Take the Lead – Berks by Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

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The Breidegam Family Foundation Congratulations Take the Lead 2021 Honorees! Thank you for being outstanding role models for each and every girl in the Berks County region. Your courage, confidence and character have made our community a better place. EPM_GirlScouts 4.5x3.5.pdf

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We would like to start 2021 with a message of gratitude to you, our committed supporters. Over the past year, the pandemic has changed a lot in a relatively short time and we are grateful for your continued support and for helping us celebrate our 26th annual - and first virtual - Take the Lead Berks! This past year, we shifted quickly to remain engaged with the girls, their families, and our volunteers by creating innovative virtual programs and events including Girl Scouts@Home, Camp@Home, and most recently, our virtual Cookie Program! We are thrilled to recognize the leadership of our outstanding 2021 Take the Lead honorees: Kristin Boyd Edwards, Susan Denaro, Jacquelyn Fetrow, and Debra Powell, who represent women’s leadership and provide the example that will encourage our girls to continue to effect change in themselves, in our communities, and our world. Take the Lead is our largest fundraising event and more important this year than ever before. By participating in this virtual event, you share our commitment to raise critical funds for Girl Scouting in Eastern Pennsylvania. Our goal is to provide all girls in our region, regardless of barriers, real or perceived, with the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE) and to be able to share opportunities to learn and thrive in a girl-led, all-girl environment where girls feel empowered to explore their full potential and discover a strong sense of self. As in previous years, our Girl Scouts are excited to participate in the festivities and serve as event hosts, presenters of awards to our fantastic honorees, chorus singers, and event curators. Take the Lead would not be possible without their months of hard work and preparation. Girls who participate in Take the Lead gain valuable skills in leadership, project and time management, networking, and presentation skills. Take the Lead participants have the confidence to see themselves at colleges and in professions that encourage their growth while making the world a better place. Thank you again for your support,

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Kim E. Fraites-Dow Chief Executive Officer Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

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Dear Friends, Welcome to Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania’s Take the Lead 2021. This year, it is our privilege to honor four strong women: Kristin Boyd Edwards, Susan Denaro, Jacquelyn Fetrow, and Debra Powell. Through her leadership and achievement, each woman demonstrates what it means to be a Girl Scout and we thank you for joining us in celebrating their courage, confidence, and character. We are proud to be Take the Lead co-chairs and strongly believe in the value the Girl Scouts provide to our community, our country, and around the world. This past year has been filled with challenges. Thanks to the dedication of Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, our girls were able to stay connected during this unprecedented year. Girls participated in virtual troop meetings, earned badges online, attended Camp@Home, and flexed their entrepreneurial skills, setting up virtual cookie booths for the first time ever! Even though our Girl Scouts have been dealing with the pandemic and all its challenges, they have continued to find ways to give back to their communities. Girls have made masks for frontline healthcare workers, written letters to isolated elderly people in retirement facilities, and organized food and supply drives for the increased number of families with economic challenges. Your support of Girl Scouts through Take the Lead creates opportunities for girls to learn and grow while gaining experience as empathetic leaders along the way. Thank you for your support and for attending our first ever virtual Take the Lead Berks County event. Your involvement and commitment to our mission underlines the enduring impact Girl Scouts has in building the next generation of women leaders who are changing the world for the better. Sincerely,

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TAKE THE LEAD BERKS COUNTY 2021 COMMITTEE MEMBERS

CO-CHAIRS Karen Marsdale Greater Reading Chamber Alliance, Ret.

Michele L. Richards Fulton Bank

VICE CHAIRS

Kristi Gage

Deborah Hassan

Deloitte, Ret.

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Chair, Board of Directors Kim E. Fraites-Dow Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania Chief Executive Officer Carey Babczak BB&T

Pat Giles Community Volunteer Crystal Gilmore Harris Reading School District

Mary Lou Kline Security First, Inc.

