2023 Awards Yearbook

Girl Scout Award Yearbook

Featuring Girl Scout & Adult Award Honorees

Spring 2023

Girl Scout Mission

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

The Girl Scout Program

Grounded in the Girl Scout Promise and Law, Girl Scouting is an experiential, cooperative education program that promotes girls’ personal growth and leadership development. Partnering with caring adults, girls design fun and challenging activities that empower them and raise their voices within a local, national, and global sisterhood.

Girl Scout Promise

On my honor, I will try: to serve God* and my country, to help people at all times, and to live by the Girl Scout Law.

Girl Scout Law

I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

*Members may substitute for the word God in accordance with their own spiritual beliefs.

Congratulations Girl Scouts!

It is with great pleasure that we recognize and celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of our Bronze, Silver, and Gold Award Girl Scouts. Your projects and undertakings were unique to each of you, but you had much in common, too—drive, dedication, and a vision for a better world. You have proven that you are strong leaders and capable changemakers, ready to leave your legacy.

A special congratulations to our graduating Girl Scouts. Graduation is not the end; it’s just the beginning, and we cannot wait to see all the ways you leave your mark on the world. Girl Scouting isn’t just something you did—it became a piece of who you are. We invite you to join your fellow Girl Scout alums and become part of a community of passionate advocates championing Girl Scouts and each other.

Thank You Volunteers!

Day after day, you are guiding Girl Scouts to make a better tomorrow. Whether opening doors or opening eyes, you are helping the next generation to take on challenges, reach for the stars, and see themselves as the changemakers they are. You have given Girl Scouts a solid foundation they can build and expand upon. Thank you for raising voices, recognizing passions, and fostering confidence in our Girl Scouts. Tomorrow’s world owes you a great amount of gratitude.

from all of us at Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes

Highest Awards in Girl Scouting

The Girl Scout Bronze Award, Silver Award, and Gold Award prove that girls have what it takes to build a better today—and tomorrow.

Bronze Award

Juniors earn the Bronze Award by teaming up with other girls to make a difference in their communities. They gain essential leadership skills and learn that even seemingly small actions can make a big impact.

Silver Award

Cadettes earn the Silver Award by researching an issue, making a plan to address it, and then taking action to improve their communities. They gain confidence and skills that will catapult them to Gold Award success—all while creating positive change.

Gold Award

Seniors and Ambassadors earn the Gold Award—the highest award in Girl Scouting—by developing and carrying out lasting solutions to issues in their neighborhoods and beyond. Gold Award Girl Scouts truly are the world changers, rock stars, role models, and real-life heroes we all look up to. They’re excellent candidates for colleges, scholarships, competitive internship programs, and exciting careers.

170

2023 Bronze Award Girl Scouts

76

2023 Silver Award Girl Scouts

13

2023 Gold Award Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts shine the brightest when they’re making the world a better place— dreaming of a better tomorrow by taking action in big ways today.

Girl Scout Bronze Award

When Girl Scout Juniors team up to make a difference in their communities, they learn essential leadership skills, discover new passions, and watch how seemingly small actions make a big difference. It all adds up to the Girl Scout Bronze Award— the highest honor a Junior can achieve.

