Discoveree: Our Annual Adult Learning Event Discoveree is our council’s largest annual adult learning event, held the Saturday after Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Led by volunteers who share their skills, talents, and expertise, this event is designed for Girl Scout adult volunteers. At Discoveree, participants can choose up to four workshops from a wide […]
The New Leader Guide is your go-to resource for getting started as a troop leader. It covers everything from planning your first meeting to understanding badges, safety guidelines, and how to support your girls’ growth. Whether you’re brand new or just need a refresher, this guide will help you lead with confidence and make your […]
If you are a troop leader or hold another volunteer role that requires you to verify training for other volunteers, there are two routes to do so. Ask the volunteers to follow the steps below to download their certificate of completion (option 1) or training report as a PDF (option 2). They can then email […]
Note: we are currently registering troops for the Experience Box program for the 2026-27 membership year. Boxes will begin shipping to qualified troops in August 2026. This Help Center article is an FAQ for the Girl Scout Experience Box program. For complete program details, including box contents, visit the Girl Scout Experience Box page on […]
Per IRS requirements for maintaining non-profit status, all active Girl Scouts of Northern California troops are required to complete a report each year detailing income and expenditure. Troop leaders and troop treasurers will complete the Annual Troop Finance Report using the Troop Finance Report for 2026 form. The reporting period is from June 1st to May […]
My first year as a troop leader, I got very lucky. I had 18 girls in my troop and 16 of their moms offered to volunteer and help! While I seemed to have more than enough people to help, many of my fellow troop leaders struggled. I wondered, what I had done that they hadn’t? Did I […]
Managing a troop is no small task, but having a team of parent helpers can make a big difference. From snack coordinator to trip driver to troop treasurer, there are many ways parents can take an active role in your troop, and it’s important to make sure they know their help is appreciated! Whether you […]
Busy family schedules, work responsibilities, cleaning, cooking, driving—there’s always something that needs to be done. It’s no wonder every family needs a system to keep the moving pieces in our lives in order! As a troop leader, one of my greatest desires is that girls are able to attend every meeting and as many fun […]
Your girls dream big and want to change the world! Goal setting is one of their most powerful tools to succeed. Whether they’re planning a Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award Project, organizing a community service trip, or hoping to get into their perfect college, your girls can achieve their dreams with these tips on setting specific, achievable Girl Scout […]
Binary code, malware, viruses, cyberattacks, and networks… your girls can learn about all these things and more with the new Girl Scout Cybersecurity badges! In August of 2018, GSUSA released K–5 Cybersecurity badges developed in partnership with Palo Alto Networks. These badges have been thoroughly tested to make sure that they are both engaging and educational […]
As much as we may love being a Girl Scout leader, sometimes it can seem a little overwhelming. These tips on intentional and strategic scheduling can help you avoid getting overextended. Plan the Whole Year Try to plan out the entire year, to the best of your ability. It may seem like a daunting task, […]
Accessing gsLearn gsLearn is accessed through your single sign-on account in MyGS. This means you can only access gsLearn through your MyGS account on a web browser, no matter the device. Follow the instructions below to access gsLearn. Once you are in gsLearn, you’ll find your options are in the green bar at the top of […]
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