Events+Activities Winter/Spring 2020

GIRL AND FAMILY

EVENTS

ACTIVITIES winter/spring 2020

New and improved!

Family, Individual Girls, and Troops

FUN FOR ALL & all for fun Who can come?

☉ Individual Girl Scouts (K-12) ☉ Troops ☉ Service Units ☉ Families of Girl Scouts

What can you do at the STEM Center?

☉ Badge and Journey workshops ☉ Free activities: hiking trails, sound scape, Energy In Motion Zone (putt putt with a twist), butterfly pavilion, amphitheater ☉ Camping—all-inclusive or troop-led experiences, cabin or tent accomodations ☉ Archery, low ropes, climbing wall, zipline, giant swing, pool

When can you come?

☉ Weekends all year long ☉ School holidays including spring break ☉ Summer resident and day camp ☉ By appointment for customized events

How do I sign up? gsnetx.org/events

Questions?

Contact 972-349-2400 or stem@gsnetx.org

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Located at 6010 Whispering Cedars Dr. Dallas, TX 75236

Complete this page and bring it to your nearest Girl Scout shop by March 31, 2020 for a free patch! Find shop locations at gsnetx.org/shop

Name:_______________________Grade:______________ Troop #:_________ Email: __________________________ 3

Learn the Lingo No matter how long you’ve been around Girl Scouts, sometimes it’s tough to decode the inside language. Learn about some essential terms below that will help you navigate this guide and plan your best Girl Scout experience.

Badges and Journeys – the building blocks of Girl Scouts. Little leadership units where girls discover, connect and take action on a variety of topics. They are progressive and grow in depth and subject matter as your girl grows up in the program.

Free Patch Programs – Supercharge the Girl Scout experience and make a difference in the world by earning free patches each month. Learn more at gsnetx.org/patches.

Signature Events – are coordinated by the girl program team of Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas in partnership with local organizations. These blockbuster events are a fun way to get your family involved in the Girl Scout year.

Programs on Demand – are online and pre-packaged activities designed to make it easy to earn badges.

Learn more at gsnetx.org/ondemand.

Event Listings – there’s always something available for girls, families and troops to enjoy! The listing in this book are just the beginning as programs are added regularly. See everything at gsnetx.org/events

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JANUARY It’s Girl Scout Cookie time! Did you know the Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest girl-led business in the world? Through this program girls learn essential business skills and help finance their Girl Scout activities.

TRY THESE BADGES:

FREE PATCH PROGRAM

Daisy: Tula, Talk It Up, Money Counts, Making Choices

#BoothSleuthGS - Mystery Shoppers, will

gsnetx.org/patches

Brownie: Give Back, Philanthropist Junior: Customer Insights, Savvy Shopper Cadette: Marketing, Think Big, Comparison Shopping Senior: Customer Loyalty, Buying Power Ambassador: P&L, Good Credit

be visiting cookie booths at random across all of GSNETX in January & February. Patches will be distributed on the spot if the criteria is met. This patch program is held in partnership with Wells Fargo.

PROGRAMS ON DEMAND At home or with your troop, these online and pre-packaged activities are designed to make it easy to earn badges.

gsnetx.org/ondemand Girl Scouts HERStory: Connect with history and your family’s story.

Four Female Leaders: Learn about amazing women from history.

2020 Girl Scout Cookie Program Quick Facts For Families Earlier this month, you should have received your guide for getting started with the Girl Scout Cookie Program, which included these important items:

IMPORTANT DATES: January 2020 16Th - Initial pre-season order pickup begins 17Th - Cookie program begins 17Th - Order taking & my family sales begin March 2020 1ST - Cookie Program Ends May 2020 31ST - Last day to sell unsold cookies

BE HONEST & FAIR Girls may not sell or take orders for cookies before January 17th.

EVENTS THIS MONTH | Register at gsnetx.org/events Meteor Mania Brownie | Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: January 3-5, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $40 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org It’s a Friday night meteor watch party where the stars are big and bright! Enjoy fishing, take a hike or add more to this fun-filled weekend at Camp Bette Perot!

She & Me at Camp Gambill Brownie | Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador | Volunteer Date & Time: January 3-5, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Gambill Fee: $60 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Unplug and re-connect! Come relax the weekend away with your favorite female adult at Camp Gambill. You’ll make memories while trying your hand at archery, laser tag, and more.

Polar Challenge All Date & Time: January 10-12, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $40 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Are you brave enough to try and earn your Polar Bear patch? Gain outdoor confidence as you sleep outside in a platform tent! Winterthemed activities at Camp Bette Perot make this a brrrilliant weekend away.

Petal Power: Tula the Tulip Daisy Date & Time: January 5, 3pm- 4:30pm Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Get ready for girl power! Daisies will earn a petal as they hear Tula’s story and learn to be courageous and strong.

COOKIE LINE UP $5 - Thin Mints®, Samoas®, Tagalongs®, Trefoils®, Do-si-dos® $6 - Toffee-Tastic® & Girl Scout S’mores®

TROOP PROCEEDS • New Base Proceeds: $0.67 per package • 230+ PGA Proceeds Bonus: $0.05 per package • Reward Opt Out C/S/A: $0.10 per package • New Fall Product + Cookie Program

Bonus: $0.02 per package 50% or more of girls participating in Fall Product + $250 PGA in Fall Product Program

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JANUARY Intro to the Outdoors Daisy | Brownie Date & Time: January 10-12, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Gambill Fee: $50 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org The perfect weekend camp for outdoor newbies!

Discover different plants along the trails, learn how to pitch a tent, set up a campsite, and start your own fire to cook over! This is part 1 of a 2 part program.

Polar Plunge All Date & Time: January 11, 10am-5pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $5 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org Think you’ve got what it takes to endure a little cold-water swimming? Celebrate Girl Scouts by jumping into the pool at the STEM Center!

Other outdoor amenities can be added for an additional fee.

World Citizenship Leadership Training Volunteer Date & Time: January 11, 9am-12pm Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Troop leaders and volunteers can come learn about how to use the “World Citizens Guide” with their girls whether they are planning travel regionally, nationally, or internationally.

The Guide helps girls keep an open mind and understand how to interact respecfully with cultures that may be different from their own.

Petal Power: Tula the Tulip Daisy Date & Time: January 12, 3pm-4:30pm Location: Southern Sector Service Center Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Get ready for girl power! Daisies will earn a petal as they hear Tula’s story and learn to be courageous and strong.

Okay to SayTM Film Screening: Angst Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador | Volunteer Date & Time: January 16, 6pm-8pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $5 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org We’re partnering with Okay to SayTM to host a screening of the documentary Angst. This film is designed to raise awareness around anxiety and how it affects the brain and body.

