Welcome to Girls Pursuing Success!
Empowering Young Girls Today - Transforming lives for a better tomorrow.
Welcome to Girls Pursuing Success!
Empowering Young Girls Today - Transforming lives for a better tomorrow.
Meet the Founder of GPS:
Hi! My name is Akiya Maston—author, K-8 school principal, Middle School Girls Development Specialist, and a proud 20+ year veteran in education and student life. My mission is to use my lived experiences to help girls ages 10-14 discover (or rediscover) their uniqueness, confidence, and the beauty they bring to the world with parental/guardianship involvement. Drawing from thousands of student and family interactions, and a deep understanding of youth mentoring, I created GPS as both a personal guidance system and a scalable movement designed to support the growth and success of girls everywhere.
At its core, GPS is built on one essential truth: girls deserve the emotional, mindful, and relational support needed to navigate childhood and adolescence with confidence and care. GPS provides that nurturing, guided support—helping girls chart their path with clarity, purpose, and strength.
My Why: Helping girls discover who they are and the confidence to shine is my passion. I speak, facilitate restorative practices, conduct group and 1:1 mentoring (with parental involvement), as well as join panels. Connect at author@akiyamaston.com.
About Girls Pursuing Success (GPS)
Our Purpose at GPS
About GEMS
About GEMS
To guide girls toward confidence and leadership through our digital GPS Empowerment Mentorship Series (GEMS) that nurtures their inner strength and creates a safe, affirming ecosystem where girls:
- Develop self-worth
- Build resilience
- Strengthen emotional awareness
- Learn leadership skills
- Feel seen, heard, and supported
Together, we are growin
To guide girls toward confidence and leadership through our digital GPS Empowerment Mentorship Series (GEMS) that nurtures their inner strength and creates a safe, affirming ecosystem where girls:
- Develop self-worth
- Build resilience
- Strengthen emotional awareness
- Learn leadership skills
- Feel seen, heard, and supported
Together, we are growing confident leaders equipped to navigate life with purpose and courage.
About GEMS
About GEMS
About GEMS
GEMS offers a nurturing, interactive Becoming Me! Empowerment Guide paired with digital PDFs of award-winning books designed to help girls:
- Discover their uniqueness
- Build authentic confidence
- Strengthen emotional intelligence
- Develop resilience
- Cultivate leadership skills
We help girls chart their path with clarity, purpose, and strength.
Who is GPS for?
About GEMS
Who is GPS for?
✔ Girls ages 10–14 (but all youth could benefit)
✔ Parents and guardians seeking structured, positive mentorship
✔ Families who value emotional growth and leadership development
The Wonder Years of Middle School - $5.99
The Sleepover That Went Oh, So Terribly Wrong! - $5.99
The Sleepover That Went Oh, So Terribly Wrong! - $5.99
The Wonder Years of Middle School — Packed with insight, humor, and practical advice, this engaging book helps families tackle the challenges of these pivotal years with confidence and understanding.
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The Sleepover That Went Oh, So Terribly Wrong! - $5.99
The Sleepover That Went Oh, So Terribly Wrong! - $5.99
The Sleepover That Went Oh, So Terribly Wrong! - $5.99
The Sleepover That Went Oh, So Terribly Wrong! — Explores the ups and downs of friendship, the pressure to fit in, and the courage it takes to stay true to yourself.
Prefer a hard copy? Purchase on Amazon.com using the link below:
The GPS Becoming Me! Empowerment Guide - $59.00
The Sleepover That Went Oh, So Terribly Wrong! - $5.99
The GPS Becoming Me! Empowerment Guide - $59.00
The GPS Becoming Me! Empowerment Guide is a dynamic, digital 8-module empowerment series thoughtfully designed to equip girls with the confidence, clarity, and courage they need to thrive. Covering essential topics such as confidence building, goal setting, resilience, leadership, and body positivity, the guide nurtures growth from the inside out.
A Quick Glimpse from 3 Modules in The GPS Becoming Me! Empowerment Guide
Complimentary Resource for GPS Girls!
The Wonder Years of Middle School Reflective Discussion Questions Guide:
After reading The GPS Empowerment Series book, The Wonder Years of Middle School, download this complimentary Reflective Discussion Questions Guide designed to help girls connect to the real-life stories shared throughout the book. These guided prompts encourage meaningful conversations about friendships, peer pressure, and personal growth during the middle school years. Click link below for your free copy!