Pink Panthers Program Preparing Tomorrow's Leaders Today

A recently introduced program in the River Rouge School District aims to improve the academic performance of young ladies. The Pink Panthers Program is the product of collaboration between the district's Department of Culture, Health, and Wellness and district leader, and pairs female students with an adult mentor. The program began this school year at Ann Visger Academy and River Rouge STEM Academy and will expand to include the district's two upper-level schools next school year. The Pink Panther Program is for girls in grades 4 through 12 and currently all mentors are female staff members w...