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1. Parent Training - Troop Level The Journey Troop 1 Jeffersonville Indiana Lincoln Heritage Council
2. Parent Training - Goals Familiarize To introduce or reintroduce information about Troop 1 and Scouting To help Troop 1 adults feel comfortable accepting leadership roles in the Troop, District or Council Coordinate To assure that we’re all working toward the same goals and using Scouting methods
3. Character Development To build self-reliance, self-discipline, self-confidence and self-respect Citizenship To foster love of community, country and world, along with a commitment of service to others and an understanding of democratic principles. Personal Fitness To develop social, physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual fitness and physical health that will stay with a Scout for the rest of his life. It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America to serve others by helping to instill values in young people, and in other ways to prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime in achieving their full potential. The values we strive to instill are found in the Boy Scout Oath and Law. Mission Aims Scouting is A Values Based Program
4. Troop 1 History Troop 1 was formed in early 1911. It is the longest continuously operating scout troop in the region. It has always been a ministry of the Wall Street United Methodist Church. The troop has also always been located at the corner of Wall and Chestnut Streets in downtown Jeffersonville.The troop was very instrumental in the formation of the George Rogers Clark Council in 1927 and the opening of the Tunnel Mill Scout camp in 1928. Hundreds of youth have been served through this historic troop and almost fifty boys have reached the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout.
5. Troop 1 Communications Web site http://www.bsatroop1.us/ Troop Newsletters Parents’ Meetings Troop Leaders Telephone Tree
6. Troop 1 Communications Website: Managed by Gary Purlee (gpurlee@bsatroop1.us) Troop Calendar Patrol & troop rosters Troop master documents “Big Trip” archives & information Troop history Note, youth last names not included on web!
7. Council/District Communications Web sites http://www.lhcbsa.org Newsletter (The Flyer) District Adult Leader Roundtable
8. The New Scout Registration form Troop information form Medical form Permission form Activity fee ($50, 2nd in same family discounted)
9. The New Scout What to buy Field Uniform (with patches) Handbook Camping gear (carefully) Activity uniform (Troop)
10. The New Scout Money Matters The Scout Account Fund Raisers
11. The New Scout Registration Fee Boy’s Life Magazine
12. Fund Raising On-Going Fund-Raising Thunder Over Louisville Concerts In the Park Jeff Fest Fourth of July Popcorn Sales
13. Fund-Raising Special Fund-Raising Chili Suppers Pancake Breakfasts Car Washes
14. Fund-Raising Special Fund-Raising Chili Suppers Pancake Breakfasts Car Washes
15. Fund-Raising Scout Accounts Credit for Work Done Shared Duties
16. FIRST CLASS EMPHASIS First Class Emphasis Program 􀂊 A specific Troop 1 Program that focuses on new Scout development and advancement to First Class within the first year 􀂊 From the Scoutmaster Handbook: “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.” 􀂊 BSA Statistics also confirm the Scout is likely to stay in Scouting for a longer period of time.
17. FIRST CLASS EMPHASIS First Class Emphasis Program Requires Attendance 􀂊 Campouts – camping, cooking, hiking, nature, orienteering, knot/lashing, wood tool 􀂊 Patrol Meetings for e.g. Swimming Skills, Orienteering 􀂊 Summer Camp Good Opportunity for Merit Badges
18. FIRST CLASS EMPHASIS Elements of the First Class Emphasis Program 􀂊 Specific program that focuses on Advancement to First Class within the first year 􀂊 A Scout of at least First Class as Troop Guides 􀂊 Patrols stay together 􀂊 Focus learning through outdoor programs (80%) and hands on activities – GO TO CAMPS! 􀂊 Scouts can work on Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class & Merit Badge advancements in parallel 􀂊 First Class Emphasis Program is fun!