Jerry Marcus

Paula Barrett RKL LLP

Community Volunteer Mary Ann Moffitt First National Bank

Linda Bloom Tower Health

Natalie Parisi ROG Orthodontics

Jodi Corbett Reading Area Community College

Jennie Rodriguez Preist Stevens & Lee

Mike Duff Penske Truck Leasing

Trish Shermott

Loni Francis

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2021 AWARDS SELECTION COMMITTEE CHAIR Paula Barrett RKL LLP VICE CHAIRS C arolyn Bazik Co-County Wellness Anita Chaney Member of the Lucky 13, International Troop 60 S usan Fromm Community Advocate

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CEO THANK YOU Kim E. Fraites-Dow Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania GIRL SCOUT PROMISE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Girl Scout Color Guard "STAND TALL" – JULIE AND THE PHANTOMS Girl Scout Chorus GIRL SCOUT VIDEO THANK YOU FROM THE CO-CHAIRS Karen Marsdale Michele L. Richards AWARD PRESENTATIONS & CAMPERSHIP AUCTION CLOSING

Deborah Hassan Chair, Board of Directors Retired Partner, Deloitte & Touche, LLP "MAKE NEW FRIENDS" Girl Scout Chorus

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GIRL SCOUT EMCEES Lauren L. Troop 1400 Dasani A. Troop 12034 TAKE THE LEAD HONOREES AND GIRL SCOUT PRESENTERS Kristin Boyd Edwards Director of Communications Reading School District Presented by

Kyasia W. Troop 12034 Susan Denaro Attorney Georgeadis Setley Presented by

Shiare T. Troop 12034 Jacquelyn S. Fetrow, Ph.D. President & Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Albright College Presented by

Marissa B. Troop 1400 Debra Powell, MD, MS Chief, Division of Infectious Diseases & Medical Director of Infection Prevention Tower Health Reading Hospital Presented by

Katherine R. Troop 1400 CAMPERSHIP LEAD Olivia D. Troop 1797 11

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The Family of Kristin Boyd Edwards Congratulations Kristin Boyd Edwards, Take the Lead Honoree. Continue to SMILE and let your light SPARKLE and SHINE! The family of Kristin is proud to support the Girl Scouts.

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Kristin Boyd Edwards Director of Communications Reading School District

An award-winning writer, Kristin was born and raised in Reading, PA. She is a graduate of Reading High School and Temple University, where she studied Journalism and African-American Studies. Since 2012, she has served as the Communications Director for the Reading School District (RSD), where she conceived the district’s popular #RSDproud hashtag, tripled positive news coverage, and grew the district’s social media presence from scratch. Kristin’s vision is to continually shine a spotlight on the amazing RSD staff members and to ensure students believe in themselves, value educational opportunities, take pride in being a Red Knight, and fully understand they can accomplish their goals with hard work and dedication. Kristin was selected for Leadership Berks’ Class of 2015, named Berks County Living magazine’s Favorite Freelance Writer in 2012 and 2014, and earned the Rising Star Award from the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce & Industry, as well as the 40 Under 40 Award from both Lehigh Valley Business and Reading Eagle newspaper. In addition, she has received more than 50 state and national communications awards from the PENSPRA and NSPRA professional organizations. Her latest project, Kid Superintendent (inspired by the Soul Pancake/Kid President series), went viral with more than 4.5 million views and was featured on CBS This Morning and Good Morning America. Kristin and her husband, Jermaine, have three sons: Jermaine II, Jayden, and Jameson.

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Tricia Ludgate Congratulations to Susan Denaro, Debra Powell and all of this year’s Take the Lead honorees!

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Susan Denaro Attorney Georgeadis Setley

Susan, a native of Reading, PA, is an attorney with the law firm of Georgeadis Setley. The focus of Susan’s practice is in adoptions, estate planning, and estate administration. Additionally, she handles guardianships, real estate, and family law matters. She has concentrated her efforts on legal issues for same sex couples in Reading since the start of her legal career in 1991. Susan is often appointed by judges on the Berks County Court of Common Pleas to serve as guardian ad litem for children in high conflict custody, adoption, abuse, and family law related cases. In addition, she is a trained mediator and has served as a court-appointed custody mediator for the Court of Common Pleas of Berks County since the inception of custody mediation in the County, having served on the court-appointed committee that organized the program. Susan received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana where she double majored in Journalism and Economics. She earned her Juris Doctorate from the Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington, Indiana. She started her legal career working for a large law firm in New York State where she was a member of its Bar. She was admitted to practice in Pennsylvania in 1991 and before the U. S. Supreme Court in 2009. Susan serves on the Board of Directors of the Berks County Community Foundation, the Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center Foundation, the Co-County Wellness Services and is President of the Board of the Yocum Institute for Arts Education. Susan lives in Wyomissing with her husband John, their son Joseph, who attends Duke University, and their very energetic dog Elliot. In her spare time, she loves to cook for family and friends, write, and travel.

