Take the Lead Berks County
honoring
Desha Dickson
Virginia Dodge, CMM
Virginia T. Rush
Adelle L. Schade, MS, M.Ed.
Let’s take on tomorrow
Dear Friends of Girl Scouting,
There are so many things to celebrate this year, as we come together to mark the 28th anniversary of Take the Lead. Among them is the fact that, after the “down” years of COVID, Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania (GSEP) membership was up 12% last year, and we are on pace to grow between 12% and 15% this coming year!
Girl Scouts provides a supportive and inclusive environment for girls to develop their leadership skills, build self-confidence, and explore their interests and passions...something that is more important now than ever before. Through an ever-wider variety of experiences and activities, GSEP girls are learning important life skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and communication. And they are developing a genuine sense of connection and community.
Speaking of which, the four amazing women being honored this year are shining examples of courage, confidence, and character in their own right. Each honoree is committed to bettering the Berks County community in diverse ways. It is a true privilege to acknowledge and celebrate them.
We hope this evening’s event will give you an inside glimpse of the ways in which girls spring to life with excitement and optimism when they immerse themselves in Girl Scout activities, projects, and events. As our theme suggests, at the end of the day, Girl Scouts is all about leadership and empowerment: girls knowing right from wrong, trusting their internal compasses, and using their instincts and energies to advocate for themselves and others and better their worlds. We empower girls to do exactly that—and it is arguably the most important thing we can do for this country’s future.
Please accept our thanks for your generosity tonight. You are helping us cultivate a generation of young women who, when confronted with life’s challenges and injustices of any kind, big or small, will know how to step in, not step aside. Girl Scouts take action which builds their self-esteem and contributes to defining their purpose, and simultaneously makes the world a better place.
Yours in Girl Scouting,
Kim E. Fraites-Dow Chief Executive Officer Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania Deborah Hassan Retired Partner Deloitte & Touche, LLP Chair, Board of Directors Girl Scouts of Eastern PennsylvaniaDear Friends,
The only thing that could give us more pleasure than serving as co-chairs of this year’s Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania (GSEP) Take the Lead event is the opportunity to salute the four remarkable women who are tonight’s honorees.
We cannot think of better examples of commitment to values and service to the community than Desha Dickson, Virginia Dodge, Virginia Rush, and Adelle Schade. Four exceptional high school aged Girl Scouts had the opportunity to get to know and learn from these women. They saw how the honorees utilize their talents, inspiration, and achievement to mentor others and have a sustainable positive impact on the community.
The term “role model” is perhaps overused. But one cannot overstate the importance of providing girls with real-life examples of what is possible when you successfully navigate life’s challenges to create lives of accomplishment and giving back to others.
You know, outdoor adventures and camping trips—timeless elements of Girl Scouts—are fantastic, fun, and crucial. When you support GSEP, you are also underwriting a full range of educational and developmental programs, including leadership training, community service opportunities, and hands-on skill building in areas such as science and technology, the arts, and entrepreneurship.
Thank you for spending time with us this evening, and for your generosity to young women for whom Girl Scouts is a place of friendship, learning, bright futures, and shining possibilities.
We offer enormous, heartfelt thanks to all our supporters past, present, and future who are making possible our mission of building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.
Sincerely,
Susan Fromm Community Advocate Co-Chair, 2023 Take the Lead Co-Chair, 2023 Take the LeadCO-CHAIRS
Susan Fromm Community Advocate
VICE CHAIRS
Deborah Hassan Deloitte & Touche, LLP, Retired Partner; Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, Chair, Board of Directors
Kim E. Fraites-Dow Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, Chief Executive Officer, ex-officio
Margaret Atwell, MD Retired, Tower Health Reading Hospital
Carey Babczak Truist
Heather Boyer Reading Recreation Commission
Andrea Dragonette Forbright Bank
Michael A. Duff Penske Transportation Solutions
Pat Giles
The Wyomissing Foundation
Crystal Gilmore-Harris Reading School District
Mary Lou Kline Security First, Inc.
