Listening Post Fall 2015

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GIRL SCOUTS–ARIZONA CACTUS-PINE COUNCIL

FROM THE CEO AND BOARD CHAIR Dear Friends,

Margaret Serrano-Foster, Board Chair and Tamara Woodbury, CEO

Every day we hear about the remarkable things our Girl Scouts are doing--like the girl who persisted and finally reached the top of rock wall on her last day at camp, or the troop who purchased a new flag for the school where they meet, or the girls who spent many of their hot summer hours helping to build a house for a family in need.

We know girls matter and they can change the world for the better. They are already doing so. And that is the essence of our mission; helping girls overcome challenges, explore their talents and develop their leadership potential.

The most essential ingredient in successfully delivering our mission is the thousands of caring, committed adult volunteers. You provide the support, the listening ear, the kind word, the new perspective that helps girls grow emotionally. You create that safe space for girls to try new things, maybe fail, and try again. You open up the world so girls can explore and find their interests. And ultimately thrive.

But our volunteers often don’t see the real impact of their involvement or the true difference they have made in a girl’s life. And often the girls, themselves, don’t recognize what they have gained from Girl Scouts until later. Yet, our alumnae readily give credit to their Girl Scout leader and their troop activities as having an important role in shaping them into the happy, successful women they have become.

Whether you are leading a troop, assisting as parent volunteer, or helping in a neighborhood service unit, please know that you are truly making a difference in girls’ lives. If you are a parent who has not yet offered to help in some way, please step up. There are many large and small ways you can help. And I promise you, you will find fulfillment and perhaps even new friendships along the way.

With love,

Tamara Woodbury, CEO

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Margaret Serrano-Foster, Board Chair

GIRL SCOUTS–ARIZONA CACTUS-PINE COUNCIL

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FROM THE CEO AND BOARD CHAIR

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GIRLS LEADING OUR WORLD

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WOMEN & YOUNG WOMEN OF DISTINCTION AWARDS LUNCHEON

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an annual meeting recap

COUNCIL’S OWN FEATURED BADGE Sandra Day O’Connor Civic Leadership Badge

WHAT’S GOOD?

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SEEN & HEARD

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HOW THE COOKIE CRUMBLES

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troop notes and event highlights earnings used to help others

THE FUN DOESN’T HAVE TO STOP

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A WOMEN AHEAD OF HER TIME

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GET STARTED NOW

alumnae spotlight on Mae Sue Talley

resources for planning your Girl Scout year

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WHY DO YOU VOLUNTEER?

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FALL PRODUCT PROGRAM

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SISTER TO SISTER

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PEEK AT THE PAST

here’s the scoop

with Megan Hernandez over the sea in ‘63

EVERYTHING ELSE

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ADULT VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION LUNCHEON

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AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

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ATTA GIRL!

Silver, Bronze, Religious, Tributes, Grow a Garden a shout out to Linda Parker

LOOKING FORWARD

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CAMPAIGN UPDATE

construction underway at Camp Sombrero

G.L.O.W.

GIRLS LEADING OUR

It’s easy to get caught up in Girl Scout activities—troop and volunteer meetings, community service projects and the cookie program—just to name a few. However, it’s important remember that Girl Scouts is so much more. It’s a movement dedicated to guiding girls to become the women they aspire to be. Women who are confident, courageous and limited only by the size of their dreams. The Girl Scout Movement is brought to life during the Annual Meeting, where Girl Scouts and volunteers celebrate the year’s accomplishments, and set the tone for where the movement and our council is headed.

DESIGN TEAM Seventeen dedicated Girl Scouts met at least once a month from December through April planning all the details for the morning session.

The design team included: Julianna Acero, Caitlynn Barnes, Cassidy Blomberg, Chelsea Divins, Ellie Fessler, Brittanee Hustad, Shea Meacham, Bella Mitchell, Juliette Mitchell, Natalie Ramos, Alyssa Rodriguez, Martha Ryan, Kaylin Smith, Kayleigh von der Wense, Kendra Wardon, Jordan Williams, and Justice Williams.

They began the planning process by creating a set of principles to guide their work. Needless to say, we were impressed! The world would certainly operate a bit more smoothly if we all followed this constitution!

They chose G.L.O.W. – Girls Leading Our World for their theme from their realization that women and girls still face inequality and a lack of leadership opportunities today.

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2015 ANNUAL MEETING

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7 TAKEAWAYS

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2015 ANNUAL MEETING

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Kicking off the day was “Mellifluous,” a trio who performed a remarkable a cappella mix of female empowerment songs. We also had a had a ‘snowball fight.’ What’s that? Everyone wrote a sentence on a piece of paper, crumpled it up, and threw it across the room. Then, people picked up a ‘snowball’ and acted out the sentence. Let’s just say there were some very animated guests. And who could forget the Girl Scout conga line?!

THIS IS NOT YOUR MOTHER’S ANNUAL MEETING.

Or any adult’s Annual Meeting for that matter. For the second year, the meeting was 100% girl-designed and led. Even the way we talk about the meeting is changing.

“There is no longer the dreaded ‘morning session’ of the annual meeting,” said Jordan Williams, Design Team member. This year, the girls helped rename it “The Girl Leadership Session!”

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OUR GIRL SCOUTS HAVE A LOT TO BE PROUD OF.

Not only did girls sell more cookies than ever before, but they broke a Guinness World Record while they did it! Plus, they raised another $550,000 for Camp Sombrero, bringing their overall contribution to $1.1 million. Wow! Let’s not forget that Arizona Cactus-Pine girls are leading Girl Scouts on a national level as well. Six of our girls helped plan the Girl Scout Leadership Institute at the National Convention. Another six girls were delegates at the National Convention!

GIRLS STILL JUST WANNA HAVE FUN…WHILE THEY LEAD!

Board members and Board Development Committee members were WOWED by girls taking the lead!

From Left: Javier Torres, Larry Wulkan, Karilyn Van Oosten, Jennifer Hinkel, Gordon Lewis, Rita Maguire and Tim Castro.