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TAKE THE LEAD 2021 AWARD RECIPIENT

Jacquelyn S. Fetrow, Ph.D. President & Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Albright College

Jacquelyn S. Fetrow, Ph.D., an accomplished higher education administrator and award-winning teacher, was named the 15th president of Albright College in 2016, the first alum in that position. Dr. Jacque Fetrow earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Albright College and a Doctorate in Biological Chemistry from Pennsylvania State University. Jacque returned to her alma mater from the University of Richmond, where she was Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, as well as a Professor of Chemistry. Prior to her tenure at the University of Richmond, Jacque served at Wake Forest University as Reynolds Professor of Computational Biophysics and as the Dean of Wake Forest College. Previously, she had served as Chief Scientific Officer and Director of GeneFormatics, a biotechnology software company which she co-founded. Jacque serves on the board of directors for Campus Compact and the Association of Independent Colleges & Universities' of Pennsylvania, the National Association of Independent Colleges and University’s Committee on Accountability, and the Science Research Institute Advisory Board. Jacque also serves on Reading Hospital’s Board of Trustees and Board Quality Committee, on advisory boards for the Center for Medical Innovation at Penn State College of Medicine, and on the board for the early-stage biotechnology software company Quantum Bio, Inc. She has published more than 80 peer-reviewed or invited articles and is listed as an inventor on five U.S. patents. Her work has been supported by the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, and the American Chemical Society.

HONORING DR. DEBRA POWELL!

Debra Powell, MD

Thank you, Dr. Powell, for your tireless leadership as we continue to navigate the pandemic, together. You truly Take the Lead as an inspiration to your colleagues and the young women of our community.

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Debra Powell, MD, fulfills the Tower Health promise of Advancing Health and Transforming Lives every day. But, her expertise and dedication have never been more apparent than during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Chief, Section of Infectious Disease; Medical Director, Infection Prevention

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Seth & Barb Rosenzweig In honor of Deb Powell for her tireless dedication to fight the pandemic! Congratulations Take the Lead 2021 Honorees!

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Debra Powell, MD, MS Chief, Division of Infectious Diseases & Medical Director of Infection Prevention Tower Health Reading Hospital

Debra leads teams within Tower Health and the region that are committed to the health and safety. Debra serves on numerous committees that address issues including COVID-19 treatment and prevention, infection control, sepsis, clinical quality, and professional enhancement. She has been a key clinical leader in Tower Health’s response to the coronavirus global pandemic and is a frequent public spokesperson informing the community about COVID-19 prevention. Debra received The Department of Medicine Nirav Patel Memorial Award for Excellence in Professionalism and Humanism in 2019 and The Reading Hospital and Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency Nirav Patel Excellence in Teaching Award 2015. She is a member of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, American College of Physicians, Berks County Medical Society, Pennsylvania Medical Society, and the American Society for Microbiology. Debra completed her Infectious Disease Fellowship at Pennsylvania State University/Hershey Medical Center, her Residency at Reading Hospital in Internal Medicine and attended Medical School at Pennsylvania State University/Hershey Medical Center. She received her Master of Science degree in Clinical Microbiology from MCP Hahnemann University School of Medicine in Philadelphia and her Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from The Pennsylvania State University. Debra serves as a Board Member for Co-County Wellness Services, Horizon Home Care, and Kutztown University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Advancement. She is a member of the Berks Quilters Guild and donates her handmade quilts to local nonprofits to support fundraising efforts. She also enjoys mentoring young physicians and encouraging children to pursue an interest in the sciences.

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Pat Giles Congratulations to this year’s honorees who have demonstrated how to be a G.I.R.L. even in the midst of extraordinary challenges!

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The Family of Kristin Boyd Edwards Congratulations Kristin! We are so proud of you. Continue to be a blessing to others as you are to us! Philippians 2:3-4 Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interest, but also for the interests of others.