Andi Funk Enersys
Mary Ann Moffitt First National Bank
Colleen Mordan Boscov’s
Alison Snyder
East Penn Manufacturing
Joanna Sockel Customers Bank
Laurie Waxler Jewish Federation of Reading
Ruthann Woll RKL LLP
2023 Awards Selection Committee
CHAIR
Carolyn M. Bazik Co-County Wellness Services
VICE CHAIRS
Carey Babczak
Truist
Michelle Dech
LGBT Center for Greater Reading
Susan Denaro
Georgeadis Setley
Vicki Ebner
East Penn Manufacturing
Kristin Boyd Edwards CEL Marketing PR Communications
Jacquelyn Fetrow Albright College
Susan Fromm Community Advocate
Pat Giles
The Wyomissing Foundation
Mary Kargbo
Berks Community Health Center
Susan Looney Reading Area Community College
Sharon Mast Sparks Solutions & Support, Training and Facilitation
Debra L. Powell, MD Tower Health—Reading Hospital
Vinti Shah, DO Tower Health
Board Member
Past Honoree
2023 Take the Lead Event Program
Girl Scout Welcome
Girl Scout Flag Ceremony, Pledge of Allegiance, and Girl Scout Promise and Law
Girl Scout Color Guard
CEO Thank You
Kim E. Fraites-Dow | Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania
Event Committee Co-Chair Remarks
Susan Fromm | Community Advocate
Andi Funk | Enersys
Award Presentations
“Boom Chicka Boom”
Girl Scout Chorus
Campership Presentation & Paddle Raise
Michael A. Duff | Penske Transportation Solutions
Award Presentations
Closing Remarks
Olubunmi K. Ojikutu, MD | Tower Health
Gold Award Girl Scout & Girl Scout Alum
Girl Scout Closing Song
“Make New Friends”
Girl Scout Chorus
UGI Energy Services
is proud to sponsor the Girl Scouts of Eastern PA’s annual Take the Lead event!
We congratulate the 2023 Take the Lead Honorees!
2023 TAKE THE LEAD Awards Presentation
GIRL SCOUT EMCEES
Josephine L. Troop 7048
Maria P. Troop 1331
TAKE THE LEAD HONOREES & GIRL SCOUT PRESENTERS
Desha Dickson
Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Community Wellness, Tower Health
PRESENTED BY:
K’yshaya W. Troop 12034
Virginia Dodge, CMM
President and Owner, VA Productions, Inc.
PRESENTED BY:
Grace B. Service Unit 537
Virginia T. Rush
Vice President, The Wyomissing Foundation
PRESENTED BY:
Allison A. Troop 71032
Adelle L. Schade, MS, M.Ed.
Dean of Pre-College & Summer Programs, Albright College
Founder, Total Experience Learning®
PRESENTED BY:
Bronwyn T. Troop 1677
CAMPERSHIP LEAD
Samantha R. Troop 163
HONORING Desha Dickson!
Desha Dickson Vice President, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Community Wellness, Tower HealthDesha Dickson serves as a leader in the development, implementation, and integration of best practices and resources to increase diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural proficiency throughout Tower Health. She also develops and implements initiatives with partner organizations to improve the health of communities served by Tower Health through health education and community engagement.
Thank you, Desha, for all you do to truly make our community a healthier place to live, work, and play.
Desha exemplifies the true spirit of the Girl Scouts Take the Lead honorees as a strong leader, a mentor, and, perhaps most important, an advocate for our patients and the communities we serve.
Desha Dickson
Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Community Wellness
Tower Health
Desha Dickson joined Reading Hospital in 2011 and currently serves as the Vice President for DEI and Community Wellness at Tower Health. She oversees development, implementation and management of community benefit and health improvement programs. Desha has created programs that provide local students with educational opportunities in healthcare. She developed an internship program at Reading Hospital that enables local high school students to gain work experience in a variety of departments within the healthcare setting, while advancing their professional skills through monthly seminars covering topics such as interview skills and financial planning.
