Events + Activities, Fall 2022, GSNETX

Events + Activities Fall 2022

A word from the CEO

Hi, Girl Scouts!

Our Mission

I hope you had a great summer and are excited for another Girl Scout year to begin! We are so glad that we can be a place for you to be you. Flip through this book and see what we have in store. Use the check boxes to let your caregiver or troop leader know what you want to try. Whether on your own, with your family, or with your troop, Girl Scout activities and events are fun. Not only that, being a Girl Scout helps you grow and learn about the world around you. Each month, we highlight free patch programs—a great way to add patches to the back of your uniform while learning about different cultures and giving back to your community. When I was a Girl Scout, I loved to go to camp. I hope you’ll plan to join us at one of our troop and family camp weekends. At camp, you can ride a horse, try archery, take a hike, or kayak and canoe. Unplug and get outside this fall! One last thing: Girl Scouting is more fun with friends. This year, I want to challenge you to invite a friend along on the adventure. Have fun!

Learn the Lingo

Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Camp with your troop

No matter how long you’ve been a Girl Scout, sometimes it’s hard to remember what’s what. We hope this little glossary helps you navigate the listings in this book.

Badges and Journeys - The building blocks of Girl Scouts. They are 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.

Event listings - There is always something available for girls and families to do. Programs are added regularly at gsnetx.org/events.

Family & Friend events - As long as one Girl Scout is in the group, brothers, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends can join the fun.

Program Grade Level (PGL) - Age groups in Girl Scouts. Daisies are Kindergarten and grade 1, Brownies are grades 2 and 3, Juniors are grades 4 and 5, Cadettes are grades 6, 7, and 8; Seniors are grades 9 and 10; and Ambassadors are grades 11 and 12.

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Jennifer K. Bartkowski | Chief Executive Officer

Break out the hoodies for weekend camping this fall

Girl Scouts are forces of nature—and they were meant for outdoor adventures. Each one of those adventures grows her “I’ve got this” attitude. Once Girl Scouts unlock that confidence, they’ll aim as high as the stars they see twinkling above the campfire. Our weekend camp experiences for troops and families are specially developed to give girls and their adults just the right amount of structured activities and free time to embrace their independence while forming new bonds with fellow campers.

From the lake shores at camp Gambill, to the horse trails at Camp Bette Perot, to the mind-bending and badge-earning science fun at The STEM Center of Excellence at Camp Whispering Cedars, there are exciting discoveries for all ages. Not exactly a

“rustic” troop or family? No worries! Our offerings include cabin or lodge sleeping! There’s an option to suit all camping comfort zones. Book your camp weekend today.

Visit gsnetx.org/events for upcoming general and special-themed weekend camping opportunities this fall.

Girl Scouts serves you differently as you enter high school.

Girl Scout Leadership Institute

Network and Etiquette sponsored by Ericsson Saturday, October 15

Cookie Box Creations

Orientation

Sunday, October 16

While you’re earning badges, Journeys, and your Gold Award, our popular Girl Scout Leadership Institute (GSLI) presented by Amazon delivers programming to get you ready for the next chapter of your life.

GSLI events include job shadowing, career exploration, college readiness, and more.

GSLI event at Women of Distinction Luncheon presented by AT&T sponsored by Ericsson Friday, October 28

Eat, Shop, Share Saturday, December 3

Register at gsnetx.org/events (search for GSLI)

Get a jump-start on entrepreneurship and the Five Skills with family and friends by participating in the Fall Product Program. This online-only sale of nuts, candy, and magazines is an easy way to earn money for your troop adventures this fall!

The Fall Product Program runs September 21 - October 26

• Troops earn 20% in proceeds to power their next adventure.

• Girl Scouts can earn a personalized patch with their likeness and name and are eligible to earn a crossover patch if participating in Fall Product and the Girl Scout Cookie Program.

• Qualifying troops can also earn bonus proceeds through the Cookie Program when participating in both Fall Product and Cookie Program by meeting eligibility criteria.

Make sure your Girl Scout is renewed for this school year, and you’ll be included on communication with all the details on how to participate.

