2025-2026 Inspire Discovery

Fall registration opens Aug. 12

October 2025-May 2026 Inspire Discovery

Inspire Discovery

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Contents

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Welcome A note from Natissia

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National Programs Learn about new GSUSA badges and awards and GSEM patch programs

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Highest Awards New prerequisites for Girl Scout Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards

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Events Calendar Find every possible adventure!

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Girl Scout Robotics FIRST ® Robotics

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Scholarships

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Accessibility Accommodations at GSEM

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AdvanceHER ™ Leadership Program

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Product Programs Treats & Reads, Girl Scout Cookies

Empowering the next generation of leaders

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Younger Girl Program Listing Grades K-5 Older Girl Program Listing Grades 6-12 Older girl incentives

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Council Events Girl Scout Round Up, Girl Scout Cookie Run, April Showers, World of Wonder Extravaganza Programs Pillars STEM, Life Skills, Entrepreneurship, & the Outdoors

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Camp Get outdoors this fall & spring

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Registration

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Sexual Abuse, Physical Abuse and Molestation Policy Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri has zero tolerance for any instances of sexual abuse, physical abuse, and/or molestation of any individual. Any staff member, volunteer, or independent contractor found to have engaged in any such activity will be terminated from their employment, volunteer role, and/or any other affiliation they have with Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri. Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri will also pursue any and all legal actions warranted in the event of an instance of sexual abuse, physical abuse, and/or molestation. For more information about this policy, see the Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri website at vr.girlscoutsem.org/sampolicy, or contact the Directors, Risk Management. If you have any concerns about, or need to report, an instance of sexual abuse, physical abuse, and/or molestation, contact the Director, Risk Management. If that person is not available, contact another Leadership Team staff member. Also remember that Missouri law states that if any person with the responsibility for the care of children has reasonable cause to suspect that a child has been or may be subjected to abuse or neglect or observes a child being subjected to conditions or circumstances which would reasonably result in abuse or neglect, that person shall immediately report to the Missouri Department of Social Services Children’s Division. Mandated reporters include Girl Scout volunteers and staff.

A note from Natissia

Welcome to the 2025-2026 edition of Inspire Discovery ! Designed for Girl Scouts and their families, this annual publication showcases an incredible year ahead, packed with engaging and innovative programs running from October 2025 through May 2026. This year, we are proud to introduce more age-appropriate programming to meet the needs of today’s girls. In addition to our beloved traditions, we’ve expanded opportunities in academic enrichment, mental wellness, and workforce development—including coding workshops, financial literacy seminars, STEM career panels, and our new mental wellness patch program, which focuses on emotional well-being and resilience. I am especially proud of the launch of one of the most groundbreaking initiatives in our council’s history, the Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s AdvanceHER ™ Leadership Program. This initiative is designed to equip girls with the skills, confidence, and experiences to thrive in today’s world. To date, we have signed six renewable scholarship agreements, with awards ranging from $2,000 to $30,000 exclusively for Girl Scouts. I encourage you to turn to pg. 8 in this publication to learn more.

I also encourage you to visit our new Build-A-Bear Workshop located within our Council office. This inventive new space was created in partnership with Build-A-Bear to offer an immersive experience for the community while directly supporting local eastern Missouri girls. We remain committed to continually evaluate, innovate and launch new experiences for girls to keep their interest, promote curiosity and ultimately build a foundation for their future. Take a look at some of our favorite moments from the last year, reminding us of the importance of empowering the future generation of girls. Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri thrives because of our members’ passion and dedication. Thank you for being a part of this extraordinary movement. I continue to be inspired each day by the unwavering support of our families, volunteers, and the girls who are shaping a bright future.

Soar Higher,

Chief Executive Officer Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri

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Powered by Purpose, Built to Soar

We are so proud of Eastern Missouri Girl Scouts, Ruth and Aryah, for their awesome interview skills demonstrated on KSDK—5 On Your Side to spotlight April Showers! Grateful as always to our families, volunteers, and staff who are the force behind this impactful community effort!

The Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri Community Troop Program team hosted their inaugural Sneaker Ball, an evening filled with more than 400 young girls singing, dancing, laughing, and playing. Kudos to the Community Troop Program, Girl Scouts Beyond Bars, staff, and volunteers that ensured a successful event!

I look forward to moments when there is a special visit from one of our GSEM troops participating in the Council tour program. Troop 492 took charge of my office last night and it filled me with joy, hope, and inspiration!

It was pure joy to celebrate the incredible young women who earned the prestigious Gold Award! Our future is bright because of trailblazers like these young ladies. Keep soaring higher—you inspire us all!

GSEM hosted the annual Dessert First event, showcasing our girls’ leadership skills on center stage. It was a night full of inspiration, highlighting excitement, impact, and our unwavering dedication to nurturing future leaders.

We also celebrated the grand opening of the Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri Build-A-Bear Workshop with our community! This vibrant, hands-on space is a testament to what’s possible through vision and partnership.

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2025-2026 Calendar

To see the full Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri event calendar, visit girlscoutsem.org/events .

