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Since 1912, we’ve built girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.</subtitle><link rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#feed' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/feeds/posts/default'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/'/><link rel='hub' href='http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/'/><link rel='next' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default?start-index=26&max-results=25'/><author><name>Deja</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/08851548687259862279</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><generator version='7.00' uri='http://www.blogger.com'>Blogger</generator><openSearch:totalResults>770</openSearch:totalResults><openSearch:startIndex>1</openSearch:startIndex><openSearch:itemsPerPage>25</openSearch:itemsPerPage><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-8439894569934723943</id><published>2024-09-30T10:24:00.001-05:00</published><updated>2024-10-07T14:42:52.376-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#volunteer"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Troop Year Plans"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Volunteer Tips"/><title type='text'>Unlock a World of Possibilities: Your Guide to Troop Year Planning! </title><content type='html'><p>&nbsp;</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1xPow47osBxL-E6oCxSEXC5nz27KaOsZIzTTvlWUm9u38kTegR_cjLvkjkqJsG82eYb20t-OFCqDmLnQLs_ysnQ12AzFcjZFZvLIZVpGYscQdEJIIOWw_24GhZy5velVtO4rglUErRr_J3EcslM51bjwcf2Gokw8HhllT0G6zwKQoaHM9Pq_FE1QkEso/s1280/24_TroopYearPlans_Blog_3_1280x720_24-08-21%20(1).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1xPow47osBxL-E6oCxSEXC5nz27KaOsZIzTTvlWUm9u38kTegR_cjLvkjkqJsG82eYb20t-OFCqDmLnQLs_ysnQ12AzFcjZFZvLIZVpGYscQdEJIIOWw_24GhZy5velVtO4rglUErRr_J3EcslM51bjwcf2Gokw8HhllT0G6zwKQoaHM9Pq_FE1QkEso/s16000/24_TroopYearPlans_Blog_3_1280x720_24-08-21%20(1).png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Back to troop season is HERE! Are you ready to take your troop on a journey filled with endless possibilities, growth, and unforgettable experiences? Look no further because we have an exciting announcement that will simplify the way you plan out your year: <a href="https://link.girlscouts.org/3Tpy7D2">Troop Year Plans, now include plans for multi-level troops</a>! <br /><br />From Daisies to Ambassadors, our customizable, turnkey plans are designed to meet the needs of every troop, ensuring that each Girl Scout can explore, have fun, thrive, and lead the way. <br /><br />So, what exactly are Troop Year Plans, and how can they benefit you and your troop? Let's dive in: <br /><br />1. Comprehensive Planning Made Easy: Our Troop Year Plans offer a curated selection of our most popular activities, organized for two meetings per month. Whether your troop wants to explore the outdoors, dive into STEM, or engage in community service, these plans have everything you need to keep the girls excited and engaged all year long. <br /><br />2. Badge-Earning Opportunities: With our Troop Year Plans, earning badges has never been simpler or more enjoyable! Each month, you'll find a variety of badge-earning activities that align with the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, empowering girls to develop essential skills and knowledge while earning recognition for their achievements. <br /><br />3. Customizable and Flexible: We understand that every troop is unique, which is why our Troop Year Plans are fully customizable to suit your troop's interests, schedule, and needs. Whether you're organizing a weekend camping trip or a virtual meeting, these plans offer a variety of activities that can be adapted to fit your troop’s needs. Plus, if the girls want to swap an activity for something they enjoy more, they can! It’s all about making the experience fun and tailored to them. <br /><br />4. Print-Friendly and Online Versions: Whether you prefer to flip through pages or access resources digitally, our Troop Year Plans are available in both print-friendly and online formats, making them a convenient companion on all your Girl Scouting adventures. <br /><br />What sets our <a href="https://link.girlscouts.org/3Tpy7D2">Multi-Level Troop Year Plans</a> apart is their inclusivity and flexibility. For troops with girls spanning multiple age levels, this tool is an absolute game-changer. No more struggling to find activities that cater to everyone's needs – our plan seamlessly integrates themes that are suitable for troops with Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors as well as troops with Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors. This will help ensure that every girl in your troop feels valued and included. <br /><br />With our <a href="https://link.girlscouts.org/3Tpy7D2">Troop Year Plans and Multi-Level Troop Year Plans</a> as your guide, you'll be amazed at how simple and rewarding it can be to make a difference in the lives of your Girl Scouts. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or new to Girl Scouting, our plans provide the support and guidance you need to make a meaningful difference in the lives of your Girl Scouts. <br /><br />Together, let's embark on a journey of exploration, growth, and friendship as we guide our Girl Scouts to become their best selves. <br /><br />Are you actively using Troop Year Plans and want to share your experience with us and others? Let us know on social media by tagging @girlscouts. <br /><br />Here's to a great year of adventures ahead! </content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/8439894569934723943'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/8439894569934723943'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2024/09/unlock-world-of-possibilities-your.html' title='Unlock a World of Possibilities: Your Guide to Troop Year Planning! '/><author><name>Camila Garcia-Molina</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/07073791964345648406</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1xPow47osBxL-E6oCxSEXC5nz27KaOsZIzTTvlWUm9u38kTegR_cjLvkjkqJsG82eYb20t-OFCqDmLnQLs_ysnQ12AzFcjZFZvLIZVpGYscQdEJIIOWw_24GhZy5velVtO4rglUErRr_J3EcslM51bjwcf2Gokw8HhllT0G6zwKQoaHM9Pq_FE1QkEso/s72-c/24_TroopYearPlans_Blog_3_1280x720_24-08-21%20(1).png" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-7573708297615093886</id><published>2024-09-14T23:00:00.006-05:00</published><updated>2024-10-07T14:44:36.607-05:00</updated><title type='text'>¡Chicas al Poder! Celebrating the Impact of Hispanic Girl Scouts </title><content type='html'><p>&nbsp;</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_nX0T_0UVyt-KQ6uSqoASq-1sm2OxSczwdXIu68B0eqsZpYegBMJqjeZQ1K5QSvJQDi7iS67V9ErfQYAv9Wi25tjE7PaJ4CaNF03AKFjrOOG1h6X3BdvRkyzkRq5TqBCYzpDu63RRLk2a4hR_3ZJTAAJi5ZX_kAwDQxTnDRWGGMk3h1p1OkjtMhP2fdM/s1200/24_HispanicHeratige_BlogHeader_1200x630_25-04-24.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_nX0T_0UVyt-KQ6uSqoASq-1sm2OxSczwdXIu68B0eqsZpYegBMJqjeZQ1K5QSvJQDi7iS67V9ErfQYAv9Wi25tjE7PaJ4CaNF03AKFjrOOG1h6X3BdvRkyzkRq5TqBCYzpDu63RRLk2a4hR_3ZJTAAJi5ZX_kAwDQxTnDRWGGMk3h1p1OkjtMhP2fdM/s16000/24_HispanicHeratige_BlogHeader_1200x630_25-04-24.jpg" /></a></div><p></p>Hispanic Heritage Month is all about recognizing the vibrant cultures and powerful contributions of Hispanic communities. To celebrate, we’re shining a spotlight on some amazing Hispanic Girl Scouts who are turning their passions into positive change. These stories are proof that when corazón (heart) meets action, incredible things happen. <div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW66791480 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; font-family: &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web&quot;, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW66791480 BCX0" paraeid="{614490f2-2e1c-443e-a030-c88d2ec9a433}{56}" paraid="1208968793" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; font-kerning: none; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; user-select: text; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></p></div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #00b451;"><b>Girl Scout Solana - Elevating Latinx Voices (<a href="https://www.girlscoutsla.org/" target="_blank">Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles</a>)</b></span></h4><div><span style="color: #00b451;"><b><br /></b></span><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUXDbAFZqYR4_kjiK8SpQowy_be1fmAAf72lZGGV39nZhStuTMFdbraPx2ElUtyWdMJeVfXJqliVDAVqV2NVTzSRG6aLiqG-85cl-1pbUKdtrfEKDTqfH4MrvA3wPEpNorE58KIS9K3Y_rYOnMhyphenhyphenDX1JNnoqaHGxvj9bx7yu9HH1FcikHgAcdSbZtcHiU/s1080/4.png"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUXDbAFZqYR4_kjiK8SpQowy_be1fmAAf72lZGGV39nZhStuTMFdbraPx2ElUtyWdMJeVfXJqliVDAVqV2NVTzSRG6aLiqG-85cl-1pbUKdtrfEKDTqfH4MrvA3wPEpNorE58KIS9K3Y_rYOnMhyphenhyphenDX1JNnoqaHGxvj9bx7yu9HH1FcikHgAcdSbZtcHiU/w640-h640/4.png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>“As a Latina and first-generation American, I have always felt a disconnect when it comes to my culture and the lack of representation in South Pasadena,” shared Solana. Determined to change this, Solana dedicated her Gold Award project, “Gracias a la Vida: Latina Voices of South Pasadena,” to uplifting Latinx stories and voices. Through her project, she created a powerful gallery exhibit at the South Pasadena Library, featuring photographic and biographical portraits of twelve Latinas who have made significant contributions to the community. Solana’s work not only celebrated these women but also ensured their stories would continue to educate and inspire through a <a href="https://graciasalavida.squarespace.com/about-1"><span style="color: #00b451;">dedicated website</span></a>. <br /><b><br /><br /><span style="color: #00b451;">Girl Scout Allison - Recycling for a Better Planet and a Brighter (<a href="https://www.gssjc.org/" target="_blank">Girl Scouts of San Jacinto</a>)<br /></span></b><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVAJ9gCJSkQOG7lMjaVhSG7Ghxku9SiaJzVw3QBy0vwFkU6wb3McjKFWb5n8ROjFLePntM7-YEpwYVd1MidSWuKf5eeARcG8MgjlACLTr6UJBgsc38nfC2ky2SMMxaWk4-D99y3GDQq3zhQ97ygSKbO36SlKX9JsI5FM4Pa8vIgb8JohBDzHYhcMMwWm0/s1080/Copy%20of%20Girl%20Story%20Formats%20(3).png"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVAJ9gCJSkQOG7lMjaVhSG7Ghxku9SiaJzVw3QBy0vwFkU6wb3McjKFWb5n8ROjFLePntM7-YEpwYVd1MidSWuKf5eeARcG8MgjlACLTr6UJBgsc38nfC2ky2SMMxaWk4-D99y3GDQq3zhQ97ygSKbO36SlKX9JsI5FM4Pa8vIgb8JohBDzHYhcMMwWm0/w640-h640/Copy%20of%20Girl%20Story%20Formats%20(3).png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Girl Scout Allison from Troop 136351 is making waves with her Girl Scout Bronze Award project, "Recycle and Help the Earth." In her local area, where green recycling bins are lacking, Allison organized a recycling drive and created flyers with recycling tips to educate her community, including the Hispanic community. Her dedication doesn't stop there; for the past three years, she and her family have cleaned a river in their Mexican hometown, collecting bottle caps to donate for free chemotherapy treatments. As Allison shares, "I am not just saving my planet but also saving someone’s life."<br /><br /><span style="color: #00b451;"><b>Girl Scout Sandra - Creating a Mobile Library (<a href="https://www.girlscoutsfl.org/" target="_blank">Girl Scouts of Tropical Florida</a>)</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #00b451;"><b><br /></b></span><div style="text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDV9EaKUHMqgntnxff3X2wmbW7LednFbLyoVZWLzQyryJKr_60JZPvhhvsUe94xC1WSqLoiB5Rgp9GsHCv-CvIT2oRqOVZibV_0iVqCRFM1QIse2FaA4QmWAXQJbDfhV8uCZUGWtEgv3OolA2RorFsfnqRprvNSNc686BOhVcjpAfocRym0UydTaZUgis/w640-h640/5.png" width="640" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Sandra’s journey from Spanish-speaking countries to the United States inspired her Gold Award project, which focused on the importance of preserving cultural heritage. Collaborating with the Mexican Consulate in Miami, Sandra created a mobile library filled with Spanish-language children’s books. This library is a beacon of learning and cultural connection, traveling to local immigrant communities during consulate visits and providing access to books that reflect the children’s heritage. Sandra also worked with a local Mexican Women's Book Club to keep the library stocked and engaged the community through the consulate’s bulletin board and newsletter. <br /><br />These incredible stories from Solana, Allison, and Sandra highlight the strength and impact of our Hispanic Girl Scouts. As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, let's continue to uplift and celebrate these amazing girls. Use #GirlScoutsRock and #HispanicHeritageMonth, tag us at @girlscouts, and let's shine a spotlight on these changemakers who are making the world a better place.<div><br />¡A celebrar!</div></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/7573708297615093886'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/7573708297615093886'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2024/09/chicas-al-poder-celebrating-impact-of.html' title='¡Chicas al Poder! Celebrating the Impact of Hispanic Girl Scouts '/><author><name>Camila Garcia-Molina</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/07073791964345648406</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_nX0T_0UVyt-KQ6uSqoASq-1sm2OxSczwdXIu68B0eqsZpYegBMJqjeZQ1K5QSvJQDi7iS67V9ErfQYAv9Wi25tjE7PaJ4CaNF03AKFjrOOG1h6X3BdvRkyzkRq5TqBCYzpDu63RRLk2a4hR_3ZJTAAJi5ZX_kAwDQxTnDRWGGMk3h1p1OkjtMhP2fdM/s72-c/24_HispanicHeratige_BlogHeader_1200x630_25-04-24.jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-2831535035653662234</id><published>2024-07-30T06:00:00.046-05:00</published><updated>2024-08-02T08:02:15.930-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Athletics"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Badges"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Sports"/><title type='text'>Score Big: Earn Your Athlete Badges with Girl Scouts</title><content type='html'><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-db6k7guhnE0brgXXSE_CRDfMjEELA085cZBtg675-D07o1hyiIAQfhLoAuh8cewrjyzxuHQBI0GPWDpivP8xAXhOMxBgy06vndX5ylgA2_ZPEywxdnTwFzd65sNZ8PO5fHtEzIb4AqBQ9c-gsD9sKfwaukRbwhXJCRGTCP3ymMZctvniWDym-3eiX9g/s1200/Blog%20Header%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-db6k7guhnE0brgXXSE_CRDfMjEELA085cZBtg675-D07o1hyiIAQfhLoAuh8cewrjyzxuHQBI0GPWDpivP8xAXhOMxBgy06vndX5ylgA2_ZPEywxdnTwFzd65sNZ8PO5fHtEzIb4AqBQ9c-gsD9sKfwaukRbwhXJCRGTCP3ymMZctvniWDym-3eiX9g/w640-h336/Blog%20Header%20(1).jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><span id="docs-internal-guid-ae0f7368-7fff-36cb-fb9c-c751d3f2f14a">We selected a few awesome badges for your Girl Scout to earn as the big games take place in Paris! These badges help girls learn how to be team MVPs by mastering the rules and ensuring everyone has a blast playing together. The best part? They get to embrace the Girl Scout Law values like being "Honest &amp; Fair," "Friendly &amp; Helpful," and "Courageous &amp; Strong," just like the superstars in the big games.<br /><br />With these badges, girls dive into health, leadership, learning, and teamwork through sports. While having a ton of fun, staying active, and living their best healthy lives, they earn age-appropriate badges that teach fair play, practicing with purpose, good sportsmanship, cross-training, and coaching. It's all about scoring big on and off the field!</span><div><div><br /></div><div><br /><span><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTrDFy78RmUi_Rp-e_JNRoFWSnxAymZdLhVykSXPPzG_gYXyz8pubW-v04NNDQhHMWY8pC1SvxMHb_ZM-U5Id2zG-7OqjzBAh7aHxI2sx7kNsTmgc8d5vxHN4J5zREOC2Y6WIisIkdjvAzmyv_01tlojRg6LSSZbbF6Wh39qLIMJ1ASQKtKF_8dSy-8DI/s1080/Girl%20Story%20Templates%20+%20HEADLINE.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="274" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTrDFy78RmUi_Rp-e_JNRoFWSnxAymZdLhVykSXPPzG_gYXyz8pubW-v04NNDQhHMWY8pC1SvxMHb_ZM-U5Id2zG-7OqjzBAh7aHxI2sx7kNsTmgc8d5vxHN4J5zREOC2Y6WIisIkdjvAzmyv_01tlojRg6LSSZbbF6Wh39qLIMJ1ASQKtKF_8dSy-8DI/w274-h274/Girl%20Story%20Templates%20+%20HEADLINE.png" width="274" /></a></div><b><a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/Daisy-Petals-Set?utm_campaign=athlete-badge-blog&amp;utm_source=blog.girlscouts.org&amp;utm_medium=referral">Daisy Petals</a> – Daisy</b></div><br />Connect the values of the Girl Scout Law with the spirit of the big games. By earning petals like "Honest &amp; Fair," "Friendly &amp; Helpful," and "Courageous &amp; Strong," Daisies learn the importance of good sportsmanship and teamwork, just like their favorite athletes.</span> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBAToFheQzMvSKwGO3ZL57wthTDyK3zZHyzBp7d0ujldPt-rdvSy4uGHt1vK-pA9Url9zmxL5hrBhu9ebQVhXd5_uYZ-FNxjYjKyPyE0hCYmAl5zNnZgNPWK3YZ36sv1zttXFbTtxUtlkx/s1600/brownie_fair-play_large.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBAToFheQzMvSKwGO3ZL57wthTDyK3zZHyzBp7d0ujldPt-rdvSy4uGHt1vK-pA9Url9zmxL5hrBhu9ebQVhXd5_uYZ-FNxjYjKyPyE0hCYmAl5zNnZgNPWK3YZ36sv1zttXFbTtxUtlkx/s1600/brownie_fair-play_large.png" /></a></div> <div><b><a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/BROWNIE-FAIR-PLAY-BADGE?utm_campaign=athlete-badge-blog&amp;utm_source=blog.girlscouts.org&amp;utm_medium=referral">Fair Play</a> - Brownie</b></div><div><b><br /></b>Playing fair means that everyone has the same chance to play because everyone follows the same rules. That’s what this badge is about. You’ll learn to work together to have the most fun possible. That’s fair play!<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXis7CuQe6x2Wy4NqUpFT_2PVdvGgW7rypMzuyfqd6hFzmu1x16ro0yI-VRe5DhhdUyATBaQrEHH4eZY92T_HihROXonEQrdNVrKcCTOh9bp88yWhXALTroBTMUJpZC2GUsgkUFp21p8QH/s1600/junior_practice-with-purpose_large.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXis7CuQe6x2Wy4NqUpFT_2PVdvGgW7rypMzuyfqd6hFzmu1x16ro0yI-VRe5DhhdUyATBaQrEHH4eZY92T_HihROXonEQrdNVrKcCTOh9bp88yWhXALTroBTMUJpZC2GUsgkUFp21p8QH/s1600/junior_practice-with-purpose_large.png" /></a></div> <b><a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/JUNIOR-PRACTICE-WITH-PURPOSE-BADGE?utm_campaign=athlete-badge-blog&amp;utm_source=blog.girlscouts.org&amp;utm_medium=referral">Practice with Purpose </a>- Junior</b><br /><br />Even the best athletes weren’t born great at sports. They had to practice with purpose. Have fun with these activities as you learn to improve a skill—no matter what track, court, rink, pool, slope, or field you like to play on. Game on! <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq4Hhnyzk1JPqYMG9nEr9pJJZROcu7gmFah9-9hlCS1VckDNeFC7PmzYiTmL3afI6tPZhXyYAh-39C4aSOW-qUelX_LraOKityx8hg4g40uEsX8FUjuHoJMdi_xmJez7xHUR5o_2jWz185/s1600/cadette_good-sportsmanship_large.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq4Hhnyzk1JPqYMG9nEr9pJJZROcu7gmFah9-9hlCS1VckDNeFC7PmzYiTmL3afI6tPZhXyYAh-39C4aSOW-qUelX_LraOKityx8hg4g40uEsX8FUjuHoJMdi_xmJez7xHUR5o_2jWz185/s1600/cadette_good-sportsmanship_large.png" /></a></div> <b><a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/CADETTE-GOOD-SPORTSMANSHIP-BADGE">Good Sportsmanship </a>- Cadette</b><br /><br />It’s good to be an athlete, but the greatest athletes agree it’s just as important to be a good sport. When you make good sportsmanship a habit in games and in life, others want to play with you, hang out with you, and generally live up to your example. So whether you’re a dedicated athlete with a chosen sport or you just like to enjoy an occasional game among friends, this badge will help you have more fun on the field—and off.<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBbhv1yi0KsCsewOuFjMxZtTcdrRsU_gUS33dAHWAzKZDaupcI1jzinKE8vwEnz16EG0DWD8_BBc4bBcGyv3ZUhiMAGI7c9iaYtNApDU9M24LjVKTaLyUKKFFS90mFIKyEdC7njsl1i0e5/s1600/senior_cross-training_large.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBbhv1yi0KsCsewOuFjMxZtTcdrRsU_gUS33dAHWAzKZDaupcI1jzinKE8vwEnz16EG0DWD8_BBc4bBcGyv3ZUhiMAGI7c9iaYtNApDU9M24LjVKTaLyUKKFFS90mFIKyEdC7njsl1i0e5/s1600/senior_cross-training_large.png" /></a></div> <b><a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/SENIOR-CROSS-TRAINING-BADGE?utm_campaign=athlete-badge-blog&amp;utm_source=blog.girlscouts.org&amp;utm_medium=referral">Cross-Training</a> - Senior</b></div><div><br />Whether you’re a competitive athlete, new to exercise, or want to improve your skills in surfing, hiking, or even throwing a Frisbee, this badge will help you customize a cross-training fitness program that’s effective and, most important, fun! The idea of cross-training is to incorporate a variety of cardio, strength, and conditioning exercises into a routine that trains your whole body. Grab your sweatband, and create a plan that’s perfect for your body, mind, and goals.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>&nbsp; <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUptHs4FfuP6S9wHhHPHT0gR_CnMp2FQZlaYVpjy73Mn-vX-MQOa7humRcc2ycSr0KNe1j07Bs8IAw4F4KE-vkG4_ZKMHisBimHRT4xzMySOs_5y6wKZSs_KBMHTVAUvuibxREu-osy9MU/s1600/ambassador_coaching_large.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUptHs4FfuP6S9wHhHPHT0gR_CnMp2FQZlaYVpjy73Mn-vX-MQOa7humRcc2ycSr0KNe1j07Bs8IAw4F4KE-vkG4_ZKMHisBimHRT4xzMySOs_5y6wKZSs_KBMHTVAUvuibxREu-osy9MU/s1600/ambassador_coaching_large.png" /></a></div> <b><a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/AMBASSADOR-COACHING-BADGE?utm_campaign=athlete-badge-blog&amp;utm_source=blog.girlscouts.org&amp;utm_medium=referral">Coaching</a> - Ambassador</b><br /><br />What does it take to motivate a team to accomplish its goals? The best coaches put their answers into action at every practice. In this badge, find your answers and share them! Coaching is an opportunity to share your love of a sport, demonstrate your athletic skills, and to inspire and empower athletes to realize their potential.<br /><br /> <br /><div>Ready to explore more badges? Try the award and badge explorer<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/badge-explorer.html"> here</a>. Don’t forget to join the conversation on social media,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/girlscouts/"> @GirlScouts.</a><br /><br /></div></div></div></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/2831535035653662234'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/2831535035653662234'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2018/02/5-athlete-badges-that-change-girls-lives.html' title='Score Big: Earn Your Athlete Badges with Girl Scouts'/><author><name>Unknown</name><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-db6k7guhnE0brgXXSE_CRDfMjEELA085cZBtg675-D07o1hyiIAQfhLoAuh8cewrjyzxuHQBI0GPWDpivP8xAXhOMxBgy06vndX5ylgA2_ZPEywxdnTwFzd65sNZ8PO5fHtEzIb4AqBQ9c-gsD9sKfwaukRbwhXJCRGTCP3ymMZctvniWDym-3eiX9g/s72-w640-h336-c/Blog%20Header%20(1).jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-5902122214226745361</id><published>2024-07-02T07:00:00.001-05:00</published><updated>2024-07-02T07:00:00.339-05:00</updated><title type='text'>Sing Your Way to Adventure: What Your Favorite Camp Song Reveals About Your Summer Girl Scout Patch</title><content type='html'><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGecAKUB6kdUNT7hBDUwJOVkgM4vGCHGZPsooLVjtl6fMcZ4dlOmlPO8m_8Vguvreqbf6hgiSl6Lg5Z9UotbeXI3dKfDNQXbl1LWoinqSW9PX1uvBwMhh3qSh0eBkE9mokHdK7BKp-8TUyF3hK79dqUuH-Fra6J00et0IfvPAEwdmHsdLx_UgtOxmHOp4/s1200/GS_Social_02_06_24_Blog-Header-1200x630%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGecAKUB6kdUNT7hBDUwJOVkgM4vGCHGZPsooLVjtl6fMcZ4dlOmlPO8m_8Vguvreqbf6hgiSl6Lg5Z9UotbeXI3dKfDNQXbl1LWoinqSW9PX1uvBwMhh3qSh0eBkE9mokHdK7BKp-8TUyF3hK79dqUuH-Fra6J00et0IfvPAEwdmHsdLx_UgtOxmHOp4/s16000/GS_Social_02_06_24_Blog-Header-1200x630%20(2).jpg" /></a></p>Summer is here, and there's no better way to kick it off than with some classic Girl Scout camp songs and with three new Girl Scouts outdoor patches! Whether you’re harmonizing around the campfire or belting out tunes with friends, your favorite camp song can say a lot about the perfect outdoor patch waiting for you. <br /><br />Let's dive into three iconic songs to see what summer adventure is in store for you.<div><br /></div><div><b>1.&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/I1c3lpW8IvA?si=FYhNlhyYYznKa_Ep">"Moon on the Meadow" </a>- Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge</b></div><div>&nbsp;<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/I1c3lpW8IvA?si=LG_1J0bOGNP7ApB6" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><div><br /></div><div>&nbsp;If "Moon on the Meadow" is your go-to campfire jam, you're all about the serene beauty of nature, whether it’s the lush greenery of a park or the thrill of exploring urban trails and rooftop gardens. This song's calming melody and lyrics about the peaceful outdoors reflect your love for spending time in nature, no matter where you are. The <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/girl-scouts-love-the-outdoors-challenge.html?utm_campaign=2024LoveOutdoors&amp;utm_medium=Social_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Outdoorsblog">Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge </a>is perfect for you. With over 50+ fun activities you are sure to have an unforgettable outdoor adventure.<div><br /><i>Did you know: Spending at least <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31197192/">120 minutes a week in nature</a> can improve your mood, focus, and confidence. Whether you're becoming a rockstar at rock climbing or making a splash in neighborhood puddles, this challenge has something for everyone. </i><br /><br /> <b>2.