Ready Set Rise 2026!
Empowering Girls to Step into 6th Grade with Confidence and Purpose
Date: Tuesday, August 4
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: 1960 Event Space, Manhattan, KS
Who: Incoming 6th Grade Girls
Cost: $25 Early Bird pricing is available through July 10, with $35 standard registration continuing through July 31, or until the event reaches capacity. (Scholarships Available)
Middle school is a big step—and every girl deserves to begin that journey feeling confident, connected, and ready to thrive.
Join Girls on the Run of the Flint Hills for Ready, Set, Rise!, an exciting one-day leadership retreat designed specifically for girls entering 6th grade. Through interactive workshops, inspiring community leaders, hands-on activities, and meaningful conversations, girls will discover their strengths, build confidence, make new friends, and develop practical skills they'll carry into middle school and beyond.
Girls Will Experience:
Inspiring keynote speaker
Interactive breakout sessions led by community leaders
Leadership and confidence-building activities
"The Amazing Shake" communication and networking experience
Lunch with an inspiring panel of local women leaders
New friendships and connections with girls from across the community
A safe, encouraging environment where every girl belongs
Breakout Topics Include:
• Who Am I – Identity, Strengths & Belonging
• Confidence in Action – Self-Esteem, Courage & Growth Mindset
• Finding My Voice – Communication, Friendships & Advocacy
• Leading With Heart – Leadership, Teamwork & Kindness
• Ready for What's Next – Middle School Readiness & Goal Setting
• Move With Purpose – Movement, Confidence, Energy & Resilience
Registration Includes:
✔ Full-day leadership retreat (9:00 AM–4:00 PM)
✔ Lunch and refreshments
✔ Leadership journal
✔ Canvas tote bag
✔ Exclusive Ready, Set, Rise! backpack tag
✔ Interactive workshops and leadership activities
Whether your daughter is excited about middle school, feeling nervous, or somewhere in between, this retreat will help her step into this next chapter with the confidence, courage, and tools to succeed.
Space is limited to 60 participants. Register early to reserve your girl's spot!
Because every girl deserves to begin middle school believing in herself, using her strengths, and rising with confidence and purpose.
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