Upcoming Events
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Calling all Coaches-
Past and Present!
Coach Appreciation
with Molly Barker!
 As GOTR-STL celebrates 10 years of empowering girls for a lifetime of healthy living, we want to honor the incredible people who have made it possible: OUR COACHES! Please be our special guest for an evening with Molly Barker, Founder and Vision Keeper of Girls on the Run as she shares her inspiring story and celebrates the role of coaching. Tues. April 16, 2013 7:00 p.m. Emerson 8000 West Florissant Ave. St. Louis, MO 63136
Click here for more information and to RSVP. We can't wait to see you there!
Be sure to check out "St. Louis on the Air" with Don Marsh on Wed., April 17, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. This local NPR radio show will feature Molly Barker, Girls on the Run St. Louis Executive Director Courtney Berg and Dr. Amy Eyler of the Brown School at Washington University St. Louis. The show will discuss the importance of programs like GOTR, the impact the program has had in the community and take call-in questions. Molly is here to help us celebrate at our 10th Birthday Party and is excited to share our story with the community! Wed., April 17, 2013 11:00 a.m. 90.7 KWMU-FM
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Volunteer Spotlight
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At the heart of GOTR are amazing volunteers whose commitment and passion change the lives of thousands of girls throughout the St. Louis region each year.
Meet one of our superstar volunteers: Taryn Crowley
Taryn has been coaching with GOTR-STL for three seasons. As a counselor in the Parkway School District, her time is split between two elementary schools: Hanna Woods and Sorrento Springs. Taryn brought the program to Sorrento Springs in the spring of 2012 and to Hanna Woods in the fall of the same year.
Read what else Taryn had to say in her own words ...
How did you first hear about Girls on the Run?
It is embarrassing to admit but, when I first heard about Girls on the Run I was completely clueless! Some colleagues shared that their building "isn't a Girls on the Run school." I had no idea what a "Girls on the Run school" was! Being a school counselor, I was unsure if this was something I was supposed to have knowledge of, but made up my mind that I would find out. That evening I went home and Googled it.
Within 10 minutes, not only did I know that I had to be a part of this program but I had to get this program started at BOTH of my schools. I quickly sent an email to my principals and decided whichever one responded first got the program. Sorrento Springs held their first season in spring 2012 and Hanna Woods had their first season in fall 2012!
Why did you decide to be a coach?
There are close to 100 reasons as to why I decided to become a coach-one for each girl that I have supported on Girls on the Run. Empowering the girls and increasing their self-esteem is probably one of the most valuable skills we can teach. As a counselor, this is one more way for me to help students at the elementary level who struggle with their self-image. I believe a program like this would have had a huge impact on me growing up as I watch our girls become more self-aware, self-assured and self-confident. This program is all about the girls.
For me, Girls on the Run reminds us ALL how truly special, unique and awesome we are!
Read more from Taryn!
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Sponsor Offers
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20% OFF AT CHILL
All School-Year Long!
Let any Chill Team Member know you are part of Girls on the Run St. Louis and not only will you receive 20% off your frozen treat all season long - you'll also receive a special "Chill Girl" punch card! Fill up your special "Chill Girl" punch card 5 times and chill for FREE on your next visit! Pick up your punch card at any Chill location.
ALL LOCATIONS:
Chill Wydown
7610 Wydown Blvd.
Clayton, MO 63105
Chill Des Peres
11935 Manchester Rd.
Des Peres, MO 63131
Chill Ladue
9793 Clayton Rd.
Ladue, MO 63124
Sponsorship Opportunities:
We are looking for companies to help us deliver our life changing program to thousands of girls in the St. Louis region. This means exposure to 5,000+ girls and their families, and 1,000+ adult volunteers for both fall and spring seasons, as well as visibility at our 5k race at the end of each season. If you're interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Katy Sommer.
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Registration Open for Girls on the Run 5k
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Race Registration Open
Mark your calendar for a celebration you won't want to miss! The Girls on the Run 5k will be held in downtown St. Louis on Saturday, May 11, 2013!
Join the 3,500+ Girls on the Run St. Louis participants and their coaches and families in a fun-filled event that marks the culmination of the season. This community race is open to the public and proceeds benefit the Girls on the Run St. Louis scholarship fund. Let's make this our most fun event yet!
Details:
Soldier's Memorial, Downtown St. Louis
1 Mile Fun Run - 7:45 a.m.
5k Run - 8 a.m.
REGISTER HER!
The race theme this season is Out of this World! and each of our teams is running with their mascot - Aliens! Click here for more information and to register for the race. Please note: girls who are registered for the program are already registered for the race. |
Interested in Starting a New GOTR Site?