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsg-2coYF9o">"Green Trees”</a> - Girl Scout Tree Promise</b><div><b><br /></b></div><div> <iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zsg-2coYF9o?si=BFaFPC9klhqg4b8s" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe>&nbsp;</div><div>Do you find yourself singing "Green Trees" at the top of your lungs? This classic camp song is all about the beauty and importance of trees in our world. If this song resonates with you, the <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/tree-promise.html?utm_campaign=2024TreePromise&amp;utm_medium=Social_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Outdoorsblog">Girl Scout Tree Promise</a> is calling your name. <br /><br />Did you know? <i>All over the world, deforestation and climate change are damaging our planet. Trees help cool communities, provide habitat for wildlife, clean water, and remove air pollution.</i> Learn more in the Tree Promise Activity Guide and join Girl Scouts to plant, protect, and honor trees, making the world a better place. Let’s sow seeds of change TOGETHER! <br /><br /><b>3.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mol3KKfnkJk">"I Love the Mountains"</a> - Girl Scouts Love State Parks</b></div><div><b><br /></b> <iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Mol3KKfnkJk?si=K-ECbpMH490AXEB9" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe>&nbsp;</div><div>If "I Love the Mountains" gets your heart pumping, you're all about the grand adventures and breathtaking vistas that state parks offer. This song's lyrics about hills, mountains, and the joys of nature hint at your love for exploring vast landscapes. The <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/ways-to-participate/camp-and-outdoors/love-state-parks.html?utm_campaign=2024LoveStateParks&amp;utm_medium=Social_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Outdoorsblog">Girl Scouts Love State Parks patch</a> is just for you. <br /><br />Mark your calendar for September 14 and 15 and get ready to explore your local state parks during the Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend! Participate in self-guided tours, family hikes, watersports, stargazing, and more. Whether you're joining in person or virtually, a free passport activity sheet will guide you toward adventure while fostering a clean environment for everyone to enjoy. <br /><br />Did you know? <i>Spending time in <a href="https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/hsph-in-the-news/time-spent-in-nature-can-boost-physical-and-mental-well-being/">green spaces</a> has been linked with many physical and mental health benefits. </i><br /><br /><b>So, What’s Your Favorite Girl Scout Camp Song? </b><br /><br />Let your favorite camp song lead you to new experiences, friendships, and programs. Grab your gear, tune up those vocal cords, and let’s make this summer the best one yet with Girl Scouts. 🌟🌲🎶 <br /><br />Ready to share your adventure? Take to social media all summer long and use<b> #gsOutdoors</b> to join the fun! </div></div></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/5902122214226745361'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/5902122214226745361'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2024/07/sing-your-way-to-adventure-what-your.html' title='Sing Your Way to Adventure: What Your Favorite Camp Song Reveals About Your Summer Girl Scout Patch'/><author><name>Camila Garcia-Molina</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/07073791964345648406</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGecAKUB6kdUNT7hBDUwJOVkgM4vGCHGZPsooLVjtl6fMcZ4dlOmlPO8m_8Vguvreqbf6hgiSl6Lg5Z9UotbeXI3dKfDNQXbl1LWoinqSW9PX1uvBwMhh3qSh0eBkE9mokHdK7BKp-8TUyF3hK79dqUuH-Fra6J00et0IfvPAEwdmHsdLx_UgtOxmHOp4/s72-c/GS_Social_02_06_24_Blog-Header-1200x630%20(2).jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-4315494607468057062</id><published>2024-05-14T11:23:00.000-05:00</published><updated>2024-05-14T11:23:19.840-05:00</updated><title type='text'> Spring Bridging Ceremony Ideas We Can’t Stop Thinking About</title><content type='html'>For moms, dads, grads, and beyond, spring celebrations are starting to pop up everywhere this time of year, especially in the world of Girl Scouts. As the troop year ends and <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/ways-to-participate/camp-and-outdoors/campfinder.html">summer camp season</a> is on the horizon, Girl Scouts of all ages look back on a great year of adventures and look forward to endless opportunities. For many troops, this means it’s time for a bridging ceremony!<div><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikG4_6ocHF_Dn5LWY29rj4WgaaIT7doWNHlXDoKC4YHMD9pti0Z8V7zFtAPlDtGTAQqqQdY3lU6MFlLeN-PamR0lT6wn-_HbZ76pKUcHNwxNLLEmRBAvf3SHpluDYvaKoXdwmdEGAGLYnbl3j-BA2BzQ3YZEM_wuhHepagi98NaGeBP9xcI4eTZjNOfnAc/s1200/1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="342" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikG4_6ocHF_Dn5LWY29rj4WgaaIT7doWNHlXDoKC4YHMD9pti0Z8V7zFtAPlDtGTAQqqQdY3lU6MFlLeN-PamR0lT6wn-_HbZ76pKUcHNwxNLLEmRBAvf3SHpluDYvaKoXdwmdEGAGLYnbl3j-BA2BzQ3YZEM_wuhHepagi98NaGeBP9xcI4eTZjNOfnAc/w651-h342/1.png" width="651" /></a><br /><br />Most popularly celebrated in the spring, bridging in the Girl Scout world is a fabulous reason to celebrate your Girl Scout troop’s achievements and look forward to the new adventures, discoveries, and, yes, badges that await at the next level. A bridging ceremony usually has an opening ceremony that includes reading the Girl Scout Promise and Law, a literal or figurative crossing of a bridge, and a friendship circle closing. But the experience is totally dependent on what is important to the bridging Girl Scouts. <br /><br />Many troops choose to combine their bridging ceremonies with other exciting milestones like investiture (welcoming new Girl Scouts) or rededications (committing to another year of Girl Scouting at the same level) so everyone can celebrate together. It’s also a great time to recognize Girl Scouts who have earned one of the <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/highest-awards.html">Highest Awards</a>: the Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award.<br /><br />No matter what you’re celebrating this spring, the Girl Scout Shop has what you need to mark the occasion. Leveling up? <a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/girls/girl-scout-kits/bridging-kits?utm_campaign=bridging_blog_post&amp;utm_source=girl_scout_blog&amp;utm_medium=referral">Check out bridging kits,</a>&nbsp;including certificates and all the new patches, badges, and membership pieces you’ll need for your new uniform. <br /><br />Speaking of that new uniform, did you know <a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/new/customized-girl-scout-uniforms?utm_campaign=bridging_blog_post&amp;utm_source=girl_scout_blog&amp;utm_medium=referral">you can order that fresh vest or sash already customized for your Girl Scout?</a>&nbsp;One less thing to worry about before the big day! <br /><br />Don’t forget your number one celebration accessory...your Girl Scout membership! <a href="https://mygs.girlscouts.org/?registration=true">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/get-involved/become-a-girl-scout.html">join today</a> to take part in the festivities near you and get ready for your next year of adventure.</div><div><br /><h2 style="text-align: left;">Bridging Celebration Ideas</h2><div><br /></div><div>No one throws a party like a Girl Scout troop! As with most things in the Girl Scout world, being girl-led is key, and we are 100 percent here for self-expression. Here are a few party tricks developed by troops and volunteers that live in our minds rent free.</div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Girl Scout Glow Up</h3>Opting for a nighttime ceremony, Troop 723 from Girl Scouts of Caribe in Puerto Rico celebrated their bridging and rededication in neon style to reflect their bright future as they continue their Girl Scout journey.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgryv2d-XSMLZiNjgaRX3qIi5PWJ4KvaIFmCsd45k6Cbq2n0d71Qa5rKTiUA-Wl2gCY3frG-pzIn2Chg_plf0bzpfS47jXAZDQGuzOgnZ-i2VZe7SHzT_uIq2D689CWwiZHt4Iq_SMICgapiCs6FmpP5Qx4xZ8wrwuTUo8eUlRkplyIZ59aedTusk4W_raw/s1200/2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="338" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgryv2d-XSMLZiNjgaRX3qIi5PWJ4KvaIFmCsd45k6Cbq2n0d71Qa5rKTiUA-Wl2gCY3frG-pzIn2Chg_plf0bzpfS47jXAZDQGuzOgnZ-i2VZe7SHzT_uIq2D689CWwiZHt4Iq_SMICgapiCs6FmpP5Qx4xZ8wrwuTUo8eUlRkplyIZ59aedTusk4W_raw/w643-h338/2.png" width="643" /></a></div><br /><div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Haunted House Bridging...Wait, WHAT?</h3><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Really putting the ‘fearless’ in fearless leaders, Troop 4357 from Girl Scouts of Northeast Kansas and Northwest Missouri visited one of the oldest haunted houses in the country to conduct their bridging ceremony on the spookiest bridge they could find.</div></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihUlr3ECKdZlVI1EED8gOH_3xo0F_OHxOEUAqvR1q8HPX24DCa8M9YapMTJXCM1e44l0GZr2o_FwHbau1n8Mtz_2RMT8nukCcYfVezRtvSdZB1o9hScCBajtrcZqjgKcCuLpvgl28Vd3VO6mhBCnRuZ26in6KX9f3YFbl-_HT9LkcMxnqiGL0h90wYKd9U/s1200/3.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="334" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihUlr3ECKdZlVI1EED8gOH_3xo0F_OHxOEUAqvR1q8HPX24DCa8M9YapMTJXCM1e44l0GZr2o_FwHbau1n8Mtz_2RMT8nukCcYfVezRtvSdZB1o9hScCBajtrcZqjgKcCuLpvgl28Vd3VO6mhBCnRuZ26in6KX9f3YFbl-_HT9LkcMxnqiGL0h90wYKd9U/w635-h334/3.png" width="635" /></a></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Flying Onward and Upward </h3>Leveling up with a touch of whimsy, this troop’s matching wings have our hearts totally fluttering.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSDcczLm2bU1fb-Cq6URwDmoc2pRyJdHD3dkAWkupNJ8xm3R89-AnkzgBhWC8ZjBLmO41tVcn-rPGmqpgK3b7DGGvO243goK8b_MUEjcQT6TqcJRTsKQgpd3EgU-Cthgr7qySJZYGbSNY2icrhWsOffSt87ei7KHUYzqWfHwLB34wjYTjQlisvwfKQ8gAk/s1200/4.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="338" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSDcczLm2bU1fb-Cq6URwDmoc2pRyJdHD3dkAWkupNJ8xm3R89-AnkzgBhWC8ZjBLmO41tVcn-rPGmqpgK3b7DGGvO243goK8b_MUEjcQT6TqcJRTsKQgpd3EgU-Cthgr7qySJZYGbSNY2icrhWsOffSt87ei7KHUYzqWfHwLB34wjYTjQlisvwfKQ8gAk/w645-h338/4.png" width="645" /></a></div><div><br /><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">Iconic (Literal) Bridging</h3>Some troops think BIG when it comes to bridging by incorporating major landmarks into their celebration, like these NYC Girl Scouts crossing the Brooklyn Bridge. Many councils plan similar events this time of year; be sure to check out opportunities in your area.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyEHyfipWAKWLE1wMqa1V6-mt-tyvQ1h8SAL1aeBA32KZQ3f5oTI4l8U2QWWHOqiiDiZ69LF4-W9mm_R3CtcZywMgWKxUU562LBNwm60HjsG7IN7asEUTRtXzhS0S509XnjFVNZ25Wj8Qf0QOAP5HhSbzpPN4rVc49NdXjU0ToMkYtYIWwyKbNkE_WGQGZ/s1200/5.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="380" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyEHyfipWAKWLE1wMqa1V6-mt-tyvQ1h8SAL1aeBA32KZQ3f5oTI4l8U2QWWHOqiiDiZ69LF4-W9mm_R3CtcZywMgWKxUU562LBNwm60HjsG7IN7asEUTRtXzhS0S509XnjFVNZ25Wj8Qf0QOAP5HhSbzpPN4rVc49NdXjU0ToMkYtYIWwyKbNkE_WGQGZ/w724-h380/5.png" width="724" /></a></div><br /><div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Say It with Sweets</h3>Fact: You don’t have to be a master baker to make a truly memorable bridging treat. Getting creative with candy, cakes, and (of course) brownies adds an especially sweet touch to your gathering.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYghSjQ-eO6sVS6hvFlie_m7lddOuDtA3d-T9k7beIXU_Fho80guHqCKutJu1Ur2mDLfNOguhmHfqLinbWGn50m1rdkdFPJnTV9UO3PqZ6jjjGQ0z4-DFmkJVQ_w8C6A8J9KOjsd5PjIymv-4-CQXB5lu5xunKZNAvnLmey_eU-xAresqEAehtAYGbhp1q/s1200/6.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="359" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYghSjQ-eO6sVS6hvFlie_m7lddOuDtA3d-T9k7beIXU_Fho80guHqCKutJu1Ur2mDLfNOguhmHfqLinbWGn50m1rdkdFPJnTV9UO3PqZ6jjjGQ0z4-DFmkJVQ_w8C6A8J9KOjsd5PjIymv-4-CQXB5lu5xunKZNAvnLmey_eU-xAresqEAehtAYGbhp1q/w683-h359/6.png" width="683" /></a></div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br />Crossing the Ultimate Bridge: Becoming a Volunteer</h3><div><a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/get-involved/alums/beyond-ambassadors.html">For graduating Girl Scouts</a>, the fun doesn’t have to stop! There are so many ways to stay involved. You can support your favorite camp in the summers, start a <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/get-involved/alums/campus-girl-scouts.html">Campus Girl Scouts</a> club at your college or level up to the navy blue vest and <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/get-involved/become-a-volunteer.html">become a volunteer or troop leader</a>!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWJ5YJkm-84uIHM301BlBVa96t61wSsd3OOpJIQJQF59a77rp5YBB78tBvi7rxff5mPNBcRrFW0mb0-faOLOUlUyCVoRc3j0RL6KnkRmGsgOmlI01DHemikxCVPO2Ls_ZNI5kwcDSVhebGOPKfZ0X0J6USWquIdjeayhjqKQPhT7OXbEggFsPZMvle8062/s1200/7.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="319" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWJ5YJkm-84uIHM301BlBVa96t61wSsd3OOpJIQJQF59a77rp5YBB78tBvi7rxff5mPNBcRrFW0mb0-faOLOUlUyCVoRc3j0RL6KnkRmGsgOmlI01DHemikxCVPO2Ls_ZNI5kwcDSVhebGOPKfZ0X0J6USWquIdjeayhjqKQPhT7OXbEggFsPZMvle8062/w608-h319/7.png" width="608" /></a></div><br />&nbsp;<br />Don’t forget, as a recent graduate, you can get a major discount on a <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/support-us/invest/lifetime-membership.html">Girl Scout lifetime membership</a> so you can stay connected for life! (Pro tip for parents: it makes a great graduation gift!)</div><br /></div></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/4315494607468057062'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/4315494607468057062'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2024/05/spring-bridging-ceremony-ideas-we-cant.html' title=' Spring Bridging Ceremony Ideas We Can’t Stop Thinking About'/><author><name>Rebecca Romzek</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/01464562355146863543</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='25' height='32' src='//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxmquiX77TgJ6zv4DU2OAx1u94iBvz5h-Yka8YiT45l761bbrRmQc0ZWBCes_0i3LXe_qVG73ezeyJbb3uFNzrfS9VKjXl46Tu5V4q6Uix_0G5b4FrTzROyoyWgssHZV4/s220/profile+picture.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikG4_6ocHF_Dn5LWY29rj4WgaaIT7doWNHlXDoKC4YHMD9pti0Z8V7zFtAPlDtGTAQqqQdY3lU6MFlLeN-PamR0lT6wn-_HbZ76pKUcHNwxNLLEmRBAvf3SHpluDYvaKoXdwmdEGAGLYnbl3j-BA2BzQ3YZEM_wuhHepagi98NaGeBP9xcI4eTZjNOfnAc/s72-w651-h342-c/1.png" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-6455911220719521268</id><published>2024-05-09T12:19:00.004-05:00</published><updated>2024-05-10T08:26:00.352-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#badges"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Mental Health"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Mental Health Awareness"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Mental Health Awareness Month"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Mental Health Matters"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Mental Wellness"/><title type='text'>Friendship Matters: How We Can Tackle Loneliness to Boost Confidence Among Girls</title><content type='html'><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjItaLg0O6FmoFDXb0ZZIa7Lq0AfgtG1njwhCX-N2fPRc-bPH8LCrzQDXyXmfwktX_umenSW9KyMrI9zRx4aYE0cgzv_hUktn9pL78wPcUuIvOilv4uZ8HGdOIERZKWOYqQeQ8h_18PTMQPpKRcEwE4UKQOIiqoVP4i559hSoYfqTNJnxLSGtixihqRaVw/s1200/24_MentalWellness_BlogHeader_1200x630_2_24-05-06.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjItaLg0O6FmoFDXb0ZZIa7Lq0AfgtG1njwhCX-N2fPRc-bPH8LCrzQDXyXmfwktX_umenSW9KyMrI9zRx4aYE0cgzv_hUktn9pL78wPcUuIvOilv4uZ8HGdOIERZKWOYqQeQ8h_18PTMQPpKRcEwE4UKQOIiqoVP4i559hSoYfqTNJnxLSGtixihqRaVw/w640-h336/24_MentalWellness_BlogHeader_1200x630_2_24-05-06.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Did you know that as girls grow older, they often start to feel lonelier and less confident? Yup! It’s true. Experts have long discussed the impact of loneliness and social isolation on peoples’ well-being, including mental, emotional, and physical health. The U.S. Surgeon General has even called loneliness an epidemic. In recent years, girls have been disproportionately affected by mental health issues—it’s no wonder they’re not immune to the loneliness epidemic, either. It’s time we dive into this.<div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB4xyc89UksIKlwmQc2Kkqm5VHO0DzAOH1mVlIg8jYxZ4gl4i1J1CwH03aOkV0d7CtIgB0NPCPq4X3GaVJRwk1cfFCKFHD5wwNPGOTjpI44E38Zn_MydXs3Cos4H82OXTMnKtiQA7CuJAfHqCvvnWhQY870kEp8_RMjNgvD21iTbzbs5C_Z6z3tPaJrms/s7952/24MentalWellness_Photo%20(100).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5304" data-original-width="7952" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB4xyc89UksIKlwmQc2Kkqm5VHO0DzAOH1mVlIg8jYxZ4gl4i1J1CwH03aOkV0d7CtIgB0NPCPq4X3GaVJRwk1cfFCKFHD5wwNPGOTjpI44E38Zn_MydXs3Cos4H82OXTMnKtiQA7CuJAfHqCvvnWhQY870kEp8_RMjNgvD21iTbzbs5C_Z6z3tPaJrms/w640-h426/24MentalWellness_Photo%20(100).jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>We set out to learn more about loneliness and how it affects girls by sending out a survey. And guess what? The results were eye-opening. Nearly 70 percent of girls ages five through 13 experience loneliness. And, as feelings of loneliness increase, self-confidence decreases.</div><div><br />But there was a bit of encouraging news, and it has to do with the power of friendship.<br /><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b>Here’s what we learned:</b></h3><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b>Loneliness Increases with Age:</b> Survey results show that loneliness escalates as girls get older. 64 percent of girls ages five through seven, 67 percent of girls ages eight through ten, and 73 percent of girls ages 11 through 13 reported feelings of loneliness.</li><li><b>As Loneliness Grows, Confidence Drops:</b> While 86 percent of girls ages five through seven expressed beliefs in their ability to tackle challenges, this figure drops to 80 percent among girls ages eight through ten and even down to 73 percent among 11 through 13-year-old girls.</li><li><b>Friendship Is a Confidence Booster: </b>Companionship helps girls try things they wouldn’t otherwise do alone. For more than half of the girls surveyed, having a friend by their side encourages them to try new things (52 percent) like talk to a new kid (52 percent); 50 percent would join a new group with a friend.</li><li><b>Girls Prefer Real Interactions to Screen Time:</b> Most girls would prefer to be creative (63 percent), go outside and play (59 percent), or spend time with their family (59 percent) rather than spend all their time on screens. Despite the ubiquity of digital devices, these results point to girls’ desires for a range of authentic experiences and interpersonal connections.</li></ul>These findings highlight the importance of supporting young girls in building meaningful connections and boosting their confidence. With that in mind, Girl Scouts has programming meant to tackle the specific issues today’s girls face, thanks in part to amazing partners like the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.<br /><br />Our amazing<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/mental-health-wellness-inclusivity-badges.html?utm_campaign=MentalWellness&amp;utm_medium=Social_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog"> mental wellness resources and programming</a> were specifically developed to support girls, Girl Scout council staff, and adult volunteers as they learn about mental wellness, behavioral issues, and healthy habits. Through our mental wellness programming, girls across the country are given the tools to effectively identify and communicate their emotions, offer support to their friends, and seek help from trusted adults in their community.<br /><br />And we know a thing or two about helping girls build lasting friendships and their self-confidence!<br /><br />Girl Scouts offers programming that can help all of us address the loneliness epidemic.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFQv1Q1RJJpisk6mr4VW6Z1uh9om0VTwLBFpPPejwHnW8_VMy1NqEiq4s1qcW0nT3vWCrzX3Oc11yDiYm7pejmiJsSI_zndjMz6jaiJtv7a7-HZneFC8-78atB7e_WRk7z3HzUBVjcYFr2v5KqSRgxsDA6JUa6pjsPTiaU8Ek-6kfSDbJJJ-7b80J3oU0/s7952/24MentalWellness_Photo%20(25).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5304" data-original-width="7952" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFQv1Q1RJJpisk6mr4VW6Z1uh9om0VTwLBFpPPejwHnW8_VMy1NqEiq4s1qcW0nT3vWCrzX3Oc11yDiYm7pejmiJsSI_zndjMz6jaiJtv7a7-HZneFC8-78atB7e_WRk7z3HzUBVjcYFr2v5KqSRgxsDA6JUa6pjsPTiaU8Ek-6kfSDbJJJ-7b80J3oU0/w640-h426/24MentalWellness_Photo%20(25).jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b>Girl Scouts Mental Wellness Programs for Girls:</b></h3><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/mental-health-wellness-inclusivity-badges.html?utm_campaign=MentalWellness&amp;utm_medium=Social_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Resilient. Ready. Strong. Patch Program</a></li><ul><li>Have you heard about the awesome Resilient. Ready. Strong patch program designed for ALL grade levels? Launched in 2021, this program is all about boosting confidence and tackling challenges heads-on with easy and fun activities and help girls boost their resilience and learn skills to lift their moods when they need it.</li></ul><li><a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/mental-health-wellness-inclusivity-badges.html?utm_campaign=MentalWellness&amp;utm_medium=Social_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Mental Wellness Patch Program</a></li><ul><li>Picture this: A special program for Girl Scout Juniors through Ambassadors (grades 4–12), packed with practical tips for handling tricky emotions. We’re talking about helping girls identify and tackle their feelings while encouraging help-seeking behavior through the “Finding My Voice,” “Showing Up for Me and You,” and “Knowing My Emotions” patches.</li></ul><li><a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/brownie-making-friends-badge-requirements">Making Friends</a></li><ul><li>Brownie troop leaders and caregivers, listen up! Our Making Friends badge program is your Brownies’ ticket to friendship success. From mastering introductions to showing the people in their lives they care and, of course, having a blast together, we’ve got Brownies covered!</li></ul></ul><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b>Girl Scouts Mental Wellness Programs for Adults:</b></h3><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/support-us/invest/our-partners/national-council-mental-wellbeing.html?utm_campaign=MentalWellness&amp;utm_medium=Social_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA)</a></li><ul><li>Created for council staff, troop leaders, and volunteers, YMHFA delivers vital information to better support youth mental well-being and address common mental health and substance use challenges. Don’t miss out on this amazing resource!</li></ul><li><a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/mental-health-wellness-inclusivity-badges.html?utm_campaign=MentalWellness&amp;utm_medium=Social_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Mental Wellness 101</a></li><ul><li>Attention troop leaders and adult volunteers! This training program equips you with the knowledge and tools to promote mental wellness within the Girl Scout community. So important!</li></ul></ul>To learn more about our programs, this data, or to sign up for Girl Scouts, head to <a href="http://girlscouts.org">girlscouts.org</a>. Join the conversation on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/girlscouts/"> social media</a>. Tag us @girlscouts.<br /></div></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/6455911220719521268'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/6455911220719521268'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2024/05/friendship-matters-how-we-can-tackle.html' title='Friendship Matters: How We Can Tackle Loneliness to Boost Confidence Among Girls'/><author><name>Girl Scouts of the USA</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/00544975476634405212</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjItaLg0O6FmoFDXb0ZZIa7Lq0AfgtG1njwhCX-N2fPRc-bPH8LCrzQDXyXmfwktX_umenSW9KyMrI9zRx4aYE0cgzv_hUktn9pL78wPcUuIvOilv4uZ8HGdOIERZKWOYqQeQ8h_18PTMQPpKRcEwE4UKQOIiqoVP4i559hSoYfqTNJnxLSGtixihqRaVw/s72-w640-h336-c/24_MentalWellness_BlogHeader_1200x630_2_24-05-06.jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-5345394174869405899</id><published>2024-04-22T08:00:00.002-05:00</published><updated>2024-04-22T08:44:09.969-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#Partnership"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="GM"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Tree Promise"/><title type='text'>Girl Scout Tree Promise: Growing a Greener Future Together! </title><content type='html'><br /><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM1-Sye-O0pQgPQXP3eZ-cDGs55X9d298K7qwpgsNLbty_QHVjdullwf-AhF_p4VRxHQ2ZEbo1tW4sokX6LmiROfUVaDxriixwghbgoswwobi4LsX_D6ZHAToFJmCTrtvdons-wk2S_b0UrUPR6JjkW379-agWhv8K_hGu3uXpUrRfFrkIHUxl-KKuAyA/s2400/24_TreePromise_BlogHeaders_1200x630_Final%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1260" data-original-width="2400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM1-Sye-O0pQgPQXP3eZ-cDGs55X9d298K7qwpgsNLbty_QHVjdullwf-AhF_p4VRxHQ2ZEbo1tW4sokX6LmiROfUVaDxriixwghbgoswwobi4LsX_D6ZHAToFJmCTrtvdons-wk2S_b0UrUPR6JjkW379-agWhv8K_hGu3uXpUrRfFrkIHUxl-KKuAyA/s16000/24_TreePromise_BlogHeaders_1200x630_Final%20(1).jpg" /></a></div> <div><br /></div>When Girl Scouts come together, their collective power knows no bounds. It's a force that transcends individual efforts and creates waves of positive change. Now, imagine channeling this collective strength towards a cause that helps the planet. Say hello to the Girl Scout Tree Promise! <br /><br />The long-standing Girl Scout Tree Promise program has new and improved guidance to ensure it’s easier than ever to take action. Join us as we plant, protect, and honor trees, to create positive change and make the world a better place. <br /><br />Made possible by General Motors, participants will learn to protect natural resources, be advocates for causes they believe in, and work as a team—all while having fun with friends and family. <br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b><b><span style="color: #00ae58;">Why Trees Matter Everywhere</span></b></h3><div><b><span style="color: #00ae58;"><br /></span></b></div>Deforestation is hurting our planet. Trees help reduce pollution, prevent erosion, take carbon out of the air, and so much more. When forests are cut down, not as much carbon is removed from the atmosphere, creating last climate effects such as severe weather. But fear not, because Girl Scouts are on a mission to make a difference! <br /><br />Girl Scouts worldwide have pledged to take 5 million actions to address climate change. Already, Girl Scouts and friends have planted trees, protected new trees and existing tree cover, engaged with citizen science projects, and honored trees. They’ve even acted to raise their voices for the environment at conferences and in their communities. But our work is far from over—we need your help!