We are once again busy planning for the girls. This week at the meeting we will be celebrating the birthday of Juliette Low (the founder of Girl Scouts). Her birthday is actually on Oct. 31st. We are also going to be finishing up our first Try-It--Girl Scout Ways. I'm very excited about how the girls are coming along and working together and we are going to take that even further the next few weeks as we work on "Connecting as a Team."
Please try to remember to send in your daughter's item for the first aid kit we are putting together this week. You should have received a letter with your item on it at the last meeting. If you have questions please let me know.
Hopefully our new Brownie books will be in on Wed. as well so if you haven't given me the $7 for that yet, please bring it Wed.
Finally, I want to announce a couple of upcoming events:
We have been invited to participate in the Cub Scouts' Fundraiser-- Bowl-A-Thon. This is the boys' main fundraiser of the year and it would be really nice for our girls to participate and show parntership in scouting. This event will take place on Nov. 16 from 1100-1300 at The Arena. The cost for this event is $10 per child--this includes bowling, shoes, and food. I will be sending home permission slips for this event on Wed., but if you could respond to this email letting me know if your daughter will participate I would really appreciate it. The Cub Scouts need a head count as soon as possible.
Following, the Bowl-A-Thon is our Investiture/Rededication Ceremony (Nov 16 from 1400-1530) at the Soldier's Theatre. This is the welcoming ceremony for all new and returning scouts and is a great way to start our new year. All scouts and their families are invited. There will be a flag ceremony and a presentation by each Girl Scout troop with a cake reception following. It should be a very nice event. I hope to see you all there.
Monday, October 27, 2008
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Girl Scout Ways
Another great meeting today! The girls are really on top of things:) Today we talked a bit about our families. The girls who completed their family stars shared them. Don't worry if you forgot, I will allow time for those who didn't have them today at the next meeting.
Then we moved on to working on our first Try-It of the year--Girl Scout Ways. We talked some more about the G.S. Law and then we made a troop book illustrating each point. The girls did a fabulous job. We also talked about a few of the traditions in Girl Scouts such as the sign, handshake, promise, etc. Next week we will finish up the Try-It by discussing being prepared and making a first aid kit. You daughter should have brought home a note with an item for her to bring to donate to the kit. If this is not possible, just let me know.
I did get the girls books ordered--they will hopefully be here by our next meeting. If you can bring the $7 at the next meeting that would be great. Also, if you are still needing a vest or a sash, please let me or Mrs. Hacker know so we can get that for you as well.
Another pleasant surprise for us--we welcomed a new scout to our troop today. Because of this I will be revising the snack schedule so be on the lookout for that.
Until next time.... Have a great day!
Then we moved on to working on our first Try-It of the year--Girl Scout Ways. We talked some more about the G.S. Law and then we made a troop book illustrating each point. The girls did a fabulous job. We also talked about a few of the traditions in Girl Scouts such as the sign, handshake, promise, etc. Next week we will finish up the Try-It by discussing being prepared and making a first aid kit. You daughter should have brought home a note with an item for her to bring to donate to the kit. If this is not possible, just let me know.
I did get the girls books ordered--they will hopefully be here by our next meeting. If you can bring the $7 at the next meeting that would be great. Also, if you are still needing a vest or a sash, please let me or Mrs. Hacker know so we can get that for you as well.
Another pleasant surprise for us--we welcomed a new scout to our troop today. Because of this I will be revising the snack schedule so be on the lookout for that.
Until next time.... Have a great day!
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Link for Try-Its
I just found this webpage that has all the requirements for all the Try-Its. If your daughter doesn't have a Try-Its Book and wants to work on things outside of our meetings, everything is laid out for you at this link. http://server.ellenbecker.net:4271/Try%20Its.htm
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Friday, October 17, 2008
First Meeting
Well, our first meeting went really well. I was very impressed at how much the girls knew and remembered from last year. We worked on the Promise, the Law, and started earning our first key on the quest. The girls learned more about themselves (and each other). We talked about special talents, skills, and likes that they each had. Then we talked about the values that are present within the Girl Scout Law. We played a game to do this. The final step the girls need to take to earn the first key needs to be completed at home. This is the family star activity they should have brought home. I can't wait to see how they turn out.
