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What Phoenix Business Leaders Learned From Selling Cookies In a World of Boys’ Clubs Give Her One of Her Own

Top Cookie Seller Shares Her Success Tips Women in Non-Traditional Roles

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“The Girl Scouts taught me about being a leader, meeting new people, working with others and the importance of serving the community.”

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10 Powered by G.I.R.L.s 18 Leading the Way • Thinking Outside the Box • Because You Said “Yes”

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Editorial Managing/Copy Editor Susan de Queljoe Writers Heather Thornton, Melissa Tornquist, Maddie Sunderland Guest Writers Alison Bailin, Jennifer Ho, Bre Krager, Jena LeMire, Jessica Lyon Design Judy Johnsrud

• Outstanding Volunteers Celebrated • In the News • Willow Springs Becomes a Nature Explore Classroom

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hese last three months have seemed particularly busy.

Teri and I attended the GSUSA National Conference in Columbus, Ohio at the beginning of October along with 33 delegates and visitors from GSACPC. We returned in time to celebrate the International Day of the Girl on October 11.

We called it the Million-Dollar Day of the Girl and held two fundraising events—a breakfast and an evening reception. Our goal was to raise $1 million in one day for the Campaign for Girls in Arizona to take advantage of the $1.6 million matching challenge from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. And we did it!!

It was ironic that the Boy Scouts chose to announce their plans to open their program to girls that same day. The Boy Scouts are framing their move around the convenience for families to take their sons and daughters to the same activity. Some girls may want to join Boy Scouts because they think Boy Scouts do more, especially outdoor adventures.

Yet, according to a recent Time magazine article, “There's actually a great deal of overlap among the

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different badge skills, including camping, car maintenance, first aid, fitness, budgeting and even robotics.” Some of our members may choose to move their daughters to Boy Scouts and others will stay in Girl Scouts. That is a parental prerogative which we respect.

That said, we believe strongly in the importance of the safe, all-girl, girl-led and girl-friendly environment that Girl Scouts provides. Our program is based on an in-depth understanding of how girls learn and succeed and the importance of cooperative learning and learning-by-doing.

Adult mentors and strong female role models show girls they can be anything they want to be.

In early November, Badge Bash was held at The Parsons Leadership Center. This new event offered a

variety of activities stationed throughout the campus, so attendees could earn patches and then dine under the stars. During the program we recognized the contributions of two women, Pit Lucking and Lorraine Bergman, and Old Republic Title Agency and raised additional funds for our Campaign for Girls.

A week later we celebrated the contributions of our dedicated volunteers at a luncheon. Volunteers received both national and council recognitions for their work in this council. We continue to be so grateful to our volunteers who selflessly give their time, skills and wisdom to help girls grow and thrive.

As the end of the year quickly approaches, we send our best wishes for the holidays and the year ahead.

With love,

Tamara Woodbury

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elcome to another Developing Women in the Blue-Collar World Girl Scout year! This issue is packed full of important Council news and here are far too many industries that have a predominately male Cookie Program workforce. I want that to change. I believe women have much to information. Please offer these industries, but importantly, it’s also the only way we are keep sending us your going to succeed as a country. Period. girl and troop stories because we love sharing We talk a lot about needing more women in the can develop skills to make themselves more employable. all the adventures and STEM fields, and we do. We also need more girls Second, there is a shockingly low percentage of female in skilled trades. It’s good for our economy, and representation in the skilled labor market. Third, skilled achievements of our it’s good for our community. labor positions offer better wages generally and more Girl Scout sisters.

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Corrections to Sept. 2017, Issue I, Vol. I: The Powered by GIRLs story for Troop 316 showed the wrong photo. The correct photo and story are on pg 13. Make sure you check out all they have done as a troop!

We inadvertently left out two volunteers in our recap of the April 2017 Volunteer Recognition event.

Here’s a huge shout out to Susan Liming and Gordon Lewis. We are grateful for your dedication and service to Girl Scouting.

believe this is a good idea. First, there is an anticipated shortage of skilled labor in this country, which means that men and women

Finally, the skilled labor market needs to be a real alternative to college for women.

In the next decade, it’s predicted that 3.5 million manufacturing positions will need to be filled. Yet most of them will go unfilled because there isn’t a worker with sufficient training to fill the position. While some of these are engineering positions, most are in skilled production positions, like welders, machinists, construction, etc. A recent report showed that most contractors currently have

Girls do not “see” women in the skilled trades, so there is little thought about going into the trades, yet the demand is there for the workers and there is absolutely no reason why women cannot do the work.

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a difficult time finding skilled labor, with masons, electricians, and plumbers the most difficult to hire.

A 2014 report, Women in Construction: Still Breaking Ground, determined women represent less than 3 percent of the construction labor force, while making up 47 percent of the overall labor force. Although women make up 28 percent of the labor force in production occupations, most of these women are assemblers, bakers, tailors, seamstresses, and dry cleaners.

The skilled labor positions where women are significantly underrepresented are paid much better than the positions where women are over-represented. For example, the average wage for a welder is $20.41 per hour, while the average wage for a baker is $13.04 per hour.

Electricians make an average of $27.24 per hour, plumbers $26.94 per hour, and carpenters $23.24 per hour. When that is compared to a child care worker, who makes an average of $11.02 per hour, it’s clear that we should be teaching our girls to venture out into the construction and manufacturing trades. The skilled labor market also offers opportunity for advancement. Plumbers, electricians, and welders can eventually open their own shops, which, in theory, would allow them better longterm prospects.

Finally, we need to recognize that not all people can—or should—go to college. As the cost of education continues to climb, having realistic opportunities outside of a four-year degree program is of paramount importance.

Girls do not “see” women in the skilled trades, so there is little thought about going into the trades, yet the demand is there for the workers and there is absolutely no reason why women cannot do the work.

This is not the 1920’s, when being a skilled laborer was ridiculously hard on one’s body. Many of the skilled trades require experience and knowledge and, well, skill. They do not require brawn.

It’s imperative we teach our girls that they can do anything and work in any industry they want, and encourage them in every way we can.

We need to help them see all the possibilities. This is what Girl Scouts has been doing for the last 105 years.

It’s imperative we teach our girls that they can do anything and work in any industry they want, and encourage them in every way we can. We need to help them see all the possibilities. This is what Girl Scouts has been doing for the last 105 years.

Mark House is an attorney and member of GSACPC’s Board of Directors.

He mentors women in his industry and trains young women to be Olympic weightlifters. He is passionate about Girl Scouts and helping girls realize their power and thrive.

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lthough your daughter likely goes to school with boys, and might play Saturday morning sports and share the local playground with them, the realities of her day-today life are anything but the same as those of her male peers.

In fact, studies show that in co-ed learning environments, boys receive more praise than girls when they call out in class, making girls less likely to raise their hands. Furthermore, boys are allowed to problem solve on their own during class time, which fosters independence, whereas teachers tend to step in and “help” girls, leading girls to question their own abilities.

And outside of school? More than one in ten U.S. girls report being catcalled before age 11—and a whopping 85 percent report gender-based street harassment before they turned 17. Not only does this make girls see their worth in terms of their appearance but it also makes them more self-conscious and cautious overall when out in public. Additionally, the worlds of tech, advertising, major league sports, politics, finance, and so many other fields are still considered “boys’ clubs”—sending not-sosubtle signals to girls about which industries or activities are for girls and which aren’t.

The fact is, 99 percent of your daughter’s life is experienced alongside boys, where she either has to fight for attention or dodge the unwanted kind. Not only can that get exhausting, but it can also lead your daughter to keep her head down and avoid attention completely.

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Studies show that girls who take part in all-girl activities go on to have more successful careers, experience higher levels of education, and be happier in life in general.

And when this is a day-to-day norm, it’s easy to believe dynamics like this are normal or acceptable. Scary, isn’t it?

So, what can you do to raise a smart, confident daughter who’s equipped to succeed in this world? Make sure she’s getting some high-quality time surrounded by girls and girls only.

Now, we know this concept raises some questions. Isn’t putting girls in an all-girl environment basically like telling them they can’t compete with boys or do the same things boys can? In short, no. Girls are already mixed in with boys in so many areas, but because of society’s stereotypes about girls and the ways girls are treated—either consciously or subconsciously—by the people in their lives, girls are less likely to take risks or engage in competition in environments where boys are present. They’re also more likely to shy away from science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) activities and sports for fear of being seen as less than feminine, or because they’ve been conditioned to believe that boys will simply be better at those things.

All-girl environments—be they all-female sports teams, regular slumber parties, or even her Girl Scout troop meetings—work as a type of oasis in her world. When there are no boys to be compared to (or to compare herself to!), she can discover her passions, stretch her limits, and shine her absolute brightest without the social pressures of being seen as too girly, too masculine, or really too anything.

Essentially, she’s allowed to be herself and learn her own strengths on her own terms. She can build the bravery, confidence, and resilience that come with taking risks, struggling, failing, and trying again. She can learn to innovate, and problem solve without anyone assuming

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she can’t do it on her own. And she can carry these experiences and skills with her into the wider world, where they’ll bolster her and help her rise to new limits despite any barriers in her way.