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: Family Friendly Event |

: Entrepreneurship Focused Event |

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Polar Challenge Outdoors All Date & Time: January 17-19, 6pm-12pm or January 24-26, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $40 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Are you brave enough to try and earn your Polar Bear patch? Gain outdoor confidence as you sleep outside in a platform tent! Winter-themed activities at Camp Bette Perot make this a brrrilliant weekend away.

Family Camp at Camp Gambill All Date & Time: January 17-19, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Gambill Fee: $30 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Nurture healthy relationships with the whole family as you spend time together at Camp Gambill making a creature craft, taking a night hike, playing laser tag, and having lots more fun!

GSLI: Personal Safety and High Adventure Challenge Senior | Ambassador Date: January 26, 1pm-5pm Location: Group Dynamix Time: gsli@gsnetx.org Price: $35 High school girls are invited to participate in a series of teambuilding challenges and learn about how to keep themselves safe. Parents are invited to attend a portion of the workshop.

Camping Basics Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: January 24-26, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Gambill Fee: $50 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org The perfect camp for outdoor newbies! Discover different plants along the trails, learn how to pitch a tent, set up a campsite, and start your own fire to cook over! This is part 1 of a 4 part program at Camp Gambill.

Think Like an Engineer Brownie | Junior | Cadette Date & Time: January 18, 10am-3pm Location: Studio Bella Fee: $20 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Learn the engineering process and enjoy handson activities and adventures to tackle the Think Like an Engineer Journey.

Western Weekend Brownie | Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: January 31-February 2, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $50 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Yee haw! Cowgirl fun is what Camp Bette Perot is known for! Relax on a trail ride, learn a line dance, play horseshoes, and more!

Tackle Hunger Banquet All Date & Time: January 19, 5pm-7pm Location: UTD Visitor Center Atrium Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org 150 million people will tune into the big game, while 48 million Americans struggle with hunger. Join us and Souper Bowl of Caring to host an eye-opening event where families can learn about our neighbors who face everyday struggles.

Axe It Up! Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: January 31-February 2, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Rocky Point Fee: $50 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Take outoor adventure to the next level with axe throwing at Camp Rocky Point! Trained experts will show you how to safely handle, aim and throw your axe as you work to capture the illustrious bull's-eye! Traditional camp acitivies complete this exciting weekend!

Night Navigators Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: January 24-26, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $35 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Gain critical thinking and practical life skills by attending Night Navigators. You will learn to find your location in the woods during a nighttime adventure hunt and more.

Daisy Western Weekend Daisy Date & Time: January 31-February 2, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $40 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Yee haw! Cowgirl fun is what Camp Bette Perot is known for! Daisies will saddle up for a ride around the Daisy Round Pen, learn a line dance, play horsehoes, and more!

: STEM Focused Event |

: Outdoor Focused Event

: Life Skills Focused Event |

: Signature Event

Please Note: Event availability is first come, first served. New events are added throughout the year. All events and patch designs are subject to change without notice. Please check gsnetx.org/ events for the most updated listings.

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2020 STEM AROUND THE BASES! Saturday, April 18, 2020 Frisco RoughRiders vs. Tulsa Drillers Event Start: 4:00pm Game Time: 7:05pm

Join the RoughRiders at Dr Pepper Ballpark on April 18th for: • • • • •

A pre-game STEM program throughout the ballpark!

BRING YOUR FAMILY An on-field Girl Scouts parade before the game!

AND A FRIEND! A custom, RoughRiders STEM event patch!

Food and beverage included Post-game sleepover and movie on the field! (optional)

Tom Baker (972) 334-1935 tbaker@ridersbaseball.com programs@gsnetx.org

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FEBRUARY Build, design, create! Happy Engineering Month!

From robots to architecture, automobiles to household appliances, engineering is everywhere. Explore the magic as you try new things and discover causes and solutions to problems!

TRY THESE BADGES: Daisy: Clover and Rosie Petals, Board Game Design, Roller Coaster Design Brownie: Leap Bot Design, Fling Flyer Design Junior: Paddle Boat Design, Crane Design Cadette: Woodworking Senior: Car Care

FREE PATCH PROGRAM

gsnetx.org/patches #EngineeringMonthGS - This patch program is held in partnership with Fluor.

Have fun buidling, designing, and creating!

PROGRAMS ON DEMAND At home or with your troop, these online and pre-packaged activities are designed to make it easy to earn badges.

gsnetx.org/ondemand CodeCampKidz: Learn to code online with a live guide.

Robots4STEM: An online program where you learn to program a humanoid robot.

Ambassador: Job shadowing | gsnetx.org/gsli

EVENTS THIS MONTH | Register at gsnetx.org/events STEM Petal Power: Clover and Rosie Date & Time: February 2, 3pm-4:30pm Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Daisies earn TWO petals as they engage in hands-on STEM activities. Clover uses resources wisely and Rosie makes the world a better place.

Daisies do both at this Super STEM event!

Code a Talking Robot with Ohbot Brownie | Junior | Cadette Date & Time: February 4, 6pm-8pm Location: Microsoft Store, Stonebriar Fee: FREE Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Oh, boy! It’s Ohbot! It’s your chance to get hands-on with an Ohbot, the award-winning, programmable expressive robot head. Girls will code the Ohbot robot to tell a story, sing a song or make a joke.

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Doktor Kaboom’s Wheel of Science All Date & Time: February 4, 12:30pm-2:30pm Location: AT&T Performing Arts Center Fee: $10 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Comedy and science collide at this spectacular performance! The whole family will learn scientific principles in a fun way. A $10 STEM workshop can be added for Girl Scouts attending the show!

Think Like an Engineer Overnight at the Perot All Date & Time: February 7-8, 6:30pm-8am Location: The Perot Museum of Nature & Science Fee: $50/girl, $35/adult Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Have you ever wanted to stay overnight at the Perot Museum? This is your chance! Earn your Think Like an Engineer Journey award while having fun in this exclusive Girl Scout event!

FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN You already know that Girl Scouts can help your girl be happier, healthier, more successful in school, and more satisfied with her life. But it’s not just your girl who benefits from our programming—Girl Scouts makes family life better by reinforcing the values you’re teaching at home, and offering fun and meaningful family bonding experiences you’ll cherish forever.

Partner alongside us in a mission we’re both passionate about: building your girl into a remarkable woman of tomorrow, nurtured by support on multiple fronts.

Throughout this book, look for the icon below. It will tell you which events are fun for the family!

