Welcome to Girls Inc. of Washington County!
At Girls Inc., we are dedicated to inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Our programs are designed to empower your daughters with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed in life.
Why Choose Girls Inc.?
Comprehensive Programs
Our diverse programs cover areas such as STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), leadership, health and wellness, financial literacy, and media literacy. Each program is tailored to encourage girls to discover their passions and potential.
Safe and Supportive Environment
Safety is our top priority. Our staff is trained to provide a nurturing and supportive atmosphere where your daughter can learn and grow. We maintain a low student-to-staff ratio to ensure personalized attention for every girl at every age.
Proven Impact
Girls Inc. has a long history of making a positive impact on girls’ lives. Our research-based programs are proven to increase academic performance, self-esteem, and leadership skills.
Our Holistic Approach: Strong, Smart, and Bold
At Girls Inc., we are committed to providing a comprehensive and holistic approach to empower girls to become confident, independent, and successful individuals. Our programming is centered around three core values: Strong, Smart, and Bold.
Strong: Healthy Living
Focus: Physical Health, Mental Well-being, and Self-Care
Our Strong programs aim to promote overall health and well-being. We encourage girls to adopt healthy habits, understand the importance of physical activity, and take care of their mental health.
Physical Health: Through sports, fitness activities, and nutrition education, we teach girls the value of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Activities include team sports, yoga, dance, and fitness challenges.
Mental Well-being: We provide resources and activities that support mental health, such as stress management workshops, mindfulness exercises, and access to counseling services.
Self-Care: Girls learn about personal hygiene, healthy relationships, and body positivity. We also address important topics like substance abuse prevention and reproductive health education.
Smart: Academic Enrichment and STEM
Focus: Education, Critical Thinking, and Lifelong Learning
Our Smart programs are designed to foster a love of learning, enhance academic skills, and encourage girls to pursue their educational goals.
STEM Education: We offer hands-on activities and projects in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in our brand new Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation STEM Center!
Academic Support: We provide homework help, tutoring, and test preparation to ensure academic success. Our programs also include literacy initiatives and individualized tutoring incorporated with the WCPS Lexia program.
Critical Thinking: Girls develop problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and creativity through engaging activities.
Bold: Leadership and Life Skills
Focus: Confidence, Leadership, and Community Engagement
Our Bold programs aim to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and encourage girls to take active roles in their communities.
Leadership Training: Girls participate in leadership workshops, public speaking training, and mentorship programs. We offer opportunities to lead projects, join student councils, and participate in leadership conferences.
Life Skills: We teach essential life skills such as financial literacy, goal setting, time management, and career exploration. Girls learn about budgeting, saving, and planning for their futures.
Community Engagement: We encourage girls to become active citizens and make a positive impact in their communities. Activities include community service projects, advocacy campaigns, and environmental initiatives. Our high schoolers are encouraged to participate in our Youth Advisory Board partnership with the Washington County Health Department.
Girls Inc. programs are proven to make a lasting impact on participants’ lives. Our holistic approach ensures that girls are well-rounded, confident, and prepared to face any challenge. By focusing on these three core values, we empower girls to become strong, smart, and bold individuals who will lead and succeed in all aspects of life.
Outcomes
Powerful Outcomes for Powerful Girls
Our outcomes demonstrate that with the right opportunities to grow and learn, girls’ realities are transformed. We equip girls to disrupt the status quo and ensure they have equal opportunities to take their places as the leaders they are.
Strong & Healthy 
Smart & Educated 
Bold & Independent Girls Inc. Inclement Weather Policies
Please see below when schools are delayed, cancelled or dismissed early due to inclement weather:
-
Schools Cancelled – Girls Inc is CLOSED
-
Schools Delayed – Girls Inc operates on a normal schedule.
-
Schools dismiss early – Girls Inc. will be open until 5:00 but the vans WILL NOT pick up at the schools and Girls Inc. will be CLOSED.
-
Schools dismiss early or School dismisses at regular time, but after school activities are canceled due to weather: Girls Inc. will be closed and we will not transport from the schools.