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VOLUNTEERS ARE OUR GREATEST ASSET.

Tamara Woodbury, GSACPC CEO, delivered a powerful message about the deep impact Girl Scouting had on her own life. Then she reminded the adults they are not ‘just a volunteer’ but leaders of a social change movement. “You are changing the lives of the girls you serve…You are the most powerful intervention and the antidote for a very toxic and gender-based society.

Please do not underestimate your contributions to girls, to the council, to this Movement.”

A video recap of the 2016 Girl Leadership Session can be found on our website.

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GIRLS DRAW STRENGTH FROM OTHER FEMALE LEADERS.

We all look up to strong, independent women,” said Brittanee Hustad, Design Team member. “But how do we become one?” she asks in the beginning of the meeting. By the end of the meeting it was clear: First, girls need examples of courageous female leaders, then they need mentorship and support.

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GIRLS HAVE LOTS ON THEIR MIND.

Group dialogue sessions allowed volunteers and girls to explore issues important to girls. Some of the topics were: What’s holding you back from your goals? What challenges have you overcome?

How can we support girls so they can step into leadership roles?

The History Committee was on-hand to share about some of their favorite Girl Scout memorabilia.

DESIGN TEAM CONSTITUTION The Design Team began their planning process by creating a set of principles to guide their work.

Needless to say, we were impressed!

The world would certainly operate a bit more smoothly if we all followed this constitution…

Respect Whatever is said, is meant to be said Be committed to your team Be open-minded Create a safe, confidential space Everybody’s ideas are important Be excited Open-minded communication Be prepared to work hard Have fun Be motivated Prepare for the unknown Go with the flow Don’t hold back Start a revolution

twitter chatter Here’s a peek at what Annual Meeting guests shared on the “twittersphere!” You can join the Girl Scout conversation by following us @gsacpc.

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WHEN GIRLS CARE, THEY TAKE ACTION.

More than 500 attendees watched in awe as the Paradise Valley and Desert Hills Neighborhoods donated 10% of their cookie proceeds to Camp Sombrero, totaling $3,769. Arizona Cactus-Pine board member and Girl Scout alumna, Bessie Payan, was so deeply moved by the troops’ generosity, she agreed to match their donation as a way to honor them!

JOIN THE TEAM! Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors can help lead the 2016 Girl Leadership Session by applying to join the Design Team! Email Amanda at amartin@girlscoutsaz.org to let her know you’re interested.

@MissTashaRenee: What a wonderful experience at the AZ Cactus-Pine Annual Meeting #gsazGLOW @Mellifluous: There are so many girls on fire here today! The excitement in the room was INCREDIBLE #gsazGLOW @bhustad1: Don’t tell me “I can’t,” because I can and will. Just watch me! #gsazGLOW @legendloff98: We need to empower women to go after their dreams and leave behind their fears! #gsazGLOW @kmbflack: Focus on the truth and the passion - value the people and experiences - that is where happiness lies. #gsazGLOW THE LISTENING POST // FALL 2015

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SAVE the DATE

satur day, october 17, 2015 MEET THE 2015 HONOREES Our 2015 Women & Young Women of Distinction luncheon will be held at the JW Marriott Camelback Inn on October 17. The Distinction Awards celebrate girls and women who are recognized leaders among their peers and whose actions have left a lasting impact in their communities. They also share a common bond: their values and leadership started through being a Girl Scout.

For tickets and information, visit girlscoutsaz.org/wywd.

YOUNG WOMEN OF DISTINCTION STEPHANIE BANDA recently graduated from Westview High School, although just five years ago no one would have imagined that possible. Faced with the options of juvenile detention or joining a youth program, Stephanie chose the latter and became a part of a Girl Scout program that drastically changed her life for the better. Stephanie soon became actively involved in her troop activities and last summer, she was chosen to participate in the Oxford Leadership Academy in London. This summer was spent at our camp, Shadow Rim Ranch, where Stephanie helped other young girls grow and thrive.

TESS GROSSMAN is a junior at Tesseract School and is a Girl Scout Ambassador in the Indian Bend neighborhood. She is the co-founder of a creative writing club and competes as a figure skater. Tess recently earned the Girl Scout Gold Award for creating a support group for deaf children, teens and their parents. Born with a profound hearing loss in both ears, and among the first to receive a cochlear implant, Tess has become a leader and advocate for the deaf community. Her unwillingness to be defined by her limitations is both inspiring and courageous.

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JESSICA LYNN PEEBLES has boundless energy for helping her community, having put in more than 200 hours of service for numerous organizations as a junior at Desert Vista High School. She has taken on leadership roles with Thunder Buddies, Special Olympics of Arizona and the American Cancer Society, all while taking honors classes and maintaining a 3.98 GPA. Jessica is currently working on a sustainable energy project for her Gold Award. She plans to study Chemical Engineering in college, and ultimately be able to create products that will help make a difference in the world.

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WOMEN OF DISTINCTION SHANNON GOLDWATER is the founder of Feeding Matters, a nonprofit organization dedicated to conquering pediatric feeding struggles. The organization’s online platform allows families to share advice and support, and provides education for medical professionals. Last year, they served over 48,000 people from 89 different countries with education, research and referrals. Importantly, Feeding Matters is increasing the awareness and understanding of how feeding struggles impact a child’s social, emotional, developmental, and medical well-being.

VERMA PASTOR has been actively involved with her community for more than 40

years. She is a former educator in the elementary school system and former Director of the State Bilingual Education Program. Verma currently serves on the Arizona Sports Authority Board and the Phoenix Aviation Advisory Board, as well as having served on the Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Board. Verma’s commitment has continued long after her board tenure, as she remains engaged in the Council’s efforts to ensure that every girl in Arizona who wants to be a Girl Scout may do so.

JULIA PATRICK is the publisher and founder of Frontdoors News, Food & Flourish, The Wedding Chronicle and Great Wine News. Julia tirelessly works with nonprofit organizations, community leaders, business owners and philanthropists to help build a stronger community here in Arizona. This led her to create the Arizona Nonprofit Academy, an organization that champions sustainable approaches to philanthropy through leadership and a collaborative connectivity to Arizona’s nonprofit community. An Arizona native, Julia was also a Girl Scout in the Arizona Cactus-Pine Council.

