GSHS - The Promise Fall/Winter 2016 - for girls!

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FALL/WINTER 2016 Volume 2

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EXPLORE YOUR FUTURE

GIRL SCOUTS like a boss LAUNCH YOUR OWN COOKIE BUSINESS

G.I.R.L. Event Celebrating GO-GETTERS. INNOVATORS. RISK-TAKERS. LEADERS.

Saturday, November 12 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Memphis Cook Convention Center

take the G.I.R.L. quiz!

Find out if you’re a go-getter, innovator, risk-taker or leader?

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are you a G.I.R.L.?

GO-GETTER. INNOVATOR. RISK-TAKER. LEADER.

Read each question and circle the answer that fits you best.

Which activity do you enjoy most?

A Hanging out with friends B Reading C Hiking/Playing outside D Playing sports What color do you like best?

A Red B Yellow C Purple D Blue Which word best describes you?

A Enthusiastic B Creative C Daring D Influential Which career would you love to do?

A News Reporter B Teacher C Actress D Doctor What is your favorite animal?

A Lion B Spider C Wolf D Elephant Which of these vacations would you most prefer?

A Hawaiian beach getaway B Camping in the mountains C Scuba diving in Mexico D Exploring the US Capitol Who is your favorite Disney Princess?

A Pocahontas B Ariel C Mulan D Tiana What are you known as among your friends?

A The excited and energetic one B The unique and creative one C The carefree and curious one D The outgoing and motivated one

Count how many A’s you have circled, how many B’s and so on. Look to see which letter you have the most of to see if you are a Go-Getter, Innovator, Risk-taker or Leader!

A _________ B __________ C _________ D _________ Mostly A’s Go-Getter: A go-getter is determined to succeed. She is bold and lets nothing stand in her way. People say she’s honest, fair, and dedicated to reaching her goals.

Mostly B’s Innovator: An innovator wants to know how and why things work. She is creative and always looking for a new approach to everyday activities. People say she’s a visionary and she uses resources wisely.

Mostly C’s Risk-taker: A risk taker is not afraid to try new things. She is brave and always stands out in the crowd. People say she’s courageous, strong, and unafraid to break the mold.

Mostly D’s Leader: A leader loves to take charge. She is confident and knows how to get the job done. People say she’s responsible for what she says and does. She’s committed to making the world a better place.

Share this quiz and your answers with your friends! Talk about how you all can work together to make the world a better place.

AVAILABLE G.I.R.L. SHIRTS AT THE G.I.R.L. EVENT IN-STORE AND

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In which sport would you rather place first?

A Marathon B Gymnastics C High Diving D Basketball What is your favorite carnival ride?

A Roller coaster B Gravitron C Freefall D Kamikaze Which book would you like to cuddle up with?

A Judy Moody B Harry Potter C Chronicles of Narnia D Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Buy your s hirt early and wear i t to the eve nt!

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We’re celebrating 100 years of the Girl Scout Cookie Program! That’s 100 years of girls learning valuable skills that will help them today, and prepare them for their future!

1. Goal Setting: Girls set cookie sales goals individually and with their team, create a plan to reach them, and develop cooperation and team-building skills all along the way!

2. Decision Making: Girls help decide how the team will spend their cookie money, furthering their critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

3. Money Management: Girls take

cookie orders, handle customers’ money and gain practical life skills in financial literacy.

4. People Skills: Girls learn how to talk

to, listen to and work with all kinds of people while selling cookies. These experiences help them develop healthy relationship and conflict-resolution skills they can use throughout their lives.

5. Business Ethics: Girls are honest and

responsible at every step of the cookie sale. Their business ethics here reinforce the positive values they are developing as a Girl Scout.

COOKIE PROGRAM STARTS JANUARY 7, 2017 Set up your very own personalized Digital Cookie site!

The Girl Scout Cookie Program has gone beyond the paper order cards and cookie booths! Your family and friends can now order online through your very own perosnalized cookie website!

Every registered Girl Scout will receive an email with log in instruction on how to set up her personal page. Post a picture or video, share your goal and why you are selling cookies. You can even send ready-to-use emails to your family and friends.