And as for the theory that girls in all-girl environments just end up getting catty and tearing one another down? Quite simply, it’s wrong. Here’s the thing: the harmful stereotype of girls and women being backstabbing “mean girls” has existed for hundreds of years. But girls are more likely to be ultra-competitive with one another in environments where there’s only one or two spaces for them to take the lead. In all-girl environments, every leadership opportunity in every area will be given to a girl, so girls learn to champion one another and collaborate rather than feel threatened. The friendships she’ll forge through these groups will form the basis of a powerful

network of women who can support one another as they grow.

And these benefits—a greater sense of confidence, a higher comfort level with taking risks, the ability to claim every space as a space where girls and women belong, and the support and encouragement of a strong female network—truly will help your daughter throughout her life. Studies show that girls who take part in all-girl activities go on to have more successful careers, experience higher levels of education, and be happier in life in general.

GSUSA: Raising Awesome Girls. More straightforward and realistic parenting advice can be found at bit.ly/GS-Raising-Girls.

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Kelly Greene, now a Cotton Blossom Neighborhood Troop Leader, participated in developing a Scouting program while stationed in Baghdad, Iraq. The Navy Commander organized a Victory Base Council. Kelly joined the efforts as a Girl Guide Leader.

Kelly’s troop started with only two twin sisters but quickly grew to more than 30. Years later, Kelly was contacted by one of her troop members via Facebook and now continues to help her grow her leadership skills. Thank you for your service, Kelly. We couldn’t think of a better example of leading like a G.I.R.L.!

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Troop 2220 participated in an Arizona Cardinals training camp where mascot Big Red and players led the girls in different workouts.

The Cardinals’ employees set up mazes for girls to practice different moves while carrying a football, making working out fun for participants. Way to hustle, ladies.

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Willow Springs has a new GaGa Ball Pit thanks to the efforts of Troop 489, along with participants attending the Hayden's Ferry Fall 2016 and Spring 2017 Encampments.

GaGa Ball is a variant of dodgeball that is played with one ball. Thank you to Home Depot, Lowe's, Ace Hardware and Copper State Nut & Bolt Co. for their generous donations!

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Inspired by Juliette Gordon Low’s birthday, Troop 757 turned one of their meetings into a fun history lesson while celebrating Halloween! Each Girl Scout dressed up as an inspirational woman in history and shared her story with the troop. These Go-Getters learned about women who made history, overcame adversity and encouraged others to follow their dreams. They even earned their Playing the Past badge along the way! What a great experience!

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Troops 2570, 758 and 1211 all stepped up to help the victims of recent Hurricane Harvey. With their troops, they hosted multiple supply drives, collected hygiene products, assembled hygiene bags and sent them to hurricane victims in Texas. Together they shipped more than 120 hygiene bags to those in need. Great way to help out, ladies!

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Troop 1220 had a blast at the Girls Can Fly event! They learned about the airplanes, traffic control, and different careers in aviation. They even flew a flight simulator and met numerous aviation professionals! Great job, Risk-Takers!

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Cadette Troop 175 completed their Silver Award in August. The Troop donated their time to Kitty City at Wildhorse Rescue in Gilbert where they built a much-needed cat condo.

They finished their project with handmade cat toys and used extra funds to donate to the organization. Congratulations, ladies!

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Two Innovators, Ashley and Ellaree, from Piñon were able to attend the Intel Camp at Willow Springs this past summer. They were two of the 70 girls who participated in the STEM-oriented camp!

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Rylee Koopee from Hopi Troop 347 attended the Intel Camp at Willow Springs this past summer. Her mom, Hannah, said “Rylee really enjoyed meeting new people and the activities that were planned. I liked that she was exposed to new opportunities that

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This summer, 30 girls from Piñon attended a week-long camp adventure at Shadow Rim Ranch in Payson, accompanied by Troop Leaders and parent volunteers.

It was the first camping trip for some of the Girl Scouts, who enjoyed trying new activities in the outdoors with their friends.

Here they are getting ready to go canoeing!

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Anastasia, a Daisy Girl Scout, took advantage of the National Park Girl Scout Ranger badge this summer. The rangers at Yosemite assisted her in earning her badge, and by the time she was done, she had completed the Jr. Ranger educational activities at 15 national parks/monuments and hiked 125 miles! Way to go, Anastasia!!!

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Junior Troop 2153 was excited to help make a difference in the community by supporting the Arizona Helping Hands Foundation. This organization provides the basic needs for children living with foster families. The troop held a gently-used clothing drive and raised $200 with a car wash.

Together they donated an SUV full of clothes and donated another $460 from their cookie earnings! Great leadership, ladies!

Here’s the real Troop 316 who donated 140 care packages, including boxes of cookies, to the Tri-State Military Moms and the Veterans Resource Center after cookie season. What a wonderful way to give back!

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Laura Craig, Owner and President, Rhythm & Wine, Jalapeno Inferno | Years as Girl Scout: 3 “Girl Scouts allowed me to, at a young age, improve my social skills as well as establish lifelong friendships. The informal setting was perfect to learn new skills, become a part of a group, and cultivate simple leadership roles.

Hospitality was natural for me, I loved it back then and I love it today. One small way I still get involved each year is by volunteering our restaurants to be part of the Girl Scout Cookie Dessert Challenge.”

Tori Stanley, Co-Owner, Beautif-EYE Studios Years as Girl Scout: 4 “I remember sitting in my living room for hours and hours organizing cookies. I would prepare many plans and events to ensure I was the top seller that year, in other words, creating a business plan. It taught me people skills and customer service at a very young age. I didn't realize it then, but it was my own business and I had to create ways to make it as successful as possible. As a business owner now, these traits are so important and I'm very grateful I was able to learn them at a young age.”

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Kim Dees, Senior Vice President and Southern Arizona Division Manager, Washington Federal Years as Girl Scout: 5 “Most people don’t know it, but the Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest girl-led business – and among the most successful financial literacy programs – in the world! From selling cookies, I not only took critical money management skills, but marketing, public speaking and even teamwork skills that I use to this day. Plus, I can still set up a mean cookie booth in a pinch, if needed.”

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Melissa Rein, Owner, The Brand Consortium | Years as Girl Scout: “Participating in Girl Scouts helped me develop confidence and sharpened my competitive edge. I was an entrepreneurial young Brownie constantly coming up with new ways to expand my business. In my door-to-door selling days I recall encountering many NO’s from cranky neighbors. With help from my mom, who was also my Troop Leader, I learned pretty quickly to brush it off and chug my wagon along to the next house.

This is a skill I still use just about every day in the business world.”

Sen. Kimberly Yee, Arizona State Senator, Arizona Legislature | Years as a Girl Scout: “Selling Girl Scout Cookies door-to-door in my neighborhood was the perfect training ground to prepare me for grassroots campaigning.

Very few people are comfortable doing a ‘cold call’ knock on a neighbor's door and being able to start up a conversation. In Girl Scouts, we were trained to do that every year when we sold cookies. Today, I still go door-to-door in my neighborhood, but now I'm doing voter outreach and campaigning as a candidate for elected office. The Girl Scouts taught me about being a leader, meeting new people, working with others and the importance of serving the community.”

Denise Seomin, Director of Public Relations and Marketing Communications, The Phoenician and The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician | Years as Girl Scout: “My first ‘pitch’ was selling Girl Scout Cookies! Being a member of this organization taught me respect, care and concern for others, and how to be a contributing member of society. As Girl Scouts, we realized we could make a difference through our actions. We were also mentored and encouraged, allowing us to believe we could do or be anything we set our mind to.”

Trish Gulbranson, CEO, Derma Health Years as Girl Scout: “I remember selling cookies doorto-door by myself in my little town 40-plus years ago. Once they arrived, I had to collect. I got my first lesson in sales and collections.”

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Elizabeth Reich, CEO, Make-A-Wish Arizona Years as Girl Scout: “I can still remember going door-to-door to encourage people to purchase cookies and having to share that we were out of Thin Mints because we only received a limited number of boxes.

Today, I think of that when I think of our donors and supporters because you always want to know your audience and make sure you are filling their needs by having all the ‘Thin Mints’ they could want.”

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I Knew I Could do ANYTHING Getting to Know Teri Kelley, Our New Board Chair

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Teri Kelley thanks Girl Scouting for finding her anything and everything in life.

“I started with my Brownie troop in second grade, and the courage, confidence and character I learned at even that young age transformed my life.

With these ‘Three Cs,’ I knew I could do anything,” Teri said. She went on to earn a Girl Scout Silver Award before she left for college.

The first major “anything” she did after Girl Scouts was running Division 1 track and cross country for the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

“Two-a-day workouts and year-round competitions made the college experience very full,” said Teri, who earned a degree in communications when she wasn’t busy running laps.

The next “anything” took courage not many people have in their early 20s – moving across the country, from her home in the South to Arizona. And doing so based simply on a book.

“As a little girl I read a book about a girl who lived in this cool town called Tucson, a city no one in the Southeast really knew at that time, save for perhaps college basketball,” she explains.

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“So when I graduated, I contacted joining the board of directors in 2008,” she said. a friend from Arizona State She also got back into running that same year University I had met in college, after being diagnosed with osteopenia, a type who helped me make Arizona my of bone deterioration that is the precursor to home.” osteoporosis. “As if I would let anything stop me Once she made her way to from living my life.”

