Michigan ROX Program: Kadence learns how to stand up for herself
A Story About: Kadence, a 5th grade ROX Girl from Michigan
Submitted By: Jenny Francisco, Licensed Teacher, ROX Facilitator
Key ROX Program Outcomes: Learned how to use her voice and stand up for herself
Did You Know? After participating in ROX, 88% of girls feel safer and more confident that they can protect themselves.
Kadence’s ROX Story
Kadence was a quiet, shy 5th grade student. She had things to say, but wasn’t always the most confident to say them. Kids would say mean things to her, she would report them - but never wanted them to be addressed by an adult and especially not with her present! By the end of ROX, she was willing for an adult to intervene.
Kadence learns to use her voice
Fast forward to half way through ROX Leadership programming… a student was saying rude things to her. She reported it to me and chose to address the student with me present. It was so inspiring to watch her use her voice, for the other student to actually hear from her how their words were impacting her! When they told her they were sorry and would stop making comments …. I thought she was going to burst! As soon as the student walked out of the office she smiled a smile I had never seen before! She was so excited, proud, and confident that the student would stick to their word! What an amazing moment to be able to witness her use her voice!
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What is ROX?
Ruling Our eXperiences (ROX) is the nonprofit authority on girls. We conduct large-scale national research with girls, deliver evidence-based programs in schools nationwide and equip adults to better support and empower girls.
What is The ROX Program for Girls?
The ROX Program for Girls is an evidence-based program that 5th - 12th grade girls can opt into with parental consent, delivered in schools by trained and licensed female professionals. The ROX Program gives girls the skills they need to succeed in relationships, academics, career and life and has been validated with over 55,000 girls.
The ROX Program covers topics including: communication, relationships, body image, social media, stress and pressure, self-defense, college and career, leadership.
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