Earning the Girl Scout Bronze Award

• Build your Girl Scout Junior team

• Explore your community

• Choose your Bronze Award project

• Make a plan

• Put your plan in motion

• Spread the word

Aguado, Evelyn—Green Bay, WI

Allen, Leila—Chippewa Falls, WI

Almadhoun, Amarah—Chippewa Falls, WI

Andre, Wylie—Eau Claire, WI

Andringa, Molly—Chippewa Falls, WI

Arttus, Arya—Green Bay, WI

Badciong, Charlie—Chippewa Falls, WI

Baker, Joelle—Chippewa Falls, WI

Banz, Addison—Plover, WI

Barlament, Alexis—Green Bay, WI

Bartman, Maddie—Combined Locks, WI

Beaulieu, Brianna—Ishpeming, MI

Bedolla, Shandi—Appleton, WI

Bennett, Austynne—Demark, WI

Berrier, Julianne—Menomonie, WI

Boiteau, Payton—Chippewa Falls, WI

Bond, Kasey—Ripon, WI

Borchardt, Bianca—Appleton, WI

Boucher, Ava—Green Bay, WI

Bourget, Hadley—Stanley, WI

Budzban, Makenzie—Green Bay, WI

Burchby, Sierra—Appleton, WI

Burklund, Makenna—Appleton, WI

Burnett, Sawyer—Wausau, WI

Buttke, Coco—Wausau, WI

Carrier, Sophia—Green Bay, WI

Carstensen, Chloe—Merrill, WI

Cartwright, Ellison—Green Bay, WI

Christ, Elsie—Strum, WI

Christenson, Aurdri—Appleton, WI

Christnot, Jessica—Green Bay, WI

Creapeau, Bria—Eau Claire, WI

Crosby, Angela—Green Bay, WI

Dansand, Natalie—Appleton, WI

Del Bianco, Sophia—Green Bay, WI

Dontje, Zoey—Green Bay, WI

Downing, Kylynn—Eleva, WI

Doxtator, Avery—Green Bay, WI

Droegkamp, Isabelle—Hobart, WI

Edwards, Kylie—Dorchester, WI

Erdman, Isabel—Menasha, WI

Finn, Maya—Chippewa Falls, WI

Folkerts, Jaelynn—Green Bay, WI

Gabrielski, Kennedy—Ripon, WI

Ginder, Ava—Chippewa Falls, WI

Gonyer, Makena—Chippewa Falls, WI

Gross, Teagan—Ripon, WI

Grunewald, Mya—Wausau, WI

Gumz, Lilliana—Osseo, WI

Gundlach, Morgan—Stanley, WI

Haley, Tayla—Eau Claire, WI

Halsell, Zoe—Colby, WI

Haupt, Gretchen—Colby, WI

Hayes, Danika—Menomonie, WI

Headley, Ellowyn—Green Bay, WI

Hermsen, Kyira—Green Bay, WI

Heuttl, Kinsley Hortonville, WI

Hilgenberg, Evelyn—Menasha, WI

Hintz, Annabelle Hortonville, WI

Hock, Addison—Oneida, WI

Horn, Sidney—Hixton, WI

Huther, Hailey—Abbotsford, WI

Jacks, Hailey—Chippewa Falls, WI

Jahnke, Allison—Green Bay, WI

Jakubovsky, Joey—Menomonie, WI

Jenquin, Arianna—Kaukauna, WI

Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes | 4

Johnson, Emily—Stevens Point, WI

Johnson, Kassandra—Merrill, WI

Johnson, Evelyn—Merrill, WI

Johnson, Emmaline—Chippewa Falls, WI

Jones, Cecilia—Sister Bay, WI

Karau, Lillian—Merrill, WI

Kazel, Isla—Kaukauna, WI

Kenn, Aili—Negaunee, MI

Kensmoe, Quinn—Strum, WI

Knaffla, Lily—Manistique, MI

Knapp, Ellie—Ellison Bay, WI

Krizan, Isabella—Appleton, WI

Kroeplin, Kylee—Stanley, WI

Krombholz, Aubrey—Merrill, WI

Kuhn, Alexis—Ripon, WI

Larson-Yepez, Sophia—Strum, WI

Lee, Aryana—Menomonie, WI

Lindau, Grace—Abbotsford, WI

Lindow, Addisyn—Eau Claire, WI

Linn, Briella Hortonville, WI

Lisowski, Emma—Whitehall, WI

Lloyd, Dealney—Appleton, WI

Loberger, Gabrielle—Green Bay, WI

Lor, Delaney—Chippewa Falls, WI

Luedtke, Jaylee—Unity, WI

Maggle, Emily—Green Bay, WI

Malzahn, Jaidyn—Colby, WI

Masteller, Lucy—Ripon, WI

McElroy, Delilah—Green Bay, WI

McGee, Ashlee—Green Bay, WI

Menting, Aubriella—Menomonie, WI

Metoxen, Reagan—Ripon, WI

Miller, Hayley—Oneida, WI

Millin, Shaley—Ripon, WI

Monet-Bakken, Kindra—Ripon, WI

Mulrooney, Addilyn—Merrill, WI

Murphy, Peyton—Hobart, WI

Murray, Evelynn—Merrill, WI

Nacey, Abigail—Menomonie, WI

Norgaard, Alina—Plover, WI

Olson, Serenity—Osseo, WI

Pahl, Emma—Fish Creek, WI

Paratta, Spirit—Merrill, WI

Plotz, Cora—Chippewa Falls, WI

Powell, Cassandra—Appleton, WI

Quintanilla, Gabriela—Green Bay, WI

Radtke, Lydia—Appleton, WI

Ramseier, Sierra—Boyd, WI

Rauen, Isabella—Kaukauna, WI

Rheingans, Alexis Hortonville, WI

Ried, Sophia—Dorchester, WI

Roberts, Alexis—Appleton, WI

Robinson, Zoie—Chippewa Falls, WI

Rosman, Kylie—Strum, WI

Ryba, Kylie—Boyd, WI

Rzepka, Alyssa—Custer, WI

Schmeckpeper, Ella—Green Bay, WI

Schneider, Khloe—Stanley, WI

Schreiner, Danica—Spencer, WI

Schult, Emma—Wausau, WI

Shonkwiler, Sarah—Oneida, WI

Sillampa, Vivian—Colby, WI

Simonis, Abigail—Custer, WI

Simpson, Ariya—Cadott, WI

Skenandore, Ava—Oneida, WI

Smith, Nora—Baileys Harbor, WI

Smith, Kylee—Eau Claire, WI

Snyder, Helena—Manistique, MI

Somers, Olivia—Chippewa Falls, WI

Spitzmacher, Kylie—Appleton, WI

Springer, Audra—Wausau, WI

Steffel, Genevieve—Green Bay, WI

Steinmeyer, Morgan—Elk Mound, WI

Stelzner, Veronica—Chippewa Falls, WI

Stillmank, Hannah—Green Bay, WI

Stoll, Janessa—Chippewa Falls, WI

Stoneburner, Megan—Marion, WI

Stutting, Cadence—Merrill, WI

Sullivan, Priya—Green Bay, WI

Summerfield, Alison—Stanley, WI

Sunstrom, Kaia—Baileys Harbor, WI

Taylor, Madisyn—Green Bay, WI

Tesnow, Hattie—Egg Harbor, WI

Thompson, Elizabeth—Chippewa Falls, WI

Tompkins, Paige—Abbotsford, WI

Trzebiatowski, Lucy—Appleton, WI

Umlauft, Charlee—Stetsonville, WI

Van Boxtel, Amelia—Baileys Harbor, WI

Vande Brink, Adella—Ripon, WI

Vanden Boom, Ivy—Appleton, WI

Vandermeuse, Allie—Chippewa Falls, WI

Velazquez, Natalia—Curtiss, WI

Wavrunek, Claire—Green Bay, WI

Weibel, Lillyanna—Chippewa Falls, WI

Weise, Kylee—Abbotsford, WI

Weltzin, Abby—Stanley, WI

Westaby, Lily—Chippewa Falls, WI

Wetzsteon, Aeryn—Wausau, WI

Wetzsteon, Elise—Wausau, WI

Wolcanski, Stella—Green Bay, WI

Xiong, Evelyn—Chippewa Falls, WI

Younger, Ellenore—Green Bay, WI

Zblewski, Caitlin—Stevens Point, WI

Ziehme, Kaylee—Menomonie, WI

Bronze Award Girl Scouts

Girl Scout Silver Award

When Girl Scout Cadettes focus on an issue they care about, learn the facts, and take action to make a difference; they gain the confidence and skills that will catapult them to lifelong success. It all adds up to the Girl Scout Silver Award— the highest honor a Cadette can achieve.