Arizona, she would embark on her About 18 months after her diagnosis, Teri next “anything.” completed her first Ironman, which included a “I got my start in public 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and 26.2-mile relations and marketing, and then run. This race, which helped her stave off the eventually moved on to product symptoms of the osteopenia, led to four more management. After I earned my such competitions over the next three years, MBA at ASU in the early 2000s, including participating in World Championship I jumped in head first with a Ironman in Hawaii in 2011. complete career change,” said Teri, So, after all this, you’d think Teri was ready to who became a financial advisor take a break from anything, right? for then-Smith Barney, now Not by a long shot – in fact, Teri went on to Morgan Stanley. And she didn’t just have children and play a key role as Board become a run-of-the-mill advisor – Treasurer supporting our Campaign for Girls in she worked her way up to Arizona, which built The Bob & Renee Parsons senior vice president, and now Leadership Center for Girls and Women at Camp serves as a corporate retirement South Mountain. plan director.

So, what’s next for Teri?

Teri returned to “In case you missed it, I am up Girl Scouting as a for anything,” said Teri, who has Troop Leader, and brought a great deal of passion and Camp name: Cha-ching eventually became energy into her new role as Council

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our Council’s Board Treasurer until she was elected Board Chair last April.

“As I tend to do – both literally and figuratively – I took the volunteer position and ran with it, eventually

Favorite Girl Scout Cookie: Samoa, Tagalong, Samoa, Tagalong…I can't decide!

Favorite Camp song: Bringing Home My Baby Bumblebee Favorite Girl Scout pastime: Watching girls in action

Board Chair. She believes deeply that Girl Scouts truly helps girls thrive, and wants to ensure the Girl Scout Leadership Experience is accessible to more girls in Arizona, and help them reach their full gogetter, innovator, risk-taker, and leader potential.

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hen Troop Leaders Pamela Meade from Piñon, and Karen Meinerz from Ahwatukee, decided to pair up the girls in their respective troops to become pen pals, they simply thought this would be a fun activity for the girls. They had no idea they were starting something that would be so fun, educational, impactful, and amazing!

The older Girl Scouts were paired with the younger Girl Scouts, and, beginning in November 2016, the girls sent and received letters from their pen pals each month. The girls really enjoyed receiving handmade gifts, cards, and drawings from each other. As an end to this activity, the leaders thought the girls should enjoy a weekend together to get to know their pen pals and experience camp together.

The “Friendship Pen Pal Encampment” was planned for the weekend of Sept. 22. Willow Springs camp hosted the gathering of 78 girls from the Navajo Nation in Piñon and 75 girls from Ahwatukee. Most of the girls from Piñon had never traveled off the reservation or had a weekend sleepover without family members.

This was a huge step out of their comfort zone.

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impact of that gathering on the girls – the leap in cultural awareness and sisterhood bonding – was something even the leaders hadn’t expected.

Before the weekend, all the girls expressed their excitement and their nervousness in meeting new people. After the weekend was over, the Piñon girls said that they knew it would be fun, but didn’t know the activities would be so entertaining, encouraging, and engaging.

For Katelynn Pelt from Piñon, archery was her favorite part of the weekend. “I had never tried this before and it was fun to shoot a bow and arrow!” KambriiAna Tachine from Piñon said, “My favorite part was finally meeting my pen pal. I had a feeling she would be a smaller person!”

Most of the Ahwatukee girls had participated in encampments before. Simone Meinerz said,

“We knew what to expect regarding activities, but what I didn’t expect was that my Navajo Pen Pal, Ayianna, would have so many things in common with me!”

Torii Tachine from Piñon had an idea for future encampments, saying, “I’d like to do a demonstration Pow Wow and teach the girls our dances. I come from a long family line of Pow Wow dancers and my great grandmother and grandmother have made so many costumes for our family and friends. It would be great to show everyone our dances.”

In early November, several Ahwatukee girls traveled to Piñon for an outdoor training session and spent more time with their pen pals. Tatum Meinerz from Ahwatukee summed up her weekend experience saying, “We are girls. We all have the same ideas, love to draw, play volleyball and basketball. I participated in a program where the girls taught me and my sister how to make blue corn Navajo tamales.

They were so delicious! We were also taught some of the language, which we really want to learn more of. On top of all that, I participated in the dances in the Pow Wow and even got to play the Big Drum! It was so much fun to learn about a different culture. The bonus from the weekend is I have more friends I will write to that are my same age!”

What’s next? The leaders are planning another weekend gathering, so the girls can continue to grow their wonderful friendships and expose them more to each other’s culture.

As Karen Meinerz said, “It is so amazing to watch the girls embrace each other. There is no prejudice, no discrimination, no boundaries. It’s simply breathtaking and refreshing!”

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here are two main reasons why Halle Farber became a Girl Scout Troop Leader: Her daughter’s interest in becoming a Girl Scout and the desire to form a troop that does programming through a Jewish lens.

“I’ve definitely benefited from being a Troop Leader, as well. This experience has helped me to hone certain skills that I wouldn’t use otherwise, it’s pushed me out of my comfort zone and it has helped me make amazing connections with other local Troop Leaders.

“I proposed the idea of a Girl Scout troop when my daughter and her friends were about to graduate from Jewish preschool, to keep the group together,” explains Farber.

“I didn’t know very much about the Girl Scouts or what the program entailed but I quickly realized that I would have to step up as the Troop Leader if I wanted to get it off the ground.”

Now, Troop 1674 is in its ninth year and is currently comprised of seven eighth-grade girls. In addition to the countless Girl Scouting benefits, this group is bound together by their Jewish heritage.

“It would have been easier to have my daughter and her friends join an existing troop under someone else’s leadership, but I felt it was important to take an active role in carving out the kind of space where my daughter could be free to observe and celebrate her heritage without feeling like we had to make compromises,” said Farber.

Although it is sometimes difficult to participate in the bigger Girl Scout events that take place on Saturday, which coincides with

Shabbat, Farber’s troop thinks outside the box, customizing many of their events.

“The Girl Scout program is flexible and allows for a lot of creativity. There is no one prescribed way of doing things, which is one of the many benefits of the program,” said Farber.

For instance, Farber’s troop earned their “Simple Meals” badges by practicing kitchen skills. Going beyond the badge requirements, they also learned about nutrition labels, did a scavenger hunt for kosher food labels (hechshers) and purchased items to donate to a food pantry, enabling the girls to learn about Jewish approaches to eating and philanthropy at the same time.

“I’ve definitely benefited from being a Troop Leader, as well,” adds Farber. “This experience has helped me to hone certain skills that I wouldn’t use otherwise, it’s pushed me out of my comfort zone and it has helped me make amazing connections with other local Troop Leaders. I love being a part of this network of like-minded people!”

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BECAUSE YOU SAID

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A Warm Welcome to Our New Troop Leaders Welcome to The Girl Scout Sisterhood

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hank you for saying, “Yes” to Girl Scouts and helping girls become strong, confident and courageous future leaders. May you make lots of new friends, have loads of fun and enjoy many happy adventures on your Girl Scout Leader journey.

Thanks also to our returning leaders.

We value your continued commitment to girls and Girl Scouting.

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Nikki Ahart Nicole Aldaz Janine Andersen Elizabeth Anderson Marian Brock Andersen Danielle Atkinson Amanda Austin Jennifer Austin Marian Barnett Susan Beck Terri Becker Sonja Bellefeuille Lindsey Beller Lesley Bennett Alexis Bergman Amy Berry Bonnie Bickford Kristy Bishop Crystal Blanton Erika Bogner Brittney Bowman Corrie Boyles Kaleigh Breedlove Jaquette Brown Danielle Buck Tamika Bush Sheena Byerley Sabrina Campos Jamie Canfield Dyana Carnes Maecy Carter Nicole Carter Luz Ceballos Ashley Clark

Kimberly Cole Danelle Collier Leslie Contreras Paula Copley Pricilla Cortes Sara Cruz Jodi Cuneo Michele Davies Laurie Davis Irene Diaz-Palomo Jennifer Duncan Christina Duran-Helsel Cinnimon Edmonds Samantha Fair Tracy Fish Wendy Flood Gardenia Flores Lisa Foreman Courtland Fournier Monica Fuller Devan Garcia Briana Germundson Lea Ghishan Carol Girton Desiree Gosselink Tiffany Gowan Lori Grant Samantha Greeban Shelli Groulx Jennifer Haberlin Jane Hackett Amanda Halamka Susan Hamilton Gina Hansen Kristin Harmon Kristin Harris Neva Harris Renee Hatfield Paige HeaveySeastone Rachel Herman Corinn Herrell Lindsay Huntington Carrie Inge Shannon Jimenez Debra Johnson Laura Keith Lesly Kelly Jennifer Kelsey Sheryl Kirshenbaum Angela Konecki Karen Koziatek Kristina Kramer Lorin Lane Lori Michelle Lange Hillery Larkin Vicki Lasee Marybeth Lawson Allison Lee Wendy Logue

Heavenly Long Heather Lukich Nicole Madera Paula Martin Kelly Martinez Maria Matson Julianna Matteis Holli Matthews Jennifer McCormick Tiffany McGee Lavonne McKibben Andrena Meeks Karen Meinerz Leslie Miller Katherine Millett Joy Mitchell Madhura Mohile Cathy Mohr Tina Monacelli Jessica Moreau Wendi Nations Monica Nunez Sarah O'Connell Kristy Osgood Christina Page Lois Palmer Shanna Patchell Neelu Patil Amanda Patnaud Heather Pelanne Marin Pelletier Meredith Pierce Kayde Piotrowski Dawn Planty Marlena Pointer Alyson Popalardo Jessica Powers Lindsay Puccetti Nicole QuintanaTrujillo Kathleen Rabideau Brittany Rae Sarah Riggs Lara Rocha Kim Rodriguez Catherine Romero Tenaya Rosas Leesa Roscoe Jaclyn Rosenstein Julie Ross Ricquia Ross Erika Rowe Rachel Rubenstein Rachael Ruelas Lynn Saks Kathleen Sam Elizabeth Sandell Fatumia Sandoval Krisha Saunders Larissa Saxby

