Fall 2024 Lead & Learn

Lead & Learn Fall 2024 Course Catalog

Registration Opens September 23!

Fall 2022

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2024 Fall Issue With support from dedicated adult volunteers, caregivers and staff, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri (GSEM) delivers the Girl Scout experience to girls and adults in eastern Missouri, which includes St. Louis City and the 28 surrounding Missouri counties of Adair, Audrain (Van-Far School District), Clark, Crawford, Franklin, Iron, Jefferson, Knox, Lewis, Lincoln, Linn, Macon, Marion, Monroe, Pike, Putnam, Ralls, Reynolds, Schuyler, Scotland, Shelby, St. Charles, St. Francois, St. Louis, Ste. Genevieve, Sullivan, Warren and Washington.

Lead & Learn is an bi-annual publication of Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri.

Natissia Small Ed.D. Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Lydia Bullock Chief of Engagement and Belonging Officer

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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 https://vr.girlscoutsem.org/sampolicy, or contact the Senior Manager, Risk Management. Sexual Abuse, Physical Abuse and Molestation Policy

If you have any concerns about, or need to report, an instance of sexual abuse, physical abuse, and/or molestation, contact the Senior Manager, 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.

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Your Girl Scout Adult Education Team

Shaun Lindhoff Adult Education Coordinator

Eric Webster Adult Education Coordinator

Libby Kindle Adult Education Coordinator

Welcome to the Fall 2024 Lead & Learn!

Next, GSUSA created a fantastic series of online courses for new troop leaders and assistant leaders called the New Leader Onboarding series (see pg. 43 for details). We encourage all leaders, whether new or experienced, to check out these new courses in gsLearn. We believe they will provide additional learning opportunities for volunteers. And finally, look for updates and tweaks to many of our regular online and in-person courses. For instance, the online course Rallyhood Basics is getting a complete overhaul, all Adult & Pediatric First Aid, CPR/AED courses will now last 30 minutes longer, and several courses will receive updated GSEM policies in the instructional materials. Continuous improvement is the name of the game in Adult Education, which we couldn’t do without your feedback, especially through the online Adult Education surveys that accompany each GSEM-created course in gsLearn.

Happy fall! Welcome to the Fall 2024 edition of Lead & Learn , filled with all the best courses to support your biggest Girl Scout adventures. Let’s make plans to gather around the campfire on a pleasantly chilly night, singing songs and munching on Girl Scout Cookies and Treats & Reads goodies. Adult Education has several tasty projects simmering in a pot over the fire that we can’t wait to share with you. First, we’re reimagining our council trainer program, bringing back a few pieces from years past and creating a streamlined path to become certified as an instructor for our council. The overarching goal of the council trainer program is to educate our adult volunteers to the highest standard through consistent, quality instruction. To achieve this, we’re creating a blended-learning course that all new and experienced council trainers will complete, followed by shadowing or co-teaching with experienced instructors. This will ensure that all council trainers start off with the same toolbox of teaching best practices and Adult Education processes, and have the opportunity to receive valuable feedback from peers. To build a true community of council trainers, we plan to hold annual gatherings to share updates and provide continuing education. Watch for updates on our progress in the Adult Education rally in Rallyhood.

P.S.—If you haven’t joined the Adult Education rally yet, turn to pg. 4 for the link.

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Fall 2024

Adult Education is Now in Rallyhood! In the Adult Education rally: • See the entire Lead & Learn course catalog, plus other important GSEM dates, on the calendar • Easily access links and files to find volunteer resources • Learn about course additions, changes, and cancellations • Post questions, comments, or feedback to the Adult Education team and volunteer instructors

Calendar

Message Wall

Check your email for an invitation to join or request to join here.

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Well-informed volunteers are critical to the success of our mission! That’s why Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri has partnered with Rallyhood to help streamline communication, encourage collaboration and foster a connected council community.

Helpful links: • Rallyhood website login

• Basic instructions for Rallyhood users • Instructions for hub and rally admins • Rallyhood tech support

Download the updated Rallyhood app! Use the QR codes below to downloady today. • Convenient when on-the-go • Faster and more responsive experience • New features

New Council News and Updates Rally!

Girl Scout families and volunteers are encouraged to join our newest rally, “Council News and Updates.” This rally will focus on communicating general interest information, camp and product program updates, and council-wide events information.

iPhone

Android

For questions about Rallyhood, please contact Libby Kindle, lkindle@girlscoutsem.org .

