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Values, Mission and Vision. Presenter 1 Presenter 2. (Living the Values). Chapel at St. John's College. The Gothic age high ceilings ~ high technology. Their Vision. BSA Vision Statement.
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Values, Mission and Vision Presenter 1 Presenter 2 (Living the Values)
BSA Vision Statement “The Boy Scouts of America will prepare every eligible youth in America to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Scout Law”
Their Values
Values Definition: 2 (values) a person’s principals or standards of behavior; one’s judgment of what is important in life. • Core beliefs • Core desires • Guide or Motivate • Attitudes • Actions
Values Come in Different Forms Principles or Standards Personal Qualities Character Traits Codes of Ethics
Principles or Standards “Service Above Self” Rotary Club International “Be Prepared” “Do a Good Turn Daily”
Personal Qualities • Honesty • Loyalty • Ability to listen
Character Traits • Being Organized • Enthusiasm • Openness to others
Codes of Ethics • Hippocratic Oath • Ten Commandments • BSA’s Outdoor Code
“Acting in accord with our beliefs and values is one of the greatest challenges each of us faces every day. It’s true for individuals in all aspects of life… and equally true for organizations for every kind and size.” -Eric Harvey and Alexander Lucia
Mission Definition 1: a brief statement that reflects the core values of an organization and communicates the organization’s long term objectives- why the organization exists. Definition 2: a specific task with which a person or a group is charged
Mission: Why we exist Values: What we believe in and how we will behave Vision: What success looks like
BSA Mission Statement “The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law”
Vision A picture of future success “What does success look like?” Forms when we think ahead… Prepare for challenges As simple as “Planting acorns”
September 12, 1962: “We choose to go to the moon.” ~ President John F. Kennedy
September 12, 1962: “We choose to go to the moon.” ~ President John F. Kennedy
August 28, 1963: “I have a dream.” ~Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
August 28, 1963: “I have a dream.” ~Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
“. . . It is my unique responsibility. . .” ~Margaret Thatcher
“. . . It is my unique responsibility. . .” ~Margaret Thatcher
Lord Baden-Powell: Baden-Powell believed that a common moral code, shared by Scouts around the globe, eventually could lead to world peace.
Lord Baden-Powell: Baden-Powell believed that a common moral code, shared by Scouts around the globe, eventually could lead to world peace.
Criteria for a Meaningful Vision A Vision: Engages heart and spirit Leads to a worthwhile goal Gives meaning to an effort Is simple Is attainable Can change over time
Vision Statement The Boy Scouts of America will prepare every eligible youth in America to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Scout Law.
The Challenge of Expressing Values and Vision • It’s not easy • Requires lots of thought • Some personal examination • Perhaps getting feedback from others
THE SCOUT'S OATH IN BADEN-POWELL'S SCOUTING FOR BOYS, 1908 "On my honour I promise that • I will do my duty to God and the King. • I will do my best to help others, whatever it costs me. • I know the Scout Law, and will obey it.
THE SCOUT LAWSCOUTING FOR BOYS, 1908 • A Scout's honour is to be trusted. • A Scout is loyal to the King, and to his officers, and to his country, and to his employers. • A Scout's duty is to be useful and to help others. • A Scout is a friend to all, and a brother to every other Scout, no matter to what social class the other belongs. • A Scout is courteous. • A Scout is a friend (kind) to animals. • A Scout obeys orders of his patrol leader or Scoutmaster without question. • A Scout smiles and whistles (cheerful) under all circumstances. • A Scout is thrifty.
Let’s Review Values- Core beliefs or desires that guide or motivate our attitudes and our actions Mission – Why we exist Vision - A picture of success and the related plan of action
“A vision without a mission is just a dream…. A mission without a vision just passes the time…. A vision with action can change the world.” —Joel Barker
A Wood Badge Ticket is: A commitment A vision of personal improvement A vision of how you will lead A series of goals Your Ticket is guided by: Your personal values The organization’s mission Your vision of success in your role
Key Concepts Five Significant Goals Current Scouting Responsibility Maximum Positive Impact for youth One goal – incorporate diversity
Goals should be SMART Specific Measurable Attainable Relevant Time based
For each Goal, also indicate: Who What Where When Why How How Verified
Name Bill – The WB Participant Wood Badge Course No. C7-129-14 My Scouting Position: Assistant Scoutmaster Troop 1 The Team That Will Benefit from my Leadership: Troop members SMART Goal (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Timely): Who: ________________________________________________ What: ________________________________________________ Where: ________________________________________________ When: ________________________________________________ Why: ________________________________________________ How: ________________________________________________ How you will determine when the task is complete: __________ _________________________________________________
Name Bill – The WB Participant Wood Badge Course No. C7-129-14 My Scouting Position: Assistant Scoutmaster Troop 1 The Team That Will Benefit from my Leadership: Troop members SMART Goal (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Timely): Goal: Involve The Scout Troop in diverse religious experience Who: ________________________________________________ What: ________________________________________________ Where: ________________________________________________ When: ________________________________________________ Why: ________________________________________________ How: ________________________________________________ How you will determine when the task is complete: __________ _________________________________________________