Earning the Girl Scout Silver Award

• Identify an issue you care about

• Build your Girl Scout Silver Award team or decide to go solo

• Explore your community

• Pick your Silver Award project

• Develop your project

• Make a plan and put it into motion

• Reflect, share your story, and celebrate

Aikens, Cierra—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Albers, Lydia—Appleton, WI

Albert, Sophia—Chippewa Falls, WI

Austin, Katelyn—Tomahawk, WI

Barth, McKendy—Neillsville, WI

Birkholz, Clara—Sturgeon Bay, WI

Bodart, Nicole—Pulaski, WI

Boss, Braelyn Neenah, WI

Bourget, Olivia—Boyd, WI

Carey, Eleanor—Sault Sainte Marie, MI Carmeans, Mackenzie—Stanley, WI

Christnot, Jessica—Green Bay, WI

Clark, Elizabeth—Oshkosh, WI

Curtis, Kya—Chippewa Falls, WI

Daubner, Emma—Baileys Harbor, WI

DeMuse, Abigail—Sister Bay, WI

Deterville, Kendal—Green Bay, WI

Dillenberg, Kyler—Green Bay, WI

Donica, Makenzie—Almena, WI

Dorner, Anna—Green Bay, WI

Doverspike, Ellie—Green Bay, WI

Finley, Farrah—Ripon, WI

Gallant, Megan Egg Harbor, WI

Gollon, Hadley—Stevens Point, WI

Gorham, Lily—Sister Bay, WI

Heil, Isabella—Green Bay, WI

Henkel, Hallie—Egg Harbor, WI

Hoepner, Addi—Altoona, WI

Hogue, Ameila—De Pere, WI

Hostettler, Gabby—Berlin, WI

Huguet, Megan—Green Bay, WI

Jennings, Sydnee—Pulaski, WI

Johnson, Abby—Stevens Point, WI

Johnson, Caroline—Stanley, WI

Kluck, Izzie—Plover, WI

Knapp, Mellen—Ellison Bay, WI

Kobylarczyk, Jillian—Sobieski, WI

Korson, Maddy—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Kuhaupt, Katherine—Oshkosh, WI

Larsen, Natalie—Oshkosh, WI

Maloney, Eleanor—Cedarville, MI

Martin, Josie Sister Bay, WI

Metoxen, Isabella—Plover, WI

Murphy, Kyleigh—Green Bay, WI

Nelson, Anastasia—Green Bay, WI

Norton, Natalie—Ripon, WI

Ostrowski, Hope—Rosholt, WI

Paschke, Maria—Green Bay, WI

Pecanas, Haileybo—Suring, WI

Polarek, Johanna—Stevens Point, WI

Powers, Sophia—Stevens Point, WI

Rose, Cadence—Clintonville, WI

Rottier, Gretchen—Pulaski, WI

Rudoll, Callie—Oshkosh, WI

Rumsey, Cali—Green Bay, WI

Rychter, Emma—Stevens Point, WI

Rzepka, Alyssa—Custer, WI

Schmitz, Karcyn—Neillsville, WI

Schwab, Berkley Sister Bay, WI

Schwab, McCartney Sister Bay, WI

Shaw, Elizabeth—Stanley, WI

Simonis, Abigail—Custer, WI

Skowronski, Emily—Plover, WI

Somers, Elizabeth—Stevens Point, WI

Stocker, Alex—Green Bay, WI

Steffel, Arabelle—Green Bay, WI

Steinert, Camryn—Oshkosh, WI

Stombaugh, Elizabeth—Eau Claire, WI

Stoneburner, Megan—Marion, WI

Thao, Allie—Kimberly, WI

Tran, Lynn—Chippewa Falls, WI

Trinkner, Ashlynn—Green Bay, WI

Weinkauf, Alyssa—Ripon, WI

Wilcox, Ally—Cumberland, WI

Wirtz, Moira—Suring, WI

Wlazlo, Sophia—Pulaski, WI

Silver Award Girl Scouts

Girl Scout Gold Award

Ariana Arnetveit Ripon, WI

I created a mini children’s play center named “The Hub” for kids ten and under. The Hub features a Lego wall, a reading nook, and the Imagination Station Play Counter, where children role-play occupations found within the community. Kids can use the space to learn from the world around them—expanding their mental capacity, motor skills, and sensory skills. The Hub opened to the public on June 4, 2022 and had an incredibly successful summer, proving to be a welcome addition to the community center and the local kids it serves.

Parents: Amy Arnetveit and Erik Arnetveit

Project Advisor: Kris Anderson

Troop Leader: Ruth Retzlaff

Maria Benz

Appleton, WI

Providing therapy dogs to students is just one of the many ways to relieve stress. As a student myself, I know firsthand how much stress can impact performance in school, as well as how important it is to manage this stress well. I addressed this issue by inviting everyone in my school to take advantage of the opportunity to visit with a therapy dog. I told students that this is a great way to deal with stress, and that taking a few minutes out of their busy schedule to come and visit a therapy dog could greatly help them with any stress they may be experiencing.

Parents: Naomi Benz and Richard Benz

Project Advisor: Kristin Billings—St. Mary Catholic High School

Troop Leader: Trisha Schneider

Sandy Brierton Junction City, WI

Working with Veterans has always held a special place in my heart, so I knew that I wanted to do something with them for my Gold Award project. I worked with Camp American Legion in Lake Tomahawk to build four raised garden beds for the camp, researched and developed a booklet on horticultural therapy and how to garden with raised beds, and created two presentations for volunteers at camp for the general public to learn more about the benefits of gardening.

Parents: Bonnie Brierton and Tom Brierton

Project Advisor: Jim Klement

Troop Leader: Angela Hansen

Olivia Caravella

Appleton, WI

My Gold Award project addressed issues of structural safety, increased space, accessibility, improved functionality, and thoughtful building design by creating and installing a new 16ʹ x 20ʹ garden storage shed in a 32-acre public garden. Volunteers, who are often retirees, assist in the development and maintenance of this garden and needed a larger, more accessible space to store supplies. The new garden shed also fits in seamlessly with the gardens surrounding it, allowing volunteers to support the beauty of the public gardens.

Parents: Kristin Caravella and Steve Caravella

Project Advisor: Jim Kinderman

Troop Leader: Kristin Caravella

Gold Award Girl Scouts are the dreamers and the doers who take “make the world a better place” to the next level. The Girl Scout Gold Award is the mark of the truly remarkable—proof that not only can she make a difference, but that she already has. Seniors and Ambassadors who earn the Gold Award tackle issues dear to them and drive lasting change in their communities and beyond.

