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2015 Program Changes. Contact programupdates@scouting.org with questions. PROGRAM UPDATES. Dynamic and Relevant Program. The BSA’s programs match what today’s youth both want and need.
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2015 Program Changes Contact programupdates@scouting.org with questions.
PROGRAM UPDATES Dynamic and Relevant Program The BSA’s programs match what today’s youth both want and need. We have changed our programs to reflect the results of a thorough program review and assessment that clearly identifies those elements that are appealing, exciting and culturally relevant to today’s youth and families.
Task Force Structure • Roughly Seventy-Five (75) Volunteers • Nationally Representative • Networked to other functions and discipline • Religious Relations Committee • Aquatics Task Force • Program Impact, etc. • Governance thru the Program Content Support Committee to the National Board December 2013
One Oath and Law Adopt the Scout Oath and Law for use in the Cub Scout & Venturing program, retiring the Cub Scout Promise & Venturing Oath. • Revise the Core Values of Cub Scouts to align exactly with the twelve points of the Scout Law. • Retire the Law of the Pack, while maintaining the concept of “Akela” as leader. • Maintain the current Cub Scout motto, sign, salute, and handshake. • Venturers will use the Scout sign and salute.
ALPS Program Model • Four Areas of Focus • Progressive Learning • Lasting Impact for Youth • Begins June 2014 • “Old” program ends December 31, 2014
Venturing Award Award Focus: Joining • Commitment to ideals • Participation
Discovery Award Award Focus: Participation • Preparing to lead • Service • Active participation • Goal setting & personal growth
Pathfinder Award Award Focus: Leadership • Advanced skills • Planning service • Goal setting through planning
Summit Award Award Focus: Mentoring • Leading service • Goal setting in “the big picture”
Crew Activities • Tier I • Tier II • Tier III
Program Opportunities • Program Guides
Online Training • Personal Reflections • Goal Setting • Time Management • Project Management • Mentoring
ACTIVITY Calendar Planning Growth & Council Impact
Support • Council Standards of Venturing Excellence (CSVE) • Adjusted Unit, District, and Council Standards • Focus on Retention and Membership • National Venturing Committee
National Venturing Committee • New structure for all levels. Regional, Area, Council, District • Structure will be designed • Representation from all Region both youth and adult
Program Questions? For program questions, contact: Program.Content@scouting.org Or visit: www.scouting.org/venturing