Girls between the ages of 9 and 12 now have available a special course designed to address their specific self esteem needs. Especially Me is offered by The Junior League of Anderson County at the Jennie Gilmer Pavilion at AnMed Health Campus. "Especially Me" is a series of three classes that address issues such as self esteem, changing bodies, nutrition, eating disorders, making good decisions, being assertive and expressing feelings.

The preteen years are critical for a young woman to establish a sense of self. The first course focuses on the definition of self-esteem and how society has a major influence on a young woman’s self-esteem. Girls will walk away with a clear understanding about what makes them unique. The second class focuses on health, nutrition and exercise as well as the physical and emotional changes of puberty. The girls will learn that living a healthy lifestyle helps contribute to their self-esteem.

The third and final class focuses on teaching girls to make good decisions and be assertive when they are challenged by peer pressure. They are given the tools necessary to help them succeed as a young woman in today’s society. The next course available at the AnMed Health Campus meets October 6, and it is open to all girls ages 9 –12. The course is also available to clubs or organizations and can be scheduled to fit their needs at their own facilities. School, church and civic organizations are encouraged to contact JLAC to schedule a private session at their location.

To register your child or schedule a class for a club or youth group, please email Arden Stelly at ardenstelly@yahoo.com or call the Junior League office at (864) 231-0470.