2018 GSCSNJ Program Guide by Girl Scouts of Central & Southern NJ

2018

Program Guide

1 | general

our mission Girl Scout Promise girl scout law

our locations

Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. On my honor, I will try: To serve God and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the Girl Scout Law. I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

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East Brunswick Service Center 108 Church Lane East Brunswick, NJ 08816

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table of contents | 2

General Information Mission, Promise, & Law...................... 1 Locations................................................. 1 Table of Contents...................................2 Grade Levels...........................................3 Registration............................................ 4 quick resources At-A-Glance Calendar...........................5 Juliettes.................................................. 8 2018 Programs Outdoor Experiences............................9 Summer Camp......................................11 On Demand Programs / Badges....... 12 STEM...................................................... 13 Life Skills...............................................18 Entrepreneurship................................ 23 Events................................................... 24 Reserve a Camp Site.......................... 25 The Girl Scout Shop............................ 26 New Journeys and Badges................. 27 High Awards..........................................29 Council Social Media.......................... 30

3 | Grade levels

using this book

daisies: Grades K-1

Brownies: Grades 2-3

juniors: Grades 4-5

cadettes: Grades 6-8

seniors: Grades 9-10

Ambassadors: Grades 11-12

D|B|J|C|S|A To find activities that are designed for your Girl Scout’s age, refer to the grade level letters paired with each program’s description.

Girl Scout Daisies share and learn together as they explore their community and discover arts, nature and science. They can earn Petals and complete leadership journeys, receive participation patches as well as participate in the Cookie Program. Girl Scout Brownies work together as they complete leadership journeys, earn badges, plan field trips and make a difference in their communities. They make new friends, explore new places, and develop as leaders through a growing variety of ageappropriate activities and options. Girl Scout Juniors take the lead on their Girl Scout Journey, choosing badges that meet their interests, and expanding their horizons with trips and adventures. They develop confidence as they explore in partnership with great mentors and role models. Juniors can also earn the Girl Scout Bronze Award. Girl Scout Cadettes can participate in national events, travel excursions, and are eligible to earn the Girl Scout Silver Award. They can also work on badges that match their particular interests/talents and complete special Cadette leadership journeys. Best of all, they’ll take on more responsibility for their activities and learn to set goals. Girl Scout Seniors plan their own activities with support from adult advisors and learn to be a leader by serving as a role model for younger girls. Through completion of Senior leadership journeys, they are eligible to work on the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest honor in Girl Scouting. They may also travel to national and international events. Girl Scout Ambassadors can complete special Ambassador leadership journeys. They are also eligible to earn the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest honor in Girl Scouting, which qualifies them for college scholarships! They can travel to national and international events, serve in leadership capacities at a council or national level, and even work as a Girl Scout camp staff member.

Registration | 4

How to register Register online today To register, visit gscsnj.org and click on the eBiz button at the top right corner above the search bar of the home page. The online registration system shows you real time availability for programs; you can search by age level, program type and county. It enables you to pay online and sends you an email confirmation of your order.

eBiz

Troop Leaders: You can process program event and training registrations for girl and adult members in your troop. Parents/Guardians: To register your Girl Scout for an event, you must login to your family account using “Guardian 1”s username and password. To create a username and password click on “eBiz” and choose the “New Online Account” button. Registration questions can be directed to: customercare@gscsnj.org or (856) 795-1560 PLAN AHEAD- Registration deadlines are one to two weeks prior to the event or earlier, or when the maximum number of registrations has been received. Don’t Miss Out – Register Now!

Did you know? • Registration is on a first come, first served basis. • If an event is cancelled, registered participants will be notified. • There are no refunds for no-shows. • Possible financial assistance is available for members of GSCSNJ.

5 | programs at a glance Outdoors and Camp: Level

Paddle Bums - Canoe Racing

c/s/a

Location Date

Girl Cost Page

Burlington County

25-Mar-20-May $85 9

Dog Sled Racing D/B/J/C/S/A

Burlington County

7-Apr

$8 10

Spring Brownie Badge Duet

Middlesex County

14-Apr

$30 10

Brownie Bugs Badge

Middlesex County

14-Apr

Summer Camp Open Houses — Inawendiwin D/B/J/C/S/A

Burlington County

15-Apr

Rope Runner Derby: Super Hero Edition D/B/J/C/S/A

Burlington County

21-Apr

Summer Camp Open Houses — Oak Spring D/B/J/C/S/A Somerset County

22-Apr

Free 9

Summer Camp Open Houses — Sacajawea D/B/J/C/S/A

Gloucester County

29-Apr

Free 9

Paul Bunyan

Gloucester County

27-29-Apr

$25 10

Me & My Gal D/B/J/C/S/A

Burlington / Somerset County

11-13-May

$40 10

Spring Into Summer

B/J/C/S/A

Gloucester County

18-20-May

$40 10

Spring Into Summer

B/J/C/S/A

Burlington County

C/S/A

$15 10 Free 9 $12 10

1-3-Jun

$40 10

Cowtown Rodeo D/B/J/C/S/A Salem County

18-Jun

$10 10

Wacky Junior Weekend

J Somerset / Gloucester

14-16-Sep

$40 11

Super Senior Sleepover

28-30-Sep

$40 11

Crazy Cadette Camporee

C Somerset County

5-7-Oct

$40 11

Funawendiwin

30-Nov-2-Dec $40 11

Somerset County Burlington County

stem Program: Level

Location Date

Girl Cost Page

Make a Stop Motion Movie!