Here are some Feb. 4 Kaboom’s Wheel of Science at family friendly Docktor the ATT Performing Arts Center events this Feb. 14-16 month! He & Me Campout at the STEM Center Feb. 23

Schoolhouse Rock at the Dallas Children's Theater

TRY JUMPSTART STEM badges made easy! gsnetx.org/jumpstart

february Cadette Special Agent Weekend Cadette Date & Time: February 7-9, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $40 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org It’s CSI at CPB! You’ll enjoy an exciting scavenger hunt and more investigator activities to earn the Cadette Special Agent Badge. Gain outdoor confidence while aiming for a bull's-eye at the archery range.

School’s Out, STEMS On All Date & Time: February 14, 9am-4pm or February 17, 9am-4pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $40 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org We’ve got your covered! School holidays = STEM fun all day at The STEM Center of Excellence!

Pack a sack lunch and drop off your Girl Scout for a day of badge earning and outdoor fun.

Daisy Explorer Daisy Date & Time: February 8, 10am-5pm Location: Camp Gambill Fee: $20 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Every Daisy loves to explore! A day at Camp Gambill is a great introduction to outdoor adventure. A nature hike on our peaceful property, games with new camp friends, a fun craft, and more await!

Valentine Variety Daisy | Brownie | Junior Date & Time: February 14-16, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Gambill Fee: $60 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Valentine’s weekend is a time for a hot cocoa social with new camp friends, a dance party, and Cupid’s favorite-archery-for Brownies and Juniors!

STEM Petal Power: Clover and Rosie Date & Time: February 9, 3pm-4:30pm Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Daisies earn TWO petals as they engage in hands-on STEM Activities. Clover uses resources wisely and Rosie makes the world a better place.

Daisies do both at this Super STEM event!

He & Me Campout All Date & Time: February 14-16, 6pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $85/child, $65/adult Contact: stem@gsnetx.org You will always be her first love. Spend this Valentine’s Day weekend with your Girl Scout enjoying outdoor adventures including archery, low ropes, hiking, campfires and more.

Code a Talking Robot with Ohbot Brownie | Junior | Cadette Date & Time: February 12, 6pm-8pm Location: Microsoft Store, Stonebriar Fee: FREE Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Oh, boy! It’s Ohbot! It’s your chance to get hands-on with an Ohbot, the award-winning, programmable expressive robot head. Girls will code the Ohbot robot to tell a story, sing a song or make a joke.

Babysitter Workshop Cadette Date & Time: February 15, 10am-3pm Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $65 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Learn the skills you need to become the best babysitter around! Girls will leave the workshop with the confidence and knowledge to start their successful babysitting business.

Camp Cupid Weekend Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: February 14-16, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $35 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org We’re showing Camp Bette Perot some L-O-V-E. with outdoor stewardship service projects while you earn the TLC patch. You don’t need cupid’s bow to aim for a bull's-eye. Enjoy a craft, hot chocolate, and s’mores!

World Thinking Day Workshop All Date & Time: February 17, 9-11am Location: Farmers Branch Historical Park Fee: $12 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org World Thinking Day is a Girl Scout cornerstone.

Prepare for it with this all-level workshop at the Historical Park. Foster critical thinking and participate in activities that promote changing the world for the better.

Check out the STEM Center for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Activities this month!

KEY:

: Family Friendly Event |

: Entrepreneurship Focused Event |

: STEM Focused Event |

Robotics Workshop Brownie | Junior | Cadette Date & Time: February 17, 9am-4pm Location: Studio Bella Fee: $30 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Join Studio Bella in earning your robotics badges.

Plan, build and showcase robots with the help of Studio Bella and award-winning robotics teams.

Code a Talking Robot with Ohbot Brownie | Junior | Cadette Date & Time: February 18, 6pm-8pm Location: Microsoft Store, Stonebriar Fee: FREE Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Oh, boy! It’s Ohbot! It’s your chance to get hands-on with an Ohbot, the award-winning, programmable expressive robot head. Girls will code the Ohbot robot to tell a story, sing a song or make a joke.

World Thinking Day Weekend All Date & Time: February 21-23, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $40 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org World Thinking Day is a Girl Scout cornerstone.

Celebrate at Camp Bette Perot as you learn songs, play sports field games, and help create a delicious dessert from around the globe.

Brownie Badge Bonanza Brownie Date & Time: February 21-23, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Rocky Point Fee: $35 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Join us a Camp Rocky Point as we embark on a badge-filled weekend adventure. Girl Scouts will earn the Eco Friend Badge, Outdoor Adventurer Badge and make s'mores, of course.

STEM Like a Girl Cadette Date & Time: February 22, 10am-2pm Location: Discovery Science Place, Tyler Fee: $25 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org A fun, hands-on day of STEM activities led by local female STEM professionals and UT Tyler female STEM students.

Mechanical Engineering Badge Workshop Daisy | Brownie | Junior Date & Time: February 22, 10am-2pm Location: Discovery Science Place, Tyler Fee: $25 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Daisies, Browines and Juniors—design, build and test your inventions as you earn your Mechanical Engineering Badges at Discovery Science Place!

: Outdoor Focused Event

: Life Skills Focused Event |

: Signature Event

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February World Thinking Day Celebration All Date & Time: February 22, 10am-3pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org World Thinking Day is a Girl Scout cornerstone.

Celebrate at the STEM Center to learn about Girl Scouts around the world, with an engineering twist.

GSLI: Girl Consulting Forum Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: February 23, 1:30pm -3pm Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: FREE Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Shape the vision for GSNETX as part of our biannual Girl Consulting Forum. Meet with our Chief Executive Officer, Jennifer Bartkowski to discuss issues that impact our council’s direction.

Schoolhouse Rock All Date & Time: February 23, 1:30pm-4pm Location: Dallas Children’s Theater Fee: $16 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Rock out to the classic hits of Schoolhouse Rock live on stage! DCT’s professional performers bring the cartoon classic to life. A pre-show workshop is available for an additional $5 while spots last.

Brownie Bugs and Fishing Fun Brownie Date & Time: February 23 -March 1, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $50 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Earn your Brownie Bugs Badge, while exploring camp, gaining outdoor confidence and sleeping on a platform tent. Enjoy a hike to Alligator Pond for fishing and observing bugs in their home!

Family Camp at Rocky Point All Date & Time: February 28 -March 1, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Rocky Point Fee: $30 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Family time is best around a campfire! Discover the rustic fun of Camp Rocky Point as you get the whole family together to enjoy the outdoors and build healthy relationships. You'll even help make a special souvenir to take home!

Please Note: Event availability is first come, first served. New events are added throughout the year.