She is responsible for leading the Community Health Needs Assessment for the hospitals within the Tower Health system. She aligns internal and external stakeholders to address pressing community health needs. She has led the Hospital in adding innovative programming to address the social needs of patients, such as the Medical Legal Partnership program, Community Connection Program and Street Medicine.
Desha serves as the organizational leader within the system to drive the development, implementation, and integration of best practices and resources to increase DEI and cultural proficiency within Tower Health. She co-chairs both the Reading and Tower Health DEI councils.
She has twenty years of combined experience working with healthcare and community based nonprofit organizations. Desha believes strongly in the value of strategic, community-centered partnerships to address population and community health. She holds a Master's degree in Organizational Management from Eastern University.
CONGRATULATIONS
Desha Dickson •
Virginia Dodge
Virginia Rush • Adelle Schade
FOR TAKING THE LEAD!
Proud to Support The Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania
Virginia Dodge, CMM
President and Owner VA Productions, Inc.
Virginia Dodge is President and Owner of VA Productions, Inc. VA Productions provides Video Production, Audio / Visual, Streaming, and Meeting Planning Services for corporations and nonprofits locally and globally. Virginia founded the business in 1994 and has had a successful business for 28 years with long lasting relationships and partnerships she’s formed with her clients.
When she started the company, it was all video production until expanding into Audio / Visual and Meeting Planning when her husband Craig, with a background in technical theatre and Audio / Visual, joined the company in 1995.
Virginia is involved in her community of Berks County and sits on various nonprofit committees and is on the board of the Reading Musical Foundation. Last year she was named Berks County’s ATHENA for her mentorship of young women, commitment to the community, and business excellence.
Virginia grew up in Chester County and attended Owen J. Roberts High School. She was Drum Major of her marching band, played the trumpet and was one of two young women chosen to attend the National Girl Scout Convention in Houston, Texas, when she was a Junior. This Lifetime Girl Scout received her undergraduate degree in Communications at West Chester University. She has two brothers, Joe, and Warren, and one sister, Peggy.
Special congratulations to Virginia Rush
Vice President of The Wyomissing Foundation, for being recognized as a 2023 Take the Lead Honoree!
She shares the spotlight with a powerful group of other women being honored this year:
Desha Dickson
Virginia Dodge
Adelle Schade
Thank you all for your exemplary leadership!
The Board and Staff of The Wyomissing Foundation
2023 Take the Lead Honoree
Virginia T. Rush Vice President The Wyomissing FoundationVirginia Rush is a lifelong resident of Berks County. After 14 years as a banker, Virginia advanced her career to a Vice President in Private Banking. She spent the next 14 years as a full-time homemaker, community volunteer, and property manager for two rental properties.
Upon the decision to re-enter the workforce in 2013, she was hired as the Executive Director at the Colonial Oaks Foundation through 2015. For the past 7 years, she has worked part-time as Vice President with The Wyomissing Foundation.
The mission of The Wyomissing Foundation is to improve the quality of life in Berks County with the intentional focus of serving as a catalyst for community and economic development through a grassroots taskforce model, and by providing grants to local nonprofit organizations.
Virginia is passionate about her work in the community through The Wyomissing Foundation, along with serving on the RACC Foundation Board, Ready.Set.READ! Board, United Way of Berks County Community Impact Cabinet, Alvernia Cultural Coalition committee, the Harwood Institute Public Innovators Lab, and as a volunteer with local nonprofit organizations over many years.
Virginia and her husband Jeff have been married for 35 years, and she is honored to be the mother of Libby (29) and Neil (26). She is a proud sister to her 9 siblings (6 brothers and 3 sisters).
Virginia enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her 2-yearold puppy, Gus. She treasures being healthy, welcomes meeting new people, and desires to make more time to play golf this year.
CONGRATULATIONS 2023 HONOREES
Congratulations to the 2023 Take the Lead honorees. We are grateful for your commitment and leadership to the girls.
Adelle L. Schade, MS, M.Ed.