For more information, visit gsnetx.org/fallproduct.

Students immerse themselves in a world of coding, robotics, drones, and design. Our classes are perfect for kids and teens who have great imaginations, enjoy solving challenges or simply love technology. Find the perfect fit for your child's interest and skill level!

DRONES ROBOTICS BROWSE OUR STEM CAMPS & CLASSES

September

� Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend

All ages and Family & Friends

Date: September 10 & 11

Location: Any state park of your choosing Fee: $0+ (varies by park/available amenities) Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Girl Scouts nationwide, along with their troops, friends, and families, celebrate our shared love of the outdoors. Grab your backpack and head out to your local state parks for self-guided tours, family hikes, water sports, stargazing, special events, and more.

Offered in partnership with The National Association of State Park Directors, made possible by THOR Industries

� ProgramHER

Daisy | Brownie | Junior | Cadette

Date: September 10, 9am-5:30pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12-$25 (varies by PGL/program)

Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Coding can be used for good! Learn about the great female computer scientists, tackle big problems, develop great apps and games, and unleash your inner ProgramHER.

� She-roes

Daisy | Brownie | Junior | Cadette

Date: September 11, 9am-3:30pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12

Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Look closely, and you’ll find strong female role models in any field. Participate in a variety of workshops ranging from entrepreneurial skills and money management, to food science, to programming.

� History Highlights: Standing Up for Tejano Rights

Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Date: September 15, 7pm-9pm

Theme: Celebrate Traditions

Free Patch Programs: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Wonders of Polymer Science

Location: Dallas Holocaust & Human Rights Museum OR Virtual Fee: $0 Contact: program@gsnetx.org

During this virtual event, Dr. Charlotte Decoster shares the stories of four up-standers who fought for Tejano civil rights and for the preservation and celebration of Tejano culture.

� Outdoor Adventures

Daisy | Brownie | Junior | Cadette

Date: September 17, 9am-3:30pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Adventure is right around the corner! Join us for a day dedicated to the great outdoors. Discover how nature inspires you and how even the smallest details help create a larger picture.

� Zoo Day

All ages and Family & Friends Date: September 17, 10am-2pm Location: Dallas Zoo, Caldwell Zoo, Fort Worth Zoo Fee: $0+ (varies by zoo) Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Spend a day at the zoo! Girl Scout Zoo Day will be held at the Dallas Zoo, Caldwell Zoo, and Fort Worth Zoo. This is a family-friendly event where Girl Scouts can also earn their Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey. Zoo members attend for free!

� Outdoor Adventures

Daisy | Brownie | Junior | Cadette

Date: September 18, 9am-5:30pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12-$25 (varies by PGL/program) Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Adventure is right around the corner! Join us for a day dedicated to the great outdoors. Discover how nature inspires you and how even the smallest details help create a larger picture.

September

� Color Your World With Science

All ages and Family & Friends

Date: September 24

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $5

Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Learn about the importance of plastic in our environment. You will have the opportunity to dye plastic, learn about the molecules that make up plastic, and look for plastic in your everyday life.

Sponsored by Society of Plastic Engineers

� She’s a Natural

Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Date/Time: September 24, 9am-3:30pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12-$25 (varies by PGL/program)

Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Explore the outdoors through hikes and scientific study. Expand your understanding of how the natural world functions and how we can help it thrive in an ever-changing world.

�#GirlBoss

Daisy | Brownie | Junior | Cadette

Date/Time: September 25, 9am-3:30pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Developing entrepreneurial skills is a lifelong process. Entrepreneurs are risk takers, self-motivated, understand basic money management and are passionate. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to develop these entrepreneurial traits!

The annual tradition continues! Girl Scouts of all ages and their family members are invited to compete in this wooden car derby that will test their engineering and design skills.

Races will be held across our service area from October to April.

Races are open to the entire family.

Find out more online at gsnetx.org/events and search “Grand Prix”

Fall Patch Programs Clubs

Clubs and special interest groups are a great way to enhance your Girl Scout experience outside of the traditional troop. It’s also a way to build skills in your selected focus and meet like-minded Girl Scouts and adult mentors.

