must conform.
I must become something else.
I will become what they want
and give up my true self.
Don’t You Wanna Be Cool?
C’mon it’ll be fun everyone’s doing it.
You wanna be cool right?
Nope!
I won’t give into you
or to anyone else.
I’ll have fun my own way.
I’ll laugh and play.
Wasted Potential
It’s depressing to see a star not shine as
bright as it should.
A race care going 2 MPH,
not reaching it’s full potential.
A lion getting chased by a Chihuahua.
A red wood cut down by spork.
Being able to do anything,
But wanting to do nothing.
You can do it, yet you choose not to.

11. GRADUATE OF 2014
Anthony Jones Jr.
LAKERS
KOBE Bryant
SHAQUILLE O’neal
Best Friends
Players for the LAKERS
Winner of Championships
SHAQ & KOBE
Are true Play Makers
They use to ball for the Lakers
They won three championship rings
They were Los Angeles’ True Kings
The FIRST to win a THREE-PEAT
And rarely have a defeat.

12. GRADUATE OF 2015
Toy Andrews
Encouragement
If you think big
You will be Big.
If you think well
You will be Well.
If you think smart
You will be Smart.
If you think good
You will be Good.
It’s ok to be good and it’s ok
to be smart,
because you are helping the
Planet Earth
Christmas Poems
The Grinch found Christmas Joy
And gave all the toys he stole back to the children.
He was so happy
that his heart grew three sizes
and everyone danced
Til’ their feet were sore and ate
til their bellies were full.
It was the best Christmas feast ever
and Fun was in the air.
Roses are red violets are blue
Christmas is here and Joy is in the air
People are singing
And lights are gleaming
When we go to sleep
It is peaceful.

13. Toy Andrews
Life
Life has ups and downs.
It has winners and losers,
but every day
we have to keep on.
It’s a fight every day
and it doesn’t matter
if we win or lose.
It’s about the fight of life,
love, trust, loyalty, and family.
As long as we keep fighting for
what we love,
we win the fight no matter how bad
we get beat up.
Seasons
It’s crazy
how the seasons differ.
The heart
can describe the season somehow.
The cool calm heart
is Autumn.
The ice cold careless heart
is Winter.
The fiery hot heart
is the summer.
The mixed feeling heart
is the perfect season.
Spring shows all the emotions
in the heart, and that is why
Spring
is the Best season to start.

14. Toy Andrews
My Experiences at CLA
I’ve had many rewarding experiences at Citizen Learning Academy. I’ve been here for a
long time. I’ve been at Citizen Learning Academy since elementary school, and now I’m
going to the 12th grade. The progress I’ve made since being here has given me the
opportunity to participate in dual enrollment at Inglewood High School. I spend a
portion of my day at Citizen Learning Academy and then Mr. or Mrs. Ingram will give me
a ride to Inglewood High School in the afternoon.
In addition to our regular school curriculum, we go on amazing field trips. Every year we
go to the Los Angeles County Fair. We also go to the African American Museum, Knott’s
Berry Farm, and the City Hall to celebrate the cultures of American Indians, African
Americans, Asian and Latin Americans, at the Mayor’s office.
Every time we go on field trips, I learn something new. The teachers here go above and
beyond the call of duty to help us grow academically and socially.
I am proud to be a member of the CLA family. I know that I will continue to mature in
every area of my life, as I approach my senior year. I am looking forward to more
rewarding experiences in the upcoming year.

15. GENARO SMITH
Valentine’s Day
Roses are red.
Violets are blue.
I am glad to spend my life with you.
From the graves below,
to the heavens.
I will always be there for you to love.

16. LAMAR GREENE
In Memory of Mr. Curtis Davidson
Mr. Davidson was a great teacher.
He taught me violence never solved anything,
and that people are all the same.
He taught me how levies operate
and how they affected the people of New Orleans
when they broke after Hurricane Katrina.
He taught many science projects
and helped me understand math.
I learned Mr. Davidson was a war hero
and he was very brave.
I will always remember Mr. Davidson as my hero.

17. Lamar Greene
Heart & Soul
Heart and soul together as one
forever…
Alone tonight
As one will never know
when their time is up.
Til’ their heart and soul are at
peace.
Blue Skies
Colorful rays upon my head.
Shining bright without dread.
Cool blue skies are beautiful.
So why are they so colorful?
Will I every know?
I really hope so.
Chambers
When you are alone you are in chambers.
Even though someone is there who will be
there for you. Your mom and dad will stick
with you through thick and thin. Together
forever until the end of time.
Ultraviolet Light
Visible light is what we can
see, but why is that? We
can’t see ultraviolet lights,
so don’t even try to. The
way you look at the light is
how you see it.
God we have eyes.

