SRLA Students of the Month
Nataly
The year 2007 was the first time I entered SRLA. My goal was to runt he 26.2 marathon here in
Los Angeles; my city. I am a person that makes a lot of goals and I am a person that always enjoys listening
to all types of music 24/7. Since entering SRLA I realized that running a marathon is a really great experience.
In SRLA I try my best on running to never settle for less or give up. I will continue running in
SRLA all the way to high school and even out of high school. SRLA rocks!
Steven
My name is Steven and I was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. My
favorite things to do during my free time are play basketball, do my homework, and be a good student. I
focus on these things because I set a good example for the younger students and because I want to go to a good university
when I grow up. SRLA has helped me improve my grades, the way I act, and realize that I can do anything
as long as I believe in myself. Last year I didn’t finish the marathon and I felt ashamed.
Then one of my teachers taught me a great lesson. She told me, “It’s not about being
#1 or finishing the race. It’s about knowing that you had the courage to run in the race.”
Ms. Sanchez and SRLA have taught me many lessons and I have to learn many more this year as I finish my first marathon!