October 2025

February 2026

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Treats & Reads GO Day

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Girl Scout Cookie Booths Open

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Girl Scout Round Up Treats & Reads Order Cards Due

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National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend World Thinking Day

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Juliette Gordon Low's Birthday

March 2026

November 2025

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Bronze, Silver & Gold Award Final Report Submission Deadline

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2026 Camp Adventure Guide Goes Live

Treats & Reads Program Ends Council Closed For Thanksgiving 26-28 23 Girl Scout Cookie Run 29

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International Women’s Day Girl Scout Week

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Girl Scout Cookie Program Ends

December 2025

April 2026

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2026 Overnight Camp Registration Opens

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Spring Renewal Opens

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April Showers, Door-to-Door Distribution Weekend April Showers, Showering the Community

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2026 Day Camp Registration Opens

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Council Closed For Winter Break

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National Girl Scout Leader’s Day

January 2026

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April Showers, Collection Weekend

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Summer Program Registration Opens

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Girl Scout Cookie GO Day Spring Program Registration Opens

May 2026

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Council Closed For MLK Day

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Girl Scout Bridging Ceremonies

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Council Closed For Memorial Day

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NOW OPEN! Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s new Build-A-Bear Workshop, located within the GSEM Service Center, is now open! This one-of-a-kind space is all about bringing the community together—for a fun and creative experience.

Walk-Ins Guests can build their own plush companions, sparking creativity, and creating joyful memories in a welcoming environment. Stop by and check out our space, the excellent selection of Build-A-Bear merchandise and make a new Furry Friend today! Guests will be able to participate in the signature Build-A-Bear experience, including the iconic heart ceremony, customizable accessories and products that appeals to kids, teens and adults alike. The workshop also offers a special selections of Girl Scout-themed apparel.

Party Packages Whether celebrating a birthday party, troop event, or just having some fun, groups can now host a party at the Build-A-Bear Workshop!

Party packages start at $30 per person with three terrific packages to choose from.

To request a party, fill out the Build-A-Bear Party booking form at girlscoutsem.org/buildabear and our staff will contact interested parties to plan a beary-special event!

Want to know more? Visit girlscoutsem.org/buildabear!

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AdvanceHER ™ Leadership Program

Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders

Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri is committed to providing promising students with the academic enrichment, social support and life skills needed to succeed in college and careers. We are focused on securing higher education and technical institution partnerships, providing Girl Scouts and their families resources to assist with post-secondary planning. Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri proudly introduces the AdvanceHER ™ Leadership Program, a groundbreaking leadership initiative designed to equip girls with the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to thrive in today’s world. Rooted in a holistic approach, the program immerses Girl Scouts in transformative experiences that focus on socio-emotional well-being, college preparedness, and career exploration. AdvanceHER ™ is more than a program—it’s a movement. One that champions every girl’s potential and fuels her persistence toward lifelong success. By investing in girls today, we are cultivating the changemakers, innovators, and leaders of tomorrow.

To learn more about the AdvanceHER ™ Leadership Program, scholarship requirements and to stay up to date on new college partners, visit girlscoutsem.org/advanceher . For questions or more information, please contact Brandi Higgins, Senior Manager, College and Career Advancement at bhiggins@girlscoutsem.org .

GSEM AdvanceHER ™ Leadership Program College Partners:

• Missouri State University • Saint Louis University • Southeast Missouri State University • Southern Illinois University— Edwardsville • St. Louis Community College • University of Missouri—St. Louis ™ AdvanceHE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM GIRL SCOUTS OF EASTERN MISSOURI The GSEM AdvanceHER ™ Leadership Program will continue to grow as additional agreements are secured.

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Fast Cash: FAFSA & Financial Literacy Sept. 20, 2025 | 1-3 pm Grades 11-12 Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 63146 $0 per Girl Scout Registration Deadline: Sept. 6 Upcoming AdvanceHER ™ Programs

Need help preparing to complete the FAFSA or understanding financial aid options? Join us for an interactive workshop where financial aid experts will share helpful tips and tricks to navigate the FAFSA, explain different types of aid, and share best practices for accessing the support needed for college. Girl Scouts and families should bring their laptops and electronic devices. Girl Scouts will also learn about scholarship opportunities available through GSEM and receive hands-on assistance to gain access to the My Scholarship Central database. Walk away with valuable tools, resources, and the confidence to make informed decisions about a post secondary future. Parents and families are welcome and highly encouraged to attend this event.

Camp CEO Sept. 26-28, 2025 Grades 8-11 for the 2024-2025 school year Camp Fiddlecreek, Labadie 63055 $80 per camper; price includes meals and patch Registration Deadline: Sept. 12

Welcome to Camp CEO, an empowering leadership camp designed to inspire and prepare the next generation of women leaders! This transformative program blends mentorship, team-building activities, and personal growth experiences. Camp CEO is designed for Girl Scouts eager to develop their leadership skills and connect with role models in their community, including GSEM CEO, Dr. Natissia Small.

Leadership Exploration: What is Your True Color? March 22, 2026 | noon-3 pm Grades 9-12 Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 63146 $50 per Girl Scout Registration Deadline: March 7

Let’s discover our true color! Creative green? Adventurous orange? Dependable gold? Compassionate blue? What does our true color convey? Join this interactive workshop as we take a deep dive into leadership and discover our true colors. Does the true primary color align with career goals and aspirations? During this workshop, the True Color inventory will be administered, and we will discuss connecting color to the strategies for success and leadership. Lunch will be provided.