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Volunteer Recognition At Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, volunteer appreciation goes beyond a simple “Thank You”. Our volunteers devote time and energy on top of their own busy lives to give girls the opportunity to learn, have fun and grow in a positive, supportive environment. Because volunteers shine their light on us, below are some of the ways we can express our deep gratitude for their service. See this video for a quick tutorial on the submission process to watch for guidance or share with others. Details on the nomination timeline are coming soon. For more information on Volunteer Recognition and to find the resources and web pages referenced in the video, please visit girlscoutsem.org/volunteerrecognition .

Council-Level Recognitions Include : • Spark Award • Diversity Hall of Fame • Volunteer of Excellence Award • Gold Laurel Award • Gold Trefoil Award • President’s Award • Pearl Award • AntRabbit Award for Camping Excellence • Thanks Badge • Thanks Badge II Each council-level recognition has its own recommendation form tailored to each award’s specific criteria. These recommendation forms make it easier for those nominating or providing recommendations for a candidate to give detailed accounts of a candidate’s volunteer service and accomplishments. Follow the links above to download individual recommendation forms. Each recommendation form is fillable and specific to the award listed.

Nomination Instructions : 1. Go to the Volunteer Recognition page on our website.

2. Consult the Adult Recognition Handbook for award descriptions and criteria. 3. Download the fillable recommendation form for the appropriate award. These forms must be completed by the nominator and those providing additional recommendations for the award. 4. Have on hand the names of the individuals submitting additional recommendations, as well as the following information about the candidate: • Contact information, including email address, street address, and phone number • Current and previous Girl Scout volunteer role(s) • District and neighborhood (if applicable) 5. Select “Begin Nomination” to access the online nomination form, provide the requested information, and upload the recommendation form and the forms of others providing recommendations. At minimum, the recommendation form from the nominator is required. Any additional recommendation forms that cannot be uploaded when filling out the online nomination form may be emailed to adulteducation@girlscoutsem.org . No handwritten recommendation forms please. 6. The online recommendation form must be completed and submitted all at once—progress toward completion will not be saved if the form is exited before clicking Submit.

Volunteer Recognition Ceremony Details on the 2025 Volunteer Recognition Ceremony, which will recognize awardees for the 2024 membership year, will be shared in the spring.

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YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID

WHY YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID? Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18.

WHO SHOULD KNOW MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID? • Troop Leaders • Troop Volunteers • Service Team Members • Camp Volunteers & Staff • Council Staff • Parents • Any Adults who Work with Youth

1 IN 5 teens and young adults lives with a mental health condition. Source: National Alliance for Mental Illness*

50% of all mental illnesses begin by age 14, and 75% by the mid-20s. Source: Archives of General Psychiatry***

10.2% of youth will be diagnosed with a substance use disorder in their lifetime. Source: Youth Mental Health First Aid**

WAYS TO LEARN Blended – Learners complete a 2-hour, self-paced online course before participating in a 5.5-hour, in-person session led by certified instructors. • Learners receive a 3-year Youth Mental Health First Aid certification after successfully completing the course • Course materials include a YMHFA manual and a YMHFA processing guide • See the course listing for more details WHAT MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID COVERS • Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in this age group, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD). • Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges. • How to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis. • How to connect the youth with help. • Expanded content on trauma, substance use, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying.

Learn how to respond with the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan ( ALGEE ): A ssess for risk of suicide or harm. L isten nonjudgmentally. G ive reassurance and information. E ncourage appropriate professional help. E ncourage self-help and other support strategies.

Sources * National Alliance on Mental Illness. (n.d.). Kids. https://www.nami.org/Your Journey/Kids-Teens-and-Young-Adults/Kids ** Mental Health First Aid. (2020). Mental Health First Aid USA for adults assisting children and youth. National Council for Mental Wellbeing. *** Kessler, R., Berglund, P., Demler, O., Jin, R., Merikangas, K.R., Walters, E.E. (2005, June). Lifetime prevalence and age-of-onset distributions of DSM-IV disorders in the National Comorbidity Survey Replication. Archives of General Psychiatry . 62(6); 593-602. doi: 10.1001/archpsyc.62.6.593

