Girl Scouts


May 23, 2014

in this issue
Highlight of the Week
To All of our Readers
Program Updates
Cookie Program Updates
Pat on the Back!
Volunteer Resources
Adult Learning Updates
Katie's Korner News
Highlight of the Week

 

 

Re-register by June 2 to earn a patch and help your troop

qualify for a drawing for $500! 

 

   

To claim your spot and patch,
renew your membership for 2014-2015 here.

  

Plus, everyone is invited to Discover the Universe,
June 6, at the Evansville Museum.  
 
GSSI's  FREE community Summer Showcase will be from
1-5pm, followed by a reception for Girl Scouts and families,
from 5-6:30pm. 

 

The event and reception are free, no reservations needed.  

 

Discounted tickets to the museum and planetarium will be available all day.    

*If you are interested in showcasing 

some of the wonderful things your troop has done this year, 

contact Sarah Lasiter (812)421-4970 ext 307

 

To All of Our Readers
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Congratulations to Volunteer Award recipients!  Certificates were presented at May SU meetings for Rising and Shining Star, Innovator, Behind the Scenes, and Volunteer of Excellence Awards. Girl Scouting in Southwest Indiana is thriving because of your dedication and commitment!

 

NOTE:  Council office is closed on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. Summer office hours begin on Tuesday, May 27 (Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm, Central).


Program Updates 

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Certificates from the Girl Scout Girl Awards are available at the council office.  Contact your staff Membership representative or [email protected] to make special arrangements to pick them up or stop by during regular office hours, 9am-5pm.

 

There is still time to register for Day/Twilight and Resident Camps!  Check out all the dates and information on the council Web site, under "Programs," "Camp."

 

Girls, have you shared your opinions about your experience during the 2013-2014 program year? The survey will close on Monday, June 2. Program Survey for Girls

 

Registration is now open for GSSI's STEAM U Event, July 11 -12, at Vincennes University! Event is open to registered Girl Scouts and Non-Girl Scouts entering grades 6-12. Flier

Register and read more Information HERE

 

FROZEN Swim Party at Burdette Park, on Evansville's westside, Saturday, June 14, 7:30-10 pm Central. All girls in grades K-12 and their families are invited. Click here for details.

 

Cookie Program Updates
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Vote for the 2016 Cookie Program mascot, at the following link:

Vote for GSSI's and ABC Bakers' cookie recognitions for 2015! Note: Recognitions are on display at Katie's Korner, the council shop!

Troop leaders who have not picked up their girls' cookie recognitions should contact Melissa Rynkiewich (812-421-4970, Ext. 323, or mrynkiewich@girlscouts-gssi/org), to arrange for pick-up at the council office.

 

Pat on the Back! 

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GSSI has so many great volunteers and staff who are generous with their time and talent! A big thank you goes to:

 

  • Speakers at the Evansville Girl Awards Event, including Kendra MehlingAbby AbernathyKatie BlandfordErin GarmanMaddie LuekenSandy MinasianAbby Plump, and Hannah Remole, helped make the evening special by emceeing and introducing award recipients. (from Kara Messersmith)  
  • Vicki Butler for organizing and running Northside's end of the year celebration & SU Meeting. I had a great time! (from Brynn Howell)

 

Would you like to give a "Pat-on-the-Back" to a special person who went that extra mile or stepped in to help without being asked?  Send an email to Margaret  with the name of the volunteer or staff member and how he/she helped out.  Pats-on-the-Back will be published in each issue of this eNewsletter.


Volunteer Resources

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We've heard lots of great stories of adventure and leadership development this year.  Here are a few reminders of the paperwork needed to wrap it all up!

Upcoming deadlines:

Year-end finance report - June 15

Online Job Briefing - June 15

Honor/Golden Honor Troop Application - June 15

Year-end Self Assessment - June 15

 

We are busy planning resources for 2014-2015!  All Council Team (A.C.T.) Kick-off meetings will be the week of September 22. If you know of any conflicts, contact Margaret, [email protected].

 

Looking for an expert in some field?  Check out the Roving Expert directory on the Web site, under "Programs," "Program Leader Resources"!

 

Willing to be listed as an expert?  For example, if you are a certified archery instructor or lifeguard and are willing to share your expertise with sister troops, we'd love to list you in the directory.  Contact [email protected] for more information.


Adult Learning Updates
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Basic Outdoor Skills is a fun class during which you will learn about campfires and outdoor safety.  You can earn the required certification to teach your troop! 

Saturday, June 7, 8:30am-2:30pm (Eastern) Dubois County Park, Jasper.  Cost is $6. Register here.  Deadline to register is this Sunday, May 25.

 

If you are interested in taking Basic Outdoor Skills or On the Go classes (to be certified to plan and conduct outdoor cooking, campfires, or overnights) this summer, complete a Training Interest Indicator or contact [email protected]. Classes are usually not scheduled over the summer but if there is enough interest, we will contact those who filled out a form and try to find a date.

Katie's Korner Council Shop News
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The 2014 GSUSA Spring Catalog is up on the Web site! Get set for spring with the latest girl and adult Girl Scout fashions!

Quick Links...

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Contact Information
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Phone:    812.421.4970 or 800.757.9348

Address: 223 NW 2nd Street, Evansville IN 47708

Web site: www.girlscouts-gssi.org

Questions about the Web site? [email protected]

Email a GSSI staff member:  (first initial)(last name)@girlscouts-gssi.org

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