Fall 2010
AVE THE JERSEY SHORE
Volume 3 • Issue 2
Horsing Around
Horse club competes in first show
Young Advocate Local Girl Scout meets President Obama
Difference Makers
Bronze Award project supports child with Leukemia
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wo of Girl Scouts’ biggest advantages, compared to other activities, are its flexibility and its diversity for both girls and their parents. Instead of being limited to one specific task at one specific time, Girl Scouts can do what they enjoy when they have time to enjoy it. What other organization lets a girl scale a climbing wall and train in archery one week, then decorate a cake or travel the next?
Board of Directors Dr. Grace Hickey President Judy Hart First Vice President Wendy Galloway Second Vice President Frances Keane On the Cover: The addition of a climbing wall gave Third Vice President campers yet another exciting option at both Amity Acres Mary Anne Gearing Day Camp and Sacajawea Day Camp. Secretary Bonnie Chankalian Treasurer JoAnn McCann Immediate Past President, Ex-Officio Members at Large Annette Brown Julian Castellanos Carolyn Coates Dolores Coulter Jim DeAngelis Barbara Dunzelman Diane Friel-Padlo Robin Fitzmaurice Tom Halpin Karen Kavanagh Roger Keil Helene E. Koseff Marie Lucier-Woodruff Craig A. Lynch Janet Malkemes Anne Nachman Margaret O’Meara Charles Richter Penny Rone Rosalind Seawright Adam Servodio Shrabanee Shah Roberta Sheridan Ben Waldron April Yezzi Girl Representatives Alissa Cappelleri Jessica Christiansen Maria DiBianca Brittany Emery Samantha Giffen Taylor Loving Erin Markov Steffanie Rosko
These benefits are clearest in the summer and early Susan H. McClure fall. While many Girl Scouts reduce their active involvement in the summer, there are still thousands in Monmouth and Ocean counties who enjoy our day The Girl Scout Promise On my honor, I will try: camps and make a To serve God and my country, difference through To help people at all times, community service And to live by the Girl Scout Law. Dr. Grace Hickey projects. Then, The Girl Scout Law when they go back to school, these girls I will do my best to be learn how to juggle multiple activities with honest and fair, their social and academic calendars.
Executive Staff Susan H. McClure Chief Executive Officer Richard Renzulli Chief Operating Officer Bahiyyah Abdullah Senior Director, Membership and Marketing Jenny Cody Senior Director, Program friendly and helpful, Services considerate and caring, Patricia J. Kurz courageous and strong, and Senior Director, Facilities responsible for what I say and do, and Camping Services and to Pat Walsh respect myself and others, Senior Director, respect authority, Fund Development and use resources wisely, Public Relations make the world a better place, and Karen Welch be a sister to every Girl Scout. Senior Director, Financial Services
Our girls’ activities could scarcely be imagined when Juliette Gordon Low created Girl Scouts 98 years ago. Since then, we’ve continually evolved our program to meet the needs of the next generation of girls. Locally, we’ve taken the latest step in our evolution. The changes we’ve made are extensive, but the end result is simpler pathways for adult volunteers to become involved, and better program opportunities for girls.
Nothing we do would be successful without the parents, adult volunteers and troop leaders behind the scenes who recognize the importance of Girl Scouts. They’re the ones who encourage girls to become active and stay involved. They’re the ones who recognize the lifetime potential that Girl Scouts represents. As we look forward to this Girl Scout year, we also look ahead to 2012 and our centennial year. But, most importantly, we look at the faces of each Girl Scout and see the difference we make in every smile. Wishing you the best,
Susan H. McClure
Dr. Grace Hickey
Miracle Ambassador
Jackson girl represents Girl Scout ideals in Washington
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he’s only 10-years-old and Mackenzie Wight has already met President Barack Obama, spent the day with American Idol David Archuleta and played video games with Miss America, Caressa Cameron. The opportunity for these amazing memories is the result of Mackenzie’s amazing perseverance in the face of tragedy. Four years ago, Mackenzie and her younger brother, Michael, were injured in a devastating car accident. Each required extensive surgery. During her recovery, Mackenzie used her desire to rejoin Girl Scouts as motivation. “I told Mackenzie that she’d always have a friend in Girl Scouts and she reiterated those words to me,” said Nicole, her mother. “It was in Girl Scouts that Mackenzie felt she would
make new friends.” Two months after the accident, Mackenzie joined a troop and attended her first meeting. She was worried how they would react when they saw her without hair, the result of a recent surgery, but none of her troop members said a word. They welcomed her immediately. “We are so grateful for Girl Scouts,” Nicole said. “It teaches girls things that they don’t necessarily learn in school – compassion for others and community awareness.” Soon after Mackenzie joined the troop, Nicole received a call from a recreational therapist who learned about Mackenzie on Facebook. The therapist was amazed by the swiftness of her recovery. They stayed in touch and earlier this year, that therapist nominated Mackenzie and Michael, who is still in a wheelchair,
to become ambassadors for the Children’s Miracle Network. As ambassadors, they represent the organization at various events, promoting the need for increased funding of children’s hospitals. Mackenzie loves to come home to her troop and share her amazing stories about the places she’s seen and the people she’s met. But, despite her adventures, she best loves just being a member of her troop. To learn more about Mackenzie and Michaels’ amazing recoveries, visit girlscoutsjs.org/mackenzie. Mackenzie and her brother, Michael, met President Barack Obama while representing the Children’s Miracle Network’s initiative to increase children’s healthcare awareness in Washington.