To learn more about Mental Health First Aid visit MHFA.org

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Getting Started

Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri fully embraces virtual learning to make volunteer training convenient and accessible to as many people as possible. Because our volunteers’ time is valuable, we hope to create more blended-learning opportunities for our skills based courses, so that volunteers may complete the knowledge portion of the course online at their convenience while completing skills practice in person. We know that in-person training and adult programs provide a sense of community that many of our adult members enjoy, and these in-person experiences will still be part of our adult learning curriculum. Our goal is to build upon this and expand our curriculum to include more online courses and live virtual events so that we can efficiently and effectively reach the widest audience possible within our council and help our volunteers achieve their learning goals. Courses are grouped in the following categories: Archery Includes USA Archery Level 1 and Level 2 Instructor courses and outlines the USA Archery procedures for course registration. Badges, Journeys, Awards and Patches Helpful courses to make getting started with Journeys, the latest badge and patch programs and Girl Scouts Highest Awards easy. Camp and Service Team Volunteers Courses for volunteers and staff who serve at GSEM camps as well as those who want to develop further in their district or neighborhood leadership roles. First Aid, CPR and Mental Wellness Valuable and potentially life-saving courses offered through the American Red Cross, the National Council for Mental Wellbeing and GSUSA. Product Programs Essential courses for Treats & Reads and Cookie Program managers, both at the troop level and for Service Team roles.

Technology and Platforms Courses to help volunteers navigate the technology and online platforms used at GSEM. Troop Camping and Outdoor Skills Required certification courses for volunteers who wish to take their troops camping on or off GSEM properties, along with outdoor skills courses to enhance the camping experience. Troop Management Important courses for new or seasoned troop leaders or other troop support volunteers to help them safely and effectively manage their troops with confidence. Program Levels Program levels follow course titles. Adults working with the level indicated would benefit the most from the course. Seniors and Ambassadors are welcome to attend most courses in this publication but may only access online courses in gsLearn with special permission. A caregiver may register a Senior or Ambassador Girl Scout for an adult course by contacting the Answer Center at 314.400.4600. gsLearn Course Prefixes All courses and learning paths in gsLearn begin with either 548 or GSUSA. 548 is the council number for GSEM, and courses or learning paths that begin with the 548 prefix were created by our council. GSUSA stands for Girl Scouts of the USA, our national organization. Courses or learning paths that begin with the GSUSA prefix were created by GSUSA for use by councils across the country. In the Lead & Learn course listings, these prefixes are omitted for clarity. Courses and learning paths created by GSUSA are noted with (GSUSA) at the end of the course title. Financial Aid Applicants should register for courses with fees by logging into their Girl Scout account via myGS, navigate to gsEvents, register and pay the minimum deposit due, and then complete the Scholarship Application.

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Train anywhere, anytime with gsLearn

Designed to help meet our volunteers’ modern learning needs, gsLearn offers online training resources, delivered on demand for the busy adult! Learn at your own pace, access additional resources and review information when you need it. Added Convenience for Volunteers • gsLearn makes learning and completing courses easier than ever • All Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri training opportunities in one place • Centralized tracking of online, virtual and in-person course completions • Easy access to personal training histories in Achievements • Browse courses and learning paths in the Content Library • Access to Movement-wide online learning opportunities created by GSUSA • gsLearn may be accessed on mobile devices How do I register for courses in gsLearn? There are multiple ways to register for courses in gsLearn depending on the course type: • No need to register for online courses—they are accessible anytime • Register for in-person or virtual courses with NO fees by selecting and opening the course in gsLearn, clicking Start This Course, and then clicking Register in the upper right corner • Register for in-person courses with fees by selecting and opening the course in gsLearn, clicking Start This Course, and then following the link to the course in gsEvents to complete the registration and payment process

You may also register for courses by: • Directly accessing the gsEvents registration page on our website (in-person courses with fees only) • Filling out a paper registration form • Contacting the Answer Center at 314.400.4600 or answercenter@girlscoutsem.org .

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Fall 2024 Daisy Drop Box We’re excited to support Girl Scout troop leaders and their Daisy troops during kindergarten and first grade with our complimentary “meetings in a box” program, Daisy Drop Box! Leaders receive a box in the mail each month with the resources needed to hold an engaging troop meeting, including step-by-step scripted meeting instructions and activity supplies for each registered Daisy. After registering as a Girl Scout troop leader and signing up for Daisy Drop Box, we will mail the welcome box with instructions and supplies for the first two troop meetings. The schedule for the first and second years of Daisy Drop Box will be included to assist in planning.

When Girl Scouts are ready to start Brownies in second grade, troops can participate in the next level, Brownie Bundle!

Your Next Steps • Register as a Daisy troop leader. • Visit our Daisy Drop Box website, girlscoutsem.org/daisydropbox . • Register for the Daisy Drop Box program using the instructions and links provided. • Look through the 2024-2025 schedules on the website to see all the Daisy petals and badges troops will earn! • Read the FAQs on the website to learn more about the program.

