The Reindeer Dash 5k and fun run is tomorrow!

The Reindeer Dash 5k and fun run kicks off tomorrow (Tuesday Dec. 24) at 8 a.m. at the Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. Park in Lot B and meet us at the Hall of Fame. There will be prizes, games, live reindeer, and pics with Santa! All festivities, except for the run, will held inside.

Register at www.reindeerdash.org

Decisions, decisions...

The college acceptance letters are pouring in for our seniors. Congrats to Melissa and Stefani from Green B. Trimble Technical High School! They were both accepted to University of North Texas. Way to go, girls! We can't wait to hear what school you decide to attend!

Reindeer Dash!

Start a new tradition and join us for the annual Reindeer Dash 5k and fun run! Festivities kick off at 8 a.m. on December 24 at the Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. There will be prizes, live reindeer and pics with Santa!

Register at www.reindeerdash.org

Give back this holiday season

Giving to others is one of the greatest joys of the holiday season. Today, the girls from our Northside Fort Worth program made holiday cards for those who are serving our country overseas.
 

Investing Matters

Diane, an ING volunteer, came to speak to our girls from Green B. Trimble Technical High School who are participating in the "Girls Inc. Investing Matters" program. The girls are gaining experience in managing an investment portfolio and learning about long term investing principles.

Girls Inc. Networking

Networking and meeting others in your field is an important aspect of an internship. Today our interns met social work professionals and received advice on job-searching. Thank you to The Women's Center for hosting this event for us.

We are thankful...

Girls Inc develops research-based informal education programs that encourage girls to take risks and master physical, intellectual and emotional challenges.

Hannah's mom says she is thankful for Girls Inc. because they have taught her daughter to be strong, smart and bold.

SMART Girl - Vero

"My dad's tablet was not working and he wanted to throw it away. I used what I learned at SMART [Science Math and Relevant Technology] Camp and I fixed his tablet. He was impressed and I feel proud!"
- Vero, 7th Grade

My first day of college

My first day of college was better than I imagined. TCC Trinity River campus is gorgeous and I am glad I chose this school for myself. I was nervous to be on campus for the first time, but I was relieved to see some old friends.

I had a break between classes and I decided to visit to the Campus President, Dr. Fulkerson. She sent me a note earlier in the summer congratulating me on my scholarship and inviting me to introduce myself, so I went to meet her. When I approached her office, I had second thoughts. Doubt and fear overcame me, but I thought about the lessons of courage I learned at Girls Inc. I stood outside of Dr. Fulkerson's door telling myself, "You can do this, you can do this," several times.

I walked in, she greeted me, and we visited for over an hour.  She expressed interest in my education, shared information with me, and even offered to be my mentor.  I wanted to cry.  I never imagined feeling this supported at school. Thank you TCC and Girls Inc.! I love college.

Girls Inc. Cares

Girls Inc. of Tarrant County is excited to be a part of the new Care Closet at Eastern Hills High School. The Fort Worth Police department and Eastern Hills High School recruited an amazing team of volunteers who organized the Care Closet last weekend.  

A team of 40 volunteers spent the day sorting the bags and bags of goods and clothes.  Our Girls Inc. girls worked diligently to make sure the selected clothes were clothes a teen their age would wear. The girls are excited to be a part of the Care Closet and are determined to make this a success by creating an environment that is welcoming to their school and community.

Many thanks to Pizza Hut for providing lunch for our dedicated volunteers and to Home Depot for providing boxes for the project.  We would also like to thank the Fort Worth PD, the Mental Health Association, and Eastern Hills High School for putting together such a great team.We know our girls are dedicated to making this project successful not only for girls in the school but for the entire community.       

One day was not enough to sort through all of the donations we have received for the Care Closet, so we have planned another sort day for July 20.  If you would like to participate in the sort day, please contact Wendy at 817-259-1050!   Click here for more information about the Care Closet.

We love our board members!

Girls at our Northside Branch Library program were excited to meet one of Girls Inc. of Tarrant County’s Board members, Courtney. She spoke to the girls about her career in human resources and emphasized the importance of obtaining a college degree.  Courtney explained that getting her Master’s degree has helped her advance in the company. 

Courtney also spoke to the girls about entrepreneurship.  She shared her story of her new business venture and told the girls about her company and the products she sells.  The girls were intrigued by her stories about her business, work, and college.  

The girls had the opportunity to tell her about their projects through Girls Inc. including Corporate Camp, E3, and Girls InCharge. Courtney was excited to hear about these wonderful programs and told the girls she would like to observe when the Girls InCharge girls facilitate their program with the middle school girls next spring.  

We had a great time with Courtney last week.  Thank you for all you do for our agency!  We are grateful!

After school at Nash Elementary

This spring, the girls at Charles E Nash Elementary School have been participating in our Friendly Peer and Girls Beyond Bullying Programs. 

The girls have enjoyed activities such as creating anti-bullying posters to hang around the school, making friendship bracelets and practicing refusal skills. The girls looked forward to group each week as we were always greeted with smiles and excitement. 

Here is what some of them have said they learned…

"I am beautiful no matter what anyone says.”

“I am strong, smart and brave.”

“Always be confident.”

It has been a great semester and we look forward to next school year! 

Thank you Nash Elementary and Fort Worth After School! Have a wonderful summer.