Middlesex County

3-Mar

$10 13

Junior Think Like an Engineer Journey

Middlesex County

3-Mar

$25 13

Daisy Roller Coaster Design Challenge Badge D

Camden County

10-Mar

$15 13

Sewn Circuits

C/S/A

Camden County

10-Mar

$25 13

Bots for Brownies & Juniors / Intro to Circuits

B/J

Camden County

10-Mar

$15 13

New Jersey Makers Day D/B/J/C/S/A All Counties

10-Mar

Free 13

Make a Pocket Phone Charger: Simple Circuits S/A Atlantic County

12-Mar

$25 14

The Wonders of Water Journey

Mercer County

17-Mar

$5 14

Snap Circuits for Daisies D Atlantic County

19-Mar

$6 14

Sewn Circuits

C/S/A

Middlesex County

28-Mar

$25 14

Girl Scout Day at Princeton / Plasma Physics Lab

C/S/A

Mercer County

2-Apr

$5 14

Make a Stop Motion Movie

J Atlantic County

7-Apr

$10 14

Sewn Circuits

C/S/A Atlantic County

7-Apr

$25 14

Daisy Model Car Design D Atlantic County

7-Apr

$25 14

Make a Pocket Phone Charger: Simple Circuits S/A

Middlesex County

10-Apr

$25 14

Snap Circuits for Daisies D

Middlesex County

17-Apr

$10 14

Snap Circuits for Daisies D

Camden County

30-Apr

$10 14

Daisy Roller Coaster Design Challenge Badge D

Middlesex County

3-May

$15 14

Twilight Geocaching and Campfire

C/S/A

Mercer County

4-May

$10 14

Spring Junior Badge Duet

Middlesex County

5-May

$31 15

programs at a glance | 6 Level

Girl Scout Overnight at The Franklin Institute

B/J/C

Location Date

Girl Cost Page

Philadelphia

5-May

$60 15

Make a Pocket Phone Charger: Simple Circuits S/A

Camden County

10-May

$25 15

Make a Stop Motion Movie

Middlesex County

14-May

$6 15

Summer STEM Challenge D/B/J/C/S/A All Counties

1-Jun

$3 15

Junior Think like an Engineer Journey

J Atlantic County

3-June

$25 15

Future City Competition: Informal Webinar

J/C

Virtual

1-Aug

Free 15

First Lego Jr. League: Try it! D/B

Middlesex County

1-Aug

$15 15

Mystery Mayhem D/B/J/C

Middlesex County

5-Aug

$15 15

Slime-A-Palooza D/B/J/C

Middlesex County

19-Aug

$15 15

Sewn Circuits

8-Sep

$25 15

First Lego Jr. League: Getting Started - Webinar D/B

C/S/A Atlantic County Virtual

19-Sep

Free 16

Junior Programming Robots Badge

Camden County

29-Sep

$15 16

Daisy How Robots Move Badge D

Camden County

20-Oct

$15 16

Bots for Brownies & Juniors / Intro to Circuits

Middlesex County

26-Oct

$15 16

Daisy What Robots Do Badge D

B/J

Gloucester County

3-Nov

$15 16

Brownie Fling Flyer

Middlesex County

27-Nov

$15 16

Hour of Code D/B/J/C/S/A All Counties

2-Dec

$5 16

Girl Scouts 5th Annual STEM Conference D/B/J/C/S/A

24-Feb,2019

$30 16

Gloucester County

LIFE SKILLS: Level

Location Date

Girl Cost Page

Brownies: My Best Self Badge

Middlesex County

10-Mar

$18

Junior Digital Photography Badge Workshop

Burlington County

10-Mar

$15

Cadettes: Eating for Beauty Badge Workshop

Middlesex County

24-Mar

$18 18

Communicate With Confidence For Cadettes

Camden County

24-Mar

$14 18

Theatre Games for Cadettes

Camden County

24-Mar

$14 18

Communicate With Confidence For Juniors

Camden County

24-Mar

$14 18

Theatre Games for Juniors

Camden County

24-Mar

$14 18

Strong Girls Patch D/B/J/C/S/A All Counties

1-Apr

$3 18

Daisy Tula Petal D

Burlington County

3-Apr

$12 19

Poo-tpourri D/B/J/C/S/A

Cape May County

3-Apr

$5 19

What’s Your Style S/A

Camden County

7-April

$20 19

Poo-tpourri D/B/J

Gloucester County

7-Apr

$5 19

ASHI Child and Babysitting Safety

C/S/A

Cape May County

14-Apr

$50 19

Junior Digital Photography Badge Workshop

J Somerset County

14-Apr

$15 19

Healthy Living Summit D/B/J/C/S/A

Burlington County

15-Apr

$25 19

First Aid Badge

B/J/C

Cape May County

17-Apr

$5 19

Junior “Get Moving” Journey

Cape May County

21-Apr

$30 19

First Aid Badge for Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes

B/J/C

Cape May County

23-Apr

$5 19

ASHI Child and Babysitting Safety

C/S/A

Middlesex County

29-Apr

$50 19

1-May

Free 19

Mental Health Awareness D/B/J/C/S/A All Counties

7 | programs at a glance Level

Location Date

Girl Cost Page

Communicate With Confidence for Juniors

J Atlantic County

5-May

$14 20

Theatre Games for Juniors

J Atlantic County

5-May

$14 20

Communicate With Confidence for Cadettes

C Atlantic County

5-May

$14 20

Theatre Games for Cadettes

C Atlantic County

5-May

$14 20

Hats, Gloves and Pearls

B/J

Camden County

6-May

$14 20

Monmouth County

11-May

$50 20

iPlay America’s Girl Scout Overnight D/B/J/C/S/A Keeper Sleeper

C/S/A Atlantic County

19-May

$49 20

Junior Digital Photography Badge Workshop

19-May

$15 20

Cumberland County

He and Me: Pokemon Go D/B/J/C/S/A All Counties

1-Jun

$4 20

Junior Digital Photography Badge Workshop

9-Jun

$15 20

Stacey’s Surf Camp: Surfing Lessons

B/J/C/S/A Atlantic County

12-Jul

$53 20

17-Jul

$55 20

17-Jul

$53 21

22-Jul

$15 21

Senior Journey S SUP! (Stand Up Paddle)

Burlington County Burlington County

J/C/S/A Atlantic County

Wacky Olympics D/B/J/C

Middlesex County

Keeper Sleeper

C/S/A Atlantic County

28-Jul

$49 21

Brownie Snack Badge

Monmouth County

13-Sep

$25 21

Cadette New Cuisines Badge

Monmouth County

18-Sep

$25 21

DIY! S

Camden County

12-Oct

$15 21

Be A Game Changer

C/S/A

Camden County

13-Oct

$15 21

Communicate With Confidence for Juniors

J Atlantic County

20-Oct

$14 21

Ambassador Photography A

20-Oct

$20 21

Communicate With Confidence for Cadettes

C Atlantic County

Burlington County

20-Oct

$14 21

Theatre Games for Cadettes

C Atlantic County

20-Oct

$14 21

Brownie Badge Duet

20-Oct

$18 21

Theatre Games for Juniors

J Atlantic County

20-Oct

$14 21

Junior Badge Duet

Middlesex County

20-Oct

$18 21

ASHI Child and Babysitting Safety

C/S/A

Middlesex County

21-Oct

$50 22

It’s an Original S

Camden County

1-Nov

$15 22

It’s an Original S

Middlesex County

8-Nov

$15 22

Cadette Babysitter Badge

Middlesex County

8-Nov

$30 22

Fall Brownie Badge Bonanza

Middlesex County

8-Nov

$30 22

Fall Junior Badge Jamboree

Middlesex County

9-Nov

$30 22

ASHI Child and Babysitting Safety

C/S/A

Cumberland County

17-Nov

$50 22

Let’s Build

Burlington County

7-Dec

$15 22

Brownie First Aid

Middlesex County

7-Dec

$13 22

Junior First Aid

Middlesex County

7-Dec

$13 22

Junior Simple Meals

Monmouth County

8-Dec

$25 22

Middlesex County

Entrepreneurship: The Cookie Program / Fall Product D/B/J/C/S/A All Counties

juliettes | 8

Juliette Program The Juliette program is Girl Scouting custom-made for you! Being a Juliette is a great way to mix and match your unique interests to create your distinctive GS journey. Girl Scout Juliettes are busy, independent, self-confident girls and young women who want to be a part of something larger – Girl Scouts! You will meet many Girl Scout “sisters” as you attend special events, participate in leadership projects you are passionate about and/or travel to new places. Becoming a Juliette will allow you to begin or continue your Girl Scout experience on an individual basis. The Juliette program is available to all girls in grades K-12. As a Girl Scout Juliette, you can participate in everything assigned to your grade level. You can attend Council-sponsored programs and events, year-round camp experiences, and travel opportunities. You can also take part in Council-sponsored money-earning activities like our renowned Cookie Program to help pay for Girl Scout events. As a Juliette, you will attend Girl Scout programs with a parent or another adult mentor and decide what activities to participate in and which earned recognition awards you wish to complete. Girl Scout Juliettes can earn Journey awards and badges, as well as the Girl Scout Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards.

