Girl Scouts are taught to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong. Importantly, they’re taught to make the world a better place and be a sister to every Girl Scout. When the world is filled with racial injustices that sparks protest, grief, and unrest, it is imperative to engage … Continue reading Talking to Girls About Racism
Our beloved Daisy and Brownie Girl Scouts bring so much joy into our lives – they’re incredibly curious, outspoken, creative, and silly – and they bring an entirely new and refreshing perspective to the table! While their endless amount of energy is the perfect pairing for cookie booths and field days, with virtual meetings becoming … Continue reading Keeping Younger Troops Fantastically Focused
Even though your daily routine may have changed, Girl Scouts isn’t canceled! While we’ve been practicing social distancing and adjusting to change, we’ve managed to keep spirits high, stay busy, and continue to make the world a better place. Supporting Girl Scout experiences at home can be empowering for both you and your girl. By … Continue reading Girl Scouts Gone Virtual
April is the Month of the Military Child, where we come together to recognize military children for their sacrifice and bravery on the homefront. Military families know that although they might move a lot, they will always find fast and lasting friendships with Girl Scouts – and we’re so lucky to have them! We have … Continue reading Month of the Military Child – Girl Scout and Parent Q&A
With the whole family spending more time at home, it’s easy to get a little stir crazy. To ease the long days without school or organized sports, we’ve put together some activities that your Girl Scout (and her siblings!) can easily do at home. Beat the boredom and try out one of these ideas! Beef … Continue reading At-Home Activities to Keep Your Girl Engaged
During times of uncertainty, it is crucially important to look after your mental health to ensure you remain happy and healthy! This is especially true for our older Girl Scouts, who may be in the process of applying to colleges, studying for exams, or getting ready to leave their childhood homes. Taking the time to … Continue reading Stress-Relieving Activities for Girls
With every bite of your favorite Girl Scout Cookie, you are doing so much more than simply enjoying a special treat! In fact, more than half of female entrepreneurs and business owners are Girl Scout alums. When you make a Girl Scout Cookie purchase, you’re helping the next generation of young female entrepreneurs get an … Continue reading How the Girl Scout Cookie Program Builds Entrepreneurs
Tania Chavez, an outstanding volunteer from Oceano, got her start in Girl Scouts as a Brownie with her own mom as the troop leader. Her experiences with Girl Scouts stuck with her and when her own daughter entered kindergarten, she wanted her to discover the same kind of special friendships and sisterhood. Since then, most … Continue reading Meet Our Volunteers – Tania Chavez
When there is an overwhelming number of extracurricular activities you could enroll your girl in, you may wonder, “Why Girl Scouts?” Even as kindergarteners and first graders, girls can begin to develop important leadership characteristics that will continue to shape her growth. According to the Girl Scout Research Institute, Girl Scouts are more likely than … Continue reading Dynamic Daisies: 5 Benefits of Girl Scouting for Grades K-1
Beginning in 2012, Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. On December 3rd, Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast is establishing a day of giving in honor of this movement, and we encourage the community to get involved by supporting the … Continue reading Giving Tuesday Comes December 3rd!