Dean of Pre-College & Summer Programs, Albright College
Founder, Total Learning Experience®
Adelle Schade is the Dean of Pre-College and Summer Programming, at Albright College, Reading, PA. Prior to Albright College, Adelle was a science teacher at Conrad Weiser High School, Robesonia, PA for 25 years.
Adelle is the Founder of Total Experience Learning® formally known as the Science Research Institute, formed in 2015, and the CEO of ConvergEd, LLC formed in 2018.
Adelle founded the trademarked learning and instructional methodology, Total Experience Learning®. Total Experience Learning® and the Science Research Institute was named a top 4 STEM program in the United States in 2019 by District Administrator Journal. In December 2022, the program received international recognition during a ceremony at the United Nations, New York as an Innovative Educational Model by the Materials Science subdivision of the United Nations.
Adelle earned a Bachelor of Science from West Chester University. In 2006, she earned a Master of Education degree from Kutztown University in Biology Education. In 2015, she earned a Master of Science degree in Clinical Microbiology from the Jefferson Graduate School of Biomedical Science, Philadelphia, PA.
Currently, Adelle is a PhD candidate in Cell and Molecular Biology at St. Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, PA. Additionally, she holds an appointment as an Adjunct Instructor of Pediatrics in the Penn State College of Medicine.
2023 TAKE THE LEAD Girl Scout Presenters
K’yshaya W.
Presenter for Desha Dickson
Troop 12034
Reading High School
11th Grade
This is K’yshaya’s first Take the Lead and she is loving the experience and spending time with Ms. Dickson. K’yshaya is an 11th grade student at Reading High School where she works with Project Peace and is a student ambassador. She is a member of Troop 12034 and is proud to be working on her Gold Award. After high school, K’yshaya would like to become an ultrasound technician.
Grace B.
Presenter for Virginia Dodge, CMM
Service Unit 537
Individually Registered Member
Mount Saint Joseph Academy
9th Grade
Grace is a 9th grade student at Mount Saint Joseph Academy where she is involved with her school newspaper, Glee Club, Mental Health Club, and musical theatre. She is a member of Service Unit 537 as an Individually Registered Member and loves to be an active participant in community service with Girl Scouts. She has earned her Bronze and Silver awards. After high school, Grace would like to go to college and major in Musical Theatre with a minor in Journalism, as well as continue to explore through study abroad programs.
Allison A.
Presenter for Virginia T. Rush
Troop 71032
Spring-Ford 9th Grade Center
9th Grade
Allison is a 9th grade student at the SpringFord 9th Grade Center, where she is in two of her school’s choirs, in the school musical, and a member of the National Honor Society. She is a member of Troop 71032 and loves the wonderful Girl Scout Community. Allison was an intern at Camp Valley Forge, has earned her Silver Award, and cannot wait to start her Gold Award! Outside of school and Girl Scouts Allison is an athlete, playing recreational volleyball and basketball. After high school, Allison plans to go into education, teaching either elementary or middle school math and science.
Bronwyn T.
Presenter for Adelle L. Schade, MS, M.Ed.
Troop 1677
Schuylkill Valley High School
11th Grade
Bronwyn is an 11th grade student at Schuylkill Valley High School where she plays soccer and is on the Mock Trial team. She has previously participated in Take the Lead in both the Chorus and as a member of the Color Guard. She is a member of Troop 1677 where she enjoys meeting many different Girl Scouts and making friends through camping. Outside of school and Girl Scouts Bronwyn participates in taekwondo and works at the Reading Science Center. After high school, Bronwyn would like to go to college to pursue a degree in Microbiology and achieve her goal of becoming an astronaut.
2023 TAKE THE LEAD Girl Scout Emcees
Josephine L. Emcee
Troop 7048
Harrington High School
11th Grade
Josie is no stranger to Take the Lead. She had the honor of being a presenter for Mrs. Michelle Dech in 2022 and is proud to be back this year as an Emcee. Josie is an 11th grade student at Harrington High School where she helps manage the Latin Club and is a competitive cheerleader. Josie is a member of Troop 7048 where she participates in many troop activities. After high school, Josie would like to major in Physics.