GIRL SCOUT PRESENTERS

Kyasia W. Presenter for Kristin Boyd Edwards Troop 12034 Reading High School 10th Grade Kyasia is a member of the Reading Cheerleaders and Girl Scout Troop and loves to give back to her community. She is an athlete and plays several sports including Golf, Cheerleading, Track and Volleyball. After high school, Kyasia hopes to become a nurse practitioner.

Shiare T. Presenter for Susan Denaro Troop 12034 Reading Senior High School 12th Grade Shiare has been a Girl Scout for 8 years and is a member of the Reading Cheerleaders and Girl Scout Troop. She is a part of her high school’s ROTC program and has won several awards on their drill team. Her favorite part of Girl Scouts is camping. She hopes to one day become a social worker, partly inspired by the day spent with Ms. Denaro.

Marissa B. Presenter for Jacquelyn S. Fetrow Troop 1400 Twin Valley High School 10th Grade Marissa has been a Girl Scout for 11 years. She has earned both her Girl Scout Bronze and Silver Awards, two of the highest awards in Girl Scouting. For her Silver Award project, she ran STEM camps at her local elementary schools. Marissa is currently a Service Unit Delegate. After high school, Marissa hopes to go to college to study biochemistry.

Katie R. Presenter for Debra Powell Troop 1400 Twin Valley High School 10th Grade Katie has been a Girl Scout for 11 years. She has earned both her Girl Scout Bronze and Silver Awards. For her Silver Award project, Katie constructed 6 picnic tables for her church. Katie is also a Service Unit Delegate. Her favorite part of Girl Scouting is camp, and she has worked at camp as a Counselor-in-Training.

GIRL SCOUT EMCEES

Dasani. Emcee Troop 12034 Reading Senior High School 10th Grade Dasani has been a Girl Scout for 10 years and is a member of the Reading Cheerleaders and Girl Scout Troop. She was a Presenter for Take the Lead 2020 and shadowed Honoree Susan Fromm. After high school, Dasani hopes to attend college and study political science.

Lauren L. Emcee Troop 1400 Twin Valley High School 11th Grade Lauren has been a Girl Scout for 11 years. She has earned her Community Service Bar, Service to Girl Scouting Bar and is a Girl Delegate. She is a member of her school’s French Honor Society, Swim Team and Gold Team. In college, Lauren plans to major in international relations.

Olivia D. Campership Lead Troop 1797 Daniel Boone Middle School 8th Grade Olivia has been a Girl Scout for 9 years. She has earned her Girl Scout Bronze Award, Community Service Bar, and Service to Girl Scouting Bar. For her Bronze Award project, Olivia and her troop made holiday ornaments and collected supplies and games to send to soldiers overseas.

Sarah W. Girl Co-Chair Troop 1400 Twin Valley High School 11th Grade Sarah has been a Girl Scout for 11 years. She has earned her Community Service Bar, her Service to Girl Scouting Bar and was a Presenter for Take the Lead 2020, shadowing Dr. Susan Looney. Sarah is also a Service Unit Alternate Delegate. After high school, Sarah hopes to pursue a career in teaching.

GIRL SCOUT CHORUS LEADS

Aneliese R. Chorus Lead Troop 1912 Central Middle School 7th Grade

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Aneliese has been a Girl Scout for 8 years. She has earned her Girl Scout Bronze Award by helping to organize an Easter dinner for a local homeless shelter. When she’s an adult, she hopes to work as a pre-K teacher.

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CHORUS Mikayla B. Lily C. Sophie F. Kyleigh K.

Elizabeth F. Mackenzie R. SOCIAL MEDIA GIRL EXPERT Olivia R.

Shruti K. Callie N. Zoey N. Gabriella P. Jeralyn R. Samantha R. Susan R. Lily T. Delia W. Viola V.

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THANK YOU TO OUR 2021 SPONSORS

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BROWNIE Albright College Diane & Michael Duff Entech Engineering, Inc. FirstEnergy Corporation Freedom Mortgage Fulton Bank M&T Bank

Penske Transportation Solutions Sue & Craig Perrotty RKL LLP Tower Health – Reading Hospital UGI Utilities, Inc. Walsky Investment Management, Inc.