GET TO KNOW THE EVENT CHAIR It takes heaps of dedication and hard work to plan the Women & Young Women of Distinction luncheon, and we can’t do it without the generous leadership of our Event Chair, JoEllen Lynn. JoEllen stays super busy in her role as the Public and Community Affairs Director at Fry’s. We really appreciate her taking on this responsibility as a volunteer this year.

JOELLEN LYNN Council: Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Years as a girl member: 3 girl scout accolades: Accepted the 2013 Promise Award on behalf of Fry’s. girl scout volunteer positions: Troop leader for 5 years, 2014 WYWD honoree selection chair, 2015 WYWD event chair Why do you choose to serve Girl Scouts?

What was your favorite thing about being a Girl Scout?

My Girl Scout leader made me feel special and talented. I also read the Girl Scout Handbook from

As a troop leader, I enjoyed camping, cookouts and seeing my girls grow into successful, caring women who give back to the community. I am so proud of all of them!

What’s next for you?

I want to inspire others to be leaders in their community and

give back. Volunteering gives us the opportunity to grow in so many ways, while at the same time helping others. At work, it helps to develop strong teams. In my personal life, I want to make sure my grandchildren actively volunteer to help them to grow into healthy, caring adults. They regularly join me on my volunteer outings and keep coming back.

This makes them realize how fortunate they are and see firsthand the impact that one caring individual can make.

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I believe in the Girl Scouts mission.

Girl Scouts helps girls and young women develop healthy self-esteem and confidence. The Girl Scouts honored at WYWD amaze me and give me faith in our future leaders.

It’s one of my favorite events!

cover-to-cover, over-and-over again.

I wanted to earn every badge in the book. It was probably the most worn-out handbook ever.

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SEEN & HEARD

Many Girl Scouts participated in the Girl Scouts for Engineering Awareness and Retention Day (GEAR) hosted by Arizona State University. Cadettes of TROOP 362 received a certificate for taking on challenging engineering activities like building, designing and testing mechanical devices.

It’s official! We’ve made history! GSACPC received the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD certificate. OFFICIALLY AMAZING.

WHAT’S GOOD

As part of earning their Philanthropy Brownie badge, TROOP 1667 invited TROOP 1750 to collect change to feed orphaned children from around the world through ricebowls.org. The girls ended up collecting $168.55 and sent it to South America, Africa, India and the Philippines!

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Girl Scouts and their moms celebrated MOTHER’S DAY the Girl Scout way! They enjoyed a delicious brunch, a performance

by MARIACHI LUZ DEL SUR, fun activities and special gifts. A big thank you to Roosevelt School District who helped make the event a success! << INDEPENDENT GIRL MEMBERS celebrate

a special moment as they recognize accomplishments and renew their commitment to Girl Scouting at the bridging/ rededication ceremony.

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SEEN & HEARD

Alissa and Sadie from TROOP 2293 earned their Girl Scout Silver Award by sewing 450 book markers for the summer reading program at Apache Junction Public Library.

Girl Scouts worked on their soccer skills in a clinic with the ARIZONA UNITED SOCCER CLUB team captain, Rob Valentino.

That night, the Arizona United Soccer Club team defeated the Austin Aztex while the girls watched!

SHARE YOUR STORY! Email troop notes to stories@girlscoutsaz.org to be featured in the next issue! ■ >> For Earth Day, Daisies and Brownies from TROOP 2024 put their green thumbs to great use! They created a beautiful recycled tire flower garden and planted it with tomatoes, peppers and flowers.

and donated bedtime bags full of blankets, stuffed animals, pajamas, coloring books, books, and flip flops to a foster care program at Arizona Department of Child Safety. And, they received a surprise thank you letter from Governor Doug Doucey’s office!

Girl Scouts + Engineering = Awesome! The PALO VERDE NUCLEAR POWER BADGE workshop helped Girl Scouts learn

about some amazing aspects of engineering. Girls explored interactive exhibits and participated in fun group activities.

This was made possible in part by APS and their Palo Verde Nuclear Power Plant.

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WHAT’S GOOD

DAISY/BROWNIE TROOP 2769 assembled

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HOW THE COOKIE CRUMBLES EARNINGS USED TO HELP OTHERS

The Cookie Program is a learning experience, giving girls the chance to learn and practice goal setting, business ethics, money management, decision making and people skills. There is also another significant learning opportunity: Girls learn civic engagement through giving back to their community. Whether they use their cookie earnings to fund a service project close to their hearts, or donate cookies to a charity through Gift of Caring, Girl Scouts are gaining hands-on experience in service and philanthropy. GO GIRLS!

TROOP 1252 used a portion of their

cookie earnings to give back to Oasis Elementary School, where they have held their meeting for the past five years. To say thank you, they presented new flags to the school!

Inspired by their love of animals, TROOP 1213 used a portion of their cookie proceeds to help refurbish Friends for Life Animal Rescue. The girls purchased storage items for the shelter’s pet supplies, volunteer and fundraising equipment, and a new table and chairs.

This creative troop combined Gift of Caring with a service project!

The girls donated 71 boxes of cookies to Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank and decorated more than 60 bags with thoughtful Easter messages. The bags were later used to hand out Easter hams to people in need. Way to go TROOP 854!

The Apache Junction Senior Center enjoyed 44 boxes of cookies donated by TROOP 216.

These Girl Scouts also donated another 27 boxes to the Council Gift of Caring. Thanks girls!

TOP 5 TROOPS

WHAT’S GOOD

TROOP 45 used their cookie

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Gift of Caring for the most daring!

TROOP 527 presented the local heroes at Fire Station 42 with some sweet treats.

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proceeds to help support families at the Time Out Shelter in Payson, a place for survivors of domestic violence and their children to live.

The troop purchased household supplies such as toilet paper, towels and hygiene items for women who were transitioning out of the shelter and into their new homes.