Juliettes enjoy the fun & friendship of Girl Scouts on their own terms!

Becoming a Girl Scout Juliette can help you continue your own personal leadership adventure! For questions, contact (856) 795-1560 or visit www.gscsnj.org

9 | Outdoor experiences From the backyard to the back-country, Girl Scouts has a long, storied, and successful history of getting girls outdoors. In fact, many Girl Scouts tell us “camping trips” are one of the best things about their Girl Scout experience. It’s true: connecting with nature in a girl-led setting is a big benefit of belonging to Girl Scouts. Studies show that girls today are not spending nearly enough time outdoors. Technology and structured activities leave less time for girls to get outside and enjoy nature. But as a Girl Scout, she’ll have plenty of opportunities to create her own outdoor adventures and develop a lifelong appreciation for nature—whether with her troop, at camp, or with friends and family. And that’s great news—because when Girl Scouts get outside, they: • Discover that they can better solve problems and overcome challenges • Develop leadership skills, build social bonds, and are happier overall • Become team players and care more about protecting our environment When girls spend quality time outdoors and increase their exposure to nature, they thrive physically, emotionally, and intellectually.

Paddle Bums - Canoe Racing Grades 7-12 • Sundays, March 25-May 20 • $85 Burlington County |C|S|A Learn racing techniques, how to use a bent shaft paddle, how to rescue themselves and others as well as the importance of practicing good sportsmanship. The canoe team will compete against other Girl Scout teams from all over the Northeastern US in the General Clinton Canoe Regatta - the largest flatwater canoe regatta in the world. Penna’s Paddlebums have earned a reputation for speed, sportsmanship and spirit. Sound like fun? Well, put on a lifejacket and Welcome Aboard! Parent Meeting and short practice will be held on Sunday, March 18, 2 - 4:30 pm.

Summer Camp Open Houses |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • April 15, 22, 29 • FREE Somerset, Gloucester & Burlington Counties Join us at one of our Summer Camps to see what the great outdoors has to offer! We’ll take a tour of camp, meet some of the staff, and have a s’more. Each camp’s Director will be there to answer any questions you may have about what goes on at summer camp. Girl Scout camp isn’t just for Girl Scouts, so feel free to invite a friend. This event is for the whole family. Pre-Registration is not required, but is suggested. • April 15 — Inawendiwin • April 22 — Oak Spring • April 29 — Sacajawea

outdoor experiences | 10 Dog Sled Racing |D|B|J|C|S|A

Paul Bunyan |C|S|A

Grades K-12 • April 7 • $8 • Burlington County

Grades 6-12 • April 27-29 • $25 • Gloucester County

Have you ever witnessed the excitement of a dog sled race? Ever wondered what it takes to train dogs to pull a sled? Come learn all about Dog Sledding from New Jersey’s own Dog Sled team. You’ll get to meet the dogs, learn about the care and training, see the equipment they use, and learn the job of each dog on the team. Remember to dress for the weather

Come join other Boy Scout, Girl Scout and Adventure Scout troops from New Jersey for a weekend filled with Fun and Games run by the attending troops. Become Mr. or Ms. Paul Bunyan 2018 in a unique “talent” competition. Show off your outdoor cooking skills in the cooking competition. Watch your leaders compete in an outdoor baking competition. Show off your camping skills in the campsite competition or your creativity in the gateway competition. After all the fun and games, dance the night away on Saturday night at the dance.

as we will be outside for this event.

Spring Brownie Badge Duet |B Grades 2-3 • April 14 • $30 • Middlesex County Earn your First Aid and Hiker Badge — the first two components of the new Brownie Outdoor Journey Outdoors and Camp

Me & My Gal |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • May 11-12 • $40 Burlington & Somerset Counties

Brownie Bugs Badge |B

Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend in style—at Camp! Spend the night on Friday camping out with your gal.

Grades 2-3 • April 14 • $15 • Middlesex County

We provide the food & the workshops on Saturday.

“It’s A Bugs World.” Discover how our creepy-crawly friends live among us.

Rope Runner Derby: Super Hero Edition |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • April 21 • $12 • Burlington County Join the Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey for our third annual Rope Runner Derby. A Rope Runner is a wooden figurine that rolls down a rope and is perfect for racing! Prior to the event, Girl Scouts (along with their families, friends, and/ or troop) will have the chance to create their very own Super Hero themed Rope Runner. Make sure to decorate your Rope Runner for the big event- there will be awards given out in the categories of best Super Hero look-alike, design, creativity & speed. Then race your Rope Runner against others and see who zooms to the finish line first!

Spring Into Summer |B|J|C|S|A Grades 2-12 • May 18-20 • $40 • Gloucester County Grades 2-12 • June 1-3 • $40 • Burlington County Join us with your troop at Camp for an action-packed weekend of activities that will introduce a variety of camping skills! Try out our tents and enjoy sleeping in the woods. Complete challenges around camp and participate in traditional camp activities and games, learn some songs and bring your favorite Girls Scout song or skit for the Saturday Night Campfire to share. Activity sessions will include: Boating, Archery, Rock wall, Zip Line, Outdoor Cooking, Crafts, And More!

Cowtown Rodeo |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • June 18 • $10 • Salem County Join cowboys and cowgirls as they compete in the traditional sport of the Old West. Before the rodeo, attend the meet and greet session to get your pictures taken and autographs signed by “real” cowboys and cowgirls! This is a family-friendly event.

11 | Outdoor experiences Wacky Junior Weekend |J

Crazy Cadette Camporee |C

Grades 4-5 • September 14-16 • $40 Somerset & Gloucester Counties

Grades 6-8 • October 5-7 • $40 • Somerset County

Join fellow Junior Scouts for a wacky camping weekend just for Junior Girl Scout troops! It’s camping skills mixed up with a whole lot of fun! Archery, hiking, boating, fire building & cooking workshops will have you all over camp on Saturday. On Saturday night, gather around the campfire and share your favorite song!

Super Senior Sleepover |S Grades 9-10 • September 28-30 • $40 Somerset County It’s your turn for a sleepover, Seniors! This troop based camping experience provides the chance for you to meet other Senior troops in the great outdoors. Programs are planned all day Saturday that will keep you busy & moving around camp. You provide the food—we provide the fun!