Visit us online • girlscoutsjs.org (Council Page) • jerseyshoregirlscouts.com (Regional Page)
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ore than 140 girls in Lakewood spent their summer learning about Girl Scouts during Girls Are Great. The program provides girls in Lakewood with a variety of Girl Scout programs including swimming, sports, art, performing arts, and science. “I love watching girls discover the delight of becoming a Girl Scout,” said Michelle Masarik, program director. “It’s also wonderful to see girls who may already know each other come to a totally different understanding and appreciation of each other.” To celebrate the last day of the program at Georgian Court University, the girls invited their family and friends to watch them in a show featuring a variety of performances. After the show, one parent approached Susan H. McClure, chief executive officer, wanting to say thank you. “This is the best thing my daughter could have ever done,” said the mother. “She came home happy every day.” McClure expressed her gratitude for the response. “This is the essence of what we do,” she explained. “We make a difference in young girls’ lives.”
Girls Are Great
Families embrace summer program
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Bronze Award, Gold Heart Troop helps child living with leukemia
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hoosing a Bronze Award project is an exciting moment for Girl Scout Juniors. They need to find something that inspires them to work as a team for 15-20 hours while creating a plan and implementing it. When Troop 84 met last September to discuss what they wanted to do, the girls had a specific goal in mind. "They wanted to do something special for a child who was dealing with an illness and make that child happy," explained Debbie Considine, troop leader. "They had lots of great ideas and were enthusiastic and wanted to get started right away." One of the girls suggested Oceans of Love, a local nonprofit dedicated to helping Ocean County children with cancer and their families. Oceans of Love put the troop in contact with a family in Bayville. Their 3-year-old son, Jake, lives with leukemia. "The girls were ready and willing to do anything for him," Considine explained. "For a couple of months we sent food to Jake's house. We also brought his family a full turkey dinner for Thanksgiving; handmade cards and a Toys 'R' Us gift certificate for Christmas, and an ice cream cake and movie voucher for Valentine's Day." By providing care packages, the girls remained involved in Jake's life the entire year, even though chemotherapy kept them from meeting him face-to-face. That changed in June when the girl's finally met him to celebrate his fourth birthday. "We presented his family with Sesame Place tickets and a gift card to stay overnight," Considine said. "We also gave him a
Junior Troop 84 celebrates Jake’s fourth birthday with his family and friends. Jake is proudly riding the bike he received from the girls. battery-powered quad bike." The troop paid for all Jake's gifts using money they earned during the year from product sales. "They were so happy so see the smile on his face," Considine recalled. "I watched them all as he laughed and giggled
while he sat on his new toy. The girls were so proud of themselves. "The girls’ selflessness, kindness and thoughfulness is something I will never forget," she added. "I hope it’s a memory that will stay with them forever.
Exploring Robotics The Hazlet Girl Scout Robotics Club held its second meeting in August with 14 girls attending. The girls built robots and then gave them commands via computers. Clubs are currently active in Hazlet, Farmingdale, Toms River and Manahawkin. For information visit girlscoutsjs.org/robotics.
Visit us online • girlscoutsjs.org (Council Page) • jerseyshoregirlscouts.com (Regional Page)
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Left: Sheila Weisfeld and her husband Harry, following the dedication of the arts center in their son Jonathan’s memory. Below: Campers at Sacajawea Day Camp dance during a campfire at the new center.