DAISY Alvernia University Berks County Bar Association Boscov's Caron Treatment Centers EnerSys First National Bank Fromm Electric Supply Corp. Patricia Giles Joanne M. Judge Dan Langdon Leisawitz Heller Abramowitch Phillips, P.C.

M.J. Reider Associations, Inc. Chris & Toni Miller Laurie Peer Penn State Health – St. Joseph Medical Center Foundation Reading Area Community College Reading School District Security First, Inc. Stevens & Lee TempStar Staffing Tompkins VIST Bank Visions Federal Credit Union

BENEFACTOR Carolyn Bazik BB&T Berks County Community Foundation Berks County LIving Magazine Brentwood Industries Inc. Anita Z. Chaney Connors Investor Services, Inc. Financial Planning Advisors, Inc. Fleetwood Bank Gage Personnel Services Georgeadis Setley Herbein + Co., Inc. Julia Klein in memory of Jayne Cumiskey Masano Bradley

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Mid Penn Bank Ross & Lori Miller Mosteller & Associates Michele L. Richards Riverfront Credit Union R.M. Palmer Company Schlouch, Inc. Alison Snyder Thomas & Louise Souders Triose Inc. Laurie Waxler Weidenhammer White Star Tours Inc. Yocum Institute for Arts Education

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TAKE THE LEAD QUOTES FROM BERKS COUNTY

Due to COVID-19, Take the Lead Berks 2020 in-person events had to be canceled. This didn’t stop our amazing honorees and Girl Scouts from meeting up and speaking with each other, albeit virtually! Three videos were created for the event, one of which took an indepth look at our shadow day program, which pairs honorees with Girl Scouts to mentor them for a day. The purpose of the videos was to raise awareness about the event, our sponsors, and, most importantly, the honorees and girls. While the event was canceled, all our honorees had the opportunity to connect with girls and teach them about their careers and leadership.

Susan taught me that respect is a two-way street.

Dasani A.

TTL 2020 Berks Girl Presenter

I hope that the time that Dasani and I spent together showed her different ways that she can give back to her community.

Susan Fromm Community Advocate TTL 2020 Berks Honoree

TTL has allowed us to learn from each other. I believe in the Girl Scout mission that builds girls of courage, confidence, and character.

Carolyn Bazik

Dr. Vinti Shah taught me that the true meaning of leadership was to build up others.

Kendra M.

TTL 2020 Berks Girl Presenter

Co-County Wellness TTL 2020 Berks Honoree

To be able to mold somebody of the next generation was an enlightening moment for me. These very young girls are embracing giving back and providing service to others and to the communities. It is an important thing to have ingrained at an early age.

Susan Looney Reading Area Community College TTL 2020 Berks Honoree

What I love about Girl Scouts is the definition of how women can contribute to society has changed and Girl Scouts really supports that modern definition. Girls can be who they want to be.

Dr. Vinti Shah Tower Health TTL 2020 Berks Honoree

PAST TAKE THE LEAD AWARD RECIPIENTS

Frances “Franki” Aitken

Andrea J. Funk

Dr. Nancy Allmon

Susan Gibbs

Ardis Arahood

Patricia Giles

Jan Armfield

Crystal Gilmore-Harris

Margaret S. Atwell, M.D.

Sandy Graffius

Carey Babczak

Joan H. Gruber

Mary Lynch Barbera, Ph.D.

Virginia Hand

Paula K. Barrett

Susan Hale

Paula M. Barron

Dr. Fredericka S. Moxon Heller

Carolyn M. Bazik, MBA

Angel Helm

Barbara H. Beringer

Kathy Herbein

Mary Kay Bernosky

Carolyn R. Holleran

Dr. Diane T. Bonaccorsi

Ellen T. Horan

Mary Ann Campbell

Ellen M. Huyett

Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz

M. Melissa Jamula

Heather Chandler, Esq.

Grace Asberry Jones

Anita Chaney

Joanne M. Judge

Charlotte Cooper

C. Eve J. Kimball, MD

The Rev. Dr. Barbara Kershner Daniel

Kathy Kleppinger

Michelle M. Davis

Julia Klein

Dr. Andrea Dillaway-Huber

Mary Lou Kline

Anita Durdan

Dr. Sadan Kulturel-Konak

Anabel Dwyer

Jacqueline Kunin

Marsha D. Egan

Patricia Lee Langiotti

The Honorable Elizabeth Ehrlich

Dr. Susan D. Looney

Carol A. Ennis

The Honorable Linda K. M. Ludgate

Dr. Lona Farr

Karen Marsdale

Beulah “Boots” Fehr

Heidi Masano, Esq.

