programs girls incorporated schedule
Girls Inc. programs are rich and varied. To give girls the chance to explore the breadth of these experiences, we offer our programs on a rotating basis.
To register or for more information, contact Anika Smith at 616.459.7062 ext. 160 or email
Academic Tutoring This Semester Next Semester Summer CampsAcademic Tutoring
Success in school is important. To support girls during the school year, we offer academic tutoring in all subjects at the YWCA.September 2007 – December 2007
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Our Fun Programs This Semester
We are pleased to offer the following for the current school-year at the YWCA, located at 25 Sheldon Blvd. in downtown Grand Rapids.Tuesdays
5:00 - 6:30 pm
January 22 – May 20, 2008
Girls Inc. Project BoldSM
Living Safe and Strong
(Ages 12-14)
Engages girls in awareness, discovery, reflection, and action on violence issues in their lives; increases knowledge of community resources and advocacy around female violence prevention.
Girls Inc. Economic LiteracySM
(Ages 9-11)
Introduces girls to basic economic and financial concepts, including money management, investments and global economics.
Wednesdays
5:00 - 6:30 pm
January 23 – May 21, 2008
Girls Inc. Friendly PEERsuasionSM
(Ages 9-11)
Builds girls’ skills for resisting pressure to use harmful substances such as alcohol, tobacco, household chemicals, and other drugs.
Girls Inc. Will Power Won’t Power/ Taking Care of BusinessSM
(Ages 12-14 & 15-18)
Enables girls to develop crucial attitudes & skills for dealing with health and sexuality issues by building their capacity to make good decisions.
Thursdays
5:00 - 6:30 pm
January 24 – May 22, 2008
Girls Inc. Sporting ChanceSM
(Ages 9-11)
Builds movement and athletic skills, cooperative and competitive spirit, health awareness and interest in all sports as girls explore the benefits of an active lifestyle.
Next Semester…More Girls Inc. Fun
Coming Soon...Summer
June 2008 - August 2008 (one and two-week camps)Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
We have the perfect summer day-camp for girls. Enjoy, explore and make great friends.
We offer all the great fun activities you see during the school year and…
• Exciting field trips to movies, art museums, or cultural sites
• Hands-on practice with research in our own science room
• Chances to meet women doing interesting jobs
• Opportunities to figure out how you too can be “strong, smart & bold”TM