19. Recharter January/February Troop information form Permission form Update medical form Activity fee
20. Youth Leadership Structure SPL: Overall leader ASPLs: Assist SPL, in charge of appointed positions and patrol competitions PLs: Run patrol; Guides give support Instructors: help teach Jr. Asst. Scoutmasters: Eagle + past SPL Appointed positions focus on specific areas: QM, Scribe, Chaplain’s Aide, Bugler, Librarian, Historian, OA Representative, Den Chief…
21. Youth Leadership Structure Patrol Leaders Council (PLC) (meets monthly to plan) Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) ASPLs - Scribe – JASMs – Instructors Troop Guides – Patrol Leaders
22. Youth-Led Troop“Don’t Do Anything for a Scout that he can do himself”-Baden-Powell The Patrol Leaders Council Runs the Show Changes in program need to go to the SPL Adults Mentor Youth Leaders (ongoing opportunities for volunteering here!) Meetings appear less organized than Cub Scouts (but good things are happening)
23. Youth-Led Patrol Patrol Leader Is responsible for the well-being of his patrol members Communicates to patrol members Appoints APL Patrol Scribe Patrol Quartermaster Patrol name, flag, yell; patches
24. Leadership Development Main Job of Scoutmaster and ASMs Mentor the Junior Leaders Junior Leader Training Empowering Youth to be Leaders Start slow They will make mistakes Maturity takes time, and different boys mature at different rates
25. Leadership Development They might not do it the way you would do it, but ‘is the job being done?’
26. Experienced Leadership
27. Leadership Development Patrol Method “It is up to the patrol leader to take hold of and to develop the qualities of each boy in his patrol. It sounds like a big order, but in practice it works.” - Baden-Powell
28. Leadership Development Patrol Method “An invaluable step in character training is to put responsibility on the individual.” Robert S.S. Baden-Powell “The patrol system is not one method in which Scouting for boys can be carried on. It is the only method” -Baden-Powell
29. Give them the opportunity to learn
30. Leadership Development
31. Leadership Development Elections for Senior Patrol Leader and Patrol Leaders occur about every 6 months (April/Oct) Appointed positions selected at that time
32. Leadership Projects Scouts not holding an elected or appointed leadership position can perform a leadership project for Star or Life rank requirements (this is separate from a Service project-- leadership projects benefit the troop)
33. Youth Training: PLC Training Patrol Leader’s Handbook Building Your Team Circle of Leadership Den Chief Training Council program
34. Youth Training Troop 6-8 hours District Weekend Council Weeklong Conference National Youth Leadership Training Camp
35. Personal Growth Between 10 and 18, boys experience dramatic physical and emotional growth The Importance of Belonging Adults Who Listen Service Projects A Chance to Embark on Adventure Meeting People from Different Backgrounds Duty to God - Respecting Others’ Beliefs
36. Break
37. Discipline All the Scouts are Learning Scouts Mature at Different Rates We Nurture and Model Respect,not Drill it into the Scouts
38. Discipline Junior Leaders will handle discipline initially Serious, Unsafe, or Recurring Negative Activity Scoutmaster Other adult leader Troop Committee
39. Uniform Wearing the Uniform Helps Scouts Develop a Sense of Belonging All Members are Equal to Each Other
40. Uniforms The field uniform (sometimes called “Class A”) is worn at all formal troop functions, including troop meetings, scoutmaster conferences, boards of review and courts of honor The field uniform is required for travel on troop outings Field uniform includes scout shirt, pants, belt, socks, hat and all patches and badges Adults (ASMs) too!
41. Uniforms The activity uniform (sometimes called “Class B”) is worn during troop activities when the field uniform is inappropriate Activity uniform shirts and troop hats can be purchased from the troop
42. Outdoors Outcome Three Quarters of SCOUTING is OUTING Improved Physical Fitness Growth in ability to take care of themselves A sense of communion with nature Greater appreciation for the outdoors At least one trip each month is our goal!
43. Outdoors Advancement happens at outings We have time for advancement Advancement is designed to be done outdoors Adventure happens at outings This is why the Scouts join a troop Scouting happens at outings
44. Outdoor Learning Lab
45. Outdoors
46. Camping Trip Guidelines Scout camping is essential Scout methods and youth leadership Patrol trips also possible Trips part of annual calendar Support/planning by adults
47. Camping Trip Guidelines Who can participate Must attend meeting before trip Duty Roster Menu/shopping Tour permit Packing No electronics, aerosols, sheath knives, dangerous items, junk food SPL in charge Go as a group, return as a group– not possible to only attend part of a trip “Scouts own” worship service
48. Camping Trip Guidelines Must have current medical form on file/along Adults, too Must have current permission form on file We have on our website, guidelines for planning trips, for the adult coordinators
49. Camping Trip Guidelines Allow/teach your Scout to cook AT HOME to continue to develop their skills! (On trips, Scouts are the cooks!)