Daisies earn the Promise Center and Daisy petals during the first year of the program. During their second year, they earn a variety of fun badges including Eco Learner, What Robots Do and Toy Business Designer. girlscoutsem.org/daisydropbox

Questions about Daisy Drop Box? Please contact Pam Johnson, Daisy Drop Box Program Manager at 314.592.2357 or pjohnson@girlscoutsem.org .

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Brownie Bundle One Box. Big Adventures.

The Brownie Bundle is the second level in our “meetings in a box” program that is complimentary for second and third grade Brownie troops. Leaders who register for the program will receive monthly support through the school year, which includes the resources needed to hold an engaging troop meeting each month. This will include step-by-step meeting instructions and activity supplies for each registered Brownie Girl Scout. Each year, through the Brownie Bundle program, Girl Scouts can earn Journeys and badges from all four Girl Scout program pillars; STEM, Outdoors, Life Skills and Entrepreneurship. Girl Scouts will be excited to earn badges like the Leapbot Design Challenge, Bugs, Celebrating Community and Cookie Decision Maker.

Your Next Steps

• Register as a Brownie troop leader.

• Visit our Brownie Bundle website, girlscoutsem.org/browniebundle .

• Register for the Brownie Bundle

program using the instructions and links provided.

• Look through the 2024-2025 schedules on the website to see all the badges and awards troops will earn! • Read the FAQs on the website to learn more about the program.

Questions about Brownie Bundle?

Please contact Meredith Dean at mdean@girlscoutsem.org.

girlscoutsem.org/browniebundle

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2024-2025 Calendar

October 2024

February 2025

5

Treats & Reads GO Day

21

Girl Scout Cookie Booths Open

27 26

22 21-23

Girl Scout Round Up Treats & Reads Order Cards Due

National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend World Thinking Day

31

Juliette Gordon Low's Birthday

Bronze, Silver & Gold Award Final Report Submission Deadline March 2025

November 2024

1

14

2025 Camp Adventure Guide Goes Live

27-29 24

Treats & Reads Program Ends Council closed for Thanksgiving

10-16 8

International Women's Day Girl Scout Week

30

Girl Scout Cookie Run

16

Girl Scout Cookie Program Ends

December 2024

April 2025

2025 Overnight Camp and Summer Program Registration Opens

3

1

Spring Renewal Opens

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

Council closed for Winter Break 20-1/2 2025 Day Camp Registration Opens 10

4-6

5

12

April Showers Collection Weekend

January 2025

22

National Girl Scout Leader's Day

11

Girl Scout Cookie GO Day

20

Council Closed for MLK Day

May 2025

1-31

Girl Scout Bridging Ceremonies

26

Council closed for Memorial Day

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

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2024 Fall/Winter Adult Courses

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Archery

Picture this: Girl Scouts place an arrow onto a bow, hook their fingers around the string, draw it back, aim at the target and release! Bull’s eye! Archery is an exciting sport that takes strength and focus. Girl Scout volunteers can get ready to challenge themselves as they build their archery skills and share their knowledge with girls. This section includes USA Archery Level 1 and Level 2 Instructor courses, introduces new archery certification renewal courses, and outlines the USA Archery procedures for course registration.

Certification for Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s archery program is provided through USA Archery. USA Archery offers Level 1 and Level 2 Instructor courses in a blended-learning format. Volunteers complete the knowledge portion of the course on the USA Archery website prior to completing the in-person skills session at a GSEM archery range on one of our camp properties. Registration for USA Archery Level 1 or Level 2 Instructor The registration process for USA Archery Level 1 or Level 2 Instructor courses begins by registering for an in-person practical skills session in gsLearn. Registrants then pay for and complete the online portion of the Level 1 or Level 2 Instructor course on the USA Archery website. Detailed registration instructions for each course will be emailed to participants immediately after they register in gsLearn. Please contact Adult Education at adulteducation@girlscoutsem.org if registrants do not receive this email.

To successfully complete the requirements for USA Archery Instructor, volunteers must:

1. Register for an in-person practical skills session in gsLearn 2. Create a USA Archery account on the USA Archery website, then pay for and complete the USA Archery Instructor Certification online course and exam 3. Go to the USA Archery website and register for the in-person skills session after passing the online exam. This will be the same session you registered for in gsLearn 4. Complete the in-person skills session held at one of our camp properties USA Archery Level 1 or Level 2 Instructor Renewal Certifications that have not expired may be renewed via USA Archery’s online renewal course. Renewal courses are listed separately in the course catalog and in gsLearn.

