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What Is Girl Scouting?
Girl Scouting has been an important part of the lives of
young girls for over 94 years. Our Girl Scout story starts
in 1912 and continues today...now it's your story,
too.
Girl Scouting is...
- open to all girls age 5-17 and all
adults age 18 and over who accept the Girl
Scout Promise and Law.
- dedicated to the purpose of inspiring
girls to the highest ideals of character, conduct, patriotism,
and service.
- a place where girls can enjoy close
relationships and explore answers to questions important
to the girls of today--the women of tomorrow.
- a wholesome environment where girls
can learn new skills, develop self-confidence, and work
towards achieving their full potential.
- a continuous adventure in learning that
offers a wide range of activities for girls of all interests
and ability levels.
- an organization, more than three million
girl members strong and supported by the voluntary efforts
of over one million adults like YOU!
- more than camping and selling cookies!
- hiking, arts, crafts, cooking, creating,
laughing, and exploring the world we live in!
- a national organization dedicated exclusively
to meeting the special needs of girls. It is both separate
and distinct from Boy Scouts of America.
Recognitions
Recognitions are an important part of the Girl Scout program
for both girls and adults. Girl
recognitions, adult
recognitions, religious
recognitions as well as the annual Gold Award ceremony
and adult awards luncheon are just some of the ways we celebrate
Girl Scout successes.
Girl Recognitions
Girl Scouting provides many different ways for girls to
explore the world around them and find out about new subjects. "Charms", "Badges", "Signs", "Try-Its", "Interest
Project Patches", "Challenges", "Pins",
and "Patches" are just a few of the symbols girls
can use to show her interests and "recognize" her
accomplishments. A badge might be earned because she has
already attained a lot of skill; another might be earned
as she discovers a new talent. She might complete her activities
as part of the troop activities, or she might pursue individual
interests. All girl recognitions are designed to provide
a progression of skills mastery throughout her Girl Scout
journey.
Each age level handbook
or binder provides numerous activities, resources and support
for a girl to plan her activities with her troop, advisors
and family. Troop leaders and council
staff are also available to answer questions and provide
support for every Girl Scout.
The Bronze Award for
Juniors, the Silver Award for
Cadettes, and the Gold Award for
Seniors are the highest level of achievement a girl can reach
within that age-level.
Gold Award Ceremony
Every year, Girls Scouts of Frontier Council hosts a special
ceremony for the select few who have completed the tasks
required to earn the Girl Scout Gold Award during that membership
year. Nationwide, only about 6% of registered Senior Girl
Scouts achieve this status. These girls, through tremendous
effort and commitment, along with the support of their families,
leaders, and the Gold
Award Alliance, are truly deserving of the accolades
they receive during the ceremony.
 Religious
Recognitions
Girl Scouting does not endorse or promote any particular
philosophy or religious belief. Our movement is secular and
is founded on American democratic principles, one of which
is freedom of religion. Girl Scouting provides an opportunity
for girls and adults to reach a deeper understanding of their
faith. Through a partnership with P.R.A.Y. (Programs of Religious
Activities for Youth), girls and adults may participate in
age-level based programs to encourage their spiritual growth
and earn religious
recognitions. For further information, please contact
the Program Department at the service center.
Adult Recognitions
Girl Scouting also provides unique opportunities for the
adults who serve the Girl Scout movement. In addition to
the skills, fun and friends that adults acquire, they are
also recognized for their outstanding achievements. Whether
you are a short-term or lifelong volunteer, whether you work
directly with girls or other adults, or if you serve as a
staff member, Girl Scouting recognizes the service you provide.
For an explanation of adult
recognitions, or for information on what, when, or how
to nominate an adult for recognition, please contact
the service center or your membership staff to receive
the Girl Scout Adult Recognitions booklet. See also our forms
list for the needed paperwork.
The deadline for submissions is the first Friday in March.
The completed nominations/
applications, and endorsements should be delivered or
mailed to the service center for consideration. Contact Kelle
Boteilho for details.
Annual Adult Award Ceremony
Every April, Girl Scouts of Frontier Council hosts the
Annual Adult Awards Luncheon immediately following the Annual
Meeting. At that time, GSUSA and council-level recognitions
are presented to outstanding volunteers and community supporters
for their support of Girl Scouting.
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