GROWING TOGETHER (9-11 Years old)
Growing Together is a program designed to increase positive communication between mothers or other significant adults and their 9- to 12-year old daughters.
Growing Together:
- Allows time for mothers and daughters to explore their feelings, values and expectations.
- Provides participants the opportunity to practice decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Provides participants the opportunity to learn about open communication, which is an important part of a healthy relationship.
- Provides factual information about the changes girls may experience during puberty.
- Helps parents to answer questions about sexual behavior and puberty without embarrassment.
Elementary Schools sites for 2024-2025:
Cesar Chavez Elementary School, Salinas
Fremont Elementary School, Salinas,
Santa Lucia Elementary School, King City
Castro Plaza Resource Center, Castroville
Mary Chapa Elementary School, Greenfield
Mission Park Elementary School, Salinas
Freedom Elementary School, Watsonville
Jack Franscioni Elementary School, Soledad
Ladd Lane Elementary School, Hollister
Martin Luther King Jr. Academy Elementary School, Seaside
Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Aptos
Spring Grove Elementary School, Hollister
Monte Vista Elementary School, Monterey
Program Dates: Re-occurring
Program Location: Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties.
Contac the Girls Inc. office to find out when the program is coming to your area!
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If you are interested in joining or would like more information, please contact the Girls Inc. of the Central Coast office at (831) 772-0882.