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Self-esteem EnhancementLeadership CultivationOvercoming AdversityCritical Thinking SkillsCommunication SkillsSelf-disciplineCharacter DevelopmentEating DisordersStress ManagementMental IllnessesEmbracing ChangeMastering InterviewEmpowering the YouthParent WorkshopsStaff Development Workshops
Biography
For years, Christina's desire to express herself to the world was hidden by her own insecurities, living in an environment where expression was not encouraged. She fought through periods of depression and failing health, in addition to losing her ability to hold relationships. After moving thirteen times with her father's company, she dealt with having to establish new relationships while growing up within new environments that were not always positive.
Five years ago, one teacher helped guide Christina in refining her goals and dreams. Through several after-school programs that she has directed and taught, Christina learned to advise children, to love who you are, love what you create, and do not fear what can devour your dreams. In the process, she has discovered that a child's education can be enhanced through theatrical techniques. Implementing this into the curriculum of many public, private, inner-city, and suburban schools, her Theater in Education initiative increases self-esteem, helps build a sense of community in the classroom, and encourages students to express themselves physically and emotionally.
Christina has been involved with the Miss America Organization as Miss Manhattan (New York) 2003. This organization has served as a megaphone for many different initiatives led by young women, and she has promoted its causes over the years as Miss New York and as a top ten finalist at the 2004 Miss America Pageant.
Program Titles
Partnering Theatre and Education in our Nation's Schools (TIE-X)Raising the Bar for Teacher QualityShining Voices: Building Self-Esteem in ChildrenCharacter Education: A New ApproachCoping with Mental IllnessesEmbracing Your Body ImageArts Education
TESTIMONIALS
"You have given me so much direction in my life. Last year I had no clue what I would be doing. Because of you, I realize that teaching is my calling. Thank you for giving me experiences I will always remember." -- High School Student
"Your talent and work ethic is something I wish to model." -- Teacher
"I'm sitting here thinking about all that you've done for me just by being you. You have brought out so many qualities in me that I never thought I had. You have truly changed my life." -- College Student
"There is so much - so much that I wish I could put into words and articulate -- such as the way you are with people, your talent, your shine, your intellect, and your whole existence." -- Student
"I have only known you for this short period of time, and already, I feel like I have known you all my life. You are truly an example of what a person can achieve through determination and passion." -- Student
She has such an amazing ability to create what she wants. She has such an ability to take control of her destiny." -- High School Teacher
"Everybody needs a Christina Ellington." -- Student
Christina has had the privilege of working with many children, teachers, and parents over the years. Her initiative is "Partnering Theatre and Education in our Nation's Schools." She continuously supports the funding of arts programs, believing that our schools should incorporate theatrical techniques into each and every classroom.
The academic curriculum should equally be focused upon building self-esteem, individuality, creativity, strong physicality, and the ability to speak and communicate with others. Her passion is to help create a new generation of leaders.
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