Cadettes, let’s get crazy during this weekend of fun! You provide the food, we provide the awesome outdoor experiences! This troop based event is an awesome opportunity to meet other local Cadette troops and explore all camp has to offer.

Funawendiwin |J Grades 4-5 • November 30-December 2 • $40 Burlington County Join us for this Junior Girl Scout troop camping event and learn camping basics with your sister Girl Scouts! Activities include fire building, knife safety, knot tying, shelter building, crafts and more. Enjoy an all camp s’more roast and sing along over a blazing camp fire. Troops are responsible for their own food, first aider, and overnight certified adult.

Summer Camp This summer, bring her somewhere safe, enriching, and filled to the brim with opportunities — give her the chance to camp like a G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, and Leader)™ Campers discover the wonders of the great outdoors, build their confidence in a safe environment, make lifelong friends, and of course - eat a s’more or two! Research shows that spending time in nature improves a girl’s concentration, promotes healthy social development and increases self-esteem too. She’ll make lifelong memories and develop a new sense of self, and you’ll see the difference in her by the end of her adventure. GSCSNJ offers 8 weeks of summer day camp at Oak Spring, 5 weeks of day camp at Inawendiwin, and six weeks of day and resident camp at Sacajawea. Learn more or register for summer camp at campforgirls.org

programs on demand | 12 On Demand Outdoor Programs & Badges Description Looking to get your Troop excited about heading outdoors but need some extra help? Does your Service Unit have a camporee coming up and you’re not quite sure where to start? Don’t worry, we have you covered! At GSCSNJ, Outdoor Program Specialists operate regionally throughout the school year to deliver specialized outdoor programming for Troops and Service Units. Each specialist will work with you to create an outdoor experience that fits the needs of your Troop or Service Unit. Start by choosing from our list of on-demand programs, then work together with your specialist to customize your experience. From camporee prep to earning outdoor badges, contact your local Outdoor Program Specialist today to start the trek into the outdoors.

On-Demand Program * The price for all on-demand programs are $10 per girl member. Finances should not be an obstacle for getting girls outdoors. Contact us for more information on how we can help. 8 basic skills First Aid and fire building are two of the eight. Can you name the other six? Build an edible fire, learn how to tie a few knots. What would you wear for camping in the Winter? After this program, you’ll know all about the 8 basic skills. Hiking In this two part adventure, make some trail mix while you plan your trip as a team. When you’re ready- lace up, get outside and hit the trail. Outdoor Cooking Bring your appetite and learn how to prepare camp favorite snacks in the outdoors.

Almost a Camp Out Build a “fire” & talk about fire safety. Learn how to roll a sleeping bag & discuss what you should or shouldn’t bring with you camping, and enjoy a smore. Troop & Service Unit Outdoor Overnight Planning Assistance Planning an overnight experience for your Troop or Service Unit and need some extra help? Reach out to your local Outdoor Program Specialist to figure out how to get your girls ready for their overnight adventure!

On-Demand Badge List Art in The Outdoors Badges Troop Camping Badges Naturalist Badges

Outdoor Badges Work with your local Outdoor Program Specialist to come up with age-appropriate activities that help your girls earn the outdoor badges of their choice.

To learn more about outdoor programs on demand or to schedule a program with an Outdoor Program Specialist, contact Customer Care at (856) 795-1560 or customercare@gscsnj.org

13 | stem Imagine her taking on some of the biggest challenges and problems our planet faces—and helping solve them. Imagine her teaming up with others to invent the future. That future can be a reality, thanks to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Research shows that girls are keenly interested in STEM and excel at it. Yet, for a variety of reasons, girls often don’t pursue STEM— starting as early as elementary school. But we can change that! Let your girl see that STEM can help her make the world a better place! Girl Scouts who participate in girl-focused STEM programs: • Become better problem-solvers, critical thinkers, and inspirational leaders • Get better grades, earn scholarships, and follow more lucrative career paths • See STEM as the foundation for a meaningful and successful future

Make a Stop Motion Movie! |J

Sewn Circuits |C|S|A

Grades 4-5 • March 3 • $10 • Middlesex County

Grades 6-12 • March 10 • $25 • Camden County

Make your own movie. Learn the art and science of Movie Making and complete some of the components of the Junior Entertainment Technology

Light up your life with some bling with LED lights! Review sewing basics, then craft a bright project using simple materials and LEDs.

Badge.

Junior Think Like an Engineer Journey |J Grades 4-5 • March 3 • $25 • Middlesex County Explore how engineers solve problems and look for solutions in three hands-on design challenges.

Daisy Roller Coaster Design Challenge Badge |D Grades K-1 • March 10 • $15 • Camden County Build a roller coaster and study how a car moves in a fun-filled environment.

Bots for Brownies and Juniors: Intro to Circuits |B|J Grades 2-5 • March 10 • $15 • Camden County Dreamed of building your own robot? Make that dream a reality in “Build your own Bot.”

New Jersey Makers Day |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • March 10 • Free • All Counties Make something awesome at New Jersey Makers Day! Choose a location near you and earn a custom fun patch!

STEM | 14 Make a Pocket Phone Charger: Simple Circuits |S|A

Make a Stop Motion Movie! Juniors Make Your Own Movie. |J

Grades 9-12 • March 12 • $25• Atlantic County

Grades 4-5 • April 7 • $10 •Atlantic County

Power up as you learn how to construct a power bank that goes where you go.

Learn the art and science of Movie Making and complete some of the components of the Junior Entertainment Technology Badge.

The Wonders of Water Journey |B Grades 2-3 • March 17 • $5 • Mercer County Brownies — complete the first two sections of the Wonders of Water Journey with a series of hands on fun- filled activities and adventures.

Snap Circuits for Daisies |D

Sewn Circuits |C|S|A Grades 6-12 • April 7 • $25 • Atlantic County Light up your life with some bling with LED lights! Review sewing basics, then craft a bright project using simple materials and LEDs.

Snap, click, beep, glow! Have fun and explore how

Make a Pocket Phone Charger: Simple Circuits |S|A

circuits work with these fun toys.

Grades 9-12 • April 10 • $25 • Middlesex County

Sewn Circuits |C|S|A

Power up as you learn how to construct a power bank that goes where you go.

Grades K-1 • March 19 • $6 • Atlantic County

Grades 6-12 • March 28 • $25 • Middlesex County Light up your life with some bling with LED lights! Review sewing basics, then craft a bright project using simple materials and LEDs.

Girl Scout Day at Princeton Plasma Physics Lab |C|S|A Grades 6-12 • April 2 • $5 • Mercer County Experience being a Scientist and Researcher for a day in the Princeton Plasma Physics Lab.

Daisy Model Car Design |D Grades K-1 • April 7 • $25 •Atlantic County Learn about force, friction and speed as you build and test a model car.

Snap Circuits for Daisies |D Grades K-1 • April 17 • $10 • Middlesex County Snap, click, beep, glow! Have fun and explore how circuits work with these fun toys.