IN COOKIE SALES Troop 436 South Mtn

15,955 pkgs

Troop 1044 Shadow Mtn 12,089 pkgs Troop 1096 Mesa

10,560 pkgs

Troop 1347 La Promesa

10,485 pkgs

Troop 4009 Laveen

10,424 pkgs

EVEN THOUGH SUMMER CAMP IS OVER,

THE FUN DOESN’T HAVE TO STOP! Another summer gone, but our campers had the time of their lives creating memories, making new discoveries, developing lifelong friendships and learning new skills. Camping doesn’t have to end, just because summer has.

Troops can book encampments year-round at our three resident camps: Willow Springs, Camp Maripai and Shadow Rim Ranch. To schedule your mini-camp session, email encampments@girlscoutsaz.org.

Experiencing major butterflies before camp.

Discovering the magic that happens around a campfire.

Conquering new heights.

“I’ve missed you, but I’m so sad that camp is over!”

MEET THE GIRL ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS!

ELLIE FESSLER Girl Scout Ambassador

4th year serving on the board

Girl Scout Ambassador

3rd year serving on the board

Brittanee Hustad began Girl Scouts in kindergarten and is now an Ambassador in Troop 0082. She is currently working on her Gold Award project, “Stifle the Silence,” having previously earned both the Bronze and Silver awards. A senior at Shadow Mountain High School, Brittanee is a member of the choir and the swim and dive teams. She was recognized as a GSACPC Young Woman of Distinction in 2014.

NATALIA RAMOS Girl Scout Senior

1st year serving on the board

MARTHA RYAN Girl Scout Senior

1st year serving on the board

Natalia Ramos is a Senior Girl Scout and represented GSACPC as a delegate at the 2014 National Council Session in Salt Lake City. A sophomore at Perry High School, she has served on the student government and volunteered more than 175 hours to her community. Natalia serves as a mentor for younger children at her church and has a passion for working with adults developing disabilities.

Martha Ryan joined Girl Scouts in kindergarten and is currently a Senior Girl Scout. A junior at Xavier College Preparatory, Martha is part of the crew team, actively participates in the “Girls Have IT Day” STEAM program, and belongs to multiple other clubs while also excelling in her academics. She has earned her Bronze award and has given more than 150 hours of service over the past three years.

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WHAT’S GOOD

BRITTANEE HUSTAD

Ellie Fessler is an Ambassador in Troop 3038 and has been a Girl Scout since kindergarten. After earning her Bronze and Silver awards, and she is now working her Gold Award project, focusing on preventing injuries from furniture toppling over. A senior at Xavier College Preparatory, she serves as a girl advisory member so she can “voice the view of a Girl Scout in the decisions that are being made.”

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MAE SUE TALLEY A Woman Ahead of Her Time And one problem seemed to lead her to another.

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t age 91, the only thing that slows Mae Sue Talley down is her knees. The cause? She says it was playing too much tennis with Sandra Day O’Connor, when they both lived and worked in Washington, D.C. That’s probably not the only reason. Mae Sue Talley simply isn’t one to sit on the sidelines and watch. She’s in the game, often making the rules.

With two older brothers to guide her, and a mother who told all her children that they could do anything they wanted to, with concentration, work and study, she grew up not realizing the restrictions placed on women in the late 1930s and 1940s.

WHAT’S GOOD

“I was not of the belief that women had a place and they stayed in it. I just went on to do things that interested me.”

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What she found was that solving problems interested her and she was good at it. “I was always encouraged by my family to take on new problems and do them. It has always been my talent throughout life to solve problems.”

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phase with the same motivation as in the design phase until they had confidence that the ejection seat would work. The Air Force acknowledged their success with a 25 year patent, or priority rights, on their ejection seat design.

From there the company grew.

During the Korean War, she was chair of the Red Cross blood program in Hamden, Conn. With so many casualties, blood was desperately needed. “We came up with the idea of having mobile units go to the factories.“ Many It was time for the family to move of these factories were building here from Connecticut. But this aircraft. From led to the next her visits, problem: her two she learned children were a that there year ahead of their was a major classmates at Kiva problem with Elementary School, the newly at a time when introduced skipping grades was jet planes. not advocated.

Pilots This is how Phoenix couldn’t eject Country Day safely out of School came into Ejection seat. these planes. being in 1961. The She kept tossing this problem Talleys purchased 10 acres of over in her mind. It was a land and designed and built challenge she wanted to take on. the classrooms. Explaining the Her husband was all for it and advantages of a preparatory agreed to help her. So in 1949, school was difficult, but they they started Talco Engineering found a dozen families to join in a small garage and hired them. With the help of the engineering graduate students headmaster from their children’s from Yale to help. After lots of school in Connecticut, teachers hard work, they came up with an were interviewed and hired. The ejection seat that the Air Force school opened with just a few thought had promise. But now it grades, but expanded each year needed extensive testing. as the student body grew.

The warm, dry climate and open spaces brought them to Arizona, where they set up a small factory in Mesa across from land they leased from the Pima-Maricopa tribe. She and the Yale graduate students dove into the testing

Mae Sue had been a Girl Scout as a girl in Virginia. “I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of my membership,” she said. “We were a very congenial group and fairly accomplished young people who liked doing the crafts and the

ALUMNAE SPOTLIGHT projects that Girl Scouts offered.”

So once Phoenix Country Day School was established, she decided to start a Girl Scout troop for her daughter and her friends.

Problem was, she couldn’t find another mother to be co-leader.

Then her son, the older of the two children, agreed to help. “I must say, he was nice looking young teenage gentleman. And when word got out, my troop suddenly began to expand,” she said laughing.

they could do anything, an aspect of Mae Sue’s early life she treasured. “That one troop had a lot of good times. And those girls stay in touch, I hear.”

Meanwhile, Mae Sue took on other challenges. Talley Industries had purchased the Arizona Biltmore Hotel in 1973. Then 10 days later, while installing a sprinkler system to bring the building up to code, a fire started from a welding torch.

It took hold fairly quickly and the damage was It was the extensive. early 60s.