All events and patch designs are subject to change without notice. Please check gsnetx.org/events for the most updated listings.

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BUILT F O R THIS W

inter coats may still be hanging dutifully by the door, but in only a matter of weeks, summer will be returning to North Texas, and hiking boots will be reclaiming their seasonal space.

Don’t just daydream of the return of warmer days—make plans for them! Now is the perfect time to begin thinking about which exceptional camp experiences will help make your girl’s summer—not just one she’ll remember with a smile, but one that aided in the development of her self-confidence, friendships, unique talents, even her future career!

From the tranquil acres of Camp Gambill, to the exciting hum of science experiments at The STEM Center of Excellence, and the adventures on sparkling Lake Texoma’s Camp Rocky Point to the horseback fun at Camp Bette Perot, Girl Scout of Northeast Texas offers a variety of summertime, camp experiences for Girl Scouts of all ages. With a variety of themes designed to cater to her unique interests, developing talents, and existing skill sets, there is something for everyone.

Girl Scouts knows girls, and we know camping. Each year, we watch girls blossom in courage, confidence, and character through the unique camp experiences she’ll find in our day camps or overnight resident camps. Camp registration opens March 1.

94% of girls reported building friendships 89% of girls reported working with others as a team 81% of parents reported girls tried new things

2019 Girl Camp Survey Results

While you’re anticipating the arrival of our Summer Camp Guide early next year, check out these camp highlights, and begin the process of determining which locations she’ll most enjoy this summer for her camp experience of a lifetime!

Camp Rocky Point (Denison, TX) A vintage camp with traditional platform tents, spacious air-conditioned shelters, a charming boat-themed fire circle and daily activities in the sparkling water of beautiful Lake Texoma. With archery, sports field, obstacle course and water sports, this is the spot for adventure!

Camp Gambill (Paris, TX) Ahh, how relaxing! This beautiful camp outside of Paris, Texas, features airconditioned cabins, a tranquil lake, Goosey Golf and, of course, Skippy the Goose. But don’t let the calm atmosphere fool you, Camp Gambill has tons of fun in store.

Camp Bett Perot (Palestine, TX) Featuring a confidence-building ropes course, a crystal-clear pool, and horses, our most popular camp property is home to our Equestrian Leadership Center and offers traditional platform tents, some cabins with air-conditioning, and an archery range.

The STEM Center of Excellence (Dallas, TX) After a $15 million investment, this 92-acre living laboratory offers standard camp activities like swimming, archery, and ropes course as well as hands-on STEM activities that will spark curiosity.

MARCH Let's celebrate SHE-roes! Juliette Gordon Low founded Girl Scouts 108 years ago. Girl Scout Birthday Week is March 8 – 13. We also give a shout out to girls who are working hard to earn their Bronze, Silver or Gold Awards. Learn more about our highest awards at gsnetx.org/highestawards.

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Cadette: Science of Happiness, Girl Scout Way, aMAZE!

At home or with your troop, these online and pre-packaged activities are designed to make it easy to earn badges.

Senior: Business Etiquette, Girl Scout Way, GIRLtopia

Girl Scout History - With this kit, girls will learn traditional Girl Scout songs, make the original Girl Scout cookies, and check out vintage uniforms.

Flag Ceremony – Learn how to present a flag ceremony for events in your community.

Ambassador: Dinner Party, Girl Scout Way, Your Voice, Your World

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EVENTS THIS MONTH | Register at gsnetx.org/events She & Me STEM Spa All Date & Time: February 28-March 1, 6pm-12pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $85/child, $65/adult Contact: stem@gsnetx.org Did you know, beauty IS science? Come relax and discover the connection between science and beauty, fashion and fitness with your Girl Scout! Pack your bags and your bedroll. We will take care of the rest!

Petal Power: Mari the Marigold Daisy Date & Time: March 1, 3pm-4:30pm Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Daisies will reinforce their social-emotional learning, become more aware of what they say and do, and will learn how to instill a positive impact through the Tacky Box® program!

Lightwire Theater’s The Ugly Duckling All Date & Time: March 1, 12:30pm-4pm Location: AT&T Performing Arts Center Fee: $10 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Come early to earn your Fun Patch (for an additional $10), and then enjoy this classic children’s tale with a cutting-edge, modern twist —blending puppetry, technology and dance!

Texas Girls in STEM Day Celebration All Date & Time: March 1, 1pm–5pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $7 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org It’s official! Texas has a day dedicated to sharing STEM career paths with girls. Our STEM Center is the perfect place to celebrate by interacting with female STEM professionals and completing hands-on activities!

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ary Katherine has always loved the sea.

When she learned that chemical sunscreen was damaging the entire underwater ecosystem, she took action.

She founded Project Reeflove, an awareness and educational campaign that teaches kids one simple way we can all help protect coral reefs. Her program encourages people to choose mineral sunscreen or rash guard swimsuits instead of chemical sunscreen. So far, her message has reached more than 11,000 people around the globe. "I had no idea I could be this impactful, but Girl Scouts gave me the motivation and structure I needed to make my work successful. It’s just proof that girls are powerful, intelligent, and driven. When you respect that and support them, they can do amazing things."

Mary Katherine was a 2019 National Gold Award Girl Scout and GSNETX Young Woman of Distinction. •

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march Me & My Gal at Bette Perot Brownie | Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: March 6-8, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $80 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Join your favorite ‘gal’ to enjoy archery, a horseback trail ride and more at Camp Bette Perot while you strengthen your relationship with each other!

Gain the Skills Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: March 6-8, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Rocky Point Fee: $60 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Expand your camping and life skills by gaining your outdoor confidence during this fun-filled weekend that’s part 2 of a 4-part program!

Archery & Laser Tag Combo Cadette Date & Time: March 7, 1pm-10pm Location: Camp Gambill Fee: $30 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Earn your Cadette Archery Badge during a fun day at camp that also includes playing laser tag, and roasting hot dogs and s’mores!

Girl Scout Sunday All Date & Time: March 8, TBD Location: All houses of worship Fee: FREE Contact: troopsupport@gsnetx.org Girl Scouts has longstanding traditions of celebrating with our faith partners during Girl Scout Week. Coordinate with your local house of worship to have Girl Scouts take the lead on these special days.

Sisterhood Social Brownie | Junior Date & Time: March 8, 2pm-4pm Location: SPARK! Fee: $15 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Spark your sisterhood and create real meaningful relationships! Come join our social, and ignite your creativity at this unique venue!

Petal Power: Mari the Marigold Daisy Date & Time: March 8, 3pm- 4:30pm Location: Southern Sector Service Center Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Daisies will reinforce their social-emotional learning, become more aware of what they say and do, and will learn how to instill a positive impact through the Tacky Box® program!

