Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will host a Girls’ Summit on Saturday, Oct. 21 at Clarksburg High School. A CDC report released in February 2023 highlighted record high levels of sadness, suicide risk, and violence reported by teen girls. These concerning national trends are also seen in Montgomery County. This event for students and their caregivers will offer education, resources and activities centered especially around young women’s health.

WHAT: The Girls’ Summit will provide informative workshops geared towards middle and high school girls on a variety of current topics, a chance to network, participate in fun activities, learn valuable skills and enjoy a fashion show presented by White House Black Market celebrating diverse body types. 

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

WHERE: Clarksburg High School, 22500 Wims Rd, Clarksburg, MD 20871

WHO: 

• Dr. Patricia Kapunan, MCPS System Medical Officer 
• Stephanie Iszard, MCPS Executive Assistant to the System Medical Officer 
• Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services
• Children's Hospital
• Girls on the Run
• Screenagers
• Kaiser Permanente 
• Montgomery County Council of Parent-Teacher Associations (MCCPTA)
• Identity
• White House Black Market

Members of the media are asked to email Aisha Mbowe at aisha_mbowe@mcpsmd.org