50. Scout Medical Insurance Accident/Sickness coverage Excess coverage only File claims through Jefferson office $15,000 limit
51. Shopping Guidelines Scout does the shopping Scout stays within budget Scout makes necessary substitutions Don’t forget paper towels, trash bags, condiments, if needed Might require two trips – one to see how much items cost and one to purchase Shopper is responsible for providing coolers, ice, unless otherwise arranged
52. Event Payment Guidelines Expenses covered by participants Paid before the activity Budget approximately 10% overhead Nonrefundable, but usually transferable Some big trips require multiple payments and special agreements Can use Scout Accounts
53. Outdoor Etiquette We will leave outdoor areas in better shape than we found them Low Impact Leave No Trace Principles The Outdoor Code Mentor, Mentor, Mentor (don’t throw apple cores, orange peels in fire, in woods, etc.!)
54. Advancement
55. Summer Camp
56. Advancement It’s Fun Offers Adventure Provides Recognition of Skills Learned Is Non-Competitive Promotes Development of Physical Fitness, Character, and Citizenship
57. Steps Repeated for Each Rank A Scout Learns On outings and at meetings at his own pace A Scout is Tested By ASMs or Senior Scouts A Scout is Reviewed By the Scoutmaster then Board of Review A Scout is Recognized At Court of Honor
58. Scoutmaster Conference Completed before the Board of Review To assure that the Scout has completed the requirements To see how good an experience the Scout is having in the unit To set a goal for the next rank
59. Boards of Review To make sure the Scout has completed the requirements for the rank To see how good an experience the Scout is having in the unit To encourage the Scout to progress further It is not a test or a re-test! Parents/committee members on board, not SM or ASMs
60. Before Boards of Review Review joining requirements in front of Handbook (Oath, Law, Motto, Slogan, Outdoor Code, etc.) Review what you have done since the last BOR Make sure uniform is complete and correct (including socks, hat, patches, etc.) Bring handbook to BOR Bring merit badge sash for Star, Life, Eagle
61. Confidence Building confidence through measurement Self confidence is developed by measuring up to a challenge or a standard Peer confidence develops when the same measuring system is used for everyone - when all must meet the same challenge to receive equal recognition Confidence in leaders comes about when there is consistency in measuring - when leaders use a single standard of fairness
62. Boards of Review Participation in Boards of Review will teach you about Scouting
63. Advancement Most advancement happens at outings and meetings Joining to First Class takes about a year Scouts progress at different speeds Scout tracks his progress in back of his Boy Scout Handbook Keep merit badge and rank advancement cards in a safe place Advancement chair tracks with TroopMaster software
64. Tenderfoot to First Class Goal is to complete in first year in program Additional support by ASM for New Scouts regular camping trips, Scout meetings, special events… Older Scouts and adults help provide instruction
65. Onward to Eagle At own pace-- but before turn 18! Merit badges (“required” and not) Leadership positions Service projects
66. Merit Badges Can earn merit badges at any rank List of troop merit badge counselors, who teach or review/verify completion Counselors must register with Council Use buddy system and two deep leadership
67. Merit Badges Requirements don’t “expire” even if not completed fully all at once Parents can teach requirements for merit badges and rank advancement, but…Registered counselor for troop has final approval If you are interested in teaching a merit badge to your Scout, you should be registered, and offer the merit badge to other Scouts as well Some exceptions & concerns
68. Troop Courts of Honor Recognition of Advancement Rank advancement and merit badge cards distributed Adult awards and recognitions Twice a year (Feb, Sept.)
69. Eagle Courts of Honor Ceremony for individual Scout Lots of help from the entire troop Work with Eagle Coordinator As often as is needed
70. Service Projects Participation required for 2nd class Troop recommends independent projects for Star and Life Independent project required for Eagle
71. Service Projects Demonstrate leadership Outwardly directed to meet community need Do not have to be based on original ideas List of contacts & past projects on web site Scout responsible to plan, direct and follow the project through to successful completion
72. Service Projects Approval required before work begins (troop committee for Star, Life, plus District for Eagle) Check work dates (Masters) Documentation during project (pictures, registers) Service project report after completion Send picture and write up to newspapers & website
73. Service Projects Are you demonstrating leadership of others? What will you need to do to be sure that you, not your parent or some other adult, is the one who is in charge of the project? Are you the indeed the project director, rather than doing the work yourself? Is the project helpful to the religious institution, school or community group? Is the project following the plan? If not, what changes are being made?
