"I Am That Girl"
“Promoting Self-Esteem, Civility & Service” Presents… “I Am THAT Girl” 18th Annual Culmination & Recognition Luncheon Saturday, May 18, 2024, 1:30 o’clock Shore Culture Centre Community Room 291 East 222, Euclid, OH Program “I Am” Processional………….. Leading Ladies & Beautiful Flowers Pledge ....................................... Leading Ladies & Beautiful Flowers Mistresses of Ceremony……......Victoria Johnson & Kacey Worsham Welcome …………………….…………… Mrs. Sabrina Humphries “The Greatest Love of All”...................................Rasheon Glanton Hour of Power Keynote speaker………………..... Ariana Johnson, Miss Black Ohio You be the Author.... ..........Dr. Jasmine A Moses & Amber Hawthorne Spratlen Look Good, Feel Good............................................. Tressa Owens Lunch “Lift Me Up”............................. Zhuri Hereford & Heaven Humphries Recognition Ceremony Closing Remarks ……………….............……Laquetta Washington May, 2024 Dear Leading Ladies and Beautiful Flowers Forever, RESILIENT.... BOLD.... BEAUTIFUL... WORTHY... FLEEXIBLE....All words you have used to describe yourself. SPEAK IT! BELIEVE IT! ACHIEVE IT! We are here! Here today because we choose to be! Striving to keep self-esteem high! Setting Goals! Aiming high! Planning to make our dreams come true! YOU ARE NOT THE AVERAGE GIRL FROM THE VIDEOS…. You are extraordinary And YES! YOU ARE THAT GIRL! Beyonce asked, “Who runs the world”? And of course, the answer is a resounding: GIRLS! James Brown says, “It’s a man’s world, but it would be nothing without a woman or a girl!” Oprah Winfrey stated, “When you train a girl, you train a nation.” Jada Pinkett Smith wrote a book entitled, “Girls Hold Up the World”! YOU are THAT GIRL who WILL reach her goals... THAT GIRL who is a Leader; not a follower...THAT GIRL who is an upstander … doing what is right – not just what is easy! Since the beginning of time, ladies, girls and women have worked hard, struggled and uplifted other women! Are you your Sister’s Keeper? Or are you a hater or a mean girl? You choose… Life is about choices. You choose to help others. You choose to be an up-stander, standing up for those who cannot stand up for themselves. Think for a minute about Harriet Tubman and her fearlessness. How about Cleopatra and her leadership? What about Michelle Obama and her integrity? They were/are ALL confident, changemakers ... They were also described as THAT GIRL! Throughout the year, we have strived to give you unforgettable experiences and plant the seeds to challenge you, to inspire you to want more and dream BIG! We have had lots of FUN while serving others, learning more about ourselves, going to the theater and eating out. We have also dealt with more serious issues such as: becoming a leader, acting like a lady, goal-setting, music, health and wellness, body image and above all else, Self- Respect! Leading Ladies: Remember – There is no better you than the you that you are… No better life than the life we're living.” Say it loud and proud and believe it: “I’m STRONG ; I’m CONFIDENT, I’m INVINCIBLE” . We know that when you fall down you WILL get up! So... It is with great pride and pleasure that we recognize your achievements today. Good luck in your future endeavors and remember you ARE THAT GIRL! Love, Mrs.Sabrina H, Mrs. Laura , Ms. Latonya & Mrs. Sabrina W. Empowerment Music Video by India Arie Sometimes I shave my legs and sometimes I don't Sometimes I comb my hair and sometimes I won't Depend of how the wind blows I might even paint my toes It really just depends on whatever feels good to my soul (Hook) I'm not the average girl from your video - And I ain't built like a supermodel But I learned to love myself unconditionally - Because I am a queen I not the average girl from your video My worth is not determined by the price of my clothes No matter what I'm wearing I will always be - India Arie When I look in the mirror and the only one there is me Every freckle on my face is where it's supposed to be And I know my creator didn't make no mistakes on me My feet, my thighs, my lips, my eyes, I'm loving what I see I Am by Joy Anderson I am BEAUTIFUL; I am KIND; I am MAGICAL; I am DIVINE; I am INTELLIGENT; I am CONFIDENT; I am RESILIENT; I am PROVIDENCE I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM... CHORUS: I AM PHENOMENAL; STUNNING, REMARKABLE; I AM ILLUSTRIOUS; I’M IMPORTANT, GLORIOUS I am PHENOMENAL; I am LIVE, I am REAL; I am WOMAN, I Shed TEARS; I am HEAVEN-SENT; I am RELEVANT; I am THE EVIDENCE; I AM WHO I AM I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM... CHORUS: YOU CANNOT TELL ME I’M NOT WHO I AM ... BECAUSE.. I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM, I AM... Presenters Ariana Johnson was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio Ariana is a graduate of Cleveland School of the Arts where she majored in Theater. She is a graduate of Cleveland State University with her Bachelors in Communications, and is currently a graduate student at Case Western Reserve University earning a Masters in Social Services Administration. Ariana is the Communications Manager at The Famicos Foundation. Ariana is a member of the Missionary Ministry at her home church Greater Faith Missionary Baptist Church, The Black Women Political Action Committee and The Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Ariana is Ms. Black Ohio USA and her favorite quote is, “The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members, a heart of grace, and a soul generated by love.”