Laura Schaeffer Kelly Schonaerts Jennifer Schwartz Lynn Settell Kimberley Sheard Sheila Shramek Sabrina Simon Amanda Sinha Jamie Smith Jessica Smith Megan Smith Monica Smith Johna Spigel Amy St. Peter Kristi Stearns Marni Steinberg Hester Stewart Teresa Stokes Jennifer StoneClaiborne Kelley Stramiello Binta Sylla Zain Tartir Stacy Tavernini Baudelia Terry Gabrielle Teutupe Neepa Thakkar Holly Thell Jessie Thomas Christine Toney Carolina Torres Lesley Tsuchiya Jessica Turnock Adrienne Unger Gevey Vaughn Krista Vincent Laura Vines Leslie Walther Ursula Washington Jaime White Crystal Whitlatch Melisa Whitlock Sigrid Wilcox Stephanie Wilk Stormee Willett Barbara Williams Bridgette Wilson Janet Woods Jessica Wrubel Velda Yazzie Lua Zawacki *Reflects leaders who completed in-person welcome training from Aug.- Oct. 2017.

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Outstanding Volunteers Celebrated The Annual Adult Awards and Recognition Luncheon

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The Appreciation Pin

he Volunteer Recognition Luncheon on Nov. 11 honored outstanding volunteers for their service in the 2016-17 membership year.

In the past, this very important volunteer appreciation event was held in April in conjunction with our Annual Meeting. Based on your feedback, we decided to move it to November and make it a stand-alone event, not a tagalong. This timing also more closely aligns with our membership year.

Our new celebration was ALL about our special Council volunteers who received High Achievement Awards, Pearl Awards and/or Volunteer of Excellence Awards. Tamara Woodbury, GSACPC CEO, presented the awards to the honorees and Jennifer Hinkel, GSACPC Board Member, emceed the luncheon.

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Julie DeGraffenreid Angela Gray (not pictured)

The Honor Pin

The Girl Scout High Achievement Awards were established by Girl Scouts of the USA and are nationally recognized.

They are granted annually to volunteers who have distinguished themselves by their outstanding service in furthering the Girl Scout mission. This year, six adult volunteers received the following awards: The Appreciation Pin The recipient has given outstanding service, above and beyond the expectations for the position held, delivered to at least one Neighborhood within the Council’s jurisdiction and contributes to the Council’s goals and objectives.

Julie DeGraffenreid Angela Gray (not pictured) Phaedra Mendoza

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The Honor Pin The recipient has given outstanding service, above and beyond the expectations for the position held, delivered to two or more Neighborhoods within the Council’s jurisdiction and contributes to the Council’s goals and objectives.

Karen Meinerz Sam Smith The Thanks Badge The recipient has given truly outstanding service which benefits the total Council or the entire Girl Scout organization, and is so significantly above and beyond the call of duty that no other award would be appropriate.

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The Pearl Award is presented to Girl Scout volunteers whose actions directly support the Council’s wide range of efforts to serve girls and adults across our jurisdiction.

Volunteers are nominated by Council staff for having given countless hours developing, coordinating, assisting or serving in areas from girl program, serving on the product program team, assisting with events, and facilitating adult training, to sharing historical information with our members and serving as board members and elders to support girls across our Council.

First-time Pearl Awardees Helena Arriaga Amanda Austin Jennifer Austin Tasha Bantau Annette Benn Courtney Biller Linda Blanchett Kerry Blume Emiko Bolton Ivonne Campos

Stephanie Carriere Deanne Castle Sally Cobery Juanita Coghill Alison Colvin-Prosnier Jennifer Coon Jenny Dillard Louisa Famularo Yvonne Fortier Rebecca Francisco

Raquel Gutierrez Pam Hart Constance Higgins Marsha Johnson Angela Kelley Laura Laizure Shelly Lear Susan Liming Natasha LopezRodriquez

Oona Mada Karen McDade Deb McNelly Karen Meinrez Stephanie Melvin Jana Miranda Jean Mitofsky Charlotte Montoya Barbara Mundell Roxana Orozco

Bobbi Page Barbara Poley Karen Rhoades Michelle Rigsby Carol Risteau Priscilla Sanders Luz Sarmina Emily Schwartz Margaret SerranoFoster

Sam Smith Waleska Soto Miki (Brandi) Spellman Sandy Stratton Margarita Streicher Esther Villa Adrianna Weikel Becky Weinberg Angela Whitney

Returning Pearl Awardees Dolores Bartlett Martha Jo Billy Tammie Bohnker Pat Boykin Nancy Buell Ana Colombo Eunice DeDios Marie Edwards Phyllis Gay Kate Gookin Sarah Hall Natalie Hall-Waters Shirley Hawkins Pam Honor Andrea Keller Jeryse Kelly Lee Kline Lisa LaVoie Suzy K. Law

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Nikki Lober Joyce Maienschein Julie McKee-Ostos Sally Nelsen Jo Norris Maria Ort Sandie Patchett Mary Peralta Buzz Philliber Hootie Redwine Gabi Reil Sherry Reyes Susan Russell Mary Louise Spickerman Karen Stevenson Kay Utke Brenda Wardon Becky Whitney

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Our new celebration was ALL about our special Council volunteers who received High Achievement Awards, Pearl Awards and/or Volunteer of Excellence Awards.

Volunteer of Excellence This award is given at the Service Unit level and recognizes those volunteers who have contributed outstanding service while partnering directly with girls in any pathway to implement the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, through use of the national program portfolio.

ADOBE FLOWER Jaclyn Miller Antonia (Toni) Perkins Katrina Prentice AHWATUKEE Amanda Austin Jean Pelkey Waleska Soto CACTUS BLOOM Courtney Biller Angela Kelley Christina Lardy Jean Mitofsky Buffy Roberts CACTUS PATCH Jennifer Austin CHOLLA Kristin Baldwin Julie Buelt Nitra Hawkins Julie McKee-Ostos

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DESERT SUNSET Tiffany Calpin Karri Maloy-Rice EAST KYRENE Charlotte Montoya Miki (Brandi) Spellman HAYDEN'S FERRY Connie Higgins PAINTED SKY Helena Arriaga Jennie Coon Barbara Janssen PALO VERDE Alison Colvin-Prosnier PARADISE HILLS Julie Davidson Laura Laizure

PRESCOTT Sally Ochsner SAN TAN Tasha Bantau Stephanie Melvin Adrianna Weikel SUNNY PEAKS Jenny Dillard Nikki Lober SUNSET SKIES Becky Francisco Tera Scherer SUNSET VISTA Phaedra Mendoza Carrie Mueller Amy Wilson

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hank you to everyone who helps spread the positive message of Girl Scouting around Arizona.

Our Council has received quite a bit of media attention lately!

GSACPC Gold Awardees and Adult Volunteers have highlighted the impact of Girl Scouting in many regional publications, while the matching challenge grant from the Parsons Foundation and the Million-Dollar Day of the Girl initiative received state-wide attention around driving up financial support for girls in Arizona. When you come across positive GSACPC news stories, please share with your networks!

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he Willow Springs Program Center in Prescott was recently designated as a Certified Nature Explore Classroom, a national recognition from Nature Explore, a collaboration of Dimensions Educational Research Foundation and the Arbor Day Foundation.

The recognition is given to places committed to providing outdoor classrooms and comprehensive nature-based learning programs to connect children with nature – something Willow Springs has done for decades. Nature Explore Classrooms inspire hands-on activity, creativity, play and plenty of time exploring the natural world.

Research consistently shows that children who learn and grow in Nature Explore Classrooms exhibit enhanced concentration, develop creativity and problem-solving techniques, manage stress in healthy ways and develop skills across the spectrum of academic and creative learning. We’re very proud to receive this esteemed third-party validation and encourage you to consider Willow Springs for summer camp in 2018.

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n Aug. 21, 115 Girl Scouts, their parents and leaders journeyed to The Parsons Leadership Center to view a major celestial event.

For the first time in 40 years, a total solar eclipse was visible in parts of the United States. Girls and adults participated in fun, eclipse-themed activities and made their very own solar viewers out of cereal boxes and GS Cookie boxes! Girls had a blast participating in this unique opportunity to experience a rare solar event from the sunny skies of camp!

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he Council’s Outdoor Education team is growing. In August, the team held its first outdoor mixer at The Parsons Leadership Center, bringing together 40 new adults and older girls interested in helping more Girl Scouts get outdoors.

The day started with an early morning hike up Geronimo Trail, a short walk from the camp. After breakfast, the group took part in several outdoor skill sessions. Some practiced their knots, lashing and drumming, while others reviewed knife safety and whittling. The team will be hosting the second mixer on Jan. 6 (location tbd), and the next outdoor skills weekend at Shadow Rim Ranch March 9-11. For more on how to get involved, email oeinterest@girlscoutsaz.org.