Earning the Girl Scout Gold Award

• Identify an issue

• Investigate your issue thoroughly

• Get help and build your team

• Create a plan

• Present your plan and gather feedback

• Take action

• Educate and inspire

Paige Dragovich Park Falls, WI

Too many potential adopters pick up dogs and then end up returning them, often because they do not have enough knowledge about caring for an animal or they do not know how to stop animal’s destructive, stressful behavior. I made enrichment themed videos talking about how to handle an animal’s stress and anxiety at the shelter as well as once an adopted animal goes to their new home. My videos are intended to help new animal adopters understand that there is much more behind taking care of an animal.

Parents: Catherine Barbeln and Paul Barbeln

Project Advisor: Tanya Belanger

Troop Leader: Cathy Barbeln

Marie Field Rice Lake, WI

For my Gold Award project, I created a drama club at the middle school that I previously attended. The theater program at my high school always had a number of students that helped with the club and who were in the theater productions. I thought that if there was a club at the middle school it would create more of an interest for them in high school to be more involved and the club would also teach them important skills such as learning to focus on the task or tasks at hand and instilling confidence in themselves and those around them.

Parent: Nate Field

Project Advisor: Lina Coe

Troop Leader: Jenifer Holec

Lara Funnell Oshkosh, WI

In the Christine Ann center, a non-profit organization providing services for victims of domestic abuse and dating violence, I renovated one of the rooms in the basement into an art room. I cleared out the entire room so I could sand the floors and repaint the walls and ceiling. I also raised money to purchase furniture, decorations, and new supplies. I also added an area in the corner with fidget toys and a tent to be used as a calming space. This project created a space where the residents and visitors have a space where they can be creative, relax, and enjoy their hobbies in a peaceful setting.

Parent: Amy Funnell

Project Advisor: Carly Hirsch—Christine Ann Center

Troop Leader: Deb Liably

Meredith Gadzik Appleton, WI

I worked with school administrators to create and run a student-led high school graphic design class which provided instruction and resources for students to create the art school’s first yearbook, cultivating community and incorporating original artwork and design. Current and future students will continue to lead this class to support and showcase each other’s talent. Based on student and teacher feedback, school administration has already expanded the project from a one-semester to a two-semester course.

Parents: Stephanie Gadzik and Michael Gadzik

Project Advisor: Annette Koepke—Renaissance School for the Arts

Troop Leader: Stephanie Gadzik

Elizabeth Heimerl

Appleton, WI

I planted Little Free Libraries that have a focus on LGBTQ+ and BIPOC stories. After fundraising, I ordered two libraries from the LFL website, painted them, installed them, and stocked them with books. I’ve been keeping an eye on the books inside, and they have been getting switched out over time. The libraries are located at the First Congregational United Church of Christ on South River Street, and on the corner of Summit and Packard, both in Appleton.

Parents: Katie Heimerl and Gregory Heimerl

Project Advisor: Candace Eisch-Groebner—Xavier Catholic High School

Troop Leader: Cynthia Powers

Jenna Konrad Ripon, WI

I took 120 seventh grade students from Ripon Middle School to a local dairy farm where they learned the importance of agriculture and how it affects their community as well as other jobs outside of farming that relate to agriculture. This includes veterinarian, agronomist, and animal nutritionist.

Parents: Dana Konrad and Dan Konrad

Project Advisor: DBM Emma Schaffel—Waupun Veterinary Service

Troop Leader: Ruth Retzlaff

Grace Retzlaff

Ripon, WI

My Gold Award addressed the issue of engaging young girls to participate in winter outdoor activities. I coordinated workshops that introduced girls to winter activities, such as snowshoeing and skiing, helped them gain confidence in these new skills, and encouraged them to continue to be active outdoors in the winter.

To provide ongoing access to winter outdoor equipment, my project also included donating snowshoes to the Ripon Public Library for families and Scout troops to check out at no cost.

Parents: Ruth Retzlaff and Christopher Retzlaff

Project Advisor: Mindy Arneson

Troop Leader: Ruth Retzlaff

Giselle Rottier

Pulaski, WI

For my Gold Award project, I created virtual camp tour videos for each of the GSNWGL camp properties. This project involved travelling to each camp property, taking relevant tour footage, and compiling and editing the raw footage into high quality camp tour videos. By highlighting each camp property, it is my hope that these beautiful camp properties will be used more often and that more troops will be able to experience the joy of camping.

Parents: Tracie Van Gheem-Rottier and Dustin Rottier

Project Advisor: Susan Van Gheem—Pension, Inc.

Troop Leader: Tracie Van Gheem-Rottier

Anna Zampaloni

Appleton, WI

For my Gold Award project, I wanted to create a fun and exciting activity that could bring people together and reduce the effects of isolation, along with strengthening core skills such as leadership, cooperation, and creative thinking. I was able to accomplish all of this by creating an interactive board game for people from ages 11 to 69. I also created a website with all the resources I used for the game, along with a handful of game kits that I gave to organizations around the Fox Valley area.

