Maine Women's Policy Center

Girls' Day at the State House

This year, our 14th Annual Girls' Day at the State House happened on Thursday, March 18, and a hearty Thank You goes out to FairPoint Communications for being our web sponsor!

Thank you FairPoint Communications!

Read on to learn more about Girls' Day 2010!

Each year, the Maine Women's Policy Center brings 100 8th grade girls to the State House for a day of hands-on involvement with Maine government. We'd like to thank our 2010 Girls' Day Sponsors for their support of this event.

Students from all over the state get the chance to meet with legislative leadership, engage in a mock public hearing, participate in a mock press conference, explore the State House, meet legislators during a scavenger hunt activity, and meet other girls interested in government.

"I learned women, too, can make a difference. Even if you're shy, you can be a leader." Amber, Biddeford

"I learned be who you are, and you will blossom with finesse." Sadiee, Wales

" I learned so much I don't know where to begin! Although, overall, I learned that I (yes me) and anyone else can do anything! Follow your dreams and believe in yourself." Maggie, Bar Harbor

"This was a great experience for me. It really helped me understand how the government works by actually being a part of it and not just reading about it in a book." Miranda, Farmington

• Watch the video
• Read More Quotes from this year's participants
• Girls' Day Action Guide
  
• Check out the photo montage

* 2010 Photos by Kimm Collins and Charlotte Warren Video by Anne Sheldon