Gift Unveiled
Girl Scouts dedicate Jonathan Weisfeld Performing Arts Center
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irls attending Sacajawea Day Camp and families camping at Camp Sacajawea have a new venue to incorporate into their outdoor experiences. The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore dedicated the Jonathan Weisfeld Performing Arts Center during an Aug. 12 ceremony at the camp’s Farmingdale location. A gift from the Weisfeld family made the addition possible. Sheila Weisfeld is an active Girl Scout volunteer along with her husband Harry and son Mathew. Her oldest son, Jonathan, died in a car accident more than 10 years ago. The performing arts center is named in his memory. Many friends and members of the Weisfeld family attended the dedication as well as Dr. Grace Hickey, president, Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, and Susan H. McClure, chief executive officer. “We wanted to create a new
area where girls could explore their star-lit dreams,” said Dr. Hickey. “Tonight, our dreams become reality as we join together
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to acknowledge the Weisfeld’s generosity of spirit and remember Jonathan in a wonderful way.” Girl Scouts attending Sacajawea Day Camp performed during the dedication ceremony. Attendees also watched more than 100 campers use the new performing arts center during a sing-a-long that preceded a camp sleepover. “As Girl Scouts begins its campaign to rebrand itself, we are looking at programs and activities that will engage our members at all ages,” said McClure. “Thanks to the Weisfeld Family, we can now grow our programs in the arts.” Facilities at Camp Sacajawea, including the Jonathan Weisfeld Performing Arts Center are available for use all year long. For more information, call (800) 785-2090 or visit girlscoutsjs.org.
Taking Charge
New president judges success through girl happiness
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veryone has a personal reason why they become involved with Girl Scouts. For Dr. Grace Hickey, her involvement is directly tied to her desire to involve as many girls as possible. “I’m amazed by the variety and diversity of activities,” Hickey explained. “Girl Scouts is the premiere experience for girls, providing an enormous opportunity to learn skills.” Hickey understands her answer is a bit clichéd, but she says that doesn’t make it any less powerful. “It sounds like a pat answer, but it’s true,” she said. “Go back to the profiles of today’s women leaders and almost all of them were Girl Scouts. It’s a solid foundation.” Hickey herself spent time as a Girl Scout growing up. After receiving bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees in Psychology, Hickey experienced the organization through the eyes of her young nieces. It wasn’t until her local involvement with Girl Scouts began during 2002 that she realized the true scope of the organization. “The size took me by surprise,” she recalled. “Not just the number of girls, but the number of adult volunteers as well.” Hickey is used to working with large groups and making a difference in the lives of others. The Millstone resident currently works as manager of clinical operations for Meridian Behavioral Health/Jersey Shore University Medical Center. As council president, Hickey is involved with all levels of the organization, but she’s most impressed by the older girls who earn their Gold Awards. She especially likes when they talk about their experiences. “We can tell the Girl
Dr. Grace Hickey listens as Jessica Pepenella receives her Gold Award on May 24, 2010. Dr. Hickey enjoys listening to girls discuss their accomplishments as Girl Scouts because it’s proof Girl Scouts makes a difference in girls’ lives. Scout story at any event and say how wonderful they are,” she said. “But when you hear the girls talking about it themselves you know you’re doing a good thing.” Over the course of her two-year term, Hickey knows she’ll face a lot
of tough decisions, but she’s clear about her primary responsibility. “My role is to support the council and our volunteers,” she said. “We are doing good work and I want us to continue to grow and serve as many girls as possible.”
Welcoming new leadership In addition to Dr. Grace Hickey, several other changes and additions were made to the board or directors. • Judy Hart, first vice president from second vice president • Wendy Galloway, second vice president from board member • Frances Keane, third vice president from board member The following members of the community were added to the board – Annette Brown, Jim DeAngelis, Tom Halpin, Margaret O’Meara and Adam Servodio. If you are interested in learning more about becoming involved with the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore board of directors, call (800) 785-2090, ext. 147.
