Girls to Women, Women to Girls 2008 - "Keepin It Real"

Eighth-Grade Girls Remaining True to Themselves and
Their Values While Adjusting to 9th Grade

Above (left to right):WRC Executive Director Katie Tiernan gives the girls an initial welcome to the conference; Volunteer Kerry Petranek, the 2008 conference's keynote speaker addresses the audience.

Above (left to right): Volunteer Kristin Lance teaches the Healthy Relationships workshop, which was presented by Planned Parenthood and new to the conference in 2008. Long-time volunteer Beth Christie circles up the group during the Bodies and Boundaries self-protection workshop.

Above (from left to right): Volunteers Mindy Stern and Kathryn Catsman discuss body image, self-esteem, and the importance of good nutrition in the class called Women Come In All Shapes And Sizes; Wildlife Manager Stephanie Schuler talks about her profession at the Career Fair.