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G.E.M.S. (Girls Empowered and Motivated in School) is a mentoring program for elementary girls in 5th grade. Our vision is to help girls learn how to use their voice to grow and develop in their leadership, learn tools and techniques to navigate their emotions and help them know they are not alone.

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G.E.M.S Girls Empowered and Motivated in School

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School:
Miles Elementary School 
Category:
Character Development 
Teacher/
Administrator:
Kelly Rashford 
 
203779 
Students Impacted:
25 
Grade Levels Impacted:
Date:
August 5, 2024

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Only $1,984.02 Needed

 

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Project Goal

G.E.M.S. (Girls Empowered and Motivated in School) is a mentoring program for elementary girls in 5th grade. Our vision is to help girls learn how to use their voice to grow and develop in their leadership, learn tools and techniques to navigate their emotions and help them know they are not alone.  

 

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How Project Benefits Students

GEMS has wrap around support for our girls provided through guidance counselors, teachers, therapists and administrators. Safe and trusted women mentoring in GEMS help foster relationships and school connectedness, so the girls know we are about them, their well-being and their success. This program provides learning opportunities through presentations, field trips and mentorship.  

 

Expected Outcome(s)

The girls will learn about topics such as healthy bodies, healthy friendships and leadership. Our hope is that the girls enter middle school with sense of self worth and confidence to succeed academically and behaviorally.
The CDC recently released a report on the record high levels of depression, anxiety, violence and suicide risk in girls. The report raises an urgency to invest in schools as a vital lifeline to help our girls. There is a call on us to act with urgency AND compassion. Please support our Miles GEMS! 

 

Detailed Cost Summary

All of the items above have been purchased during previous school years to support this fabulous program.  

 

Items

# Item Description Total Cost
1 photos $94.97
2 Craft supplies for projects $319.87
3 G.E.M.S t-shirts $260.41
4 spooky breakfast supplies $297.32
5 Gingerbread houses $67.23
6 snacks to host presenters $207.48
7 End of the year banquet $348.76
8 End of the year Jean Jackets $387.98
  Total: $1,984.02

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Special Thanks to Our Presenting Partners

Suncoast Credit Union