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Girl Scout Guide for Utilizing Social Media

Social media sites and apps such as Facebook, Instagram, etc. can be an easy and fun way to stay in touch with your troop, coordinate events, and share your accomplishments, but it’s important to be able to navigate them safely.  Safety and Privacy Resources General Content Guidelines It’s important to remember that when you post […]

gsLearn Video Learning Series

gsLearn is GSUSA’s and GSNorCal’s learning management system for all online training. Access to gsLearn is only offered to volunteers who hold roles and have background checks on file with GSNorCal. Trainings are organized by learning paths, that are filled with courses. Each course is made up of one or more modules. If you need to […]

Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) FAQs

Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) Frequently Asked Questions If you’re new to the Volunteer Toolkit (VTK), you probably have some questions. We’ve put together a list of frequently asked questions to help you get started.  Question Answer What is the VTK? The Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) is designed to support troop leaders in planning and delivering program content […]

VTK Tips-Choosing and Customizing Your Year Plan

Choosing and Customizing Your Year Plan Volunteer Toolkit Tips The Girl Scout Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) is a digital communication, planning, and curriculum tool accessible on any internet-capable computer or mobile device. The VTK offers several pre-selected tracks that include meeting/lesson plans so that girls can earn their badges, Journeys, patches, and awards. This tip sheet will […]

MyGS Guide to My Troops

This document (PDF) will provide troop leaders and household primary caregivers with an overview of the features in the MyGS Member Account Portal and will show troop leaders how they can manage their troop members and show parents/caregivers what they can view on the “My Troops” page. My Troops General View From the left-side navigation click […]

Girl Scout Member Digital Tools

 Check out our Girl Scout member digital tools below! GSNorCal: Come check out our new look at www.GSNorCal.org. This site is designed with you, the audience, in mind. Are you interested in learning more about Girl Scouts? Come Discover what we’re all about and find out how to Get Involved. Want to know how you can support […]

Girl Scout Days

Girl Scout Day events offered by our partners provide special programming year-round including arts and entertainment performances and athletic event days. Some include a unique experience before or after the event, some include fun patches or special swag. All partners manage their own registration that in some cases provide ticket kick-backs to our council.  GSNorCal […]

MyGS Guide to My Household

Below, you will find the adult primary caregiver’s guide on how to manage their household through the “My Household” page, in the MyGS Member Account Portal. You can also find a PDF of this information here.  My Household Members: All of your household members display on this page. From here, there are many tasks you can […]

MyGS Troubleshooting

Why isn’t my username working? Your username is typically your email address. If you have more than one email address, try each. You can also use the “Forgot Password?” link to send a reset email to your email address. If you’re still having trouble, contact our Customer Care team. How do I reset my password? 1. From […]

How to Create a MyGS account

These instructions (PDF) are for new adult members who do not already have a MyGS account. You will need a MyGS account to purchase and renew Girl Scout memberships for girls and adults in your household. If you already have a MyGS account and are having trouble logging in, please reference the logging in to MyGS instructions or reach […]

Posting on Social Media

We support girls and families posting on social media platforms who have adhered to the platform’s specific Terms & Conditions.  Girl Scouts sell online only through M2 and Digital Cookie, sites that are designed with Girl Scout safety in mind. Girl Scouts cannot market their business with any other online “for sale” websites, such as eBay, Craigslist, […]

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