ATA Leadership NOW
Leading The Songahm Way
We enrolled our son into Leadership to improve his confidence and communication skills. Now he greets people with a smile, looks them in the eyes, gives them a healthy handshake and introduces himself. We couldn't be happier!
Leadership Profiles
Miss Ellie Jackson
- 1st Degree Black Belt
- Student, Cunningham's ATA
- Feb 2009 Student of the Month
- Middle school student
- Also participates in Girls Scouts of America, March of Dimes (walk for preemies) and Reach Trek (hike for disabled adults)
Black Belt Service Project:
Restored beauty to several miles of walking trails by removing litter (July 2009)
Why this Project:
"Mr. C said we should actually go out and do something, that we shouldn't just expect people to put money in a jar. So I decided to pick up some garbage."
About this Project:
"My parents both helped along the grassy areas. It took about 3-4 hours. It was a little gross. We found some stuff that was tempting to not pick up (we even had gloves on!)"
Favorite Taekwondo Benefits:
"TKD has helped build my self-confidence. I have overcome my fears of certain people and learned skills to defend myself. Physically, I have become stronger and stay in good condition. Mentally, I have learned important life skills and memorization."
About your Instructor:
"Mr. C is special because he cares about us, he shows interest in our good news, and is a good listener. He is also is a very patient teacher with young children and adults. He earns the respect of his students."