74. Beyond Eagle Eagle Palms Troop Leadership
75. Other Opportunities Order of the Arrow
76. Other Opportunities Conservation Related Awards Young American Award William T. Hornaday awards World Conservation Award Leave No Trace Award
77. Other Opportunities Religious Awards Youth Adult
78. Other Opportunities
79. Adult Leadership Structure Charter Organization Troop Committee Scoutmaster Assistant Scoutmasters
80. Experienced Leadership
81. Troop Committee 2:00pm on the last Sunday of each month Decisions about the direction of the troop take place Active participation in the troop committee will help you understand the Scouting program which can help you guide your Scout through the program Parents and Scouts of Troop 1 are encouraged to attend. Attire is casual, except for Scouts presenting service project proposals who should be in full uniform
82. Troop Committee You do not have to be an experienced Scouter to be an effective Committee Member Positions include Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, Chaplain, Publicity, Quartermaster, Advancement, Fund-raising, Service Projects, Training, Med Forms, Trip Coordination, etc.
83. Adult Leadership The Adult’s Role in a Troop Program is Safety Two Deep Leadership Training for All Adults Fast Start Video Safe Scouting Unit Video Youth Protection Training Roundtables BSA Online Training Center at http://olc.scouting.org/
84. Adult Leadership - Safety No Guns No Sheath Knives No People Ride in Truck Beds No Liquid Fuels on Camp Fires No Initiations, Snipe Hunts, Gauntlets, Hazing, etc. Ensure Appropriate Activities (no JetSkis, paintball, etc.) BSA Guide to Safe Scouting is our “bible” for Scouting safety
85. Adult Leadership The Adult’s Role in a Troop Program is Mentoring Setting the Example Model Behavior There is no more effective way to teach young people appropriate behavior than to model appropriate behavior
86. Adult Leadership – Role Modeling No Smoking in front of Scouts No Alcoholic Beverages No Swearing or Inappropriate Jokes Model the Scout Oath and Law in our own behavior Support youth leadership development
87. Adult Training: Committee Troop Parent Orientation Youth Protection/Safe Scouting (online) Position Specific New Leader Essentials Troop Committee Challenge (online) Outdoor Training Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills (recommended)
88. Adult Training: ASM Troop Parent Orientation Youth Protection/Safe Scouting (online) Position Specific New Leader Essentials ASM Leader Specific Training Outdoor Training Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills (required)
89. Adult Training Roundtable (monthly) Other opportunities at District, Council: Some Advance-A-Ramas University of Scouting Wood Badge: Highly Recommended!
90. Adult Training Other training available to help lead activities, such as: Safe Swim Defense Safety Afloat Trek Safely Climb On Safely CPR Wilderness First Aid
91. Adult Recognition Adults can also earn recognition in Scouting! Knots, badges, certificates and other forms of recognition for adult service Listed on our troop web site Most require training & service
92. Involvement Just a reminder that it may take a while before you feel fully knowledgeable about everything– don’t worry– keep asking questions, become involved, and make suggestions if you see ways for us to improve as a troop!
93. Parent Responsibilities – Be Encouraging For Tenderfoot, most items are taught by older scouts and Adult leaders. But they can get stuck. Use the website videos! Your Assignment: Encourage working on the fitness requirement - especially pull-ups, push-ups, sit-ups! Help him memorize Scout Oath, Scout Law and to really understand what they mean
94. Parent Responsibilities – Be Supportive There are some things that the scout cannot do without help Your Assignment: Help select camping gear (Tools on Website) Transportation: Help him get to troop meetings and other functions Reinforce the ideals of the Scout Oath, Law, Motto, and Slogan in his everyday life. Prepare for Summer Camp Become a Merit Badge Counselor Become a Committee Member – or even better, invest in the time, training, uniforming, etc… to become an Assistant Scoutmaster
95. ScoUting Thanks for all YOU do!!