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THIN MINT SPRINT 2017

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t was a great turnout at Kiwanis Park in Tempe for our 6th Annual Thin Mint Sprint.

More than 350 Girl Scouts, families and friends showed up for healthy exercise and just plain fun. The Council Shop and Product Program Teams were on hand to make information, products and resources available to attendees. A big thank you goes out to all partner vendors who supported the event: Arizona Cardinals, Arizona Coyotes, Arizona Sugar Glider Rescue, As You Wish, ASU Sun Devil Athletics, Athleta, Blue Cross Blue Shield, i.d.e.a. museum, Goodwill, Isagenix, and Kiwanis Recreation Center.

Another 70+ Girl Scouts, families and friends took part in the local Thin Mint Sprint held in Holbrook!

A big pat on the back goes to all the day’s participants – what a great way to stay active and teach girls about healthy living.

From top: Girl Scouts in Holbrook dressed up and ready to run; Troop 194 getting ready to go; Mommy-daughter time; The Cardinals’ Big Red joined the fun and was taking lots of selfies; Holbrook runners warming up at starting line.

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n Oct. 21, nearly 200 Service Unit Cookie Volunteers and girls gathered at The Parsons Leadership Center to spend the day getting ready for cookie season.

This year’s keynote speaker, Amy Lynch, worked with girls and volunteers on Generational Theory.

For the first time in American history there are four generations working side by side: Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X and Millennials. Generational theory looks at the differences in how each generation communicates.

Lynch is the creator of Generation Intelligence that advocates organizations “harness the energy of this phenomenal period of accelerated change.” She is author of Gen IQ: Generational Intelligence for an Age of Disruption.

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Lynch worked with girls and volunteers to develop skills to create an innovative culture in their Service Units through understanding the four very different generations working together in the Cookie Program. Her ideas gave a fresh and progressive spin to the conversation on managing a Service Unit Cookie Team.

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ver 650 people attended the 2017 Fall Product Program Kick-Off at The Parsons Leadership Center.

Participants tasted Fall Product, practiced archery, attended a Cosplay Workshop, ate cotton candy, swam, and enjoyed girl program stations that were designed, led, and executed by girls.

Thank you to all the troops and volunteers who helped make this a fun and successful event: Troops 220, 419, 468, 485, 578, 663, 663, 866, 1033, 1395, 1411, 1557, 1602, 1688, 1860, 2188, 2216, and 2731.

And Michelle Carnal, Sam and Juliette Mitchell, Jan Mossman, Sandie Patchett, Barbara Rivera, Jamie Snethen, and Brenda Wardon.

Barbara Rivera created a fun slide show of the event that is posted on YouTube at bit.ly/GSFall17.

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Pam Honor, Ana Colombo, GSACPC CEO Tamara Woodbury, Brenda Wardon, GSUSA CEO Sylvia Acevedo, Jeryse Kelly and Melissa Siaotong

G.I.R.L 2017 GSUSA National Convention

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undreds of Girl Scout delegates—both girls and adults—traveled from across the United States to represent their councils and the Girl Scout Movement at the 54th National Council Session in Columbus, Ohio during the first week of October.

GSACPC was represented by six adult delegates and five girl delegates along with 22 other visitors from Arizona.

At this meeting, delegates are responsible for influencing the strategic direction of the Movement by providing guidance to the Girl Scouts of the USA Board of Directors, whether that be in the form of electing new board members, amending the Constitution, or proposing positive

change. This year a proposal was passed setting lifetime membership dues at $200 for anyone who was a registered Girl Scout member before the age of 18 and is currently under the age of 30. Other adults will pay $400 to become a lifetime member.

G.I.R.L. 2017, which followed, was an epic event—and the LARGEST girl-led event in the world! Every G.I.R.L. (Go-getter,

Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader) ™ had unforgettable experiences as they got inspired, gained tools to empower themselves, while connecting with some of the most influential women in the world along the way.

Accomplished public figures such as Chelsea Clinton, Gabby Douglas, Barbara Pierce Bush, Mae Jemison, joined G.I.R.L. 2017 throughout the weekend, leading panels and intimate breakout sessions on the pressing issues facing girls today.

Where else can thousands of go-getters, innovators, risk-takers, and leaders gather to spark change and make the world a better place?

Girl Scouts, of course!

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Cookie Words of WISDOM

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hen Daisy Troop Leader Kelly Chang finished her first cookie season this year, she wrote down all the lessons she learned and things she wished she’d known from the start. She generously agreed to share her list in hopes it might help other leaders, especially first-timers…

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Create a Digital Cookie site and download the app. The girls in my troop that created a Digital Cookie site sold 50% more cookies on average than those girls who didn’t– since they could process payments online.

Utilize effective workplace walkabouts. If you can sell at someone’s workplace, do a walkabout. Let the Girl Scout take her wagon to the office and walk around selling. A Girl Scout is going to sell a lot more cookies than a parent.

Don’t underestimate the value of a neighborhood walkabout. I took my Daisy on a couple of walkabouts. We spent a total of about 3 hours and sold a total of about 30 packages. It may not seem like much, but my 6-year-old earned an average of $9/hour for her troop.

Follow the GSACPC Cookie Manual guidance on stocking for a booth. This was written by Girl Scouts who have sold at booths a time or two, so they know what they are talking about. Every booth is different, but all my troop’s booths sold very close to the ratios listed in the manual.

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Ensure the cookie goal is girl-led. Make sure your troop or daughters know and are passionate about what they are earning money for. When my Daisies started talking about our service project, people were excited to help them achieve their goal.

Talk about where your troop is donating cookies. There are lots of people that don’t want too many cookies, or can’t have them. Last year, a diabetic gentleman donated two cases of cookies to U.S. troops after one of my Girl Scouts told him all about how our troop was working with Luke AFB to ship cookies to deployed soldiers. He almost walked away without buying any cookies, since he couldn’t eat them. Instead, he walked back to our booth and asked if we accepted credit cards.

Help girls create a lanyard that lists Girl Scout Cookie flavors and prices.

With just a little help from their parents, my 5 and 6-year-old Daisies talked to customers, calculated total amount due, and made change.

People loved seeing the girls really taking control of their sales and they were happy to spend their money on delicious cookies to encourage girls in developing their skills.

Do not meet in a public place to collect cookie money from parents. I had one meeting at a Starbucks. Nine parents met me that night to turn in cookie money. I ended up walking out of Starbucks with money bursting from the envelope. Instead, try to meet somewhere more private, like someone’s house, to collect money.

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HAVE FUN!! Cookie season is long – there’s a lot of money to count, trips to the bank, and sales to log. We are all in it together. Remember to look around occasionally and really enjoy just how amazing these girls are at their very first job. Watch as the outgoing girl talks up every customer and increases each sale by a box or two. Watch your shy girl, who doesn’t talk at meetings, talk to customers about her favorite cookie or her service project. These moments are what the Cookie Program is all about.

Take a Tip from Kelly and Join #WalkaboutWednesdays Every Wednesday during cookie season, GSACPC will host a drawing from social media posts for a $25 restaurant gift card.

To enter: Take a picture while on your walkabout after school Post it on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter

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Customers can enter, too! They can snap a photo (with permission) of their neighborhood GS entrepreneur selling them cookies at home.

GSACPC staff will do a random drawing from the social posts each week and notify winners directly.

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2018 Cookie Program Awards Girl Scouts—Arizona Cactus–Pine Council

160+ Troop PGA on the Initial Order (1 shirt per girl & 1 adult shirt per troop).

3 Additional t-shirts may be ordered at $7 each.

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Participation 15-49 Packages

Bandana 50-79 Packages

Pillowcase 80-99 Packages

Sunglasses & Earbud Pouch 100-134 Packages

Journal OR $5 Program Credits 135-189 Packages

Turtle Plush OR Sports Pack OR $6 Program Credits 190-239 Packages

Weekender Tote OR $6 Program Credits 240-324 Packages

Bluetooth Speaker OR Chair to Go OR $10 Program Credits 325-424 Packages

DIGITAL COOKIE Cookie Techie Patch Create Website & Send 25 Emails

Mermaid Blanket & Cup OR Snorkel Set/Fins OR $15 Program Credits 425-524 Packages

Light Up Awesome Sign Sell 200 or more packages online

Super Seller Club

COOKIES FOR THE COMMUNITY Super Seller Patch & 2 Tickets to a Private Event at Sunsplash Including lunch & swimming May 5, 2018 OR $25 Program Credits 525-624 Packages

Gigantic 9’ Sea Turtle Pool Raft OR $25 Program Credits 625-724 Packages

Goal Getter Patch & Canopy Shelter & 2 Tickets to OdySea Aquarium Set of Two Beach 60”x78” Beach Mat Includes breakfast May 6, 2018 Lounge Chairs OR OR $75 Program Credits OR $50 Program Credits $25 Program Credits 1250-1499 Packages 1000-1249 Packages 725-999 Packages

Voucher for $300 towards 2018 Summer Camp OR $150 Program Credits 1500-1749 Packages

Pointe Hilton at Squaw Peak Staycation Family of Four June 23rd, 2018 OR $175 Program Credits 1750-1999 Packages

Mighty Mints Club

Dolphin Water Experience at Dolphinaris & Luncheon Girl & Chaperone May 6, 2018 OR $200 Program Credits 2000-2249 Packages

Sell 25 or more packages of Council Cookies for the Community & receive a Girl Designed Patch.