Cathy Feiler

Melinda Mast

Susan Fromm

Dr. Linda Matthews

Elaine McDevitt

Dr. Vinti Shah

Dr. Aparna Mele

Ann Sheehan

Martha Mewhort

Dr. Anne A. Skleder

Sally Miksiewicz

Mary Ann Chelius Smith

Regina Gouger Miller

Alison Snyder

Sheila Miller

Noreen M. Sobottka

Toni Miller

Sandy Solmon

Tammy K. Mitgang

Louise Souders

Dr. Alicia Montoya

Sandra L. Spayd

Kimberly J. Murphy

Dr. Susan Phillips Speece

Joni Naugle

Elaine A. Stanko, Esq.

Dr. Olubunmi Ojikutu

Anne Stevens

Yvonne Frey Oppenheimer

Barbara M. Taliaferro

Dr. Natalie M. Parisi

Karen S. Thacker

Laurie Peer

Ramona Turner Turpin

Penske Women’s Network

Laurie Waxler

P. Sue Perrotty

Dr. Mary Fay Weaver

Susan J. Probst

Sharon L. Weaver

Dr. Jodi Radosh

Jill Weber

Amy Reinsel

Lenette Wells

Michele Richards

Tammy White

Karen Rightmire

Nancy Xavios

Linda K. Rinker

Judith Yarnall

Marilu Rodriguez, ESQ.

Dr. Raquel Yiengst

Jeannie Savage Jill M. Scheidt, Esq. Tracy Schott, MS, MSW Judith L. Schwank Gail D. Seeley Crystal Seitz

MOVING LIVES FORWARD Penske congratulates the 2021 Berks County Take the Lead Honorees and the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania as they celebrate the courage, confidence and character of women in our community. 800-467-3675 gopenske.com

MAKING A REAL DIFFERENCE in the lives of tomorrow’s leaders

RKL congratulates the 2021 Take the Lead honorees, whose courage, confidence and character enrich our neighbors and communities.

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2020–2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND GIRL ADVISORS

OFFICERS Deborah Hassan Board Chair

Loraine Ballard Morrill Vice Chair

Kim E. Fraites-Dow CEO*

Maria Kraus First Vice Chair

Rick Perkins Treasurer

*ex-officio, non-voting

Ann Donley Vice Chair

Deb Walters Secretary

MEMBERS-AT-LARGE Anne Baum Marlene Beers Harris Bock Terri Boyer Fusun Bubernack Jennifer Dempsey Fox Clare Freimuth

Joann Gonzalez- Generals Stephanie L. Kosta Rita Lee Sophia Lee Nicole LeVine

Susan Mucciarone Kathryn Nordick Deborah E. O’Brien Shelley Smith Alison Snyder Emily Turner

Joanne McFall

GIRL ADVISORS TO THE BOARD Paris G. Mikayla H. Rachael T.

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Girl Scout Camp Get her back to fun, friends, and outdoor adventure this Summer!

Fun and friends!

Leadership Skills!

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With adventure courses, swimming, horseback riding, hiking, s’mores(!), archery, and more, she’ll make memories and friendships for a lifetime.

Our girl-led, girl-focused programs teach leadership to inspire courage, confidence and character.

Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania offers unrivaled day and overnight camp experiences for less.

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Girl Adventure Place

Calling girls to leadership and life in the outdoors.

Zip lines, platform tents, a new kitchen and a high ropes challenge course are just a few of the improvements coming to Camp Shelly Ridge! For more information on naming opportunities or to learn how to support this important endeavor, contact Lori Franzke at 267-332-7039 or lfranzke@gsep.org 41

Disconnect to Reconnect

Looking to host a leadership retreat, corporate training, team-building, or social event? With our six locations across Eastern Pennsylvania, GSEP is sure to have the perfect place for you. Visitors enjoy a variety of indoor and outdoor meeting areas, comfortable accommodations, and unique outdoor venues for groups large or small to pursue physical, spiritual, and educational interests. Our highly trained staff will work with you to create the perfect meeting, conference, or social gathering for the outcome you envision. Contact us for availability at memberservices@gsep.org!