School’s Out, STEMS On: Spring Break Edition All Date & Time: March 9-12, 9am-4pm or March 16-19 , 9am-4pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $199 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org Spring Break = STEM fun all day at The STEM Center of Excellence! Pack a sack lunch and drop off your Girl Scout for a day of badge earning and outdoor fun. Refer to event page for a list of themes and prices.

Girl Scout Birthday Bash All Date & Time: March 12, 9am-12pm, come and go Location: Farmers Branch Historical Park Fee: $15 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Come one, come all to celebrate the 108th birthday of Girl Scouts! Honor what Juliette Gordon Low founded more than a century ago and the core mission of building girls of courage, confidence and character!

Girl Scout Jumu'ah All Date & Time: March 13, TBD Location: All houses of worship Fee: FREE Contact: troopsupport@gsnetx.org Girl Scouts has longstanding traditions of celebrating with our faith partners during Girl Scout Week. Coordinate with your local house of worship to have Girl Scouts take the lead on these special days.

Girl Scout Birthday Extravaganza Daisy | Brownie | Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: March 13-15, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $45 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org All Girl Scouts can unite to celebrate Girl Scouts’ 108th birthday! Girls can experience valuable and character-building Girl Scout traditions, creating fun crafts, decorating cookies, and more! : Family Friendly Event |

: Entrepreneurship Focused Event |

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Family Camp at Camp Gambill All Date & Time: March 13-15, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Gambill Fee: $40 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Girls and their familes can enjoy nurturing healthy relationships while having outdoor fun, making a creature craft, taking a night hike, and playing laser tag!

Family “Pi”-thon All Date & Time: March 14, 10am-5pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $7 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org It’s as simple as 3.141592! Come join this celebration with the entire family! Pack a picnic and learn how math impacts our world. Outdoor amenities can be added for an additional fee.

Microsoft DigiGirlz Day Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: March 14, 9am–4:30pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $40 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org An interactive career exploration with thoughtprovoking exercises, interesting Microsoft product demonstrations, career planning Q&A and information about technology and business roles.

Girl Scout Sabbath/Shabbat All Date & Time: March 13-14, Location: All houses of worship Fee: FREE Contact: troopsupport@gsnetx.org Girl Scouts has longstanding traditions of celebrating with our faith partners during Girl Scout Week. Coordinate with your local house of worship to have Girl Scouts take the lead on these special days.

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Wilderness & Remote First Aid Senior | Ambassador | Volunteer Date & Time: March 13-15, 6pm-2pm Location: Camp Gambill Fee: $125 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Girls Scouts ages 14 and older, and volunteers will build upon their leadership qualities in learning how to deal with emergency situations by using first-aid skills in a delayed-help environment.

Brownie Skills for Living Brownie Date & Time: March 17, 2pm-3:30pm Location: Market Street, Coppell Fee: $10 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org It’s fun field trip time at the Market Street Store!

Exploring this grocery store will help Brownies develop important life skills, including learning how to manage money.

Please Note: Event availability is first come, first served. New events are added throughout the year.

All events and patch designs are subject to change without notice. Please check gsnetx.org/events for the most updated listings.

: STEM Focused Event |

: Outdoor Focused Event

: Life Skills Focused Event |

: Signature Event

march Junior Skills for Living Junior Date & Time: March 18, 2pm-3:30pm Location: Market Street, Coppell Fee: $10 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org It’s fun field trip time at the Market Street Store!

Exploring this grocery store will help Juniors develop important life skills, including learning how to manage money.

Junior Camping Adventure Junior Date & Time: March 20-22, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Gambill Fee: $80 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Take in the outdoors as you challenge yourself canoeing, trying archery, playing sand volleyball, and spending time around the campfire eating those gooey s’mores! Four meals are included.

Family Camp at Rocky Point All Date & Time: March 27-29, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Rocky Point Fee: $40 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Girls and their familes can enjoy nuturing healthy relationships while having outdoor fun!

You’ll even help make a special souvenir to take home!

Cadette Skills for Living Cadette Date & Time: March 19, 2pm-3:30pm Location: Market Street, Coppell Fee: $10 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org It’s fun field trip time at the Market Street Store!

Exploring this grocery store will help Cadettes develop important life skills, including learning how to manage money.

Brownie Journey Day: Quest at Old Red Museum Brownie Date & Time: March 21, 9am-12:30pm Location: Old Red Museum Fee: $20 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Brownies will learn the rich and varied cultural, economic, political and social history of the Dallas County Area at the Old Red Museum as they earn their Quest Journey!

Daisy Journey: Flower Garden at the Dallas Arboretum Daisy Date & Time: March 28, 5pm-9pm Location: Dallas Arboretum Fee: $30 members/$35 nonmembers Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Daisies will explore the world of gardening, connect with nature and learn life and Earth science at one of America’s top botanical gardens!

Change Makers & Risk Takers Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: March 21, 9:30am-12:30pm Location: Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Take a deep dive into the history of the civil rights movement,as well as how various groups have fought for the right to have their voices heard, then and now.

Voices for the Vote Life skills Junior | Cadette Date & Time: March 28, 10am-1pm Location: Hall of State in Fair Park Fee: $15 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org The women’s suffrage movement involved a lot of girl power! Girls will explore the history of the 19th Amendment and learn about this important time in history through visual art projects and theatrical mock activities.

Cadette aMAZE Life skills Cadette Date & Time: March 21, 11am-4pm Location: SPARK! Fee: $30 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Navigate the twists and turns of getting along and working together! Girls will gain tips and strategies for creating healthy relationships.

She & Me Financial Literacy

She-roes: Celebrating Women All Date & Time: March 19, 9am-12pm, come and go Location: Farmers Branch Historical Park Fee: $15 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org The women’s suffrage movement involved a lot of girl power! To honor the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, join us at Farmers Branch Historical Park as we celebrate our She-roes.

Grant Halliburton Presentation: Bounce Back Cadette | Senior | Ambassador | Volunteer Date & Time: March 19, 6pm-7:30pm Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Sometimes, the most challenging times in our lives teach us more about ourselves than the good times. Come to learn how to build your resilience for when life gets tough.

Daisy Fun with Mom Daisy Date & Time: March 20-22, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $65 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Young girls can earn their Daisy Outdoor Art Maker Badge and Daisy Trail Adventure Badge, while enjoying time with mom during this funfilled weekend!

Cadette Saddle Up & Archery Combo Cadette Date & Time: March 20-22, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $70 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Get ready to challenge yourself as you enjoy time at the barn earning the GSNETX Cadette Saddle Up Badge and aiming for a bull’s-eye on the archery range!

