The measure of any program is in its results.

Smart-Girl is a research-based, proven program of enrichment and prevention.  JVA Associates, an independent third party evaluator conducted an evaluation of the program in 2005. 

"Girls who have been through the Smart-girl experience score significantly higher in optimism and attitudes that lead to success than girls who have not been exposed to Smart-Girl.  The significantly higher scores offer clear evidence of the success of the program in promoting girls' problem solving/critical thinking, emotional intelligence, resilience, conflict resolution, and refusal skills."

Below are results of a participant survey of girls completing a Smart-Girl program in 2005.

These areas rated the highest with 75% or more reporting positive growth:   Looking on the bright side of things Feel capable Better able to handle conflict Able to apologize for mistakes Being more respectful to others Deal more effectively with criticism More likely to compromise Able to say “ no ” to others Able to make and keep friends Less likely to insult or be mean   More likely to “speak out” if someone is being mean to a friend or a stranger Believe that actions and attitude will be the most influential factors in their success More likely to think about how to take care of children and self in future Believe they are worthy of being treated well by others In these areas 35%- 45% reported positive growth:   Less likely to gossip Less likely to believe rumors without checking the facts Less likely to do almost anything to maintain a relationship, especially with a boy