We currently offer the following clubs, but if you’re interested in starting something, reach out to program@gsnetx.org

Supercharge your Girl Scout experience, learn about yourself and the world around you, and make a difference in the world by earning these patches. Learn all about them at gsnetx.org/ patches.

Jumpstart: Earn this patch when you complete a STEM badge using Jumpstart – an easy to use, on-the-go digital assistant helping parents and volunteers feel confident in delivering STEM programming. Sponsored by Ericsson

Becoming Me: To earn this free patch complete 1 of 3 badge options for your PGL and complete the activities in the Becoming Me Journal.

Wonders of Polymer Science: Get hands-on and learn about how important plastic is in our everyday lives. Sponsored by the Society of Plastic Engineers

Hispanic Heritage Month: Girl Scouts of all cultures develop an understanding and appreciation of the richness, diversity and similarities of the Hispanic and Latin culture.

Share the Warmth: Learn about poverty and homelessness, and then donate blankets to help people stay warm. Held in partnership with the Salvation Army and Sleep Experts.

Native American Heritage Month: Celebrate the cultures, histories, and countless contributions that Native American communities have provided to the United States.

Tackle Hunger: Learn about food insecurity and how to make a difference in your community. Girls are encouraged to host a food drive and donate to a local food bank.

Pajamas for Seniors: Girls will donate new pajamas and improve the quality of life for residents of nursing homes, assisted living, and adult daycare facilities.

August

Girl Scouts

meetings and activities you can do as a family.

February | Girl Scout Cookies

Event highlights:

February 1: Tejas Riders applications close

February 19-25: Engineering Week Celebrations, supported by FLUOR

February 22: World Thinking Day

February 26: Girl Scout Cookie Program ends

Planned activities - dates and locations TBA

• Black History Celebration presented by the Dallas Mavericks, Family & Friends

• Cupid Shuffle, STEM Center, Family & Friends

• Grand Prix*: Paris, Family & Friends

March | Wellness & Leadership

Event highlights:

March 12: Girl Scout Birthday Celebrations, Family & Friends

Planned activities - dates and locations TBA

• Women’s History Celebration event, Family & Friends

• Bronze Blitz! (Junior Journey Day)

• Pi Day, STEM Center, Family & Friends

• Grand Prix*: STEM Center, Family & Friends

• Cardboard Regatta, Family & Friends

April | Wellness & Leadership

Event highlights:

April 22: Earth Day celebrations, Family & Friends

Planned activities - dates and locations TBA

• Daisy Journey Day

• Silver Spree (Cadette Journey Day)

• Grand Prix*: Frisco, Family & Friends

• Kite festival, STEM Center, Family & Friends

• Girl Scout Grand Slam, Frisco RoughRiders, Family & Friends

• De-stress Before the Test event

• Camp Aide Training Series

May | Wellness & Leadership

Planned activities - dates and locationsTBA

• Asian American Pacific Islander family event, Family & Friends

• Gold Award Ceremony (by invitation)

• Okay to Say workshop

• Girl Scout Night with FC Dallas, Toyota Stadium, Family & Friends

• Camp S’more, Early Bird renewal member exclusive

June & July | Outdoor Leadership

Planned activities - dates TBA

• Resident Camp

• STEM Center Day Camp

• Volunteer-Led Day and Twilight Camps

• Mall Madness, Early Bird renewal member exclusive.

Events for spring are continuing to take shape. If you’d like more information about an event coming in 2023, please complete the form at gsnetx.org/learnmore and we will be in touch.

� Girl Scout Grand Prix: Denton

All ages and Family & Friends

Date: October 1

Location: Denton Fee: $8

Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Go-getters, start your engines! Take a risk and innovate your own wooden car to race against other Girl Scouts at the Girl Scout Grand Prix. It’s a hands-on experience in engineering, aerodynamics, weight distribution, and design. The whole family can participate and share in the fun and the thrill of crossing the finish line!