Our next meeting is on Wed. 22 Oct. We will continue working on the promise and law as well as learn some other things about the Girl Scouting Program while we are earning the Try It- Girl Scout Ways.
Our next meeting is on Wed. 22 Oct. We will continue working on the promise and law as well as learn some other things about the Girl Scouting Program while we are earning the Try It- Girl Scout Ways.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
2008 Calendar of Events
2008 Calendar of Events
Oct 2008
Oct 15- Troop meeting--Brownie Quest-1st key--Girl Scout Promise and Law
Oct 22- Troop meeting--Try It Girl Scout Ways
Oct 29- Troop meeting--Try It Girl Scout Ways--Founder’s Day Celebration--1st Key Ceremony
Nov 2008
Nov 5- Troop meeting--Brownie Quest-2nd Key--Try It Eat Right Stay Healthy
Nov 12- Troop meeting--Try It Eat Right Stay Healthy
Nov 16-Bowl A Thon--Investiture/Rededication Ceremony (more info to follow)
Nov 19- Troop meeting--Brownie Quest-2nd Key and Ceremony
Nov 26-Troop meeting-- Try It Art to Wear
Dec 2008
Dec 3-Try It Art to Wear
Dec 10- Put together Angel Tree Gifts
Dec 17-Make Gingerbread Houses & Party
I have other ideas for 2009, but would like the girls to have some input so I will leave it open ended for now.
There may also be other activities added to this calendar, but this gives you an idea of how I would like to start out the year. If you have any input, please let me know!
Oct 2008
Oct 15- Troop meeting--Brownie Quest-1st key--Girl Scout Promise and Law
Oct 22- Troop meeting--Try It Girl Scout Ways
Oct 29- Troop meeting--Try It Girl Scout Ways--Founder’s Day Celebration--1st Key Ceremony
Nov 2008
Nov 5- Troop meeting--Brownie Quest-2nd Key--Try It Eat Right Stay Healthy
Nov 12- Troop meeting--Try It Eat Right Stay Healthy
Nov 16-Bowl A Thon--Investiture/Rededication Ceremony (more info to follow)
Nov 19- Troop meeting--Brownie Quest-2nd Key and Ceremony
Nov 26-Troop meeting-- Try It Art to Wear
Dec 2008
Dec 3-Try It Art to Wear
Dec 10- Put together Angel Tree Gifts
Dec 17-Make Gingerbread Houses & Party
I have other ideas for 2009, but would like the girls to have some input so I will leave it open ended for now.
There may also be other activities added to this calendar, but this gives you an idea of how I would like to start out the year. If you have any input, please let me know!
Snack List
Brownie Troop 43 Snack List
Oct 15- Kathryn
Oct 22 - Anna
Oct 29- Founder’s Day Celebration--Leader Snack
Nov 5- Haley E.
Nov 12- Haley F.
Nov 19- Jada
Nov 26- Caroline
Dec 3- Alaina
Dec 10- Sophia
Dec 17- Faith
Jan 7- Mackenzie
Jan 14- Kathryn
Jan 21- Anna
Jan 27- Haley E.
Feb 4- Haley F.
Feb 11- Jada
Feb 18- Caroline
Feb 25- Alaina
March 4- Sophia
March 11- Girl Scouts Birthday-Leader Snack
March 18- Faith
March 25- Mackenzie
Apr 1- Kathryn
Apr 15- Anna
Apr 22- Haley E.
Apr 29- Haley F.
May 6- Jada
May 13- Caroline
May 20- Alaina
May 27- Sophia
June 3- Faith
June 10- Mackenzie
**All dates subject to change**
Oct 15- Kathryn
Oct 22 - Anna
Oct 29- Founder’s Day Celebration--Leader Snack
Nov 5- Haley E.
Nov 12- Haley F.
Nov 19- Jada
Nov 26- Caroline
Dec 3- Alaina
Dec 10- Sophia
Dec 17- Faith
Jan 7- Mackenzie
Jan 14- Kathryn
Jan 21- Anna
Jan 27- Haley E.
Feb 4- Haley F.
Feb 11- Jada
Feb 18- Caroline
Feb 25- Alaina
March 4- Sophia
March 11- Girl Scouts Birthday-Leader Snack
March 18- Faith
March 25- Mackenzie
Apr 1- Kathryn
Apr 15- Anna
Apr 22- Haley E.