Although The girls some wanted loved going to tear the on field trips. hotel down Construction crew added a daisy to Mrs. Talley’s The Hole-in- hardhat to celebrate completion of the Biltmore. and build the-Rock at something Papago Park was a favorite. “We’d more modern, Mae Sue and her cook those dinners in a can and husband’s vision of restoring it have dinner while the sun was prevailed. setting. There wouldn’t be anyone else around. I’ll always remember There was a large convention Sally Goldwater standing on booked for September which the rock, arms raised to the sky, meant they had 90 days to saying, ‘Thank you, God. This is refurbish and restore the hotel. living!’”

Mae Sue began working with Taliesin and found the original Her troop also planted trees, building drawings and the molds learned to build fires and bandage for the decorative concrete wounds. The girls gained a sense blocks in their archives. These were a huge help.

Long time friends, Mrs. Mae Sue Talley and Justice Sandra Day O’Connor.

When her husband suddenly passed away in 1978 at age 59, she needed a new direction.

She eventually ended up in Washington, D.C., appointed

to the Defense Advisory Commission for Women in the Service in the Department of Defense (DACOWITS).

Although women were enlisting in large numbers, there was still discrimination. Women could not attend the military academies, nor rise above the rank of sergeant.

Mae Sue Talley and Sandra Day O’Connor had been friends for years. Sandra received an appointment to the same commission and together they took on these challenges.

“We weren’t very popular with the older officers in the defense department. But we said, these privileges should not be given according to gender, but for qualifications.

And we won. We got women into the academies.”

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“Many thought we could not do it, that it was not possible. But we did it,” she said, chuckling. “It was such a treat to open that door and welcome the convention people, right on time.”

Two Arizonans meet Brigadier General Mildred C. Bailey and Major General Jeanne Holm, USAF at a DACOWITS meeting.

Both women were among the first to reach the rank of general.

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WHY DO YOU VOLUNTEER...

WITH GIRL SCOUTS? WE ASKED…YOU ANSWERED! Girl Scouts provides an endless amount of laughter, fun, new experiences and unique opportunities that help girls thrive. Of course, none of this would be possible without our dedicated volunteers. Here’s what some of you told us about why you volunteer:

“I DECIDED TO VOLUNTEER SO I COULD SPEND MORE TIME WITH MY NIECE AND PROVIDE A POSITIVE ROLE MODEL IN HER LIFE.” KRISTINE NEHAMMER Assistant Troop Leader

“I was a Girl Scout growing up. It was, without a doubt, the most positive experience I had and shaped me as an adult.”

NANCY COLLICOTT

Troop Leader, Service Team Member and Council Facilitator

“I believe girls need to be surrounded by women and other girls where they feel safe to try new things and gain life experiences in order to grow and become confident and successful.”

TARA ESSERY Troop Leader

“It’s important that girls get together, do activities, learn new things, help others and learn how to become great women” JUDY BELL,

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“It gives me joy to see the girls learning important things in a fun way.”

NICOLE KIESOW Troop Leader

“IT’S A GOOD EXCUSE TO INTRODUCE NEW THINGS TO MY DAUGHTERS, AND ME, TOO, SOMETIMES!” CAREY POTTER IGM Guide

I love being a Cookie Manager because it’s wonderful to see the girls learn something about money management and goal setting.

Also, I get such a thrill watching girls try out marketing strategies!”

TERESA DEMPSEY Cookie Manager

“My mom led my troop growing up, and now I love paying it forward!”

LORI PAVLOVIC

Troop Leader

YOUR IMPACT AS A VOLUNTEER IS POWERFUL We appreciate the talent, leadership and dedication of all our volunteers. Your caring presence in girls’ lives as they grow and explore is powerful. Having a mentor-like relationship with an adult outside their home helps girls become more resilient, able to face challenges, participate in learning new things and be engaged in school. Thank you for all you do!

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FALL PRODUCT PROGRAM HERE’S THE SCOOP!

WHAT IS FALL PRODUCT PROGRAM?

WHY SHOULD MY TROOP PARTICIPATE?

This council-sponsored program combines educational activities for girls with moneyearning opportunities.

There are lots of great reasons to participate:

»» Start earning troop proceeds to fund a trip or

Girls sell nuts and candy and magazine subscriptions to friends and family, face-toface and through a secure online program.

Girls earn rewards basedon their sales.

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WHAT’S NEW THIS YEAR?

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Two NEW products this year – Honey Mustard Pretzels and Black Forest Trail Mix!

WHEN IS THE SALE? Girls may sell September 14- November 1.

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activities throughout the year! Troops earn $1 on most products sold. Magazine orders or pre-ordered Girl Scout Tins earn $2 per item.

Practice the 5 Skills: Goal Setting, Money Management, Decision Making, People Skills and Business Ethics.

Introduce younger or new girls to a Product Program BEFORE the big Cookie Program!

They’ll be pros by the time cookies roll around!

Council proceeds support camp upkeep, volunteer support, financial assistance and innovative programs.

It’s easy and fun!

Contact your Service Unit Product Manager or the Council website for details on how to get involved!

GIRL SCOUT GEAR FOR A GIRL SCOUT YEAR GET STARTED WITH THESE GIRL SCOUT GOODIES! 1. STARTER KITS

Starter Kits are an efficient way to ensure you have everything you need for your Girl Scout year.

Available for purchase at the Council Shop or online (prices vary). When you purchase a kit, you also get free Girl Scout bag!

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Visit the Council Shop online for more info on Starter Kits and Girl Scout gear!

2. GIFT CARDS

While you’re at the shop, consider picking up a Gift Card or two. They make excellent (time-saving) birthday gifts for the Girl Scouts in your life, and can be used for store purchases, program, and more!