Last Stop on Market Street All Date & Time: March 22, 1:30pm-4pm Location: Dallas Children’s Theater Fee: $16 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Come early to receive your Fun Patch (for an additional $5) before enjoying this imaginative play based on the award-winning children’s book that teaches learning to appreciate the beauty in everyday things!

Ambassador Ultimate Recration ChallengeAdventure at Perot Ambassador Date & Time: March 27-29, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $70 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Demonstrate your courage by taking on the high ropes and then relax on a horseback trail ride as you enjoy the great outdoors! Girls will complete steps 1 and 4 of the Ambassador Ultimate Recreation Challenge badge.

Breakfast Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: March 28, 9am-12pm Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $25 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org It’s never too early, or too late, to learn about money management! You and your girl together will be equipped with vital knowledge needed to gain financial freedom.

Adult Recognition Brunch & Annual Meeting All | Volunteer Date & Time: March 28, TBD Location: Prestonwood Country Club Fee: $7 Contact: conect@gsnetx.org Our Adult Recognition Brunch and Annual Meeting serve as an opportunity to honor our outstanding, dedicated volunteers as well as welcome delegates from around the council to carry out required annual business.

Summer ca mp registratio n opens this month! check out gsnetx.org /camp

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APRIL Love your environment! Whether you go camping, earn an outdoor badg,e or attend an Earth Day event, take a moment to appreciate the natural beauty that surrounds us. Make a plan to care for the environment and help others connect with nature.

TRY THESE BADGES: Daisy: Gloria and Gerri Petals, Outdoor Art Maker, Eco Learner

FREE PATCH PROGRAM gsnetx.org/patches

Brownie: Bugs, Outdoor Art Creator, Eco Friend

#ReduceReuseRecyleGS - Girls can celebrate Earth Day all month long. #FinancialLiteracyGS - Use skills earned by selling cookies in your everyday life.

Junior: Flowers, Outdoor Art Explorer, Eco Camper

PROGRAMS ON DEMAND

Cadette: Trees, Outdoor Art Experience, Eco Trekker Senior: Sky, Outdoor Art Expert, Eco Explorer Ambassador: Water, Outdoor Art Master, Eco Advocate

At home or with your troop, these online and pre-packaged activities are designed to make it easy to earn badges.

gsnetx.org/ondemand Think Like a Citizen Scientist: Observe and track honey bees or monarch butterflies.

Strong Girls: Make healthy habits the norm and spread these habits to friends, family, and community.

EVENTS THIS MONTH | Register at gsnetx.org/events She & Me Campout: Higher Awards Weekend All Date & Time: April 3-5, 6pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $85/child, $65/adult Contact: stem@gsnetx.org Reach higher to make a change in your community! Along with your troop volunteer or a female relative, find inspiration for an issue that captures your interest in your higher award pursuit, or use the time to refine and complete an award project you’ve already begun.

Brownie Journey Day: WOW! Wonders of Water Brownie Date & Time: April 4, 10am-3pm Location: Lewisville ISD Outdoor Learning Area Fee: $25 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Wow! Brownies will explore the importance of water at Lewisville ISD Outdoor Learning Area while earning their WOW Journey.

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GSLI: Saturday Sampler 8th grade Cadettes | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: April 4, 10am-4:30pm Location: Ericsson Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Discover all GSLI has to offer future girl leaders!

Incoming 9th grade girls, as well as current 9th through 12th grade girls, are encouraged to attend and learn more.

Brownie Letterboxer Weekend Brownie Date & Time: April 3-5, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $55 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Explore Camp Bette Perot as you earn your Brownie Letterboxer badge. You will be taking a hike, making s’mores, aiming for a bull’s-eye at the archery range, and more during this funfilled weekend.

CLUB SPOTLIGHT:

Stream Team

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hese teens give a whole new meaning to streaming! The Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas Stream Team is a volunteer-led program that introduces girls to the importance of citizen science and water protection.

By collecting data from Dallas’ O’Guinn Creek on an ongoing basis and submitting it to the City of Dallas and the state of Texas, Stream Team girls take an active role in providing information that can help policy makers recognize patterns and identify trends in water quality.

In addition to the vital regular water testing, team members also conduct hands-on experiments, take field trips, and take part in “boots in the stream” projects based on participant interests.

Stream Team is open to Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors. For more information, contact: cvanous@gmail.com

For a full list of clubs for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassadors visit gsnetx.org/clubs

TRY JUMPSTART STEM badges made easy! gsnetx.org/jumpstart

april Petal Power: Gloria and Gerri Daisy Date & Time: April 5, 3pm-4:30pm Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org R-E-S-P-E-C-T! Daisies earn two petals as they hear about Gloria and Gerri’s story of respect.

Petal Power: Gloria and Gerri Daisy Date & Time: April 5, 3pm-4:30pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org R-E-S-P-E-C-T! Daisies earn two petals as they hear about Gloria and Gerri’s story of respect.

Sunday Funday All Date & Time: April 5, 10am-5pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $5 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org Grab the family, pack a picnic, and join us for a day of STEM fun. You can even expand your outdoor adventures for additional fees!

First Responder: Ecologist Edition All Date & Time: April 10, 9am-4pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $40 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org School holidays are STEM days at The STEM Center of Excellence! Pack a sack lunch and drop off your Girl Scout for a day of badge-earning and outdoor fun.

Horseback Riding Workshop Junior Date & Time: April 11, 1pm-3pm Location: Hopper Ranch Fee: $25 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Get ready to ride! Saddle up and learn what it takes to be an accomplished horseback rider.

(Note: The rain-out date for this event is April 25, 2020.)

Verizon Environmental Stewardship Day All Date & Time: April 11, 9am-1pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $10 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Join us for this GSNETX and Verizon exclusive!

Girls will learn about ways to care for our planet through interactive activities aligned to the Environmental Stewardship badges and Earth Day patch.

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: Family Friendly Event |

: Entrepreneurship Focused Event |

East Texas Giving Day All Date & Time: April 13, 6am-midnight Location: Online East Texas Giving Day is an 18-hour online event that provides critical funding for area nonprofits.

Thousands of donors from every community in East Texas get a chance to raise funds for organizations including Girl Scouts. All donations remain in East Texas.

Camp Detectives Junior Date & Time: April 17-19, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $60 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Explore Camp Bette Perot to earn the Junior Detective Badge, challenge yourself with the rock wall and zip line, enjoy s’mores, and more!