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Next Stop: College

AdvanceHER ™ Leadership Program College Tours!

Girl Scouts can jump start their college exploration and join the AdvanceHER ™ team as we visit our six partner institutions! During each visit, Girl Scouts in grades 9-12 will explore campus, learn about the admission process, and receive information about our GSEM scholarship opportunities. These tours were developed especially for eastern Missouri Girl Scouts!

University of Missouri—St. Louis Sept. 13, 9 am-3 pm Cost: $60 Registration Deadline: Aug. 30

Join us as we visit The University of Missouri-St. Louis! We will explore campus, tour residence halls and meet current UMSL tritons! Girl Scout Ambassadors will earn their College Knowledge Badge. The first five Girl Scouts to register will be entered into a raffle to win a stainless-steel University of Missouri—St. Louis tumbler. *Drop-off and pick-up will be at The University of Missouri- St. Louis Millennium Student Center, 63121.

Southeast Missouri State University Oct. 11, 9 am-5 pm Cost: $60 Registration Deadline: Sept. 27

Travel with Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri to Cape Girardeau, MO for SEMO’s fall Show Me Day! During the visit, Girl Scouts will tour campus, talk to professors, meet students, eat in the dining facilities, and explore residence halls. Transportation will be provided. *Drop-off and pick-up will be at the Berges Family Program Center, 63146.

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Saint Louis University April 18, 10 am-1:30 pm Cost: $20 Registration Deadline: April 4

Visit Saint Louis University with Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri! We will explore campus, learn about popular degree programs, meet students and faculty, and experience Biliken pride! The first five Girl Scouts who register will be entered into a raffle to win a bundle of campus gear. Lunch provided.

*Drop-off and pick-up will be at Saint Louis University, 63103.

St. Louis Community College STLCC—Forest Park Nov. 4, 10 am-noon Cost: $20 Registration Deadline: Oct. 21 Join us as we visit St. Louis Community College—Forest Park campus. During the visit, Girl Scouts will learn about Forest Park’s popular degree programs such as nursing, dental hygiene, surgical technology, culinary arts, and more.

*Drop-off and pick-up will be at STLCC—Forest Park, 63110.

STLCC—Florissant Valley March 20, 10 am-2:30 pm Cost: $20 Registration Deadline: March 6

Tour St. Louis Community College—Florrisant Valley campus and learn about their popular degree programs plus explore their new state-of-the-art center for Advance Manufacturing and engage in hands-on learning sessions. Girl Scouts will be exposed to careers in advanced manufacturing, engineering, technology, technical trades, and more. Lunch provided.

*Drop-off and pick-up will be at STLCC—Florissant Valley, 63135.

STLCC—Meramec May 23, 10 am-noon Cost: $20 Registration Deadline: May 9

Spend some time at St. Louis Community College—Meramec campus. During the visit, Girl Scouts will learn about Meramec’s popular degree programs such as interior design, horticulture, and fine arts.

*Drop-off and pick-up will be at STLCC—Meramec, 63122.

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Girl Scout Round Up

Join us for an amazing day of fun, activities and camp!

All participants receive an event patch!

October 18, 2025 | 10 am-4 pm Camp Cedarledge, Pevely, MO

$10 per Girl Scout or adult; includes lunch, event patch, transportation into camp and all activities

GIRL SCOUT ROUND UP 2025

Girl Scout Round Up is our annual event that showcases all Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri has to offer to its members. Event participation is very flexible for this event! We encourage all Girl Scouts whether in a troop or individually to come together. Please note, participants must meet girl-to-adult ratio for the event if they are attending as a troop and individual Girl Scouts must have an adult registered to attend. Registration is open to all members! When registering for the event, participants will need to choose what time to catch the bus from our outside parking location, Windsor School District. Buses will depart at 9:15 am and 10 am. For participants who would like to camp all weekend for an additional $5, they do not need to pick a bus time but will need to choose a unit. Once registration closes, we will ensure each unit has at least one certified camper.

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Activities will be divided into two areas at camp, one group will be for our younger Girl Scouts, Daisy through Juniors. The other area will be for our older Girl Scouts, Cadettes through Ambassadors. The program areas will include crafts, games and hands-on activities related to our four Girl Scout pillar areas of STEM, Life Skills, Entrepreneurship and Outdoors. We will have a DJ, coffee and Kona Ice Trucks, and team-building games for all ages to enjoy! Plus, participants have an option to sign up for a special activity at camp once registration has closed. Special activities will include archery, letterboxing, fishing, and more!

Please note that everyone attending the event must be a current Girl Scout member and registered for the event. This event sells out early—don’t wait to register!

Registration closes Friday, Sept. 26!

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Girl Scout Cookie Run

Lace up those running shoes—it’s time to Do-Si-Do across the finish line for the sweetest race in St. Louis!

GSEM’s annual Cookie Run will have western twist as we highlight the Do-Si-Dos cookie! All swag will celebrate this beloved cookie, and we encourage participants to dress with the theme in mind—prizes will be given to the most spirited! Participants will have the opportunity to participate in-person on Nov. 29 or complete their run/walk virtually anytime from Nov. 21-30. Ready, set, register today!

