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Girls Run to Confidence: A New Era on Oregon Coast
6 Jun
Summary
- Program combines running with emotional well-being lessons.
- It's the first Girls on the Run program on the Oregon Coast.
- Research shows 97% of alumni found the program impactful.
The Oregon Coast now hosts its inaugural Girls on the Run program, serving 11 students from Warrenton-Hammond School District. This initiative, which began this spring, focuses on empowering girls and nonbinary youth in third through eighth grades.
Twice weekly, students participated in running drills and discussions covering topics like friendship, anxiety, and bullying. The program aims to build self-confidence and healthy relationship skills before insecurities can solidify.
This year's Run on the River 5K marked a significant milestone for the participants. It served as a celebration of their eight weeks of effort, emphasizing mutual encouragement over competition.
Nationally, Girls on the Run has been active since 1996. Research indicates its lasting positive effects, with a significant majority of alumni reporting personal growth and improved emotional regulation.