Maria P. Emcee
Troop 1331
Berks Catholic High School
9th Grade
Maria is a 9th grade student at Berks Catholic High School where she participates in Honors Choir. She is a member of Troop 1331 where she is proud of helping the community around her through various service projects. She loves making friends and connecting with them through her troop and at camp activities. Maria participated in Take the Lead previously as a Raffle Rover. Outside of school she plays volleyball for a club team and volunteers whenever she gets the opportunity. After high school, Maria plans to go to college and achieve a degree in Criminology and Forensics Science.
Girl Scout Campership & Chorus Leads
Samantha R. Campership Lead
Troop 163
Twin Valley Middle School
8th Grade
Samantha is an 8th grade student at Twin Valley Middle School where she is involved in musical and select choir. As a member of Troop 163, Samantha earned her Bronze Award, an achievement she is particularly proud of due to complications brought about by the pandemic. Samantha is well versed in Take the Lead as she has participated as a Raffle Rover, a member of the Color Guard, as well as in the Chorus. After high school, Samantha would like to start a bakery business with her friends and later in life become a Girl Scout Troop Leader.
Arya C. Chorus Lead
Troop 73448
Murray Avenue Middle School
8th Grade
Arya is an 8th grade student at Murray Avenue Middle School, where she enjoys playing field hockey, is a student ambassador, and a member of the school Choir and LionVoice, the school's select competitive a cappella group. Arya enjoys volunteering in her community in her spare time. She completed her Gold Presidential Volunteer Award after fulfilling over 100 hours of community service. Arya loves utilizing her social skills and has helped co-lead a Journey for a Brownie Girl Scout troop. As a member of Troop 73448, Arya has earned her Bronze Award and is currently working on submitting her Silver Award. She is very proud of earning her Summit Award at each level during her seven years in Girl Scouts, as well as earning Cookie Boss status for the first time in last year’s cookie season! After graduating from high school, Arya plans to attend college and earn a Ph.D. in Finance.
2023 TAKE THE LEAD Girl Co-Chairs
Srsti N. Girl Co-ChairTroop 41950
Downingtown West High School
11th Grade
Srsti is a Junior at Downingtown West High School where she is involved in Student Council and Mental Health Awareness. She is also a DEI Representative to the school district. Srsti has been involved in Take the Lead for several years and she is proud to be in the Co-Chair role this year. Srsti is most proud of her Girl Scout Volunteer in Training pin. Achievement of her VIT has enabled her to be a co-leader for her little sister’s troop. Srsti is still weighing her options after graduating high school and is strongly considering the field of Psychology.
Katherine R. Girl Co-ChairTroop 1400
Twin Valley High School
12th Grade
Katie is a veteran to Take the Lead. In her ten years at TTL events she has been a Host, in the Chorus, Campership Lead, Presenter, Emcee, and now Girl Co-Chair! She is a 12th grade student at Twin Valley High School where she is in National Honors Society, Select Choir, High School Hero’s, Theater Arts Club, Art Club, and History Club. As a member of Troop 1400 Katie enjoys being a positive influence for younger Girl Scouts through various volunteer opportunities and working at summer camp. After high school, Katie plans to attend a school for Biomedical Engineering, as she starts her journey into a career in the same field.
2023 TAKE THE LEAD
Girl Coordinator
Dasani A. Girl Coordinator
Troop 12034
Reading High School
12th Grade
Dasani is a Senior at Reading High School where she is the Vice President of Project Peace, the President of Knights for Social Justice, and is a member of Key Club, Student Council, Mock Trial, Knight News, and Youth Ambassadors. One of Dasani’s favorite Girl Scout memories is being featured as an “18 Under 18” in GSEP’s Spark Magazine, which showcases young role models. Dasani is a familiar face at Take the Lead. Her past roles include Greeter, Chorus member, Presenter, Emcee and Girl Co-Chair. After high school, Dasani plans to attend college and major in Political Science.
2023 TAKE THE LEAD Girl Participants
CHORUS GREETERS & USHERS
Kiymoni A.