Parents: Suzanne Zampaloni and Michael Zampaloni

Project Advisor: Trish Birr-Zimmer—Xavier High School

Troop Leader: Cynthia Powers

Gold Award Mentors

Alzada Bourget

Marie Cain

Rachel Doherty

Lenoma Easton

Kathleen Flickinger

Sue Gonnering

Judy Goodnight

Kelly Gostisha

Mary Grace

Kathie Hunt

Sherry Jasper

Suzy Johnson

Heidi Kolve

Judy Phillips

Deb Reider

Sue Smith

Jennifer Soppeland

Mary Vertanen

Beth Wilson

Kim Wilson

Barry Wolfgram

Holly Wolfgram

Suzanne Worden

2023 Graduating Girl Scouts

Albert, Emma—Chippewa Falls, WI

Ammerman, Alexis—Tomahawk, WI

Arnetveit, Ariana—Ripon, WI

Bartolazzi, Jordyn Combined Locks, WI

Becherer, Nova—Catawba, WI

Bender, Brooklyn—Antigo, WI

Blackburn, Ava—Wausau, WI

Blondeau, Jennifer—Marquette, MI

Bolder, Myah—Antigo, WI

Bossany, Brooklian—Menomonie, WI

Bouchard, Mykaella—Manistique, MI

Brzezinski, Elsie—Wausau, WI

Buehring, Arianna—Oshkosh, WI

Carignan, Cydnie—Gladstone, MI

Carlson, Sabrina—Conover, WI

Cooper, Lily—Green Bay, WI

Coppersmith, Karen—Green Bay, WI

Cramer, Michelle—Kimberly, WI

Cruz, Yasmine—Green Bay, WI

Cywinski, Ashlyn—Plover, WI

Dahl, Eleice—Osseo, WI

Dalsanto, Alexis—Iron Mountain, MI

Dausey, Megan—Rapid River, MI

Deau, Abagale—Quinnesec, MI

Dickman, Sydney—Menomonie, WI

Ebben, Emily—Oshkosh, WI

Falish-Haufe, Cynthia—New Franken, WI

Falstad, Ashlie—Cameron, WI

Fett, Magdalene—Casco, WI

Fraker, Chloe—Kingsford, MI

Fulgione, Angelina—Green Bay, WI

Funnell, Lara—Oshkosh, WI

Gallagher, Cassidy—Green Bay, WI

Gardiner, Alexandria—Oshkosh, WI

Geiger, Makalia—Merrill, WI

Gerdmann, Natalie—Kewaunee, WI

Gerrish, Alaina—Chippewa Falls, WI

Goff, Mattie—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Greetan, Natalie—Oconto Falls, WI

Gunderson, Taylor—Fairchild, WI

Hansen, Rachel—Weston, WI

Heck, Katherine—Pulaski, WI

Heidt, Briana—Markesan, WI

Hodge, Katrinna—Laurium, MI

Hutchens, Isabella—Eau Claire, WI

Ihde, Hanna—Appleton, WI

Imse, Alyssa—Land O Lakes, WI

Jewett, Kayla—Gwinn, MI

Johnson, Savannah—Merrill, WI

Kainz, Lauren—Eau Claire, WI

Keeler, London—Ripon, WI

Konrad, Jenna—Ripon, WI

Krause, Emily—Marion, WI

Kubacki, Marnie—Antigo, WI

Kummerow, Elizabeth—Wausau, WI

Laibly, Jade—Oshkosh, WI

Lefebre, Malia—Dafter, MI

Levins, Trinity—Manistique, MI

Lezotte, Annaliese—De Pere, WI

Likes, Arianna—Spencer, WI

Lomama, Salomé—Green Bay, WI

Loonstra, Madisyn—Osseo, WI

Maas, Alice—Marion, WI

Malone, Erika—Iron Mountain, MI

Marroquin-Norby, Madeline—Osseo, WI

McMorrow, Elise Appleton, WI

Meyers, Abbey—Wausau, WI

Modell, Rianna—Marquette, MI

Moen, Jordan—Eleva, WI

Morrison, Piper—Manistique, MI

Nickerson, Delaney—Green Bay, WI

Nowicki, Melody—Marquette, MI

Olmsted, Olivia—Clintonville, WI

Ortega, Lizbeth—Neenah, WI

Palecek, Elise—Oshkosh, WI

Paul, Madison—Iron Mountain, MI

Pehlke, Caitlynn—Merrill, WI

Pozorski, Mikayla—Wausau, WI

Primeau, Mackenzie—Iron Mountain, MI

Prudlick, Rhiannon—Osseo, WI

Quade, Riley—Suamico, WI

Rank, Morgan—Bryant, WI

Reimer, Taylor—Algoma, WI

Reimer, Teya—Algoma, WI

Retzlaff, Grace—Ripon, WI

Riebe, Emily—Abrams, WI

Rose, Cassidy—Clintonville, WI

Ruege, Allison—Appleton, WI

Rusch, Alexandria—Appleton, WI

Schleis, Melanie—Luxemburg, WI

Schmitz, Caitlyn—Appleton, WI

Schoenberger, Sydney—Oshkosh, WI

Schreiner, Kaelyn—Spencer, WI

Sconzert, Marina—Luxemburg, WI

Semear, Aiyana—Gladstone, MI

Shaffer, Sydnie—Appleton, WI

Skoug, Kaitlyn—Osseo, WI

Skoyen, Paige—Osseo, WI

Smart, Dorothy—Marquette, MI

Smart, Carleigh—Wausau, WI

Smith, Elliana—Gleason, WI

Smith, Maria—Irma, WI

Smith, Kaitlyn—Kronenwetter, WI

Spoehr, Paige—Merrill, WI

Stiff, Leah—Stevens Point, WI

Stoeberl, Elizabeth—Suamico, WI

Sylvia, Isabella—Oshkosh, WI

Thielman, Tatum—Mosinee, WI

Tiedeman, Ella—Kimberly, WI

Tripp, Skyler—Pelkie, MI

Turinske, Felicia—Oshkosh, WI

Van Eyck, Makenna—Green Bay, WI

Verba, Madeline—Sobieski, WI

Walczak, Lexi—Midland, WI

Weickert, Rachael—Oshkosh, WI

Whitcomb, Tessa—Oshkosh, WI

Widi, Callie—Green Bay, WI

Wilkins, Sabrina—Ahmeek, MI

Wilson, Anastasia—Stevens Point, WI

Woellner, Francesca—Gleason, WI

Wolf, Rebecca—Oshkosh, WI

GSNWGL Scholarships

Arnetveit, Ariana—Ripon, WI Brzezinski, Elsie—Wausau, WI

Dahl, Eleice—Osseo, WI

Fraker, Chloe—Kingsford, MI

Isme, Alyssa—Land O’Lakes, WI

Stoeberl, Elizabeth—Green Bay, WI

Whitcomb, Tessa—Oshkosh, WI

GSUSA Scholarship

Powers, Kaitlyn—Appleton, WI

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Years of Service and Years of Membership*

After five years, Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes recognizes individuals for their Years of Service to Girl Scouts in 5-year increments.

