1. Life Scout and Parent Orientation June 6, 2011 Welcome!

2. Agenda Becoming an Eagle Scout Eagle Scout Rank Requirements Achievement and Commitment Merit Badges Leadership Service Project Scoutmaster Conference Board of Review Court of Honor Eagle Patrol

3. Eagle Scout Rank Requirements Be active in your troop and patrol for at least 6 months as a Life Scout. Demonstrate Scout spirit by living the Scout Oath and Scout Law in your everyday life. Earn a total of 21 merit badges (10 more than you already have for the rank of Life Scout). While a Life Scout serve actively for a period of 6 months in a position of responsibility in your unit.

4. Eagle Scout Rank Requirements While a Life Scout, plan, develop, and give leadership to others in a service project helpful to any religious institution, any school, or your community. MUST BE NON-PROFIT. Take part in a Scoutmaster conference. Successfully complete an Eagle Scout board of review. NOTE: ALL Requirements must be completed before the Scout’s 18 th birthday except the Board of Review.

5. Achievement and Commitment To become an Eagle Scout, the scout must demonstrate that he lives the Scout Oath and Law (and Motto and Slogan) in his daily life. Scout must be active in the troop. Attend meetings and troop activities Work with other Scouts Participate in Eagle Patrol activities Scout must have a sincere desire to become an Eagle Scout A minimum of 5 letters of reference will be required that describe the Scouts ability to live up to the Scout Oath, Law, Motto, Slogan. The Scout furnishes references on Eagle Scout Application. Upon attaining the rank of Eagle Scout, the scout will take an Oath that commits him to live the Scout Oath and Scout Law for the rest of his life.

6. Eagle Advancement Timeline Complete Merit Badges Leadership Position Eagle Service Project Scout Spirit Active in Troop Complete Eagle Application Scoutmaster Conference Reference Letters Submit Eagle Application Board of Review

7. Required Merit Badges First Aid Citizenship in the Community Citizenship in the Nation Citizenship in the World Communications Personal Fitness Emergency Preparedness OR Lifesaving Environmental Science Personal Management Camping Family Life Swimming OR Hiking OR Cycling

8. Eagle Checklist Eagle Checklist is available for all Life Scouts that includes Eagle Project tasks and post Eagle project tasks that prepare scout for Scoutmaster Conference and Board of Review on the troop website Troop website is www.troop-57.com

9. Leadership Requirement While a Life Scout, serve actively for a period of 6 months in one or more of the following positions of responsibility Patrol Leader Assistant Senior Patrol Leader Senior Patrol Leader Troop Guide Order of the Arrow Troop Representative Den Chief Scribe Troop Librarian

10. Leadership Requirement Troop Historian Quartermaster Junior Assistant Scoutmaster Chaplain Aide Instructor Troop Webmaster Leave No Trace Instructor

11. Eagle Projects An Eagle Project is a sizable project that: Is for the benefit of community, church, or other worthy non- profit organization Involves leading people Requires a significant amount of planning Has a lasting impact The project focuses on Leadership and Project Management. It is the culmination of the Scout’s experiences in Scouting to date. The organization benefiting from the project may pay for all or portion of the project. Other funds must be raised by the Scout and should include a presentation to a group.

12. Eagle Project Must include at least 2 adults (Parents, professionals, Scout leaders, neighbors, etc.) The work crews may consist of any of the following: Boy Scouts Other teens (family, friends, etc.) Adults Work crews can provide labor for fundraising (car wash, etc.) and construction

13. Eagle Project - BIG PICTURE An Eagle Scout understands the entire process of Project Management, from Cradle to Grave. The Scout needs to: Be involved in the generating the concept Make all contact with adults and Organizations Adapt his plan based on feedback Learn from mistakes Plan alternatives Close out the process in a professional manner

14. How are Eagle Projects Done? Scout selects a project that conforms to the Eagle Project Criteria. Meets with sponsor. Scout documents concept. Meets with sponsor and Scoutmaster/advisor ASM for approval. Scout plans the entire project. Meets with sponsor, advisor ASM, Scoutmaster, Troop Committee Chairman or rep, and District Advancement Chair for approval Scout executes the plan and completes the project. Scout documents how project went and closes the project. Extra money goes to the project organization or is given back to donors. Scout meets with sponsor, Committee Chair or rep, ASM Advisor and Scoutmaster for final sign-off.