Now cookie customers near and far can order and pay online! And you can deliver in person (with your parents’ permission) or they can have them shipped straight to their door! And by accepting online orders there is no money to collect!

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Earn your Cookie Techie Patch when you sell 36+ boxes on Digital Cookies!

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N U O R G E HIT TH G! SELLIN

Early orders help you rack up on awesome rewards. Initial orders are due by Jan. 27!

Introducing the all new, and all delicious, Girl Scout S’mores Cookie!

These crispy graham cracker cookies sandwhich creamy chocolate and marshmallowy filling - just like a s’more cooked over a camp fire!

36+ Built by Girls 2017 Theme Patch 400+ Owl Plush OR $15 Passport Bucks

84+ Bandana

The new cookie is a nod to “the adventurous spirit, love of the outdoors, and feeling of community synonymous with Girl Scouts,” Sylvia Acevedo, interim CEO of the Girl Scouts of the USA.

650+ Beach Towel OR $25 Passport Bucks 500+ Caddy OR $20 Passport Bucks

Did you know?

One hundred percent of the cookie earnings stays within our council and troops, benefitting girls through events, outdoor experiences, volunteer training, summer camp, community service and more!

GO PRO CAMERA!

Set your goal high and you could earn this amazing reward package! Remember, all rewards are cumulative.

Cha-ching!

Girl Scout troops decide how their cookie funds are spent! Will they save for a big trip? Buy supplies for the local animal shelter? It’s totally up to them. Girls get to choose how to spend their profit.

Girls can earn Passport Bucks to attend any council event, trip or summer camp! Talk about a sweet way to visit Costa Rica!

Girls who participate in the Girl Scout Cookie Program learn how to manage money, set goals, make decisions, and communicate with adults—skills that aren’t necessarily taught in school, but are invaluable to their future and the future of the global economy.

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Pack your bags! We’re going on an adventure. With Girl Scouts Go you’ll get to visit locations around the world. Girl Scouts Heart of the South offers three types of travel adventures designed for girls of all ages.

Let’s Explore trips are short, regional trips designed for Girl Scout Juniors to venture out beyond their city. These trips are perfect to get her ready for the longer Girl Scouts Go or the Girl Scout Destinations excursions. Regional destinations gives girls the experience of travel and seeing the world outside her city.

Girl Scouts Go has girls visiting locations around the world during week-long trips that are designed for older Girl Scouts. From exploring the nation’s capital to living out the Girl Scout mission, girls will discover a world of opportunities through Girl Scouts Go! Destinations are the ultimate adventure program for girls ages 11 and older. With a ton of different trips to apply for every year—from surfing camp on the east coast and breathtaking hikes out west, to the crazy-cool wonder of new cultures abroad—there’s something amazing for everyone to experience. Destinations are organized through GSUSA and girls must apply by Nov. 1st to Rebecca Day at rebecca.day@girlscoutshs.org to be eligible for a national destination.

FUND YOUR FUN!

COOKIES = TRAVEL

By participating in the Girl Scout Cookie Program, girls can earn Passport Bucks to pay for council trips, activities and more!

The 2017 Cookie Program kicks-off on Saturday, January 4!

Every girl can participate in the cookie program, regardless of troop participation. Contact the council for more information on how to get started, 800.624.4185.

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Let’s Explore Outspace Odessy: U.S. Space & Rocket Center Juniors - Cadettes May 31 - June 2, 2017 $460 Blast off to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, AL to explore the universe! Girls will tour space ships, interactive simulators, exhibits and hands-on activites! This is a great weekend getaway designed to introduce girls to traveling.

Girl Scouts Go World Changers: Costa Rica Sun and Service Ages: 14 - 18 June 19-26, 2017 $2471 Give back by volunteering in the rural community of Santos, Costa Rica where you will engage in service learning activities based on the needs of the community.