In-Person Race Saturday, Nov. 29 Girl Scout Service Center 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Virtual Race Nov. 21-30

Whether participants want to run on the treadmill, jog around the neighborhood or walk a local trail, our virtual event is a great option to participate in our annual event. Grab the family and friends for a 5K or 1-mile run or walk anytime from Nov. 21-30. To receive the race packet before Nov. 21, participants must register for the Virtual Option by Nov. 6. If participants register after that date, packets may arrive after Nov. 22. Shipping is included in the registration fee.

5K Run/Walk 8 am

1-mile Run/Walk 9 am

Packet pick-up information can be found on the event registration page, vr.girlscoutsem.org/cookierun25 .

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Registration Registration is open now through Nov. 29! Visit vr.girlscoutsem.org/cookierun25 to register online. Registration is required for both the in-person and virtual event options. Register early to lock in a lower price and guarantee T-shirt size. Information on swag options and deadlines can be found on the registration page.

Registration Fees: • $30 (5K) or $18 (1-mile) through Oct. 5 • $38 (5K) or $21 (1-mile) through Nov. 6 • $45 (5K) or $25 (1-mile) through Nov. 29

DO-SI-DO ACROSS THE FINISH LINE! NAME,

NEW THIS YEAR!

Cheer on Girl Scouts, friends, and family at the 2025 Girl Scout Cookie Run! Give a special shoutout with personalized signs posted along the race route! $100 = a custom keepsake sign celebrating a Girl Scout, troop or favorite runner! All proceeds fund programs that build courage, confidence, and character across eastern Missouri. Spots are limited—reserve a sign today and cheer them on to the finish line!

DO-SI-DO ACROSS THE FINISH LINE! TROOP#

GIRL SCOUT COOKIE RUN 2025

GIRL SCOUT COOKIE RUN 2025

DO-SI-DO ACROSS THE FINISH LINE!

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T-SHIRT FRONT

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The Girl Scout Cookie Run offers businesses and organizations a chance to connect with Girl Scout members and their families. If interested in sponsoring, please email lbenson@girlscoutsem.org .

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April Showers

Girl Scouts make a rainfall of positive change during April Showers!

Girl Scouts, their troop leaders, families and friends can help individuals and families in need by participating in Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s largest community service program, April Showers.

Since 1998, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri have collected more than 28 million personal care items. We are excited to be offering the community multiple ways to participate in April Showers. We will again be utilizing online registries in addition to the traditional in-person aspects of the program. Girl Scouts will place self-adhesive notes door-to-door throughout eastern Missouri the weekend of April 17-19, 2026. The note will encourage households to purchase items and reuse a bag or box of their own for pickup on April 25 or to donate through our online registries. On April 18, Girl Scouts will be stationed outside of local stores to encourage customers to purchase additional personal care items for donation. All registered Girl Scouts are expected to participate in April Showers through door-to-door distribution, donation collection or Showering the Community. District and Neighborhood Events scheduled for either weekend of April Showers should plan to incorporate April Showers as part of their event plans. Troops camping are expected to participate on the alternate weekend. All items donated through the online registries will be delivered to Camp Cedarledge. Girl Scouts will have the opportunity to assist with counting and sorting items donated through the registries. More information is available in the Troop Participation Guide.

Distribution Weekend April 17-19

Showering the Community April 18

Donation Collection April 25

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All participants will be able to request a free event patch through their April Showers Participation Form. Patches will be ordered after the campaign concludes and will then be mailed out to troop leaders. We encourage families and friends to participate, too! April Showers is a great community service project for the whole family. Together, we can help empower girls to team up and make the world a better place. Be on the lookout for more information from your Neighborhood April Showers Coordinator.

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Community Service Partners

Girl Scouts who engage in community service develop a strong sense of responsibility for others. Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri provides girls with opportunities to serve, to connect with their communities and to reflect on their experience to better understand themselves, area needs, and their role in making the world a better place. Community Service Partners are organizations looking for Girl Scouts to provide service to their organization. These partners will be listed in future publications and our website for easy access when troops are looking to do a service project.

Community Service Partners

• Douglass Community Services • LifeWise STL • Nurses for Newborns • St. Louis Altenheim • The Little Bit Foundation • The Open Space Council for the St. Louis Region

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World of Wonder One Council, Many Voices

April 11, 2026 | noon-3 pm Girl Scout Service Center

Daisy-Ambassador, Adults, Community Members $10 per Girl Scout or adult; includes patch Registration Deadline: March 30

ONE COUNCIL, MANY VOICES

Join Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri for a lively celebration that brings together the community in a joyful tribute to heritage and unity! This exciting event is a unique opportunity to explore a rich tapestry of global traditions. With art, music, dance, food, and hands-on activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as we come together to learn, connect, and have fun!

All participants receive an event patch!

• International food tastings • Games • Activities and art • Performances from dance groups • And, so much more! Activities:

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Girl Scout Programs

STEM, Life Skills, Entrepreneurship, and the Outdoors!

The Girl Scout Program: National Program Pillars The Girl Scouts four Program Pillars—STEM, Life Skills, Entrepreneurship, and the Outdoors—form the foundation of the Girl Scout program and work together to build girls’ curiosity, kindness, and can do spirit. In fact, every aspect of our program, and every Girl Scout adventure, can be traced back to one of our four program pillars.

