In the 2011 fall edition of The Podium, chapters were urged to evaluate their current programming and to consider utilizing the National Programs as guideposts for future chapter projects. In this article, we will consider the use of one of these programs: “Scouting For Music”.
Girl Scouts of the USA has over 100 Girl Scout councils and 3.2 million Girl Scout members. You can locate the girls and troops within your area very easily by using GSUSA’s Council Finder. Programs for the girls are based on the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, where girls discover, connect, take action and become stronger leaders.
The Girl Scouts National Program Portfolio (the materials designed to assist girls along their adventure) includes The Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting and three themed Journeys: “It’s Your World – Change It!”, “It’s Your Planet – Love It!”, and “It’s Your Story – Tell It!”. The new Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting includes the new Legacy Badges. In addition, Skill Building badges are also available for the girls to earn.
The transition to the new Program Portfolio has brought about some changes including the retiring of badges such as the Brownie’s “Sounds of Music” Try-It Badge and introduction of new badges like the Junior’s “Musician” Skill Building Activity Badge.
Become an advocate for girls interested in learning about music. They are the future of our collegiate bands and the future women in music. Contact the closest council to begin your conversation with local Troop Leaders and girls.
Need help starting your program? Email National VP for Special Projects, Kevin Earnest at kevin+scouting@tbsigma.org.
Musically Yours,
Kevin Earnest, Gamma Mu, Life Member
Tau Beta Sigma
National Vice President for Special Projects
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