Explore the great outdoors further by kayaking around Lake Arenal, then test the waters of nature’s Jacuzzi at the nearby hot springs. Learn how coffee gets from farm to table on our Bio Coffee Adventure, then top off your outdoor educational adventure by witnessing a volcano’s bubbling surface up close (but not too close).

This destination is more than just beautiful landscapes, cultural experiences, and high adventure - you are traveling with a purpose. The Santos community values the help of volunteers just like yourself. Combine your love of fun and making the world a better place on this adventure.

Tour Highlights: Volunteer activities with the Los Santos community Canopy Zip-Lining Tour Bio Coffee Adventure Travel to Coastal Puntarenas by 4x4

Kayak on Lake Arenal Tour Manuel Antonio National Park Visit the beautiful hot springs See the Poas Volcano

Destinations A Little Bit of Country & A Little Bit of Rock n’ Roll: a Southern Tradition Ages: 12-18 July 16 - 26, 2017 $1700 Put on your cowgirl boots and saddle up for a ride through Tennessee! Explore your inner musician as you dance your way through the country sounds of Nashville, record your own song and explore Memphis, the birthplace of rock n’ roll. Set your sights upon the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with a quick stop at Dollywood for a classic experience in southern adventure. Enjoy your time in the Volunteer State with the sweet taste of local food, music and hospitality. On this trip you will experience: MUSIC: Ryman Auditorium, Country Music Hall of Fame, Elvis Presley’s Graceland, Rock N’ Soul Museum, local concerts, write your own song!

CULTURE: Line dancing, Dixie Stampede Dinner Show, famous Memphis BBQ, National Civil Rights Museum, local food and music!

ADVENTURE: Underground waterfalls and caverns, Splash Mountain water park, zip-lining through the Smoky mountains, rides and games galore at Dollywood

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GET YOUR GIRL SCOUT GEAR

COOKIE PROGRAM ACTIVITY PIN The cookie sale activity pin is an earned award that is worn to show participation in the Girl Scout Cookie Sale after completing participation activities outlined in the Cookie Sale Activity Guide. The pin(s) are awarded each year in a different color. The 2017 pin color is Light Pink.

3/4” diameter. Clutchback. Imported. $2

NATIONAL STAND BESIDE HER MOVEMENT PATCH Show that you Stand Beside Her by proudly wearing this patch. Downlaod the patch program for free online at www.standbesideher.org for a better understanding on how you can #StandBesideHer $1.25

HOODED PULLOVER A cozy and lightweight hooded pullover for campfires or sleepovers. Raglan sleeve with pouch pocket and “Girls Can Do Anything Girl Scouts” screenprint. Rib-knit cuffs and waistband. Heather grey. Relaxed fit. Cotton/ polyester jersey knit. Imported.

MISSES S-XL: $44, WOMENS 2XL-3XL: $44

CLEAR BUBBLE UMBRELLA Stay dry in style with this transparent green trefoil printed umbrella. Plastic handle with Girl Scout Servicemark imprint. Opens with the push of a button. 33” L and 140” circumference.

Imported. $15

OUTDOORS ART BADGES

BROWNIE OUTDOOR ART CREATOR BADGE $2

JUNIOR OUTDOOR ART EXPLORER BADGE $2

CADETTE OUTDOOR ART APPRENTICE BADGE $2

SENIOR OUTDOOR ART EXPERT BADGE $2

AMBASSADOR OUTDOOR ART MASTER BADGE $2

Download Outdoor Art Badge requirements online at www.girlscoutshop.com or purchase at your local council shop.

three convenient locations or online at www.girlscoutshs.org

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Memphis Service Center & Council Shop 717 South White Station Rd. Ste. 2 Memphis, TN 38117

Jackson Service Center & Council Shop 1007 Old Humboldt Rd. Jackson, TN 38305

Tupelo Service Center & Council Shop 1140 West Main Street Tupelo, MS 38801

Girl Scouts like to help people.

Now, imagine pursuing a career where everyday you got to help people. Imagine a career in medicine!

Girl Scout Juniors through Ambassadors are invited to explore the medical field through a full day of hands on, interactive activities with Baptist Memorial Hospital!

