The GEMS club was founded this year at Bob Courtway Middle School for 8th grade female students to teach the value of respect. The young women were especially impacted by the personal testimonials shared by guest speakers. Local businesses provided beauty and fashions presentations, and other sponsors provided an opportunity for the girls to attend special events. GEMS members also raised money to help a needy family for Christmas. School administrators were pleased with the quantifiable outcome of the club – a decrease in office referrals.