Amy A.
Natasha A.
Destiny B.
Meicha B.
Melissa B.
Daliana C.
Ellyssa E.
Yasmine F.
Zhane G.
Danna H.
Harmony J.
Leea J.
Lisbeth J.
Mardoche J.
Kyleigh K.
Jaysalynn M.
Keisha P.
Sionni R.
Yomaris R.
Astou S.
Quiarra S.
Isabella T.
Delaysia T.
Kyasia W.
Jayanna W.
COLOR GUARD
Celines A.
Salina D.
Nia K.
Allyssa O.
Kenya P.
Christina R.
Amaya B.
Liberty B.
Serenity D.
Nora H.
Ema H.
Monet L.
Olivia R.
Aracelys R.
Arianalys R.
Liliana S.
Paige S.
Annalise S.
NETWORKING & PUBLIC RELATIONS
Meicha B.
Ennybel M.
Ianthe M.
Grace O.
Rynez O.
Aneliese R.
Mackenzie R.
Erica R.
Shelby S.
THANK YOU
We proudly support the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania and congratulate the 2023 Berks County Take the Lead honorees. Thank you for empowering girls today so they can grow up to be strong, independent women who will lead tomorrow.
Congratulations to the 2023 amazing Take the Lead honorees!
And thank you to Girl Scouts of Eastern PA for shaping our future leaders!
With immense gratitude (for the above and also for the cookies),
Andi, Bailey, Maddie & Julian Funk
Thank you to the 2023 Take the Lead Honorees, who are all AMAZING women and role models!
Pat GilesCongratulations to Desha Dickson, Virginia Dodge, Virginia Rush, and Adelle Schade
Sue and Craig Perrotty
Heartfelt congratulations to “Take the Lead” presenter, Allison.
Sincere thanks to Desha, Virginia, and Adelle for passionately and consistently contributing their talent and leadership in our community.
Virginia (Din) and Jeff Rush
GAIN PROGRESS GAIN GROUND
For over 50 years, Penske has kept fleets, supply chains and businesses moving forward. This commitment extends to helping the communities where we live and work get ahead — and stay there.
We’re proud to support the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania and congratulate the 2023 Berks County Take the Lead honorees.
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Thank You to Our 2023
Take the Lead Sponsors
BROWNIE
Albright College
Boscov's Dreamwear, Inc.
Diane & Michael A. Duff
Susan & Michael Fromm
Fulton Bank
Joanne M. Judge
DAISY
Anne & Thomas Moll
Penske Transportation Solutions
Sue & Craig Perrotty
RKL LLP
Virginia & Jeff Rush
Tompkins Community Bank
Alvernia University
ASR Media Productions
Margaret S. Atwell, MD
Berks Community Health Center
Caron Treatment Centers
Entech Engineering
First National Bank of Pennsylvania
Freedom Mortgage Corporation
Anita & Robert Chaney
Co-County Wellness Services
Connors Investor Services, Inc.
Ethosource LLC
Fleetwood Bank
Gage Staffing, Search & Consulting
Andi Funk
Patricia Giles
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Kozloff Stoudt Attorneys
The Kraras Family— White Star Tours
Kreitz|Gallen Schutt
Daniel Langdon
M&T Bank
BENEFACTOR
Greater Reading Chamber Alliance
Ellen & Dan Huyett
Tricia Ludgate, CFP
Masano Bradley LLP
Laurie & Alan Peer
Riverfront Federal Credit Union
(List complete as of April 4, 2023)
Penn State Health—St.
Joseph’s Medical Center
Reading Area
Community College
Reading Truck
ROG Orthodontics
Securing First, Inc.
Sweet Street
Truist
UGI Utilities, Inc.
VA Productions, Inc.
Schlouch Incorporated
Singer Equipment Company
Spark Solutions & Support, Training & Facilitation
Laurie Waxler
Yocum Institute for Arts Education
Congratulations 2023 Take The Lead Honorees!
Security First, a leader in residential and commercial property protection, is proud to support tonight’s Girl Scout presenters and the leadership abilities they display!