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Deadline for New Site Applications is May 1
In order to manage the fantastic growth our organization has been experiencing, we are already planning for the fall 2013 season. Click here to learn more about starting a Girls on the Run or Girls on Track team at your school. A "Setting Up a Site" informational packet and a "New Site Application" are available to download. All site applications must be turned in to the Girls on the Run St. Louis office by May 1 to be considered as a potential site for fall 2013. 
While starting and "running" a Girls on the Run or Girls on Track team is a time intensive volunteer endeavor, the rewards are immeasurable!
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We Can't Run Without You
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Sign up to volunteer at the spring 5k
 We need more than 300 volunteers to ensure we have a fun and safe 5k. Please be a part of our celebration on Saturday, May 11 downtown! We need your help to make this event special for the girls.
Our 5k is not like any other - it's a celebration of hard work, achieving your goals and setting young girls on the path to a healthy and happy life! The race is a great volunteer opportunity for students, organizations and local businesses to come together and serve the community.
Sign up here to volunteer for packet pick-up, race village set-up, finisher food & water, course marshal, to host a cheer station and more!
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5k Superstars
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Add extra meaning to your May race!
Superstar: noun - person who uses his or her talent and motivation to inspire the community and help raise up individuals to achieve their dreams (YOU!)
5k Superstars are men and women who will run the Girls on the Run 5k on May 11, 2013 in support of the Girls on the Run St. Louis scholarship program. Whether you are running the 5k as a family member, practice partner or community participant, you can help spread the word and raise money for scholarships benefiting Girls on the Run St. Louis. Each 5k Superstar receives a personal fundraising page but has no fundraising minimum. Runners that raise $100 or more by race day will receive a Girls on the Run technical running shirt. All funds raised benefit the Girls on the Run St. Louis scholarship fund. Last year our 5k Superstars raised more than $2,700 for our scholarship fund. Help us beat our goal of $3,000 this year! Register now! 
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Rookie Team Highlight
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Spring 2013 Season Rookie Site Spotlight
Every Monday and Wednesday afternoon for the past eight weeks there's a new thunderous sound coming from Windsor Intermediate Center in Imperial, MO. It's 55 pairs of girls' feet pounding the pavement coupled with enthusiasm and a greater sense of confidence.
That's right...55 girls their very first season as a Girls on the Run St. Louis site! You might wonder how they do it. Well, Windsor has had a group of dedicated, organized school teachers, staff and administrators from their initial contact with GOTR-STL in the fall. They knew the girls would fully embrace GOTR and wanted to be able to support all girls who had a desire to participate.
Here's what Jamie Brockmeier, Head Coach and Michelle Dreyer, Assistant Coach had to say about their experience as first-time Girls on the Run St. Louis coaches:
Why did you want to bring GOTR to the girls at your school?
Jamie: I wanted to bring Girls on the Run to Windsor because I am passionate about health and fitness. I felt that it would be the perfect opportunity to instill physical, emotional and spiritual health into the girls. I believed that with the help of GOTR I could be a positive influence and empower young girls to activate their inner potential on all levels.
What has been your favorite lesson so far?
Michelle: My favorite lesson is Lesson 4: "Positive Self-Talk and Why I Choose It!" It was so much fun because during our workout all of the girls were constantly shouting out positive comments about themselves. They were all plugged into their "Girls on the Run" cord and the positive energy traveling throughout the gym was contagious!
What has been the most rewarding part of the program for you personally?
Jamie: At 25 years old, I am learning more about myself through the lessons and reflection time. The girls are opening my eyes to embrace diversity and to be more confident in my daily decisions. I constantly find myself more optimistic, compassionate, and open-hearted. My team has grown leaps and bounds, and it makes my heart smile when I see my girls standing up for themselves, walking down the hall with more confidence, and building new relationships with peers.
Michelle: I find myself reflecting on topics we discuss during our lessons together and when I'm running on my own as well! I have witnessed the girls making connections from other lessons while discussing certain topics. Building relationships with the girls, learning with them, running with them, and growing together as a team has been such a gratifying experience!
GOTR at Windsor has been an overwhelming success! The program wouldn't exist without dedicated volunteer coaches and amazing school support. Thank you so much for making a difference in the lives of the girls at Windsor Intermediate School.
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Race Bib Auction
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Have you always dreamed of wearing the #1 race bib at the starting line?
Don't miss out on the opportunity to proudly pin on bib #1 at this season's Girls on the Run St. Louis 5k on May 11! We are auctioning our #1 race bib on Facebook, starting at Noon on Wed., May 1 and ending at Noon on Fri., May 3rd.
Bidding begins at $25 and all money raised will benefit the GOTR-STL scholarship fund. The lucky winner will be announced on Friday afternoon, May 3, and will have the option to be recognized race morning before the start of the 5k! Corporations and individuals are welcome to place bids and "gift" the #1 bib to a girl in the program. Make sure to "like" us on Facebook today and get set to place your bid!
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