CHORUS SING-ALONG

"STAND TALL" Julie and the Phantoms Verse 1:

Verse 2:

Bridge:

Don't blink

Right now, I'm loving every minute

Like I'm glowing in the dark

Hands down, can't let myself forget it, no

I keep on going when it's all falling apart

'Cause everything is rushing in fast

Yeah, I know with all my heart

Keep holding on, never look back

Ooh, ooh

No, I don't want to miss it One thing, and it’s back to the beginning 'Cause everything is rushing in fast Keep going on, never look back Pre-Chorus: And it's one, two, three, four times That I'll try for one more night Light a fire in my eyes I'm going out of my mind Chorus: Whatever happens, even if I'm the last standing

Pre-Chorus: And it’s one, two, three, four times That I'll try for one more night Light a fire in my eyes I'm going out of my mind Chorus: Whatever happens, even if I'm the last standing

Never look back Chorus: Whatever happens, even if I'm the last standing I'ma stand tall, I'ma stand tall Whatever happens, even if I'm the last standing I'ma stand tall, I'ma s tand tall Stand tall Stand tall

I'ma stand tall, I'ma stand tall

Whatever happens, even if I'm the last standing

Whatever happens, even when everything's down

I'ma stand tall, I'ma stand tall

Whatever happens, even when everything's down

'Cause I gotta catch that feeling

I gotta keep on dreaming, 'cause I gotta catch that feeling

I'ma stand tall, I'ma stand tall

Whatever happens, even if I'm the last standing

I'ma stand tall, I'ma stand tall

I'ma stand tall, I'ma stand tall Whatever happens, even when everything's down I'ma stand tall, I'ma stand tall I gotta keep on dreaming

I gotta keep on dreaming, 'cause I gotta catch that feeling Whatever happens, even if I'm the last standing I'ma stand tall, I'ma stand tall

SPONSOR TESTIMONIALS

"Caron is proud to support non-profit organizations like Girl Scouts; we believe that together we can make a difference." – Caron Treatment Centers "RKL salutes current and future female leaders who positively impact their communities and lead lives defined by courage, confidence and character." – Paula Barrett, RKL Partner and Take The Lead Committee Member "FNB is committed to serve the local communities in which we live and work and we are proud to sponsor the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania (GSEP). Also, with FNB Leadership taking an active role on the 2021 Take the Lead (Berks County) Event Committee, we are ensuring our support of the GSEP program mission to help girls develop courage, a strong sense of character, and recognize the important role of future female leaders." – First National Bank

"The Girl Scouts is an important organization for helping to empower young girls to be leaders. As a former Girl Scout, I remember the inspiring, influential female role models whose courage, confidence and character I aspired to. These women, some of whom I met as an undergraduate student at Albright College, made a difference in my life and in my life’s journey. They helped me to become the leader I am today. I could not be more delighted and honored to serve in that role for today’s young women. Thank you, Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, for this honor and for continuing to provide opportunities for girls to take the lead." – Jacquelyn Fetrow, Albright College "As the bank for all communities it serves, M&T Bank understands the important role the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania play in helping to lift up and inspire women whose leadership and service make all the difference in our communities." – M&T

TITLESONG CLOSING

"MAKE NEW FRIENDS" Traditional Girl Scout Song

Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver, the other is gold. A circle is round, it has no end. That's how long I will be your friend.

Proud to support

Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania and to congratulate the

Take the Lead 2021 Award recipients Joanne M. Judge, Esq. 610.478.2226 jmj@stevenslee.com

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Jerlyn Foundation Congratulations Take the Lead 2021 Honorees! The Jerlyn Foundation is a proud supporter of the Take the Lead program and Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania. 47

Do you know someone who – Exemplifies extraordinary civic, professional, and philanthropic leadership and achievement? – Acts as a positive role model for girls and is committed to making the world a better place?

– Showcases the Girl Scout values of courage, confidence, and character? – Lives or works in Greater Philadelphia? (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties)

Nominations are now open for 2022 Honorees for Take the Lead! Nominations due August 11, 2021 gsep.org/takethelead