VOLUNTEER REWARD

By the Girl & Adult Advisory Committees

Sell 250 more packages (2250) & & upgrade your Dolphin Experience* OR $50 in Program Credits

Sedona Camping Weekend & Pink Jeep Tour & Cookout Experience Family of Four June 15-17, 2018 OR $250 in Program 2500-2999 Packages

Volunteer Patch 2 Per Troop

Starting at 4150+, girls will earn $25 in Program Credits for every additional 150 packages sold Instant Camera, Coleman Cooler & Spikeball Combo Game OR $300 in Program Credits 3000-3149 Packages

Camp Surf & Surfboard (Juniors & Above) Girl & Chaperone OR Summer 2018 $400 Program Credits 4000+ Packages

COOKIE PIN Reminder: Stop by the Council Shop to purchase the 2018 Cookie Sale pin.

Brand/Style may vary on reward items. Many products are Girl Scout branded. *See website for detailed description of all items and reward details. Rewards are cumulative.

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ling your booth, dress up your wagon, and take Flat Stacie along. Design a patch, create a video, and find the Mystery House. What fun! Find entry and prize details at girlscoutsaz.org/cookie-contests.

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ix girls nationwide, one per Girl Scout grade level, will be named GSUSA’s Top Cookie Pro, and will take a trip to NYC and be featured on the Girl Scout Cookie box! Registered Girl Scouts enter to win by completing a Cookie Pro resume online.

Visit girlscouts.org/cookiepro for entry details and contest rules.

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Mark Your Calendar: Important Cookie Dates DEC.

Troop Cookie Managers train girls and parents/ guardians

JAN. 13

Cookie Kick-Off at Grand Canyon University

JAN. 15-19

Cookie delivery in extended areas

JAN. 20-21

Cookie delivery in Metro Phoenix areas

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Cookie Program begins

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Cookie Program ends

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Cookie Reward events, Cookie Rewards arrive

We believe the Girl Scout Laws are the best source of guidance for the Cookie Program: I will do my best to be honest and fair - I don’t take cookie orders before the start date of the cookie program. friendly and helpful - I say “please” when asking a customer to buy cookies and “thank you” after they buy them. I am helpful by describing the different types of cookies and how we plan to use the funds we raise. considerate and caring - I only take as many cookies as I can sell and only sign up for the booths that I can attend. I don’t expect someone else to sell my leftover cookies.

courageous and strong - I smile and say “thank you,” even if a customer doesn’t purchase Girl Scout Cookies from me. and responsible for what I say and do - every week, I turn in my cookie money and let my troop know how many cookies I have left to sell. and to respect myself and others - I am always on my best behavior at cookie booths and on walkabouts. respect authority - I follow the rules set by my Troop Leaders and parents. I am respectful of the businesses that allow us to booth in front of their stores and am always friendly to their customers.

use resources wisely - I set realistic individual goals and troop goals. I also help the environment by recycling empty cookie boxes. make the world a better place - I support our community by participating in the Cookies for the Community donation program and service projects funded by our troop proceeds. and be a sister to every Girl Scout - I support my Girl Scout sisters in their cookie sales. And I know some of the money I help raise will benefit all my Girl Scout sisters in our Council so that we can enjoy Girl Scout programs in safe and fun environments.

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elling cookies is an exciting program that provides girls with lasting skills and valuable memories.

Cookie Kick-Off at Grand Canyon University Save the date! Jan. 13 is our annual Cookie Kick-Off at a Grand Canyon University men’s basketball game.

Enjoy a pre-game workshop, original cookie inspired games, and $1 pizza slices. See details at girlscoutsaz.org/cookies

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The Girl Scout Leadership Experience gives girls a variety of experiences. Girls earn badges, go on exciting trips, explore the outdoors, work on community service projects, and yes, sell cookies. Many people think of the Cookie Program as just another fundraiser, but it’s so much more. Beyond learning important life skills, the Girl Scout Cookie Program is the only income generating program where the girls, who earn the proceeds, decide how to spend their troop’s portion of the proceeds.

When girls have a voice, and can help to decide what to do with

the money earned, they become courageous, confident, and empowered to make the world a better place.

By participating in the Cookie Program, girls learn to: • Set and reach goals • Manage money • Become an ethical leader • Make good decisions • Ask for what they want and listen to others You can help girls develop these leadership skills by becoming an advocate for their cookie selling experience: work with your Girl Scout to set goals and develop a

strategy to reach them; buy cookies from a Girl Scout you don’t know; or reach out to a Troop Leader to find out what help they need.

There are many ways to champion the program, from chaperoning booths, counting cookies boxes, to encouraging a girl struggling to complete her sales pitch, we can all boost the Girl Scout Cookie Program!

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Always smile, even if you are tired and grumpy from working a long day.

You must get through all the “no’s” to get to yes!

Always up-sell.

If someone can’t eat them, offer the donation option – Cookies for the Community.

Have cookies with you at all times. You never know when someone will want some!

When someone says, “I don’t have any cash,” say, “That’s ok, I take cards!”

Dazzle your customer with your wit! A customer was going to buy one box, but only had a $20 bill. Maya said, “Are you sure you want to carry all that change in your pocket?” The customer was surprised and bought a second box. She looked at Maya’s dad and asked, “Do you teach her this stuff?” Maya’s Dad said, “Nope, that’s a Maya original!”

Maya Hernandex, Troop 1591, sold 4,016 packages!

Our Cookie Dessert Challenge is back!

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t’s our 5th year! For those not as familiar with this buzz-generating event, we’ve put together frequently asked questions to get you up to speed.

What is the Girl Scout Cookie Dessert Challenge?

Chefs from some of the state’s most popular restaurants use their culinary prowess to re-imagine one of the beloved flavors of Girl Scout Cookies – Do-Si-Dos, Samoas, Tagalongs, Thin Mints, Trefoils, and Savannah Smiles – into a custom dessert menu item. Each participating restaurant dessert is featured on its menu during the month of February with a portion of the proceeds from each dessert sold directly supporting GSACPC.

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Why is the Dessert Challenge important?

In addition to reaching the restaurant’s networks of diners, this program generates considerable media exposure, and keeps our Council in the news and reminds people to buy Girl Scout Cookies!

How will girls be involved?

Girls are involved as Media Ambassadors on local TV and radio. Sometimes, participating restaurants provide cookie boothing space on their property. These opportunities are made available through Council-scheduled booths on ebudde.

We also encourage Girl Scouts to make their own dessert creation, share it on our Facebook page and tag the post with #DessertChallenge.

I know a restaurant that wants to participate. How can I get them involved?

In 2017, we had 29 restaurants in Phoenix and Flagstaff participate. Restaurants sign up for the program in the fall. If you know a restaurant that should be considered, please email marcom@girlscoutsaz.org and we will put them on the notification list for the following year. All interested restaurants should be made aware that challengers pay to participate and buy the cookies for their desserts. In addition, they contribute a portion of their proceeds from dessert sales to GSACPC. Starting in January, stay up-to-date with restaurant participants, desserts, and media coverage at girlscoutsaz.org/dessertchallenge.

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irl Scouts is about giving girls opportunities to get outdoors, appreciate nature and challenge themselves.

GSACPC has many programs that allow girls to step outside of their everyday comfort zone and explore the world around them. Two of these programs, ASPIRE Academy and Discover Aviation, give girls a deep dive into careers that are historically male-dominated.

ASPIRE Academy is a four-day adventure that gives girls a heart-pumping public safety experience. Real-life training is taught by local police, fire and homeland safety professionals.

The next Academy is March 11-14, 2018. Register online at www.girlscoutsaz.org/activities.

Discover Aviation allows girls to soar to new heights. Female pilots teach navigation and flight techniques to girls, who pilot a small

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plane at the end of the program. Watch for a Girls Can Fly program in March and sessions at Willow Springs next summer.

Our Summer Camp sessions offer other exciting adventures. Here’s a sampling: Riv it Up – A river rafting voyage that takes girls down the San Miguel or San Juan River.

Secret Agent Academy – A 6-day adventure to learn about camouflage, building fire without matches, stealth tactics, and self-defense techniques.

Just Around the River Bend – Gain in-depth canoeing skills on Goldwater Lake.

More at girlscoutsaz.org/camp.

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Inspired to Lead

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have gone to summer camp for seven years now and every summer I see myself growing more and more. My first summer at camp I decided I wanted to be a Counselor in Training (CIT) when I was old enough. I saw the CITs at campfire singing their songs and loving every moment.

That inspired me.

I jumped at the chance as soon as the opportunity opened up. "Plaid" became my new persona and it was fun living it. At school, I tend to be on the quieter side and would never perform, but camp allows me to open up to be loud and a performer. The environment is super positive because everyone follows the

Girl Scout Law, just like I do. Nothing makes me happier than getting up in front of a campfire, performing a skit, and seeing the little girls’ smiles. Those smiles mean a lot because I know

I am inspiring them to be a CIT, just like I was inspired years before sitting in those same seats.

—“Plaid” was a CIT I at Shadow Rim and CIT II at Willow Springs.

IS A SUMMER CAMP JOB IN YOUR FUTURE?

The 2nd Annual Get Out Challenge is Coming!

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et ready for more adventures that will challenge your outdoor skills, while working on badges, Journeys, and Take Action projects.

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Know someone who likes the outdoors and working with girls?

