5th and 6th Grade Program
Understanding Self-Identity: Good Morning Gorgeous
- Introduction to the program and setting expectations
- Understanding self-identity and why it is important personally and professionally
- Exploration of personal values, beliefs, and personality traits
- Assessing strengths and areas for growth
- Group activities and discussions to facilitate self-reflection
Building Confidence and Resilience: Girl on Fire
- Understanding the role of confidence personally and professionally
- Strategies for building self-confidence
- Developing resilience in the face of adversity
- Group activities and discussions to promote confidence and resilience
Group, Teams, and Collaboration: Building Positive Relationships
- Identifying good relationships and the power of friendships
- Being a good friend
- Setting boundaries
- Gossiping and Fighting with friends
Navigating Difficult Conversations and Conflict Resolution: Ain't Nobody Got Time for That!
- Understanding the importance of difficult conversations
- Techniques for managing conflicts in a constructive and effective manner
- Strategies for navigating difficult conversations
- Group activities and discussions to practice conflict resolution
Effective Communication Skills: Hear me Loud and Clear!
- Understanding effective communication
- Developing clear and effective communication skills
- Improving nonverbal communication and body language
- Group activities and discussions to practice communication skills
Critical Thinking & Idea Creation: Girl, do you see the Big Picture?
- Understanding the role of critical thinking
- Strategies for generating creative ideas and solutions
- Techniques for problem-solving and decision making
- Group activities and discussions to practice critical thinking
Action Planning and Reflection: Let's Think It Through...
- Reviewing key takeaways from the program
- Developing an action plan
- Reflecting on personal growth and areas for improvement
- Final group discussion and celebration of progress and achievements
We are grateful to our partners and sponsors!
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Increased Self-Confidence
Enhanced Leadership Skills
Enhanced Leadership Skills
Through various activities and experiences, participants gain greater self-assurance and belief in their self-identity and leadership abilities.
Research shows that girls who receive mentoring and leadership skills training in 5th and 6th grades often show increased confidence in their abilities
Enhanced Leadership Skills
Enhanced Leadership Skills
Enhanced Leadership Skills
Participants develop and strengthen essential leadership competencies, such as communication, problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, and adaptability.
Studies indicate that girls with strong mentors and leadership skills are more likely to excel academically.
community Engagement
Enhanced Leadership Skills
community Engagement
The academy's investment in the development of these young leaders will create a ripple effect, fostering a culture of leadership and empowerment for generations to come.
Girls who contribute to their communities by leading or actively participating in initiatives such as environmental projects, charity drives, or community clean-up eve
The academy's investment in the development of these young leaders will create a ripple effect, fostering a culture of leadership and empowerment for generations to come.
Girls who contribute to their communities by leading or actively participating in initiatives such as environmental projects, charity drives, or community clean-up events. Their leadership fosters a sense of responsibility and civic engagement into adulthood.