STEM Research shows that girls are keenly interested in STEM and excel at it. Yet, for a variety of reasons, girls often don’t pursue STEM careers. When Girl Scouts participate in focused STEM programs, they are more interested in STEM and careers in tech—including app development, robotics, coding, and cybersecurity.

Life Skills Girl Scout life skills programming includes a mix of practical skills, tools and activities that foster positive values in girls. Skills that help them discover that they have what it takes to raise their voices as community advocates, make smart decisions about their finances, and form strong, healthy relationships.

Entrepreneurship Girls are actively interested in becoming entrepreneurs, developing financially stable futures, and using their skills to make a big impact on the world. This pillar instills and nurtures an entrepreneurial mindset and fuels girls’ curiosity and confidence as they learn the essentials of running their own businesses.

Outdoors Studies show that girls today are not spending nearly enough time outdoors. Girl Scouts has been building girls’ outdoor confidence and skills for over one hundred years through a variety of outdoor adventures, an appreciation for nature and environmental stewardships.

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Badges vs. Patches

For over a century, Girl Scouts have proudly worn distinctive uniforms that symbolize the high ideals for which the organization stands. Our uniforms have changed over the years, but they still show how much a Girl Scout has accomplished—and that they’re ready for what’s next. Girl Scouts at each level wear a tunic, sash, or vest to display official pins, badges, patches, and awards. There are many opportunities to earn badges, patches, and awards. But what’s the difference between a badge and a patch?

Badges • Created by Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), with specific criteria to earn them involving skill-based accomplishments • Each Girl Scout level has its own unique badge shape • Badges go on the front of a tunic, vest or sash

Patches • Created by Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri (GSEM), GSUSA, or licensed vendors • Given for any number of things, often commemorating fun events, experiences and patch programs • Patches go on the back of a tunic, vest or sash

Need help with where to place badges, pins, awards, and other insignia? Check out the Girl Scout uniform diagram, at girlscouts.org/uniforms .

Get ready—new badges and awards from GSUSA were released this summer! Turn the page to learn more about these new programs.

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National Programs

Check out these new and updated badges and awards!

Shine from the Inside Out—Body Appreciation Badges

Girl Scouts of the USA launched new Body Appreciation badge line for every grade level. Whether they’re wiggling, dancing, laughing, or learning to set new healthy boundaries, these fun, age appropriate activities help Girl Scouts celebrate what their bodies can do and embrace who they are— inside and out. Girl Scouts will build lifelong habits that support emotional and physical well-being, while developing confidence, self-respect, and a culture of kindness. This spring, attend one of the badge programs led by a GSEM Program Manager! Program descriptions listed later in this publication. Troops can also earn these badges on their own—Body Appreciation Badge Booklets can be found at the Girl Scout Shop.

Badges per Grade Level: • Fun with Movement (Daisy, K-1)

• Me Time (Brownie, 2-3) • Uniquely Us (Junior, 4-5) • Outside the Mirror (Cadette, 6-8) • Mind, Body, Me (Senior, 9-10) • Cheers for Every Body (Ambassador, 11-12)

Become a Solutions Superstar!

The world needs more creative problem-solvers—and this program helps Girl Scouts become just that. Solutions Superstar invites Girl Scouts of all grade levels to tackle hands-on challenges through six fun activities. From planning cookie delivery routes to inventing new gadgets, they’ll build key skills like creative thinking, teamwork, and planning ahead. Girl Scouts will put their curiosity and creativity to work while building practical life skills they can use in school, their communities, and beyond. The Future Focus sections will also help Girl Scouts connect what they’re learning to real-world careers in fields like logistics, engineering, and tech. Access this exciting, free program by visiting girlscouts.org and downloading the activity guide today!

New Leadership Awards

Girl Scouts’ new Leadership Awards celebrate all the ways Girl Scouts lead—by themselves, with a team, or in their community. Whether they are leading a team project, guiding younger kids, speaking up for change, or learning to trust their instincts, these awards recognize and support the many ways leadership shows up. They’re flexible, fun, and designed to help Junior through Ambassador Girl Scouts practice leading with confidence and purpose. Visit girlscouts.org/leadershipawards to learn more and download the guides.

Explore the Types of Leadership Awards

Personal Leadership: Build courage and confidence

Peer Leadership: Learn to lead and support a team

Teaching Leadership: Inspire younger kids

Community Advocacy: Make change on important issues

Junior Aide

True North Award (Junior)

Take Action Award

Silver Torch Award (Cadette)

Program Aide (Cadette)

Global Action Award

True North Award (Cadette)

Gold Torch Award (Senior/Ambassador)

Volunteer In Training (Senior/Ambassador)

True North Award (Senior/Ambassador)

Counselor In Training I & II (Senior/Ambassador)

Ready to go for the Bronze, Silver or Gold Award? Leadership Awards are part of an expanded menu of options to fulfill the prerequisite toward earning the Highest Awards. Check out the full menu on pg. 57! 23

Available Scholarships

At Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, we believe every girl deserves the chance to explore her potential, try new things, and be part of a strong, supportive community—no matter her circumstances. We are committed to making the full Girl Scout Experience accessible to all families, and offer support for membership, programs, uniforms, and camp. We understand that every family’s situation is unique, and all requests for assistance are handled with care, respect, and complete confidentiality. No matter the need, we are here to ensure every girl has the opportunity to shine.

