Good news! Evans Elementary School has opened registration for the Spring season of Girls on the Run. The deadline to register is February 21, 2025.

According to the school, third- through fifth-grade girls will meet twice a week for eight to 10 weeks. “Coaches will guide our girls through lessons and activities that strengthen their social, emotional, and physical well-being. They’ll learn and grow, and most importantly, have FUN.”

All participants must register online, at gotrmemphis.org/programs. You can use promo code EVANS2025 at check-out. If you have any questions, please send an email to [email protected].

Girls on the Run – Memphis is a non-profit organization that seeks to teach young girls basic life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons, and running games. It is a transformational physical activity-based positive youth development program for girls in third through eighth grade. 

Youth development programs teach girls vital social and emotional skills, such as effective communication, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and empathy. These skills are crucial for building healthy relationships with peers, mentors, and family members. They also contribute to a girl’s ability to navigate the pressures and complexities of adolescence.

Additionally, some of these programs can offer academic support, mentoring, and career exploration, which is essential for helping girls set and achieve educational and professional goals. 

Youth development programs for girls are vital in shaping future generations of confident, educated, and empowered women.

Dates to remember:

Season Dates: Week of February 17 - Week of April 28

Final 5K Celebration - Sunday, May 4, 2 p.m., at the University of Memphis

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