Snap Circuits for Daisies |D Grades K-1 • April 30 • $10 • Camden County Snap, click, beep, glow! Have fun and explore how circuits work with these fun toys.

Daisy Roller Coaster Design Challenge Badge |D Grades K-1 • May 3 • $15 • Middlesex County Fun in motion — Build a roller coaster and study how a car moves in a fun-filled environment.

Twilight Geocaching and Campfire |C|S|A Grades 6-12 • May 4 • $10 • Mercer County Don’t miss this exciting “Digital Scavenger” hunt to find…s’mores.

15 | STEM Spring Junior Badge Duet |J Grades 4-5 • May 5 • $31 • Middlesex County Let’s get busy beautifying. Earn your Gardener and Flower Badges.

Girl Scout Overnight at the Franklin Institute! |B|J|C Grades 2-8 • May 5 • $60 • Philadelphia “A night in the museum.” Share in the overnight fun at the Franklin Institute.

Make a Pocket Phone Charger: Simple Circuits |S|A Grades 9-12 • May 10 • $25 • Camden County Power up as you learn how to construct a power bank that goes where you go.

Make a Stop Motion Movie! |J|C Grades 4-8 • May 14 • $6 • Middlesex County Make your own Movie. Learn the art and science of Movie Making and complete some of the components of the Junior Entertainment Technology Badge.

Summer STEM Challenge |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • June 1 • $3 • All Counties Have a Scientific Summer in our third annual Summer STEM Challenge! The 2018 Challenge will feature a new format and new activities.

Junior Think Like an Engineer Journey |J Grades 4-5 • June 3 • $25 • Atlantic County Explore how engineers solve problems and look for solutions in hands-on challenges.

Future City Competition: Informational Webinar |C (and adults) Grades 6-8 • August 1 • $0 • Virtual The Key to the City — Future City is a project-based learning program where students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades imagine, research, design, and build cities of the future. Learn how to from a team and join the Future City Engineering Competition.

FIRST LEGO Jr. League: Try it! |D|B Grades K-3 • August 1 • $15 • Middlesex County Calling all Troops (and Juliettes!) interested in a fun, team-building STEM experience. Together let’s LEGO and build.

Mystery Mayhem |D|B|J|C Grades K-8 • August 5 • $15 • Middlesex County Mix your intellectual and scientific skills together to solve a fun filled mystery.

Slime-A-Palooza |D|B|J|C Grades K-8 • August 19 • $15 • Middlesex County Make your very own slime and immerse yourself in a good time while learning the science behind slime and the art of sliming others.

Sewn Circuits |C|S|A Grades 6-12 • September 8 • $25 Atlantic County Light up your life with some bling with LED lights! Review sewing basics, then craft a bright project using simple materials and LEDs.

STEM | 16 FIRST LEGO Jr. League: Getting Started—Webinar |D|B (and adults) Grades K-3 • September 19 • Free • Virtual Troop leaders fire up your troops and tap into their competitiveness by incorporating a robotics competition into their troop programming.

Daisy What Robots Do Badge |D Grades K-1 • November 3 • $15 Gloucester County Curious about robots? How do they work? What makes them go? Earn a badge and learn something new.

Brownie Fling Flyer Badge |B

Junior Programming Robots Badge |J

Grades 2-3 • November 27 • $15 • Middlesex County

Grades 4-5 • September 29 • $15 Camden County

Test, lift, drag and speed as you take flight with fling flyers

Build your very own machine. Learn how to think like a robot process data and information, as you begin to explore computer programming.

Daisy How Robots Move Badge |D Grades K-1 • October 20 • $15 • Camden County Teach a robot how to think. Learn programming basics and build a robot prototype of your own!

Bots for Brownies and Juniors: Intro to Circuits |B|J Grades 2-5 • October 26 • $15 • Middlesex County Dreamed of building your own robot? Make that dream a reality in “Build your own Bot.”

Hour of Code |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • December 2 • $5 • All Counties Join GSCSNJ and our special STEM partners for an hour of power as we code.

Girl Scout STEM Conference— 5th Annual! |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • February 24, 2019 • $30 Gloucester County Join us for the 5th annual STEM conference.

17 | STEM

Girl Scouts Launches Initiative to Put 2.5 Million girls through STEM Programs by 2025!

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Girl Scouts are almost twice as likely as non–Girl Scouts to participate in STEM activities (60 percent versus 35 percent),” according to information released by the organizations, “and 77 percent of girls say that because of Girl Scouts, they are considering a career in technology. —How Girl Scout STEM Programs Benefit Girls, GSRI, 2016

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life skills | 18 Girl Scout badges, beginning with Civic Engagement and expanding to Healthy Living, Communication Skills, Practical Skills, and Global Citizenship, form the foundation of activities that help girls grow as Girl Scouts. Whether it’s by exercising and staying healthy, developing strong relationships with family and peers, advocating on behalf of others, protecting our environment, or exploring careers that can truly change the world for the better, girls gain the skills and the inspiration to accept challenges, overcome obstacles, and take the lead.

Brownies: My Best Self Badge |B

Theatre Games for Cadettes |C

Grades 2-3 • March 10 • $18 • Middlesex County

Grades 6-8 • March 24 • $14 • Camden County

Happy Healthy Self = Happy and Healthy Life. Learn how to take care of you.

Learn how to express yourself through theater and arts by participating in theater games, improvisation, and pantomime.

Junior Digital Photography Badge Workshop |J Grades 4-5 • March 10 • $15 • Burlington County

Communicate With Confidence for Juniors |J

A professional photographer will help you see the world in a new way while earning the Junior Digital Photography badge.

Grades 4-5 • March 24 • $14 • Camden County

Cadettes: Eating for Beauty Badge Workshop |C

Theatre Games for Juniors |J

Grades 6-8 • March 24 • $18 • Middlesex County

Learn how to express yourself through theater and arts by participating in theater games, improvisation, and pantomime.

Beauty is inside and out. Join us to learn how to make healthy choices for your happiness and health.

Communicate With Confidence for Cadettes |C Grades 6-8 • March 24 • $14 • Camden County Learn to express your ideas clearly and powerfully in a fun environment.

Learn to express your ideas clearly and powerfully in a fun environment.

Grades 4-5 • March 24 • $14 • Camden County

Strong Girls Patch |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • April 1 • $3 • All Counties The Strong Girls Patch helps Girl Scouts make healthy habits the norm during meetings. Then girls can spread these habits to their friends, family, and community.

19 | life skills Daisy Tula Petal |D Grades K-1 • April 3 • $12 • Burlington County Build the foundation on having the courage and strength to stand up for your beliefs and the right thing at all times.

Poo-tpourri |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • April 3 • $5 • Cape May County See what happens to 31 million gallons of wastewater, daily. Come tour with us.

Poo-tpourri |D|B|J Grades K-5 • April 7 • $5 • Gloucester County See what happens to 31 million gallons of wastewater, daily. Come tour with us.