We salute the efforts of all who inspire the success of the Girl Scouts of Eastern PA!
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We salute the efforts of all who inspire the success of the Girl Scouts of Eastern PA!
Caron Treatment Centers would like to congratulate the Take the Lead 2023 Honorees:
Virginia Rush Desha Dickson Virginia Dodge Adelle SchadeWe are proud to support the Girls Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania’s Annual Take the Lead Event.
We define what real addiction treatment is. We are Caron. Real about recovery.
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We are proud to support the mission and extraordinary work of the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania.
Past Take the Lead Honorees
Frances “Franki” Aitken
Dr. Nancy Allmon
Ardis Arahood
Jan Armfield
Margaret S. Atwell, M.D.
Carey Babczak
Mary Lynch Barbera, Ph.D.
Paula K. Barrett
Paula M. Barron
Carolyn M. Bazik, MBA
Barbara H. Beringer
Mary Kay Bernosky
Dr. Diane T. Bonaccorsi
Kristin Boyd Edwards
Mary Ann Campbell
Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz
Heather Chandler, Esq.
Anita Chaney
Charlotte Cooper
The Rev. Dr. Barbara Kershner Daniel
Michelle M. Davis
Michelle Dech
Susan Denaro
Dr. Andrea Dillaway-Huber
Anita Durdan
Anabel Dwyer
Vicki Ebner
Marsha D. Egan
The Honorable Elizabeth Ehrlich
Carol A. Ennis
Dr. Lona Farr
Beulah “Boots” Fehr
Cathy Feiler
Jacquelyn S. Fetrow, Ph.D.
Susan Fromm
Andrea J. Funk
Susan Gibbs
Patricia Giles
Crystal Gilmore-Harris
Sandy Graffius
Joan H. Gruber
Virginia Hand
Susan Hale
Dr. Fredericka S. Moxon Heller
Angel Helm
Kathy Herbein
Carolyn R. Holleran
Ellen T. Horan
Ellen M. Huyett
M. Melissa Jamula
Grace Asberry Jones
Joanne M. Judge
Mary H. Kargbo
C. Eve J. Kimball, MD
Kathy Kleppinger
Julia Klein
Mary Lou Kline
Dr. Sadan Kulturel-Konak
Jacqueline Kunin
Patricia Lee Langiotti
Dr. Susan D. Looney
The Honorable Linda K. M. Ludgate
Karen Marsdale
Heidi Masano, Esq.
Melinda Mast
Sharon Mast
Dr. Linda Matthews
Elaine McDevitt
Dr. Aparna Mele
Martha Mewhort
Sally Miksiewicz
Regina Gouger Miller
Sheila Miller
Toni Miller
Tammy K. Mitgang
Dr. Alicia Montoya
Kimberly J. Murphy
Joni Naugle
Dr. Olubunmi Ojikutu
Yvonne Frey Oppenheimer
Dr. Natalie M. Parisi
Laurie Peer
Penske Women’s Network
P. Sue Perrotty
Debra Powell, MD, MS
Susan J. Probst
Dr. Jodi Radosh
Amy Reinsel
Michele Richards
Karen Rightmire
Linda K. Rinker
Marilu Rodriguez, ESQ.
Jeannie Savage
Jill M. Scheidt, Esq.
Tracy Schott, MS, MSW
Judith L. Schwank
Gail D. Seeley
Crystal Seitz
Dr. Vinti Shah
Ann Sheehan
Dr. Anne A. Skleder
Mary Ann Chelius Smith
Alison Snyder
Noreen M. Sobottka
Sandy Solmon
Louise Souders
Sandra L. Spayd
Dr. Susan Phillips Speece
Elaine A. Stanko, Esq.
Anne Stevens
Barbara M. Taliaferro
Karen S. Thacker
Ramona Turner Turpin
Laurie Waxler
Dr. Mary Fay Weaver
Sharon L. Weaver
Jill Weber
Lenette Wells
Tammy White
Nancy Xavios
Judith Yarnall
Dr. Raquel Yiengst
ROG Orthodontics
The doctors and team at ROG Orthodontics want to congratulate this year’s honorees of amazing women for their example and impact in promoting courage, confidence, and character in the future generations of young women.