Girls will have the opportunity to practice techniques that are used every day by medical professionals; be exposed to both traditional and nontraditional medical careers; and gain an understanding of various departments within the hospital.

They’ll spend the day completing four rotations with each consisting of three activities related to a specific topic.

Saturday, December 3

ROTATIONS: Rotation 1: How did I get here?

This rotation will feature emergency medical technicians, a tour of an ambulance, and emergency room procedures.

Rotation 2: What is my diagnosis?

This rotation will encompass patient care, radiology, infection control, and lab work. Girls will help to put the human body’s natural puzzle (bones) back in place, identify blood types, and ensure proper safety precautions when performing a check-up on a patient.

Rotation 3: Time for treatment!

Interact with simulations that mimic real hospital cases, and help to cure the patient!

Rotation 4: I’m home! Now what?

Patient treatment doesn’t stop once you return home. Learn all about eating right and taking care of yourself to help avoid a return trip to the hospital.

Once the girls complete all four rotations they will have gone through a complete patient’s hospital stay, and have an overview of how everyone works together in the hospital.

During lunch girls will create “IV pole – friends” and cards for the children staying at Baptist.

At the end of the day Girl Scouts will be informed of the wide range of careers in the medical field, understand various medical procedures, and be ready to embark on a new career path!

FOUR LOCATIONS!

• Spence and Becky Wilson Baptist Children’s Hospital, Memphis, TN • Baptist Memorial Hospital-Golden Triangle, Columbus, MS • Delta State University, Cleveland, MS • Baptist Memorial Hospital - Union County, New Albany, MS

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y d a e r u o y Are ! ? s r o o d t u O t a e r G e for th Build your outdoor skills one step at a time! With each adventure you are learning more about the great outdoors and gaining confidence in your ability and skills to carry you on your next trip!

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with the Natchez Trace Parkway Patch Program!

Earning the Natchez Trace Parkway patch is a wonderful way for you to explore the outdoors, take short walks and work up to a longer hike, all while learning about history and earning pieces to the patch!

The Natchez Trace Parkway patch, available in the Tupelo Visitor Center, will help you discover the link between cultures of the past and present, as well as the history of adventure-loving 10

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travelers like American Indians, traders, soldiers, “Kaintucks�, postriders, settlers, slaves, circuit-riding preachers, outlaws and adventurers!

So lace up your shoes, grab a journal and water bottle and get ready for an incredible journey through the Natchez Trace Parkway, a drive through exceptional scenery and 10,000 years of North American history!

Adventure Out Up for a little adventure? Ready to see the world from a different perspective?

Then grab your gear and let’s go!

Girls in Extreme Adventure Recreation (G.E.A.R.) gives girls the opportunity to explore the great outdoors while challenging themselves.

Past adventures have included hiking the beautiful Appalachian Trail with other Girl Scouts from across the country, rushing down the white water rapids of the Ocoee River in Tennessee, flying through the treetops of Historic Banning Mills in Georgia and hiking the great outdoors at Kentucky’s Land Between the Lakes and Alabama’s Sipsey Wilderness. The adventures may vary, but the thrill and excitement is always there!

G.E.A.R. adventures are designed to give smaller groups a more in-depth experience. We suggest you register early to secure your spot as these trips typically fill up fast!

Treetop Zipline Adventure March 15 - 17, 2017 Cadettes & Up Registration Opens:11/14/16 Are you ready for the next G.E.A.R. adventure? Pack your bags as we head to the outdoors of Lula, GA to experience this amazing adventure zipline tour! Enjoy a bird’s eye view of the North Oconee River, ravines, ponds, pastures, and wildlife!

You’ll zip and soar through the lush North Georgia Canopy and enjoy 12 ziplines, two sky bridges, three nature walks, and zip over three different ponds and back and forth over the Oconee River! The grand finale will be a thrilling 695 foot dual zip over the Hilltop Pond where you can race your best friend!