3. NEW OUTDOOR BADGES

JUST FOR YOU

The new Girls’ Choice Outdoor badges – Outdoor Adventurer, Horseback Riding, Archery, Paddling and Ultimate Recreation Challenge are now available at the Council Shop! These badges are extra-special because they were voted on by girls. Badge requirements can be found at: www.girlscoutshop.com/NEW-GIRLS-CHOICEOUTDOOR-BADGES

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sister 2

with SISTER MEGAN HERNANDEZ

DEAR GIRL SCOUT SISTERS,

JUST FOR YOU

Have you ever felt like people don’t think very much of you? Or that ‘because you’re a girl,’ it means you can’t do what everyone else can? I had that feeling my 8th grade year. It was my second year at Alta Loma Elementary and no one really knew me.

However, I am outgoing, so making friends came easy. At the beginning of the year, everything was great—my grades were phenomenal, and I was in many extra-curricular activities. My struggles began when the girls’ volleyball and boys’ football season started. I wasn’t into volleyball, but I liked football.

So I attended the mandatory football meetings and tryouts. At every meeting and every tryout, the boys looked at me funny and kept saying, “Why do we need her? What can she do better than we can?”

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Everyone had low expectations for me during football. My mom wasn’t fond of me trying out either, but I did it anyway. My mom eventually said that I couldn’t be on the team if there were no other girls.

I cried that whole evening. When I told the coach, he was disappointed, but offered me a position as manager and said I could still practice with the team.

I accepted. I played quarterback and defensive line during practice and the coach never went easy on me. Usually he pushed me harder, which I appreciated. School became a struggle. My grades

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were still great, but not many people accepted me for who I was. Boys made fun of me, but in response I always showed them up in practice. However, after the season ended, people had a lot more respect for me.

After football ended, and all the drama and struggles that came with it, I tried out for girls’ basketball and made the team. That’s when people started warming up to me again. I’m now a junior at Peoria High School and I haven’t changed. I’m still me and I don’t let people choose who I am and what I can accomplish. I guess the big picture is this: Don’t let people shrink your dreams. Girls CAN play football and be great at it. Girls CAN follow their dreams and be themselves. Persevere. If you don’t believe in yourself, and people shut you down, it could end badly. So, believe in yourself. Show people what you can do.

Girls are strong. You are strong. Just Be YOU. Best wishes, Megan Hernandez

CAMPAIGN UPDATE CAMPAIGN FOR GIRLS IN ARIZONA CONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY AT CAMP SOMBRERO! Things are moving at Camp Sombrero – literally! In the middle of June, many of the existing plants and trees were excavated and moved to an on-site nursery where they will be cared for until they can be re-planted on the site. This is all part of our conservation plan to respect the natural, thriving desert landscape that exists – an aspect of the project especially important to our girls and volunteers.

Once this vital work was completed, demolition of the ramadas, maintenance building and existing staff house to the west of the lodge occurred. This was followed by rough grading of the 14.5 acre property to balance the site in preparation for the intricate underground infrastructure needed for the future Leadership Center for Girls and Women. This infrastructure includes the storm water management systems, drywells, sewer and utilities needed to maintain a facility of this magnitude. The next step will be setting concrete pier-like structures, which will form the foundation for the elevated cabins and activity centers.

We are delighted to report that construction is going according to schedule and is expected to be completed within 20 months.

Our fundraising efforts are also continuing during the construction phase and have momentum. We’ve raised over $9.6 million to date for The Campaign for Girls, which includes $7.1 million from the philanthropic community, and $2.5 million allocated from council reserves.

LOOKING FORWARD

NEWS FLASH! Just before going to press we received thrilling news:

THE BOB AND RENEE PARSONS FOUNDATION have invested in our campaign

with a gift of $5 million! What an enormous vote of confidence in our mission and the Campaign for Girls in Arizona.

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GET STARTED NOW

RESOURCES FOR PLANNING YOUR GIRL SCOUT YEAR You’re probably familiar with the basic program structure of Girl Scouts: Girls complete a series of activities that help them discover their skills and talents, connect with others, and take action in the community. Throughout this process, girls earn badges and complete Leadership Journeys. But, did you know there are other ways to enrich girls’ experiences in Girl Scouts? Here are a few resources to help you do just that!

CONNECT WITH GIRL SCOUT COMMUNITY PARTNERS! GSACPC partners with organizations from all over Arizona! Partners often offer discounts, special events and programs for Girl Scouts. Contact these organizations to schedule visits with your troop or as an individual. The full list of our program partners can be found at girlscoutsaz.org/programpartners. TIP: Call ahead!

»» Childsplay offers multiple “Scout Days” and workshops tailored to Girl Scouts throughout the year. The workshops align with badge requirements, and include a backstage tour following performances! »» Arizona Science Center makes earning badges super exciting! Girl Scout workshops are offered throughout the year, and always include hands-on science activities and fun. »» The Lowell Observatory is a national attraction for a reason—because it’s awe-inspiring! Even better, this partner goes out of their way to ensure Girl Scouts have programs tailored to their age and ability.

ATTEND A COUNCIL PROGRAM! Council programs are exactly what they sound like—programs hosted by your Council! These programs are open to individual Girl Scouts, Independent Girl Members and troops. A full calendar of Council programs can be found at girlscoutsaz.org/events.

GIVE BACK THROUGH SERVICE! Part of being a Girl Scout is learning to become civically engaged. One way to do that is through volunteering. For service project ideas and a list of places you can volunteer, visit girlscoutsaz.org/programpartners. Here are some tips to keep in mind:

»» Go local! Volunteer at a local foodbank, retirement community or animal

shelter. »» The best way to learn about volunteer opportunities is to call an organization and ask what they need. »» Complete a Girl Scout Bronze, Silver or Gold Award! These awards require girls to execute a sustainable service project that addresses a problem in their community. Learn more about the awards at girlscoutsaz.org/awards

WHAT’S GOOD

EDUCATE YOURSELF WITH ADULT LEARNING

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If you are a Daisy, Brownie or Junior troop leader, check out the new Volunteer Toolkit at http://bit.ly/GSACPCVolunteerToolkit. It’s a super simple way to plan your meeting schedules, Journeys and activities. The toolkit for Cadette leaders will be available shortly!

If you’re a parent wanting to learn more about Girl Scouts as a whole – traditions, volunteer roles, the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, etc., then take a look at Girl Scouts 101 at http://bit.ly/GSACPConlinelearning. More adult learning opportunities can be found on the event calendar at girlscoutsaz.org/events!