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USA Archery Level 1 Instructor

Certification Course

Level: Brownie-Ambassador

Course Description : USA Archery Level 1 Instructor certification is required for volunteers who wish to teach beginning archery skills to Brownies through Ambassadors, on or off GSEM property. In Level 1, participants learn about range safety and setup, the steps of shooting, equipment use and repair, and how to teach beginner-level students. Girls 16 years and older are welcome to participate. This USA Archery certification is valid for three years and is renewable online through USA Archery via the USA Archery Level 1 Instructor Renewal course in gsLearn. Course Registration : Register for an in-person practical skills session by opening the course in the Content Library of gsLearn, selecting Start This Course, then clicking Register next to the desired date. Participants will then receive detailed instructions via email on how to navigate the USA Archery website, pay the $40 fee, and complete the online course. If registrants do not receive these instructions immediately after registering, please contact Adult Education at adulteducation@girlscoutsem.org .

Date

Time

Fee

Location

$40 to USA Archery $40 to USA Archery $40 to USA Archery $40 to USA Archery

Sat. 9/28

8 am-noon

Camp Tuckaho

Sun. 10/6

8 am-noon

Camp Cedarledge

Sun. 10/20

8 am-noon

Camp Tuckaho

Sat. 5/17

8 am-noon

Camp Fiddlecreek

USA Archery Level 1 Instructor Renewal Level: Brownie-Ambassador

Certification Course

Course Description : USA Archery allows members to renew their certifications online if their current three year certification has not expired. This self-paced, one-hour online refresher course costs $40 and may only be accessed via the USA Archery website. Once members receive a completion certificate, they must upload it to the final course module for gsLearn to acknowledge this course as complete. As this is a new renewal process, please contact Adult Education at adulteducation@girlscoutsem.org with any questions. If a volunteer’s USA Archery Level 1 Instructor certification has expired, they are not eligible to complete this online-only refresher through USA Archery. They must instead complete the USA Archery Level 1 Instructor blended-learning course. Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn. Instructions for accessing the USA Archery website and uploading the new completion certificate to gsLearn are available upon opening the course and selecting Start This Course.

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USA Archery Level 2 Instructor

Certification Course

Level: Brownie-Ambassador

Course Description : The USA Archery Level 2 Instructor certification course provides participants the necessary tools to serve as the lead instructor for long-term archery programs such as Junior Olympic Archery Development (JOAD), Adult Archery and Collegiate Archery Program clubs, and the Explore Archery Program. To complete the requirements for this certification, students must successfully pass the USA Archery Level 2 Instructor certification online course, including the online exam, and register for and complete the Level 2 Instructor in-person skills session. In addition to passing the online course, instructors must complete the U.S. Center for SafeSport training (online), possess a current USA Archery Background Screening as well as a holding a current USA Archery or National Field Archery Association membership. The USA Archery Level 2 Instructor certification online course includes the Level 1 Instructor course information and provides students with an introduction to the National Training System (NTS) Steps of Shooting for recurve and compound bows, equipment and accessory setup, athlete development, and events.

USA Archery Level 1 Instructor certification is NOT a prerequisite for this course.

Girls 18 years and older are welcome to participate. This USA Archery certification is valid for three years and is renewable online through USA Archery via the USA Archery Level 2 Renewal course in gsLearn.

USA Archery Level 2 Instructor certification is required to become a USA Archery instructor trainer for our council. Instructors who complete this certification plus the USA Archery Instructor Trainer online course ($30 fee) may teach USA Archery Level 1 Instructor courses for GSEM volunteers. Course Registration : Register for an in-person practical skills session by opening the course in the Content Library, selecting Start This Course, and clicking Register next to the desired date. Participants will then receive detailed instructions via email on how to navigate the USA Archery website and pay the $50 required for the online course and $35 required for the USA Archery background screening. U.S. Center for SafeSport Training is also accessed via the USA Archery website. Additional membership fees to USA Archery or National Field Archery Association must be paid for separately.

Please contact Shaun Lindhoff at slindhoff@girlscoutsem.org with questions about the USA Archery Level 2 Instructor course.

Date

Time

Fee

Location

See Details Above

Sat. 5/17

8 am-4 pm

Camp Fiddlecreek

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USA Archery Level 2 Instructor Renewal Level: Brownie-Ambassador

Certification Course

Course Description : USA Archery allows members to renew their certifications online if your current three year certification has not expired. The USA Archery or National Field Archery Association membership, SafeSport training, and USA Archery background screening must also be current to qualify for online renewal. This self-paced, 75-minute online refresher course costs $50 and may only be accessed via the USA Archery website. Once participants receive a completion certificate, they must upload it to the final course module for gsLearn to acknowledge this course as complete. As this is a new renewal process, please contact Adult Education at adulteducation@girlscoutsem.org with any questions. If a volunteers USA Archery Level 2 Instructor certification has expired, they are not eligible to complete this online-only refresher through USA Archery. They must instead complete the USA Archery Level 2 Instructor blended-learning course. Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn. Instructions for accessing the USA Archery website and uploading the new completion certificate to gsLearn are available upon opening the course and selecting Start This Course.

