1. Council Essentials 1

2. Benefits of Council Essentials Their volunteer roles and options Girl Scout structure and support That they are role models for girls Tools and resources for their position 2 After completing this orientation participants will understand:

3. The Girl Scout Leadership Experience Model 3 } } 15 SHORT-TERM & INTERMEDIATE OUTCOMES Girls gain specific knowledge, skills, attitudes, behaviors, and values in Girl Scouting. LONG TERM OUTCOME Girls lead with courage, confidence, and character to make the world a better place. FOCUS OF GIRL SCOUT ACTIVITIES Discover Connect Take Action GIRL SCOUT PROCESSES Girl Led Learning by Doing Cooperative Learning

4. The 15 Outcomes of the GSLE Discove r  Girls develop a strong sense of self Girls develop positive values Girls gain practical life skills Girls seek challenges in the world Girls develop critical thinking 4

5. Connect  Girls develop healthy relationships Girls promote cooperation and team building Girls can resolve conflicts Girls advance diversity in a multicultural world Girls feel connected to their communities, locally and globally 5

6. Take Action = Girls can identify community needs Girls are resourceful problem solvers Girls advocate for themselves and others, locally and globally Girls educate and inspire others to act Girls feel empowered to make a difference in the world Leadershi p 6

7. WHO WE ARE OUR MISSION : Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. KEY PRIORITITES: Membership- Be the organization of choice for girls, parents, guardians, and volunteers Program- Deliver outcomes-driven programs that support and build membership and resources Funding- Diversify and increase revenue streams for long-term sustainability Culture- Build and sustain a culture that is girl-centered, adaptive, nimble, fun, and rewards taking risks in order to win for girls Brand- Communicate who we are and what we do today to build value and public trust, and to position ourselves as the premier leadership organization for girls 7

8. Options for Girls Troops by grade level Events or activities Day, troop or resident camp Series (short term programs) Local, national, and international trips Web based connection Individualized Girl Experience 8

9. Options for Adults 9

10. Volunteer Policies We’re an inclusive organization One year appointment with review Educational opportunities support the successful execution of your volunteer position Money belongs to the troop, not individuals 10

11. Organizational Structure 11 Girl Scouts of the USA Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Girl Scout Area Girl Scout Troop World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS)

12. Volunteer & Staff Organizational Chart 12 Chief Executive OfficerChief Membership OfficerRegional Team LeaderMembership Specialist Area Manager/Designated Volunteer Leaders and Co- Leaders Area Volunteers

13. Girl Scout Area Structure 13 GSHOM Membership Specialist GIRLS Parents/ Guardians Troop Volunteers Leader and Co-Leader Additional Area Management Team Members Area Manager/ Troop Organizer Area QSP/Nut & Cookie Program Manager(s) Area Treasurer Area Registrar GSHOM Membership Team Leader

14. Support Directory Area ManagerArea Product Manager Area RegistrarArea Cookie Sales Manager Troop OrganizerArea QSP Sales Manager Area SecretaryArea Public Relations Area TreasurerArea Training Facilitator Membership SpecialistMembership Team Leader 14

15. Completing the National Program Portfolio Journeys Skills Badges

16. Leadership Journeys Three for each level –It’s Your World; Change It –It’s Your Planet; Love it –It’s Your Story; Tell it CUSTOMIZE to meet the needs of the girls Additions –Skill building badges linked to Journeys 16

17. Girls’ Guide to Girl Scouting Sections ‾Handbook New Troop Crests ‾Badges (and more) My Promise, My Faith Pins Summit Awards Safety Award Pins ‾My Girls Scouts 17

18. Program Opportunities Find additional activities for girls: o The Source o Camp Brochure o www.gshom.org www.gshom.org 18

19. Your Role as a Troop Volunteer Be Excited! Have fun! Position description o Anything you didn’t know about or that surprises you? 19

20. First Steps New Troop Packet ‾Registration of girls and adults ‾Dues Summary Decide when and where to meet Parent meeting p 59-60 ‾Troop Committee Troop Family surveys 20

21. Meeting with Girls for the First Time Decide on whether to include parents or hold a separate meeting for the adults Icebreakers are a great way to start Find out what interests the group Get the girls talking about how they want to schedule their time together 21

22. Troop Meetings First Four Meetings packet 6 Elements of Troop Meeting p 91 Kaper Charts Sample Troop year page 93 o Reengaging girls page Girl Scout Traditions page 44-45 22

23. Safety Guidelines Girl Scout Safety Activity Checkpoints Link found on GSHOM website Table on page 15 for adult to girl ratios Adult volunteers must be at least 18 years old Flag page 16 for general safety instructions Have the recommended First Aid/CPR Training Have a first aid kit at all times 23

24. Creating a Safe Space for Girls Recognizing and supporting each girl Promoting fairness Building Trust Managing Conflict Effective Conflict Management and The Girl Scout Research Institute (www.girlscouts.org/research)www.girlscouts.org/research 24

25. Managing Troop Finances Establish an account Make the girls part of the budget and spending decisions Council sponsored product sales – Cookies, QSP/Nuts Other money earning Annual Troop Financial Report - excel 25

26. Taking Trips Transporting Girls p 65-67 Trip Planning Course is essential o Manual and test available online to download from our Web site as a home study course Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Trip and Activities Requirement Guide found on the ‘Volunteer Resources’ page @gshom.org Travel appendix page 95 26

27. Helpful Tools GSHOM Web site http://gshom.orghttp://gshom.org www.gshom.org - ‘Volunteer Resources’ button www.gshom.org Volunteer Essentials The Source E-newsletters 1-800-49-SCOUT (1-800-497-2688) Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Retail Stores www.shop.gshom.org www.girlscouts.org/programs/Girl Scout central 27

28. Volunteer Learning Volunteer Basics Girl Scouting 101 Online Orientation Council Essentials Grade Level Courses Trip Planning 28

29. Additional Volunteer Learning 29 Outdoor Skills Volunteer and Personal Development Seminars/Events Safety Product Program Training Recognition Events p 17

30. Registering for Courses Register online, email, fax or mail Online Choose ‘Register for Event or Classes’ Create user name and password Choose Adult Training & Events Choose by category, month or region To email, fax or mail print the class registration form from our website, complete and submit 30

31. Closing Questions Sign Volunteer Agreements o Keep one Council Essentials evaluation Education card 31

32. Need More Information? Tammy Klavon 517-544-7620 tklavon@gshom.org 1-800-497-2688 Bonnie Bartlett 517-544-7640 bbartlett@gshom.org 32

33. Need More Information? Cherie Cornick 734-326-9466 cornick1@mac.com 1-800-497-2688 Winnie Odom 734-794-7450 wodom@gshom.org 33