Unit Committee Training

Scout Oath or Promise On my honor I will do my best To do my duty to God and my country And to obey the Scout law; To help other people at all times; To keep myself physically strong, Mentally awake, And morally straight.

Scout Law A Scout is: Trustworthy Loyal Helpful Friendly Courteous Kind Obedient Cheerful Thrifty Brave Clean Reverent

Be Prepared Scout Motto Scout Slogan Do a good turn daily

Welcome to the Boy Scouts of America Adventure, Learning, Challenge, Responsibility – The promise of Scouting is all this and more. Are you ready for the adventure to begin?

Boy Scout Aims Growth in moral strength and character Participating citizenship Development of physical, mental, and emotional fitness

Boy Scout Methods Ideals Scout oath Law Motto Slogan Patrols Peer groups Elected representation Activities Outdoors All outdoor programs Advancement Self-reliance Ability to help others Challenge Adult Association Image Role model Example Personal Growth Good turn Service Projects Religious Emblems Leadership Development Leadership skills and practice Citizenship Uniform Commitment to aims Identity

The Organization of Scouting Administration National Council Region Local Council Scouting district Chartered organization Adult Leaders District Committee Unit Commissioner Troop Committee Parents Youth Leaders The patrol leaders’ council Youth leaders Patrols The Scout

Basic Troop Organization Chart Scoutmaster Asst Scoutmaster Asst Scoutmaster Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader Patrol Asst Scoutmaster Asst Scoutmaster Patrol Leaders’ Council

Larger Troop Organization ASM New Scout Patrol JASM Quarter Master Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader ASPLPatrol Leader Troop Guide Den Chief Librarian Asst Patrol Leader InstructorChaplain AidScribe Scoutmaster Chartered Org. Representative Troop Committee Asst Patrol Leader Historian ASM Venture Crew Chief Patrol Leaders’ Council ASM

Troop Organization - Patrols ASM New Scout Patrol JASM Quarter Master Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader ASPLPatrol Leader Troop Guide Den Chief Librarian Asst Patrol Leader InstructorChaplain AidScribe Scoutmaster Chartered Org. Representative Troop Committee Asst Patrol Leader Historian ASM Venture Crew Chief ASM

Troop Organization – Regular Patrols ASM New Scout Patrol JASM Quarter Master Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader ASPLPatrol Leader Troop Guide Den Chief Librarian Asst Patrol Leader InstructorChaplain AidScribe Scoutmaster Chartered Org. Representative Troop Committee Asst Patrol Leader Historian ASM Venture Crew Chief ASM

Troop Organization – New Scout Patrols ASM New Scout Patrol JASM Quarter Master Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader ASPLPatrol Leader Troop Guide Den Chief Librarian Asst Patrol Leader InstructorChaplain AidScribe Scoutmaster Chartered Org. Representative Troop Committee Asst Patrol Leader Historian ASM Venture Crew Chief ASM

Troop Organization – Venture Patrols ASM New Scout Patrol JASM Quarter Master Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader ASPLPatrol Leader Troop Guide Den Chief Librarian Asst Patrol Leader InstructorChaplain AidScribe Scoutmaster Chartered Org. Representative Troop Committee Asst Patrol Leader Historian ASM Venture Crew Chief ASM

Organization – Senior Patrol Leader ASM New Scout Patrol JASM Quarter Master Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader ASPLPatrol Leader Troop Guide Den Chief Librarian Asst Patrol Leader InstructorChaplain AidScribe Scoutmaster Chartered Org. Representative Troop Committee Asst Patrol Leader Historian ASM Venture Crew Chief ASM

Patrol Leaders’ Council ASM New Scout Patrol JASM Quarter Master Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader ASPLPatrol Leader Troop Guide Den Chief Librarian Asst Patrol Leader InstructorChaplain AidScribe Scoutmaster Chartered Org. Representative Troop Committee Asst Patrol Leader Historian ASM Venture Crew Chief Patrol Leaders’ Council ASM

Other Troop Leadership Positions ASM New Scout Patrol JASM Quarter Master Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader ASPLPatrol Leader Troop Guide Den Chief Librarian Asst Patrol Leader InstructorChaplain AidScribe Scoutmaster Chartered Org. Representative Troop Committee Asst Patrol Leader Historian ASM Venture Crew Chief ASM

Scoutmaster & Asst Scoutmasters ASM New Scout Patrol JASM Quarter Master Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader ASPLPatrol Leader Troop Guide Den Chief Librarian Asst Patrol Leader InstructorChaplain AidScribe Scoutmaster Chartered Org. Representative Troop Committee Asst Patrol Leader Historian ASM Venture Crew Chief ASM

Troop Committee ASM New Scout Patrol JASM Quarter Master Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader ASPLPatrol Leader Troop Guide Den Chief Librarian Asst Patrol Leader InstructorChaplain AidScribe Scoutmaster Chartered Org. Representative Troop Committee Asst Patrol Leader Historian ASM Venture Crew Chief ASM

The Big Picture Your piece of The puzzle

The Role of the Troop Committee Mission Statement The troop committee, which is the troops Board of Directors, supports the troops adult and youth leaders in delivering a quality program to the troops Scouts

The Role of the Troop Committee Advise the Scoutmaster on policies relating to Scouting and the chartered organization

The Role of the Troop Committee Assist in transportation

The Role of the Troop Committee Assure that a qualified substitute leader is assigned if the Scoutmaster is absent or unable to serve

The Role of the Troop Committee Assure that quality adult leadership is recruited and trained (the Scoutmaster is most important), and encourage adult leader training.