Suggest they consider working at one of our four camps this summer. Job description and online application at girlscoutsaz.org/employment.

GSACPC begins reviewing applications in February.

Form a team, set your goal to earn points, get outside, complete and record your activities, and become a part of our ambitious explorer patch leagues! Teams can be individual girls, families, and/or troops.

The Challenge will run March 1 to April 30, so be on the lookout for Council-led activities, special events and Challenge registration on our website!

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MY STORY LEADER

Leadership, confidence, sisterhood Emma Horn, Girl Advisory Member for the Council’s Board of Directors

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hile reflecting on this past year, I started to think — What has Girl Scouts given me? What have I learned? What have I gained?

A few words kept coming to mind: leadership, confidence, sisterhood.

My mom enrolled me in Girl Scouts when I was in kindergarten, and I stuck with it because of the great friends and connections I made. But what I didn’t realize at the time was that I was learning important skills. Like getting along with people, persistence, a willingness to try and fail and try again. These are skills I use today and that will stay with me throughout my life.

Of course, at every level, Girl Scouts has given me the opportunity to grow and try new things — from earning badges to completing my project for the Silver Award.

Early on Girl Scouts exposed me to STEM– with math and logistical programs that helped me find my true passion: engineering. These projects really did help shape this passion.

When I got to high school I enrolled in engineering classes. I was one of only three girls in those classes. I felt alone, like I wasn’t good enough or smart enough to be there. I was afraid to chime in, ask questions – all fears that so many girls go through. But then I remembered all the things I’ve learned and the challenges I’ve overcome in the past. And I thought to myself: I can do this. I deserve this, I am smart enough to be here.

That confidence comes directly from Girl Scouting – learning to sell cookies and speak to people I didn’t know, setting my own sales

goals and then surpassing them, having the courage to take on a difficult project and the discipline to finish it to earn my Silver Award. If I could do those things, then I could do other hard things. I knew I had it in me. Knowing what I had already achieved helped me overcome my doubts. Now I not only speak up in class, but I am the leader for class projects.

Over and over again I see this confidence come out in me and it is a direct result of the time I spend in Girl Scouts. And I still have two more years to go. I spend a lot of my free time mentoring and spending time with other girls. I cherish my time with younger Girl Scouts and want to give them the same great experiences I had when I was younger. I want them to find their place in the world. I’m beginning to work on my Gold Award project.

It’s a lot of work, but I know I can do it.

So what’s my favorite part about Girl Scouts? Besides my friends and our strong sisterhood Girl Scouts has helped me believe in myself and be myself. I know I can overcome challenges. And through Girl Scouts I’ve found my passion – engineering.

I want every girl to have this. No matter where you’re from, who you are, Girl Scouts should be there for you, just like it was for me.

Girl Scouts unites us and empowers us, and helps us see that we are valuable, we have a lot to give and we can make a difference in the world. I’m so proud to be a part of this sisterhood.

Emma Horn is a sophomore at Desert Vista High School. She has been a Girl Scout for 11 years and is a Senior Girl Scout in Troop 665 in Ahwatukee. She currently serves as a Girl Advisory Member to our Council’s Board of Directors.

Through Girl Scouts, I’ve found my passion – engineering.

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CHAMPIONS for GIRLS

Million-Dollar Day of the Girl We Raised $1 Million in One Day!

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n celebration of the International Day of the Girl on Wednesday, Oct. 11, GSACPC brought the community together for the Million-Dollar Day of the Girl Challenge, to highlight the power of local Girl Scouting.

We raised $1 million for the Campaign for Girls in Arizona through several events across the Valley. Thanks to generous matching grants from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation and others, donations to the Council were quadrupled throughout the day.

The day started with a breakfast for 240 people and by 10 a.m. we had reached the halfway point to our goal. Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton and Councilwoman Kate Gallego, a Girl Scout alumna, attended the breakfast and presented an official proclamation naming Oct. 11 the Day of the Girl in Phoenix. Stanton underlined the importance of supporting girls and women, saying, “We are so grateful for the “There is a straight line between community’s support in helping the success of Girl Scouts and the us accomplish this immense success of our economy.” goal – the most money we’ve ever raised in a single day in our 81-year The day ended with a reception at history in Arizona,” The Bob & Renee Parsons Leadership Center where Mr. and Mrs. Parsons offered a toast to the power of Girl Scouts and pledged to continue their ongoing support. GSACPC CEO Tamara Woodbury officially welcomed the Parsons into the Girl Scout family as lifetime members!

“We are so grateful for the community’s support in helping us accomplish this immense goal – the most money we’ve ever raised in a single day in our 81-year history in Arizona,” Tamara said. “And a very special thanks to The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation for their ongoing support.”

The day-long push included an email and social media campaign showcasing how Girl Scouts teaches girls to empower themselves and unleash their inner G.I.R.L (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader), making an impact on their communities and beyond. Thank you to everyone who shared their story on this day – together we paint an impactful picture of Girl Scouting!

Our thanks to the more than 400 generous supporters who helped From top left: Troops 436 and 1606 kicked off the morning with 3TV/CBS5 AZ make the day a success, including USAA, Becker & House, The Arizona Family media segments; Betty and John O. Whiteman announced a $50,000 gift Diamondbacks, The Arizona Cardinals, The Phoenix Suns, Betty and at breakfast!; GSACPC CEO Tamara Woodbury celebrating with past Board Chair Margaret Serrano-Foster, Board Chair Teri Kelley and Bob and Renee Parsons; Troop John O. Whiteman, The Margaret T. Morris Foundation, Deb Gullett 1606 - aka Diva Droids - with State Representative Heather Campbell and State and Jackie Norton. Several local companies including Fair Trade Café, Senator Kate McGee; Reception co-host and GSACPC Board Member Gay Meyer Mother Bunch Brewing Co., Practical Art, Sutra Studios and Changing sharing her story; Deanna Salazar shared her Girl Scout stories; Members of Troop Hands Bookstores also participated in the day.

436 with GSACPC CEO Tamara Woodbury

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The Bob & Renee Parsons Challenge Grant We are continuing our efforts to raise the remaining funds needed to take full advantage of the $1.6 million matching grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. The Foundation will match all donations received by Dec. 31, 2017, dollar-for-dollar, up to $1.6 million. To donate, visit girlscoutsaz.org/campaign.

Badge Bash Becomes a

BIG BANG!

O The Founder’s Challenge a Success It’s official – there’ll be a cabin named after Juliette Gordon Low at The Bob and Renee Parsons Leadership Center.

As the founder of Girl Scouting, Juliette Gordon Low was a true visionary. Her impact on the lives of girls continues as millions of girls experience the power of Girl Scouting. We are proud to honor her leadership at our local camp, ensuring girls in Arizona will be reminded of her enduring legacy.

Thanks to everyone who made this possible by supporting the Founder’s Challenge. Girls, volunteers, troops, service units, parents, family, and friends all stepped up to make this challenge a success.

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ur first-ever Badge Bash, on Nov. 3, was lots of fun. More than 400 guests experienced camp like a Girl Scout. Each guest received a sash and earned “patches” and “badges” while participating in learning activities provided by our generous sponsors.

Activities included a pound sticks class hosted by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, sampling healthy food and beverages by Isagenix, and creating a camp name with The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation.

Companies and individuals came in “troops,” wearing construction hats, matching shirts, or other matching gear. Guests dined on “glampy” cuisine at long community tables under the stars on the play field. A short program about the power of Girl Scouting was followed by s’mores around the campfire.

Lorraine Bergman, Pit Lucking and Old Republic National Title were honored for the examples they set by their community involvement and for making this world a better place.

Many thanks to all our sponsors for support and fun activities: Isagenix, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation, APS, ASU Rob and Melani Walton Sustainability Solution Initiatives, As You Wish, Ashdon Farms, QSP, ATS, Arizona Cardinals, Crisis Network, Design Works Gaming, Enterprise, Estrella Women’s Group, Lyft, Old Republic National Title, Pioneer Title, SRP, Thomas Title & Escrow, Toyota Financial Services, YB Company, Clear Title, Santorini Homes, and AC Land.

Thank you to the Badge Bash Host Committee for their planning and efforts to putting on this firstever event.

Save the Date for our 2nd Annual Badge Bash – Nov. 2, 2018.

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RECOGNITION High Awards

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Girl Scout Bronze Award

irl Scout Bronze Award is a leadership adventure and the highest honor a Girl Scout Junior can achieve.

After completing a Journey, a girl and her team find and research a problem in their community. They plan and complete a Take Action Project that will address the root cause of the problem, look to see how others have solved similar problems, develop more confidence, meet new people, and have the kind of fun that happens when working with other Girl Scouts to make a difference in their community.

July 19, 2017 – Oct. 30, 2017 there were 34 different Bronze Award Take Action project reports submitted for the following 174 Bronze Award recipients.