Tyler Maker Faire 2020 All Date & Time: April 18, 9am-5pm, come and go Location: Discovery Science Place, Tyler Fee: $8/child, $10/adult, members are 1/2 price Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Come experience STEAM fun! The 8th Annual Tyler Maker Faire will offer science and art activities for the whole family.

Environmental Stewardship Badge Workshop Daisy | Brownie | Junior Date & Time: April 18, 10am-12pm Location: John Bunker Sands Wetlands Fee: $10 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Get outside! Explore the wonders of the natural world around us at John Bunker Sands Wetlands Center as you complete your Environmental Stewardship Badge.

Environmental Stewardship Badge Workshop Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: April 18, 1pm-3pm Location: John Bunker Sands Wetlands Fee: $10 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Get outside! Explore the wonders of the natural world around us at John Bunker Sands Wetlands Center as you complete your Environmental Stewardship Badge.

STEM Around the Bases All Date & Time: April 18, 4pm-10pm Location: Dr. Pepper Ballpark Fee: $25 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Join Girl Scouts and the Frisco RoughRiders for the 5th annual Covering the Bases of STEM! A movie and optional sleepover will follow.

: STEM Focused Event |

Experience the Challenge Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: April 18-19, 10am-12pm Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $75 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Pack for adventure! Discover the essentials of backpacking—from what to include in your backpack to how to plan your own weekend excursion. (Part 3 of 4-part program.)

Daisy Journey Day: Between Earth and Sky Daisy Date & Time: April 19, 1pm-5pm Location: Pure Land Farm Fee: $25 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Daisies are invited to Pure Land Farm where they will spend the day earning their Between Earth and Sky Journey while learning to be considerate of one another and the world around us.

Ambassador Ultimate Recreation Challenge: Adventure at Camp Gambill Ambassador Date & Time: April 24-26, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Gambill Fee: $50 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Get ready for lake fun like you’ve never experienced it before as you challenge yourself in canoeing and kayaking while completing Step 3 of the Ambassador Ultimate Recreation Challenge Badge.

He & Me at Camp Gambill Brownie | Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: April 24-26, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Gambill Fee: $80 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Don’t miss a weekend of exciting memorymaking adventures as Girl Scouts and their favorite male adults try out archery, kayaking, and more!

Earth X All Date & Time: April 25, 10am-6pm, come and go Location: Fair Park Fee: Free Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Earn your 2020 Earth Day patch alongside your family or troop at EarthX 2020. The self-guided adventure celebrates 50 years of Earth Day!

Please Note: Event availability is first come, first served. New events are added throughout the year.

All events and patch designs are subject to change without notice. Please check gsnetx.org/events for the most updated listings.

: Outdoor Focused Event

: Life Skills Focused Event |

: Signature Event

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Raising awesome girls

Friend Breakups Are the Worst: Here's How to Help Her Through It

By Andrea Bastiani Archibald, Ph.D.

Your daughter and her bestie have always been like peanut butter and jelly. If your girl ever ignored you to check a text, there was never a doubt who was on the other end of those emojis.

Until…now.

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hether hurt feelings are involved or the two are simply growing apart, friend breakups can be confusing, painful, and even potentially damaging to her sense of self. And your heart is likely aching for her.

Instead of taking sides, or trying to ignore the situation away, there are a few things you can do to help.

Find Out if It’s a Breakup or a Shakeup. Let’s say your daughter comes home insisting she’s never speaking to her BFF again. Unless it’s typical for this girl to mistreat or bully your girl (in which case, she’s better off without her!), this is probably worth a little investigating.

Suggest that when she sees her friend next, she use an “I” statement to explain her feelings and try to get to the bottom of things. It works like this: • First, she should find a quiet time to chat with her friend oneon-one—not in front of a group.

• When they’re together, your girl should say, “When you [fill in

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the blank with specifics about whatever was said or done that upset her], I feel [fill in the blank with how she feels and why].

simply taking an informal break instead of specifically breaking up. That way, there’s no big announcement of “we’re not friends anymore!,” but your girl can slowly start to spend more time with other Calmly discussing the emotional people while pressing pause on a play-by-play of relationships is a friendship that just isn’t working out skill that most of us could still work so great right now. on. If she starts practicing healthy What's not OK? Putting someone communication now, it will benefit her throughout her life in all kinds of else down, ghosting them without explanation, betraying their trust, or circumstances. otherwise going out of the way to make them feel excluded.

Give Her a Break (With a And as for social? Unfriending, Bit Less Drama). You know the unfollowing, or deleting pics from Girl Scout song, “make new friends, happier times can essentially serve but keep the old”? It doesn’t say, “make new friends, but keep the old as a declaration of war in Girl World.

Urge your daughter to take the more and hang out with each of them all subtle approach by the time, even if you don’t have that much adjusting her settings "Be there in common anymore.” so she sees less of the former bestie or It’s sad, but to listen, spending less time sometimes the and take online herself. friendships that once her feelings meant everything no longer serve the seriously. If When It’s Really and Truly Broken. purpose they once she’s upset, If she’s the one who did. That process got ditched or is being (and the awareness let her be" mistreated, she’s likely that it’s happening) having all the feels— can be confusing and upsetting girls from being majorly bummed out to wishing her former bestie ultimate to navigate. doom. If she’s already expressed her Obviously, your daughter doesn’t sadness and confusion to the other have to remain friends with anyone, girl, suggest she journal out the rest but it’s important to honor the good times by being kind and respectful. of her feelings in an old-fashioned Many times, the best way to notebook. It’ll give her the time and space to work through her emotions handle a situation like this is by without running the risk of saying

something on social or in another public forum that could cause even more drama.

Also, be there to listen, and take her feelings seriously. If she’s upset, let her be—she’s mourning an important relationship in her life, and that shouldn’t be brushed off.

Give her space, but also encourage her to put herself in situations where she might meet new girls more aligned with her interests and values. Challenging herself to learn something new— like how to skateboard or play her favorite song on guitar—could also be a healthy distraction right now and give her something to feel proud of in the end.

The hurt of a best friend breakup can run really deep, but with you by her side to guide her, you’ll both make it through and could end up closer than ever. • Read more “Raising Awesome Girls” articles at: girlscouts.org/raising-girls

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

Friendships are a crucial element in protecting your girl's mental health. Read on for professional advice on handling changes in friendships.

MAY Appreciate the arts! Music, books, art and drama connect both emotion and science to other aspects of life. Discover your unique voice and see how art can help people connect to others and to things that give their lives meaning.

TRY THESE BADGES:

YOUR GSNETX SHOP:

Camping Gear Headquarters!

ESSENTIALS

FREE PATCH PROGRAM gsnetx.org/patches

Daisy: Vi Petal; 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals!

