2012 Gary Henrichs Memorial Award & Grant Laurel Klaassen
Sibley-Ocheyedan Elementary School, Sibley-Ocheyedan Community School District
Program: G.I.R.L.S. Empowered (Girls In Real Life Situations)
• Objectives: Equip and empower…
Positive skills in communications, friendships, problem solving
Relationship skills
Confidence to handle tough issues.
Making positive choices for mental & physical health
Develop a broader definition of beauty, not distortions from media
• After school, summer boot camps, mother-daughter retreats, weekly meetings
• Scholarship offerings
• “I felt the program helped instill compassion and accountability to help girls show and expect respect towards others and from others.” (classroom teacher) “…this is one program that needs to continue to make a difference in the life of our girls.” (Cory Jeness, Principal)