Sponsored by State Farm

� Dia de Muertos

Hispanic Heritage Family Event

All ages and Family & Friends

Date/Time: October 1, 9am-5pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $10

Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Join us at the STEM Center of Excellence to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month. During this event, you’ll decorate-and-take your own sugar skull, learn about the history and importance of ofrendas and get moving with slingshots!

� Cyber Sleuths

Daisy | Junior | Cadette

Date/Time: October 2, 9am-3:30pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12

Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Investigate, solve, and prevent cyber crime! Perfect your sleuthing skills and learn how to protect yourself and become a defender of cyber security.

Sponsored by Palo Alto

� Okay to Say Patch Workshop

Daisy | Brownie | Junior Date/Time: October 7, 9am-11am

OctoberTheme: Celebrate Traditions

Free Patch Programs: Jumpstart, Best Girl Scout Year Ever

Location: Farmer’s Branch Historical Park Fee: $15 Contact: bkelly@gsnetx.org

Girls will earn the Okay to Say patch, develop greater social and emotional confidence, increase their social awareness and interpersonal skills through hands-on activities, and explore the impact emotions and thoughts have on their own and other’s behavior.

� The Center for BrainHealthTM

Daisy | Brownie | Junior | Cadette Date/Time: October 8, 9am-12pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $10 Contact: bkelly@gsnetx.org

Ignite your curiosity, creativity, and courageousness with the new BrainHealth™ patch.

� Digital Designs: Robotics Engineer

Daisy | Brownie | Junior | Cadette Date/Time: October 8, 9am-5:30pm Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12-$25 (varies by PGL/program) Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

From Ozobots to Lego Mindstorms—the world of robot programming is ever-growing! Discover algorithms and basic coding as you complete your robot build. Join us and learn what it takes to become a robotic engineer. Sponsored by Texas Instruments

� She’s a Natural Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Date/Time: October 9, 9am-5:30pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12-$25 (varies by PGL/program) Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Explore the outdoors through hikes and scientific study. Expand your understanding of how the natural world functions and how we can help it thrive in an ever-changing world.

� Plano Symphony Orchestra

“Music of Night and Day”

Daisy | Brownie | Junior

Date/Time: October 9, 2pm-5pm

Location: Plano Fee: $12 Contact: program@gsnetx.org

This year, the Plano Symphony Orchestra will offer four different Family Series concert programs entitled “Music of Night and Day”. Concert programs will entertain girls with music from movies and classical literature as well as introduce the instruments of the orchestra.

� Cyber Sleuths

Junior | Cadette

Date/Time: October 15, 9am-3:30pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Investigate, solve, and prevent cyber crime! Perfect your sleuthing skills and learn how to protect yourself and become a defender of cyber security. Sponsored by Palo Alto

� GSLI: Network & Etiquette

Senior | Ambassador

Date/Time: October 15, 9am–4pm

Location: Plano Fee: $20 Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Connect with professional women to explore career opportunities! In this all-day workshop, you’ll discover key interview techniques, how to dress for success, and ways to showcase your skills. Partnering with Ericsson, one of our corporate partners, girls will learn from an etiquette expert, practice interviewing skills, and learn make-up tips. Then, in the afternoon, the girls will put their skills to the test with a speed networking session. Industry leaders will join girls for speed networking where girls will hear from panelists and then practice their conversational interviewing techniques.

Sponsored by Ericsson

� Cookie Box Creations Orientation

Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Date/Time: October 16, 2pm–4pm

Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $0

Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Cookie Box Creations teams up middle and high school girls with architects and engineers, in a design contest to transform Girl Scout cookie boxes into free-standing structures.

� Mark Cuban Foundation Artificial Intelligence Bootcamp

Senior | Ambassador

Date/Time: October 22, 12pm–5pm

Location: Other Fee: $0

Contact: kassandra.ayala@markcubanai.org

These free workshops help girls increase AI literacy and understanding. Mark Cuban Foundation works to provide girls attending bootcamp with a meal, snack, transportation and laptop/Wi-Fi assistance as applicable, all at no-cost to students and families.

