Meetings

As Girl Scouts, we know the importance of supporting our local communities. When girls are empowered to connect with those around them they begin to realize that they can make a difference, and a community service project is a great way to get started. When it comes to at-home community service projects, you need nothing more than an […]

I’ve hosted seven years of back-to-troop parent meetings as a troop leader, each a little different as I learn from my growing experience. Having strong communication with parents and girls about meeting expectations, yearly planning, and volunteer commitments is crucial to a well-functioning troop, so here are the 4 things I cover with parents to […]

Planning a new exciting troop meeting every week takes a lot of work! Whether you’re having virtual troop meetings, or meeting in person, for the first time or the hundredth, there are always a few basic factors that need to be considered for an excellent Girl Scout troop meeting. These tried-and-true strategies will make all types […]

So—you’re ready to grow your troop and bring more girls into the fold. Maybe your troop is having such a fun Girl Scout Leadership Experience that you just HAVE to share the Girl Scout love! Maybe you started off small and are ready to expand now that you have your feet under you. Maybe you have found it difficult to spread the word […]

Fall is approaching and Girl Scouts are starting to head back to school, which means girls, parents, and volunteers alike are about to get a whole lot busier! But despite how hectic the new troop year can be, in today’s connected world, ideas and inspiration are at your (and your troop’s) fingertips! Whether you are a new troop leader or a […]

A good icebreaker game in a Girl Scout meeting can do wonders to help your girls build friendships and gain confidence. Even if you’re running your troop meetings virtually, online icebreakers allow your girls to digitally connect with each other in fun, sometime silly and sometimes meaningful, ways. Whether your girls are Daisies or teens, are meeting for the first time or are already BFFs, a well-placed, well-planned online icebreaker game can go a long way.  Pre-Game Plan: Tips for […]

One of the first decisions you will need to make when planning your parent meeting is how you will meet. Will you be meeting with parents in-person or would a virtual parent meeting be a better approach for your troop? You can check out the Parent/Caregiver Meeting Agenda for more information. Meeting With Parents In-Person

As you begin planning your first troop meetings, review our First Meeting Tips. Use the typical Troop Meeting Structure to help your troop establish a routine and keep your meetings running smoothly. First Meeting Tips Troop Meeting Structure

One of the first decisions you will need to make when planning your parent meeting is how you will meet. Will you be meeting with parents in-person or would a virtual parent meeting be a better approach for your troop? You can check out the Parent/Caregiver Meeting Agenda for more information. Virtual Troop Parent Meeting

Zoom Trainings Learn how to lead and manage virtual Girl Scout Meetings Using Zoom by watching GSUSA’s Zoom For Girl Scouts Training Videos. The video playlist offers short videos on these topics: Zoom Backgrounds Share some Girl Scout spirit in every Zoom Meeting using the Virtual Background feature. To download the Zoom Backgrounds below, simply right-click the desired […]

Cadette Girl Scouts have strong leadership abilities and are able to manage many responsibilities for the planning and execution of troop meetings but still require some adult guidance for topics like travel and planning programming for younger Girl Scouts. Here are some resources to get you started on a youth-led path for Cadette Girl Scouts: […]

Senior Girl Scouts have strong leadership abilities and are able to manage many responsibilities for the planning and program of troop meetings including Cookie business entrepreneurship and travel planning with some adult guidance.   Here are some resources to get you started on a youth-led path for Senior Girl Scouts: Youth-led Progression Senior First Six […]