Published on TAPinto, Written by Linda Lampert
On Monday, May 1, Laura Giacobbe, a Rahway Board of Education (BOE) member, visited schools in Rahway to promote a new girls empowerment club created in memory of her daughter Anabella (Bella), who passed away in September 2022. The mission of the club is to instill confidence in young ladies and encourage them to dream big and pursue their passions, just as Bella did.
The Girls Empowerment Mentorship Club will offer an inclusive curriculum that is both educational and fun, and the student participants will enjoy a variety of activities, including trips, social and team-building events, guest speakers, exposure to entrepreneurship, and community service projects. The club aims to provide a supportive and engaging environment that will help girls entering 6th, 7th, and 8th grade to grow and learn together.
“Creating this mentorship program in memory of my daughter Bella is a way of keeping her spirit alive and making a positive impact on the lives of young girls in our community,” said Giacobbe. “Through this program, we hope to empower girls to pursue their dreams, develop their skills and talents, and build strong and supportive relationships with one another.”
Girls interested in joining the club can fill out an application provided by homeroom teachers in their respective elementary schools. The first meeting of the club will take place sometime in June. Parents and guardians are encouraged to support their daughters and help them take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.