� Girl Scout Grand Prix: Grand Prairie

All ages and Family & Friends Date/Time: October 22 Location: Grand Prairie Fee: $8 Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Go-getters, start your engines! Take a risk and innovate your own wooden car to race against other Girl Scouts at the Girl Scout Grand Prix! It’s a hands-on experience in engineering, aerodynamics, weight distribution, and design. The whole family can participate and share in the fun and the thrill of crossing the finish line!

Sponsored by State Farm

� Pumpkin Chunkin’ Weekend

All ages

Date/Time: October 22-24

The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $50 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Launch into this fall team engineering challenge! Build catapults and trebuchets while camping with your troop in a cabin or lodge. Price includes lodging.

� GSLI event at Women of Distinction Luncheon presented by AT&T

Senior | Ambassador

Date/Time: October 28, 10:30am–3pm

Location: Omni Dallas Fee: $5

Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Join us for this unique opportunity to practice your networking skills. Meet us at the Omni Hotel and attend the Women of Distinction Luncheon at no cost. You’ll be the guest of some of our corporate partners during lunch. After lunch, you will network with professional women to explore career opportunities. If needed, a letter showcasing the benefits of the program can be provided to your school. NOTE: Priority registration will be given to girls who attend the GSLI: Networking and Etiquette event on October 15.

Sponsored by Ericsson

� GSIS: Girl Scouts Investigation Service

Junior | Cadette

Date/Time: October 29, 9am-3:30pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Investigate how science solves some of life’s most fascinating queries from man-made and natural marvels to cyber crime.

� Galactic Explorers

Daisy | Brownie |Junior | Cadette

Date/Time: October 30, 9am-3:30pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12

Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

3...2...1... lift off! Explore, observe, and venture through the Solar System and discover that space is even bigger than you might have imagined! Design, create, and build your own robotic craft to explore the surface of other planets.

Sponsored by Boeing

Why I Girl Scout SPOTLIGHT

Girl Scouts is the place where you can be your true authentic self. Where you are celebrated. Where you are encouraged. Where you are supported. We love getting to know why our girls joined Girl Scouts.

“I am a Girl Scout because I want to help the earth and help people and that’s what Girl Scouts do. Girl Scouts has taught me how to be a better friend and the special friendship of my sister Girl Scouts means so much to me.”- Lucy, Girl Scout Brownie

Lucy is learning the value of friendships and sisterhood within Girl Scouts. Something that she will take with her for the rest of her life.

Want to be featured? Email your “why” to media@gsnetx.org or use #WhyIGirlScout on social.

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Girl Scouts with engineers and architects to build themed structures out of flat Girl Scout Cookie packages and puts them on display at Galleria Dallas. Let your creativity run wild!

Orientation meeting is October 16. Email program@gsnetx.org for info.

She’s going places

Girl Scouts who will one day change the world start by first exploring the world around them—from their own community, to trips across the country, to journeys to the other side of the globe.

Troop Travel

Troops of all ages can choose to use their troop money (from initiatives like cookie sales and more) to take trips to fun new places, near and far. “Extended travel” is any Girl Scout trip that is three or more nights and/or involves international travel. These trips must be approved in advance through GSNETX’s activity approval process, found at gsnetx.org/activityapproval. They also require the purchase of inexpensive supplementary travel insurance.

Girl Scout Destinations

Girl Scout Destinations are the ultimate adventures for individual Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors. Participating girls make friends from all over the country as they travel with Girl Scouts from

different states. There’s a unique, life-changing experience for every girl.

Soak up the natural beauty of Portugal’s Azores Islands. Experience the old-world wonders of the UK. Canoe through the Northwoods of Minnesota and Canada. It’s time to start planning and applying for your Girl Scout Destinations adventure! Learn more about these and other Destinations at girlscouts.org/destinations.

ALL ARE WELCOME - YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THE FUN!

Adult Retreat is a great opportunity for adult Girl Scouts to get together for a camp experience.

Join us for fun and games in the woods the weekend of November 11-13 at Camp Bette Perot in Palestine, TX

Get the inside scoop by liking and following our Adult Retreat page on Facebook.