Visit us online • girlscoutsjs.org (Council Page) • jerseyshoregirlscouts.com (Regional Page)
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Reaching New Heights
Girl Scout restructuring places greater focus on increased opportunities
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he best thing about an adult starting a new job or a child starting a new school is that it gives a chance to make a new set of first impressions. The adult known for implementing other people’s ideas can begin suggesting their own and the child known as a class clown can become more studious. These opportunities are rare and require the dedication and perseverance of the person making the change. Reinvention is a lot more difficult when you have to do it without the benefit of a clean slate – everything new is judged in context of what came before. Since before the creation of the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, it’s been known that a reinvention of Girl Scouts at the local and national level was necessary and inevitable. There was a need to create a better way to fill key volunteer positions and place girls into troops in a more efficient manner – a process made difficult because there weren’t enough adults willing to become troop leaders. Faced with these expanding difficulties, an integrated team of volunteers and staff spent a year examining the brutal truths facing the council and chose to take action. These changes were only possible because of the thousands of dedicated volunteers willing to implement change that improves Girl Scouting for girls in Monmouth and Ocean counties. These changes are made with one goal in mind – to provide girls every opportunity to achieve their full potential as they grow into strong, confident young women.
This year marks the start of that adaptation to make Girl Scouts simpler and more accessible. The volunteer structure has been simplified, allowing more volunteers to work directly with girls. Better paths of communication are being established. The registration process has been reinvented, allowing girls to become involved immediately, rather than waiting for paperwork to be processed. And, most importantly, additional pathways have been created, giving girls more involvement options than
ever before. Both girls and adults are different than in generations past. Greater effort needed to be taken to adapt to modern times. These changes will not be easy; they’re a global shift in how Girl Scouting is delivered. However, by preparing for our future now, today’s Girl Scouts will have every opportunity that can possibly be provided.
Meet Your Regional Directors Kelly McAllister
Amy Blankenship
Asbury Park, Bay Head, Belmar, Brick, Manasquan, Neptune, Oakhurst, Ocean, Ocean Grove, Point Pleasant , Spring Lake, West Long Branch
Eatontown, Fair Haven, Hazlet, Highlands, Keansburg, Keyport, Little Silver, Long Branch, Middletown, Monmouth Beach, Oceanport, Red Bank, Rumson, Tinton Falls
Julie Brady
Dena Mayo
Clarksburg, Cream Ridge, Farmingdale, Howell Township, Jackson, Lakehurst, Lakewood, Manchester, Millstone, New Egypt, Whiting
Barnegat, Bayville, Beach Haven, Beachwood, Forked River, Little Egg Harbor, Long Beach Island, Manahawkin, Seaside, Stafford Township, Toms River, Tuckerton, Waretown
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(800) 785-2090, ext. 226
Cathy Vazquez (800) 785-2090, ext. 118
Aberdeen, Colts Neck, Englishtown, Freehold, Freehold Borough, Holmdel, Manalapan, Marlboro, Matawan, Morganville, Wickatunk
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Every region has its own website, frequently updated with the latest, local Girl Scout information. The sites also feature a social network complete with a program calendar, private messages, message board and Facebook-style wall. There are even games and contests. See it for yourself at jerseyshoregirlscouts.com.
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Girl Scout pathways are flexible opportunities for girls
Wha kin d t of Girl S are cout you ?
to participate in the Girl Scout movement. They match grade-level preferences and availability with flexible options. No matter where or how girls (grades K-12) participate, they get the necessary guidance from adult volunteers and council staff to develop leadership skills and use those skills to make a difference in the world while having fun!
I’m a series Girl Scout.
I like to participate in specific activites on a regular basis – like participating in journies twice a month with my friends.
I’m a troop Girl Scout.
I enjoy meeting with the same group of girls on a regular basis during the school year and doing activities with them.
I’m an event Girl Scout.
Attending events is a great way to stay connected with Girl Scouts and ideal for someone like me with a busy schedule.
I’m a travel Girl Scout.
Adventuresome and curious, I love to discover new places. We get to plan and go on exciting trips locally and overseas! We’re looking forward to council trips to Boston, Europe and Hawaii.
I’m a camp Girl Scout.
I love the outdoors and enjoy spending my summer at camp with friends. Swimming, archery, the zip line and the climbing wall make camp the perfect Girl Scout experience for me.
What is a region? A region consists of community volunteers who are managed by regional volunteer committees and supported by a regional director and functional area staff. These committees oversee tasks and match them with volunteers as needed, shifting the volunteer focus from filling positions to finding people to assist with specific activities to improve Girl Scouts in Monmouth and Ocean counties.
What is the Girl Scout Leadership Experience? The Girl Scout Leadership Experience engages girls in discovering themselves, connecting with others, and taking action to make the world a better place. Even at the youngest ages of Girl Scouting, girls can gain leadership skills they will carry with them throughout their lives. The Girl Scout focus on leadership in all programs and through Journeys shows girls that they are leaders right now in their everyday lives. These skills will stay with them as they grow. We believe when women are leaders positive results are achieved. Girl Scouts builds successful women.