Slingshot Instructor Training

Certification Course

Level: All

Course Description : If troops are looking for something new to do at camp, or they are looking for a challenging activity that even Daisies can enjoy, it’s time to try slingshots! Learn how to bring the fun of slingshots to Girl Scouts in this two-hour, in-person course. As a target sport at our GSEM camps, slingshots use the same ranges as archery and hatchet throwing and share the same setup and safety principles as archery. Because of this, participants must possess a current USA Archery Level 1 or Level 2 Instructor certification to lead a slingshot activity at our camps. Slingshot Instructor Training results in a course completion rather than a certification and is renewable every three years. Proof of current archery certification and current slingshot training must be shown to the camp supervisor to use the equipment and range for a slingshot activity or program.

Prerequisite : Current USA Archery Level 1 or Level 2 Instructor certification (no exceptions).

Course Registration : Register for this course by opening the course in gsLearn, selecting Start This Course, and following the direct link to gsEvents for the desired date, or by searching in gsEvents.

Date

Time

Fee

Location

Sat. 9/28

noon-2 pm

$15

Camp Tuckaho

Sun. 10/6

noon-2 pm

$15

Camp Cedarledge

Sun. 10/20

noon-2 pm

$15

Camp Tuckaho

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Badges, Journeys, Awards and Patches

What will Girl Scouts do next? Sleep under the stars? Design an app? Plant a community garden? As a Girl Scout there are hundreds of ways to discover something new or take their current passion to the next level. Badges, Journeys, Highest Awards, and patches show the world their accomplishments. This section includes helpful courses to make getting started with Journeys, the latest badge and patch programs and Girl Scouts’ Highest Awards easy.

Daisy Petal Badges Learning Path (GSUSA)

Level: Daisy

Learning Path Description : This learning path is a fun and fast introduction to the 10 updated Daisy Petals badges. The updated Daisy Petal badges are designed to thoughtfully guide a Daisy, their parents, and troop volunteers through their first two years of Girl Scouting and help Daisies understand the Girl Scout Promise and Law. Each of the 10 courses in this learning path is a short exploration of each Petal badge. Courses provide hands on, age-appropriate activity ideas, as well as ideas for how to use the unique Girl Scout Leadership Experience framework.

Learning Path Access : Learning path available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

Girl Scout Astronomy Club Training Learning Path (GSUSA)

Level: All

Learning Path Description : This learning path will give high school-aged Girl Scouts, amateur astronomers, and Girl Scout volunteers a solid foundation to plan and manage an astronomy club. Discover how to build a development plan and curriculum and lead activities for Girl Scouts of all ages, as well as learn best practices in several important areas like outreach and running meetings and events. The full learning path of three courses takes two hours to complete.

Learning Path Access : Learning path available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

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Girl Scout Bronze Award Training

Level: Junior

Course Description : This course is for Girl Scout Juniors who are interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Bronze Award. Caregivers and troop leaders are welcome to attend too! This training will allow Girl Scouts to learn the steps necessary to earn their Bronze Award and how to submit their completion.

Course Registration : Register for this course through myGS account and search for event.

Date

Time

Fee

Location

Tue. 10/8

6-7 pm

$0

Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center

Tue. 11/5

6-7 pm

$0

Virtual

Mon. 12/2

6-7 pm

$0

Virtual

Tue. 1/7

6-7 pm

$0

Virtual

Wed. 2/5

6-7 pm

$0

Virtual

Mon. 3/3

6-7 pm

$0

Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center

Wed. 4/9

6-7 pm

$0

Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center

Tue. 8/12

6-7 pm

$0

Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center

Girl Scout Silver Award Training

Level: Cadette

Course Description : This course is for Girl Scout Cadettes who are interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Silver Award. Caregivers, and troop leaders are welcome to attend to! This training will allow Girl Scouts to learn the steps necessary to earn their Silver Award and how to submit their completion.

Course Registration : Register for this course through myGS account and search for event.