— Coretta Scott King Tressa Owens is an Independent Mary Kay Consultant Dr. Doreen Berts, Life Changer: Soaps By Us, LLC all started with severe eczema and dry skin. For more than a year we came up with a solution to solve our own problem. Our products will amaze you. Since 2017 we have perfected the craft of making natural soaps plus more. Dr. Jasmine A. Moses is a Wife, Toddler Mom, Early Childhood advocate, author and Community worker who recently defended her dissertation on Anti Bias Education in ECE spaces. Her work seeks to empower parents and teachers to become agents of change, laying the groundwork for a future where every child has the opportunity to thrive. Through her dedication to anti-bias education, Jasmine strives to dismantle systemic barriers and foster a culture of acceptance, respect, and celebration of diversity. Amber Hawthorne-Spratlen, M.Ed is an accomplished special education teacher. She is a professional speaker and author who is passionate about engaging her audience, whether children or adults. She has over twenty years' experience working with children of varying ability levels. Rasheon Glanton went to Cleveland State University where she received her bachelors and masters degree in social work. She’s been in a field of working with individuals with developmental disabilities for 24+ years. She is a mother of two young men and a grandmother of four wonderful grandchildren. She enjoys spending time with family and friends. Some of her favorite things to do is eat, sing and dance. She loves the lord and enjoys uplifting others and pushing them to their greatness potential. Leading Ladies Pledge We are Leading Ladies. Leaders with grace and purpose; Actively involved in serving the community; Determined to do our best; Individuals embracing civility; Elegant, eager, ethical & educated; Self-respecting sisters, striving to keep our self-esteem high. We are the Leading Ladies of Greater Cleveland Ohio Beautiful Flowers Pledge We are the Beautiful Flowers of Leading Ladies, Incorporated! We have: the LOVE, the ATTITUDE, the DESIRE, the INTELLIGENCE, the EAGERNESS, and the SELF-RESPECT needed to be successful. We ARE the Beautiful Flowers of Leading Ladies, Incorporated Congratulations 2024 Culmination Participants Aniyyah Johnson Tiana Morrow Victoria Johnson Azariah Hall Harmony Thomas Lillie Austin Zhuri Hereford Ty’Onna Peeples Mackenzie Bell-James Heaven Humphries Ariana Thomas A’leyciah Williams Kristna Thomas Jacqueline Ricks Ma’lhana Jackson-Grimes J’yana Walston Heidi Conroy Justine Ricks Kacey Worsham Alescea Hardman Makhai Sharp Ebony Hardman Autumn Hardman Skylar Porter Mission Statement: The mission of Leading Ladies, Inc. is to aide young ladies in the development of positive and powerful attitudes that will guide them into becoming resourceful, resilient adults. Primary Focuses: Self-esteem, Civility & Service Colors: Purple, Lavender and White Theme Song: “Video” by India Arie 2023-2024 Leadership, Service & Community Outreach Kwanzaa Character Building & Holiday Celebration, Adopt a Family, Private Color Purple Viewing, Hair Braiding Class with Styled Profile Beauty & Barber, Vision & Vibes, Dinner Theater Outing, The Alpha Project, Kids Book Bank, Food Strong Coit Rd. Market Clean Up, The Diaper Bank & The Gathering Place Special Thanks from : Sabrina L. Humphries, Founder/Director Laura Hendricks, Teen Facilitator; Latonya Humphries and Sabrina Woody, Beautiful Flowers Facilitators The Leading Ladies and Facilitators are EXTREMELY grateful to our Board of Directors, St. Jerome School, Shore Cultural Centre, Family & Friends, Moms and Mentors . Special thanks to our Sponsors and Grantors: Our Hope - Our Future Giving Circle, First Energy, Nancy Cohen, and The United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland. BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Vicki Dansby, Andrea Boyd, Laura Hendricks, Sabrina Woody, Laquetta Washington, Jasmen Woodson, Latonya Humphries, Joia Humphries, Jasmine Price, Tia Jayes, Kimberlie Clark, Conida Hawk, Nicole Lewis, Melissa Walls, Michele Baker & Kimberly Springer; SCHOOL SUPPORT STAFF, SPEAKERS & MENTORS: Susan Coan, Lyndsey Byrne, Mr. Minetti, Mr. Peck, Mr. Daniels, Ms. Stephenson, Christal Crosby, Penny Willis, Domonique Fomby, Doreen Berts, Amber Hawthorne Spratlen, Tressa Owens, Jowharah Price Moses, Arielle Ballard, Erwashundah Jacobs, Aangel Jacobs, Rasheon Glanton ……… THANK YOU!!! You have stepped forward and volunteered your time. We know that we could not have had such a successful year without your support. It truly does… “Take a Village to raise a child”! Partially funded or sponsored by: THE UNITED BLACK FUND OF GREATER CLEVELAND & OUR HOPE, OUR FUTURE . |
Self-Respecting Sisters Striving to Keep Self-Esteem High