We offer scholarships to cover the following expenses:

• Annual Membership Registration : Applicants will need to check the Scholarship box on the girl or adult paper registration or when registering online. • Camp and Programs : Applicants will need to register for the program through MyGS and select the Scholarship option on the payment screen. For programs $10-$50, there is no additional steps needed. For programs over $50, please register for the program, pay the deposit and then complete the Activity Scholarship Application .

• Uniforms : Apply for uniform aid with the Uniform Fund Application .

• Adult Education : Applicants will need to complete the Adult Education Course Scholarship Application .

To learn more about scholarship options at Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, visit girlscoutsem.org/scholarships .

Applications must be completed entirely and signed by a parent or guardian to be considered.

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What is Accessibility?

Accessibility is when an individual with a disability is afforded the opportunity to acquire the same information, engage in the same interactions, and enjoy the same services as a person without a disability.

Accessibility can look like :

Aa Aa

Noise Levels

Light Levels

Braille

Font Choices

ADA Designs

Hello

Hard To Read

Closed Captioning/ Subtitles CC

Hola

Easy To Read

Time Constraints

Language Interpreter

Image Descriptions + Alt Text

For questions or to discuss an accommodation, please contact the Answer Center at 314.400.4600 or answercenter@girlscoutsem.org . • Program Modifications • Sensory Tools/Resources • Visual Aids • Individual Participation Support Plans • Extra Staff • Modified Print for Vision Impairment • Sign Language Interpreters • Modified Diet • Medical Support • Consult/Resources/Information Examples of what Accommodations could look like at Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri : • Adapted Equipment

Accessibility at GSEM Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri welcomes the participation of all girls and adults and strives to make our activities accessible for persons with disabilities or special accommodations. To make an Accommodations Request, scan the QR code or visit vr.girlscoutsem.org/GSEM-AR and indicate the request under Special Circumstances during registration.

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Younger Girl Programs

Daisy, Brownie, Junior Program Listing Grades K-5

Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri offers a diverse and exciting variety of programs, with in-person and virtual options. Whether she’s ready to earn her next badge, discover the excitement of space, or explore the basics of money earning, we’ve got the program just for her!

Dive into the following pages to learn about all of the opportunities for Daisy, Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts this school year!

October 2025-January 2026 Programs (pgs. 27-33): Registration opens August 12, 2025 February-May 2026 Programs (pgs. 34-41): Registration opens January 13, 2026

Highest Award Prerequisites Programs that are eligible as a Highest Award prerequisite are identified with the Bronze Award Trefoil.

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October 2025 Create and Innovate Oct. 3, 6-8 pm $10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 2 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 19 Bronze Award Training Oct. 8, 6-7 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 24 Engineering Adventures at WashU Oct. 11, 9 am-noon $10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 30 Max Adults: 4 Reg. Deadline: Sept.27 STEM Stories at The Novel Neighbor Oct. 12, 1-2:30 pm $30 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 18 Max Adults: 5 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 28

Offered to: Brownie

Grades 2-3

Imagine inventing a jet pack to fly to school! Or, adding a sidecar to a bike for a pet to ride along. Makers turn big ideas into real-life objects. They don’t just create—they also innovate, finding new ways to improve what they make. In this program, we’ll become creators and innovators by dreaming up our own inventions to solve a unique problem—and building a prototype to bring our ideas to life!

Girl Scout Brownies earn their Brownie Create and Innovate Badge.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Junior | Adult Grades 4-5

This course is for Girl Scout Juniors who are interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Bronze Award. This training allows Girl Scouts and their adults to learn the steps necessary to complete their Bronze Award project and how to submit completion.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Junior Grades 4-5

Join the Washington University in St. Louis’ Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Chapter for a morning of hands-on engineering fun! Juniors will participate in engineering design challenges and activities with female engineering students and hear from professional engineers about how they solve problems.

Girl Scout Juniors receive a fun patch.

Location: Washington University, 1 Brookings Dr., St. Louis 63130

Offered to: Daisy Grades K-1

Girl Scout Daisies are invited to a special day of curiosity and creativity at The Novel Neighbor bookstore! Girl Scouts will enjoy a tour of the bookstore and dive into hands-on STEM activities inspired by the Ada Twist, Scientist book series. From making simple experiments to asking big questions, Daisies will explore the world just like Ada! Each Girl Scout will go home with a new book to keep the learning and fun going. This adventure is perfect for sparking a love of reading and science!

Girl Scout Daisies receive a fun patch.

Location: The Novel Neighbor, 7905 Big Bend Blvd., Webster Groves 63119

Junior True North Award Oct. 12, 1-4 pm $30 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 2 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 28

Offered to: Junior Grades 4-5

What is something that takes courage? Maybe it’s trying something new, having a hard conversation, or showing support for something to believe in (even if others disagree). This award is a Girl Scout’s chance to make it all happen—and grow as a leader! We’ll learn about leadership and our own strengths, build up our confidence, and discover the courage to make change in the world, starting in our own communities.