Thank you to all Girl Scout volunteers, with special recognition to those who have devoted more than five years to the Girl Scout Movement.

d 5 Years

Beaulieu, Angie—Ishpeming, MI

Bond, Melissa—Ripon, WI

Clover, Kristi—Neenah, WI

Collett, Maria—Dollar Bay, MI

Craker, Lacey—Eau Claire, WI

Dolaskie, Erin—Munising, MI

Graves, Erica—Spencer, WI

Hoffenberger, Melissa—Negaunee, MI

Horn, Jennifer—Fairchild, WI

Kenn, Seija—Negaunee, MI

Koeppel, Kristin—Kronenwetter, WI

Kroupa-Kulik, Michelle—Trenary, MI

Kuhn, Whitney—Ripon, WI

Ladd, Alison—Marquette, MI

Lombardo, Erica—Eau Claire, WI

Machkovich, Lindsay—Ripon, WI

Mattice, Katie—Wausau, WI

O’Connell, Laura—Chippewa Falls, WI

Olson, Kelly—Winneconne, WI

Royce, Paula—Phlox, WI

Tan, Ginger—Stratford, WI

Triepke, Alisha—Kronenwetter, WI

Ziolkowski, Carrie—Fond du Lac, WI

d 10 Years

Gerrish, Paula—Chippewa Falls, WI

Hince, Sabrina—Cameron, WI

Holbach, Kristin—Birnamwood, WI

Johnson, Brenda—Ishpeming, MI

Rought, Natalie—Hatley, WI

Samson, Stephanie—Chippewa Falls, WI

Sorenson, Deziree—Chippewa Falls, WI

True, Wendy—Negaunee, MI

d 15 Years

Cefalu, Elizabeth—Waupaca, WI

Fenner, Janine—Chippewa Falls, WI

Holec, Jennifer—Eau Claire, WI

Loebertman, Missy—Chippewa Falls, WI

Smith, Angela—Merrill, WI

d 25 Years

Baril, Katherine—Oshkosh, WI

After 40 years, Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes recognizes individuals for their Years in Girl Scout Membership in 5-year increments. Years of Membership recognitions include combined years of membership both as a girl and an adult member.

We are thrilled to recognize Ann Bishop of Appleton, WI for their remarkable longevity of 80 years as a Girl Scout Member.

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*Girl Scout Years of Service and Girl Scout Membership are self-reported. If you have earned one of these special recognitions, we’d love for you to tell us! Please email us at info@gsnwgl.org with your information.

Adult Awards

Community Partnership

This award recognizes individuals or groups who have provided short-term service or contributions to Girl Scouting.

Bauldry, Kevin & Staff, The Homestead Suites—Fish Creek, WI

Bayliss Public Library—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Biggby Coffee—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Butzin, Stephen, DNR Conservation Officer—Gladstone, MI

Cadott Elementary—Cadott, WI

Central United Methodist Church—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Central Wisconsin Children’s Museum— Stevens Point, WI

Crafters on Central—Florence, WI

Delta Animal Shelter—Escanaba, MI

Door County Chocolate—Fish Creek, WI

Downtown Association—Eau Claire, WI

Eau Claire School District—Eau Claire, WI

Edgar School District—Edgar WI

Ellis, Joe, Westwood Mall—Marquette, MI

Eric’s Diamonds—Chippewa Falls, WI

Fall Creek Elementary—Fall Creek, WI

Fall Creek Library—Fall Creek, WI

Faith Lutheran Church—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

First Baptist Church of Gwinn—Gwinn, MI

First Presbyterian Church—Kingsford, MI

Furgason, Scott—Stevens Point, WI

Galle-Teske, Sherri—Plover, WI

Glass Insulators—Bloomer, WI

Goodwill—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Heth, William—Eau Claire, WI

Holiday Inn Express—Marquette, MI

Holman, Heather, Lakeview Elementary— Negaunee, MI

Johnson, Steve, Johnson Livestock— Escanaba, MI

K. I. Sawyer Elementary—Gwinn, MI

Lake Street United Methodist Church—Eau Claire, WI

Lancour, Craig—Gladstone, MI

Len Dudas Motors—Stevens Point, WI

Levesque, Brittany, Escanaba Public Safety Officer—Escanaba, MI

Lott, MSP Trooper Kyle & K9 Rudy— Gladstone, MI

Memorial United Methodist Church— Gladstone, MI

Micon Cinema—Chippewa Falls, WI

Moundview Elementary—Elk Mound, WI

Nelsen, Mallory, Gladstone Public Safety Police Officer—Gladstone, MI

Old Mission Bank—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Ovsak, Heidi—Amery, WI

Parker Ace Hardware—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Pasquali’s—Negaunee, MI

Pat’s Foods—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Piggly Wiggly—Sister Bay, WI

Richards, Paul, Anthony Acres—Mondovi, WI

Schlicht, MSP Trooper Mack & K9 Dresden—Negaunee, MI

Sister Bay Fire Department—Sister Bay, WI

Spectra Print—Stevens Point, WI

Spencer Kids Group—Spencer, WI

Spencer Village Office—Spencer, WI

St. Charles Borromeo Church—Rapid River, MI

St. Stephen Church—Merrill, WI

String Theory—Chippewa Falls, WI

Sylvan Learning—Eau Claire, WI

Tainter Elementary School—Rice Lake, WI

Trinity Lutheran Church—Rice Lake, WI

Trinity United Methodist Church— Chippewa Falls, WI

True North Outpost—Norway, MI

The Homestead Suites—Fish Creek, WI

Thorp Elementary—Thorp, WI

Three Bridges Recovery Wisconsin— Wisconsin Rapids, WI

UPPCO—Ishpeming, MI

UW Stout Fly Fishing Club—Menomonie, WI

VFW Post #2534—Wisconsin Rapids, WI

Walmart—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Washington Elementary School—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Wery, Erin, Delta County Victim Advocate Coordinator—Escanaba, MI

Westaby, Scott—Cornell, WI

Western Dairyland Headstart—Eau Claire, WI

Wickman, Lauren, Delta County Prosecuting Attorney—Escanaba, MI

Withee Public Library—Withee, WI

Woerfel Family, The Homestead Suites— Fish Creek, WI

Volunteer of Excellence

This award recognizes volunteers who have completed a term of service and all requirements for the position. Volunteer of Excellence honorees have performed beyond expectation for the role to deliver the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to girls, supported our council’s mission delivery goals, and actively recognize, understand, and practice the values of inclusive behavior.

