With the New Year fast approaching, what better way to kick off 2019 than giving your kindergartener or first grader the gift of Girl Scouts? For Daisies, everything is new and exciting – from planting a garden in their communities to putting on a skit with their troop – and the energy is contagious! The … Continue reading New Year, New Daises!
Girl Scout volunteers are the heart of our organization. Whether they’re Moms, Dads, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, etc., they take time out of their busy schedules to make Girl Scouts possible! Now is the time to say “Thank You’ for all that they do by nominating your favorite volunteer for an Adult Award recognition! Formal recognitions … Continue reading Adult Awards
Cookie season is fast approaching, and so is the Cookie Pro Contest for 2019! This year, Girl Scouts has partnered up with the DC Super Hero Girls™ to help cookie entrepreneurs across the country unleash the power of a G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-Taker, Leader) and make this the best season yet! The Girl Scout Cookie … Continue reading Cookie Pro Contest 2019
The Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) is a digital resource that supports troop leaders and co-leaders, making the process of running a troop easier and more efficient. Troop leaders can plan the troop’s calendar year, email parents with one click, record meeting attendance and more! Parents can also view what badges or Journeys their Girl Scout is … Continue reading VTK Tips for Troops
For over a century, Girl Scouts have proudly worn distinctive uniforms that symbolize the high ideals for which the organization stands. Today, girls can look and feel their best while representing Girl Scouts with uniform options that are in step with current trends and active lifestyles. Girl Scouts at each level wear one required element … Continue reading Guide to Girl Scout Uniforms
It’s no secret that this up-and-coming generation of girls is empowered and independent, embodying the true spirit of a G.I.R.L. (Go-Getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader). They envision a future family structure where they are fully engaged in financial decision making and planning, and a great majority feel that gender is no barrier to what they can … Continue reading Economic Empowerment
As we advance into the 21st century, it’s no secret that careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) are here to stay. So why does popular culture continue to preach superficiality rather than ambition, self-confidence, and education for young women? While of course not every girl will pursue a future in STEM, it is … Continue reading Engaging Girls in S.T.E.M.
GSCCC offices will be closed on Monday, November 12 in observance of Veteran's Day. We will be back in the office on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. If you need assistance with an emergency matter during this time, please call the council’s answering service at : 800-340-7179. For general information contact info@girlscoutsccc.org and receive a reply the next … Continue reading GSCCC Offices Closed for Veteran’s Day
Dear GSCCC Community, Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast is grieving a community tragedy that happened last night, on November 7, in Thousand Oaks, CA involving a mass shooting at Borderline Bar and Grill, claiming 12 lives. During this tragedy, our hearts go out to all of the victims impacted by this heart wrenching tragedy. … Continue reading Girl Scouts Rally Around Ventura County Tragedy
An all-new Girl Scout PSA is out now! "All Girl Scout," which shows how Girl Scouts is the single best place for girls to take action, lead the way, explore the unknown, and change the world. Anchored by the powerful voices of girls, the PSA conveys how today's busy girls are searching for authenticity and … Continue reading New Girl Scout PSA Inspires Girls to Discover and Harness Their Authentic Selves Beyond Social Media
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