</div><div><br /></div><div><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="684" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgsgstx%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0yAKHtw4UiGpqJiRwb5VttEFFarwd74oxyJfa96e7iZn1CzZCHYcrBFmmgxkLg21dl&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe>&nbsp;</div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #00ae58;"><b>How to Make a Difference with the Girl Scout Tree Promise</b></span></h3><div><span style="color: #00ae58;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div>By completing the <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/tree-promise.html?utm_campaign=2024TreePromise&amp;utm_medium=Web_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Girl Scout Tree Promise</a>, you not only contribute to a greener planet but also unlock a special patch. Here’s your road map: <br /><br />Make the Girl Scout Tree Promise: From Daisies to Ambassadors, every member and friend of Girl Scouts can get involved. Make the Tree Promise and explore the fascinating ways trees make our world a better place. <br /><br />Plant, Protect, or Honor Trees: Download the <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/tree-promise.html?utm_campaign=2024TreePromise&amp;utm_medium=Web_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Activity and Volunteer Guides</a> for background information, instructions, and ideas on how you can take action. <br /><br /><span style="color: #00ae58;">Plant: </span>A seemingly small act with a colossal impact. Whether through Girl Scouts, with your community, or even by hosting your own tree-planting, every tree counts. Log your efforts in the <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/tree-promise.html?utm_campaign=2024TreePromise&amp;utm_medium=Web_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Girl Scout Tree Promise Tracker</a> and create a care plan to nurture your planted trees. <br /><br /><span style="color: #00ae58;">Protect:</span> Deforestation is a global issue. Protect existing trees to ensure our ecosystems thrive. Trees need our help, especially in the face of threats like wildfires, disease, and climate change. <br /><br /><span style="color: #00ae58;">Honor: </span>Deepen your connection with nature by learning about and appreciating local trees. 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By making the Girl Scout Tree Promise, you become an essential part of a collective effort to create a better future. Let’s grow a greener world together—one tree at a time! <b><span style="color: #00ae58;">#GirlScoutTreePromise</span></b></div><div><b><span style="color: #00ae58;"></span></b><span style="color: #00ae58;"><b><br /></b></span><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: #00ae58;">More Ways to Make a Difference and Keep the Fun Going!</span></b></h3><div><b><span style="color: #00ae58;"><br /></span></b></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Earn a <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/badge-explorer.html?utm_campaign=2024TreePromise&amp;utm_medium=Web_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">badge</a> about trees or the environment.</li><li>Complete a citizen science project through <a href="https://scistarter.org/girlscouts-info">SciStarter</a>.</li><li>Take on the <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/girl-scout-climate-challenge.html?utm_campaign=2024TreePromise&amp;utm_medium=Web_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Girl Scouts Climate Challenge</a> or the <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/girl-scouts-love-the-outdoors-challenge.html?utm_campaign=2024TreePromise&amp;utm_medium=Web_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge</a>.</li><li>Do a <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/ways-to-participate/take-action.html?utm_campaign=2024TreePromise&amp;utm_medium=Web_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">community service or Take Action project</a> with your troop.</li><li>Earn the Community Service bar by volunteering for a local environmental group.</li><li>Go on a <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/ways-to-participate/Travel/destinations.html?utm_campaign=2024TreePromise&amp;utm_medium=Web_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Destinations</a> trip, <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fforgirls.girlscouts.org%2Ftravel%2Fresources%2Fguide-to-U.S.-travel%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7CKMcKenna%40girlscouts.org%7C11aa594945624cab8f8c08d77ce87741%7Cd1c1cd27efe24fe8a12914d0a91c2139%7C0%7C0%7C637115210177810238&amp;sdata=QhdjNWfdOA8V0fNTCKo3WgD0ciDIvwTW02xa5vbDbAY%3D&amp;reserved=0">a troop trip</a>, or any trip that involves trees or environmental stewardship.</li><li>Visit a state park as part of <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/ways-to-participate/camp-and-outdoors/love-state-parks.html?utm_campaign=2024TreePromise&amp;utm_medium=Web_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Girl Scouts Love State Parks</a> every September.</li><li>Attend a climate-focused event in your community, at your Girl Scout council, or at your local state park.</li><li>Earn the Silver and/or Gold Torch awards by supporting an organization that works on tree protection.</li><li>Do a <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/highest-awards.html?utm_campaign=2024TreePromise&amp;utm_medium=Web_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Highest Awards</a> project to help the planet.</li></ul><br /><br /><div>Made possible by General Motors and the Elliott Wildlife Values Project.<br />Special thanks to American Forests, the Arbor Day Foundation, and SciStarter. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/5345394174869405899'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/5345394174869405899'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2024/04/girl-scout-tree-promise-growing-greener.html' title='Girl Scout Tree Promise: Growing a Greener Future Together! '/><author><name>Camila Garcia-Molina</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/07073791964345648406</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM1-Sye-O0pQgPQXP3eZ-cDGs55X9d298K7qwpgsNLbty_QHVjdullwf-AhF_p4VRxHQ2ZEbo1tW4sokX6LmiROfUVaDxriixwghbgoswwobi4LsX_D6ZHAToFJmCTrtvdons-wk2S_b0UrUPR6JjkW379-agWhv8K_hGu3uXpUrRfFrkIHUxl-KKuAyA/s72-c/24_TreePromise_BlogHeaders_1200x630_Final%20(1).jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-5392859965040231095</id><published>2024-04-16T08:28:00.007-05:00</published><updated>2024-04-16T08:31:20.776-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#CharlesSchwab"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#FinancialEmpowerment"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#FinancialLiteracy"/><title type='text'>Financial Literacy Month: Unlocking Money Smarts All Year Long</title><content type='html'><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfIWOXCUQxhrjU3wdNcV5q-30oiwsRJmUk-4fOyJsTtHugKist3glPMpewChDzmHNu38i8X7lq1E3PSvFKMIi2TRepgpYnS5Ra8jX3LKFaMEBaZrUn52h7MFYQWBS-QHdDplIrpz8BA7x-19G37cuSdCSmqFk-KKMdD9qxcrZEHhOm2JHjFDkU5vPWgCM/s1200/24_FinancialLiteracy_BlogHeader_1200x630_Final.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfIWOXCUQxhrjU3wdNcV5q-30oiwsRJmUk-4fOyJsTtHugKist3glPMpewChDzmHNu38i8X7lq1E3PSvFKMIi2TRepgpYnS5Ra8jX3LKFaMEBaZrUn52h7MFYQWBS-QHdDplIrpz8BA7x-19G37cuSdCSmqFk-KKMdD9qxcrZEHhOm2JHjFDkU5vPWgCM/w640-h336/24_FinancialLiteracy_BlogHeader_1200x630_Final.jpg" /></a><div><br /><a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/entrepreneurship-financial-literacy-activities.html">Financial Literacy Month</a> is here, and it's time to celebrate. 🎉<br /><br />This April, caregivers and volunteers, it's your chance to team up and help Girl Scouts master some serious money know-how. Girls have big dreams about their education, careers, and financial success. With our support, they have the tools to reach for the stars. Rest assured! You don't need to be a financial whiz to help them reach their goals and set them on a path of financial empowerment. Let's dive in and see how you can make a big impact while having fun.<br /><br />First, let’s give a huge shoutout to the nine Girl Scout councils who hosted fantastic Financial Literacy events<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/support-us/invest/our-partners/charles-schwab.html"> made possible by the Charles Schwab Foundation.</a> These events were all about Girl Scouts learning the tools to take control of their financial futures. Additionally, these councils are not just stopping there. They are continuing to host more events, ensuring that even more Girl Scouts have access to financial literacy education.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL6ukBd0nd3wG9j58xb3ItAZS9mZHqteBGKam5ntd1QaTSjOmkJsn67lfw4_UyYOYqTfCeTD8WLbB1B6TNzIBBUpyTKL0Qd0pbEYBkyhIi9IMCKCPisYhYYjQ-VCc6_Y0ygWkDfqLGQAfcUGUXU-a7IrE-TsSwTwJz2z1tAvC20oLd91QshyT6Dj2hVqE/s800/0500e6f9_57e2_48a8_9aa0_c44a3fb5c81d.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL6ukBd0nd3wG9j58xb3ItAZS9mZHqteBGKam5ntd1QaTSjOmkJsn67lfw4_UyYOYqTfCeTD8WLbB1B6TNzIBBUpyTKL0Qd0pbEYBkyhIi9IMCKCPisYhYYjQ-VCc6_Y0ygWkDfqLGQAfcUGUXU-a7IrE-TsSwTwJz2z1tAvC20oLd91QshyT6Dj2hVqE/w400-h266/0500e6f9_57e2_48a8_9aa0_c44a3fb5c81d.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7V4K2m-Q9ko2kONq_iEnQ_dK3dKLZN-ABXL2HW8EhCxtOwlAXuIGo-KEitaW_TQseohuRfSzAMXkhFO8IhShJASNLhulqKXtF-SdTZ7aVYGmWPKZzziBFQT2Lkk7PMpEv96Si_cz1YK9w364JbZSsFrKQtEmLIpx0ym_l1oII8rROrqR5duJN3-N25cY/s6960/GSEM_Seniors___Ambassadors_at_My_Financial_Independence_Event___2.JPG"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7V4K2m-Q9ko2kONq_iEnQ_dK3dKLZN-ABXL2HW8EhCxtOwlAXuIGo-KEitaW_TQseohuRfSzAMXkhFO8IhShJASNLhulqKXtF-SdTZ7aVYGmWPKZzziBFQT2Lkk7PMpEv96Si_cz1YK9w364JbZSsFrKQtEmLIpx0ym_l1oII8rROrqR5duJN3-N25cY/w400-h266/GSEM_Seniors___Ambassadors_at_My_Financial_Independence_Event___2.JPG" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The council-run events were based on the<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/entrepreneurship-financial-literacy-activities.html"> Financial Literacy badges</a>, available for all grade levels. Girl Scouts learned key financial literacy concepts, such as creating a budget, setting money goals and reaching them, as well as making smart money choices.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><i><div style="text-align: center;"><i>"I learned about taxes and savings." Olivia, Junior, 11 years old</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>"I learned that a budget helps me save money." Taylor, Brownie, 8 years old</i></div></i><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2t-z71OgQgFvylrAhg6O_BdQ1tWj2m166Pw5x8O6H2U_YKvPdyai5cfGDDyQ-KcY4PrYb8XjuBApkSNJqjjcv3Bxqi60Mk8RRjyrhrcw8nb1m-OK4IFFaaoTj_-xn11MGEmjL402Yhio7oKognUGafZsQ92IY4FgLPgH0Y-tAUkwQCce1s-IUpRhqCsA/s1406/Screenshot%202024-04-16%20at%209.22.15%E2%80%AFAM.png"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2t-z71OgQgFvylrAhg6O_BdQ1tWj2m166Pw5x8O6H2U_YKvPdyai5cfGDDyQ-KcY4PrYb8XjuBApkSNJqjjcv3Bxqi60Mk8RRjyrhrcw8nb1m-OK4IFFaaoTj_-xn11MGEmjL402Yhio7oKognUGafZsQ92IY4FgLPgH0Y-tAUkwQCce1s-IUpRhqCsA/w400-h299/Screenshot%202024-04-16%20at%209.22.15%E2%80%AFAM.png" /></a></div><br />From Daisies to Ambassadors, Girl Scouts participated in hands-on activities and got important guidance from local Charles Schwab Foundation pros.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i>“I spoke with the older group of Girl Scouts. They were interactive and fun to talk to! They had some great questions about credit and budgeting.” Jamie, Charles Schwab Foundation volunteer</i></div><br />Thank you to all the participating councils:<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Girl Scouts—Arizona Cactus-Pine</li><li>Girl Scouts of Central Indiana</li><li>Girl Scouts of Central Texas</li><li>Girl Scouts of Citrus</li><li>Girl Scouts of Colorado</li><li>Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri</li><li>Girl Scouts Northeast Texas</li><li>Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska</li><li>Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains</li></ul><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfWWPkuTzpoTWihWaulmPrsotZkEPAnTYB5NjWpr-xBmXSUlBPbvCB3CokpP1GqfQBKmXc3M-CJPjLQhbvrdgbu2orv3ieCl_gV1UuKuWafFvZ-iXHA77EGcxrIH5dhFSC9SN5HWLQ07eFjjRmw578c-7w43BUzrzD7vfB5nfVJMUcbE6S1V_bhEfe1ac/s2265/05ad05b0_9aae_4059_a753_beee3261d842.jpg"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfWWPkuTzpoTWihWaulmPrsotZkEPAnTYB5NjWpr-xBmXSUlBPbvCB3CokpP1GqfQBKmXc3M-CJPjLQhbvrdgbu2orv3ieCl_gV1UuKuWafFvZ-iXHA77EGcxrIH5dhFSC9SN5HWLQ07eFjjRmw578c-7w43BUzrzD7vfB5nfVJMUcbE6S1V_bhEfe1ac/s2265/05ad05b0_9aae_4059_a753_beee3261d842.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfWWPkuTzpoTWihWaulmPrsotZkEPAnTYB5NjWpr-xBmXSUlBPbvCB3CokpP1GqfQBKmXc3M-CJPjLQhbvrdgbu2orv3ieCl_gV1UuKuWafFvZ-iXHA77EGcxrIH5dhFSC9SN5HWLQ07eFjjRmw578c-7w43BUzrzD7vfB5nfVJMUcbE6S1V_bhEfe1ac/w400-h266/05ad05b0_9aae_4059_a753_beee3261d842.jpg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>Next, let's ensure that your Girl Scout has the opportunity to shape her financial future. If you believe in the importance of financial literacy as a key aspect of success, then let's dive into those<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/entrepreneurship-financial-literacy-activities.html"> Financial Literacy badges</a> today. These badges are designed to address real-world situations that girls will encounter and provide them with skills to make wise financial choices. Even kindergarteners can get in on the action, practicing goal-setting and teamwork through fun activities and projects. And for the older girls? They'll get to flex their financial muscles by managing troop finances, funding their awesome adventures, and so much more. By instilling a money-smart mindset early on, we're setting your Girl Scout up for a lifetime of making savvy financial decisions.<br /><br />So, as we celebrate Financial Literacy Month this April, let's come together to make a difference. Let's arm our girls with the knowledge and confidence they need to make the world a better and more equitable place. By introducing a mindset focused on smart money management early on, we're laying the groundwork for your Girl Scout to make informed financial decisions throughout her life. Let's do this! 💪💰<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><p></p></div></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/5392859965040231095'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/5392859965040231095'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2024/04/financial-literacy-month-unlocking.html' title='Financial Literacy Month: Unlocking Money Smarts All Year Long'/><author><name>Girl Scouts of the USA</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/00544975476634405212</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfIWOXCUQxhrjU3wdNcV5q-30oiwsRJmUk-4fOyJsTtHugKist3glPMpewChDzmHNu38i8X7lq1E3PSvFKMIi2TRepgpYnS5Ra8jX3LKFaMEBaZrUn52h7MFYQWBS-QHdDplIrpz8BA7x-19G37cuSdCSmqFk-KKMdD9qxcrZEHhOm2JHjFDkU5vPWgCM/s72-w640-h336-c/24_FinancialLiteracy_BlogHeader_1200x630_Final.jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-353630727176535783</id><published>2024-04-01T08:12:00.020-05:00</published><updated>2024-04-01T08:27:55.544-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#volunteer"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="National Volunteer Appreciation Month"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Volunteer Appreciation"/><title type='text'>Cheers to You, Super Volunteers! Inside the Girl Scout Celebration of #YourYearOfImpact</title><content type='html'><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikh4nEPWtRceHuCh3TnPv7TrJBOpsmvlkNL7bf3O5aJDPKgg8VyGPCz28lS06AEzPIVe_Qtg-QeCnXlDiSoEZibXFkAHv_-zMc-2B7obCQg6Dzy85f6AALWKmAkcgclORZnrBG5tt5pmI7G97HF_POkGjLLlE7pZU1iEJSyjSrf1UGEPbFH5u8N1KIQfI/s2500/24_VolunteerWeek_NationalAssets_BlogHeader_1200x630_Final.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikh4nEPWtRceHuCh3TnPv7TrJBOpsmvlkNL7bf3O5aJDPKgg8VyGPCz28lS06AEzPIVe_Qtg-QeCnXlDiSoEZibXFkAHv_-zMc-2B7obCQg6Dzy85f6AALWKmAkcgclORZnrBG5tt5pmI7G97HF_POkGjLLlE7pZU1iEJSyjSrf1UGEPbFH5u8N1KIQfI/w640-h336/24_VolunteerWeek_NationalAssets_BlogHeader_1200x630_Final.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Girl Scout Volunteers make the world go ‘round! Your generosity is the secret sauce making magic happen in the lives of countless Girl Scouts. Join us as we celebrate your dedication in helping Girl Scouts grow and thrive. <br /><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b>Heartfelt Gratitude from Our Leaders: </b></h3><br />During Volunteer Appreciation Month, we take time to shine a spotlight on the amazing individuals like you who bring the Girl Scout experience to life. So, to the selfless volunteers who keep the Girl Scout Movement in perpetual motion: We see you and appreciate you…this month AND all year long! Take a moment to see this year’s special note of thanks from Bonnie Barczykowski, our CEO, and Noorain Khan, our National Board President.<div><br /></div><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JeBTT1twDuE?si=IPxa_jgcuoVsbxvi" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe><div><br /></div><div>“Volunteers are the beating heart of Girl Scouting and make it all possible. They unlock adventure, exploration, curiosity, and community impact while also serving as inspirational role models and mentors for our Girl Scouts—championing, challenging, encouraging, and inspiring them as they move through their Girl Scout experience. We are so grateful for the time, energy, care, and creativity they bring and for all they do to ensure Girl Scouts is truly transformational.”</div><div><div><br />-Bonnie Barczykowski, GSUSA CEO <br /><br />“As a proud Girl Scout alum, I know firsthand the impact of Girl Scout volunteers. They activated and empowered me, and they made Girl Scouts a place where I felt like I belonged. None of what Girl Scouting has done in the last 110+ years would have been possible without the very best volunteer force in the world—and that’s what we have. They contribute their time, their living rooms and garages, their treasure, their hearts, and so much more. Their commitment to our mission means everything—to councils across the country, to everyone at GSUSA, and most of all, to the Girl Scouts they serve.” <br /><br />-Noorain Khan, GSUSA National Board President <br /><br /><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b>Celebrating the Unique Spark of Our Diverse Volunteers:</b></h3><br />Sharing is caring—which is why we want the world to get to know our talented, creative, and dedicated volunteers! No two Girl Scout leaders are alike, but they all have that “something special” required to make a real difference in girls’ lives. Here are just a few of the inspiring volunteers like you working their magic across the country.<br /><br />“When a Girl Scout lost her home to a tornado, she reached out to volunteers council-wide through Leaders Lounge (a Facebook group for GSofSI leaders) to ask for help to make sure this Girl Scout's family had what they needed from clothing to food, and even birthday presents for the girl. In addition to all of this, she has Service Unit events nearly every month and reaches out to each individual family to make sure they know what is available beyond a troop setting.” <br /><br />Thank you, Debra, Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois<br /><br />“[...] Ninety-five percent of my girls would never go camping if I didn’t take them. They wouldn’t meet CEOs of companies or meet other Gold Award Girl Scouts. They wouldn’t meet female pilots and astronauts and hear their inspiring stories. But most importantly, they develop the confidence to make a difference in their community.” <br /><br />Thank you, Patricia, Girl Scouts of Tropical Florida <br /><br />Want to share your story with us? Take to social media this month and use the hashtag <b>#YourYearOfImpact</b><br /><br /><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b>A Token of Our Appreciation:</b></h3><br />Volunteering is a generous gift that deserves recognition. There are countless<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/content/dam/girlscouts-gsusa/forms-and-documents/about-girl-scouts/research/GSRI_ImpactStudy_ExecutiveSummary_2017.pdf"> intangible benefits</a> of helping Girl Scouts grow and thrive—but there are concrete perks to enjoy, too. For Volunteer Appreciation Month this year, we’re thanking our volunteers with a special 15% discount on $50 or more in the<a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/?utm_campaign=National_Site&amp;utm_medium=National_Site_Text&amp;utm_source=Navigation"> Girl Scout Shop</a> (with promo code THANKS24) from 4/19–4/22! <br /><br />You can also enter our extra special<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-volunteers.html?utm_campaign=VolAppreciation&amp;utm_medium=Web&amp;utm_source=Blog"> Volunteer Sweepstakes</a> for the chance to win a grand prize bundle worth up to $1,250 in retail value! <br /><br />There will be four drawings in the month of April and four winners of a bundle valued at $1,250 that will include troop year essential badges/pins and trefoil fun finds for your troop as well as a customized denim jacket, rose gold journal, and adult recycled vest for you the volunteer. Not to mention, a $750 Amazon gift card—thank you to Amazon for their generous donation. Terms and conditions apply. Visit<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-volunteers.html?utm_campaign=VolAppreciation&amp;utm_medium=Web_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog"> girlscouts.org/forvolunteers</a> for details. <br /><br /><br /><div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b>Gathering Grateful Girl Scouts: </b></h3><br />Why do you do what you do? To be the rad mentors, the fun facilitators, the outdoor gurus, and the life skill legends for Girl Scouts of all ages. We've recruited Girl Scouts from coast to coast to shout out their favorite volunteers! This month, girls can download and print our Volunteer Thank You Card to hand to their MVP volunteer, or share the digital version on Instagram to spread the love far and wide!</div><div><br /><a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-parents-and-families/volunteer-appreciation-toolkits.html?utm_campaign=VolAppreciation&amp;utm_medium=Web_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Download Thank You Card</a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbs126ROVDSGxfNWCWGQ5-StDQTEaRshA7lmMOUhPkEcdTst-Qy1LRZjcyv_w0clEqY55cXXBO_Dht4eZkh5ImgdI7abNxVymD4IV91YmOD1d_UbrVwwfYzl0pJBe767x_9I-SdbOpP2yOJ5EBUU7K47VeaudNOurZmAY8MA0__xSU_1EJO0xJbfUjyuw/s1822/Screenshot%202024-03-11%20at%202.44.38%E2%80%AFPM.png"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbs126ROVDSGxfNWCWGQ5-StDQTEaRshA7lmMOUhPkEcdTst-Qy1LRZjcyv_w0clEqY55cXXBO_Dht4eZkh5ImgdI7abNxVymD4IV91YmOD1d_UbrVwwfYzl0pJBe767x_9I-SdbOpP2yOJ5EBUU7K47VeaudNOurZmAY8MA0__xSU_1EJO0xJbfUjyuw/s320/Screenshot%202024-03-11%20at%202.44.38%E2%80%AFPM.png" /></a><br />A Fill-in-the-Blank Volunteer Thank You Card that girls and caregivers can share with a Girl Scout volunteer.<br /><br />It takes creativity, heart, and energy to serve as a Girl Scout volunteer—but words can’t even begin to express how much every single volunteer means to the Girl Scouts they serve. Simply showing up and encouraging girls to be themselves makes a lasting impact that they’ll carry with them for the rest of their lives. There has never been a better time to help girls grow in your community—thank you for being the superheroes you are! <br /><br />So, hold on tight for the rest of Volunteer Appreciation Month—expect heartwarming stories, mega thank-yous, and just good ol' fun. <br /><br />Not a volunteer but curious about becoming one?