Visit us online • girlscoutsjs.org (Council Page) • jerseyshoregirlscouts.com (Regional Page)
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Giddy-Up Girl Scouts
First Girl Scout Horse Show a great success
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fter a summer of horse camp, dozens of girls from the Girl Scout Horse Club competed in their first friendly competition. “I can’t tell you enough what a wonderful day it was,” said Michelle Hassani, whose daughter Sydney rode in the show. “I used to ride and compete and I remember plenty of other shows that did not run nearly as smoothly. What a success!” Every rider received recognition for her accomplishments; top riders received a silver plaque. Gifts to the council’s HUGS campaign help develop programs like the horse club. Club dates have been set for the next year and new members are welcome. Chariot Riders, Farmingdale, and Chariot Riders, Manchester, each meet the second Saturday of each month. Joining Chariot Riders this year are Show Time Stables, Howell, meeting the second Wednesday of each month and Rein Dancer, New Egypt, with meeting dates to be announced. For more information, call (800) 785-2090, ext.181 or visit girlscoutsjs.org/horse.
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reehold Toop 66 retired more than 175 unserviceable American flags during an August ceremony at the Program Activity Center, Farmingdale. The project was a joint effort between the troop and the Teen Library Committee of the Freehold Public Library. “We had no idea we’d receive so many flags,” said Barbara Greenberg, Freehold Public Library director. “Clearly this project tapped into a need in the community.” A simple glance at each flag showed every one had a storied history. “Many people who came in told us stories about their flags,” Greenberg added. One of those stories came in the form of an unsigned letter sent from Ship Bottom. Several old flags were sent with the letter, which simply said, “Enclosed are several flags from a 60-year Girl Scout from Long Beach Island.” Freehold Borough
The Cadette and Senior Girl Scouts of Troop 66 collected old flags and properly retired them as part of a summer service project.
Honorable Retirement American flags given respectful end Councilman John Newman attended the retirement ceremony, along with the families of several troop members. “Even though thoughts
of Girl Scouts surrounding a fire ring evokes images of s’mores and singing, the girls experienced something entirely different at this ceremony,”
said Kathy Mulholland, co-troop leader. “It was a solumn and special event, and the girls seemed to go about the process with instinctive respect.”
Ft. Monmouth Ceremony Red Bank Troop 985 visited Ft. Monmouth and participated in the Flag Retreat Ceremony signaling the end of the day. They stood in formation with officers during the lowering of the flag and then properly folded it as part of the ceremony. 7/16/10 2:07 PM
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Troop News For
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Spooktacular
Hay Ride • Haunted House • Crafts • Dancing Camp Sacajawea • Costumes Welcome Cost: $7.50 Brownies Friday, Oct. 22 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Daisies and Families Saturday, Oct. 23 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Juniors Saturday, Oct. 23 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. For more information, visit jerseyshorespooktacular.com
Region Two Six Cadette Girl Scouts, who recently bridged to Senior Girl Scouts, from Marlboro Troop 91 earned their Silver Awards. They worked with the Kateri Day Camp in Marlboro to create events for campers from a variety of towns including, Asbury Park, Neptune, Long Branch, Newark and Howell. Activities included Chinese yo-yo; arts and crafts with a Disney theme; two days of Wacky Olympics; a dramatic performance of “Little Red Riding Hood,” and baking brownies and s’mores on a fire pit. Junior Girl Scout Troop 1145 assisted with a book drive and sorted more than 1,000 books. They’ll finish their Bronze Award with the completion of a bookcase that they will donate to the day camp.
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Region Three
Above: Middletown Troop 1622 attended “Blast Off” museum at Brookdale Community College and earned their Aerospace and Sky Search Badge. The Junior Girl Scouts also joined their family and friends for a guided tour through the “Blast Off” museum at Brookdale Community College. The troop also earned a swimming badge. Left: Middletown Troop 1126 visited Pinegrove Ranch in Kerhonkson, New York, with money earned through the cookie sale. They went horseback riding on the trails and enjoyed the outdoor pool and other activities at the allinclusive resort.
Region Four
Members of Troop 193 had a great time at Breakwater Beach in Seaside Heights. It was a great activity to start the summer.