Troop 18 Elora Barham Molly Black Lillian Daskam M'tima Hamilton Sabrina Pennella Maddy Sieffert Emily Stockwell Raquel Storts Riley Tackett Erica Walliser Troop 181 Tori Tillman Hovel Lauren Severns Kayla Wolfe Troop 210 Sophia Cordero Aurora Myers Ella Nuesse Isabella Subject Troop 225 Lea Caraway Emily Larson Mikyla Lazurek Annie Relkin Laci Taddeo Troop 252 Kylee Boyse Madison Brown Izabela Forbes

Elizabeth Laymon Hannah McNett Lilly Winterich

Cassidy Ensign Jayna Kurtz Johnnie Spain

Troop 293 Jazlynn Armenta Alinne Granda Giana Salvador Joanna Zaragoza

Troop 480 Sophia Berumen Tara Bird Athena Lopez Kirsten Wilcox

Troop 362 Lauryn Hardaway Jayla Richardson

Troop 509 Teylah Beeson Emily Chambers Brianna Filewicz Madison Fink Emma Harpster Kaydence Myers Rylee Sanders Caitlin Sutter Olivia Tell

Troop 368 Lundon Aaby Kendall Alosi Kaitlyn Brown Shaylee Dowell Abagail Locke Sasha Troyky Lauren Wagner Terra Wells Sofia Winter

Troop 529 Felicia Foldes Skyrah Wilmer

Troop 415 Chloe Boyles KayLee Brunson Maya Harriss Alexandra Nelson Lilianna Roberts

Troop 542 Eliza Baker Jacqueline Lever Harmony Newsham Ava Short Jocelyn Verfurth

Troop 427 Kyra Akers

Troop 558 Ariannah Pucillo

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Roslyn Silka Troop 681 Renee Ganstrom Keira Gawthrope Madeleine Mathews Samantha Mccarty Madison Rexinger Kaitlyn Romero Troop 761 Ariana Casillas Ayla Gray Emily McGee Troop 772 Nevaeh Drummond Mary Kostas Sydney Taulbee Madeline Wyatt Troop 897 Audrey Betts Avery Burkett Brinley Burkett Caylin Burkett Emma Dobosz Avi Gentry Gracie Hacker Grace Ihrke Ashlyn Latella Sofia Page Alexandra Rollier Julia Rother

Laney Stevens Anaya Suarez Ella Yori Troop 1355 Morgan Garcia Svetlana Popova Makenna Rogers Lydia Valdez Troop 1481 Aralyn Brennan Troop 1523 Maggie Allyn Megan Ash Michelle Ash Ivy Czudak Jasmyn Gade Ruthie Gibbs Mariah Licea Sydney Reeves Karli Ruhnau Troop 1563 Mayzee Lipps Jessica Mayes Julieanna Petrosky Makenzie Rammell Emma Sisk Troop 1651 Deana Drinovsky Lillian Gleason Jocelyn Kearney Hayleah Wilson Troop 1873 Kylie Francis Maya Gearheart Julia Gomez Sarah Johnson Faith Kroening Sabrina McCorkle Mia Mellor Helen Nesbitt Fiona Quigley Olivia Schuman Ireland Shay Ashley Simmons Sarah Taylor Talia Udelman Haley Van Walleghan Keira Warner

Sage Whinery Troop 1860 Brynnleigh Warren Troop 2152 Melaney Baratta Maryn Calpin Avery Clayden Giavanna Urias Troop 2176 Makayla Brown Emrie Fast-Clark Sophie Gastelum Millie Gastelum Rileigh Jackson Alixandra Knight Alanah Reynes Troop 2189 Jordan Bivens Reagan Conti Emily Dominguez Natalie Horky Kendall Mack Addi Morris Emma Nance Hannah Roberts Sofia Santos Daniya Siddiqui Sophia Sperling Cami Whitesides Troop 2373 Piper Adamo Sadie Dunn Gwen Satterfield Mirabel Satterfield Alex Wang Troop 2794 Audrianna Kleiner Troop 3006 Emma Jones Bryce Watson Troop 3297 Kennedy Castro Miribelle Foust Troop 3479 Jillian Warring

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Award

RECOGNITION High Awards Girl Scout Silver Award

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he highest award a Girl Scout Cadette can earn, the Silver Award gives a girl the chance to show she is a leader who is organized, determined, and dedicated to improving her community. After completing a Cadette Journey, girls look around their community and discover something they can change for the better. In a small team, girls working on their Silver Award make a plan to Take Action on the root cause of the problem they discovered and researched. They put their plan into motion, demonstrate an understanding of sustainability in the project plan, connect with others outside their immediate neighborhood, learn how others have solved similar problems and determine if the ideas of others can help with their plan. They share what they have learned with others.

July 15, 2017 – Oct. 30, 2017, the following 123 Silver Award recipients addressed 9 different problems in their communities through 46 Take Action projects.

Troop 47 Kathryn Neumann Troop 80 Yumna Ahmed Hafsah Ahsan Falak Asif Noor El-Gendy Dalaal Sabbah Jeanine Sabbah Izma Syed Troop 161 Rylin Mazza Amy Strohmeyer Troop 175 Alexandra Brauer Claire Corley Lauren Jarvise Avi Pyers Reagan Terwillige Troop 289 Alexia Moreno Troop 294 Ella Werre

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Troop 485 Elaine Apple Alesandra Reyes Ruah Seeders Troop 531 Jaden Chol Kayleigh Hiatt Troop 548 Lailah Jones Bethany Ramirez Troop 550 Isabella Sechrest Troop 576 Barbara Drejza Jillian Flitton Rowan Newmeyer Vivian Stich Troop 613 Emily Cockerham Julianne Cupone Elizaida Hembree Elizabeth Henderson Jenna McAnerney

Jade Scott Dru Smart

Troop 1128 Kaitlyn Kovaly

Troop 745 Kelsey Bryant Annika Buelt Hali Gladish Clare Hoddy Eve Wodarcyk

Troop 1177 Hannah Johnson

Troop 866 Natalia Cantu LeAnna Clipper Kendra Gorman Katherine Lopez Kendra Mounts Stephanie Name Troop 1033 Hailey Crosson Maddelyn Gibson Noelle Hamon Isabelle Marceles Paige Server Troop 1114 Cienna Jaime Jacey Salisbury

Troop 1247 Julie Nutter

Troop 1481 Seanna Brennan Kandice Cleland Oliva Stone

Madeline Greenhalgh Eden Nilsson Ellie Nilsson Emma Rankin

Troop 1506 Samantha Diaz Felicia Fraizer-Bisner Mariah Ganstrom Cambria Pocano Abigail Young

Troop 2186 Lindsey Bell Grace Cusick Isabella Lucido Ava Naffah Karissa Ochoa

Troop 1567 Annika Chung

Troop 2230 Madison Bateman Emily Lefrois Jennifer Santee

Troop 1618 Lauren Butler Bergen Chamblee Isabelle LePine Rachel Libby Troop 1642 Katy Cornacchio Katie Corzo Abby Gerdis Shanti Oza Faith Westley Troop 1677 Hannah McEntarffer Olivia Santellanes Troop 1866 Emma Setteducato Paige Shank

Troop 1323 Natalie Albin Gabrielle Allara Oiivia Anastasi Samantha Francis Cassie Valencia Katie Valencia Lauren Valencia

Troop 1943 Emily Clayden Brooke Ruiz

Troop 1371 Alina Boorse Maya Channer Amelia Luadtke Madelyn Wahl

Troop 2013 Sarah Turner

Troop 1395 Madeline Gibson Marissa Maser Simone Meinerz

Troop 2256 Hannah Dempsey Troop 2611 Jessica Schuchman Troop 2639 Cylee Hansen Marley Welch Troop 2731 Teara Martin Troop 2918 Ingrid Chung Troop 4575 Emma Rice Troop 9649 Breanna Greene IGM Felicia Harris

Troop 1966 Breanna Brewer Aleena Jenkins Iran Lopez Cervantes

Troop 2016 Siri Kopparapu Troop 2023 Elizabeth Waypa Troop 2178 Alyssa Bradley

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Tributes/Memorials In Memory of

In Honor of

Barbara Deshler Anderson Harriet Redwine Martha Bethancourt Diane Jackson Juanita L. Brodersen ("Chickadee") Martha Brodersen Judy Christofferson Rebecca Weinberg Kathryn Cromley Paul Cromley Beth Elliott Aleah & Justin Bradovich Margaret Ann Gorslin Carol Gorslin Virginia Payan Don Moodie Polly Thomas Mary Talley Paulette Brown Gina Van Buskirk Cactus Trails Service Unit

Doris Berry Virginia Counts June Durham Juli Queen Makayla Feinman Chantie Feinman Amanda Goodman Fessler Anonymous Eleanor Fessler Anonymous Ellie Fessler Bill & Amanda Fessler William A. Hefner, Jr. Ethel Hoffman Margaret Hennesey Carol Ackerson Amelia Lober Nicole Lober Pit Lucking Ann D. Goodman Marissa Maser Michele Maser Mina Jaylyn Norton Adwyna Norton The Palmieri Family Karen Palmieri Gabrielle "Bucky" Raskin Kim & Bruce Raskin Linda Shirk Maya & TR Smith Troop 2495 Leaders Dar, Mel, Michelle Matthew J Thesing

Bring the Magic of Camp to More Girls!

At Girl Scout camp, girls unplug from the everyday, explore the outdoors, take risks and grow as leaders.

Our camp programs are designed to fulfill Girl Scout Leadership Experience outcomes, while giving girls a safe place to try new and exciting activities.

Your contribution, in any amount, will help provide a camp experience to girls who would not otherwise have the opportunity to discover camp.

Gift a campership at girlscoutsaz.org/give today!

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Gift cards are available at the Council Shop at The Parsons Leadership Center, 1611 E. Dobbins Rd., Phoenix, 85042.

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