<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/council-finder.html?utm_campaign=VolAppreciation&amp;utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Blog"> Find your local council</a> and learn how you can<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/get-involved/become-a-volunteer.html?utm_campaign=VolAppreciation&amp;utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Blog"> join our movement</a>! </div></div></div></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/353630727176535783'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/353630727176535783'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2024/02/cheers-to-you-super-volunteers-inside.html' title='Cheers to You, Super Volunteers! Inside the Girl Scout Celebration of #YourYearOfImpact'/><author><name>Girl Scouts of the USA</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/00544975476634405212</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikh4nEPWtRceHuCh3TnPv7TrJBOpsmvlkNL7bf3O5aJDPKgg8VyGPCz28lS06AEzPIVe_Qtg-QeCnXlDiSoEZibXFkAHv_-zMc-2B7obCQg6Dzy85f6AALWKmAkcgclORZnrBG5tt5pmI7G97HF_POkGjLLlE7pZU1iEJSyjSrf1UGEPbFH5u8N1KIQfI/s72-w640-h336-c/24_VolunteerWeek_NationalAssets_BlogHeader_1200x630_Final.jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-5836140611683165541</id><published>2024-02-19T08:00:00.006-05:00</published><updated>2024-02-19T15:18:50.911-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#STEM"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#STEMPlaybook"/><title type='text'>Building The Future With STEM Starts With You</title><content type='html'><p>&nbsp;</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiZJfjhm_xMWiBBHJCn2sG7a2b2CKRFmg2Md-V6ETWb12teKezbHEDRM0V7rh4LzuaoO2YSU7OXVMSTK_rITAODau9qaCaPcZY8FBy-v1YEF7jfGDQVu2BjyWxqQgNuspT2V9jSEbJy_6Y4r6olQsLgZ3mryD6npKacb8Mo-PiFmTODBk0W3W95guZaIFyy" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="2625" data-original-width="5000" height="402" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiZJfjhm_xMWiBBHJCn2sG7a2b2CKRFmg2Md-V6ETWb12teKezbHEDRM0V7rh4LzuaoO2YSU7OXVMSTK_rITAODau9qaCaPcZY8FBy-v1YEF7jfGDQVu2BjyWxqQgNuspT2V9jSEbJy_6Y4r6olQsLgZ3mryD6npKacb8Mo-PiFmTODBk0W3W95guZaIFyy=w764-h402" width="764" /></a></div><p></p><br /><br /><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>There’s so much hidden inside the fascinating world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). When Girl Scouts learn about scientists exploring the deepest reaches of space, reaching supersonic flight, or creating new worlds in the metaverse, we show them they have the potential to make the world a better place. Caring adults are essential to encouraging a love for STEM by encouraging girls to explore through hands-on activities as they discover real-life applications and find creative solutions through STEM that help them shape their interests and future. So, we’ve developed a new STEM Playbook, made possible with support from General Motors, to help you confidently deliver fun and interactive STEM programming to girls. <br /><br /><br /><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>When Girl Scouts learn about STEM, they learn all sorts of things. Here are a few of the many benefits of introducing STEM into your Troop Year: <br /><br /><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">Breaking Stereotypes:</h3><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>Representation matters. When Girl Scouts don’t see women in STEM, they don’t see themselves pursuing it as an interest. By showing girls they can excel in fields traditionally dominated by men, we open doors to a world of endless possibilities. Proving anyone can be a scientist, engineer, or mathematician.  <br /><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">Solving Real-World Problems:</h3><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>STEM empowers girls to find solutions to real-world problems. Girl Scouts can use their creativity to solve problems they see in their communities. Learning about climate change and plastic pollution, girls can find solutions like designing a water filtration system built from recyclable materials, reducing plastic waste, and providing clean drinking water to their neighbors.   <br /><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">Inspiring Innovation:</h3><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>Girls in STEM bring fresh perspectives to the table. They see problems from unique angles and come up with groundbreaking solutions. When Girl Scouts bring their experience to STEM, they can dream up creative ways to change the world.<br /> <br /><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">Shaping a Brighter Future:</h3><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>Imagine a world where more girls pursue STEM. It's a world where diseases are cured, clean energy powers our cities, and climate change is mitigated. It's a world where equality thrives, and opportunities are limitless.  <br /><br /><br /><br /><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>When we learn about STEM together we shape a better world, one discovery at a time. <br /><br /><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>STEM is about more than just numbers and equations. It's about unlocking the potential within every Girl Scout and empowering them to change the world. Together, we can encourage girls to explore the wonders of STEM, to dream big, and to believe in their ability to make a difference. <br /> <br /><br /><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>Girl Scouts has the resources to help. Download the new STEM Playbook, your go-to resource to help you confidently and easily deliver STEM programming. <a href="https://link.girlscouts.org/3PZwQ3e">Check out STEM-inspired activities in the Girl Scouts Activity Zone</a>, and the Girl Scouts Destinations Pacific Exploration in STEM to name a few. Together, we can give Girl Scouts the confidence and skills to take on any challenge that comes their way. </content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/5836140611683165541'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/5836140611683165541'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2024/02/building-future-with-stem-starts-with.html' title='Building The Future With STEM Starts With You'/><author><name>Deja</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/08851548687259862279</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiZJfjhm_xMWiBBHJCn2sG7a2b2CKRFmg2Md-V6ETWb12teKezbHEDRM0V7rh4LzuaoO2YSU7OXVMSTK_rITAODau9qaCaPcZY8FBy-v1YEF7jfGDQVu2BjyWxqQgNuspT2V9jSEbJy_6Y4r6olQsLgZ3mryD6npKacb8Mo-PiFmTODBk0W3W95guZaIFyy=s72-w764-h402-c" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-624527855725764723</id><published>2024-02-01T08:00:00.005-05:00</published><updated>2024-02-01T08:00:00.164-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Black history month"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Hispanic Heritage Month"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Hispanic Heritage Month Patch"/><title type='text'>Black History Month: Celebrating and Continuing Legacy </title><content type='html'><p>&nbsp;</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhuQnl3IOWBOWU8nsUZt2kEAR2vZZGmImK4k9_v0aYSWgRyyuLrjxOejU8uauhbe8ttx3TYXQCyNo4f-s3uApP3M9rUG9_CQRLQ6fcfKbNgI_q5kMGvUNGuSB9W1gnu1eHLtsHhgpn-KpIoSVPzRTomUfPVcvURAARop7s2-I3V73_UKUO4vkkxOwkjrBiF" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhuQnl3IOWBOWU8nsUZt2kEAR2vZZGmImK4k9_v0aYSWgRyyuLrjxOejU8uauhbe8ttx3TYXQCyNo4f-s3uApP3M9rUG9_CQRLQ6fcfKbNgI_q5kMGvUNGuSB9W1gnu1eHLtsHhgpn-KpIoSVPzRTomUfPVcvURAARop7s2-I3V73_UKUO4vkkxOwkjrBiF=s16000" /></a></div><br /><p></p><br /><br /><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>Get ready to be inspired this <a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/gs-black-history-month-sew-on-patch">Black History Month</a> by these remarkable Girl Scouts who are making a significant impact on the world and their communities. These girls embody resilience, and leadership, and are actively shaping history today. Get ready to meet stars who are making waves not just during Black History Month but well beyond! <br /><br /><br /><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>What's even more awesome? Each story isn't just about the here and now. It's a continuation of progress, a legacy, and carrying on the work of those who paved the way. So, during February, let's celebrate the possibilities and the work led by today’s girl leaders. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgdySFxbWGSbcIE9EFbEceaP08pUDZX1t00JtZXTg8pnaaHGrHGhBbogC-qhYnpNj9d2HAWQ_8zccXdwwG6wZL7AKpUzp_HtRbcTABUaqzwSkrD68SI8LLE-4poFnPA9S5F5TAZOEiN5oc8qHqi9THmCz1svV249hwGSgXtpeoNsNLyp7kLtQk5_iZoDcWl" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgdySFxbWGSbcIE9EFbEceaP08pUDZX1t00JtZXTg8pnaaHGrHGhBbogC-qhYnpNj9d2HAWQ_8zccXdwwG6wZL7AKpUzp_HtRbcTABUaqzwSkrD68SI8LLE-4poFnPA9S5F5TAZOEiN5oc8qHqi9THmCz1svV249hwGSgXtpeoNsNLyp7kLtQk5_iZoDcWl=w400-h400" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>Last year, Girl Scout Trinity earned her Gold Award with her work, "Educating Youth on Natural Hair Care and Hygiene," celebrating natural hairstyles for girls of color. Collaborating with her team, Trinity authored, illustrated, and published a book celebrating natural hairstyles for girls of color. This book also served as a key resource in workshops Trinity organized, where she shared knowledge on proper hair care and encouraged the embrace of hairstyles that celebrate natural textures, fostering confidence in the process. Additionally, she donated copies of her book to local schools and libraries, to ensure a lasting impact on future readers. Her impact in her community continued, as she conducted book readings for over 350 students, making significant strides in education and representation for girls of color everywhere. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgRV6ym3qeuqZusjaVNGdtU8pWXSpwVu4NNJlCQsz9s-Dt4dmHuMHGqwyGKXGvvURDzEyb3uXU7QzMIK6ROVf3EGAdWftUNEHLsQY2DCkTEBeTs9FhM6ClxDo7D0inI7as2IGKGRlQUfGlWiefNJJq5DTvSp5BRSB64vkxxoUpOCYavKmlC1MuqgEX1RBoC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgRV6ym3qeuqZusjaVNGdtU8pWXSpwVu4NNJlCQsz9s-Dt4dmHuMHGqwyGKXGvvURDzEyb3uXU7QzMIK6ROVf3EGAdWftUNEHLsQY2DCkTEBeTs9FhM6ClxDo7D0inI7as2IGKGRlQUfGlWiefNJJq5DTvSp5BRSB64vkxxoUpOCYavKmlC1MuqgEX1RBoC=w400-h400" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>Girl Scouts Morgan and Maya aimed to inspire positive change in their community through their Silver Award documentary, "Telling Our Story: Charlotte's Black History." Inspired by their Bronze Award project dedicated to civil rights pioneer Dorothy Counts-Scoggins, the girls aimed to uncover and share lesser-known aspects of Charlotte's Black history. The documentary features interviews with influential figures such as Counts-Scoggins, Harvey B. Gantt, and Kass Ottley, exploring various facets of the city's history from the Black perspective. The film showcased the significance of Black leaders in areas like housing, education, culture, and the Black Lives Matter movement. These Girl Scouts also aspire to integrate the documentary into their local curriculum, to help broaden understanding of the city's Black history.<div>&nbsp; <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjJNro05TXM2ekIqOi3McpCxqB4nP6NyIpTreBfe-AgHAgG21gpyHmtMtTWVLGX52bXzYZEja4MOn30j5uYotTqtW1Cq4SYPbCEGMRTZM6tscTOOzbRfcU2nYrL_I6VWmGHSit0uKD3iczBrWBkh4l4SeDkPD3dLEgIMJZEBjfjp4oOTnvFrrJGrTr-_So4" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjJNro05TXM2ekIqOi3McpCxqB4nP6NyIpTreBfe-AgHAgG21gpyHmtMtTWVLGX52bXzYZEja4MOn30j5uYotTqtW1Cq4SYPbCEGMRTZM6tscTOOzbRfcU2nYrL_I6VWmGHSit0uKD3iczBrWBkh4l4SeDkPD3dLEgIMJZEBjfjp4oOTnvFrrJGrTr-_So4=w400-h400" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>Girl Scout Melia took on a mission to diversify books within her local schools' libraries after noticing a lack of representation in her school library. She was also inspired by the #1000BlackGirlBooks campaign and collected nearly 300 books featuring Black girls as main characters. Melia also partnered with a Black woman-owned bookstore in her area to promote African-American-focused literature. The books that were collected were distributed to schools and the Boys and Girls Club, fostering representation and building self-esteem among young readers.<div>&nbsp; <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgsOpAI135WestwHS6UBVyGrI3cVU7-kuraWeCHZ6LAHGG6F6uR6fD7ZCnxZTF4-03fyxcpwuzkOR9FqHdD105YeSrnQFeGm-Rs9mC1nIoc7VApYa9QE7wN3fBWlOdBUC2jSplZ-n5efn45W4KmdMBK1CzQCnzJwjzRZxJZCaZFCuvOPP0jo3adl0g8lEeJ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgsOpAI135WestwHS6UBVyGrI3cVU7-kuraWeCHZ6LAHGG6F6uR6fD7ZCnxZTF4-03fyxcpwuzkOR9FqHdD105YeSrnQFeGm-Rs9mC1nIoc7VApYa9QE7wN3fBWlOdBUC2jSplZ-n5efn45W4KmdMBK1CzQCnzJwjzRZxJZCaZFCuvOPP0jo3adl0g8lEeJ=w400-h400" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>Gold Award Girl Scout alum Rachel, wanted to encourage and equip Black teenage girls aged 14 to 18, for success in their future careers. She noticed the lack of representation of female Black executive leadership in business and wanted to inspire girls early to gain the skills and confidence to step into the world of business. Doing so she created her program Black Girls Mean Business which provides resources such as workshops, networking tools, and even connections to mentors. <br /><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span><div><span>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>Together, these stories exemplify the potential for change, education, and representation. As we celebrate Black History Month, let these narratives inspire us to recognize the possibilities and contributions of girl leaders TODAY!<br /><br />&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Join us in continuing to celebrate the individuals who have exemplified courage, confidence, and character. Share your tributes using #GirlScoutsRock and #BlackHistoryMonth, and make sure to tag us at @girlscouts.<br /><br />&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Get started on your&nbsp;<a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/gs-black-history-month-sew-on-patch">Black History Heritage fun patch</a>&nbsp;and think about the endless possibilities YOU and your Troop can create to make your own mark in history.</div></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/624527855725764723'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/624527855725764723'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2024/02/black-history-month-celebrating-and.html' title='Black History Month: Celebrating and Continuing Legacy '/><author><name>Deja</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/08851548687259862279</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhuQnl3IOWBOWU8nsUZt2kEAR2vZZGmImK4k9_v0aYSWgRyyuLrjxOejU8uauhbe8ttx3TYXQCyNo4f-s3uApP3M9rUG9_CQRLQ6fcfKbNgI_q5kMGvUNGuSB9W1gnu1eHLtsHhgpn-KpIoSVPzRTomUfPVcvURAARop7s2-I3V73_UKUO4vkkxOwkjrBiF=s72-c" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-4663569250663010644</id><published>2024-01-09T08:55:00.009-05:00</published><updated>2024-01-09T09:26:53.124-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="cookie"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Cookie Money"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Girl Scout Cookie"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Girl Scout Cookie Program"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Girl Scout Cookies"/><title type='text'>Girl Scout Cookies: Unboxing the Girl Powered Future </title><content type='html'><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC6zk_sQeEMwyXrNzKwj8JbpBYsxORnbQLPDSbQ6gK9S9uNb-6ABoAiwekMcyvbbiLAnkFNuERKmxh9syRW0FL18OVqWlmoFRST7Xe4Ls5aEoGbxA50LoMfVwQBuKcf_ariee3L7FbyIVO_8tB8viZ13vtxFTEWsu4jXRafir8kS5hdGMTG8OFKDQSbds/s1200/24_CookieSocial_Organic_BlogHeader_1_Layered_1200x630_Final_12.6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC6zk_sQeEMwyXrNzKwj8JbpBYsxORnbQLPDSbQ6gK9S9uNb-6ABoAiwekMcyvbbiLAnkFNuERKmxh9syRW0FL18OVqWlmoFRST7Xe4Ls5aEoGbxA50LoMfVwQBuKcf_ariee3L7FbyIVO_8tB8viZ13vtxFTEWsu4jXRafir8kS5hdGMTG8OFKDQSbds/s16000/24_CookieSocial_Organic_BlogHeader_1_Layered_1200x630_Final_12.6.jpg" /></a></p>The sweetest time of year is here! <span style="color: #00ae58;"><a href="http://girlscoutcookies.org">Girl Scout Cookies®</a> </span>are more than delicious treats—they’re building blocks for Girl Scouts to create a more equitable future for themselves and the world. Did you know the proceeds from each purchase stay local and fund Girl Scouts’ ambitions? Whether it's embarking on cross-country trips or supporting local communities, there's no limit to Unboxing the Future. <br /><br />We asked our community on social how they’ve used past cookie funds, and their answers showed the impactful power of the Girl Scout Cookie Program®! Let’s take a look at how REAL Girl Scout troops have used their cookie money! <br /><br /><h2 style="text-align: left;">Giving Back</h2>Girl Scouts are always looking for ways to make a positive impact in their communities. Many troops use their cookie funds to give back and help others. From donating toys and food to animal shelters to providing household products and food to local families, and bringing holiday cheer to fellow kids, cookie packages are a powerful tool for helping those in need! Moreover, cookie proceeds play a role in supporting Bronze, Silver, and Gold Award projects, which inspiring Girl Scouts use to make a difference by identifying and addressing challenges in their communities.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikaJbxuRcgKrE2tp2zb30zsqLeJj0JLsxmEjTkgsOhJAq-DLxLhawI67WDAYf8pAHLR8MfWhYj2Z8_OYm08YdpSGb1wrh3VOtPKnr4VObYLKnUosEpEStqS1Stz_1X7plokb9MwtV7WV9qINqEcYbp9I22Xq5GtYLl8z2W6EmQ15GLH9NAM_GIglITfQA/s810/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(84).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="206" data-original-width="810" height="162" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikaJbxuRcgKrE2tp2zb30zsqLeJj0JLsxmEjTkgsOhJAq-DLxLhawI67WDAYf8pAHLR8MfWhYj2Z8_OYm08YdpSGb1wrh3VOtPKnr4VObYLKnUosEpEStqS1Stz_1X7plokb9MwtV7WV9qINqEcYbp9I22Xq5GtYLl8z2W6EmQ15GLH9NAM_GIglITfQA/w640-h162/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(84).png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><h2 style="text-align: left;">Badges and Activities</h2>Girl Scouts are the champions our communities crave! Beyond selling cookies and mastering incredible skills, they channel their profits into further learning and adventure. They're shaping the future as leaders, problem-solvers, innovators, and their authentic selves, embodying the spirit of courage, confidence, and character. With each badge earned and every community project undertaken, they're building a brighter tomorrow—one step—and one cookie—at a time. Over the years, cookies have fueled pottery projects, STEM experiments, and even overnight adventures at the zoo and the aquarium! <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZH5aRjtvk7grnW4d45Lkp0vUomaW2yCswLVKKaKmTLEEbE3nJun0k0vROy5wPU8KnjJeDxz-EwXKtqf-6glw5qzXlmnFaObHdHgLdtXTazM19mHZRs974oKuDaYy-q6B_lYVCRHtvOQME6D-F6_9FDbgoVjHnbNWQAQhLJhHEBNEhl7oAaudYB1Eg74U/s820/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(85).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="442" data-original-width="820" height="344" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZH5aRjtvk7grnW4d45Lkp0vUomaW2yCswLVKKaKmTLEEbE3nJun0k0vROy5wPU8KnjJeDxz-EwXKtqf-6glw5qzXlmnFaObHdHgLdtXTazM19mHZRs974oKuDaYy-q6B_lYVCRHtvOQME6D-F6_9FDbgoVjHnbNWQAQhLJhHEBNEhl7oAaudYB1Eg74U/w640-h344/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(85).png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW75679546 BCX4" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-user-select: text; caret-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.847); clear: both; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.847); cursor: text; direction: ltr; font-family: &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web&quot;, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW75679546 BCX4" paraeid="{8a71d0a8-db20-4d4d-b8b7-6aff9b09e820}{148}" paraid="1034747412" style="-webkit-nbsp-mode: normal !important; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-user-select: text; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: center; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="EOP SCXW75679546 BCX4" data-ccp-props="{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}" face="Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif" style="-webkit-nbsp-mode: normal !important; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-user-select: text; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20.504167px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">&nbsp;</span></p></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Trailblazing Adventures</h2>Have cookies, will travel! Every year, Girl Scouts across the country turn their cookie money into unforgettable trips, where they forge strong friendships and create lasting memories. Some Girl Scouts have gone on adventures in nature by embarking on weekend camping trips or traveling all the way to Yosemite National Park. Talk about taking a hike! Other Girl Scouts have explored our Movement’s history in Savannah, Georgia. More into thrill-seeking? We’ve had troops take their money to sunny California and Florida to enjoy fun-filled theme parks, and some have even traveled abroad to Europe.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisy_9eKMCQTW9tWuSAsgpYg-BgmdBfSXWgEVc-zs9Bsk-BbkoFYnN2TXabC7jywWYBsS7OYcjYaQszu-KrBOh9F7H1SlqKXxbUY1EdC_Wm3oFuiJ-Y7uHr3u74O-Q9F788KHrZ_t5y0VkHcuxJVSS8lHVHc4Xy161mqAcZAmt6JQwS3EqsEjl1UnT0aIo/s832/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(86).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="374" data-original-width="832" height="288" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisy_9eKMCQTW9tWuSAsgpYg-BgmdBfSXWgEVc-zs9Bsk-BbkoFYnN2TXabC7jywWYBsS7OYcjYaQszu-KrBOh9F7H1SlqKXxbUY1EdC_Wm3oFuiJ-Y7uHr3u74O-Q9F788KHrZ_t5y0VkHcuxJVSS8lHVHc4Xy161mqAcZAmt6JQwS3EqsEjl1UnT0aIo/w640-h288/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(86).png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjekwjKvfwwRxRTb3e6myf5EcVqtxKbDm7EDnsGyOxi_ndSs4YW0YgeFyVF786ik5oydb7BUxQirUFOJlPNYvorECi1qqaV6st2UJMjaGKG6yoFYbafDsmwrJ6SsXtNQEciNo-6c0L4cLAnSz6pAstJqS3adcln7F4VyAsUhRsgMltkLcluDfCcUlFZENQ/s1351/294937325_469296128560569_5103209529466271296_n-2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1351" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjekwjKvfwwRxRTb3e6myf5EcVqtxKbDm7EDnsGyOxi_ndSs4YW0YgeFyVF786ik5oydb7BUxQirUFOJlPNYvorECi1qqaV6st2UJMjaGKG6yoFYbafDsmwrJ6SsXtNQEciNo-6c0L4cLAnSz6pAstJqS3adcln7F4VyAsUhRsgMltkLcluDfCcUlFZENQ/w320-h400/294937325_469296128560569_5103209529466271296_n-2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Troop 70643 took two years to save and plan a week-long trip abroad, visiting London and Paris! These Girl Scouts got to see things such as the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace and the Eiffel Tower. <br /><br />These journeys truly give Girl Scouts new perspectives of the world they contribute to!<div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Entrepreneurship Endeavors</h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp0eDOz-wbReo99nPuCm6GJgLNU64A_jrVnIz9444yCRxlGwks1pCh6GvbCfr_8-tlj1_DbKB2yr5zDkmQRS6bIZRZI6f132EdaltND5dUSX8-H-VFFAp2ILczDZM8Td3ZidSHUCnvYqooGY4Eb4kOH8Yz5p9siSRHGoMVOp2v1hCru12KDVedf3dyjng/s612/Snapinsta.app_271835761_633627121299358_3307110970026754445_n_1080.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="610" data-original-width="612" height="399" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp0eDOz-wbReo99nPuCm6GJgLNU64A_jrVnIz9444yCRxlGwks1pCh6GvbCfr_8-tlj1_DbKB2yr5zDkmQRS6bIZRZI6f132EdaltND5dUSX8-H-VFFAp2ILczDZM8Td3ZidSHUCnvYqooGY4Eb4kOH8Yz5p9siSRHGoMVOp2v1hCru12KDVedf3dyjng/w400-h399/Snapinsta.app_271835761_633627121299358_3307110970026754445_n_1080.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgAuTWAPmmwZsNY5CP-QyD8bgz-y5vws2odDTnfAov5s6GU_lCStaYbVTu9pzTpsm96SXXMG2LZJNdQprHE-WqLHKz0pambyiv8JpUDCZ-RuHlOG5RVof2RGk8De6eu3gjDtABa-CRIR9BCGf-WzzxYzxkXs-jzbFnDTBOI4ju-RiiQcnNGFY4mIMrvNQ/s612/Snapinsta.app_269900946_1260844047771397_7040085859892552047_n_1080.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="612" data-original-width="612" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgAuTWAPmmwZsNY5CP-QyD8bgz-y5vws2odDTnfAov5s6GU_lCStaYbVTu9pzTpsm96SXXMG2LZJNdQprHE-WqLHKz0pambyiv8JpUDCZ-RuHlOG5RVof2RGk8De6eu3gjDtABa-CRIR9BCGf-WzzxYzxkXs-jzbFnDTBOI4ju-RiiQcnNGFY4mIMrvNQ/w400-h400/Snapinsta.app_269900946_1260844047771397_7040085859892552047_n_1080.