The Boys & Girls Club of Cypress recently celebrated the Spring 2015 completion of the SMART Girls program with a banquet for the young ladies and their families. The evening included a healthy dinner that was prepared by the SMART Girls and the Cypress Soroptimists, a speech from City Council member and Boys & Girls Club of Cypress Board Member Stacy Berry, and an award ceremony to recognize the achievements of the program participants.
SMART Girls is a National Boys & Girls Clubs of America program, which provides guidance for adolescent girls toward healthy attitudes and lifestyles, eating right, staying fit, and reaching their full potential. The SMART Girls members met weekly at the Boys & Girls Club of Cypress and discussed important issues such as proper nutrition, maintaining positive relationships, improving their personal body images, and living a healthy lifestyle.
The SMART Girls program would not have been possible without the support of the Cypress Soroptimist group, who helped plan and administer the program weekly. Special guests also assisted throughout the program and gave their expert opinion on various topics. Dr. Terrisa Ha came to speak to the girls about proper health and hygiene and the importance of good nutrition. Officer Julie Marquez spoke with the girls about cyberbullying and how to resolve conflict. The girls also had the opportunity to take a free Zumba class at Chuze Fitness and discuss the importance of regular physical activity. Each lesson was informative, fun, and simultaneously focused on the importance of creating meaningful connections and friendships with one another.
For more information about the SMART Girls program or any other Boys & Girls Club Cypress Programs, stop by the Club at 10161 Moody St. in Cypress, call 714-527-2697, or visit the website at www.boysandgirlsclubofcypress.com.