Brownie: Painting, My Family Story, Dancer, A World for Girls Junior: Drawing, Scribe, Musician, aMUSE Cadette: Comic Artist, Screenwriter, Public Speaker, MEdia Senior: Collage Artist, Novelist, MISSION: SISTERHOOD! Ambassador: Photographer, BLISS: Live It! Give It!

#OkayToSayGS - Girls will learn about mental health issues and how it affects our community. This patch program is held in partnership with Okay to Say™.

PROGRAMS ON DEMAND At home or with your troop, these online and pre-packaged activities are designed to make it easy to earn badges.

gsnetx.org/ondemand Four Famous Female Artists: Learn about four women who paved the way for the visual arts, a field that was mostly dominated by men.

Space Science Explorers: Learn all about the Solar System and our place in it.

mosquito netting • cutlery • drinkware dish dunk bags • binoculars !

NEW trunk organizer with built in cooler F OR D OW N T I M E

journals • books • games • fun patches

EVENTS THIS MONTH | Register at gsnetx.org/events Outdoor Fun Daisy | Brownie Date & Time: May 1-3, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Rocky Point Fee: $60 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org It’s always fun exploring nature! Girls will expand their camping skills and gain outdoor confidence in this fun-filled weekend. This is part 2 of a 2-part program.

Petal Power: Vi Daisy Date & Time: May 3, 3pm-4:30pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Girl Scout Sisters! Daisies earn a petal as they hear Vi’s Story about being a sister to every Girl Scout.

Petal Power: Vi Daisy Date & Time: May 3, 3pm-4:30pm Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $5 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Girl Scout sisters! Daisies earn a petal as they hear Vi’s Story about being a sister to every Girl Scout.

Challenge-Adventure at Camp K Ambassador Date & Time: May 8-10, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Kadahadcho (Camp K) Fee: $35 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Primitive camping is not for the faint of heart!

Girls will complete step 2 of the Ambassador Ultimate Recreation Challenge Badge at Camp K by learning this outdoor skill.

Ambassador Ultimate Recration

“OOPS! I FORGOT” IT EMS • hair brush • flashlight

Camp Shops are open during troop camping.

Buy camp-specific gear!

Locations & hours at

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MAY Put It All Together Cadette | Senior | Ambassador Date & Time: May 8-10, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Kadahadcho (Camp K) Fee: $75 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Put your backpacking and primitive camping skills to the test as you compete with other girls to complete tasks such as speed tent pitching, complex fire building, cooking with a challenge, and much more! This is part 4 of a 4-part program.

Painting and Drawing Badge Workshop Brownie | Junior Date & Time: May 8-10, 6pm-10pm Location: Spark!

Fee: $45 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Spark your creative side and enjoy Girl Scout sisterhood at this sleepunder full of art activities.

Dinner is included!

Ambassador Ultimate Recreation Challenge-Adventure at Camp Rocky Point Ambassador Date & Time: May 15-17, 6pm-12pm Location: Camp Rocky Point Fee: $35 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org Get ready to complete your challenge! Learn the basics of backpacking, birdwatching, and more. This is step 5 of the Ambassador Ultimate Recreation Challenge Badge.

Daisy Journey Day: 3 Cheers for Animals Daisy Date & Time: May 16, 9am-12:30pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $25 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org Hip, hip, hooray for animals! On this journey, Daisies will learn more about our animal friends and how to protect them.

Babysitter Workshop Cadette Date & Time: May 16, 10am-3pm Location: Southern Sector Service Center Fee: $65 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Learn the skills you need to become the best babysitter around! Girls will leave the workshop with the confidence and knowledge to have a successful babysitting business.

“Taste of STEM” Family Funday All Date & Time: May 16, 10am-5pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $5 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org Calling all Girl Scouts and their families! Pack a picnic and join us for a day of STEM fun. Outdoor amenities available an additional fees.

The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe All Date & Time: May 17, 1:30pm-4pm Location: Dallas Children’s Theater Fee: $16 Contact: programs@gsnetx.org Come early to earn a fun patch (additional $5), and then watch this popular rendition of a beloved children’s book, and learn how to find the hero within!

School’s Out, STEMS On All Date & Time: May 22, 9am-4pm Location: STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $199 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org Spring Break = STEM fun all day at The STEM Center of Excellence! Pack a sack lunch and drop off your Girl Scout for a day of badge earning and outdoor fun. Refer to event page for a list of themes and prices.

Calling All Girl Scouts Sept 21, 2019 • April 19, 2020 • May 3, 2020 May 17, 2020 • Sept 19, 2020

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INCLUDES DINNER AND SHOW • 30 MAGNIfiCENT HORSES

Doors opens at 12 pm • Workshops starts at 1 pm Show starts at 2 pm All Girl Scouts in attendance will receive the Medieval Times fun patch and credit toward the following Badges: Pets, Animal Habitats, Animal Helpers, Voices for Animals, and Playing the Past!

2021 N. Stemmons Fwy., Dallas, TX 75207 | medievaltimes.com

Make Reservations Today. Call 469-342-5555 or email dallas.groups@medeivaltimes.com *Restrictions apply. Tax & gratuity additional. Dates and times subject to change.

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Please Note: Event availability is first come, first served. New events are added throughout the year.

All events and patch designs are subject to change without notice. Please check gsnetx.org/events for the most updated listings.

KEY: : Family Friendly Event : STEM Focused Event : Outdoor Focused Event : Entrepreneurship Focused Event : Life Skills Focused Event : Signature Event

Did you know?

Bridging is moving from one level of Girl Scouts to another.

Want to join us for large-scale bridging events? Registration will be live january 2020 Get ready to bridge with bridging kits from the GSNETX shop!

Secrets to the

BEST TROOP YEAR EVER:

• Hold 2-3 meetings per month • Complete 4 badges per year • Participate in 5 different activity types per year (community service, field trips, camping, STEM, badges, Cookie Program, patch programs) – be sure to ask the girls for their input!

• Have 10-12 girls in your troop • Enhance the experience by: ⮕ getting girls to work together in groups ⮕ getting girls outside ⮕ engaging in community service ⮕ communicating and engaging parents/families in the troop experience For information on how to earn this patch and to learn more, email troopsupport@gsnetx.org

Early Bird is coming!

In Spring 2020, you’ll have the opportunity to save your spot and commit to the next Girl Scout membership year. Exciting incentives & events coming soon for those who take advantage of our Early Bird Spring Renewal.

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“Because I am a Girl Scout, “Because I am a Girl Scout,

I know I am worth more.”

I know I don’t have to be afraid to be myself.”

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