15. 3 Phases of an Eagle Projects CONCEPT: Typically a 1-3 paragraph statement that covers the WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN, HOW, and WHY Eagle Advisor needs to REVIEW this first Once “OK’d” – it goes to the CUSTOMER for signature Then signature by Eagle Advisor and Scoutmaster PLANNING WRAP-UP

16. PLANNING Phase Project Description in Detail So easy your little brother can do it 1-4 pages description Work Schedule Drawings PRE- PHOTOGRAPHS ( =1000 words each) Tables of Tools, Supplies and Materials Include Costs from 2 sources Borrow Tools from MANY Sources Safety Fundraising – Financial Plan Feedback from Eagle Advisor and ASM’s Signature by Customer, THEN Scouters, THEN Council NO money or material collected BEFORE this!!!

17. Time Log DateActionTime Spent People Involved Total Oct 3, 01Discussed with Institution Representative 1.523 Oct 10, 01Called City Planning to determine if building permit was required.61 October 21, 01Visited Lowes for donations for pricing of materials 2.2524.5 TOTAL4.4 Hrs 8.1 Hrs

18. Tools – Use many sources ToolsQuantitySource Wrenches -4Parents: Borrowed: (from who?) Rented: Ladders - 20’ extension 2 Paint Brushes— 4” 62 from home, 2 borrowed from Assistant Scoutmaster, Purchased 2 Paint Brushes- 2” 4 Pole Cutters2 Hammers4 Rope-25’2 Saw4

19. Materials List MaterialsUnitPrice EachQuantityTotal Shingles33 sq. ft.$14.47800 sq’$347.28 Nails30lbs 11/2 in$33.511 Felt Paper15lbs 4 sq.$14.232$28.46 Flashing10"x10'$18.963$56.88 Drip Guard10' $3.579$32.13 Plywood½ in sheets$11.382$22.76 Roofing Vents1 Vent$9.974$39.88 Sub Total$560.09 Tax28.00 Incidentals$100.00 TOTAL$688.09

20. WRAP –UP Phase After District Approval Actual Time and Expenditures Summarize the Project Activity What Deviations did you make Lessons Learned Continue Time Log Financial Balance Sheet POST – PHOTOGRAPHS !!! Tables of Tools, Supplies and Materials Include Costs from 2 sources Borrow Tools from MANY Sources Approvals for Completed Project Customer sign off first

21. Time and Financial Expenditures DateActivityScoutsAdult s TimeTotal People Total Time Money Spent May 2, 03 Shopping at Lowes for pressure treated lumber 111.523$26.75 (Include all receipts in your book)

22. Eagle Project Template for project workbook is on the Troop 57 website. It is an MS Word document. Scout should access it and save it on his computer. Eagle project advisors are John McGehee, Mike Francher, Dave Remy,Greg Belliveau and Mark Crowley. Eagle advisors work with the scout to ensure that the project planning and execution is done correctly.

23. Parent’s Role in the Project The Scout must do his own work. So, what can the parents do? Provide guidance Participate in the project as a worker Participate as the photographer Provide support

24. Scoutmaster Conference Objectives: Review all paperwork and documentation Discuss the Scout’s experience in scouting, leadership and participation Discuss Scout’s character Desire to be an Eagle Scout Responsibilities of an Eagle Scout Prepare the Scout for the Board of Review.

