Fall 2025 SOAR Magazine

From the CEO In this edition of SOAR Magazine , we are celebrating stories of courage, leadership, and legacy—qualities that make Girl Scouts such a powerful force in shaping the future. isn’t about titles. You’ll follow the inspiring legacy of Drs. Ann and Doug Teske, and how the name Dorcas Engelhardt is continuing to open doors for girls nearly a century later. You’ll discover how Maxine Clark turned lessons learned as a Brownie into a career that changed the face of retail and philanthropy. You’ll connect with current Girl Scout, Legacy Jackson, and how her family spans generations of Girl Scout involvement. And you’ll hear from Jo Ann Taylor Kindle and Carolyn Kindle, trailblazers in the community and professional sports, as they reflect on the power of teamwork, determination, and believing in yourself. Together, these stories remind us that Girl Scouts is more than an organization, it’s a lifelong community where girls grow into women who lead, give back, and change the world. Each story in this issue is proof that when girls are given the space to dream and the support to achieve, there is no limit to what they can do. You’ll meet Nicole Marshall, a principal and Girl Scout volunteer who reminds us leadership I hope as you read these pages, you see a reflection of your own Girl Scout story— whether it’s a memory from your troop days, a moment volunteering, or the joy of knowing your support are helping girls discover their strengths. The future is bright, and it’s being built, one girl at a time. Thank you for being part of this movement, for cheering on girls at every stage of their journey, and for helping us keep the spark of Girl Scouts shining bright.

Together is better, let’s soar higher!

With gratitude,

Natissia Small, Ed.D. Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri CEO

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