The Role of the Troop Committee Carry out the policies and regulations of the Boy Scouts of America

The Role of the Troop Committee Coordinate the Friends of Scouting Campaign

The Role of the Troop Committee Encourage the leaders

The Role of the Troop Committee Ensure that the troop program provides at least 10 days and nights of outdoor programming per year

The Role of the Troop Committee Manage troop finances

The Role of the Troop Committee Obtain and maintain troop equipment

The Role of the Troop Committee Provide adequate meeting facilities

The Role of the Troop Committee Provide a spiritual tone for troop meetings

The Role of the Troop Committee Recruit and involve troop committee members

The Role of the Troop Committee Serve on Boards of Review

The Role of the Troop Committee Solve behavior problems that can not be resolved within the troop (governed by the Scout Oath and Scout Law)

The Role of the Troop Committee Support troop program delivery

The Role of the Troop Committee Support Youth recruitment

Questions?

Position Responsibilities Committee Challenge Game

How to Play the Game First player takes a card and reads it to the player on his left (Next Player). If the next player answers correctly he moves the number of spaces indicated on the card. Play follows to the left. If you stop at a space with an arrow (bottom of the rope bridge for example), follow the bridge to the top. You may not stop on an occupied space. In that case keep moving to the next unoccupied space. Landing on a “Take a Break” space entitles you to a “Take a Break” card. Read it and follow the instructions. First player to the end wins. It isn’t necessary to have an exact number when you reach the end.

Position Responsibilities Let me tell you what I do

RESPONSIBILITIES OF TROOP COMMITTEE MEMBERS Chairperson Duties: Organize the committee to see that all functions are delegated, coordinated, and completed Maintain a close relationship with the chartered organization representative and Scoutmaster Interpret national and local policies to the troop Prepare troop committee meeting agendas Call, preside over, and promote attendance at monthly troop committee meetings and any special meetings that may be called. Ensure troop representation at monthly roundtables Secure top-notch, trained, individuals for camp leadership. Arrange for charter review and recharter annually. Plan the charter presentation.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF TROOP COMMITTEE MEMBERS Secretary Duties: Keep minutes of meetings and send out committee meeting notices Handle publicity Prepare a family newsletter of troop events and activities Conduct the troop resource survey Plan for family night programs and family activities At each meeting, report the minutes of the previous meeting

RESPONSIBILITIES OF TROOP COMMITTEE MEMBERS Treasurer (Finance/Records) Duties: Handle all troop funds, pay bills on recommendation of the Scoutmaster and authorization of the troop committee Maintain checking and savings accounts Train and supervise the troop scribe in recordkeeping Keep adequate records Supervise money-earning projects, including obtaining proper authorizations Supervise the camp savings plan Lead in the preparation of the annual troop budget Lead the Friends of Scouting campaign Report to the troop committee at each meeting

RESPONSIBILITIES OF TROOP COMMITTEE MEMBERS Outdoor/Activities Coordinator Duties: Help in securing permission to use camping sites Serve as transportation coordinator Ensure a monthly outdoor program Promote the National Camping Award Promote, through family meetings, attendance at troop campouts, camporees, and summer camp to reach the goal of an outing per month Secure tour permits for all troop activities Report to the troop committee at each meeting

RESPONSIBILITIES OF TROOP COMMITTEE MEMBERS Advancement Coordinator Duties: Encourage Scouts to advance in rank Work with the troop scribe to maintain all Scout advancement records Arrange quarterly troop boards of review and courts of honor Develop and maintain a merit badge counselor list Make a prompt report on the correct form to the council service center when a troop board of review is held Secure badges and certificates Work with the troop librarian to build and maintain a library of merit badge pamphlets and other advancement literature Report to the troop committee at each meeting

RESPONSIBILITIES OF TROOP COMMITTEE MEMBERS Chaplain Duties: Provide a spiritual tone for troop meetings and activities Give guidance to the chaplain aide Promote regular participation of each member in the activities of the religious organization of his choice Visit homes of scouts in times of sickness or need Give spiritual counseling and service when needed or requested Encourage Boy Scouts to earn their appropriate religious emblems Report to the troop committee at each meeting

RESPONSIBILITIES OF TROOP COMMITTEE MEMBERS Training coordinator Duties: Ensure troop leaders and committee members have opportunities for training Maintain an inventory of up-to-date training materials, video tapes, and other training resources Work with the district team in scheduling Fast Start training for all new leaders Be responsible for BSA Youth Protection training within the troop Encourage periodic junior leader training within the troop at the council and national levels Report to the troop committee at each meeting

RESPONSIBILITIES OF TROOP COMMITTEE MEMBERS Equipment Coordinator Duties: Supervise and help the troop procure camping equipment Work with the quartermaster on inventory and proper storage and maintenance of all troop equipment Make periodic safety checks on all troop camping gear, and encourage troops in the safe use of all outdoor equipment Report to the troop committee monthly

RESPONSIBILITIES OF TROOP COMMITTEE MEMBERS Chartered Organization Representative Duties: Serves as head of the “Scouting Department” in the organization Secures a troop committee chair and encourages training Maintains a close liaison with the troop committee chair Helps recruit adult leaders Serves as a liaison between troop and organization Assists with troop rechartering Encourages service to organization Is an active and involved member of the district committee

Delivering the Promise

Individual Roles In the Committee

How did we do? Please fill out an Evaluation form and return it to the instructor

Congratulations !! Thank you for caring enough to take an active role in the development of the future leaders of our nation Certificates of Completion will now be presented