Date

Time

Fee

Location

Tue. 10/8

7:30-8:30 pm

$0

Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center

Tue. 11/5

7:30-8:30 pm

$0

Virtual

Mon. 12/2

7:30-8:30 pm

$0

Virtual

Tue. 1/7

7:30-8:30 pm

$0

Virtual

Wed. 2/5

7:30-8:30 pm

$0

Virtual

Mon. 3/3

7:30-8:30 pm

$0

Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center

Wed. 4/9

7:30-8:30 pm

$0

Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center

Tue. 8/12

7:30-8:30 pm

$0

Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center

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Girl Scout Gold Award Training

Level: Senior-Ambassador

Course Description : This course is for Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest community service award a high-school aged girl can earn. Caregivers and troop leaders are welcome to attend, too! Girl Scouts going for the Gold Award are required to attend this training; they will learn the seven steps necessary to complete their Gold Award project and how to submit their proposal on GoGold.

Course Registration : Register for this course through myGS account and search for event.

Date

Time

Fee

Location

Mon. 10/14

6-8:30 pm

$0

Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center

Tue. 10/15

6-8:30 pm

$0

Virtual

Tue. 11/12

6-8:30 pm

$0

Virtual

Wed. 11/13

6-8:30 pm

$0

Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center

Mon. 1/13

6-8:30 pm

$0

Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center

Tue. 1/14

6-8:30 pm

$0

Virtual

Tue. 3/11

6-8:30 pm

$0

Virtual

Wed. 3/12

6-8:30 pm

$0

Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center

If a Girl Scout wants an in-depth look at what it takes to earn the Gold Award, the Go For Gold Workshop might be right for them instead (see 2024-2025 Inspire Discovery for details as this workshop is solely for Seniors and Ambassadors). Go For Gold provides an opportunity for Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors to meet Gold Award committee members, hear from prior Gold Award earners, network with other participants, and spend time brainstorming and researching options for their project.

Girl-only Go For Gold Workshop dates: Dec. 7, Feb. 17, April 26 and Aug. 6. See 2024-2025 Inspire Discovery for additional information.

Girl Scout Tree Promise (GSUSA)

Level: All

Course Description : In this 10-minute course, learn about the Girl Scout Tree Promise and join our national effort to plant five million trees in five years. Girls can plant, protect, or honor trees on their own or with their troops, families, or communities.

Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

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Resilient. Ready. Strong. Patch (GSUSA)

Level: All

Course Description : Life isn’t always easy, but dealing with tricky emotions doesn’t have to be so hard. The Girl Scouts: Resilient. Ready. Strong. patch will build girls’ inner strength, so they are ready for anything! Participate in Girl Scout activities related to 10 skill areas that help boost resilience. This 15-minute course will review badge activities that work for all grade levels, as well as provide reflective questions for discussion with girls and links to additional resources. Learn more here.

Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

Sparking Girl Scout Interest in STEM (GSUSA)

Level: All

Course Description : In this course, volunteers will explore how to support Girl Scouts of all ages to engage in STEM. Participants will learn what STEM is, how it is a tool to make a difference, and about exciting program opportunities and resources to help amplify what Girl Scouts do.

Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

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Camp and Service Team Volunteers

At Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, we have a wide variety of courses available to help district, neighborhood, and camp volunteers learn and develop the skills they need to succeed in their roles. Whether a volunteer requires specific training for their role or wants to steer their skill set in a different direction, we have something for them!

April Showers Coordinator Training

Level: All

Course Description : District and Neighborhood April Showers Coordinators, new and returning, should sign up for a January training session. Coordinators will be given all the information they need to run a successful April Showers program in their districts and neighborhoods.

Course Registration : Register for this course by opening the course in gsLearn, selecting Start This Course, and following the direct link to our events page for the desired date, or by searching for a new event in myGS.

Date

Time

Fee

Location

Wed. 1/15

6-8 pm

$0

Virtual

Sun. 1/19

2-4 pm

$0

Girl Scout Service Center

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District April Showers Coordinator Training

Level: All

Course Description : District April Showers Coordinators, new and returning, should sign up for this November training session to learn the ins and outs of their role in April Showers. District April Showers Coordinators will be given all the information they need in order to run a successful April Showers program in their districts by learning more about their role, how, when and what to communicate to Neighborhood April Showers Coordinators, filling in gaps within their district and brainstorming creative ways to engage their members.

Course Registration : Register for this course by opening the course in gsLearn, selecting Start This Course, and following the direct link to our events page for the desired date, or by searching for a new event in myGS.

Date

Time

Fee

Location

Wed. 11/6

6-8 pm

$0

Virtual

Camp Supervisor Training

Certification Course

Level: All

Course Description : This course is required for volunteers who want to be a camp supervisor at GSEM camps. Participants learn how to effectively communicate with council staff and campers, coordinate camp program activities, and follow GSEM policies and procedures. After completing this course, participants are required to serve an apprenticeship with an experienced camp supervisor.