Healthy Living Summit |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • April 15 • $25 • Burlington County Celebrate life and be healthy! Join us for a fun day of workshops.

First Aid Badge for Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes |B|J|C Grades 2-8 • April 17 • $5 • Cape May County Learn from a Pro — Members of the Middle Township Rescue Squad will demonstrate the proper techniques in First Aid.

Juniors “Get Moving” Journey |J

What’s Your Style? |S|A

Grades 4-5 • April 21 • $30 • Cape May County

Grades 9-12 • April 7 • $20 • Camden County

Energize, investigate and innovate as we learn about different types of energy, how we use different types of energy and its impacts on the world.

Girls will see various types of tasteful prom dresses and will be assisted in where to get a good deal. Light snacks will be included.

ASHI Child and Babysitting Safety |C|S|A Grades 6-12 • April 14 • $50 • Cape May County Utilize your instincts to become certified in the business of babysitting.

First Aid Badge for Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes |B|J|C Grades 2-8 • April 23 • $5 • Cape May County Learn from the Middle Township Rescue squad as they demonstrate how to properly implement and use the latest First-Aid Techniques.

Junior Digital Photography Badge Workshop |J

ASHI Child and Babysitting Safety

Grades 4-5 • April 14 • $15 • Somerset County

Grades 6-12 • April 29 • $50 • Middlesex County

A professional photographer will help you see the world in a new way, all while earning the Junior Digital Photography badge.

Utilize your instincts to become certified in the business of babysitting.

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Mental Health Awareness Patch |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • May 1 • Free • All Counties What influences our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors? Gain knowledge and increase your awareness and understanding of mental illness.

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Keeper Sleeper |C|S|A

Grades 4-5 • May 5 • $14 • Atlantic County

Spend the night at the Absecon Lighthouse. Climb to the top of the tower for a spectacular view, compete in a mile high tower challenge, and end the evening with ghost stories.

Learn to express your ideas clearly and powerfully in a fun environment.

Theatre Games for Juniors |J Grades 4-5 • May 5 • $14 • Atlantic County Learn how to express yourself through theater and arts by participating in theater games, improvisation, and pantomime.

Communicate With Confidence for Cadettes |C Grades 6-8 • May 5 • $14 • Atlantic County Learn to express your ideas clearly and powerfully in a fun environment.

Theatre Games for Cadettes |C Grades 6-8 • May 5 • $14 • Atlantic County Learn how to express yourself through theater and arts participating in theater games, improvisation, and pantomime.

Hats, Gloves and Pearls |B|J Grades 2-5 • May 6 • $14 • Camden County “It’s GIRL Tea Time” We have a spot for you and your favorite doll.

iPlay America’s Girl Scout Overnight |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • May 11 • $50 • Monmouth County When the sun goes down the fun begins. Join us overnight at iPlay America for laser tag, go karts, rides, and more fun games.

Grades 6-12 • May 19 • $49 • Atlantic County

Junior Digital Photography Badge Workshop |J Grades 4-5 • May 19 • $15 • Cumberland County A professional photographer will help you see the world in a new way, all while earning the Junior Digital Photography badge.

He and Me: Pokemon Go |D|B|J|C|S|A Grades K-12 • June 1 • $4 • All Counties Pokémon GO is loads of fun, but there are also valuable lessons that Girl Scouts can learn while playing. Girls will learn how to explore the outdoors safely, the importance of biodiversity, protecting the environment, and how to appreciate landmarks of historical and cultural interest.

Junior Digital Photography Badge Workshop |J Grades 4-5 • June 9 • $15 • Burlington County A professional photographer will help you see the world in a new way while earning the Junior Digital Photography badge.

Stacey’s Surf Camp–Surfing Lessons |B|J|C|S|A Grades 2-12 • July 12 • $53 • Atlantic County Learn and enjoy the basic skills for taking on the waves at Stacey’s Surf Camp.

Senior Journey |S Grades 9-10 • July 17 • $55 • Burlington County Have you ever envisioned an ideal world for girls? Create your “Take Action Project” and move one step closer to your vision.

21 | life skills SUP! (Stand Up Paddle) |J|C|S|A Grades 4-12 • July 17 • $53 • Atlantic County

Communicate With Confidence for Juniors |J

Embark on a journey through the waters of Margate and have fun as you learn the proper stand up paddle technique.

Grades 4-5 • October 20 • $14 • Atlantic County

Wacky Olympics |D|B|J|C

Communicate With Confidence for Cadettes |C

Grades K-8 • July 22 • $15 • Middlesex County Work out your body, your mind and emotions while competing against others for the crown of Olympic Champion.

Keeper Sleeper |C|S|A Grades 6-12 • July 28 • $49 • Atlantic County Spend the night at the Absecon Lighthouse. Climb to the top of the tower for a spectacular view, compete in a mile high tower challenge, and end the evening with ghost stories.

Brownie Snacks Badge |B Grades 2-3 • September 13 • $25 Monmouth County Earn your Snacks Badge at a real cooking school!

Learn to express your ideas clearly and powerfully in a fun environment.

Grades 6-8 • October 20 • $14 • Atlantic County Learn to express your ideas clearly and powerfully in a fun environment.

Theatre Games for Cadettes |C Grades 6-8 • October 20 • $14 • Atlantic County Learn how to express yourself through theater and arts by participating in theater games, improvisation, and pantomime.

Brownie Badge Duet |B Grades 2-3 • October 20 • $18 • Middlesex County Create you own games and learn new dance moves as you earn a badge.

Theatre Games for Juniors |J Grades 4-5 • October 20 • $14 • Atlantic County

Cadette New Cuisines Badge |C Grades 6-8 • September 18 • $25 Monmouth County

Learn how to express yourself through theater and arts by participating in theater games, improvisation, and pantomime.

Food is the international language. Earn the New Cuisine Badge in a professional kitchen.

Junior Badge Duet |J

DIY! |S

Have fun as you learn & earn the Outdoor Art Explorer and the Flowers Badge.

Grades 9-10 • October 12 • $15 • Camden County Convert your room to a fun and cozy place. Learn fast, fun and thrifty room makeovers.

Be A Game Changer |C|S|A Grades 6-12 • October 13 • $15 • Camden County Be a game changer: Use your skills to lead positive change in your school and community. Make a difference, be a change agent.

Grades 4-5 • October 20 • $18 • Middlesex County

Ambassador Photography |A Grades 11-12 • October 20 • $20 Burlington County Explore the world through your eyes with the art of photography.

life skills | 22 ASHI Child and Babysitting Safety |C|S|A Grades 6-12 • October 21 • $50 • Middlesex County Utilize your Girl Scouting instincts to become certified in the business of babysitting.

It’s An Original! |S Grades 9-10 • November 1 • $15 Camden County Get ready to see the creative possibilities in every day objects.

It’s An Original! |S Grades 9-10 • November 8 • $15 Middlesex County Get ready to see the creative possibilities in every day objects.

Cadette Babysitter Badge |C Grades 6-8 • November 8 • $30 Middlesex County Get hands-on experience with the YMCA’s Child Care Center as you earn this badge.

