This is a national program, with local chapters, that uses running as the foundation for helping girls from ages 8 to 13 develop a healthier lifestyle, greater self-respect and a more positive attitude toward life. GOTR is a 12 week, after school program that meets one hour twice a week.

Participants in the GOTR program actually train for and participate in a 5K (3.1-mile) running event. But along the way (and most important), they also learn key lessons about life. In fact, running the 5K event isn't even required, girls can hop, skip or dance their way to the finish line!

For information about the Forsyth County chapter of Girls on the Run for girls in grades 3-5, please contact:

Paula Evans
336-718-5247
pkevans@novanthealth.org

You can also visit the local GOTR Web site at www.gotrforsythnc.org. And for a detailed look at the national Girls on the Run program and its mission, go to www.girlsontherun.org.