Background
Smith, Elaine Cecile Thompson was born on March 20, 1947 in New Orleans. Daughter of James Junior and Dorothy (Richard) Thompson.
Smith, Elaine Cecile Thompson was born on March 20, 1947 in New Orleans. Daughter of James Junior and Dorothy (Richard) Thompson.
Bachelor, Dillard U., 1969; Health Certified, Hunter College, 1973; Master of Arts, Columbia University, 1977; degree in Cosmetology, Wilfred Beauty school and Academy, 1987.
Dance teacher, I. S. 136M, New York City, 1970-1985;
dance teacher, I. S. 10M, New York City, since 1985;
director B-D-R dance troop, I. S. 10M, New York City, since 1985. Liaison to Dance Theatre Harlem, New York City, since 1970. Dance instructor local Young Women’s Christian Association, Garner Center Daycamp, New York City, 1980-1984.
Pageant choreographer Hal Jackson Talented Teens International, New York City, since 1984. Participant opening ceremonies Australia Worlds Fair, 1988, New York State Fair, 1987.
Dance troupe representative from New York City, New Orleans World's Fair, 1984. Member Committee for Positive Youth, New York City, since 1984. Dance group Manhattan Day Celebration, 1981-1983.
Fellow International Biographical Association. Member National Education Association, New York State Union Teachers, New York.State Dance Association, National Dance Association, American Association Leisure Recreation, National American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, UnitedFedn. Teachers, American Biographical Research (deputy governor since 1989), Phi Delta Kappa.
Married Frank Bernard Smith III, July 20, 1969. Children: Frank Bernard IV, Hashimolu Bernard.