� Cookie University

Daisy | Brownie | Junior Date/Time: November 5, 9:30am-12:30pm OR 2pm-5pm

Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $10

Contact: productsales@gsnetx.org

Are you ready to dive into the 2023 Cookie Program? Join us to learn all about the Girl Scout Cookie Program while you hone your Five Skills: Goal Setting, Decision Making, Money Management, People Skills, and Business Ethics. Sponsored by Waymo

� Friendsgiving

Brownie | Junior Date/Time: November 5, 10am–12pm Location: Oak Cliff Fee: $5

Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Learn about being a good friend and the importance of social etiquette when you participate in a Girl Scout Friendsgiving. Girls will earn a badge and a patch at this event.

� Rube Goldberg Inventions

All Ages and Family & Friends

Date/Time: November 12, 9am-5pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $10 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Calling all inventors! Ever wanted to accomplish a task in an indirect, and over-the-top way? Join us as we engineer courses that will complete a simple task with as many steps as possible, just like a Rube Goldberg machine.

Theme: Girl Scouts Give Back

NovemberFree Patch Programs: Tackle Hunger

Celebrate Native American Heritage

� Native American Heritage Celebration

All Ages and Family & Friends Date/Time: November 12, 10am-3pm Location: Old City Park, Dallas Fee: $5 Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Earn your Native American Heritage Month patch by joining us at Old City Park. There will be many activities where Girl Scouts and their families can learn about and celebrate the diverse Native American cultures, traditions, and histories.

� Fine Design

Daisy | Brownie | Junior

Date/Time: November 13, 9am-3:30pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Explore the natural and technological world of form and function. Identify trends and patterns in data and draw inspiration from nature. Discover how we can design and create with a purpose in this series of badge-earning workshops.

� Raptors of North Texas

All Ages and Family & Friends

Date/Time: November 22, 10am–12pm

Location: Farmer’s Branch Historical Park Fee: $5 Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Join the Farmers Branch Historical Park, and bring the family to learn about the Raptors of North Texas! The Blackland Prairie Raptor Center will be on hand with live birds for a show-and-tell. The event will conclude with a bird craft, story, and a bird walk.

Beginning-of-Year Troop Leader Checklist

Renew Girl Scout members and volunteers for the 2023 membership year.

Renew any remaining members who aren’t yet signed up for the 2023 year. Remember that the 2022 membership expires on October 1 and unregistered girls and volunteers aren’t eligible to participate after that date.

Complete your Troop Update.

Updating your troop information helps new members join Girl Scouts. You can add your troop to the Participation Catalog—our online listing of troops with open spots for girls or volunteers. The Participation Catalog helps families search for troops with open spaces by zip code. It also allows adults to see volunteer opportunities in their area and sign up to help.

gsnetx.org/troopupdate

Include your Girl Scout fam.

Make sure all volunteers are renewed, have current eligible background checks for the year, and have completed required training:

• Troop leaders are required to take TR100: New Leader Training.

• All volunteers are required to take TR402: Protecting Our Girls every two years.

• At least one volunteer should be First Aid / CPR / AED certified through an approved vendor.

• If your troop is planning to go camping this year, at least one volunteer should be the appropriate level of Troop Camp Trained.

• Remember, the troop can decide that troop funds can pay for training.

gsnetx.org/training

Ask for help when you need it! Your Troop Support staff is here for you. Find them at gsnetx.org/staff.

Check in with each of your troop families individually to start off the year. A quick call or text can go a long way. Host a parent/caregiver meeting, even if you’re a returning troop:

• Talk about their hopes for the year for their Girl Scouts.

• Update any paperwork like the annual GSNETX permission slip and health history form (available at gsnetx.org/safety).

• Ask for help and give specific tasks to people.

• Share the current financial status of the troop.

Open your troop up to additional members and help with recruitments.

Welcome each new family with a personal phone call or touch-base to introduce yourself, get to know them, and find out what they’re looking to get out of Girl Scouts this year.