Apr 29- Haley F.
May 6- Jada
May 13- Caroline
May 20- Alaina
May 27- Sophia
June 3- Faith
June 10- Mackenzie
**All dates subject to change**
Friday, October 10, 2008
New Brownie Program
Brownie Parents,
The Brownie program has been re-organized this year and I am so excited about the changes being made. Brownies are being taken into the 21st century and updated to fit the girls' lifestyles much better.
Here is a quick overview.
The theme for the year is "It's Your World---Change It!" We will be following a "Brownie Quest" to find out how to be a leader. This program is very hands on and should be a lot of fun (and educational, but don't let the girls know) During the year, the girls will earn 3 keys which will unlock a mystery. These will be represented by 4 badges which look similar to the Try-Its badges. Don't worry though, the girls will still be earning Try-Its as well. They fit in very nicely with the new program.
As we make our way through the year there are some resources we will be using quite a lot of. The first on is the Try-Its book the girls used last year. This book is helpful to have if your daughter would like to work on badges outside the meeting times. It is not, however, necessary for meeting times since I will supply what is needed.
The 2ND resource is a book that goes along with the new program. It is called "Brownie Quest". This book is set up in a child friendly format--almost like a diary/scrapbook. the girls have 2 quests they can do within the book. The first is one to do at home with family/friends. The 2ND is the quest we will be working on during our meetings. The book is set up to be written in, colored in, and "made the girls own." As a troop, we will be using this book quite a bit throughout the year. If you are willing/able I would suggest purchasing this book. The cost is $7. It can be ordered on-line at http://goshop.girlscouts.org/gsusaonline/ or you can just let me know you want one and I will place a troop order on 15 Oct. following our meeting. This will give you some time to think about it and I will also have one available for you to look at that day. If you don't wish to purchase a book, your daughter will still be able to participate in all activities--I will photocopy the pages as needed.
I will have handouts and more information on the new program at our first meeting. I'm also working on a tentative calendar--at least through Dec.--which I will try to have ready a the first meeting. As the year progresses, I really want the girls to be involved in planning their own activities. Therefore, the calendar will be subject to change and somewhat open ended.
That's all for now--See you on the 15Th!!
The Brownie program has been re-organized this year and I am so excited about the changes being made. Brownies are being taken into the 21st century and updated to fit the girls' lifestyles much better.
Here is a quick overview.
The theme for the year is "It's Your World---Change It!" We will be following a "Brownie Quest" to find out how to be a leader. This program is very hands on and should be a lot of fun (and educational, but don't let the girls know) During the year, the girls will earn 3 keys which will unlock a mystery. These will be represented by 4 badges which look similar to the Try-Its badges. Don't worry though, the girls will still be earning Try-Its as well. They fit in very nicely with the new program.
As we make our way through the year there are some resources we will be using quite a lot of. The first on is the Try-Its book the girls used last year. This book is helpful to have if your daughter would like to work on badges outside the meeting times. It is not, however, necessary for meeting times since I will supply what is needed.
The 2ND resource is a book that goes along with the new program. It is called "Brownie Quest". This book is set up in a child friendly format--almost like a diary/scrapbook. the girls have 2 quests they can do within the book. The first is one to do at home with family/friends. The 2ND is the quest we will be working on during our meetings. The book is set up to be written in, colored in, and "made the girls own." As a troop, we will be using this book quite a bit throughout the year. If you are willing/able I would suggest purchasing this book. The cost is $7. It can be ordered on-line at http://goshop.girlscouts.org/gsusaonline/ or you can just let me know you want one and I will place a troop order on 15 Oct. following our meeting. This will give you some time to think about it and I will also have one available for you to look at that day. If you don't wish to purchase a book, your daughter will still be able to participate in all activities--I will photocopy the pages as needed.
I will have handouts and more information on the new program at our first meeting. I'm also working on a tentative calendar--at least through Dec.--which I will try to have ready a the first meeting. As the year progresses, I really want the girls to be involved in planning their own activities. Therefore, the calendar will be subject to change and somewhat open ended.
That's all for now--See you on the 15Th!!
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
WELCOME!!!