Prerequisites : Camp supervisors must be certified in Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR/AED and be troop camp-certified through GSEM. Bring proof of certification for both to the course.

Course Registration : Register for this course by opening the course in the Content Library, selecting Start This Course, and clicking Register next to the desired date.

Date

Time

Fee

Location

Fri. 9/13-Sun. 9/15 7 pm, Fri.-3 pm, Sun.

$0

Camp Tuckaho

Cooking for Crowds at Camp

Certification Course

Level: All

Course Description : This course is required for adult volunteers who wish to use dining hall kitchens at GSEM camps. A minimum of one adult volunteer per kitchen crew must be certified in Cooking for Crowds at Camp. Participants learn policies and procedures for operating and cleaning the facilities, equipment, and appliances. Practical hands-on experience is a key component of this course. Lunch is provided—just bring a drink to class!

Course Registration : Register for this course by opening the course in gsLearn, selecting Start This Course, and following the direct link to gsEvents for the desired date, or by searching in gsEvents.

Date

Time

Fee

Location

Sat. 10/12

9 am-2:30 pm

$8

Camp Tuckaho

Sat. 5/10

9 am-2:30 pm

$8

Camp Tuckaho

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Cultural Assets Archives 101 (GSUSA)

Level: All

Course Description : Calling all Girl Scout history buffs and future archivists! This is no scrapbooking class— learn how to handle and conserve archival objects and documents and apply archival best practices to work and storage spaces in this new course from GSUSA. Volunteers will learn to identify areas of their own archives that need attention and organization and understand how to leverage their personal Girl Scout collections with our council. This 25-minute course is also great for anyone interested in archiving personal memorabilia from any topic of interest.

Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

Delivering Inclusive Program (GSUSA)

Level: All

Course Description : In this 20-minute online course, volunteers will learn the importance of, and practice using, inclusive and equitable language to support the identities of all Girl Scouts and foster a cohesive troop environment.

Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

F.R.O.G.s (Friendly Resource Options Guide) Training Level: All

Certification Course

Course Description : This course certifies volunteers to be Friendly Resource Options Guides (F.R.O.G.s) at the Anheuser-Busch Nature Center at Camp Tuckaho. Volunteers gain the knowledge they need to access and use exclusive supplies and activities that are unavailable to casual visitors at the Nature Center. Volunteers receive hands-on experience with a sampling of exciting nature activities they can do with their troop. Don’t miss it!

Course Registration : Register for this course by opening the course in the Content Library, selecting Start This Course, and clicking Register next to the desired date.

Date

Time

Fee

Location

Sat. 3/8

9 am-12:30 pm

$0

Anheuser-Busch Nature Center

Lifeguard In-Service Training

Level: All

Course Description : This course is required annually for registered volunteers currently certified in American Red Cross lifeguarding who wish to lifeguard on GSEM properties.

Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

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Girl Scouts Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention (Mandatory for All Active Volunteers)

Level: All

Course Description : Child abuse and neglect are difficult subjects to think about, yet the prevention of abuse is a topic Girl Scouts takes very seriously. This training prepares supervising adults of Girl Scout youth to recognize, respond to, and report concerns of child abuse and neglect. Additionally, supervising adults will be empowered to prevent abuse by learning Girl Scout recommended practices, policies and procedures. Girl Scout practices, policies and procedures are proactive measures designed to prevent abusers from interacting with Girl Scouts to foster a safe space for children to thrive.

This course is mandatory for all GSEM volunteers.

Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

Missouri Child Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporter Training (Mandatory for All Active Volunteers)

Level: All

Course Description : Girl Scout volunteers and staff are considered mandated reporters in the state of Missouri. This course, provided by Missouri KidsFirst, explores how adults can identify and report child abuse and neglect to the Children’s Division of the Missouri Department of Social Services. Note that no cost registration with Missouri KidsFirst is required to access this two-hour course. Upload the completion certificate provided by Missouri KidsFirst to the final course module in gsLearn to receive credit for completion.

This course is mandatory for all GSEM volunteers.

Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

Navigating Conflict with Confidence (GSUSA)

Level: All

Course Description : In this interactive course, volunteers will gain the skills to navigate challenging conversations to reach common ground with others (colleagues, volunteers, families, etc.) where emotions run high and positive outcomes are critical. The curriculum includes strategies to encourage a healthy mindset, recognize differences, and problem-solve, so that volunteers can confront and resolve conflict with confidence. This course consists of six modules ranging in length from 10 to 30 minutes (two hours total).

Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

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