25. Scoutmaster Conference Documentation Road to Eagle book with all blue merit badge cards Troop Master Eagle Assistance Report Scout book Eagle Project Book Life Ambition Letter Eagle Scout Rank Application a.k.a. the “red, white, and blue” form.

26. Eagle Scout Reference Letters A minimum of 5 letters are required in order to conduct the Board of Review Parents Religious Educational (Teacher, coach, principal) Employer At large (1 or 2 letters) Letters must come from adults 21 years or older. Troop leaders should not be used except under special circumstances

27. Eagle Scout Reference Letters The letters will be requested by the Scoutmaster and must be sent to the Scoutmaster or Advisor in a sealed envelope. Each letter must be numbered on the envelope to the Scoutmaster: Parents (#1 of 6) Religious (#2 of 6) Educational (#3 of 6) Employer (#4 of 6) At Large (#5 and #6 of 6) The letter will not be shared with the Scout by the Board. The Scoutmaster does not read them. The reference may share the contents of their letter with the Scout.

28. Board of Review In order to schedule a board of review the Scout must: Complete the Eagle Scout Application and have Scoutmaster submit it to the Tidewater Council along with a copy of Eagle project workbook. A verified application will be returned to the Scoutmaster. Have all of the requested reference letters in the Scoutmaster’s possession. SM will then instruct the scout to schedule BOR with the Troop Committee Chairman.

29. Board of Review Scout must be in full Class A uniform including Merit Badge Sash. Check for: Sash with all merit badges Scout socks Scout belt Troop neckerchief Scout must bring: Scout book Road to Eagle Book with all blue cards Verified Eagle application, Life ambition letter Eagle Project Workbook

30. Board of Review The proceedings of the board must never be shared. DO NOT ASK what was asked. “What happens inVegas, stays in Vegas” The decision of the board must be unanimous.

31. Whew! The Board is Over! The results of the board and the verified application are sent to National through the Tidewater Council for final approval. Once final approval is received from National, the Scout and his family can plan his Eagle Court of Honor. If the Scout does not pass the board, the Board may request the Scout return or the Scout can appeal the decision.

32. Eagle Court of Honor Contact Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster to develop Court of Honor program. Each program is tailored to the Eagle Scout. Contact Mrs. Dyche to plan the before / after party. Contact the Great Bridge Presbyterian Church or other facility to reserve a date for the Sanctuary and the Fellowship Hall.

33. Eagle Court of Honor Court of Honor is not held during a troop meeting night or Court of Honor. Unless… An abbreviated Eagle Ceremony is held that is limited to the Eagle Charge, Oath, and Award. NOTE: The Eagle Charge and Oath MUST BE administered by an Eagle Scout (adult). If none are available,then the Scoutmaster can administer.

34. Eagle Patrol Program - Objectives Provide a program for teen-age boys that: Will keep boys interested in Scouting Foster leadership development Enable Life Scouts to earn the Eagle Rank Is integrated with Troop 57 while also offering program and activities exclusively for the patrol Is COOL and FUN!

35. Eagle Patrol Program Boy Run – Have more responsibility for program and activities. Similar to a Venture Crew Program and activities designed for teen-aged boys Quarterly Activities Field Trips High Adventure Trips Will continue to be involved with younger boys as instructors, mentors, organizers Adults serve as advisors and mentors

36. Eagle Patrol Organization 30 - 40 Boys approx. (Life & Eagle Scouts) Patrol Leader APL Treasurer Activity Leaders Advisor ASMs: Mark Warrack, Mark Crowley, Mike Francher, Dave Remy, Greg Belliveau, John McGehee

37. Quarterly Activities Eagle Patrol will have at least 1 activity per quarter that is usually high adventure based. Activities from the past Sailing on Chesapeake Bay Snow Skiing Caving in Senate Cave Whitewater Rafting

38. Field Trips Field trips will be conducted during troop meetings or on other days or evenings as necessary Oriented towards advanced merit badges, careers, or interesting topics Will need assistance from PARENTS