Brownie Troop 1553 conducted a food drive for Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry, Lakewood. The eight girls set a goal of 100 food items; they collected almost 400 . Howell Troop 1370 participated in the Take A Hike: Brownie Orienteering Try-It at Camp Sacajawea. The girls had a fantastic time and learned many valuable skills as well as discovering parts of the camp. Visit us online • girlscoutsjs.org (Council Page) • jerseyshoregirlscouts.com (Regional Page)
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Troop News
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Forked River Troop 507 used money earned from cookie sales to pay for a trip to the Camden Aquarium. The troop also used the money to earn the Horse Fun patch. Manahawkin Daisy Troop 561 had fun at the Introduction to Horse program at Chariot Riders, Manchester. They learned about grooming, feeding, taking care of the Cadett e horses and each had a pony a walkin Troop 607 Avenu g day trip. used their ride. T c e Store , stopping hey visited ookie mon . The t e at FAO Centr roop e al Par y for a bus S c Members of Troop 495 h w k ven sa r w a ne artz and h Zoo, and h ide into Ne visited Niagara Falls on a aving ad a g w Yor wly m a k re arried council trip using money coupl restful lun at stroll do City for c e w h leavin earned through nut and g St. P outside th n Fifth a e t r Ap ick’s C cookie product sales. athed ple ral!
October 8 Friday Night Sleepover Sleeping bag camping in catering area of Six Flags $56, breakfast included
October 9 Fall Girl Scout Day Family and friends welcome $30 / +$15 for all-you-can-eat buffet
October 8–10 Girl Scout Camporee Tent camping in exclusive area on Six Flags property $47, meals not provided. Grilling allowed.
Patch included with all activities. Prices include park admission. Reduced prices available for season ticket holders. Registration forms can be found online at girlscoutsjs.org or call (800) 785-2090, ext. 224
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lthough the calendar year is beginning to approach its end, the extracurricular calendar for girls is just beginning and already a variety of groups and organizations are asking you to get involved. With so many worthy activities available, why should you choose the Girl Scouts over another activity? How does it benefit your daughter?
The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore is different than other groups that provide services to girls. While many organizations focus on activities that last a season, Girl Scouting provides experience that lasts a lifetime. Through innovative, fun, girl-led programs that engage girls’ curiosity, girls learn life skills, including entrepreneurship, team work and how to set goals, all while directly
Gift of Caring
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he Girl Scout Fall Product Sale Program is a perfect opportunity for friends and family to “give back” to their community during the holiday
season. Not only does a Gift of Caring help a family in need through the Monmouth/Ocean Food Bank, it also supports the participating girl. A Gift of Caring is also a great way to get someone involved who may not want to purchase nuts or magazines for themselves. The council handles all deliveries. If girls would prefer to choose a different Gift of Caring recipient they can. Simply let the council know who your donations will benefit.
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contributing to the success of their personal Girl Scout experience. We encourage you to use this fall product sale program as the starting point to achieve a girl’s dream. Making plans and following through is a hallmark of Girl Scout excellence and product sales help fund the activities that teach skills that would otherwise be beyond a girl’s financial reach.
Successful Booth Sales Follow these tips to maximize earning potential
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ake your booth irresistable by letting creativity rule. Use a colorful tablecloth, play music, hang balloons. Whatever you think will get attention.
Just follow the guidelines set by the location’s manager. Create large, fun posters. Be sure to say “Support Girl Scouts” and include your goal. Wear your Girl Scout identification. Not only is it a safety rule, but customers are more likely to buy from you if you’re wearing Girl Scout tees, sashes or pins. Promote the Gift of Caring. Decorate and clearly label a large donation box or gift bag and display a sign promoting your cause. People who may not want to
amily and friends can once again place their
buy for themselves will buy to support the Monmouth/
magazine orders online after receiving an e-mail
Ocean Food Bank.
from their Girl Scout loved one. And, NEW for Fall
Make sure girls make the sale and answer questions,
2010, girls can ask those same families and friends to
while adults only keep track of the money once change is
make a “nut promise” – and commit to a product order.
given and the sale is complete.
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Making Friends
When a girl is a Girl Scout, she doesn’t wait for ‘one day.’ She’s prepared to be someone today. She’s ready to make a difference. She’s ready to be a leader. From the earliest age, a Girl Scout learns she has a voice and she learns how to use it, not just to better herself, but to better her community as well. Register your daughter as a Girl Scout today at girlscoutsjs.org/register or call (800) 785-2090.
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