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />From humble beginnings to remarkable success, the journey of Girl Scout alums Taylor and Sydney Davis traces its roots back to the invaluable lessons learned during their cookie-selling days. Crediting their start-up skills to those early entrepreneurial experiences, they have nurtured the growth of their size-inclusive boutique from the ground up. When you buy a box of Girl Scout Cookies, you are directly investing in the world’s largest girl-run business. Girl Scouts everywhere are developing valuable entrepreneurial talents, just like Taylor and Sydney. <br /><br />Embrace the sweetness of empowerment this cookie season by supporting local troops. Head over to <b><span><span style="color: #00ae58;"><a href="http://girlscoutcookies.org">girlscoutcookies.org</a></span> </span></b>to discover your nearest cookie booth and play a part in helping Girl Scouts in your area 'Unbox the Future.' And remember! You can always text "Cookies" to 59618 to stay up to date on all things Girl Scout Cookie. <br /><br />We can’t wait to see how Girl Scouts will unbox their future this year! Make sure to tag @GirlScouts and use #GirlScoutCookieSeason in all your amazing stories on social media. <br /></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/4663569250663010644'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/4663569250663010644'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2024/01/girl-scout-cookies-unboxing-girl.html' title='Girl Scout Cookies: Unboxing the Girl Powered Future '/><author><name>Camila Garcia-Molina</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/07073791964345648406</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC6zk_sQeEMwyXrNzKwj8JbpBYsxORnbQLPDSbQ6gK9S9uNb-6ABoAiwekMcyvbbiLAnkFNuERKmxh9syRW0FL18OVqWlmoFRST7Xe4Ls5aEoGbxA50LoMfVwQBuKcf_ariee3L7FbyIVO_8tB8viZ13vtxFTEWsu4jXRafir8kS5hdGMTG8OFKDQSbds/s72-c/24_CookieSocial_Organic_BlogHeader_1_Layered_1200x630_Final_12.6.jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-5112534704428681662</id><published>2023-10-30T14:53:00.012-05:00</published><updated>2023-11-10T09:14:38.142-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#EWVP #Sponsored #Partnership"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Animals"/><title type='text'>Explore the World Of Animals with the New Badges</title><content type='html'><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhEhgXVU8lGQXQylJOuv2zyN6-tOxFtTRfkv6p6Qz1dr2ID0b_xKh0sGq_r0JllQL_FHt4AhB-kJknsrjmK4tUXnYFoMgtKFcWldDr0s-7ggrKQ9M-pI3pM9y8SBbenT4QE6Wcmzbv7BOEiAjdPsln0ciQh--yPk-_hYXO0lDT5Pq6IMYS65ZUsLuh_QKZp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="2626" data-original-width="5001" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhEhgXVU8lGQXQylJOuv2zyN6-tOxFtTRfkv6p6Qz1dr2ID0b_xKh0sGq_r0JllQL_FHt4AhB-kJknsrjmK4tUXnYFoMgtKFcWldDr0s-7ggrKQ9M-pI3pM9y8SBbenT4QE6Wcmzbv7BOEiAjdPsln0ciQh--yPk-_hYXO0lDT5Pq6IMYS65ZUsLuh_QKZp=w640-h336" width="640" /></a></p>Girl Scouts are good at so many things, from learning new skills to spreading joy and giving back to their communities. One thing that unites Girl Scouts is their desire to create positive change and help others. With their boundless curiosity, Girl Scouts have the power to make a difference in the world, not only in the lives of people, but also in the lives of every creature we share the planet with: animals! <br /><br />Animals close to home can provide companionship and support, or make our lives easier. Animals far away can spark a new interest or teach us more about the world. But some animals face danger every day. Because they can't speak up when they need help, it’s our job to protect them. When your Daisy, Junior, or Cadette starts earning one of the new Girl Scout Animal Badges, they’ll embark on a fun journey into the world of animals. <br /><br />Unlock a NEW badge by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/new-badges.html?utm_campaign=AnimalBadges&amp;utm_medium=Social_GSUSA_Organic&amp;utm_source=Facebook">downloading one of our free, fun activities!</a>&nbsp;Animal Habitats and Animal Helpers badge—made possible thanks to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/support-us/invest/our-partners/herford-n-elliott-trust.html#:~:text=Through%20their%20partnership%2C%20the%20EWVP,is%20the%20Girl%20Scout%20mission.">The Elliott Wildlife Values Project.&nbsp;</a><div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://bit.ly/3qjdlcV" target="_blank">Animal Observer–Daisy (K-1)</a></h3>Girl Scouts are naturally curious and eager to explore their surroundings. With the new Animal Observer badge, Daisy Girl Scouts will hone in on their observation skills to discover more about animals, near and far. They’ll start by using their senses to identify animal sounds, prints, and behaviors and take notes like an animal scientist. Then they’ll play games to solidify their knowledge and have the chance to visit one of their favorite animals in real life! <br /><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://bit.ly/3qjdlcV" target="_blank">Animal Habitats–Junior (4-5)</a></h3>Animals live in all types of homes—in trees, underground, underwater, and even on glaciers! With the Animal Habitats badge, Junior Girl Scouts can investigate different animal habitats at home and around the world. They’ll use their curiosity to explore animal homes and try their hand at building one. Then they’ll learn about endangered animals and the importance of protecting their habitats to benefit the planet. <br /><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://bit.ly/3qjdlcV" target="_blank">Animal Helpers–Cadettes (6-8)</a></h3>The connection between humans and animals has always existed. Whether animals are serving to protect or provide comfort in difficult times, the animal-human connection is an essential part of human history. With the Animal Helpers badge, Cadette Girl Scouts will learn about this connection and its mutual benefits. They will learn to translate knowledge into action and become advocates for animals by actively participating in organizations dedicated to animal welfare.<br /><br />The Girl Scout Animal badges not only teach Girl Scouts about their favorite animals, they also help them discover more about the world around them and how to use what they learn to create positive change.</div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/5112534704428681662'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/5112534704428681662'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/10/explore-world-of-animals-with-new-badges.html' title='Explore the World Of Animals with the New Badges'/><author><name>Deja</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/08851548687259862279</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhEhgXVU8lGQXQylJOuv2zyN6-tOxFtTRfkv6p6Qz1dr2ID0b_xKh0sGq_r0JllQL_FHt4AhB-kJknsrjmK4tUXnYFoMgtKFcWldDr0s-7ggrKQ9M-pI3pM9y8SBbenT4QE6Wcmzbv7BOEiAjdPsln0ciQh--yPk-_hYXO0lDT5Pq6IMYS65ZUsLuh_QKZp=s72-w640-h336-c" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-2464959379639918368</id><published>2023-10-04T09:35:00.002-05:00</published><updated>2023-10-04T09:35:32.238-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#badges"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#Sponsored #Partnership"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Stanley Black and Decker"/><title type='text'>Unlock Creativity with 9 New Maker Badges for Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors</title><content type='html'><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9FH1dnr_4QkGWW8GLM4kP3DTxQw3f5AaOkzHo70jkGs-JFttTelgMhDKrXQis6WejUm9pANxx-tt7zvbDa8ZvE_U7vjOm0jmFd0P_gpHSrv2PhzPoLphlCanqX3KP3UeT-voVuiiE9w02uKczAh6THdpGrdtmYS33hbOK8OFQFIAjcRYzKMdXxumTj4vE/s1200/23_Maker_BlogHeader_200x630_final.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9FH1dnr_4QkGWW8GLM4kP3DTxQw3f5AaOkzHo70jkGs-JFttTelgMhDKrXQis6WejUm9pANxx-tt7zvbDa8ZvE_U7vjOm0jmFd0P_gpHSrv2PhzPoLphlCanqX3KP3UeT-voVuiiE9w02uKczAh6THdpGrdtmYS33hbOK8OFQFIAjcRYzKMdXxumTj4vE/s16000/23_Maker_BlogHeader_200x630_final.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>Calling all makers! Did you know that anybody can be a maker? It’s true! All it takes are the right tools, a little bit of inspiration, and a whole lot of creativity. Of course, it never hurts to have a little help. That’s why Girl Scouts is excited to introduce our Art and Design, Create and Innovate, and Craft and Tinker badges for Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors made possible by Stanley Black &amp; Decker. Each maker badge introduces different concepts and ways to bring ideas to life. Whether your Girl Scout is interested in woodwork, crafting a birdhouse out of milk cartons, welding, or brainstorming how to use solar energy to power a car, there’s an activity for every Girl Scout.<br /><br /><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">Art and Design</h3>In this badge, Girl Scouts will learn about the basics of art and design. They’ll learn how to find inspiration in their world and see that anything can inspire! They’ll learn how to translate the images and ideas in their mind onto a blank page or mold a sculpture. Then they’ll discover the magic of sharing creative work with others. They’ll start learning how to share their pieces with others to spread joy. <br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Craft and Tinker</h3>This badge teaches Girl Scouts how to craft new objects and improve their functionality. By tapping into their imagination, Girl Scouts will see that they can make crafts from almost anything, including recycled materials found around their house—such as turning milk cartons into paper, or using egg cartons as pots for plants. Through doing so, Girl Scouts will learn how to create with users in mind, then ask for feedback to further improve their creation.<h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Create and Innovate</h3></div>Girl Scouts have big dreams and ideas they want to bring to life. With this badge, they’ll tap into their creativity and needed business skills, while learning more about how their big ideas could impact the world around them. Whether it’s diving into an at-home science project or making a creation to benefit the entire STEM community, Girl Scouts will get to unlock their inner innovator, learn the design thinking process, and how to share their innovations with the world. <br /><span><br /></span><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>Every Girl Scout has a unique set of talents and interests. There's no telling what they can achieve when they’re given the opportunity to explore those interests and unlock their creativity. Through our new Maker badges, Girl Scouts will explore future careers in the trades, art, design and beyond. And the best part is, their creations could help the greater community, including their friends and family.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/new-badges.html?utm_campaign=MakerBadges&amp;utm_medium=Blog_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog">Get started with our Maker badges</a>&nbsp;to help Girl Scouts unlock their creativity and see how they can play a part in making the world&nbsp;a better place for us all.</div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/2464959379639918368'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/2464959379639918368'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/10/unlock-creativity-with-9-new-maker.html' title='Unlock Creativity with 9 New Maker Badges for Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors'/><author><name>Deja</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/08851548687259862279</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9FH1dnr_4QkGWW8GLM4kP3DTxQw3f5AaOkzHo70jkGs-JFttTelgMhDKrXQis6WejUm9pANxx-tt7zvbDa8ZvE_U7vjOm0jmFd0P_gpHSrv2PhzPoLphlCanqX3KP3UeT-voVuiiE9w02uKczAh6THdpGrdtmYS33hbOK8OFQFIAjcRYzKMdXxumTj4vE/s72-c/23_Maker_BlogHeader_200x630_final.jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-6675750632396340311</id><published>2023-09-19T08:22:00.000-05:00</published><updated>2023-09-19T08:22:09.104-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#Partnership"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Mental Health"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Mental Health Awareness"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Mental Wellness"/><title type='text'>Guide Girl Scouts Along their Mental Wellness Journey with New Patches</title><content type='html'><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD7e_MFriSwB5NSMXV8S5P-2xQw09G7JJkEgoMHIFVoYEMXKc941YR4boNUER6yv_GNkUWAo6gO-Y16WlVWHC39JICf64ZNVDBOLGKBjonisJgh9lSAZNrXpNcKi6I_uzEclA1IrxKAqVsf-8RmyPgjSr8omDZ8nJYwL35f2E-clj82lJbpMKQfQWu-sAJ/s5000/23_MentalWellnessPatchesProgram_BlogHeader_1200x630_Final.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2625" data-original-width="5000" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD7e_MFriSwB5NSMXV8S5P-2xQw09G7JJkEgoMHIFVoYEMXKc941YR4boNUER6yv_GNkUWAo6gO-Y16WlVWHC39JICf64ZNVDBOLGKBjonisJgh9lSAZNrXpNcKi6I_uzEclA1IrxKAqVsf-8RmyPgjSr8omDZ8nJYwL35f2E-clj82lJbpMKQfQWu-sAJ/w640-h336/23_MentalWellnessPatchesProgram_BlogHeader_1200x630_Final.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Everyone faces their own struggles at some point. Whether it's navigating the ebbs and flows of challenging emotions or learning how to resolve conflicts with friends, life inevitably presents us with a variety of surprises. <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/mental-health-wellness-inclusivity-badges.html?utm_campaign=MentalWellnessAndInclusion&amp;utm_medium=Social_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=Blog" target="_blank">The Girl Scouts' NEW Mental Wellness Patch Program</a> provides tips and free activities to assist girls on their mental wellness journey, all while reminding them that it's okay to not be okay when confronted with life's hurdles. In an effort to diminish the stigma surrounding mental health, the Girl Scouts' new patch program reshapes our perspective on every emotion and the act of expressing how we feel, encouraging everyone to view it as a display of strength and a significant step in our personal self-discovery.<br /><br />In this increasingly challenging world, the imperative to cultivate skills nurturing mental wellness has never been more pronounced, particularly among the younger generation. Equally vital is our role as champions, guiding them through the intricate landscape of their emotions. Introducing Girl Scouts Mental Wellness activities, which unveils a trio of new patches. Each of these patches is meticulously designed to equip girls with the tools to navigate the demands of school, the influence of social media, the flux of emotions, and beyond.<div><br /></div><div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Knowing My Emotions (Girl Scout Juniors, Grades 4-5)</h3>Naming our emotions makes them a lot easier to handle and through these activities kids will learn to do just that. Once they’ve put words to their emotions, Girl Scouts will discover ways to navigate through them, effectively communicate what they are feeling, and learn how to stay mindful as new feelings arise.</div><div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">Finding My Voice (Girl Scout Cadettes, Grades 6-8)</h3>It’s important for everyone to be able to advocate for themselves. These activities will help kids identify their own voice while also teaching them one of life’s most crucial skills: empathy. The activities offer insights into recognizing warning signs and providing support for friends who might be struggling. Additionally, they'll learn about mental health stigma, how to combat it, and to be more mindful when it comes to how screen time makes them feel.</div><div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">Showing Up for Me and You (Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors, Grades 9-12)</h3>When teens understand the impact of mental wellness, it prepares and encourages them to not only advocate for themselves, but stand up for others, especially during tough times. With these activities, Girl Scouts learn ways to nurture themselves with self-care practices such as taking a moment to breathe and reset, or journaling about their emotions whenever a difficult situation comes up. They’ll also learn how to offer support to others when it’s needed most, through active listening, words of encouragement, and showing up with compassion.</div><div>&nbsp; <br />While everyone experiences struggles and we can’t predict what challenges may come our way, the activities in this patch program help Girl Scouts create a safe, supportive community where expressing emotions and advocating for each other is championed and encouraged. As Girl Scouts continue to navigate school, social media, changing emotions, friendships, and other pressures, they’ll carry the self-care and coping skills they learned with them, growing into themselves with strength and confidence. <br /><br />Explore <a href="https://bit.ly/3YlPBBs" target="_blank">FREE Girl Scouts Mental Wellness</a> activities and unlock a special patch today!</div><div>&nbsp;<br /><span><a name='more'></a></span><br />If you, or anyone you know, is struggling, text the Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline, 741741 or call 988 for support. You can also find other useful resources at girlscouts.org/mentalwellness.<br /><br />This mental wellness program is made possible by HCA Healthcare Foundation and developed in collaboration with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).<br /><br />Please note that the content provided in this blog is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or have concerns about your mental health, please seek immediate help by calling emergency services, a mental health crisis hotline in your area, or reaching out to a licensed mental health professional. Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline: 988 and National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255). These hotlines are available 24/7 and provide free, confidential support to anyone experiencing a mental health crisis or suicidal thoughts.</div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/6675750632396340311'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/6675750632396340311'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/09/guide-girl-scouts-along-their-mental.html' title='Guide Girl Scouts Along their Mental Wellness Journey with New Patches'/><author><name>Deja</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/08851548687259862279</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD7e_MFriSwB5NSMXV8S5P-2xQw09G7JJkEgoMHIFVoYEMXKc941YR4boNUER6yv_GNkUWAo6gO-Y16WlVWHC39JICf64ZNVDBOLGKBjonisJgh9lSAZNrXpNcKi6I_uzEclA1IrxKAqVsf-8RmyPgjSr8omDZ8nJYwL35f2E-clj82lJbpMKQfQWu-sAJ/s72-w640-h336-c/23_MentalWellnessPatchesProgram_BlogHeader_1200x630_Final.jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-2528789042309620089</id><published>2023-09-18T08:19:00.002-05:00</published><updated>2023-09-18T11:19:32.141-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Hispanic Heritage Month"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Hispanic Heritage Month Patch"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Latinx"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Patch"/><title type='text'>Six Epic Latina Firsts</title><content type='html'><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkBTUts0BHEqsohV5QSZ9D5_-jFyI1ZtQQjRt8C94pFmcq-ieD0cxVPcR7fKa2nuzv393hao0s834lfru0gVpSmxK48GpyHEvllcZS_68Ej4SU7t_v5AY32r0gV5KXR2mbKVe0qklaMDnx01TbBgSmiyoE7ak3cs46UVtIMpgT16_fnHLA_iLqgfw0knw/s1200/23_AugSeptSocial_HispanicHeritageMonth_BlogHeader_1200x630_Final.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkBTUts0BHEqsohV5QSZ9D5_-jFyI1ZtQQjRt8C94pFmcq-ieD0cxVPcR7fKa2nuzv393hao0s834lfru0gVpSmxK48GpyHEvllcZS_68Ej4SU7t_v5AY32r0gV5KXR2mbKVe0qklaMDnx01TbBgSmiyoE7ak3cs46UVtIMpgT16_fnHLA_iLqgfw0knw/w640-h336/23_AugSeptSocial_HispanicHeritageMonth_BlogHeader_1200x630_Final.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>Happy Hispanic Heritage Month, Girl Scouts! Today and every day, we celebrate the cultural richness of all the people in the U.S. whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Check out these six EPIC women from the Latina community who continue to inspire AND make our world a better and brighter place. <br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">First, we uplift the success and influence of Cuban-American singer-songwriter Gloria Estefan. She was the first Latina to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame this year on June 15th. Estefan also made history in the 1980s and 1990s when she topped international charts with some of her biggest hits like “Rhythm is Gonna Get You,” “Conga,” and “Let’s Get Loud.” It is no doubt that Estefan’s music continues to bring a lively spirit to every room while also being a huge part in paving the way for Latin artists who followed. Way to go, Gloria!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp; <iframe allowfullscreen="" class="giphy-embed" frameborder="0" height="348" src="https://giphy.com/embed/26ufesVHDcURoahK8" width="480"></iframe></div><p>Everyone’s hearts will also forever go “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom” for the one and only Selena Quintanilla! So many danced, sang, and cried to her music and movies, but did you know she has a long list of firsts? Selena was the first Tejano woman to win a Grammy, the first Latina inducted into the Star Trail of Fame at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, and the first Latina to grace the cover of PEOPLE magazine. She even had the first album of primarily Spanish songs to debut globally—which peaked at number one on the Billboard chart. To this day, her legacy continues to shine.</p></div><div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://media.giphy.com/media/un5loBfw7CG3u/giphy.gif" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="124" data-original-width="186" height="267" src="https://media.giphy.com/media/un5loBfw7CG3u/giphy.gif" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Our beloved Girl Scout alum Ellen Ochoa is another awe-inspiring leader. In 1993, she became the first Mexican-American woman to go to space as part of the nine-day mission aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery. Ochoa is a talented engineer, former NASA astronaut, and former director of the Johnson Space Center—talk about reaching for the stars.</div><div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhesCF3html6KojKckzXce0ztJ4ejwYDg7Q3PnwRTaBZzc0IilcvVT3GMN_z2bp4m0L8zO-pXv_9B-J2d1H0HctoH2bTuVoJBantNV-YsM7ag6YfIFuL-snB5b8kKfz0X6h3Y-NL8qB_sZ5vSU8XeLbXbjoaUz3OPDs27d490GS6HprJG9pf9k2QNj_/s4072/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(63).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4072" data-original-width="3256" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhesCF3html6KojKckzXce0ztJ4ejwYDg7Q3PnwRTaBZzc0IilcvVT3GMN_z2bp4m0L8zO-pXv_9B-J2d1H0HctoH2bTuVoJBantNV-YsM7ag6YfIFuL-snB5b8kKfz0X6h3Y-NL8qB_sZ5vSU8XeLbXbjoaUz3OPDs27d490GS6HprJG9pf9k2QNj_/w320-h400/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(63).png" width="320" /></a></div><br />Next up, we have Nina Otero-Warren. She was the first Hispanic woman to run (and be elected) to Congress in 1922 and became the first superintendent of the Santa Fe public schools. A champion of women’s voting rights and education in New Mexico, she is now one of the several women whose images are featured on the U.S. quarter. Simply AMAZING. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5DrKfG03QHYeSBRpW77zGzgVuAMr_xgZC2tgPxAgH-xGd4dhKtQR7crXKj8pG92SRKXOKJHeHg2FxWDIHWMzfK_TZOv41pEQKDTH07Bh4HfbpwQs9fzzdiBfeUq5fBwNkuL8PQsOWfxVGRMdTevobt7hZ-1xlaMlICWOeQsiulq-HFcALnMNrsiDA/s1024/service-pnp-ggbain-36100-36127v%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="747" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5DrKfG03QHYeSBRpW77zGzgVuAMr_xgZC2tgPxAgH-xGd4dhKtQR7crXKj8pG92SRKXOKJHeHg2FxWDIHWMzfK_TZOv41pEQKDTH07Bh4HfbpwQs9fzzdiBfeUq5fBwNkuL8PQsOWfxVGRMdTevobt7hZ-1xlaMlICWOeQsiulq-HFcALnMNrsiDA/w291-h400/service-pnp-ggbain-36100-36127v%20(1).jpg" width="291" /></a></div>Meet Katya Echazarreta! In June of 2022, Katya became the first Mexican-born woman to go to space—only the second Mexican after Rodolfo Neri Vela. As an electrical engineer and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) enthusiast, Katya certainly made her mark.<br /><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="es">This is the face of a woman who kept a promise she made at 7 years old. <br /><br />Esta es una mujer que cumplió una promesa que hizo a los 7 años. <a href="https://t.co/J3H488QrLF">pic.twitter.com/J3H488QrLF</a></p>— Ing. Kat Echazarreta (@katvoltage) <a href="https://twitter.com/katvoltage/status/1533447089992175618?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 5, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>Last but CERTAINLY not least. You know her; you love her! Laurie Hernandez had us flipping out (pun intended) all throughout the 2016 Rio Olympic games with her talent, but did you know she became the first Latina to make it to the U.S. Women’s Olympic Gymnastics team in 30 years? Born to Puerto Rican parents, Laurie has always shown love and admiration for her culture while winning some medals along the way. She’s now earning a degree at New York University Tisch School of the Arts and empowers college students to tap into their vulnerability at conferences throughout the nation. Absolutely remarkable!</div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;&nbsp;<iframe allowfullscreen="" class="giphy-embed" frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://giphy.com/embed/U3huIar9lasj1MiCVw" width="480"></iframe></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><b><u> These are just a few incredible Latinas—there are countless others to celebrate! </u></b>So, here’s to many more historic firsts! Show us how you’ll be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and share the story of an exceptional Latina in your life by tagging @girlscouts on your social media posts.<br /><br />Don’t forget to<a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/gs-hispanic-heritage-month-sew-on-patch"> check out the Hispanic Heritage Month patch</a>.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>¡Hasta luego!<br /></div></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/2528789042309620089'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/2528789042309620089'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/09/six-epic-latina-firsts.html' title='Six Epic Latina Firsts'/><author><name>Camila Garcia-Molina</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/07073791964345648406</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkBTUts0BHEqsohV5QSZ9D5_-jFyI1ZtQQjRt8C94pFmcq-ieD0cxVPcR7fKa2nuzv393hao0s834lfru0gVpSmxK48GpyHEvllcZS_68Ej4SU7t_v5AY32r0gV5KXR2mbKVe0qklaMDnx01TbBgSmiyoE7ak3cs46UVtIMpgT16_fnHLA_iLqgfw0knw/s72-w640-h336-c/23_AugSeptSocial_HispanicHeritageMonth_BlogHeader_1200x630_Final.jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-8368446943381163680</id><published>2023-09-14T17:04:00.017-05:00</published><updated>2023-09-15T15:04:51.483-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="National Board"/><title type='text'>Meet Noorain Khan, the new National President of Girl Scouts of the USA!