December

� GSLI: Eat, Shop, Share

Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Date/Time: December 3, 11:30am–3pm

Location: Allen Fee: $5

Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Girls in grades 8-12 are invited to join the Girl Scout Leadership Institute as we share the Girl Scout experience with our sister Girl Scouts by granting their holiday wish list items. We’ll meet at the Village at Allen for lunch and discussion about older girl programming. Then it’s off to shop for the gifts for our Girl Scout families. Location to meet for lunch will be provided in the confirmation email.

Presented by Amazon

� Girl Scout Grand Prix Build Workshop

All Ages and Family & Friends

Date/Time: December 3, 11am–4:30pm Location: JoAnn Fogg Service Center Fee: $5 Contact: program@gsnetx.org

Need help building your Grand Prix car? We can help! Girls and family members participating in a Grand Prix race will design and cut your car with the help of GSNETX staff. Sponsored by State Farm

� Gingerbread House Engineering Challenge

All Ages and Family & Friends

Date/Time: December 4, 12pm-5pm

Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $10

Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Grab your frosting and candy canes because it’s time to go to work. Join us to design and engineer your very own Gingerbread House. Are you up for the holiday challenge?

Theme: Girl Scouts Give Back

Free Patch Programs: Share the Warmth, Pajamas for Seniors

� Family Camp

All Ages & Family & Friends

Date/Time: December 9-11 Location: Camp Bette Perot Fee: $35 Contact: camp@gsnetx.org

Bring the family together to enjoy a relaxing weekend at Camp Bette Perot. You will be able to participate in indoor crafts and activities while enjoying a treat from the hot chocolate bar. Take this weekend away from the hustle and bustle of the busy holiday season to reconnect with your family and make lasting camp memories. Bring your own food! Additional activities available for purchase (trail ride, archery, sling shots, fishing, s’mores).

� Girl Scout Grand Prix: Plano

All Ages & Family & Friends Date/Time: December 10 Location: Plano Fee: $8 Contact: program@gsnetx.org Go-getters, start your engines! Take a risk and innovate your own wooden car to race against other Girl Scouts at the Girl Scout Grand Prix! It’s a hands-on experience in engineering, aerodynamics, weight distribution, and design. The whole family can participate to share in the fun and the thrill of crossing the finish line!

Sponsored by State Farm

� She’s a Natural Daisy | Cadette Date/Time: December 11, 9am-3:30pm Location: The STEM Center of Excellence Fee: $12 Contact: stem@gsnetx.org

Explore the outdoors through hikes and scientific study. Expand your understanding of how the natural world functions and how we can help it thrive in an ever-changing world.

Energy

in Motion Zone: A mini-golf course exploring scientific principles including gravity, radial acceleration, and probability.

Connected Greenhouse: This growspace is unlike anything you’ve seen! From the hydroponics to the connected planters, the internet of things is on full display.

Amphitheater: Covered stage and terraced stone and lawn seating.

Soundscape: Discover the science of sound and music in nature.

Sports Field: Fly a drone or a kite, launch a rocket, or play soccer, volleyball, or a game of your own invention.

Lodging: Two units of cabins with detatched activity/kitchen building and shower house. Three lodges with bunkrooms, kitchens, and restrooms.

Geology Trail with GeoQuest: Augmented reality fossil dig. Beacons lead to a hands-on dig site.

Butterfly Pavilion & Garden: An outdoor classroom, beautiful flowers, and official monarch waystation.

Primitive Camping: Hike in, pitch a tent, unplug, and practice essential outdoor skills.

Nature Trail and Tree Trail: Trails of various lengths feature educational signage along the path.

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We need your help to meet our goal on North Texas Giving Day!

Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas is a non-profit organization. On North Texas Giving Day, you and your network can invest in a girl-led future helping us champion the changemakers of tomorrow.

Help raise money for girls in our community or support your Service Unit’s Family Partnership Campaign by creating your own fundraising page for Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas through NorthTexasGivingDay.org.

Thursday, September 22

Early giving begins September 1!

Visit gsnetx.org/ntgd to get started.