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SONGFEST 2015

grades K-8 | October 17 | $8 Phoenix College

This will be a HUGE gathering of Girl Scouts, coming together to sing their favorite camp songs, and learn new ones!

DISCOVER WOMEN IN MUSIC grades 4-12 | November 14 | $13 Musical Instrument Museum

Explore women in music from around the world with a selfguided tour. Attend the “Women in Musical Careers” session and learn from local women in musicrelated professions about what it took to reach their goals.

GIRL SCOUT DAY @ THE ZOO grades K-8 | December 20 Phoenix Zoo

Experience one of Phoenix’s best attractions, Girl Scout style!

Special activities aligned with Girl Scout recognitions will guide you as you learn about animals and their habitats, the environment and conservation efforts.

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commissions during her time in Washington, D.C., including work with USAID, USID, and the ExportImport Council. She also served on a number of national boards, including the National Ballet and National Symphony.

“Our nation can only be successful if all citizens understand how our democratic system works and get involved in it. The only way that can happen is through civic education for each new generation.”

Finally, it was time to return to Phoenix, where she continues to solve problems. She’s currently working with a friend on issues facing women veterans. “It’s the same old story. They do not get the treatment that the male veterans do.”

Mae Sue Talley gives her mother much credit. But it’s the advice she received from Eleanor Roosevelt, to “have an educated, but compassionate heart” that has stayed with her throughout her life.

–Justice O’Connor in a letter written to GSACPC

“I think if you can remember that and keep it as a guideline, you’ll be happy with your life. And I certainly have been,” she said and smiles. ■

And now, Girl Scouts can learn first-hand about Justice O’Connor’s legacy with the Sandra Day O’Connor Civic Leadership Badge.

UNSURE HOW TO USE THE COUNCIL’S ONLINE EVENT CALENDAR?

COUNCIL’S OWN

featured badge

Sandra Day O’Connor Civic Leadership Badge

Get more information about Council’s Own badges at girlscoutsaz.org.

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FEATURED

It’s easy! Go to girlscoutaz.org and click on “Events” near the top of the page. You’ll get a list of upcoming Council programs in date order.

To see the same information in calendar format, click on “Event Calendar” in the menu on the lefthand side of that page. For detailed information and a link to registration, click on the program that interests you. There’s also an “Advanced Search” option you can access from the Event List page, allowing you to sort programs by keyword, region, date, program level (Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, or Ambassador), and/or program category. Our calendar includes Council-sponsored programs and many of those offered by our program partners around the state.

Check it out and find a fun activity for you or your troop. We have lots to offer!

To earn the badge, girls participate in interactive activities to teach them about the U.S. Supreme Court, Arizona’s government and laws, and women’s suffrage. Girls also learn about Justice O’Connor’s legacy, civic principles and what it means to be an active citizen in their community.

Throughout the process, girls reflect on Justice O’Connor’s upbringing, her challenges and accomplishments, and her political impact.

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PEEK at the PAST OVER THE SEA IN ‘63

JUST FOR YOU

Eighth grade is a time when a lot of girls think about quitting Girl Scouts. That’s what I had planned to do until our two leaders, Betsy Smith and Nadine Hodell, ambushed us with an incredible offer—if our troop stuck together through high school, we could earn our way to six weeks of bicycling through Europe. We would stay at youth hostels in seven different countries and even spend

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an evening singing with Scouts from around the world at Our Chalet in the Swiss Alps. The plan required that we continue with all the service and leadership obligations that scouting involves and that we would hold fundraising events to finance one-third of the trip. I still have one of the balance sheets, which included cookie, calendar, and stationery sales, punch sales at THE LISTENING POST // FALL 2015

swimming pools, bottle cap returns, and Green Stamps receipts. Pancake breakfasts and spaghetti dinners before football games were the biggest contributors to our growing kitty.

The best part of this idea was not the trip to Europe, which occurred in 1963.

None of us had been to Europe, so going there was a fabulous, fun and an eye-opening adventure. We sang at Our Chalet and we met lots of young travelers from all over, in addition to seeing famous sites. But the most important and long-lasting result of this effort was the bond our troop developed over those high school years. We hosted parties, went primitive camping, and acted in the annual variety show, all with the help of our troop leaders. Scouting became the “in” thing to do in our high school – girls often asked to join our troop, and of course none of us thought of quitting.

Somehow, because of scouting, the 18 members of our troop mostly evaded the angst that often pervades high school. We all knew that we had an attractive and enviable goal, and we had each other.

The friendships that grew out of that experience have been strong enough to

bring us together at every class reunion since high-school graduation. In 2013, one of our members suggested that we should celebrate the 50th anniversary of “Over the Sea in ’63,” and nearly every member of the troop reassembled.

Today, we are teachers, managers, counselors, social workers, a professor, an actress and a nun. We marched, as we had in high school, in the Memorial Day parade. We wore green shirts made for the occasion and had a cake made in honor of our two leaders.

Both Nadine and Betsy stayed in touch over the years until each passed away.

They left us, aging baby boomers now, more appreciative than ever for their tremendous leadership and the joy they helped us find in our ongoing fellowship.

– Marie Provine, Professor Emerita, Justice & Social Inquiry, ASU

For their 50th anniversary, Troop 263 marched in the Memorial Day parade, just as they had as Girl Scouts.

VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION LUNCHEON Volunteers are the heartbeat of Girl Scouts, and their dedication and commitment is critical in providing the Girl Scout experience to any girl who wants it. Their efforts were honored April 25 at the Volunteer Recognition Luncheon.

APPRECIATION PIN

THANKS BADGE II

This pin is given to those whose service is outstanding, going above and beyond the expectations of their position. The recipients have a deep level of commitment to building girls of courage, confidence and character, which is evident in their work. These volunteers have designed girl and volunteer training programs, significantly increased girl membership and played integral roles during the 2015 cookie season.

Girl Scouts has immeasurable gratitude and respect for them.