2022-2023 Board of Directors and Girl Advisors
OFFICERS
Deborah Hassan
Chair
Retired Partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP
Susan Mucciarone First Vice Chair
Glenmede
Ann Donley Vice Chair
Jebran & Abraham, PC
Loraine Ballard Morrill Vice Chair
iHeartMedia
Anne Baum
Lehigh Valley Reilly
Children's Hospital
Marlene Beers
PPL
Harris Bock
The Dispute Resolution Institute
Terri Boyer
Villanova University
Fusun Bubernack
ET&T
Jennifer Dempsey Fox Consultant
Rick Perkins Treasurer
Retired, The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
Deb Walters Secretary
Retired, Librarian
Kim E. Fraites-Dow
CEO*
Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania
*ex-officio, non-voting
MEMBERS-AT-LARGE
Judy Freyer
Retired, The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church
Joann GonzalezGenerals
University of Pennsylvania
Allison Green Johnson Lincoln Financial Group
Ellen Iobst IOBST Supply Chain Consulting, LLC
Stephanie L. Kosta
Comcast
Maria Kraus
Wedgewood Pharmacy
Sophia Lee
Blank Rome
Nicole LeVine
PECO
Joanne McFall
Keystone First
Debbie O’Brien
Bank of America
Shelley Smith
Archer
Alison Snyder
East Penn Manufacturing Co.
GIRL ADVISORS TO THE BOARD
Energy to do more.
THIS IS WHERE LEADERSHIP STARTS.
UGI is proud to support the Girl Scouts Take the Lead program.
Strong community involvement. It's another example of how UGI is using our energy to do more.
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Girl Scout Camp Song Lyrics
“Boom Chicka Boom”
This is a repeat song!
VERSE 1:
Boom chicka boom
I said a boom chicka boom
I said a boom chicka rocka chick a rocka chicka boom
Ah huh!
Oh yeah!
One more time
Really Quiet Style!
VERSE 2:
Boom chicka boom
I said a boom chicka boom
I said a boom chicka rocka chick a rocka chicka boom
Ah huh!
Oh yeah!
One more time
Girl Scout Style!
VERSE 3:
Boom Chicka boom
I said a boom chicka boom
I said a boom chicka rocka chick a rocka chicka boom
Ah huh!
Oh yeah!
No More Times!
No More Styles!
Closing Song Lyrics
“Make New Friends”
Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver, the other’s gold.
A circle is round, it has no end. That’s how long, I want to be your friend.
A fire burns bright, it warms the heart. We’ve been friends, from the very start.
You have one hand, you have the other. Put them together, we have each other.
Save the date for the second annual Golf for Girl Scouts fundraiser. Your support provides Girl Scouts throughout Eastern Pennsylvania with the opportunity to enhance their leadership development skills, and learn how to become the leaders of the future.
October 17, 2023 | Union League Liberty Hill
800 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
To learn more and purchase sponsorships or individual tickets as they become available, go to gsep.org
Questions? Contact Cecily Macy at cmacy@gsep.org.
We salute this year’s honorees and Girl Scouts of Eastern PA for taking the lead in developing the courage, confidence and character of young women who will make the world a better place.
Dan & Kathy Langdon
congratulates this year’s Take the Lead Honorees
WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY and applauds our alumnae, Desha Dickson, Virginia Dodge, and Adelle Schade. You are forever Golden.
CEOs. Scientists. Athletes. Artists. Mothers. Leaders.
Two-thirds of the most successful women were Girl Scouts. It’s no coincidence that most our nation’s female leaders and business owners were once Girl Scouts.
Is this you? Email us at memberservices@gsep.org to be a part of our Alums!
To donate online, please scan the QR Code:
This is your Paddle Raise bidder number.
If you would like to support Girl Scouts going to camp this summer, please raise your program so GSEP staff can record your bidder number.