These last 2-3 years, I have been the ARS for our Service Unit. I am responsible for getting out the info about nominating adult volunteers for awards. I also have access to training records and the nominations to make sure everything is in line for the adults to actually received the awards.
What I have found is that most Girl Scout volunteers do not like to nominate themselves and most girls/families won't nominate their volunteers.
I just simply keep communicating. I send out emails to volunteers/leaders. Our communication person sends out info to our families. I post info on our social media site.
I nominate everyone I think of to get the ball rolling.
I was just sitting here thinking. I can see all the nominations that come through for our SU. Very few, if any, are done by girls and parents. Why not? The amount of time and energy leaders put into Girl Scouting warrants these awards. Why are the girls and parents not nominating their leaders/volunteers?
Anyone else out there have this problem? Found a solution? I would love to hear your ideas!
Showing posts with label Girl Scouts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Girl Scouts. Show all posts
Monday, February 4, 2019
Thursday, January 31, 2019
What I Never Expected to Learn in GS
28 Skills You Never Expected to Learn at Girl Scouts blog post from Girl Scouts
I just read and enjoyed this blog post. Like I have said before, Girl Scouts runs in my blood. I joined as a Brownie in Kindergarten (Daisy was not a level at that time), and I stayed in all the way through Senior Year, earning my Gold Award.
I cannot even remember everything I have done, let alone learned. Girl Scouts has truly made me who I am--along with my parents, grandparents, family, teachers, education, and friends.
I remember the Junior badge for Car Care. My dad had me in the driveway changing the oil and tires on the car. I learned a lot about cars, their care, and got some idea of what to ask or say if I needed to take a car into the shop.
We camped all the time, so I have learned to create a packing list and how to follow it. I know how to prepare recipes, shopping lists, and meals. I know which rice to buy and which one not to get. (We always laugh about that!) I know what to do if the plumbing is bad and how to find firewood, create a fire circle, set-up/start a fire, and how to safely put one out.
I have made lifelong friends. Not only did I meet my BFF, Jill, in Girl Scouts, but I have a ton of other friends I can call on if needed. We could go to lunch, catch up, and it be like no time has passed.
Girl Scouts also gave me the opportunity to spend time with my mom. She was our leader for many years, and I treasure that time we had.
Through skills learned in Girl Scouts and by working along side my mom, I learned to pour concrete, dig holes, move a fence, build a pool deck, fix things that broke around the house, learned who to call when I couldn't, how to sew, and more.
We were put in so many positions to be leaders, make decisions, handle money, make/set plans, and more that lead to skills in today's jobs. I cannot remember learning anything specific, but I know how to work with people, listen, voice my opinions and concerns, and problem solve.
Girl Scouts surrounded me with girls with good morals and ethics. I was never tempted by drugs, alcohol, or anything else that would put me in harm's way. I kept great grades and set goals for myself. Those surrounding me supported me.
I have also had the opportunity to work with girls in 4 different troops since I was in high school. Giving back and helping them to have some of the same experiences I have has been so rewarding.
If you have influence over a young lady in your life, register her for Girl Scouts, find her an amazing troop (or lead it yourself), and help her stay in through high school. You won't regret it!
I just read and enjoyed this blog post. Like I have said before, Girl Scouts runs in my blood. I joined as a Brownie in Kindergarten (Daisy was not a level at that time), and I stayed in all the way through Senior Year, earning my Gold Award.
I cannot even remember everything I have done, let alone learned. Girl Scouts has truly made me who I am--along with my parents, grandparents, family, teachers, education, and friends.
I remember the Junior badge for Car Care. My dad had me in the driveway changing the oil and tires on the car. I learned a lot about cars, their care, and got some idea of what to ask or say if I needed to take a car into the shop.
We camped all the time, so I have learned to create a packing list and how to follow it. I know how to prepare recipes, shopping lists, and meals. I know which rice to buy and which one not to get. (We always laugh about that!) I know what to do if the plumbing is bad and how to find firewood, create a fire circle, set-up/start a fire, and how to safely put one out.
I have made lifelong friends. Not only did I meet my BFF, Jill, in Girl Scouts, but I have a ton of other friends I can call on if needed. We could go to lunch, catch up, and it be like no time has passed.
Girl Scouts also gave me the opportunity to spend time with my mom. She was our leader for many years, and I treasure that time we had.
Through skills learned in Girl Scouts and by working along side my mom, I learned to pour concrete, dig holes, move a fence, build a pool deck, fix things that broke around the house, learned who to call when I couldn't, how to sew, and more.
We were put in so many positions to be leaders, make decisions, handle money, make/set plans, and more that lead to skills in today's jobs. I cannot remember learning anything specific, but I know how to work with people, listen, voice my opinions and concerns, and problem solve.
Girl Scouts surrounded me with girls with good morals and ethics. I was never tempted by drugs, alcohol, or anything else that would put me in harm's way. I kept great grades and set goals for myself. Those surrounding me supported me.
I have also had the opportunity to work with girls in 4 different troops since I was in high school. Giving back and helping them to have some of the same experiences I have has been so rewarding.
If you have influence over a young lady in your life, register her for Girl Scouts, find her an amazing troop (or lead it yourself), and help her stay in through high school. You won't regret it!
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
December Girl Scout Meeting--Service Project
One of my seventh graders planned our December meeting. Today, five of our girls worked from 1:00-8:00 making blankets and ponchos. We threw in baking cookies and brownies, and I prepared dinner. They had a blast! They made nine blankets and ten ponchos to donate.