Girl Scout Juniors earn their True North Award.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Brick-or-Treat Hannibal Oct. 13, 6-7:30 pm $15 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 24 Max Adults: 4 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 29 Junior Coding Basics Oct. 14, 6-8 pm

Offered to: Daisy | Brownie | Junior Grades K-5

Girl Scouts are invited to a spooktacular LEGO ® celebration. Activities include Halloween crafts, LEGO ® building, and more.

Girl Scouts receive a fun patch.

Location: Hannibal Public Library, 200 S 5th St., Hannibal 63401

Offered to: Junior Grades 4-5

Juniors will learn how programmers write computer programs for computers to solve problems.

$10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 18 Max Adults: 2 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 30

Girl Scout Juniors earn their Junior Coding Basics Badge.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

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Brick-or-Treat Arnold Oct. 22, 6-7:30 pm $15 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 24 Max Adults: 4 Reg. Deadline: Oct. 8 From ME to WE Oct. 23, 6-7:30 pm $15 per Girl Scout; patch and dinner included

Offered to: Daisy | Brownie | Junior Grades K-5

Girl Scouts are invited to a spooktacular LEGO ® celebration. Activities include Halloween crafts, LEGO ® building, and more.

Girl Scouts receive a fun patch.

Location: Roy Wilde Conference Center, 849 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold 63010

Offered to: Junior Grades 4-5

Girl Scout participants will embark on a journey of self-discovery and inclusivity. Through interactive activities, thoughtful discussions, and creative expression, Juniors will explore their unique identities while learning to appreciate and respect the differences in others. This experience will foster confidence, empathy, and a deeper understanding of what it means to be part of a diverse and inclusive community. Together, we’ll celebrate what makes each of us special—and how those differences make us stronger as a sisterhood.

Max Girl Scouts: 20 Reg. Deadline: Oct. 9

Girl Scout Juniors receive a fun patch.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Eerie Experiments for Juniors Oct. 28, 6-8 pm

Offered to: Junior Grades 4-5

Explore the eerie side of science with us! Juniors will enjoy a night of Halloween fun, candy, and creepy cool experiments. Come make a potion and watch worms dance! Girl Scouts will do Halloween-themed experiments and learn about the sweet side of science.

$10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 24 Max Adults: 4 Reg. Deadline: Oct. 14

Girl Scout Juniors receive a fun patch.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

November 2025 Digital Photography for Juniors Nov. 2, noon-2:30 pm

Offered to: Junior Grades 4-5

Girl Scouts will learn tips and tricks to capturing creative photos through a photo exploration workshop led by Photographer Cathy Lander-Goldberg, LCSW. Participants will take photos at Forest Park and bring home two digital self-portraits that capture a positive internal quality and an image of themselves they imagine for their future. Cameras will be provided to take photos. Juniors will also receive a copy of Cathy’s Photo Explorations Workbook.

$45 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 18 Max Adults: 4 Reg. Deadline: Oct. 19

Girl Scout Juniors earn their Digital Photography Badge.

Location: Forest Park, 5595 Grand Dr., St. Louis 63112

FIRST ® LEGO ® League Discover Fall Series Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 & Dec. 2 6-7:30 pm

Offered to: Daisy Grades K-1

Daisies will learn through play in this introductory FIRST ® LEGO ® League robotics program. Their learning will be powered by LEGO ® DUPLO with activities designed to harness their natural curiosity while building confidence, habits of learning, and teamwork skills.

$30 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 16 Max Adults: 4 Reg. Deadline: Oct. 21

Girl Scout Daisies receive a fun patch on the last meeting day.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Virtual Bronze Award Training Nov. 5, 6-7 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: Oct. 22

Offered to: Junior | Adult Grades 4-5

This course is for Girl Scout Juniors who are interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Bronze Award. This training allows Girl Scouts and their adults to learn the steps necessary to complete their Bronze Award project and how to submit completion.

Location: Virtual

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Think Like an Engineer Journey Day Nov. 8, 9:30 am-2:30 pm $35 per Girl Scout

Offered to: Brownie | Junior Grades 2-5

Guided by the Kappa Deltas at Saint Louis University, Girl Scouts will work on their Think Like an Engineer Journey to find out how engineers use design thinking to solve problems. They will work together to complete three design-thinking activities specialized for their level. Girl Scouts will earn the first part of the Think Like an Engineer Journey, and will need to complete the Take Action Project on their own after the program. Badges and snacks are included. Girl Scouts should bring a packed lunch.

Max Girl Scouts: 120 Reg. Deadline: Oct. 25

Girl Scouts earn Part 1 of their Think Like an Engineer Journey Award.

Location: Saint Louis University, 1 North Grand Blvd., St. Louis 63103

Junior Mars Pioneer Nov. 13, 6-8 pm $30 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 30 Max Adults: 5 Reg. Deadline: Oct. 30 Girls in the Know Nov. 14-15 5 pm, Fri-noon, Sat. $150 per Girl Scout $30 per Adult Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: Nov. 1

Offered to: Junior Grades 4-5

Discover the excitement of space discovery at the Challenger Learning Center through a space mission simulation and rocket-building workshop. Juniors will journey on a manned mission to Mars, conducting vital research en route. Following their adventure, they’ll unleash their creativity by constructing their own rockets!

Girl Scout Juniors receive a fun patch.