18. Lamar Greene
Rainbows
Rainbows are so colorful.
They are so cool.
So why are they so bright,
Shining in my eyes?
Death
Pieces of candy dropping on the ground is
like being a King on top of a castle.
The Knights are in their armor
fighting to the death.
They go about their life protecting us.
Thank you Sir Knight
You will be alright.
Hugs and Kisses
Hugs and kisses
Hearts that bloom
Dogs and cats that play til’ noon
City people coming and going
and saying hello.
What a beautiful hot sunny day!
With the sun in the way.
Christmas Time
The true meaning of Christmas
Is spending time with your family and
having a good time.
So don’t ask for anything this
Christmas.
Just be with your family.
Jesus died for your sins.

19. Michael Tatum
I Wish To Have Peace
My wish is for peace.
I say this because we need to all come together.
Killing each other over nothing is crazy.
Babies are getting killed.
Young children are dying.
Old people are being robbed and killed.
People are giving up too fast.
When we really need to take the time
and think about the things we do.
God is here for us.
Daijanna Lockridge
Light A Candle For Peace
My wish is for peace
and for gang violence to stop.
Racism and racial remarks between
Blacks and Browns need to stop.
Unity will improve
prejudice and misunderstanding.
Self pride, respect, and self motivation is needed
to strive for something better in life.
Young women will have more
choices and opportunities.
to have a better country.
Violence needs to stop in life,
so people can live better lives,
without worrying about getting killed.

20. DANEYL HARRIS
I’m a Diva
I love to sing
and wear fancy rings.
I’m also a class act.
Running to auditions
Memorizing my lines
I’m a Diva
A Model, A Daughter,
A Granddaughter,
And a Niece.
I can’t be Beat, I’m Neat, and
I’m a Good Friend.
KAYLA BRITTON
I’m Sweet
Look at me,
No one can get me down.
Like a roaring siren
I speak my mind every time.
Look at me,
I’m Sweet.
Like Kool Aid, cup cakes,
and all my favorite treats.

21. PAST CLA POETS

22. Thomas Favors
2010 Graduate
Speech
I can’t change the world, but I can change myself, and the things I do to
make my mark in the world. Making small changes every day is my way
of taking and making it better for my family and me. Changing my
attitudes and behaviors is how I will change how I see the world. I can
change the world by how I choose to communicate with others. I want
little kids to see me go the right way and not the wrong way. I will
change the way I act at home to make it good for me, my mom, my
brothers, and my Uncle Russell.
By changing, hopefully, that will help change the world. I’ve learned how
to read and improved my math and understanding of Algebra and
Geometry.
I’ve learned that if I work hard, I will see positive results. I have also
learned that when I make mistakes, I can forgive myself and ask for
forgiveness from myself and others. I have learned to be proud of my
accomplishments. Graduation from high school is not the end, but my
beginning to improving myself.

23. Thomas Favors
My Christmas Tree
My presents are Big
Wrapped in White, Blue, Red and Yellow paper.
My girlfriend is sweet,
So I am bringing her a gift I bought
She has a present for me too.
Hopefully, it will be clothes
Or a pair of shoes.
If not, I will sill be grateful for her friendship,
and the love of my family.

24. Angela Ristich
Class of 2009
It feels Good to be Graduating. I am Happy.
Felicia Hill
I like CLA because the field trips are fun
and most of the time the school is fun.

25. Aarion Pleasant
My Tree
My Christmas tree is Big
My Christmas star sits High
My presents sit still under the tree
And I sit still near the chimney.
Grinchmas
Bells ring, chairs rock,
Children snooze as the Grinch plots
He tip toes through the rooms and
knocks on the roof.
Bells ring, children cry
And the Grinch is now in disguise.
Mr. Clause
Presents are red
Gifs are green
I always walk and receive,
But now I give
I take one then give two
Then before I know it I am Mr.
Clause.
Just Me
I like girls…just me.
I like basketball…just me.
I’m a goof…just me, or maybe everybody.
I mess up but it’s not just me.
I do things…just me, wait take that back,
We all do things…I like being me…
because I only have one life to live…
Just a kid and just a man
Just me!!!
If I Were God
If I were God would I have
an excuse for making earth?
If I were God would I understand why
some people are against life?
If people called on me
What would be my excuse
For what has gone wrong in their lives?
What is the Purpose for
My Life and Yours?

26. Aarion Pleasant
Christmas Around the World
Japan, Alaska, and America
All around the world kids say,
“I want, I am”
They never say, “
can, please, or wish”
Stop! Take a Look!
Skid Row in Down Town, LA
The orphanages in Africa
And the homeless missions throughout
the world
Kids beg and they wish…
Most of all they pray
Not only for toys, but for food,
clothes and shelter.
After Effect
Tears made it even worse
Cries made it hurt
From New Orleans.
We stand on a sturdy roof top
Wishing for a chance.
We called her Katrina,
She sunk the city
Leaving people for gone
And making their life minus long.
It shocked the world that the wild city was
gone…
Channel 2, 5, 7, and 11 filled the gossip.
Just in! Just In! Just In!
President watched while Gods people
Dropped
Insanity, insane hurt, hatred became our rage.
Katrina laughed while we cried
And wondered why?
It hurted then, but it hurts more now.
Its after effect really made all of us cry.

