About PACE Pinellas PDF Print

The Pinellas PACE Center for Girls was established in January of 1997 and has helped more than 2,000 girls achieve success in school and home. 

Current Stats

  • 150 girls served in 2008-2009
  • 14.8 years old at time of referral
  • 43% exibited runaway behavior before coming to PACE
  • 45% reported using drugs and alcohol prior to coming to PACE
  • 29% were physically, sexual, and/or emotionally abused prior to coming to PACE

2008 - 2009 OutcomesPaceGirls_006_Small

  • 83% had no involvement with Juvenile Justice within a year of leaving PACE
  • 94% were placed in appropriate educational settings after leaving PACE
  • 95% improved their academic performance
  • 83% were in school or employed three years after leaving PACE