Sipsey Wilderness Weekend May 7 - 8, 2017 Ages 12 + Registration opens: 2/1/17 If you love thick forests, river canyons, waterfalls, wildflowing creeks and scenic overlooks, the Sipsey River Trail is definitely the best place to backpack and hike. Join fellow Girl Scouts as we explore the great outdoors on this 5 mile, out and back trail that is rated moderate. Girls will experience the ultimate outdoor adventure of packing all their necessities and spending two nights in the beautiful Sipsey Wilderness!

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camp 2017 and look back Cook Out

Explore Out

Sleep Out

Camp Out

It was an amazing summer! Lazy days spent swimming in the lake, retiring the flag at the end of the day, favorite camp songs around the fire, and of course lots and lots of s’mores, and sleeping under the stars!

Summer camp is a magical experience for girls. A place where they can unplug and connect with others, and with nature.

Girl Scout Camp is not only about gaining outdoor skills and friendships - it’s about helping girls discover who they are and exploring the world around them. At camp, girls realize that anything is possible…and that their next great adventure is just around the corner.

Whether you go for a day, a week, or longer, Girl Scout Camp gives girls entering grades 1 -12 an opportunity to grow, explore, and have fun in a safe environment under the guidance of caring, trained adults. Every girl deserves a chance to camp, and Girl Scout camp programs are open to ALL girls!

1 R E B M E C E D D E S S WILL BE RELEA

CAMP SESSION

online at www.girlscoutshs.org

We are already planning an amazing summer and cannot wait to share our 2017 Summer Camp Sessions.

Mark your calendar and log on Thursday, December 1 to see which camp session you want to attend!

NEW THIS YEAR! Early Bird Registraiton, opens on Wednesday, February 1, 2017, which gives you $10 off your registration fee if you register within the month of February!

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION OPEN

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Explore Out

Sleep Out

Camp Out

Camping isn’t just for the summer anymore! Outdoor experiences provide challenges and enhance leadership skills while exploring nature that inspires girls’ curiosity, discovery and problem solving.

We offer a variety of weekend events throughout the year for girls, troops, groups and families. These events are a great way to visit our camps and get excited about attending one of our summer camp sessions.

Camp Songs & Cocoa Girl Scouts at Chickasaw State Park Teen Camporee Great Getaway Adult Event Me & Mine

Cook Out

January 21 February 4 March 31 - April 2 April 21 - 23 May 5 - 7

Sleep Out

Camporees Discover the fun of camping with your Girl Scout friends with a special getaway at one of the council properties! At a Camporee you can create your own schedule, work on your Outdoor Badge, cook over a campfire and sing under the night stars! It’s all up to you!

Ask your troop leader about planning a Camporee!

Camp Out

Camp Open House Curious about summer camp? Come check out our camps at our open houses! You and your family can tour the camp grounds, see where you’ll eat, sleep and have the best summer ever! Plus, you’ll meet some of our counselors so you’ll know a friendly face on your first day!

Camp Tik-A-Witha Sunday, April 30

Kamp Kiwani Sunday, May 7

ALL OF OUR SUMMER CAMPS ARE ACA ACCREDITED!

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The National Stand Beside Her Movement aims to create a world where all girls are appreciated for their talent, strengths and uniqueness. A place where they see strong role models at home, online and in the office. Where equal work receives equal pay, and being a woman isn’t seen as a liability. That “throwing like a girl” is a positive statement, and that her self-worth isn’t tied to how many “likes” she receives.

By giving girls positive, encouraging and supportive role models, we lead the charge in changing our current culture so that every girl can reach her fullest potential. That is why Girl Scouts Heart of the South created National Stand Beside Her Movement, a call to action initiative to mentor, support and develop girls; to end unhealthy comparison and competition; and create more collaboration and support for one another.

Created by Girl Scouts Heart of the South, the National Stand Beside Her Movement is a call to action initiative to mentor, support and develop women and girls; to end comparison and competition and create more collaboration and support for one another.

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Each year, along with 32 sister councils, we celebrate National Stand Beside Her Week the last week in October, and ask people to get involved in a girl’s life. To volunteer with Girl Scouts, and other women’s organizations. To take the time to connect to a girl and share your story.

