Faith Partner Guide to Girl Scouting

Girl Scout Gold Award The Girl Scout Gold Award is the most prestigious award in the world for girls— and the most difficult to earn—and it is only available to Girl Scouts in high school. Girls spend at least 80 hours working on a sustainable project in their community. After earning the Gold Award, girls join a robust network as they enter their post-high school lives, enabling them to distinguish themselves in the college admission process, earn college scholarships and enter the military one rank higher.

Ursuline Academy Catherine F. created a nook at Normandy High School for students to de-stress.

Cor Jesu Academy Allison L. partnered with Nurses for Newborns and created a new organizational system for donations to be easily accessible. She also made an educational pamphlet for new parents.

Claire L. built a lending library at the Feed My People food pantry and hosted readings at a library.

Rosati-Kain High School

Dominique N . taught young patients at St. Louis Children’s Hospital basic origami patterns to help them relax, cope and express themselves through art therapy. Annagrace V. purchased multiple recycling bins and placed them around her school in addition to creating signs and producing educational materials so fellow students understand the importance of recycling.

Clarissa E. created an elective retreat sponsored by her school. She organized a three-day retreat with activities like meditation, tight- rope talk and a trust walk.

Nerinx Hall High School

Visitation Academy Molly F. created and distributed STEM tinker boxes to ensure students in second, third and fourth grade were given opportunities to explore STEM-related fields. She also organized a week-long engineering camp.

Laura S. hosted technology classes at a local retirement community, helping residents connect with family members across the country.