A division of The Women of True Grit Series, GRIT101 is a program meant to guide teens through life's trials. It only takes a speck of grit inside an oyster shell to form a beautiful pearl.In life we go through irritations that help us to become the best person we can be.​If your school would like to add this program please contact: Laura Burt at laura.burt@asffoundation.org

Student Testimonials

Claudia: “I enjoyed hearing your stories because my aunt has diabetes. I really like my pearl. Thanks!”​

Abigail P.: “I enjoyed learning about your
stories. It was very inspiring. I liked the pearls and the lesson you taught us. You were very kind.”​

Mina: “I enjoyed learning about the stories

because they were very inspiring. I also liked learning about the pearls and their different meanings and colors.”​

Katherine: “The pearl lesson was very educational. I loved what all the pearls stand for. It will help me through life, and I know I will make friends at my new school.”​

Shai: “I really enjoyed the lesson because it empowered me. The F.E.A.R. acronym helped me realize that I don’t have to be afraid of something that probably won’t even happen.”​

Ella: “It was very inspiring and fun. I enjoyed learning about GRIT 101. The pearls were a good way to learn about their meanings.”​

Roxie: “I enjoyed it very much. Everyone was kind and helped us learn about overcoming trials and pressing on.”