Encourage her, guide her, cheer her on in her pursuit of her dreams. Because, when girls succeed so does society.

This week was chosen to commemorate Girl Scouts’ founder, Juliette Gordon Low’s birthday on October 31. Low’s life work was about supporting, developing and mentoring strong girls and women. This is most evident in the Girl Scout Law; I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

Even though we celebrate National Stand Beside Her Week in October, girls can Stand Beside Her year-round! That’s why we created the national patch program to help Girl Scouts tie the Girl Scout Law in with activities that will help them further their knowledge on how to be supportive, encouraging and kind to one another.

Girl Scouts learn that through cooperation and collaboration anything is possible. From starting a campfire, to earning their First Aid badge, they see the value of supporting one another. Help them carry this knowledge outside the troop meeting and into their every day lives by earning the Stand Beside Her patch.

This FREE patch program contains activities designed for each program grade level and can be downloaded at www.standbesideher.org.

Let’s create a world where all women and girls are appreciated for their talent, strengths and uniqueness starting with Girl Scouts.

Girl Scouts Heart of the South designed this patch program for girls, their troops and their families.

Stand Beside Her patches are available online and in our council shops for $1.25.

Left to right top: Lucy Pierce, Mary Claire Evangelisti, Katie Clark Left to right bottom: Kairavi Garde', Hazel Grace Plunk, Riley Plunk

Hazel Grace Plunk was selected to be the council’s CEO for the Day. She got to tour the council’s headquarters, speak with various staff and even plan an event! As any good CEO knows, collaboration is key so she invited her troop along to talk about the National Stand Beside Her Movement and how girls can participate.

You could be the next CEO for the Day! Promote Girl Scouting in your community and let us know. You’ll earn the CEO patch and be entered to win the CEO for the Day opportunity!

Q & A with Girl Scout Troop 13122 on how they can Stand Beside Her Why do you think standing beside other girls is important?

Hazel: We’re stronger together than we are apart.

Riley: People should come help you if you are lonely and be your friend.

What would you tell your friend if she wasn’t feeling supported?

Katie: Encourage her to be herself. Whoever you are is who you are supposed to be.

Lucy: Don’t live up to the world’s expectations, but your own.

Kairavi: Be who you are and everyone should be okay with that.

Riley: Don’t be afraid to be yourself.

Lucy: Stand up for yourself. Help other people and yourself.

What advice would you give to girls?

Hazel: Be kind. Even if you don’t like them. Be happy with yourself. And be considerate.

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2ND ANNUAL

if she can see it, she can be it Memphis firefighters and paramedics teamed up with over 150 girls to show them what it is like to be a real life hero at the 2nd Annual HERo Day with the Memphis Fire Department.

Certifying every girl in Hands Only CPR, and letting them experience what a career in firefighting or emergency medical services would look like. Girls got to climb a 30’ aerial ladder, then rappel off a five story building, suit up in protective gear and tackle a lifesaving obstacle course, meet women and men from the Memphis Fire Department and learn about the physical and educational requirements to become a member of the department.

“I think it’s very important to introduce young women to non-traditional careers that females have the opportunity to do now” said the Director of the Memphis Fire Department, Gina Sweat. Director Sweat is the first female fire director for the City of Memphis.

Girl Scouts believes that “if she can see it, she can be it.” With an extremely small percentage of career firefighters being female, the opportunity for girls to see a female in fire or emergency medical service is rare. The mission of HERo Day is to provide positive female role models in these male-dominated fields so girls know that they can be anything they set their mind to.

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE WOMEN AND MEN OF THE MEMPHIS FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR MAKING THIS EVENT POSSIBLE.

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Girl Scouts Go to Washington D.C. Giant Pandas, spy missions, lifesize art, The White House, and Girl Scout sisters; there is only one place that you can capture all of those experiences and more! That’s just what 56 Girl Scouts and Girl Scout volunteers did when they journeyed to our nation's capital this past summer.