Arndt, Whitney—Shawano, WI

Bennett, Jon—Escanaba, MI

Birrittella, Mary—Red Wing, MN

Bonin, Lorna—Pelkie, MI

Brink, Emily—Lake Linden, MI

Cartwright, Lori—Green Bay, WI

Cefalu, Elizabeth—Waupaca, WI

Cotter, Sandi—Shawano, WI

Cox, Jessica—Newberry, MI

Craker, Lacey—Eau Claire, WI

Dansand, Jennifer—Appleton, WI

Entenmann, Kari—Merrill, WI

Feldner, Katie—Ripon, WI

Frane, Kirsten—Unity, WI

Gay, Sarah—Waupaca, WI

Graf, Wendy—Fish Creek, WI

Green, Michele—Willard, WI

Herold, Chelsey—Durand, WI

Hewitt, Jen—Green Bay, WI

Hodgson, Beth—Green Bay, WI

Hoff, Teri—Augusta, WI

Hoffman, Renee—Bloomer, WI

Ibe, Shona—Waupaca, WI

Johnson, Jessie—Stevens Point, WI

Kohnert, Rebecca—Greenwood, WI

Kosterman, Roslynde—Montello, WI

Laibly, Deb—Oshkosh, WI

Lawrence, Megan—Stevens Point, WI

Menting, Brittany—Menomonie, WI

Murphy, Becki—Hobart, WI

Murphy, Jeremy—Hobart, WI

Myers, Jessica—Marquette, MI

Nielsen, Staci—Chippewa Falls, WI

Peterson, Jen—Oshkosh, WI

Polum, Malayna—Stevens Point, WI

Prince, Darian—Gwinn, MI

Pulchinski, Jen—Plover, WI

Sander, Amelia—Chassell, MI

Schaefer, Genifer—Greenville, WI

Shadbolt, Erin—Eau Claire, WI

Smith, Karla—Kronenwetter, WI

Strickler, Angela—Sobieski, WI

Tangedal CJ—Stevens Point, WI

Uecke, Stacey—Boyceville, WI

Underwood, Kristina—Moran, MI

Zemple, Alexandria—Hobart, WI

Zemple, Sarah—Oneida, WI

Appreciation Pin

This award recognizes a registered adult member who provided outstanding service to at least one geographic division, service area, or program area.

Anderson, Paula—Eau Claire, WI

Bartoszek, Michelle—Appleton, WI

Bourget, Liza—Stanley, WI

Cleaver, Don—Menomonie, WI

Dahl, Tammy—Osseo, WI

Ede, Carolyn—Mondovi, WI

Erbs, Theresa—Chippewa Falls, WI

Esterling, Dawn—Green Bay, WI

Gwiazda, Jen—Amery, WI

Haws, Carrie—Pulaski, WI

Kontny, Lori—Sobieski, WI

Laramore, Jenifer—Copper City, MI

Legrave, April—Casco, WI

Maloney, Genevieve—Cedarville, MI

Olson, Missy—Osseo, WI

Stephens, Amanda—Menomonie, WI

Thompson, Jennifer—Chippewa Falls, WI

Van Himbergen, Rose—Green Bay, WI

Wirkus Haynes, Dr. Jessie—Appleton, WI

Honor Pin

This award recognizes a registered adult member who provided outstanding service to two or more geographic areas.

Johnson, Jenni—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

King, Dr. Corey—Green Bay, WI

LeMere, Cheryl—Green Bay, WI

Nelson, Holly—Winneconne, WI

Rosengarten, Teresa—Eau Claire, WI

Worden, Haley—Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Thanks Badge

This award is the highest honor in Girl Scouts. It honors a registered adult Girl Scout whose ongoing commitment, leadership and service have had an exceptional, measurable impact on meeting the mission-delivery goals and priorities of the entire council or entire Girl Scout Movement.

Linda Bockin Mondovi, WI

From her days as a troop leader to her current role on the GSNWGL board of directors, Linda has impacted the lives of many Girl Scouts and volunteers—and they are stronger, kinder, and more driven because of her. Linda generously gives her time and knowledge while keeping girls at the forefront of her decision-making. Keeping the Girl Scout law top of mind and close to her heart, Linda is known for bettering the community she serves, lending a hand wherever needed, and sharing unwavering support for the Girl Scouts she serves.

“Linda has impacted people on so many levels. First her troop, then her community and service area, and now the council as a whole with her voice as a board member.”—Renee Erickson

Lisa Freeman Appleton, WI

From prioritizing relationships to her passion for outdoor experiences, Lisa (Puck) has provided unparalleled service to GSNWGL and, most importantly, to Girl Scouts seeking outdoor adventures. At the helm of a staff that changes lives, Lisa puts in extra effort to train and instill a love for the outdoors and Girl Scouting in each counselor she trusts to deliver the camp experience. Through her fierce dedication to Girl Scouts, Lisa provides a camp experience where Girl Scouts can immerse themselves in nature, learn new outdoor skills, and develop relationships in a non-judgemental setting. Her passion, skills, experience, and willingness to work long, hard hours at Camp Birch Trails have undoubtedly helped shape the lives and experiences of so many campers.

“I’m honored to put forth this nomination for a lifelong Girl Scout who has given her heart and soul to making the world a better place, one Girl Scout camper at a time.”—Mary Birrittella

Desi Kilbourn-Mims Gwinn, MI

Desi’s efforts to promote inclusivity and acceptance within the Girl Scouts community are truly commendable. Their dedication to creating safe spaces for all youth within the Girl Scout program is helping to break down barriers and promote understanding, kindness, and empathy. From collaborating with the council on inclusion efforts to their many volunteer roles, Desi has undoubtedly shaped the lives of many young people and impacted the communities they serve. Desi is an inspiring example of the kind of volunteerism that makes a real difference in the lives of others.

