SUTTON, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), today brought her West Virginia Girls Rise Up program to Braxton County Middle School (BCMS). During the event, which was her 35th in program history, she met with 6th graders and discussed with them the importance of female empowerment, education, fitness, and self-confidence. Delegate Lori Dittman, who is also a teacher at BCMS, joined Senator Capito in hosting today’s event.
“I was thrilled to bring my Girls Rise Up program to Braxton County alongside Delegate Lori Dittman to empower and inspire the next generation of West Virginia’s young women. Through this program, we encourage girls to be confident, work hard, and pursue their dreams—whether in leadership or any path they choose. Seeing their enthusiasm and ambition gives me great hope for the future of our state,” Senator Capito said.
“We were honored to have U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito and Delegate Lori Dittman speak to our 6th grade girls at Braxton County Middle School. Senator Capito's Girls Rise Up program has inspired countless young women to recognize their potential, embrace leadership, and pursue their dreams with confidence. Her commitment to empowering the next generation of female leaders stands as a powerful reminder that when girls rise up, they don't just change their own futures, they change the world,” BCMS Principal Amy Perkins said.
Senator Capito launched the West Virginia Girls Rise Up program in 2015 to instill confidence in young West Virginia women and empower them to be strong and kind female leaders. The program focuses on three areas: education, fitness, and self-confidence. Learn more about the program here.
Photos from today’s event can be found below:
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Delegate Lori Dittman pose with a 6th grade student during a Girls Rise Up event at Braxton County Middle School in Sutton, W.Va. on Thursday, March 20, 2025.
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) hosts a Girls Rise Up event at Braxton County Middle School in Sutton, W.Va. on Thursday, March 20, 2025.
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) hosts a Girls Rise Up event at Braxton County Middle School in Sutton, W.Va. on Thursday, March 20, 2025.
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