The trip was non-stop including over 12 interactive museum visits, four governmental building tours, 9 spectacular monuments and memorials, and 2 presidential homes. Girls kicked off their adventures with a stop at the Smithsonian National Zoo, home to over 300 animal species! Throughout the week girls embarked on a historical adventure through the origins of our country, took a jump back in time through the movies and media, and saw the natural occurrences that shaped our planet.

Step up to the wall in front of you and find the secret entrance into a foreign land, determine your code name, and get ready for your mission to begin! A major highlight of the trip was the International Spy Museum, the world’s largest interactive espionage museum. Girls had to disable security cameras, decode electronic transmissions, race through dark tunnels, avoid detection, and solve the mission before the world ended. “I felt like James Bond on a secret mission! This is a place that I could spend all day in.” exclaimed Girl Scout Ambassador, Georgia McGee, while leaving the museum.

Washington, D.C. is full of history, current events, and the opportunity to impact the future. Girls stood at the site of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s famous “I Have a Dream Speech,” walked in the footsteps of our nation’s presidents, visited the

International Spy Museum

National Archives. Left to right: Jamie Majors, Georgia McGee, Devan Dunlap, RuthAnn Morgan

home of George Washington, and left feeling empowered to make their mark on history.

Silence took place on the group while visiting the massive memorials throughout D.C. on the nighttime memorial tour. Attendees laid hands on Amelia Earhart’s history making plane at the National Air and Space Museum.

Girls even enjoyed lunch at Lafayette Park, while gazing at the White House; it was almost like eating lunch with the first family! “I have been to D.C. multiple times, but I have never been able to do so much and see all of the things that we have on this trip!” Cadette Girl Scout, Catey Welch, shared with her mom at the end of the trip.

The best part of the trip was embarking on the adventure with Girl Scouts from all over our council! Girls left with new friends, unforgettable memories, and camera’s full of their favorite sites! “I came on this trip knowing no one, and left with a tight group of friends that I will keep in touch with for years.” Ambassador Girl Scout, Jamie Majors.

“Adventure is worthwhile in itself.” wise words from Amelia Earhart. Girl Scouts Heart of the South’s travel programs offer local Girl Scouts the opportunity to create their own adventures outside of their town, culture, and comfort zones.

Council travel starts in the 4th grade, and covers multiple areas of interest! Start your next adventure by joining GSHS on short regional trips, extended national and international trips, high adventure trips, and mission based trips. YOUR next adventure is waiting!

National Zoological Park. In front is Aubrey Thibodeaux, through his eye you see Catey Welch, inside his head is Anniston Murphy.

Kaitlyn McKinness at the Daughters of the American Revolution Museum.

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In April 2016, Girl Scouts Heart of the South partnered with American Girl™ to bring The American Girl Fashion Show™ to Memphis, TN, giving girls and their families local access to this extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime experience!

The fashion shows featured historical and contemporary fashions for both girl models and their dolls. Guests were treated to girl-friendly pieces of fashion-related history that tie into the stories of the American Girl characters, as well as insight into how fashion can give girls a way to express their own unique personalities.

Girls, dolls and their families enjoyed elegant refreshments inspired by American Girl Cafes, prizes, and got a lesson in how clothing has changed over the years.

“American Girl and Girl Scouts are really a good team,” said Jenny Jones, Chief Community Engagement Officer with Girl Scouts Heart of the South. “We’re benefiting Girl Scouts Heart of the South and engaging with something that all girls love to see - and that’s the American Girl doll.”

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

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We celebrated Father’s Day Weekend with an enchanted evening at the Inaugural Father Daughter Ball benefitting Girl Scouts Heart of the South in June 2016.

Girls and their dads had an evening to get dolled up and dance the night away while enjoying delightful refreshments, party punch and making memories from a special evening together.

Additional fun included a silent auction featuring goodies and treats for dads and girls, professional keepsake photos from Roger Cotton Photography, and a take-your-own silly photo booth complete with princess props and more!

We are excited to make this an annual event! Make plans to join us for the 2nd Annual Father Daughter Ball on Friday, June 16, 2017. Tickets will go on sale in March 2017.

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