“Desi opened themselves up to the Customer Care team so the department could better serve the LGBTQ+ community in our council. They continue to provide support for making GSNWGL an inclusive and welcoming community.”—Gidget Kilbourn-Mims

Kay MacGregor Manistique, MI

Kay’s lifelong involvement with Girl Scouts and her unwavering dedication to the Girl Scout Mission and outdoor experiences has profoundly impacted countless Girl Scouts’ lives. For many years, Girl Scouts have relied on Kay (Stretch) to introduce them to new adventures, teach them resiliency and confidence, and be there when they need a shoulder to lean on. As camp director for Summer Thing for the past few years, Kay goes out of her way to make sure all campers and volunteers feel welcome at camp. Girl Scouts and adults alike depend on her for leadership, mentorship, and dedication.

“Kay’s focus has always been on the girl and how to positively impact their lives. She is truly a sister to every Girl Scout and to those who aren’t Girl Scouts. She is kind, hardworking, involved, creative, dedicated, and will do anything to help someone in need.”—Sharon

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Elizabeth Ross Manistique, MI

Elizabeth’s work as a nurse at Camp Nesbit, leading first aid and CPR classes for volunteers and providing lifeguard services for day camp and troop activities, has undoubtedly helped to provide a safe and supportive environment for girls to learn and grow. Because of the care and compassion that Elizabeth (BooBoo) gives to ensure everyone’s health and safety, she eases the anxieties and concerns of both girls and their families. Her efforts impact the experiences that every Girl Scout and volunteer has at camp. Elizabeth is an asset to Girl Scouts for many reasons—being there for anyone who needs her, providing assistance, a strong shoulder, or a good ear.

“BooBoo is kind, considerate, helpful, and courageous. She lives up to the Girl Scout Law in her actions and interactions with girls and adults.”—Linda Levin

Cheryl Schnelle Irma, WI

Cheryl’s dedication to providing fun and memorable experiences for Girl Scouts is truly inspiring. Through tireless efforts, she helped create a supportive and inclusive environment for girls to learn, grow, and have fun. Her commitment to making each activity engaging and enjoyable has undoubtedly left a lasting impression on the girls and volunteers she worked with and helped promote the values of the Girl Scout community. Cheryl’s contributions have made a real difference in girls’ lives and helped shape tomorrow’s future leaders. Her selfless service and dedication to the Girl Scout Movement will help make the world a better place.

“Cheryl treats everyone like a sister. She treats everyone as if they are capable and encourages them to keep trying for the good of the girls.”—Elizabeth Wilson

Kelly Steelman Houghton, MI

As a board member for GSNWGL, Kelly’s leadership and guidance have helped to create a supportive environment for girls to learn and grow, and her vision for the future has helped to inspire GSNWGL to reach new heights. Kelly’s contributions and efforts will ensure that Girl Scouts continues to thrive for generations to come. With an ability to bring people together, foster a sense of teamwork, and encourage everyone to contribute their best efforts, Kelly is an invaluable asset to the council. Her commitment to collaboration and engagement is a testament to her character and her genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of Girl Scouts.

“Kelly gives so much time and talent to Girl Scouts. Her Girl Scout experience is rich and shows in her input and decision-making.”—Amy Schultz

Michele VandenHeuvel

Manawa, WI

Through her dedication to promoting confidence in outdoor activities, Michele (Jesse) has significantly impacted the lives of many Girl Scouts. By instilling a sense of self-assurance and showing Girl Scouts the joy and beauty of the natural world, Michele empowered girls to take on new challenges and explore new horizons. As a role model, Michele has shown others what it means to be passionate, dedicated, and driven to make a difference. Michele’s willingness to share her knowledge and experience with others and her commitment to positively influencing those around her encapsulate the Girl Scout Movement.

“For Michele, it’s about giving back to the organization that shaped her. She openly shares that she is who she is because of her time at Girl Scout camp.”—Kelly Butzlaff

Thanks Badge II

The nominee has received the Thanks Badge. The outstanding service performed by the candidate resulted in outcomes that benefitted the entire Girl Scout organization and are so significantly above and beyond the call of duty that no other award would be appropriate.

Lorraine Avery Plover, WI

As a board member and committee chair, Lorraine’s deep understanding and thoughtful guidance of council investments have ensured every Girl Scout at GSNWGL benefits. Her willingness to give her time and energy and to engage in open and honest communication is a testament to her character and commitment to making a difference in the Girl Scout Movement. Lorraine’s dedication to serving others and making a positive difference is inspiring. Her ability to connect and collaborate, her attention to detail, and her dedication as a governance volunteer help ensure the council continues in the right direction and keeps Girl Scouts top of mind.

“Lorraine gives so much time and talent to GSNWGL. She has extensive experience with leadership in community organizations, and her input and decision-making are always helpful and knowledgeable.”

—Amy Schultz

Nancy Bates Felix Cornell, WI

As a volunteer, leader, role model, and outdoor champion for Girl Scouts, Nancy’s passion and dedication have not gone unnoticed. Her leadership and support have been invaluable in creating a safe and nurturing environment for generations of girls and adults to learn and grow. Her compassion, patience, positive attitude, creativity, reliability, and leadership have all contributed to making a positive impact on the lives of Girl Scouts. Nancy’s efforts and unwavering longevity have helped create a brighter future for Girl Scouts, and her example has inspired others to get involved.

“Nancy has shown girls how to be strong, confident, and skilled in the outdoors. She is a dedicated leader and supporter of her fellow volunteers.”—Renee Erickson

Judy Goodnight Neenah, WI

The impact Judy has left on the lives of Girl Scouts will be felt for generations to come. Her tireless efforts have helped shape the lives of so many girls, empowering them to become strong, confident, and independent women capable of achieving anything they set their minds to. Judy has held numerous positions with Girl Scouts and has mentored volunteers and leaders to follow in her footsteps. Judy has a knack for building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with adults and girls. Her mentorship and guidance have given countless Girl Scouts the tools they need to navigate life’s challenges and reach for new heights.

“Judy is a true sister to every Girl Scout. Her passion for training leaders to be the best leader for their girls has continued for 20 years after her daughter became an adult Girl Scout.”—Marcy Ziepke