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February 5, 2018 ·

4 Awesome Resources for Conflict Resolution with Kids!

We’ve all been there. You’re mentoring a group of youth and a disagreement arises. It can be over something you consider small, such as who gets to use the blue marker that minute, or something large, like an argument over a sensitive issue where each side is certain they are correct and no one wants to agree to disagree. Sometimes there’s tears, sometimes there’s shouting, but all too often these disagreements mean hurt feelings and damaged relationships.

So how do we, as the adults, help girls learn to respectfully disagree and work through conflicts? Tough question, right? While we don’t have a magic answer, we’ve collected some excellent resources and videos below to help you as you teach girls to navigate disagreements with grace and ...
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February 2, 2018 ·

Are You Ready For The 2018 Thinking Day Challenge?

Since 1926, February 22 has been celebrated as World Thinking Day, a day of international friendship for Girl Scouts and Girl Guides around the globe. It’s a day where girls connect with the worldwide sisterhood of Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting, speak out on issues that girls care about, and make a difference!

And did we mention there’s a different theme each ...
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January 31, 2018 ·

This is Why YOU Should Check Out Our Updated Resource Centers!

Ever needed a set of Girl Scout and WAGGGS flags for a special ceremony but not sure where to borrow them? Or wanted to try some campfire cooking in a dutch oven but not sure about spending troop funds (or your own) on cast iron cookware?

While your own set of flags or campfire cooking gear can be quite useful if you will use them frequently, there are some items that to truly use your resources wisely it’s better to borrow than to ...
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January 24, 2018 ·

What is Leave No Trace? (& What Does It Mean for Girl Scouts?)

At Girl Scouts, we believe in responsible behavior and respecting the environment. That’s why Leave No Trace is such an important aspect of Girl Scouts!

The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics is a national organization that protects the outdoors by teaching and inspiring people to enjoy it responsibly. That’s something we can get behind!

So, what does Leave No Trace mean, exactly, and how can ...
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January 22, 2018 ·

Coming Soon: 3 Awesome Updates to the Volunteer Toolkit!

We’re living in a digital age. It’s truly amazing how much information and resources you can access about a wide variety of topics with just a few quick swipes of your fingers. And we want Girl Scouts (and the resources you need to support your troop) to be easily accessible too!

That’s why Girl Scouts of the USA built the Continue Reading

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January 19, 2018 ·

Rock Your Girl Scout Cookie Booth with These Cookie Convo Tips!

This cookie season, show cookie customers how the iconic Girl Scout Cookie Program (the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world!) prepares girls in their communities to lead, learn, and succeed, all while making it possible for them to embark on amazing adventures, form a lifetime of memories, and unleash the power of G.I.R.Continue Reading

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January 17, 2018 ·

The Five Essential Steps to ‘Take Action’

Take Action is one of the defining elements of Girl Scouts.

In our previous post on Take Action vs. Community Service, we provided a general overview to distinguish these two types of service. To re-cap, the most essential takeaway regarding Take Action projects, or “service learning,” is to research the root issues of a community problem so that ...
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January 15, 2018 ·

How to Help Your Girl’s Troop During the Cookie Program

It’s that time of year again! The time of goal-setting, resolution-making, and (most importantly) Girl Scout Cookies!

The Girl Scout Cookie Program is an awesome skill-building, money-earning opportunity for Girl Scouts. And the more adults involved in your troop’s sale, the more successful it can be! So, how can you help your girl’s troop during cookie season this year? There are so many opportunities!

Register and Get Background Checked

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January 12, 2018 ·

We Want YOU to Test the New Computer Science Journey for CSA Troops!

We’ve teamed up with Girl Scouts of the USA and Raytheon to test the NEW Computer Science Journey for Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, and Multi-Level (6th -12th grade) troops!

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January 12, 2018 ·

Wanted: Camp Junior Instructors!

Hey older girls! Yes, grades 10-12 we are talking to you! Are you ready to take the lead at camp, develop some outdoor living skills, AND get a stipend for every week you work? You are, right? Good, because it’s time you became a Junior Instructor at Girl Scout camp.

Seriously girls, we want you at camp!

What’s a Junior Instructor?

Girl Scouts entering grades 10, 11, or 12 can apply to be camp Junior Instructors and play an integral role in the day to ...
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