2024 Reflections Program

Heather Bana Heather became concerned about the lack of education regarding the importance of physical activity as part of a healthy lifestyle. So, Heather set out to educate her community with the many fun and unique ways they can be active each day to earn her Girl Scout Gold Award. Heather worked with the Wentzville Parks and Recreation Department to educate adults through a presentation held as part of a popular annual volleyball tournament. In the presentation, Heather covered the benefits of physical activity, proper nutrition, ways to stay active, and healthy tips. Her presentation also lives on the park department's website, so community members can access the information anytime they need inspiration to take on a new physical challenge. “The Gold Award has taught me perseverance and determination as well as the importance of problem solving and flexibility. It also allowed me to improve some of my leadership skills such as communication, organization, and decision making. Overall, it has left me with a new sense of self and a better understanding of my capabilities.” Alivia Bartlow As a lifelong Girl Scout, Alivia knows firsthand the impact camp can have on young girls. Alivia wanted to share her love of camping with new Girl Scout troop leaders so they felt more confident throughout the planning process, ultimately helping more girls experience the outdoors. To earn her Gold Award, Alivia created a Girl Scout troop camping website, complete with sample itineraries for various age levels so leaders could confidently plan an overnight for their troop. She also created camp boxes that included items such as cooking supplies, games, Girl Scout song lyric sheets and more. She then donated one box to be stored at each GSEM camp property for troops to use while at camp as needed. “The Gold Award teaches you a lot about yourself! I'm happy that my project can impact so many other Girl Scouts. It is a family and I have made many friends over the years."

District 14, Troop 4818 Wentzville Holt High School 13 years in Girl Scouts

Milestones Girl Scout Bronze Award Girl Scout Silver Award 13-Year Girl Scout 2023 Graduate Girl Scout

District 14, Troop 4902 Liberty High School 13 years in Girl Scouts Milestones Girl Scout Bronze Award Girl Scout Silver Award 13-Year Girl Scout Graduating Girl Scout