Service Unit: SU2664-Central Westmoreland
County: Westmoreland
Total Girl Scout Years: 15
Volunteer Years: 12
Current and Former Volunteer Positions: troop leader, Silver Award Review Committee & Facilitator, Gold Award Committee & Facilitator, Leader Honor Guard Unit & Facilitator
Age-Level Experience: All-Ages Multi-Level
Girl Scout Pillars: Life Skills, Entrepreneurship
Specialties: Bronze Awards, Silver Awards, Gold Awards, flag ceremonies, community service/Take Action projects
Adult Awards: Volunteer of Excellence, Honor Pin, Thanks Badge I
What do you want volunteers to know about you?
I was only in Girl Scouts for a few years as a girl. Then my granddaughter started as a Daisy and my daughter became a co-leader of her troop, and I saw a need for a Nana in the multi-level troop. All the girls welcomed me and made me feel a part of this great organization for young women.
What does Girl Scouting mean to you?
It’s an opportunity for me to mentor all ages and personalities of young ladies. It’s also been a wonderful learning experience for me. I have also had the pleasure of meeting, working with, and learning from some wonderful adult leaders.
What is your Girl Scout leadership philosophy?
Be willing to use any resources available. Be willing to share your knowledge with others when asked. Be willing to learn new things from others. Always conduct yourself professionally and honorably in a friendly manner.
What advice do you have for new troop leaders?
Just ask! If you are unsure or just don’t know . . . just ask!
Anything else?
Shortly after joining the Gold Award Committee, I was asked to arrange the opening flag ceremony for the Gold Award Court of Awards. Since then, I have assembled a unit of 10 girls ranging from Daisies to Ambassadors. We are asked to participate in many Girl Scout events as well as community events and parades. I cannot describe how honored and proud I am of this Honor Guard unit and every girl in it. It warms my heart to see the passion and respect the girls have for the privilege of being a part of this group of young ladies.
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