Girls Inc. has opened registration for its Extended Learning Summer Program girls in kindergarten to 6th grade.
The program, which runs from June 9 to Aug. 1, offers opportunities for girls to explore interests and gain life-skills needed to navigate the highs and lows of growing up.
Girls Inc., research shows that students who participate in its programs are more likely to have increased academic performance, improved attendance, and express greater interest in learning and achieving.
Summer programming is offered from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and includes breakfast, lunch, and a snack. Field trips and guest speaker forums are held throughout the summer.
Among the summer programs are Operation Smart initiatives in STEM (Science Technology, Math, which analyzes STEM and how it impacts careers.
The programs develop girls’ enthusiasm for science skills through hands-on activities and observations. Other summer learning topics include Mind and Body, Sports, Media Literacy, Visual Arts and Performing Arts.
The summer sessions are held at Girls Inc., 3801 Nelson Dr., St. Louis, Mo.
To register, please visit www.girlsincstl.org. The cost is $550 per child for girls ages 5-12.
For more information contact call (314) 385-8088 or send an email to Zasmine Johnson, director of programs, at zjohnson@girlsincstl.org