</title><content type='html'><div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7QSzv2v4uA1lYwb1bSOK6FEiPFM70D214rKyJVFMaU1l6hg97D-1k7teWSmtDYKdmCJUB_9Jt69DPlBC0HsDSfO7uXcH3vI8LlyRJLEHwq0PNo81k6XzgkeEOuZE3k6euN_NyuV8OwslImWkFMnAz3XcLGYqjWfzb4WVlDchQpkoG9lXApXaPNZND9mM/s3777/noorain%20khan-headshot.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Image description: Woman smiling on blue background" border="0" data-original-height="2124" data-original-width="3777" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7QSzv2v4uA1lYwb1bSOK6FEiPFM70D214rKyJVFMaU1l6hg97D-1k7teWSmtDYKdmCJUB_9Jt69DPlBC0HsDSfO7uXcH3vI8LlyRJLEHwq0PNo81k6XzgkeEOuZE3k6euN_NyuV8OwslImWkFMnAz3XcLGYqjWfzb4WVlDchQpkoG9lXApXaPNZND9mM/w640-h360/noorain%20khan-headshot.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table><i><br /></i></div><div><i>Guest Author: Noorain Khan</i></div><div><br /></div>I’m truly humbled by the faith and trust placed in me by Girl Scouts across our Movement to lead one of the most powerful forces for girls in this country and the world, and I’m so excited for all the important work we will all accomplish together. <br /><br /><div>I know firsthand the lifechanging impact that our organization has on Girl Scouts’ lives because I am a product of this very community and its commitment to building the leaders of today and tomorrow. <br /><br />In the early 1990s, I joined troop 369 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, as a Brownie. Girl Scouts built my confidence, connected me to my community, and gave me opportunity after opportunity to develop my leadership skills.<br /><br /></div><div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUk6MHNeu5doYsVvRxP5gknuSVYsU8xn2xWqBtQU61munRJvw3OzgywRDLF_8fIqLt4toBYoM0UzZi0YMP6fLeDnytAsQSnwBLGr9s2P2KDsf1NFEEh-P2uzMLMTw-KQhEZsOEufEe1RbAFrAqj4FZFbf-yp5Hg5TIj_LSiGyC9Qq9iFtI417ZMuRM5Zo/s320/membership%20card%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Image description: Girl Scout membership card, white with green text, circa 2001" border="0" data-original-height="230" data-original-width="320" height="461" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUk6MHNeu5doYsVvRxP5gknuSVYsU8xn2xWqBtQU61munRJvw3OzgywRDLF_8fIqLt4toBYoM0UzZi0YMP6fLeDnytAsQSnwBLGr9s2P2KDsf1NFEEh-P2uzMLMTw-KQhEZsOEufEe1RbAFrAqj4FZFbf-yp5Hg5TIj_LSiGyC9Qq9iFtI417ZMuRM5Zo/w640-h461/membership%20card%20(2).jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="ui-provider en bka bgm ckj ckk ckl ckm ckn cko ckp ckq ckr cks ckt cku ckv ckw ckx cky ckz cla clb clc cld cle clf clg clh cli clj clk cll clm cln clo" dir="ltr">My membership card from Troop 369.</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div>It was Girl Scouts where I first learned to write a grant, tried camping, organized my faith community, and developed a passion for justice. <br /><br />My Girl Scout experience overflowed with strong and lasting friendships, roaring campfires, countless caring adults, and taking those big, sometimes scary leaps. It was about endlessly exploring, discovering new interests, and seeing those interests blossom into passions and, ultimately, career pursuits.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>As much as those experiences meant to me then, I would never have imagined they were starting me on a path that would lead to my <a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/girl-scouts-of-the-usa-selects-new-national-board-president-301882697.html" target="_blank">election this summer as Girl Scouts’ 27th National President.</a><br /><br /></div><div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSz9PKxwkBV7a_zbZAxCwRSzLuw59MBnWyuK3m_bzbnT--W780-kx_Gef_R-8Heb28snhdcsF8UG-yT8QOHMSd1U6k5nNzSg4CiR_TKGCbY_jPKdGro_XUNMr8zGEEeJRFv9S50bTqrOdPp3KguEgcjIFO3qVo76AasaKA-NJkiErjeyjtl4FiqFhuzxA/s494/noorain%20girl%20scouts%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="A younger Noorain Khan and friend smile while washing dishes at Girl Scout camp" border="0" data-original-height="371" data-original-width="494" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSz9PKxwkBV7a_zbZAxCwRSzLuw59MBnWyuK3m_bzbnT--W780-kx_Gef_R-8Heb28snhdcsF8UG-yT8QOHMSd1U6k5nNzSg4CiR_TKGCbY_jPKdGro_XUNMr8zGEEeJRFv9S50bTqrOdPp3KguEgcjIFO3qVo76AasaKA-NJkiErjeyjtl4FiqFhuzxA/w640-h480/noorain%20girl%20scouts%20(2).jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="ui-provider en bka bgm ckj ckk ckl ckm ckn cko ckp ckq ckr cks ckt cku ckv ckw ckx cky ckz cla clb clc cld cle clf clg clh cli clj clk cll clm cln clo" dir="ltr"><span class="ui-provider eo bvi bvj bvk bvl bvm bvn bvo bvp bvq bvr bvs bvt bvu bvv bvw bvx bvy bvz bwa bwb bwc bwd bwe bwf bwg bwh bwi bwj bwk bwl bwm bwn bwo bwp" dir="ltr">Dishwashing fun with a Girl Scout bestie at Camp Anna Behrens</span></span></td></tr></tbody></table><br />My Girl Scout story started with my mom responding to a flyer that came home in my backpack one day in second grade. She remembered her days as a Girl Guide in Pakistan and knew this was one experience we could share across borders.  <br /><br />As I continued on my Girl Scout journey, every year provided new opportunities. <br /><br />In high school, I wrote a grant proposal to fund my mosque’s youth group as part of my Gold Award project. This gave me an early taste of philanthropy and started me on the path to my current role as a senior leader at the Ford Foundation. I now have the privilege of funding some of our world’s most iconic and impactful nonprofits in the fight to end global inequality.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One of the most profound experiences I had as a Girl Scout was when I participated in a girl leadership and social justice program at my council called Face It. It was the single most diverse gathering of young women I’d ever encountered, and it blew my world and mind wide open.<br /><br /></div></div><div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMu77bg50u14GkhlUDP_GTvbc-hVtSoaWozoSUlhdIzPXT7rNwl3Sl1EYr4XtJ6Co4bgOmTl6Xp3yCCOlMk8JelCedDptOmQIvuK3XR1drwvemod8yO5Oy69l_mVcUb-5rg-LznPEbLYPxEQjAbRjp9NHOPW5fFjIDk3L9JLKFRN26Bzhr6juRqrXebEE/s1041/noorain%20growing%20up.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Photograph of fourteen teenage girls sitting on steps in front of a building, labeled with first names" border="0" data-original-height="586" data-original-width="1041" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMu77bg50u14GkhlUDP_GTvbc-hVtSoaWozoSUlhdIzPXT7rNwl3Sl1EYr4XtJ6Co4bgOmTl6Xp3yCCOlMk8JelCedDptOmQIvuK3XR1drwvemod8yO5Oy69l_mVcUb-5rg-LznPEbLYPxEQjAbRjp9NHOPW5fFjIDk3L9JLKFRN26Bzhr6juRqrXebEE/w640-h360/noorain%20growing%20up.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="TextRun Highlight SCXW59935419 BCX0" data-contrast="none" face="&quot;Girl Scout Text Book&quot;, &quot;Girl Scout Text Book_EmbeddedFont&quot;, &quot;Girl Scout Text Book_MSFontService&quot;, sans-serif" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; color: #212529; font-size: 10pt; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 16.1875px; margin: 0px; outline: transparent solid 1px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-US"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59935419 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Being a part of</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59935419 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59935419 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">Face It</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59935419 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59935419 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">w</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59935419 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">ith these </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW59935419 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">young women changed my life.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW59935419 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}" face="&quot;Girl Scout Text Book&quot;, &quot;Girl Scout Text Book_EmbeddedFont&quot;, &quot;Girl Scout Text Book_MSFontService&quot;, sans-serif" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; color: #212529; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 16.1875px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;">&nbsp;</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br />I met girls of different races, queer girls, girls who’d experienced economic hardship, girls who lived far out from the city, girls who went to private school, girls who expressed no faith, and those for whom, like me, faith was everything. <br /><br />It was radically inclusive and for me, transformative, as a hijab-wearing Muslim girl. At my monolithic school, I was the different one. In the Face It program, I was part of an amazing group of diverse individuals <b>being different together.</b></div><div><b><br /></b>And we learned how to build a culture and space where Girl Scouts could safely be their fullest selves. Our work together, designing and delivering dynamic workshops to troops of all ages, was so clearly better for it. <br /><br />This remains the example to me of a true Girl Scout experience of belonging. <b>Of being different, together.</b> How I felt in Face It boosted my confidence, self-perception, and character—and it showed me what can be accomplished with a diverse group of people working together for a common purpose. <br /><br />My Face It experience is on my mind a lot whenever I think about the community of support and inspiration we build and foster at Girl Scouts. As your National President, one of my areas of focus will be ensuring ALL girls feel they belong at Girl Scouts and that we are a place where they know they can thrive.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW5H2x5ZWnJyP4fYEILgFPdP5tVhukyBPlVBJxIJ1y5iEZwSWrcL_aOAYfu6NkGtJjjMDJa8OTiCbAYr9BEvfvLGwK3IywVhQowr7R4UX2GVyPCNjAWYbJqNCYj7dx674_XerD6Ig_djHeTvO1Za9M52P9yja-TMO5Nqke6jLx1XoBv10uR332HVYeByA/s856/sandra-day-oconnor-noorain-khan.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor and a younger Noorain Khan and her mother greet one another with smiles and a ha" border="0" data-original-height="481" data-original-width="856" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW5H2x5ZWnJyP4fYEILgFPdP5tVhukyBPlVBJxIJ1y5iEZwSWrcL_aOAYfu6NkGtJjjMDJa8OTiCbAYr9BEvfvLGwK3IywVhQowr7R4UX2GVyPCNjAWYbJqNCYj7dx674_XerD6Ig_djHeTvO1Za9M52P9yja-TMO5Nqke6jLx1XoBv10uR332HVYeByA/w640-h360/sandra-day-oconnor-noorain-khan.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Me and my mom meeting the honorable Sandra Day O'Connor—the first woman justice of the Supreme Court of the United States—at a National Gold Award luncheon in 2002.&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></div><br /><div>Part of this work is to acknowledge that we can and should do more to reach and engage Black communities and communities of color, girls with disabilities, LGBTQ+ girls, and those for whom Girl Scouting is not financially accessible. They should feel safe, welcomed, and supported and be able to achieve program outcomes on par with all their Girl Scout peers.</div><div><br /></div><div>Girl Scouts blessed me with a network of caring adults, some of whom shared some aspects of my identity and some of whom didn’t. I didn’t have a hijab-wearing Pakistani Muslim troop leader. My Girl Scout leaders were mostly white and of different faith traditions than mine. But they understood me and supported me. They activated and empowered me. And they worked to make Girl Scouts a place where I felt like I belonged. <br /><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8h5hyXbbtolaKLmzSnRVIuYhucmO2wQuZXgI8ONMr9NZLiKy0g5dKBm99RlA_PjH-4AHyUdLt6cRex2z7V-qY_BL5I1IwHBZ4odXXHtkA3PtV8GKYUbfhoKU6R9kdXIQZt-hoJn1Vpms5yYd3FyDlpQOPLzjvdh20UlvGU-OWWaH-kVAJRtr1vzz2HZY/s777/noorain%20with%20girl%20scouts.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Noorain Khan poses with seated and standing Girl Scouts of all ages at the Coronado Springs convention center" border="0" data-original-height="435" data-original-width="777" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8h5hyXbbtolaKLmzSnRVIuYhucmO2wQuZXgI8ONMr9NZLiKy0g5dKBm99RlA_PjH-4AHyUdLt6cRex2z7V-qY_BL5I1IwHBZ4odXXHtkA3PtV8GKYUbfhoKU6R9kdXIQZt-hoJn1Vpms5yYd3FyDlpQOPLzjvdh20UlvGU-OWWaH-kVAJRtr1vzz2HZY/w640-h358/noorain%20with%20girl%20scouts.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="ui-provider en bka bgm ckj ckk ckl ckm ckn cko ckp ckq ckr cks ckt cku ckv ckw ckx cky ckz cla clb clc cld cle clf clg clh cli clj clk cll clm cln clo" dir="ltr">At convention with 30 of my new BFFs!</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div>That is work I am committed to doing for this generation of Girl Scouts and beyond. <br /><br /></div><div>Because the world needs more Girl Scouts. <br /><br />In a world of “me,” Girl Scouts are the vital “we,” a unique force for good in the country and the world. Working together during this triennium, <i><b>we will</b></i> continue to earn our status as the premier girl leadership program in the world, delivering best-in-class program outcomes, creating generations more of leaders with courage, confidence, and character who <b>will </b>make the world a better place. <br /><br /><b><i>Why? Because we are One Movement, being different and moving forward together.<br /></i></b></div><div><b><i><br /></i></b></div><div>The Girl Scouts changed the trajectory of my life, and my unwavering commitment will be to ensure that it continues to be the best place for all girls to feel that they belong and to learn how they will thrive and lead.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkb7Ll_Ai4ivv1yfW666wSldqcl6m73nIQM8mWL938BfwjQChRaurv-ZG0pMgEpQ6SNsVXn1_D5ko4198-6oRxF7lfx7Y10kFkbEqdxV8amrBO7qqN_jy-28VfvOkJ4drY8nqqLRH2TWeok_pRnp-JmaIp33tPlL_XdzNw1EFm32-PQXTYTBHPgPuUq-Y/s730/noorain%20with%20bonnie%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Noorain Khan and Bonnie Barczykowski smile outdoors" border="0" data-original-height="411" data-original-width="730" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkb7Ll_Ai4ivv1yfW666wSldqcl6m73nIQM8mWL938BfwjQChRaurv-ZG0pMgEpQ6SNsVXn1_D5ko4198-6oRxF7lfx7Y10kFkbEqdxV8amrBO7qqN_jy-28VfvOkJ4drY8nqqLRH2TWeok_pRnp-JmaIp33tPlL_XdzNw1EFm32-PQXTYTBHPgPuUq-Y/w640-h360/noorain%20with%20bonnie%20(2).jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="ui-provider en bka bgm ckj ckk ckl ckm ckn cko ckp ckq ckr cks ckt cku ckv ckw ckx cky ckz cla clb clc cld cle clf clg clh cli clj clk cll clm cln clo" dir="ltr">Bonnie and I enjoy a moment of downtime at the 2023 Girl Scout Convention.</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br />I am honored to lead the incredible board elected alongside me and also to partner with our fearless CEO Bonnie Barczykowski. As a former council CEO, she knows what it means to deliver for our girls day in and day out and I am excited to build together in partnership with her. </div><div><br />I am so proud of the <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.girlscouts.org/en/footer/press-room/2023-press-announcements/girl-scouts-of-the-usa-announces-new-board-leadership-for-the-200.html&amp;sa=D&amp;source=docs&amp;ust=1694722275301991&amp;usg=AOvVaw3OzaIQbevlBzxIxFRUMH6j" target="_blank">Board members elected to the Girl Scouts of the USA National Board</a> and independent members elected to the National Board Development Committee for the 2023-2026 triennium. <br /><br />Some are longtime members and volunteers in our Movement, with years (sometimes generations!) of connections. For others, this is their first formal connection to Girl Scouting. We are brought together by our passionate belief in building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. I have had the privilege of spending time with each of these incredible individuals and I am truly energized to partner with them for our important work ahead.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimbK8bsg5e2K-4H9J6ubAoqPY7nOqxbrf4uzgbaoJf_K2Ke-ENw9L2OcoMMNPPWgvG0ere29qyCkyVetKpaWo2kINiGokBwj2rz3rAQbGacQLpb9stkyvewHgDa9iX3nkFcSQ5kMfpfDK1m-ylh3f-gjGxUWu8P50QHRyDw3mTBVzZXnFAwfOxri4Ts0w/s3186/noorain%20with%20national%20gs%20boardPicture2%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Girl Scout National Board Officers Mary Ann Altergott, Trooper Sanders, Noorain Khan, Jeanne Kwong Bickford, and Diane Tipton applaud and smile on stage" border="0" data-original-height="1793" data-original-width="3186" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimbK8bsg5e2K-4H9J6ubAoqPY7nOqxbrf4uzgbaoJf_K2Ke-ENw9L2OcoMMNPPWgvG0ere29qyCkyVetKpaWo2kINiGokBwj2rz3rAQbGacQLpb9stkyvewHgDa9iX3nkFcSQ5kMfpfDK1m-ylh3f-gjGxUWu8P50QHRyDw3mTBVzZXnFAwfOxri4Ts0w/w640-h362/noorain%20with%20national%20gs%20boardPicture2%20(2).jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="ui-provider en bka bgm ckj ckk ckl ckm ckn cko ckp ckq ckr cks ckt cku ckv ckw ckx cky ckz cla clb clc cld cle clf clg clh cli clj clk cll clm cln clo" dir="ltr">Mary Ann Altergott, Trooper Sanders, me, Jeanne Kwong Bickford, and Diane Tipton—your 2023–2026<strong>&nbsp;</strong>National Board Officers!</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br />I want to say a big thank you to our passionate and dedicated volunteers, our amazing Girl Scout families, our committed community supporters, and of course, our extraordinary Girl Scouts. I am deeply honored to take on this role and to engage with all of you in this new era of Girl Scouting. <br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNJ6X-t5tjixUcBfbtOOm4LFYrjYNZq506TQQ8UAUdIxhS8GrFXQdfMEmmzWfaVE15tkDPZzEZNJdpOPnoKZVgUce50YB4sOzUDx5IB6btsZJ94wEPA0NkKH3l8A6X926v4Ev6-Edz-g7D0-veHIMLrYKmpTl1Usg_Noq5pShAjJbPhRaD0TvCZA0lzv4/s308/noorain%20patch.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="An arched patch with a green border showing a small pink tree on the left and a larger pink tree with a trefoil in the center. The trees have branching brown roots, reaching into golden soil. A white girl with green hair is seated under the tree on the left. A brown girl with a white hijab is placing soil under the tree on her knees on the right side. To her right is Black girl with white hair and a green prosthetic leg who is watering the soil. The top has the words &quot;Noorain Fatima Khan&quot; and the bottom has &quot;Girl Scout National President.&quot;" border="0" data-original-height="308" data-original-width="303" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNJ6X-t5tjixUcBfbtOOm4LFYrjYNZq506TQQ8UAUdIxhS8GrFXQdfMEmmzWfaVE15tkDPZzEZNJdpOPnoKZVgUce50YB4sOzUDx5IB6btsZJ94wEPA0NkKH3l8A6X926v4Ev6-Edz-g7D0-veHIMLrYKmpTl1Usg_Noq5pShAjJbPhRaD0TvCZA0lzv4/w394-h400/noorain%20patch.png" width="394" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="ui-provider en bka bgm ckj ckk ckl ckm ckn cko ckp ckq ckr cks ckt cku ckv ckw ckx cky ckz cla clb clc cld cle clf clg clh cli clj clk cll clm cln clo" dir="ltr">My Girl Scout National President Patch</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">P.S. I am so proud to share my Girl Scouts of the USA National President Patch! This patch is about us and what we are going to do together as a Movement to live out our highest aspirations. It depicts girls 'being different together' and 'making the world a better place.' The tree with the trefoil in the center also represents our Movement. It has deep, powerful and grounding roots and bright, new branches-and the girls are caring for it together. Finally, the gold soil represents how much our highest award, the Gold Award, means to me as our first Gold Award Girl Scout President.</div></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/8368446943381163680'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/8368446943381163680'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/09/meet-noorain-khan-gsusa-national-president.html' title='Meet Noorain Khan, the new National President of Girl Scouts of the USA!'/><author><name>Unknown</name><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7QSzv2v4uA1lYwb1bSOK6FEiPFM70D214rKyJVFMaU1l6hg97D-1k7teWSmtDYKdmCJUB_9Jt69DPlBC0HsDSfO7uXcH3vI8LlyRJLEHwq0PNo81k6XzgkeEOuZE3k6euN_NyuV8OwslImWkFMnAz3XcLGYqjWfzb4WVlDchQpkoG9lXApXaPNZND9mM/s72-w640-h360-c/noorain%20khan-headshot.jpg" height="72" width="72"/><georss:featurename>New York, NY, USA</georss:featurename><georss:point>40.7127753 -74.0059728</georss:point><georss:box>12.402541463821152 -109.1622228 69.023009136178842 -38.849722799999995</georss:box></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-5847883951616305434</id><published>2023-08-08T08:52:00.002-05:00</published><updated>2023-08-08T11:59:49.273-05:00</updated><title type='text'>5 Fun Activities to Celebrate Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend</title><content type='html'><p><span class="TextRun SCXW119972259 BCX0" color="windowtext" data-contrast="none" face="Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 18.3458px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;" xml:lang="EN-US"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHHTmQVa06s3IqoeAJ6vKQsAklldAiTT9QjEgguf2WUfsd7HHGaDBu7pFsKCSKTcOFmJo6iJ7ZVMspg8Hd3lIJe0yqMaiQP6g5deB_AtGuc2nVGB0ayXOc_2UtXjReDPyCkCB1zx_XDWg9B1gnL5w41K96QH4vaNPFajh74RV5UnytCddyKQVCrOKA_OvR/s1200/23_GSUSA_LSPBlog_1200x630.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHHTmQVa06s3IqoeAJ6vKQsAklldAiTT9QjEgguf2WUfsd7HHGaDBu7pFsKCSKTcOFmJo6iJ7ZVMspg8Hd3lIJe0yqMaiQP6g5deB_AtGuc2nVGB0ayXOc_2UtXjReDPyCkCB1zx_XDWg9B1gnL5w41K96QH4vaNPFajh74RV5UnytCddyKQVCrOKA_OvR/w640-h336/23_GSUSA_LSPBlog_1200x630.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br />It’s that time of year, Girl Scouts! Get excited for <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/ways-to-participate/camp-and-outdoors/love-state-parks.html?utm_campaign=LoveStateParks&amp;utm_medium=Blog_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=GSLSP2023">Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend</a> on September 9 and 10. Over this weekend, you’ll get to explore the wonders of your local state parks with your friends and family. Plus, you’ll be able to earn the Girl Scouts Love State Parks <a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/girl-scouts-love-state-parks-2023-sew-on-patch?utm_campaign=girl_scouts_love_state_parks_2023&amp;utm_source=girlscouts.org&amp;utm_medium=referral">patch</a> by participating in activities that show off your love of nature like hiking, birdwatching, and cleaning up your favorite trails. By leading the way, you could inspire others to help make the planet a cleaner and more beautiful place.&nbsp;<div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>Amidst this scorching heat wave, safety first! If you and your Girl Scouts reside in one of the states experiencing a heat wave, remember to stay cool and hydrated. Explore responsibly and seek shaded areas to beat the heat.</i><br /><br />Wondering what type of activities you can do at state parks? We’ve got you covered! <br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Geocaching</h3>Geocaching is a real-life treasure hunt! It’s a fun way to tap into your sense of adventure and explore cool, unique hiding spots, called caches, around your state park. It requires a phone or an understanding of how to use GPS coordinates, so it’s best to do this activity with an adult. When you geocache, you’ll get to search for all sorts of hidden objects throughout the park like, notes, loose change, or small toys. To get the most of this activity, consider planning ahead by hiding things to find and writing down the coordinates you’re most interested in exploring—and most importantly, have fun! <br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Nature Art and Journaling</h3>Nature is one of the best inspirations for art! Whether it’s a beautiful bird or a sky full of stars, state parks are a great place to get inspired and dive into any art piece or your next journal entry. After journeying through new trails with friends, take a moment to tap into your creativity and reflect on your experience through art! If this activity feels right for you, remember to pack up your notebooks and the drawing materials you’ll need for your next masterpiece. <br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Birdwatching and Photography</h3>Birdwatching is a popular activity that teaches patience and observation while fostering an appreciation for our feathered friends. Through birdwatching you can discover the natural habitats and listen to the callings of every bird, with or without binoculars. Take pictures of the birds you find and share your results with us on social using #gslovestateparks <br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Picnicking and Stargazing</h3>Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend is filled with adventurous activities, but if you’re looking for something more relaxing there’s lots to choose from, like picnicking and stargazing! They’re great ways to make the most of your experience and bond with your friends and family. You can prepare by packing a comfy blanket, snacks and your favorite Girl Scout cookies to share, then enjoy a night full of stars. Just be sure to throw away any trash to keep your favorite state parks clean!  <br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Outdoor Yoga</h3>Yoga is a wonderful way to get grounded and align yourself during each moment. What better place to practice yoga than by doing so in the beautiful outdoors, at Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend? In between diving into handfuls of adventure-packed activities, you can slow things down by tuning into your breath, treating your body with kindness and flowing with the ones you cherish most. <br /><br />No matter how you choose to get out and explore a state park, you’ll develop an appreciation for the natural world while spending time with loved ones. State parks offer chances to be active and relax. If you’re ready to learn more, download our FREE <a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/girl-scouts-love-state-parks-2023-sew-on-patch?utm_campaign=girl_scouts_love_state_parks_2023&amp;utm_source=girlscouts.org&amp;utm_medium=referral">passport activity</a> to kick-start your state park exploration. Let’s lead the way and get excited to unlock a new appreciation for nature during this year’s <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/ways-to-participate/camp-and-outdoors/love-state-parks.html?utm_campaign=LoveStateParks&amp;utm_medium=Blog_GSUSA&amp;utm_source=GSLSP2023">Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend</a>! Share your experience by tagging @girlscouts and @thorindustries in your posts on social media, along with #gsoutdoors and #GSLoveStateParks. </div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/5847883951616305434'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/5847883951616305434'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/08/5-fun-activities-to-celebrate-girl.html' title='5 Fun Activities to Celebrate Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend'/><author><name>Deja</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/08851548687259862279</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHHTmQVa06s3IqoeAJ6vKQsAklldAiTT9QjEgguf2WUfsd7HHGaDBu7pFsKCSKTcOFmJo6iJ7ZVMspg8Hd3lIJe0yqMaiQP6g5deB_AtGuc2nVGB0ayXOc_2UtXjReDPyCkCB1zx_XDWg9B1gnL5w41K96QH4vaNPFajh74RV5UnytCddyKQVCrOKA_OvR/s72-w640-h336-c/23_GSUSA_LSPBlog_1200x630.jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-6936125143815457708</id><published>2023-08-04T10:26:00.001-05:00</published><updated>2023-08-04T10:27:06.638-05:00</updated><title type='text'>Celebrating Some of the Best Moments from Phenom By Girl Scouts! </title><content type='html'><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY8NaPlgqEHNpwWk-7S01oXyFoEvwN8nxxADG0Irfh5LAdxijaCskJ4LYL1Vn90z_shiqUw_OrFaoMwVGWlxx4ceKW3tKltVhyPCuWcA1FhJJZ8kI75W6Sh0Sy_OIMeCdLm9GZyo19RjLyjQ6ChCekPcFxjNNktXezph6b2MDdLzxgt0L2y3L_dEsE9rM/s1200/23_PhenomByGirlScoutsRewind_BlogHeader_1200x630%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY8NaPlgqEHNpwWk-7S01oXyFoEvwN8nxxADG0Irfh5LAdxijaCskJ4LYL1Vn90z_shiqUw_OrFaoMwVGWlxx4ceKW3tKltVhyPCuWcA1FhJJZ8kI75W6Sh0Sy_OIMeCdLm9GZyo19RjLyjQ6ChCekPcFxjNNktXezph6b2MDdLzxgt0L2y3L_dEsE9rM/w640-h336/23_PhenomByGirlScoutsRewind_BlogHeader_1200x630%20(1).png" width="640" /></a><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">2023 National Convention Recap</h3><div><br /></div>In Lake Buena Vista, nearly ten thousand Girl Scouts, volunteers, and supporters converged for an unforgettable experience this past July at the 2023 Girl Scout Convention. The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement, inspiration, and innovation as we came together to celebrate the phenomenal power of our Movement.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWoubBd8vVsPYZiN0ahvFHdziyGFMOPeCx7pu7aHJPlUMBsn0q55Jk1oZG6TfAKmWzeItvO8QZ_cEb-dqR3-96n-5SbezWdqTBTturpskAiqDnMRYMLDqUwDWZGpZ8CSyoskeOrYezmT96wqd8it4xVdkuXp6iBPXSfbnyoj-Vh_T_R1n2vMiK6w8c6Xk/s4240/DSC00325-Edit.jpg" style="clear: left; display: inline; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4240" height="182" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWoubBd8vVsPYZiN0ahvFHdziyGFMOPeCx7pu7aHJPlUMBsn0q55Jk1oZG6TfAKmWzeItvO8QZ_cEb-dqR3-96n-5SbezWdqTBTturpskAiqDnMRYMLDqUwDWZGpZ8CSyoskeOrYezmT96wqd8it4xVdkuXp6iBPXSfbnyoj-Vh_T_R1n2vMiK6w8c6Xk/w271-h182/DSC00325-Edit.jpg" width="271" /></a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtLbZEZ3QmcbOy8t-g4B2DS_FVENwlewTiQS0eOmPXA2heCTuqf0puHZyh6RqKWeGGJdaoPagjg0lMV0E4ZuW2crXfne4jJB8weWMtd8hs4dWakFeBQoL5bskN4pyYS_JsGolL4s0cqvJQGbSDSPX6FBinK6UCYKF36qOZkddmJdGF8M3jJzGQczMScYU/s4240/DSC05551.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4240" height="182" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtLbZEZ3QmcbOy8t-g4B2DS_FVENwlewTiQS0eOmPXA2heCTuqf0puHZyh6RqKWeGGJdaoPagjg0lMV0E4ZuW2crXfne4jJB8weWMtd8hs4dWakFeBQoL5bskN4pyYS_JsGolL4s0cqvJQGbSDSPX6FBinK6UCYKF36qOZkddmJdGF8M3jJzGQczMScYU/w272-h182/DSC05551.jpg" width="272" /></a><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><b>56th National Council Session</b><br /><br />The week kicked off with inspiring speakers and lively discussions at the 56th National Council Session (NCS). This triennial business meeting gives delegates from every Girl Scout council across the nation and USA Girl Scouts Overseas a chance to discuss, debate, and, most importantly, vote on issues that are key to the Girl Scout Movement. The delegates also elect national leaders for the next triennium. <br /><br />NCS was marked by pivotal moments that set the stage for growth and transformation within the Girl Scout Movement.<a href="https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/07/thank-you-karen-layng.html"> We expressed gratitude to Karen P. Layng for her lifelong dedication and service</a> as she concluded her tenure as National Board President of Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA). Then, we welcomed Noorain F. Khan as the newly elected National Board President. Khan will lead<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/footer/leadership/national-board.html"> a diverse 30-member National Board of Directors,</a> which will manage governance, legal, and fiduciary responsibilities while working with the Movement to continue building girls of confidence, courage and character.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzxhA9xLgdRjqsn_K_ItPf6Rkc3Lkp_pfHNgqmkONy6mcGytnf3Fbkz_LgtXf3rx3bTg8gFZWjHMUFVycFwzJ1vXnOyzC-3kQDbMFVQ_hTmF79d0hdtuz108yogY48yh24ODu9wlI14TpD0jdv9PwK9l7Pj9wkYhvItvqqzUIwRhKr03GoB8AVETC5HOc/s4240/DSC03058.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4240" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzxhA9xLgdRjqsn_K_ItPf6Rkc3Lkp_pfHNgqmkONy6mcGytnf3Fbkz_LgtXf3rx3bTg8gFZWjHMUFVycFwzJ1vXnOyzC-3kQDbMFVQ_hTmF79d0hdtuz108yogY48yh24ODu9wlI14TpD0jdv9PwK9l7Pj9wkYhvItvqqzUIwRhKr03GoB8AVETC5HOc/w271-h181/DSC03058.jpg" width="271" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNupf1Hj9lIfAQw4JyeYVmi9CftV3Z5yoTrA7QVXaGAER7xG3C2rfu908MIJY9J9DDr_QMKpcQc-NeAJQeQGiISV8m_A4svjfKn9TIOPy3I9uFmhoe5xGx0alYJ5b-eL0aUOZM8air27iB5ZrqBAkuNroV7ryRzCG3ardMcw8OlhuE5YR4qRtVlbuVBYE/s4240/DSC06676-Edit.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4240" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNupf1Hj9lIfAQw4JyeYVmi9CftV3Z5yoTrA7QVXaGAER7xG3C2rfu908MIJY9J9DDr_QMKpcQc-NeAJQeQGiISV8m_A4svjfKn9TIOPy3I9uFmhoe5xGx0alYJ5b-eL0aUOZM8air27iB5ZrqBAkuNroV7ryRzCG3ardMcw8OlhuE5YR4qRtVlbuVBYE/w270-h181/DSC06676-Edit.jpg" width="270" /></a></div><div><br />The National Council took decisive action on important topics, including codifying anti-racism into our Constitution, reaffirming support for the Girl Scout Promise and Law, and making important governance decisions that will help move our organization forward, together. Thank you to all the incredible girls who stepped up as presiding officers. Your exceptional preparation and passionate delivery of insights were nothing short of inspiring. We are immensely proud of every one of you for embracing the Girl Scout Promise and Law, showcasing leadership at its finest. Your dedication and excellence set a shining example for us all!</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikJszIq6HoGH_Pkripm7u1116A2ZgHZ6IvfdRzmPMpbOabY-hPrp5IK5k7OXTRsuhkkT7g8TGHxwWDEQPb6H_aDSunnf-fbMtNBl-6iu2BL2i-5w4iXXnU0BNBGo8yg_nvtqMkOrXGRv2xlDKlcBsemcTllLMkQG0bawKd9N-pEKeaIm3y7w4KQIKv4Ps/s4240/DSC04393.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4240" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikJszIq6HoGH_Pkripm7u1116A2ZgHZ6IvfdRzmPMpbOabY-hPrp5IK5k7OXTRsuhkkT7g8TGHxwWDEQPb6H_aDSunnf-fbMtNBl-6iu2BL2i-5w4iXXnU0BNBGo8yg_nvtqMkOrXGRv2xlDKlcBsemcTllLMkQG0bawKd9N-pEKeaIm3y7w4KQIKv4Ps/w269-h180/DSC04393.jpg" width="269" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiaUAH3DQZCEDdD3ZbRzZnut-1uZmRawejmOZud4xNywxWxkai84YXBepk7j9Wd_Q98XpJDeD3tMQXLwX4Knn2snzyR6MV_R69H4MxfK66O880nQs2_0h2e3xuag7J9AQFtVagk-xNX7tduH0zELu-VoyCVs7Z9pzO-uOk5WPXdpL8jnMv_jncjFXjXuys" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="154" data-original-width="231" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiaUAH3DQZCEDdD3ZbRzZnut-1uZmRawejmOZud4xNywxWxkai84YXBepk7j9Wd_Q98XpJDeD3tMQXLwX4Knn2snzyR6MV_R69H4MxfK66O880nQs2_0h2e3xuag7J9AQFtVagk-xNX7tduH0zELu-VoyCVs7Z9pzO-uOk5WPXdpL8jnMv_jncjFXjXuys=w272-h181" width="272" /></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><b>PHENOMenal Speakers and Performers</b><br /><br />Throughout the convention, we immersed ourselves in thought-provoking talks from Girl Scout alums, experts, and champions of girls and women everywhere. Their words of wisdom, personal stories, and experiences inspired us to show up more, speak out louder, and take action on issues we believe in—in our communities and the world.<br /><br />Phenom By Girl Scouts officially kicked off with an epic start—the unforgettable opening ceremony rocked the house with a performance by Alaya High AKA That Girl Lay Lay. This 16-year-old multi-talented singer, rapper, producer, and actress lit up the stage with electrifying energy and our favorite songs. Lay Lay absolutely crushed it while Girl Scouts danced and had a blast. Her powerful message of confidence and big dreams reminded us that if we've got lofty goals, “we gotta be bold and believe!” If you missed Lay Lay’s Instagram shout-out for the 2023 Gold Award Class,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CvH7Df3ADAU/"> check it out and share with others.</a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CvH7Df3ADAU/"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiDEJra3A1HmVzErWLWYBL4vTpXzY4fT2jeEOVcVR-6KnDvuSZNdHzf-IUX2A_810tnDpUSqQGkQ4eeqjNu6tHFGNk1xuYEst1-jbIClfHXXZNeM1y5rME3uFI2ZxWZCDZ2CA6UTiCLZorQC1ZWWQyO3N1ZXYpSE4t0zpXY7khKK96elITKyeiRhc3iOpo" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="168" data-original-width="252" height="177" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiDEJra3A1HmVzErWLWYBL4vTpXzY4fT2jeEOVcVR-6KnDvuSZNdHzf-IUX2A_810tnDpUSqQGkQ4eeqjNu6tHFGNk1xuYEst1-jbIClfHXXZNeM1y5rME3uFI2ZxWZCDZ2CA6UTiCLZorQC1ZWWQyO3N1ZXYpSE4t0zpXY7khKK96elITKyeiRhc3iOpo=w266-h177" width="266" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm2H2ud8F9LVloaa6oc_X3HKp772dZsjcRUe_xMQrXNj2DvPJIlK-KQRkBJW73O3KTurv9AKpjbKzvlfcod2FDhBCr-yMadWnVvjlvLNSx0GZqKHDxuwmba_UU9MMzidf6b5VdroEaHSb08I780udgtNBZoS2_HuCPuJ_yzN-q5WA4WHDL6coUu8VSfg4/s4240/DSC07906-Enhanced-NR.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4240" height="177" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm2H2ud8F9LVloaa6oc_X3HKp772dZsjcRUe_xMQrXNj2DvPJIlK-KQRkBJW73O3KTurv9AKpjbKzvlfcod2FDhBCr-yMadWnVvjlvLNSx0GZqKHDxuwmba_UU9MMzidf6b5VdroEaHSb08I780udgtNBZoS2_HuCPuJ_yzN-q5WA4WHDL6coUu8VSfg4/w265-h177/DSC07906-Enhanced-NR.jpg" width="265" /></a><br /><br />Attendees were treated to many inspiring keynote talks. Here are a few highlights:<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Best-selling author, award-winning mental fitness speaker and Gold Award Girl Scout, Erika Kendrick, shared how Girl Scouts shaped her life through establishing essential values and emotional intelligence, leading her to achieve her dreams. Erika highlighted the transformative impact of the Gold Award on her personal and professional life and encouraged others to share their success stories while advocating for mental wellness and suicide prevention—so important!</li><li>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Expert Speaker &amp; Consultant, Deanna Singh, talked about the importance of being seen and seeing others and how being a Girl Scout built her confidence. Deanna's words stirred in us a deep appreciation for the guiding principles of the Girl Scout Promise and Law, fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging girls to unlock their unique potential.</li><li>Soon-to-be two-time basketball Hall of Famer and Fiserv ambassador, Nancy Lieberman’s wise words on overcoming obstacles in male-dominated fields resonated deeply. “Obstacles are only obstacles if you make them obstacles,” said Nancy, sparking nods of agreement and reaffirming our belief in the limitless potential of girls.</li><li>Telva McGruder, executive director of Global Body Manufacturing Engineering at General Motors and newly elected GSUSA National Board member, sparked an energizing conversation with Gold Award Girl Scouts about fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) everywhere, leaving us inspired to create positive change. Be sure to<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CvAqqmpJBo9/"> check out Telva’s behind-the-scenes video</a> where she answered what steps Girl Scouts can take to promote DEI.</li><li>Aisha Bowe, a former NASA rocket scientist and STEM entrepreneur who is confirmed to be the first African American woman to fly with Jeff Bezos' private spaceflight company, Blue Origin, on the New Shepard rocket shared her journey to pursuing her passion in aerospace engineering. She proved to be an example of what girls can achieve when they dream big and reach for the stars. Her words resonated deeply with all of us, reinforcing the importance of nurturing ambitious dreams and courageously going after them.</li></ul>A heartfelt “thank you” goes out to all the incredible convention speakers, whose wisdom and inspiration left a lasting mark and will continue to fuel our commitment to the Girl Scout Movement for years to come.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5o4xtTYt-EvQAjWcuQqFbHptaBwi8wveZyaSOwdLEMuUXMji_3yYMLepsycuCYCg3b6Ttkav2Z9z1pRj23RCJ_5TP_8mbunT1WyrAYqsALAJnXDM9bCri58KKrw1wH-73PTXNtn60fideWhG_EaiiGDxJ8y0vuK0qYkivdjTVLS23y6-QMZxrpMyaEd8/s4240/DSC08473%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4240" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5o4xtTYt-EvQAjWcuQqFbHptaBwi8wveZyaSOwdLEMuUXMji_3yYMLepsycuCYCg3b6Ttkav2Z9z1pRj23RCJ_5TP_8mbunT1WyrAYqsALAJnXDM9bCri58KKrw1wH-73PTXNtn60fideWhG_EaiiGDxJ8y0vuK0qYkivdjTVLS23y6-QMZxrpMyaEd8/w261-h176/DSC08473%20(1).jpg" width="261" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0ZzDyTYDEz5_wZnR3k6x7eLRjlfbdSPmUgss5apGKmEO6W_pclcO0OC6vf9cqf1Nvyx2Gsa2WbfGWoLXE84HnQ7izmP7zewHwPNOCO7ebroF7C87s4Iqj-VmSfzZCH6JN-TJnJOhq-3w_JYvcoH5mpr8rVtaLrwfxezWYOsdEofwLovM744ureu0kGvo/s4240/DSC06440.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4240" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0ZzDyTYDEz5_wZnR3k6x7eLRjlfbdSPmUgss5apGKmEO6W_pclcO0OC6vf9cqf1Nvyx2Gsa2WbfGWoLXE84HnQ7izmP7zewHwPNOCO7ebroF7C87s4Iqj-VmSfzZCH6JN-TJnJOhq-3w_JYvcoH5mpr8rVtaLrwfxezWYOsdEofwLovM744ureu0kGvo/w262-h176/DSC06440.jpg" width="262" /></a></div><div><br /><b>All the Experiences</b><br /><br />The week was packed with dazzling performances, enriching and fun activities, and uplifting experiences. As troops, girls, families, volunteers, visitors, and staff explored tons of fun and educational booths and experiences, there were non-stop moments of bonding over our shared love of Girl Scouts.<br /><br />We couldn’t have done it all without the support of our incredible partners who made the biggest gathering of Girl Scouts a smash hit! We send our deepest thanks to: Fiserv, General Motors, AT&amp;T, Charles Schwab Foundation, Disney Imagination Campus, CFP Board, PayPal, Meta, ABC Bakers, JOANN, Palmer &amp; Cay, SOLV Energy, Johnson &amp; Johnson Foundation, Little Brownie Bakers, NEWMARK, and United Airlines.<br /><br />The convention united thousands of Girl Scouts, volunteers, and supporters with a shared goal of supporting young women to be bold, brave, and unapologetically themselves. We were reminded of the incredible potential within every one of us. As we bid farewell to this unforgettable event, we carry with us the momentum of positivity, growth, and a resolute commitment to shaping a brighter and more inclusive future for girls and women everywhere.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1_xa0LFnWgG77NZcu9DsaMVgzV3sw7El83UobT9xCejxEUDiG9PYgC0EUYw7Z6JyFx8HItHlfNjqRA0iZilZZw-6G1FiTjYiS3ngYv6JgTeY2Yi7x6SA-rfNOtQNlSQH18_K_79IUHYGcxktBD3ijPRmiRLUxDz_RgN6t6_yeoAXP_WhPs7vVqLdOphk/s4240/DSC00626.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4240" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1_xa0LFnWgG77NZcu9DsaMVgzV3sw7El83UobT9xCejxEUDiG9PYgC0EUYw7Z6JyFx8HItHlfNjqRA0iZilZZw-6G1FiTjYiS3ngYv6JgTeY2Yi7x6SA-rfNOtQNlSQH18_K_79IUHYGcxktBD3ijPRmiRLUxDz_RgN6t6_yeoAXP_WhPs7vVqLdOphk/w260-h175/DSC00626.jpg" width="260" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRAU6RLEowtMBr8S6uI6NKJDFjTl-gfBaFCqJgQudtytp364zk5AiywrzS5vE8uva6m-iEUi9bzWvLioB8CRVJAeBoC132ALkFFmzPywXew9x2ZpZrbETNdwqfrn_x8GeGti95Iy54blOjVttytKVYJgeCbim1O4t3GVFS_z20jHebwhT1E33kLNY1Tvs/s4240/DSC02467.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4240" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRAU6RLEowtMBr8S6uI6NKJDFjTl-gfBaFCqJgQudtytp364zk5AiywrzS5vE8uva6m-iEUi9bzWvLioB8CRVJAeBoC132ALkFFmzPywXew9x2ZpZrbETNdwqfrn_x8GeGti95Iy54blOjVttytKVYJgeCbim1O4t3GVFS_z20jHebwhT1E33kLNY1Tvs/w264-h176/DSC02467.jpg" width="264" /></a><br /><b><br /></b></div><div><b>2026 Convention</b><br /><br />Wondering about the 2026 Girl Scout Convention? Stay tuned for the grand reveal by the end of 2023 as we thoughtfully determine the location for our next national gathering! It's sure to be a convention like no other, and we can't wait to share the fun-filled journey with all of you.<br /><br />P.S.<br />There's quite a buzz surrounding the<a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/new/convention?utm_campaign=convention_2023&amp;utm_source=girl_scout_blog&amp;utm_medium=referral"> Phenom By Girl Scouts products in the Girl Scout Shop</a> and it's no fairy tale! From stylish clothes to must-have accessories, these items are disappearing like magic. Check them out before they’re gone! 🛍️</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA5Y2s9QQPtN_WPQUbXC_kvBr8olqe5RPNoV1MPpRmAHp8rrsLBwgIowNmn9orL2pULniKwLJDY50hg7q5QU48dVvSQNPKYny23juicrwk-MXoS7hXuW5NL_1TnXiWpEeJIS0xtu8tGu9mlGaxSWPcC0bRptaQL_5e-7vuf8kERnFSYVuv9u3mOQ8vjxk/s4240/DSC00427.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4240" height="177" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA5Y2s9QQPtN_WPQUbXC_kvBr8olqe5RPNoV1MPpRmAHp8rrsLBwgIowNmn9orL2pULniKwLJDY50hg7q5QU48dVvSQNPKYny23juicrwk-MXoS7hXuW5NL_1TnXiWpEeJIS0xtu8tGu9mlGaxSWPcC0bRptaQL_5e-7vuf8kERnFSYVuv9u3mOQ8vjxk/w264-h177/DSC00427.jpg" width="264" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqvviJvvWPDStGSxqra834_pEss6L7oJy22-9e0_TO9ayqmDeTObs3AgOjmwCOjJ4w0sb6PIErUF-uLpcApQwB69rhHytiazxqBlW-JHkivkNcaocNEhbZp9H0eo_9_w33YrLfZ0dyWK2sN8PuFZJ1BCft5PtYBZe0FLX3HU8JlvcD7oLoui97sPJ0ZRA/s4240/DSC03888.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2832" data-original-width="4240" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqvviJvvWPDStGSxqra834_pEss6L7oJy22-9e0_TO9ayqmDeTObs3AgOjmwCOjJ4w0sb6PIErUF-uLpcApQwB69rhHytiazxqBlW-JHkivkNcaocNEhbZp9H0eo_9_w33YrLfZ0dyWK2sN8PuFZJ1BCft5PtYBZe0FLX3HU8JlvcD7oLoui97sPJ0ZRA/w266-h178/DSC03888.jpg" width="266" /></a></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/6936125143815457708'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/6936125143815457708'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/08/celebrating-some-of-best-moments-from.html' title='Celebrating Some of the Best Moments from Phenom By Girl Scouts! '/><author><name>Girl Scouts of the USA</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/00544975476634405212</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY8NaPlgqEHNpwWk-7S01oXyFoEvwN8nxxADG0Irfh5LAdxijaCskJ4LYL1Vn90z_shiqUw_OrFaoMwVGWlxx4ceKW3tKltVhyPCuWcA1FhJJZ8kI75W6Sh0Sy_OIMeCdLm9GZyo19RjLyjQ6ChCekPcFxjNNktXezph6b2MDdLzxgt0L2y3L_dEsE9rM/s72-w640-h336-c/23_PhenomByGirlScoutsRewind_BlogHeader_1200x630%20(1).png" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-4757705339463809471</id><published>2023-07-21T09:39:00.002-05:00</published><updated>2023-07-21T09:39:49.620-05:00</updated><title type='text'>Girl Scouts of the USA Announces New Board Leadership for the 2023–2026 Triennium </title><content type='html'>Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) today announced its National Board of Directors for the 2023–2026 triennium. The board was elected during the organization’s 56th National Council Session (NCS), a triennial business meeting, which has been held since 1915. Delegates from across the nation met at Walt Disney World® Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, to discuss, debate, and vote on issues significant to the Girl Scout Movement. As part of the 2023–2026 National Board election,<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/footer/press-room/2023-press-announcements/girl-scouts-of-the-usa-selects-new-national-board-president-.html"> Noorain Fatima Khan</a> was elected National Board President; she is the first Muslim American and millennial to hold this post.<br /><br />As National Board President, Khan will lead<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/footer/leadership/national-board.html"> a 30-member National Board of Directors</a>, which reflects the diversity of this country and Girl Scouts’ Movement through their expertise and backgrounds. These individuals are deeply committed to girls’ success and understand Girl Scouts’ vital role in their communities. The National Board of GSUSA manages the organization's governance, legal, and fiduciary responsibilities. Additionally, there are five non-board members on the National Board Development Committee who work in partnership with the National Board throughout the triennium.<br /><br />“I am so grateful to the outgoing board members for their contributions to Girl Scouts. Their passionate commitment to our mission and dedicated stewardship of our organization ensure that we are positioned for success in the years ahead,” said Bonnie Barczykowski, CEO of GSUSA. “Our new and returning board members, many of whom are Girl Scout alums, will carry this energy and excitement into our next triennium, and I look forward to working with each and every one of them.”