Fall Brownie Badge Bonanza |B Grades 2-3 • November 8 • $30 Middlesex County Participate in nature and environmental projects outside as well as learn basic first aid and safety skills.

Fall Junior Badge Jamboree |J Grades 4-5 • November 9 • $30 Middlesex County Learn & earn the Animal Habitats and Practice with a Purpose Badges, and a Caring for Children Fun Patch.

ASHI Child and Babysitting Safety |C|S|A Grades 6-12 • November 17 • $50 Cumberland County Utilize your Girl Scouting instincts to become certified in the business of babysitting.

Let’s Build! |C Grades 6-8 • December 7 • $15 Burlington County Come and learn how to use tools.

Brownie First Aid |B Grades 2-3 • December 7 • $13 Middlesex County Helping Hands—Enjoy learning to assist those in need through first aid and safety training.

Junior First Aid |J Grades 4-5 • December 7 • $13 Middlesex County Learn basic first aid and safety through fun filled hands on activities, role playing, and active participation.

Junior Simple Meals |J Grades 4-5 • December 8 • $25 Monmouth County Spice up your life and treat yourself as you learn how to make simple treats, learn kitchen safety, and earn your Simple Meals Badge at a cooking school.

23 | ENTREPRENEURSHIP The Girl Scout Cookie Program is such an important (and exciting) part of the overall Girl Scout experience—tons of learning for her and beyond-delicious cookies for our awesome cookie customers! It’s a win-win. The Girl Scout Cookie Program and Fall Product Program let girls show the world their entrepreneurial spirit as key members of the world’s largest girl-led business.

The Cookie Program: For more than 100 years, the Girl Scout Cookie Program helps girls operate a business, learn to be an entrepreneur, fulfill their dreams, follow their passions, and change the world. The program, which is the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program for girls in the world, helps Girl Scouts earn money for fun, educational activities, and community projects while also playing a huge role in transforming them into a G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™ as they learn essential life skills that will stay with them forever. Although fun is part of the experience, giving back to communities has been a hallmark of the Girl Scout Cookie Program since the first-known sale of cookies by Girl Scouts in 1917. This year, the cookie program runs January 18 - March 11. When girls participate in the Girl Scout Cookie Program, they get more than life-changing experiences and adventure. They also develop essential life skills—goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics—all while soaring in confidence and practicing leadership the Girl Scout way to lift one another up and change the world, together. The cookie program helps to power new, unique, and amazing experiences for girls—experiences that broaden their worlds, help them gain essential life skills and entrepreneurial expertise, and prepare them to practice a lifetime of leadership. And guess what—100 percent of the money stays local! Will your Girl Scout Cookie Professional help the local animal shelter across town? Cross the country to see the Washington Monument or the Grand Canyon? Cross an ocean to fly through the rainforest on a zip line? Go to summer camp, or earn one of Girl Scouting’s highest awards? It’s up to her and her troop—they own their adventure!

Fall Product Program: Girl Scouts of Central & Southern NJ offers the annual Fall Product Program to all registered girls. Through the sale of delicious nut and candy products, magazine subscriptions, and great gifts, girls run their own business, practice and learn sales and marketing skills, and raise funds for troop activities. As young entrepreneurs, girls gain essential life skills and work as a team to accomplish common goals and solve problems, while building the confidence they need to shine as girls, as young women, and as future leaders. And did we mention fun? They have lots of that along the way, too.

events | 24 Conferences and Events: • Girl Scout Destinations are the ultimate adventure for individual girls ages 11 and older! With different trips every year, there’s something amazing for everyone. Pack your bags full of life-changing experiences and make friends from all over the country as you travel with Girl Scouts from different states. 2019 applications available September 2018. • Come and get your very own Passport Around the World (March 18). Experience other cultures, host a table and share activities from various countries through crafts, games, songs, traditions, foods, and tours / displays. • Healthy Living Summit: Don’t miss the Healthy Living Summit where the day is filled with programs that are that is engaging, interesting, and relevant to the needs of girls. GSCSNJ has a continued commitment to being a leading voice and expert on girl growth and development, bringing the diverse perspectives and voices of girls to the public dialogue on healthy living. April 15, 2018 • Travel with us as we Discover the Magic, August 12-17, 2018 in Disney World, Orlando, Florida. • Join us as we spend the day showcasing the presentation skills of our talented and wonderful G.I.R.L’s at our Annual Girl Leadership Summit. November 2018. • Join us in Costa Rica for a “Touch of the Tropics” with EF Tours for Girl Scouts, mid-July 2019.

Programs Coming Soon (Visit eBIZ for actual dates): Coming Soon: Don’t miss our exciting new programs launching in 2018! •S pring Challenge – Step up to the challenge in our first troop-like Olympics for the entire council. •G .I.R.L Jeopardy – Test your knowledge and win a prize against other teams and Troops. •S chools Out – Summer Tips – End of school event / celebration and learn some safe fun filled summer tips •B ack 2 School Bash – Get ready to begin the new school year with a bang. •T ell Your Story – Create a picture board displaying your future and telling your story. •H aunted Hay Ride – Visit a Haunted Farm and Maze as you work together to escape the scary! •H arvest Celebration – Dress up as your favorite character and bring a friend. •M e on TV – Create your own commercial or TV newscast as we explore the world of media. •C ommunicate Through sign – Learn sign language and how to speak without using your voice and have fun doing it. •M AP-Moving Ahead with a Purpose – Come out and work on a plan for your life. MAP out what you believe is the road to your future.

25 | Reserve a Camp site

Reserve a GSCSNJ Camp Site Need space for a troop activity, a fun overnight, a corporate getaway, a big birthday bash, or even a wedding? Girl Scout members and their families can rent our camps for outdoor adventures including Service Unit Weekend Camps, Troop Weekend Camps, and family camping. With our beautiful properties and flexible range of offerings, your group’s stay will be a wonderful experience. From business retreats to weddings, our camps provide the perfect backdrop. If you have any questions about the property or activities available, we are happy to help!

Camp OAK SPRING Camp Oak Spring is a 120-acre camp, bordering the Delaware Raritan Canal in Somerset County.

Camp KETTLE RUN Camp Kettle Run is a 158-acre Pinelands camp in Burlington County including an 11-acre lake surrounded by sandy trails.

Camp Sacajawea Camp Sacajawea, called Camp Sacy (pronounced “sack-ee”) is a 186-acre camp located in the Pine Barrens of Gloucester County.

Camp INAWENDIWIN Camp Inawendiwin is a sprawling 475-acre camp in the Pine Barrens of Burlington County.

