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First Class Emphasis

Scouting…. First Class Emphasis. Baden-Powell Council University Of Scouting 2012 Lisa A. Vroman. BSA Philosophy. While advancement is important to all Scouts, it is the philosophy of the BSA that all boys complete at least the requirements for First Class while in Scouting.

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First Class Emphasis

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  1. Scouting… First Class Emphasis Baden-Powell Council University Of Scouting 2012 Lisa A. Vroman

  2. BSA Philosophy While advancement is important to all Scouts, it is the philosophy of the BSA that all boys complete at least the requirements for First Class while in Scouting. The process is called First Class Emphasis or FCE.

  3. Scouting is a values-based program with its own code of conduct. The Scout Oath and Law help instill the values of good conduct and honesty.

  4. A boy who spends one year in a Scout troop will learn a lifetime skills. He will learn basic outdoor skills, self-reliance, and how to get along with others. Scouting will prepare him to live a more productive and fulfilling life.

  5. Having a well planned First Class Emphasis program in place gives our new Scouts a strong start in Boy Scouts by building a strong foundation with their Scout skills towards rank advancement, leadership and merit badges. 

  6. Get your Troop involved with Webelos! Who are scouts that usually need First Class – most are newly transitioned Webelos ! Familiar faces can make transition less scary – talk about Troop events, traditions, etc. – perk their interest!! For most Troops: Troop Survival = Webelos Rechartering after initial crossover

  7. Which Patrol Method to use…? Split Scouts into existing Patrols ? New Scout Patrol ?

  8. No matter which Patrol method you choose – make sure you have organized, reliable scouts in leadership positions Patrol Leader Meetings

  9. Patrol Leaders are essential to the success of the Troop!

  10. “A boy who advances to First Class within his first year in Scouting has a better-than-average chance of eventually becoming an Eagle Scout.” From the Scoutmaster Handbook

  11. FIRST CLASS EMPHASIS A First Class Emphasis program is an action packed program for scouts working on Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class.

  12. First Class Emphasis ►1. Be a hands-on experience. ► 2. Be a progressive learning process, whereby each previous rank’s skills will be expanded upon. ► 3. Permit a Scout to work on requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class ranks simultaneously. ► 4. Not require a merit badge. ► 5. Require participation in ten patrol activities, including three one night overnight camps. These activities are in addition to patrol meetings. ► 6. Be more than 80 percent outdoor-related. ► 7. Requires participation in a service project for Second Class rank.

  13. FIRST CLASS EMPHASIS ►Merit Badges are not recommended for FCE Scouts. ►Possible exception: 1st Aid Merit Badge ►They have a full program learning Scout skills for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class. ►If they are to become proficient in these Scout skills and First Class Scouts in fact and deed, they do not have time for merit badges. ►They will have years in Scouts to earn Merit Badges. “All things at their proper time and place.”

  14. Earning First Class Rank is a sign that these new Scouts have mastered the fundamentals of Scouting and have become net contributors to the troop. They are now ready to care for themselves and others and to begin the process of learning to lead others, refining the learned skills and learning more advancement skills.

  15. GOAL: For the Scout to achieve the rank of First Class within 12 to 18 months after joining the Troop. It is important that parents realize that this is a goal, not a requirement.

  16. What does it take for a scout to achieve First Class by the end of the “First Year” • Actually by the second summer • Bridge-over spring 2012 • Goal = First Class by end of summer 2013 • An active, organized Troop • Campouts, day hikes • Community Service Projects • Accurate record keeping • A motivated Scout • Scout handbook at every event • Accurate record keeping • Participation in summer camp

  17. Set an advancement goal for the year….. In other words plan ahead!

  18. If you fail to plan…then You plan to fail !

  19. Where to Start ? Start with focusing on the Scout Badge. Being able to award the Scout Badge at the year-end Court of Honor has important meaning to the Scout, his family and the Troop. Everyone likes to be recognized for their achievement – this can be a way to keep a scout’s interest and involvement during the summer months.

  20. Scout Badge Meet age requirements: Be a boy who is 11 years old, or one who has completed the fifth grade or earned the Arrow of Light Award and is at least 10 years old, but is not yet 18 years old. Complete and turn in a Boy Scout application and health history signed by your parent or guardian. Find a Scout troop near your home. Repeat the Pledge of Allegiance. Demonstrate the Scout sign, salute, and handshake. Demonstrate tying the square knot (a joining knot). Understand and agree to live by the Scout Oath, Law, motto, and slogan, and the Outdoor Code. Describe the Scout badge. Complete the Pamphlet Exercises. With your parent or guardian, complete the exercises in the pamphlet "How to Protect Your Children from Child Abuse: A Parent's Guide". Participate in a Scoutmaster conference.

  21. Plan an advancement campout for shortly after crossover

  22. Advancement Methods:

  23. Discussion Scout-age boys are not interested in lectures and discussion, but if someone closer to their own age who they look up to is leading them then discussions can be effective. - 20 minute discussion - 20 minute activity

  24. Demonstration This can be done at the troop level or at the patrol level. - 5 minute demonstration - reference the appropriate page in the handbook

  25. Hands-On Scouts would rather be doing! - groups of 3-8 work best

  26. EDGE Method Explain how it is done - Tell them Demonstrate the steps - Show them Guide learners as they practice - Watch them do it Enable them to succeed on their own - Use memory aids, practice it, they teach it

  27. Program Example March April Complete the requirements for the Scout Badge as soon as possible after Webelos Cross-over or a new scout joining. This should only take 1 or 2 meetings.

  28. Program Example Cont. May/June

  29. Divide the ranks into categories – this will ensure that all requirements are addressed and therefore achieved. Knots/Lashes Camping Scout Spirit Nature Map/Compass Fitness Cooking Swim Fire Safety First Aid Citizenship

  30. Camping

  31. Swim

  32. Cooking

  33. Knots and Lashes

  34. Safety

  35. Citizenship

  36. Nature

  37. Fire

  38. Map and Compass

  39. Fitness

  40. First Aid

  41. Scout Spirit

  42. Final Steps… All ranks require a Scoutmaster Conference and Board of Review as the last steps in earning the rank.

  43. Is First Class – First Year Achievable? YES !

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