Location: Challenger Learning Center, 205 Brotherton Ln., St. Louis 63135

Offered to: Junior Grades 4-5

Back by popular demand, we are partnering with Girls in the Know to bring their exciting Empowerment Workshop Series to Girl Scouts! This program will cover topics of body image, peer pressure, puberty, and cyberbullying, all led by subject matter experts! It will also provide open dialogue in a safe space along with fact-based information on the tough issues for girls. Dinner, snacks, and breakfast included. This program is a she and me event, so an adult is required to register and attend with their Girl Scout.

Girl Scout Juniors receive a fun empowerment patch.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Brownie Space Station Odyssey Nov. 20, 6-8 pm

Offered to: Brownie Grades 2-3

Experience the thrill of space exploration at the Challenger Learning Center with our immersive space mission and rocket-building workshop. Brownies will travel to the International Space Station to look for and identify objects in space. After space travel, we will build our own rockets!

$30 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 30 Max Adults: 5 Reg. Deadline: Nov. 6

Girl Scout Brownies receive a fun patch.

Location: Challenger Learning Center, 205 Brotherton Ln., St. Louis 63135

Playing the Past Nov. 22, 9 am-noon OR 1-4 pm

Offered to: Junior Grades 4-5

Step back in time and become a historical character! Juniors will experience an immersive program at the beautiful Sappington House, where they will connect with history in a whole new way. They will put on a historically accurate costume, then get ready to experience life as one of Missouri’s early families. And Girl Scouts will make homemade butter, write with a feather quill, tour the historic house, and play games that girls would have played in the early 1800s.

$20 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 12 Reg. Deadline: Nov. 8

Girl Scout Juniors earn their Playing the Past Badge.

Location: The Sappington House, 1015 Sappington Rd., St. Louis 63126

December 2025 Virtual Automotive Design for Juniors

Offered to: Junior Grades 4-5

Who wants to take a ride in their dream car? Before we can do that, we need to design it! In this virtual program, Juniors will explore automotive research and design, learning how to go from concept to creation. Juniors will think like an innovator to create their own vehicle concept by sketching and sculpting a model. This virtual program includes a box mailed to the participant’s house with all the supplies needed and the badge earned.

Dec. 2, 6-7:30 pm $20 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 60 Reg. Deadline: Nov. 18

Girl Scout Juniors earn their Automotive Design Badge.

Location: Virtual

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Virtual Brownie Cybersecurity Investigator Dec. 3, 6-7:30 pm $15 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 100 Reg. Deadline: Nov. 19

Offered to: Brownie Grades 2-3

Girl Scouts will discover how they can use technology and how they can keep their technology safe. Brownies are invited to join us for this virtual program to discover technology, security, safety, and more while using the internet. This virtual program includes a box mailed to the participant’s house with all the supplies needed and the badge earned.

Girl Scout Brownies earn their Brownie Cybersecurity Investigator Badge.

Location: Virtual

Brownie Engineering with Gingerbread Dec. 7, 9:30 am-noon

Offered to: Brownie Grades 2-3

Become a Gingerbread Architect and put those skills to the test! Brownies will transform simple gingerbread houses into engineering masterpieces using the design process to plan and build their structures. After building their houses, Girl Scouts will put their structural design to the test with an earthquake shake table. Who can determine the best design and materials so their gingerbread house survives the longest?

$20 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 24 Max Adults: 6 Reg. Deadline: Nov. 23

Girl Scout Brownies receive a fun patch.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Junior Engineering with Gingerbread Dec. 7, 1-3:30 pm $20 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 24 Max Adults: 6 Reg. Deadline: Nov. 23 Brownie Art and Design Dec. 9, 6-8 pm $10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 2 Reg. Deadline: Nov. 25 Virtual Bronze Award Training Dec. 9, 6-7 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: Nov. 25 Daisy Art and Design Dec. 10, 6-7:30 pm $10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 2 Reg. Deadline: Nov. 26

Offered to: Junior

Grades 4-5

Become a Gingerbread Architect and put those skills to the test! Juniors will transform simple gingerbread houses into engineering masterpieces using the design process to plan and build their structures. After building their houses, Girl Scouts will put their structural design to the test with an earthquake shake table. Who can determine the best design and materials so their gingerbread house survives the longest?

Girl Scout Juniors receive a fun patch.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Brownie Grades 2-3

Makers use their imaginations as they create art and design objects. They might paint, sketch, or build. They might sculpt or invent a machine! Join us as we exercise our creativity and imagination to create amazing works of art!

Girl Scout Brownies earn their Brownie Art and Design Badge.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Junior | Adult Grades 4-5

This course is for Girl Scout Juniors who are interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Bronze Award. This training allows Girl Scouts and their adults to learn the steps necessary to complete their Bronze Award project and how to submit completion.

Location: Virtual

Offered to: Daisy

Grades K-1

Makers are creative people who turn ideas into real things. They might paint, draw, take photos, make cartoons, or even design video games! Makers use art to share messages and express feelings. Artists might paint pictures, sculpt clay, or design fun characters. But makers also solve problems through design. They might build birdhouses, sew costumes, or invent brand-new toys! Join us as we explore the world of art and design—and discover all the ways we can let our creativity shine!

Girl Scout Daisies earn their Daisy Art and Design Badge.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

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