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The best is yet to come: how two girls from Pace Broward will thrive after graduation.
Our friends at State Farm Insurance and local agents are working alongside Pace girls to celebrate graduation season. Pace received a $90,000 grant...
05.30.2023
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For a Florida teen catching up on missed moments, a night in the spotlight
By age 15, Bella hadn’t finished fifth grade. But at Pace Center for Girls, she’s catching up — and learning she counts.
05.26.2023
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‘A safe space to talk’: Macon counseling center helps young girls manage transition out of school
Meet Sakiyah and hear her inspiring story reported by 13WMAZ in Macon, Georgia. 
05.15.2023
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How Mental Health Counseling Helps Pace Girls Reach Their Potential
Nearly three years ago, Summer Kirk signed up to change lives. In the years since she joined the Pace Pinellas team as a counselor, Summer has served...
04.26.2023
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Embracing Growth and Change
Pace girls come from all backgrounds, but throughout their time at Pace, we teach them to embrace growth and change while working to invest in their...
04.04.2023
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One Hundred Teen Girls Meet Florida Legislators at Pace Day at the Capitol
“Because of Pace Day at the Capitol and the female legislators I met, I feel like I am not alone and capable of sharing my story to make a...
04.03.2023
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One Hundred Teen Girls Meet Florida Legislators at Pace Day at the Capitol
There is one engine that will continue to drive the future: the power of our girls and young women. We see every moment and new day as an opportunity...
03.31.2023
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Hillsborough 14-year-old shines at Pace Center for Girls
We invite you to meet 14-year-old Lyra and hear her inspiring story. Lyra's journey hasn't been easy. She's wise beyond her years, gifted, and highly...
03.24.2023
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Pace Center for Girls in Orange County empowers young women to succeed academically and personally
When we focus on supporting girls, they gain the power to achieve success in all areas of their lives, leading to positive outcomes for themselves,...
03.21.2023
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Pace Center for Girls Collier celebrates 25 years of helping girls in Immokalee
Marianne Kearns, Executive Director of Pace Collier, who accepted a proclamation from Collier County Commissioners last week acknowledging the...
03.16.2023
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Women of Influence: Thresa Giles of Pace Center for Girls
We are proud to share that Pace's own Thresa Giles, Chief Financial and Business Operations Officer, was recognized by the Jacksonville Business...
03.03.2023
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Pace Expands Reach Counseling Program to Marion County
The program will provide Marion County with supportive therapy specifically designed for middle and high school girls.
03.02.2023
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