27. Aarion Pleasant
New Doors
Last year, last place, new
door more space
Lots of places to explore
more people to learn
from.
Door here, door there,
opportunities don’t get
scarce.
Life is something to adore,
so go out and learn more.
Each day learn more.
Never go back in a door
Door here, more near.
Chances are higher now
that you have a career.
So take life and more,
Don’t back down,
stand and store
knowledge,
because you still have a
lot of doors to open.
Darail Boddie
My Presents
My presents are round and some
are
big and colorful.
I give presents so that I will
receive gifts.
Christmas trees are decorated
with colorful ornaments.
We go outside and play in the
snow
And some of us build snowmen.
Little boys and girls have dreams
Of Santa climbing down the
chimney
And leaving lots of toys.
Children are thankful for dinner
and spending time with family.
Thank God for everyday of your
life at Christmas time and every
day.
Live a long life, and may it be
blessed.
Ezail Johnson
Christmas Poems
Bells ring and it’s Big time
when Santa hears my Rhyme.
Candy in stockings
when everyone start rocking.
People know whose been good or
bad,
And so does he.
Let’s all have a Good Time.
Roses are red, violets are blue,
I’m a Cutie, and so are You.
People have seen the Big Black
man
With a Big Red suit.
People know he’s Rich
And in his bag are lots of treats.
I like CLA because we get free
breakfast, we learn math, and
the teachers are nice.

28. Matthew Shiel
The Christmas Season
Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
I want to see Santa,
And so do you.
Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
When Santa sees us hue will give us
presents too.
Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
Santa wants a hug, and so do you.
Trayvon Miller
Bam
I was two years old
and I had a pet dog
named Bam.
He was brown
and part che-wa-wa and part terrier.
I would feed him food and water.
Bam made me happy.
He lived a short life,
but I always remember him.
Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer’s Day?
By Shakespeare,
rewritten by Trayvon Miller
I compare my mom to a Summer’s Day,
Because she does a lot of things for me.
I love her, She is pretty.
We go to the park and do many fun things.

29. James Grace
Loving Football
I am loving football
I am hugging the football
I am playing catch with the football
I am going to college with the football
I am going to the Pros with the football
I hope the football loves me too.
I like CLA because it is a good school and
the teachers are Great. They are helping
me reach my Dreams. – James Grace
Leslie Martinez
My Big Family
I like my family
because they are cool and help me.
My family is not bad to me.
We like eachother.
The kids in my family are nice to me.
I like my family.
Anthony ELeby
The Love Poem
Love is sweet
Love is good
Love respects all
Love is Sweet as Pie

30. Joel Blease
Cultural Poem
Black people have good hair and pretty eyes.
We can dance and have our unique way of communicating.
Sometimes we can get carried away when things don’t go our way.
We can be funny, happy and smile when things are going good.
We get frustrated when things go bad,
But we can also make others laugh.
We care and love others.
We’re smart and can help others in need.
We try to stay healthy and keep our skin clear.
We are energetic and sometimes calm.
When it comes to school, and working on a job,
we do our Best.
I think we as Black people created a lot of things,
like freeways, street lights, television, and other inventions.
We continue to live as life goes on…
We continue to help other and take Pride in ourselves.

31. About the Community of CLA
 Mount Tabor Missionary Baptist Church,
Ticey Brown, Pastor
 Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated,
Kappa Chapter
 Community Service
Briar Crest Nursing Facility in Bell Gardens, CA
Century Villa Inc., Inglewood, CA
 Los Angeles County Fair, Discovery Kids

32. CLA Photo Album

33. Mrs. Frazier, ASL Teacher
Best Wishes To Our
2014 Graduates!
Justin Landrum
Anthony Jones Jr.

34. Making Friends

35. L.A. County Fair (2013)

36. Community Service; Computer & Drum
Lessons; City Hall

37. End of School Year Program 2012-2013;
American Sign Language

38. UniverSoul Circus; LA County Fair;
Pepperdine University; Study & Fun Time

39. Asian American Heritage Month @ City Hall
and Genaro & Lamar caught on camera in City Hall Chambers

40. CLA Shining Stars

41. American Indian Heritage Month
@ City Hall & Thanksgiving Food Drive (2014)

42. L.A. County Fair 2012-2013

43. 2012-2013 End of School Year Program

44. African American Heritage Month
@ City Hall and The Museum of African American Art
Louis Gossett Jr.

45. The Gallery of Cordella & Larry Davis
CSU, Dominguez Hills

46. The Gallery of Cordella & Larry Davis
CSU, Dominguez Hills

47. Mrs. Quarles, The Story Teller

48. Eta Phi Beta Career Day (2014)

49. Eta Phi Beta Inc., Kappa Chapter
CLA End of School Year Program 2012-2013

52. References
1. Citizen Learning Academy (CLA) Parent &
Student Handbook, “Citizen Learning Academy
“Who Are We”, Copyright (2005)
2. Nelson Mandela “Education” Quote
3. Maya Angelou “Courage” Quote
Ambi Beatrice Smith, Author
seajewel2025@outlook.com
http://teacherweb.com/CA/CitizenLearningAcademy/MsASmith/apt1.aspx
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