<br /><br />The complete list of board members follows (*designates new members; + designates National Board Development Committee members, 2023–2026):<br /><br /><b>National Board Officers 2023–2026</b><br /><br /><b>Noorain Khan, President </b><br />Director, Office of the President <br />Ford Foundation <br />Washington, District of Columbia <br /><br /><b>Jeanne Kwong Bickford, First Vice President </b><br />Managing Director and Senior Partner <br />Boston Consulting Group <br />Darien, Connecticut <br /><br /><b>Trooper Sanders, Second Vice President </b><br />Chief Executive Officer <br />Benefits Data Trust <br />Washington, District of Columbia <br /><br /><b>Diane Tipton, Treasurer </b><br />CEO and President <br />Self Storage Zone <br />Bethesda, Maryland <br /><br /><b>Mary Ann Altergott, Secretary </b><br />Principal, Firm Transformation <br />Edward Jones <br />St. Louis, Missouri <br /><b><br />National Board Members-at-Large 2023–2026</b><br /><br /><b>Andrea Albright </b><br />Executive Vice President, Walmart Sourcing <br />Walmart <br />Bentonville, Arkansas<br /><br /><b>Beth Bovis + </b><br />Partner, Global Social Impact Lead <br />Kearney <br />Madison, Wisconsin <br /><b><br />Lupe Camargo* </b><br />Financial Planner <br />Perspective Financial Services, LLC <br />Tempe, Arizona <br /><br /><b>Adrienne Cozart* </b><br />President and CEO <br />Cozart HR Consulting, LLC <br />Lubbock, Texas <br /><br /><b>Felecia Gilmore-Long* + </b><br />Retired Banker <br />Past VP, Bank of America, AVP Fifth Third Bank <br />Lutz, Florida <br /><br /><b>Lorraine Hack </b><br />Senior Client Partner <br />Korn Ferry <br />New York, New York <br /><b><br />Alfia Ilicheva* </b><br />Co-Founder <br />WIN: Women in Innovation <br />Weston, Connecticut<br /><br /><b>Jessie Kornberg* </b><br />President and CEO <br />Skirball Cultural Center <br />Los Angeles, California <br /><br /><b>Vidya Krishnan </b><br />Global Chief Learning Officer, <br />Global Head of Learning and Development <br />Ericsson <br />Richardson, Texas <br /><br /><b>Ana Tavares Lattibeaudiere* </b><br />Principal and Co-Founder <br />MTL Management <br />Roswell, Georgia <br /><br /><b>Sue Major </b><br />Founder and CEO <br />Major Executive Search <br />Rancho Santa Fe, California <br /><br /><b>Lydia Mallett, PhD </b><br />Managing Director <br />Mallett &amp; Associates <br />Philadelphia, Pennsylvania <br /><br /><b>Robyn Ratcliffe Manzini* </b><br />President <br />Ridge Blossom Properties, LLC <br />Las Vegas, Nevada<br /><br /><b>Telva McGruder* </b><br />Executive Director, Global Manufacturing Engineering—Body and Paint Systems <br />General Motors<br />Rochester Hills, Michigan <br /><br /><b>Rumi Morales </b><br />Partner and Board Member <br />Outlier Ventures <br />Oak Park, Illinois <br /><br /><b>Ileana Musa </b><br />Managing Director and Co-Head of International Wealth Management and Head of International Banking and Lending <br />Morgan Stanley <br />Miami, Florida <br /><br /><b>Romie Mushtaq, MD* </b><br />Founder and CEO <br />brainSHIFT Institute <br />and Chief Wellness Officer, Consultant <br />Evolution Hospitality <br />Orlando, Florida<br /><br /><b>Abrar Omeish* </b><br />Former Member At-Large <br />Fairfax County School Board <br />Fairfax, Virginia<br /><br /><b>Marcus Peacock </b><br />Owner <br />Marcus Peacock LLC <br />Washington, District of Columbia<br /><br /><b>Jake Perlman* </b><br />Executive Vice President, Software Development and IT <br />Charter Communications <br />Denver, Colorado<br /><br /><b> Erika Rottenberg </b><br />Strategic Advisory; Former General Counsel <br />Chan Zuckerberg Initiative <br />Portola Valley, California <br /><br /><b>Scott Saunders* </b><br />CEO and President <br />Saunders Leadership Institute, LLC <br />Sarasota, Florida <br /><br /><b>April (Cadiente) Schneider* </b><br />Vice President IT, Intellectual Property Management and General Counsel <br />Sony Pictures Entertainment <br />Los Angeles, California<br /><br /><b>Leslee A. Temple, FASLA </b><br />Retired. Past President/CEO <br />NUVIS, Landscape Architecture <br />Black Mountain, North Carolina <br /><br /><b>Maryann Waryjas </b><br />President and Director, <br />Coalition for Competition in Credit Rations, Inc.; <br />Past Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, <br />and Corporate Secretary <br />Herc Holdings Inc. <br />Chicago, Illinois <br /><div><br /></div><div><b>Non-Board, National Board Development Committee, 2023–2026</b></div><div>&nbsp; <br /><b>Vivian Blade*</b><div>President and CEO <br />Experts in Growth Leadership Consulting, LLC <br />Louisville, Kentucky<br /><br /><b>Rebecca Chavez-Houck* </b><br />Community Engagement Consultant <br />Aspira Public Affairs, LLC <br />Salt Lake City, Utah <br /><br /><b>Debbie Hassan* </b><br />Retired Partner <br />Deloitte and Touche, LLP <br />Hilton Head, South Carolina<br /><br /><b>Wendy Venoit </b><br />Cozen O’Connor <br />Norwood, Massachusetts <br /><br /><b>Ráchel Roché Walton </b><br />Intelligence Analyst—Cyber <br />Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), <br />US Department of Justice <br />Jackson, Mississippi </div></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/4757705339463809471'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/4757705339463809471'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/07/girl-scouts-of-usa-announces-new-board.html' title='Girl Scouts of the USA Announces New Board Leadership for the 2023–2026 Triennium '/><author><name>Girl Scouts of the USA</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/00544975476634405212</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-1677631368725351745</id><published>2023-07-20T10:23:00.001-05:00</published><updated>2023-07-20T10:23:08.004-05:00</updated><title type='text'>Thank You, Karen Layng</title><content type='html'><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj-UA6HEmp2VtIJD9M1pksuqfsY2_nH7Xrm3CvVYzjZ3GHUYP5ovY1Z5VxiDv8ySvrPuwiBPGrpTtFZlExsL7Fb-TckQs9MZ6DV4LsPK5P1ZpoJciYL1AZLKR9bpuTTJJOhd1JKvGHitGKnooyaLlM1K9TGdu-Et69AbjY1MkWRriGfQP7EOTQll7J-1NpB" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1638" data-original-width="2048" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj-UA6HEmp2VtIJD9M1pksuqfsY2_nH7Xrm3CvVYzjZ3GHUYP5ovY1Z5VxiDv8ySvrPuwiBPGrpTtFZlExsL7Fb-TckQs9MZ6DV4LsPK5P1ZpoJciYL1AZLKR9bpuTTJJOhd1JKvGHitGKnooyaLlM1K9TGdu-Et69AbjY1MkWRriGfQP7EOTQll7J-1NpB=w640-h512" width="640" /></a></div><br />It is with enduring gratitude that we thank Karen P. Layng for her lifetime of service and commitment to Girl Scouts as she closes out her tenure as National Board President of Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA). <br /><br />In her six years on the National Board, serving the last three years as National President, Karen brought steady leadership, strong business acumen, and strategic guidance to GSUSA’s National Board. Her deep knowledge of and unwavering commitment to our Movement has been invaluable and thanks to her contributions, the organization is well positioned for the future.   <br /><br /> Karen is a respected leader throughout the legal world and the nonprofit sector, and her strategic and financial acumen, drive, and governance experience have contributed to successfully accomplishing the organization's goals. Karen’s tenure will be remembered for her steady stewardship of the organization through a global pandemic; her passion and experience have paved the way to successfully ensuring a lasting impact for all through Girl Scouting.<br /><br /> Beyond her extensive contributions to Girl Scouting, Layng has an impressive career as a lawyer and recognized leader and expert public speaker including on women’s leadership issues. She is the CEO of M.A.I.T. Co., a consulting firm focused on business strategy, construction and legal advisory services, and enterprise risk management. She is also an adjunct professor at Northwestern University’s Engineering Master’s in Executive Management for Design and Construction program. She also has a list of firsts, including as the first woman president of the Seventh Circuit Bar Association in its then 50-plus year history.<br /><br /> “I am incredibly proud of all that the National Board has accomplished in partnership with our colleagues at GSUSA and at councils across America and thank our national donors, partners and volunteers,” said Layng. “The next committed and talented national board will continue our exceptional and necessary work and I look forward to supporting them every step of the way. It has been an honor to serve an organization that has meant so much to me since my own Brownie days – and once a Girl Scout, forever a Girl Scout!”<br /><br /> “Thank you, Karen, for your leadership and commitment to the Girl Scout mission,” said GSUSA CEO Bonnie Barczykowski. “Your vision, dedication, and lifelong passion for Girl Scouts have left an indelible mark on our organization, and we are so grateful.”  <br /><br />Please join us in thanking Karen for her service on the board including as our 26th National President and her lifelong dedication to Girl Scouts.</content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/1677631368725351745'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/1677631368725351745'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/07/thank-you-karen-layng.html' title='Thank You, Karen Layng'/><author><name>Deja</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/08851548687259862279</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj-UA6HEmp2VtIJD9M1pksuqfsY2_nH7Xrm3CvVYzjZ3GHUYP5ovY1Z5VxiDv8ySvrPuwiBPGrpTtFZlExsL7Fb-TckQs9MZ6DV4LsPK5P1ZpoJciYL1AZLKR9bpuTTJJOhd1JKvGHitGKnooyaLlM1K9TGdu-Et69AbjY1MkWRriGfQP7EOTQll7J-1NpB=s72-w640-h512-c" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-75935298713952046</id><published>2023-06-21T14:28:00.002-05:00</published><updated>2023-09-27T15:00:25.816-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#Sponsored #Partnership"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Achievery"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="AT&T"/><title type='text'>Stay Ahead of the Game: Six Tips to Beat the Summer Slide</title><content type='html'><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT59lkGYiY4R2KP0F6oZZOohJ_UMdLMuEhDtaVjpnUBMA_3-ye5UakrZ47XSWymGD4y8HLVTHF8DdAnii1IoCO5Bn5n1VsShR_7AeleyGRRH3vxXGkJqyUH9i9hXlFMbKxftaezT74N8tgq9dttxsIvdo9XIyzpZK_kk0iyiiKSkEdn1JXlZnYx3LE5zk/s1200/23_BlogHeader_Achievery_1200x600.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT59lkGYiY4R2KP0F6oZZOohJ_UMdLMuEhDtaVjpnUBMA_3-ye5UakrZ47XSWymGD4y8HLVTHF8DdAnii1IoCO5Bn5n1VsShR_7AeleyGRRH3vxXGkJqyUH9i9hXlFMbKxftaezT74N8tgq9dttxsIvdo9XIyzpZK_kk0iyiiKSkEdn1JXlZnYx3LE5zk/w640-h336/23_BlogHeader_Achievery_1200x600.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Get ready to step into summer with a splash of fun and a dash of learning. Say goodbye to the dreaded "summer slide" (loss of academic skills when girls are not engaged in educational activities) as we highlight six exciting ways to make this summer a blast for you and your Girl Scout. Let's dive in!<br /><br /><b>Keep it Green. Get Outside:</b><br /><br />Exploring nature promotes critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity, all essential skills which can help prevent academic regression. Outdoor programs, such as the<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/girl-scouts-love-the-outdoors-challenge.html"> Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge</a>, also provide opportunities for hands-on learning and exploration no matter where you live. So, whether you’re surrounded by city blocks or forests, your Girl Scout can get involved today!<br /><b><br />Explore FREE Educational Resources at<a href="https://www.theachievery.com/en/account/signup?cb=GirlScouts&amp;utm_source=girl_scouts_usa#getstarted"> The Achievery ™:</a></b><br /><br />Girl Scouts and AT&amp;T are collaborating to deliver FREE, entertaining, and engaging [RNV3] educational resources to students <a href="https://www.theachievery.com/en/account/signup?cb=GirlScouts&amp;utm_source=girl_scouts_usa#getstarted" target="_blank">The Achievery</a>, a digital learning platform from AT&amp;T with over 500 learning units. The Achievery is a fantastic opportunity for your Girl Scout to enhance her skills in various areas, including digital literacy, social emotional learning, math, science, and more.<a href="https://www.theachievery.com/en/account/signup?cb=GirlScouts&amp;utm_source=girl_scouts_usa#getstarted"> Sign up</a> for a FREE account today!<br /><br /><b>STEM-brace the Fun:</b><br /><br />Summer is a perfect time to earn one of many exciting<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/badge-explorer.html"> STEM badges.</a> By actively engaging in STEM badge activities, your Girl Scout will maintain their academic progress, stay motivated, and build a strong foundation for future learning and success.<br /><br /><b>Find Your Inner Artist:</b><br /><br />Encourage your Girl Scout to express herself creatively through art.<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/badge-explorer.html"> Explore badges</a> such as<a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/JUNIOR-DIGITAL-PHOTOGRAPHER-BADGE?utm_campaign=National_Site&amp;utm_medium=National_Site_Image&amp;utm_source=Badge_Explorer"> Digital Photographer</a>,<a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/BROWNIE-DANCER-BADGE?utm_campaign=National_Site&amp;utm_medium=National_Site_Image&amp;utm_source=Badge_Explorer"> Dancer</a>, or<a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/JUNIOR-JEWELER-BADGE?utm_campaign=National_Site&amp;utm_medium=National_Site_Image&amp;utm_source=Badge_Explorer"> Jeweler</a>. Artistic activities ignite imagination and curiosity in girls, encouraging them to explore new ideas and perspectives. This fosters a love for learning and cultivates a passion for creativity and self-expression.<br /><br /><b>Volunteer in the Community:</b><br /><br />Girl Scouts don’t just dream of a better world—they go out and make it. Get started on a Service Project and help your girl develop important life skills and empathy. Collaborate with local organizations and explore volunteer opportunities that align with Girl Scout values.<br /><br /><b>Write it Down. Create a Summer Learning Journal:</b><br /><br />Encourage your Girl Scout to keep a summer learning journal. This journal can include drawings, writings, or even photos of summer adventures. The process of journaling helps reinforce their learning, improve writing skills, and create lasting memories of their summer activities.<br /><br />Preventing the summer slide is crucial for your Girl Scout’s continued growth and development. Remember, summer can be a time for both fun and learning. Want more? Check out the<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/badge-explorer.html"> Badge Explorer</a> to find your next badge, or<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activity-zone/grade-levels/all-ages-levels-badge-activities.html"> explore fun activities</a> for all ages and grade levels.<br /><br /><br /></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/75935298713952046'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/75935298713952046'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/06/stay-ahead-of-game-six-tips-to-beat.html' title='Stay Ahead of the Game: Six Tips to Beat the Summer Slide'/><author><name>Girl Scouts of the USA</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/00544975476634405212</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT59lkGYiY4R2KP0F6oZZOohJ_UMdLMuEhDtaVjpnUBMA_3-ye5UakrZ47XSWymGD4y8HLVTHF8DdAnii1IoCO5Bn5n1VsShR_7AeleyGRRH3vxXGkJqyUH9i9hXlFMbKxftaezT74N8tgq9dttxsIvdo9XIyzpZK_kk0iyiiKSkEdn1JXlZnYx3LE5zk/s72-w640-h336-c/23_BlogHeader_Achievery_1200x600.jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-9115215182263926880</id><published>2023-06-16T08:50:00.000-05:00</published><updated>2023-06-16T08:50:22.385-05:00</updated><title type='text'>Celebrating Juneteenth</title><content type='html'><p><span class="TextRun SCXW206371422 BCX0" color="windowtext" data-contrast="none" face="Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif" lang="EN-US" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; 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-webkit-user-drag: none; font-variant-ligatures: none; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;" xml:lang="EN-US">Juneteenth combines “June” and “nineteenth.” It’s also known as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, and Emancipation Day.&nbsp;</span><span class="EOP SCXW206371422 BCX0" color="windowtext" data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">&nbsp;</span><span color="windowtext">&nbsp;</span></span></p><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW206371422 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; background-color: white; clear: both; cursor: text; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: relative; user-select: text;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW206371422 BCX0" paraeid="{97916f48-fd87-45c4-aae5-d3b591cfbf79}{31}" paraid="974039607" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; 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-webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">We asked our Girl Scout community how they intend to commemorate the day this year. We heard about plans to gather&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW206371422 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">and celebrate&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW206371422 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">with family and friends, as well as plans to&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW206371422 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">educate others,&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW206371422 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">learn more</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW206371422 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; -webkit-user-drag: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text;">,&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW206371422 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; 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When you take the<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/girl-scouts-love-the-outdoors-challenge.html"> Girl Scouts Love the Outdoor Challenge</a>, you’ll score a<a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/girl-scouts-love-the-outdoors-challenge-2023-sew-on-patch?utm_source=girlscouts.org&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=gs_love_the_outdoors"> snazzy new patch</a> and have access to 50 fun outdoor activities. Whether you’re surrounded by city blocks or towering trees, there are plenty of ways to put yourself out there, soak up the sun, and reap the benefits of being outdoors.<br /><br />Did you know that going outside can be a total game-changer? It’s true! Besides the obvious thrill and fun, being active in nature can zap<a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/features/wellness-benefits-great-outdoors#:~:text=2.-,Mental%20Wellness,capacities%2C%20increasing%20focus%20and%20attention."> stress</a> and help you find your inner Zen. Plus, it’s the perfect opportunity to make new friends and build a fantastic outdoor-loving community. <br /><br />Feeling unsure about how to unleash your inner explorer this summer? Fear not! We’ve got you covered with a taste of the amazing activities awaiting you: <br /><br /><b>Walk on a local trail.</b><br /><br />Find your favorite pair of shoes and get walking! You can explore an urban trail that winds through your city or hike on a wooded trail with friends or family. Along the way, take note of any interesting sounds you hear and take pictures. Can you hear birds singing? Do you see any cool plants?<br /><br /><b>Ride a bike.<br /></b><br />Pedal your way to adventure by hopping on a bicycle. Riding a bike is a low-impact, environmentally friendly way to get around quickly. Be sure to wear a helmet and use hand signals, especially when you’re riding around cars.<br /><br /><b>Look at &amp; identify plants on your street.</b><br /><br />What types of plants do you see on your street? Look closely! You might find nature in even unlikely places, like the sidewalk! If you’re not sure what type of plant you’re looking at, ask an adult for help.<br /><br /><b>Sit in the sun.<br /></b><br />The sun helps our bodies produce Vitamin D, which helps us stay healthy. Just 15 minutes of being in the sun can<a href="https://www.tricitymed.org/2018/08/5-ways-the-sun-impacts-your-mental-and-physical-health/"> improve your mood and help you sleep at night</a>. Always remember to wear sunscreen to protect against sunburn.<br /><br /><b>Make a garden box.</b><br /><br />Garden boxes are a great way to bring nature into your own backyard or even to your windowsill. The box can be as big or as small as you want. First, decide what you’d like to plant. You can plant flowers, fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Then, choose how you’d like to build your box. You can use supplies from around the house,<a href="https://www.southernliving.com/garden/container/how-to-plant-in-cardboard-box#:~:text=Fill%20the%20box%20with%20lightweight,to%20place%20in%20each%20box."> like old boxes and glue</a>, to make a quick and easy DIY garden box. Ask an adult for help with getting seeds and soil. Once you’ve planted your seeds, research how often they should be watered and how much sun you need. Take care of your plants and soon, you’ll see them bloom!<br /><br />With these five fun outdoor activities, you’ll explore your neighborhood and discover the wonder of the outdoors, no matter where you live.<br /><br />Ready to put yourself out there? Join us for the<a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/girl-scouts-love-the-outdoors-challenge.html"> Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge</a>, running from June 1 to September 10. Download the FREE activity sheet with 50 fun activities that will get you out and exploring. Inspire others to embark on their own thrilling journeys by sharing your experiences using #gsOutdoors. Can’t wait to see where the adventure takes you!&nbsp;<div><br /><p></p></div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/7867813378101261931'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/7867813378101261931'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/05/put-yourself-out-there-with-girl-scouts.html' title='Put Yourself Out There with the Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge'/><author><name>Girl Scouts of the USA</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/00544975476634405212</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqY6bTifOAgQjHHGM07vhMmLpruWWpBd6E-E0MFGY-n_HWf45_GaD5wiYMBooreYj7nbMHLEGXHSs_zo8tH4CJQnUs0BuDcjil9Pb1YJMWJ6FWPLrdFmhmeU5W_CE5mu9VITlj2qQ6FS-HG1lp-nziIzfqx6J9Nbn8EipMfCa0kHICy_gsrjqP6nmA/s72-w640-h336-c/23_VBP_LoveOutdoors_Blog-Post_1200x630.jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441709438919444345.post-1159443630636559243</id><published>2023-04-21T08:50:00.009-05:00</published><updated>2023-04-24T08:07:25.217-05:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="#EWVP #Sponsored #Partnership"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Earth Day"/><title type='text'>Planting Seeds of Thought This Earth Day with the Tree Promise Patch Program </title><content type='html'><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil7BMqqH9iCPsw38QhcDZcV6z7g_gnb5c5He3wm1KsW_kEUBz5S__I8mn2QmN1V6eqqx7pzzCYtYQKtIm7kE6XhOsByckHiPAuRrqULiRnH2hh9jAbWbL_eis92C2SvDWIMUiHyUaZhAx-mCzu_zI1ITXF67jivdwATH8kSZxjWuTCJRVg71_51IDL/s1200/23_VBP_TreePromise_blog_1200x630.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="630" data-original-width="1200" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil7BMqqH9iCPsw38QhcDZcV6z7g_gnb5c5He3wm1KsW_kEUBz5S__I8mn2QmN1V6eqqx7pzzCYtYQKtIm7kE6XhOsByckHiPAuRrqULiRnH2hh9jAbWbL_eis92C2SvDWIMUiHyUaZhAx-mCzu_zI1ITXF67jivdwATH8kSZxjWuTCJRVg71_51IDL/w640-h336/23_VBP_TreePromise_blog_1200x630.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>Every year on April 22nd, known as Earth Day, people around the world take action to celebrate our planet. It’s a passion of Girl Scouts far and wide to be kind to the environment and help the Earth through both small and large actions.</div><br />That’s why Girl Scouts have pledged to take action against climate change by planting, protecting, and honoring trees. The goal? Completing 5 million actions for our planet. That might seem like a very big goal, but when we plant seeds of thought with friends and family, those thoughts can turn into actions and inspire more people to plant seeds of thought in their communities. With help from the <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/support-us/invest/our-partners/herford-n-elliott-trust.html">Elliott Wildlife Values Project</a>, <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/support-us/invest/our-partners/american-forests.html">American Forests</a>, and <a href="https://www.girlscouts.org/en/support-us/invest/our-partners/arbor-day-foundation.html">The Arbor Day Foundation</a>, Girl Scouts across the globe have already planted over 100 thousand trees, and we’re still going strong! <br /><br />When you unlock the <a href="https://www.girlscoutshop.com/2022-23-girl-scout-tree-promise-sew-on-patch?utm_source=girlscouts.org&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=gs_tree-promise">Girl Scout Tree Promise patch</a>, you’ll learn how to use resources wisely and make the world better, starting in your own neighborhood. In this program, you can choose which<a href="http://bit.ly/3zEM8T8"> activities</a> you want to do to show the planet some love. After taking the pledge, you can pick how you’d like to fulfill your promise. <br /><br /><a href="http://bit.ly/3zEM8T8">To plant trees:</a> Organize a planting event with your troop or friends with help from an adult. You’ll need to plan your event and get enough supplies for everyone attending. This includes seedlings or small trees, mulch, shovels, and probably some snacks to keep everyone’s energy up! Once you plant your trees, you’ll set up a schedule to water them and clean up any surrounding debris so they can grow healthy and strong. For more about planting trees, <a href="http://bit.ly/3zEM8T8">click here.</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://scistarter.org/girlscouts-trees">To protect trees:</a> Raise awareness about the importance of trees or consider how you might use your cookie earnings to improve areas around the trees in your neighborhood or local park. You might decide to research and help remove invasive species which can hurt trees or simply start watering the existing trees in your area. For more ideas to protect trees, <a href="http://bit.ly/3zEM8T8">click here.</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://scistarter.org/girlscouts-trees">To honor trees:</a> Read more about all trees do for us and then spread the word. Many cultures use trees in celebrations or special ceremonies. Learn about those traditions and share them with your community. For more ideas to honor trees, <a href="http://bit.ly/3zEM8T8">click here.</a><div> <br />Access <a href="http://bit.ly/3zEM8T8">virtual resources</a> to see how even small actions can sprout into something even greater. Along with tracking your impact, you can access trees online, protect trees virtually, and watch videos to see how small actions make a big impact. <br /><br />Together, we have a chance to impact the wellbeing of our planet and create a ripple effect of positive change that will be felt by generations to come. The power is in your hands. Ready, set, plant! Be sure to show us your progress by tagging @GirlScouts and using #GirlScoutTreePromise. </div></content><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/1159443630636559243'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/7441709438919444345/posts/default/1159443630636559243'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://blog.girlscouts.org/2023/04/planting-seeds-of-thought-this-earth.html' title='Planting Seeds of Thought This Earth Day with the Tree Promise Patch Program '/><author><name>Girl Scouts of the USA</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/00544975476634405212</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil7BMqqH9iCPsw38QhcDZcV6z7g_gnb5c5He3wm1KsW_kEUBz5S__I8mn2QmN1V6eqqx7pzzCYtYQKtIm7kE6XhOsByckHiPAuRrqULiRnH2hh9jAbWbL_eis92C2SvDWIMUiHyUaZhAx-mCzu_zI1ITXF67jivdwATH8kSZxjWuTCJRVg71_51IDL/s72-w640-h336-c/23_VBP_TreePromise_blog_1200x630.jpg" height="72" width="72"/></entry></feed>

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