For more information or to rent a property, contact (856) 795-1560 or visit www.gscsnj.org

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Starter Kits are great for new and bridging Girl Scouts! Select your Official Uniform Item: tunic, vest or sash, and a Girl Guide book. The kit comes with the American Flag Patch, Council Identification Set, 5-Troop Numerals, Insignia Tab, the World Trefoil Pin and a Membership Pin, and your choice of a free bag. Cherry Hill

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Juliette’s Closet 40 Brace Road Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

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Juliette’s Closet at English Creek 3003 English Creek Ave Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234

Visit gscsnj.org or call (856) 795-1560

27 | new journeys and badges

New Journeys and Badges Here’s the inside scoop on our newest STEM and Outdoor programs! New Girl Scout offerings for STEM and Outdoor are on the way! Each is topic-specific, aligned to the five program outcomes, and can be used as a prerequisite to the Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards. Look for these new Journeys and badges as they roll out this summer at your Girl Scout council. Until then, here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming.

STEM JOURNEYS Engineering | Think Like an Engineer Girls learn how to think like a designer by participating in hands-on design challenges and completing a Take Action project. DEVELOPED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WGBH/DESIGN SQUAD. DAISY THROUGH JUNIOR, MULTI-LEVEL (K–5)

Computer Science | Think Like a Programmer Girls participate in interactive computational-thinking activities to learn how programmers solve problems. Girls also complete a Take Action project. DEVELOPED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH CODE.ORG. DAISY THROUGH JUNIOR, MULTI-LEVEL (K–5) Outdoor STEM | Think Like a Citizen Scientist Girls learn the scientific method by undertaking a citizen science project that involves making observations, collecting data, and working with scientists to receive feedback on research and findings. Girls also complete a Take Action project. DEVELOPED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SCISTARTER. DAISY THROUGH JUNIOR, MULTI-LEVEL (K–5)

OUTDOOR JOURNEY Outdoor Anchored by the Troop Camping badge, this new Journey will deepen girls’ outdoor skills through badges that lead to a Take Action project and inspire girls to take an interest in environmental stewardship. DAISY THROUGH AMBASSADOR

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BADGES Engineering | Robotics Girls design their own robots after learning how they’re built and programmed. “Unplugged” activities allow girls to earn badges without buying kits. DAISY THROUGH JUNIOR

Engineering | Mechanical Engineering Girls complete hands-on engineering activities, such as building and testing roller coasters, race cars, and jumping robots. DEVELOPED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GOLDIEBLOX. DAISY THROUGH BROWNIE

Girls’ Choice | Troop Camping This year, girls from across the United States had the chance to vote for their favorite badge category and topic. And the winner is…Troop Camping! DAISY THROUGH AMBASSADOR New Daisy Badges Two new Daisy badges, Outdoor Art Maker and Good Neighbor, give Daisies a chance to get in on the creativity other Girl Scouts already enjoy and discover all about their school, city or town, and state! DAISY

The Girl Scout Leadership Experience Through Girl Scouting, girls unleash their skills, talents, and passions. They connect with other Girl Scouts and people in their communities, and they take action to change the world. Our program is girl-led, so girls team up and work together to explore the things that interest them most as they learn by doing. That’s how Girl Scouts unleash their inner G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™ as they achieve the five leadership outcomes:

Sense of self ⚬ Positive values ⚬ Challenge seeking Healthy relationships ⚬ Community problem solving

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29 | high awards Bronze Award

Awards Grade Levels

Silver Award

Gold Award

Girls must be in 4th or 5th grade and a registered Girl Scout Junior

Girls must be in 6th, 7th, or 8th grade and a registered Girl Scout Cadette

Girls must be in 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade and a registered Girl Scout Senior or Ambassador

First complete a Junior Journey • Take action on a community issue the troop or group cares about • Help and guidance is provided by the troop/ group volunteer • Council approval is needed for any money earning

First complete a Cadette Journey and complete the Silver Award Training • Work as an individual or in a small group • Take action on a community issue that the girls care about • Help and guidance is provided by the troop/ group volunteer • Council approval is needed for any money earning

First complete two Journeys (Senior or Ambassador) or Earn the Silver Award and complete one Senior or Ambassador Journey and complete the Gold Award Training • Girls work individually • Take action on a community issue the girl cares about • Help and guidance is provided by the Project Advisor • Council approval is needed for any money earning

Project Approval

Troop/Group Volunteer

Council’s Gold Award Committee

Submission to Council

Leader Reporting Form

Project Proposals and Final Reports

• Junior Journey • Bronze Award Girl Guidelines • Adult Guide

• Cadette Journey • Silver Award Girl Guidelines • Adult Guide

• Senior and/or Ambassador Journeys • Gold Award Girl Guidelines • Adult Guide

Overview

Suggested Project Hours

Resources

These represent the highest honors a Girl Scout can earn. All three awards give you the chance to do big things while working on an issue that’s captured your interest in a big way. Whether you want to plant a community garden at your school and inspire others to eat healthily for your Bronze Award, advocate for animal rights for your Silver Award, or build a career network that encourages girls to become scientists and engineers for your Gold Award, you’ll inspire others (and yourself). Plus, as you earn one of Girl Scouts’ highest awards, you’ll change your corner of the world—and maybe even beyond. The possibilities are endless.

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connect with us Facebook: Girl Scouts of Central & Southern New Jersey Our Facebook page features a little bit of everything with a focus on matters concerning girls. We share girls’ stories and accomplishments within our council, quotes from inspiring women, fun STEM ideas, and so much more. This page is robust with content that you want to see.

Twitter: @gscsnj On Twitter we share quick tips, small stories, new products, and fantastic articles to create empowerment and awareness on matters concerning girls. We also use Twitter to communicate with other non-profits, businesses, sponsors, and Girl Scout members.

Instagram: @gscsnj Our Instagram is all about giving you an exciting visual peek into Girl Scouting. From breathtaking views of girls at camp, selfies of girls posing with their families at the Gold Award, to opening a delicious box of Girl Scout cookies, you can expect stunning photos that put you in the essence of the moment.

LinkedIn: Girl Scouts of Central & Southern New Jersey LinkedIn is our business page where you can connect with us professionally. We share articles about non-profit business related to the Girl Scout mission and post volunteer and employment opportunities with the council.

YouTube: Girl Scouts of Central & Southern New Jersey We create YouTube videos of major events, camp season, girls’ projects and accomplishments, training information, and other helpful videos.

how do i get my girls featured What is Social Media? Social media platforms allow you to share information and create communities through online networks or people. It’s a way to have two-way conversations online. Some of the most common types of social media include social networking sites—like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram—and content-sharing platforms—like YouTube. Our council wants the whole world to know that your girl or troop is amazing and the story of every G.I.R.L. (go-getter,

innovator, risk-taker, leader) is important! We’re happy to share stories about badge work, high awards, fun patches, field trips, camp, special accomplishments, or whatever else your incredible girls are doing. Tag us on any of the social media platforms above and we’ll do our best to share, highlight, and showcase your girl or troops story for our audience to see! The council reserves the right to share photos and posts in which we are tagged.

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Truly, ours is a circle of friendships,

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united by our ideals.

— Juliette Gordon Low

Email Customer Care: customercare@gscsnj.org 40 Brace Road Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 www.gscsnj.org