March 25, 2016
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Upcoming Girl / Troop / Family Events
reminders and deadlines
  


       Important REMINDERS and DEADLINES

Check the online calendar for many more events!



The NEW Program Guide is full of great opportunities for girls!
 


Congratulations to GSSI's 2016 Award Recipients!

Girls work very hard to earn these awards, and we want to make sure every girl's name and award is listed correctly. Review this list of recipients of Girl Scout Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Journey Summit Awards, as well as Service Bars, graduating seniors, and 10-year girl members. Email corrections to [email protected]. (Corrections from last week have NOT been added.)
 


Register for GSSI's Spring Event on Saturday, April 23, at Howell Wetlands!
Lots of fun stations from which to choose:
  • water cycle bracelet game
  • macroinvertebrate (water bug) observation and ID  
  • water chemistry
  • amphibian meet & greet
  • frog jump contest
  • water properties experiments
  • bioaccumulation game
  • watershed activity
  • pollinator / butterfly station
  • wetland hikes
  • catfish meet & greet
  • snapping turtle meet & greet
 
Resident Camp registration is now OPEN!
  
There are overnight opportunities for girls entering grades 2 and up, but GSSI also has day programs for all ages!

Join the adventure and find out why "Camp Life is the Best Life"! 
 
  
Volunteer Learning
SCHEDULED CLASSES

Troop Camp Training 
What: TCT certification is required of at least one adult in a group planning camping with Girl Scouts, beyond the backyard.  
Who: Any registered adult member with On the Go, and Basic Outdoor Skills certification
When:  Saturday, April 16, 9:00 a.m., through noon on Sunday, April 17
WhereCamp Koch, Cannelton, IN
Register: Cost is $18. Register online.

CLASSES BEING SCHEDULED 

Basic Outdoor Skills
What: BOS certification is required for building fires or cooking outdoors. This six-hour class covers safety, fire building, different outdoor cooking techniques, knots, and more.
Status: Currently scheduling classes in Evansville, Camp Koch, and possibly in Pike County.  Complete a Training Interest Indicator, if you have not done so already.
Cost: $6, includes supplies and a meal

On the Go
What: OTG certification is required for all overnights. This three-hour class covers safety, progression, and planning with girls.
Status: Currently scheduling classes in Jasper and Perry counties.Complete a Training Interest Indicator, if you have not done so already.
Cost: Free

Fish IN
This Indiana DNR class is FREE and certifies you as a FishIn captain.  It is a fun program that can help get girls interested in fishing- perfect for day camps!  Captains are allowed to borrow DNR equipment for free to teach youth.  A class may be held in April in Evansville.  Contact Margaret for more information.
CEI Update 
GSSI's new website is LIVE! 

Have you visited the new website? Read up on the top TEN reasons you will love it!

We know that change can be hard, so we'll give you a tip each week to help you get the most out of the experience.

Tip #2 Finding forms 
Screenshot Forms


The easiest way to find forms is to click on "Forms" on the navigation menu.  The Most Frequently Accessed forms are listed.  

In addition, you can do a keyword search OR click on "Options" and select a category to see all forms in that section.


Let's get ready for the next phase

Troop and Girl Data Clean Up AND a chance to win $25 at the council shop!!
Do you know if GSSI has accurate information on your troop and girls? Troop support specialists will be contacting each troop leader to request that they review the information.  If you complete this by April 15, your troop will be entered into a drawing for Katie's Korner gift certificates.Instructions and details


Don't know what CEI is about? Read more information


Volunteer Resources
GSSI Awards
We have amazing volunteers. They are troop leaders and cookie parents, day/twilight camp directors and helpers, teen troops, service unit volunteers, and all of the other wonderful people who make Girl Scouting such an amazing experience for girls and adults. Let's recognize those who go above and beyond the expectations of their positions by recognizing them with council awards.  The deadline to nominate a teen or adult is April 1.  Nominate now.


Get ready: Spring Renewal is coming soon!
Membership renewal for 2016-2017 starts April 1.  More information on the benefits and incentives for you and your girls will be posted next week.

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SWAPS - revive a Girl Scout tradition!

Erasers, stickers, Lego minifigures, Shopkins:  What girl doesn't like to collect cute little things simply because they are cute?  Girl Scouting has a special tradition of collecting cute little somethings, and they are called SWAPS.

Read the blog to find out more!

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

Erica Sims, for all of her hard work toward the Cookie Program in Posey County this year.  She is always available for questions and help when we need them. Thank you, Erica! (from Katie Mayes, Troop 267)
 


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 she/he helped out.
Cookie Program Updates

Congratulations to GSSI's Bling Your Booth contest winners!
1st place, Troop 14, Sonia Patel, leader
2nd place, Troop 469, Kiffani Michel, leader
3rd place, Troop 289, Vicki Butler, leader


Looking for ideas for your remaining Girl Scout cookies? 

  - Check out GSSI's new Cookie Recipes Pinterest board  for lots of tasty recipes.

  - Host milk and Girl Scout Cookie parties at your local police and fire stations to thank local heroes.

  - Continue to have cookie booths until April 19.  There are still customers needing cookies.


Visit the Web site "Cookies" tab for updated resources and information!  
Katie's Korner Retail Shop


Love the aroma of Thin Mints or Lemonades? Only a few days left to take advantage of Katie's Korner's 10% off sale! The shop has large and small Yankee Candles and air fresheners.



Show off your pride in girls' achievements with a gift from the Highest Awards Collection!  
10% off during the month of April




Bridging Kits are coming soon!


Katie's Corner Council Shop
223 NW 2nd St. Evansville
812.421.4970 or 800.757.9348


Shop hours:  Monday-Thursday, 9:00am to 5:30 pm, Friday, 9:00am to 5:00 pm.

Shop online or contact [email protected] if you have any questions.  

On my honor, 
I will try to serve God and my country, to help others at all times, 
and to live by the  Girl Scout Law.
Girl Scouts of SW Indiana | 812.421.4970 | www.girlscouts-gssi.org