2023 Take the Lead Program - Berks County

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 Pennsylvania

Dear 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 Lead

Enersys

CO-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 Health

Desha 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 Foundation

Virginia 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.

Desha Dickson, Virginia Dodge, Virginia T. Rush, Adelle L. Schade

Albright College, led by 2021 recipient Jacquelyn S. Fetrow, Ph.D., salutes you as you Take the Lead in changing our community and world for the better!

Susan and Michael Fromm

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-Chair

Troop 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-Chair

Troop 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.

Michael and Diane Duff

Fulton Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Fulton Bank is not affiliated with Girl Scouts of Eastern PA.

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 Giles

Congratulations 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.

Proud to Support Girl Scouts of Eastern PATake the Lead Berks County

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From our team to yours, here’s to your teamwork and dedication and to having an unforgettable season with memories that will last a lifetime. Learn more at rklcpa.com

Thank You to Our 2023

Breidegam Family Foundation

Jerry and Carolyn Holleran

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!

support

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 Schade

We 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.

Caron.org

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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.

Dr. Natalie Parisi, 2016 Take the Lead Honoree

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

Olivia B. Plymouth Whitemarsh High School

Alex S. New Hope Solebury High School

Kaitlyn W. Unionville High School

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.

www.ugi.com

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.