The thing that really struck me was how mature and self-sufficient they are becoming. I helped them get organized and started, and they took off from there. I found myself sitting on the couch watching the news, preparing dinner, sending an email to their parents, snapping a few pics of them working, doing dishes, and more while they worked, talked, and enjoyed their work and company.
During dinner, we had a mature, intelligent conversation that included the topics of politics, immigration, and citizenship. While they finished their final pieces, I listened as they talked about college, careers, and middle school and high school electives.
I am so honored and blessed to be a part of their lives.
Sunday, December 14, 2014
Girl Scout Camping 2014
I didn't realize it until we returned, but with 10-12 days to go before Christmas, we took 9 amazing young ladies Girl Scout camping. We had the best time! They created their SWAP on Friday night, which was connected to their Scouts Own ceremony. They participated in a flag ceremony first thing Saturday morning, did a team building activity, had a great time with archery, learned about structures and bridges with Mad Science, and did a great job with a skit before making S'mores on Saturday evening. They led the camp in a Scouts Own first thing Sunday morning and then went hiking in the drizzle before breaking camp. It was just the best camping experience!
Our girls
(some were not able to join us for camping)
Team Building
Archery
Structures/Bridges
After our Scouts Own
After our final hike
I love this picture of my niece and me!
Saturday, November 15, 2014
More Girl Scouts--Meetings Fall 2014
October:
We met at the beginning of the month to plan our Bridging and Awards Ceremony. Normally, we have the ceremony at the end of the school year or during early June, but we put it off this year. Once the girls decided what they wanted to do for their ceremony, they decorated skulls for Day of the Dead of Día de Muertos. We discuss what the day was, the Mexican culture and the development of the holiday, and then provided the supplies for them to design their own skulls. One of the most exciting parts of the night was that my niece got to join us via Skype. I had mailed her the craft supplies, so she joined in the discussion and then got to do the craft right along with us. All the girls loved that she was joining us.
Two weeks later, we met with their families to perform our ceremony and bridge 4 young ladies from Brownies to Juniors and 3 young ladies from Juniors to Cadettes.
November:
We met twice this month. The first meeting was spent planning meals and beginning discussions around a Scouts Own for our Service Unit Campout in December. We finished the night with the girls creating a Thanksgiving craft.
The second meeting began with our Parent Cookie Meeting/Training and then concluded with the final discussion/plan of the Scouts Own we are leading at the campout next month.
We met at the beginning of the month to plan our Bridging and Awards Ceremony. Normally, we have the ceremony at the end of the school year or during early June, but we put it off this year. Once the girls decided what they wanted to do for their ceremony, they decorated skulls for Day of the Dead of Día de Muertos. We discuss what the day was, the Mexican culture and the development of the holiday, and then provided the supplies for them to design their own skulls. One of the most exciting parts of the night was that my niece got to join us via Skype. I had mailed her the craft supplies, so she joined in the discussion and then got to do the craft right along with us. All the girls loved that she was joining us.
Two weeks later, we met with their families to perform our ceremony and bridge 4 young ladies from Brownies to Juniors and 3 young ladies from Juniors to Cadettes.
November:
We met twice this month. The first meeting was spent planning meals and beginning discussions around a Scouts Own for our Service Unit Campout in December. We finished the night with the girls creating a Thanksgiving craft.
The second meeting began with our Parent Cookie Meeting/Training and then concluded with the final discussion/plan of the Scouts Own we are leading at the campout next month.
Friday, September 19, 2014
1st Girl Scout Meeting of 2014-2015
Tonight, 6 of our 10 girls were able to meet.
We began with a get-to-know you activity (to just catch-up b/c it has been a while since we've been together). They chose a Skittle, and each color was assigned a memory--something more precious than gold, something that makes you feel warm, something that makes you cry, something that makes you laugh, etc. The girls had a great time with this.
We then had them look through ceremonies for Bridging and Investiture and plan their Awards and Bridging Ceremonies, which we will do at the beginning of October.
Finally, they began planning their Bronze/Silver project. With two levels, we are trying to kill two birds with one stone. We will have them do one project to accomplish both Awards.
We filled our time together, they had great conversations, and we can't wait to see what this year holds.
What have you done to kick-off the new Girl Scout year?
We began with a get-to-know you activity (to just catch-up b/c it has been a while since we've been together). They chose a Skittle, and each color was assigned a memory--something more precious than gold, something that makes you feel warm, something that makes you cry, something that makes you laugh, etc. The girls had a great time with this.
We then had them look through ceremonies for Bridging and Investiture and plan their Awards and Bridging Ceremonies, which we will do at the beginning of October.
Finally, they began planning their Bronze/Silver project. With two levels, we are trying to kill two birds with one stone. We will have them do one project to accomplish both Awards.
We filled our time together, they had great conversations, and we can't wait to see what this year holds.
What have you done to kick-off the new Girl Scout year?
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Girl Scout Leadership Appreciation Day
I am so grateful for my BFF and Girl Scout Co-leader. We started our troop 6 years ago to give her daughter and my niece a wonderful Girl Scouting experience. It hasn't been perfect, but each year we do our best. I am so thankful she is always there, for her ideas and experiences, and for her support. I couldn't do it without her.
Do you have an amazing Girl Scout leader or experience?
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