Hello Brownie Parents!!
We are finally ready to get our year off the ground and we are going to hit the ground running. I'm going to warn you upfront that this email may be quite lengthy, but I want to give you a rundown of some things before we get started.
First and foremost--I am thrilled to be your daughter's Brownie Leader this year! I have not done this before, but am ready and willing to put forth my best effort for the girls.
So without further ado, here are the Brownie Troop 43 Details for 2008-2009....
Meetings
Our regular troop meetings will be on Wednesdays immediately after school until 4:15 begining on Oct. 15th. We will meet in Mrs. Hacker's 2nd grade classroom (room 101). Please make sure to let your daugher's teacher know they they will be attending Brownies on Wednesdays. I will meet them in the 2nd grade hall.
Snacks
If your daughter is anything like mine, she will be "STARVING" after school. Therefore, we will begin each meeting with a snack. I will bring the snacks to the first meeting and will send home a roster in your daugher's folder for the ones following. Please let me know if there are any allergies I should be aware of.
Folders
I have set up an accordian file with a pocket for each girl. I will put any papers or items to go home in their folder. I ask that you check your daugher's folder at the end of each meeting for new information and upcoming events. (This will save the hassle of making sure I catch each parent to hand things out at the end of the meeting)
Blog
I have set up a blog site to keep you informed--everything in this email, as well as any other information throughout the year will be there so check it out often to see exactly what we will be up to. The address is http://www.brownietroop43.blogspot.com/ Don't worry I will also send emails and hard copies if needed. I just figured this was a central location that could be updated easily and looked at when it was convenient for you (I always seem to have time for these things at very odd hours)
Try-It On Your Own
The girls are always welcome and encouraged to complete the requirements for Try-Its badges outside of our girl scout meetings. Use the Try-It-On-Your-Own form (in your daugher's folder) to report the information back to me. I will get the Try-it badge for your daughter.
I think that is enough for one email:) I will try not to be so lengthy in others throughout the year. I will have more information coming out about activities and badges and the NEW program following our first meeting on the 15th. I can't wait to work with your daughter and I know we will have a great year.
See you on the 15th!!
Laurie
We are finally ready to get our year off the ground and we are going to hit the ground running. I'm going to warn you upfront that this email may be quite lengthy, but I want to give you a rundown of some things before we get started.
First and foremost--I am thrilled to be your daughter's Brownie Leader this year! I have not done this before, but am ready and willing to put forth my best effort for the girls.
So without further ado, here are the Brownie Troop 43 Details for 2008-2009....
Meetings
Our regular troop meetings will be on Wednesdays immediately after school until 4:15 begining on Oct. 15th. We will meet in Mrs. Hacker's 2nd grade classroom (room 101). Please make sure to let your daugher's teacher know they they will be attending Brownies on Wednesdays. I will meet them in the 2nd grade hall.
Snacks
If your daughter is anything like mine, she will be "STARVING" after school. Therefore, we will begin each meeting with a snack. I will bring the snacks to the first meeting and will send home a roster in your daugher's folder for the ones following. Please let me know if there are any allergies I should be aware of.
Folders
I have set up an accordian file with a pocket for each girl. I will put any papers or items to go home in their folder. I ask that you check your daugher's folder at the end of each meeting for new information and upcoming events. (This will save the hassle of making sure I catch each parent to hand things out at the end of the meeting)
Blog
I have set up a blog site to keep you informed--everything in this email, as well as any other information throughout the year will be there so check it out often to see exactly what we will be up to. The address is http://www.brownietroop43.blogspot.com/ Don't worry I will also send emails and hard copies if needed. I just figured this was a central location that could be updated easily and looked at when it was convenient for you (I always seem to have time for these things at very odd hours)
Try-It On Your Own
The girls are always welcome and encouraged to complete the requirements for Try-Its badges outside of our girl scout meetings. Use the Try-It-On-Your-Own form (in your daugher's folder) to report the information back to me. I will get the Try-it badge for your daughter.
I think that is enough for one email:) I will try not to be so lengthy in others throughout the year. I will have more information coming out about activities and badges and the NEW program following our first meeting on the 15th. I can't wait to work with your daughter and I know we will have a great year.
See you on the 15th!!
Laurie
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