This award recognizes volunteers who continue to contribute to the Girl Scout Movement in extraordinary ways through their years of service. It is given to those who have already received the Thanks Badge.

Buzz currently serves in the Ahwatukee Buz Philliber Service Unit, but began her Girl Scout journey as a Camp Counselor in Oregon. She has held multiple positions, from volunteer trainer to troop leader. Today, she travels state-wide to pass on her skills to other GS volunteers.

2014-2015 MEMBER NUMERALS The service year recognition is given to adults, acknowledging the number of years spent as a member of Girl Scouts. This includes membership as a girl. not pictured: Shirley Biber (60 years), Mary Louise Spikerman (60 years), Judi Melott (65 years)

40 YEARS

Amanda Belliveau

45 YEARS

Deborah Dyer

Carol Gorslin

Carolyn Hawkins

Lyle Sharp

55 YEARS Melanie Gibson

Nicole Keniston

Pat Fugate Jennifer Miller

Samantha Smith

Lisa Vaughn

60 YEARS

Dolores Grotts

Joan Wann

70 YEARS

Edith Jordan

Patricia Sowers

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Katie LaTouf

Irene Gramza

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RECOGNITIONS girl scout

BRONZE award

The Girl Scout Bronze Award is the highest honor a Girl Scout Junior can achieve. A girl and her troop find and research a problem in their community. They plan a Take Action Project that addresses the root cause of the problem, and ultimately make a positive difference in the community. In the process, girls develop confidence, meet new people and build relationships with their Girl Scout sisters.

There were 250 girls who earned their Bronze Award between January 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 5, 2015. Way to go girls!

Reminder: To purchase the Bronze Award pin or patch, a Bronze Award Take Action report must be submitted online. After submitting the report (www.girlscoutsaz.org/awards), you will receive a confirmation. You must present this confirmation to the Council Shop staff in order to make your purchase.

Troop 116

Jenna Alcantar

Olivia Armendarez Elliana Bernal Ashley Brown Alyssa Diaz Amaya Felix Amika Henson Zoey Johnson Yuna Kang Kimberly Lundquist Adenira Marquez Sofia Mayberry Sierra Mitchell Victoria Negrete Gizelle Retamal Luccia Rich Miranda Sanchez Lauryn Schumann Samantha Torres Emma Weber

Troop 151

Zoe Daniels

Alexia Ferniza Ariah Johnson Talyssa Larson Grace Long Elena Martinez Isabella Moyte Elizabeth Parker Ashley Speers Sara Speers

Troop 159

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Kaylee Barnett

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Abigail Craig Hailee Greear Briana Stroum Troop 425

Sophia Abelman

Kaylee Collins Kelsey Kurtz Annalyssa Lee

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Haley Woods Riley Woods Troop 485

Elaine Apple

Madison Bridgewater Alesandra Reyes Ruah Seeders Mary Zettlemoyer

Troop 489

Mackenzee Acevedo

Jewel Baker Severiana del Toro Natalie Edgington Ariella Elias Aliyah Freshley Ariana Gonzales Brooklyn Ignacio Rachel Lemons Kennedy McCollum Taylor McLane Allison Menger Marissa Miranda Sophia Moreno Seara Pitton-Rocha Sarah Powers Nadia Range Chloe Roberts Sarah Roberts Jadyn Smith Eva Tellez Sarah Tirado

Troop 559

Kate Arnold

Emily Goldberg Katherine Schultz Ella Williams Isabella Zerelli Emily Kiener Troop 686

Jessica Alexander Amaunty LaCour

Sydney Ochoa Mattie Shumaker Paige Shurman Emma Sugden

Lauren Pierik Lauren Tucker Hanna Weaver

Troop 890

Keira Christensen

LaDavia Brown

Aurora Harrington Troop 935

Alison Graham Mandi Kosmack Hanna Neubauer Talina Polis Troop 951

Hannah Coyle Kylie Douwstra Kyleigh Ganz Kayden Jarnagan Alexa Medina Daisy Motes Molly Nonnemacher Madison Wagner Lexi Woolsey Troop 999

Leilani Benetiz

Katherine Byrd Olivia Carlton Grace Dunn Elena Flores Katie Tuchi Ella Wilmink Claire Zangerle

Troop 1079

Hailey Bates

Madison Beall Sophia Navarette Riley Sorensen Sophia Tassinari Troop 1122

Charlotte Moenich

Sydney Nelson

Troop 1243

Madigan Fredette-Roman Ellie Martin Rylee Searcy Troop 1247

Livia Early Samantha Gonzalez Trinity Green Olivia Hauser Isabella Janette Marin Pearson Ivana Villavicencio

Troop 1395

Amelia Carter

Dharma Cossey Hannah DiGiovine Gabriela Evans Hannah Fixman Challen Latham Anna Lewis Lauren Malmstrom Marissa Maser Simone Meinerz Lily Quintanar Molly Wickesberg

Troop 1572

Morgan Limon

Isabella Torres Sage White

Troop 1772

Tatianna Bartee

Caitlin Devereux Kailey Dittman Annabelle Fisher Amanda Padgett Itzel Rubalcava Chloe Strachan Carol Ann Taylor McKenna Watson Ariana Williams Isabella Williams

Troop 1775

Kaitlyn Broadwell

Jenna Broadwell Rooke Carlson Grace Dohrmann Kayla Hansen Ryanna Johnson Alexis Nelson Calista Rybicki Makayla Treece Abby Walberg

Troop 1825

Rachael Francisco

Whitni Griffen Alexandra Gutierrez Hailey Hixon Sara Patrick Marisella Paulson Jessika Perrott Katelynn Wellington Madison Wohrman Troop 1832

Troop 1656

Rebecca Bopp Tatum Estrada Samantha Morse

Kate Newman Ava Pace Miranda Vail Angelina Vargas

Hailey Adams

Olivia LaFleur

Troop 1862

Kate Beaver Megan Finder

Emma Forrest Cayton Hale Jessica Rahamim Isabella Siniscalchi Ashten Sink Arden Wallace

Natali Sloan Alaina Tesarek Jillian Urrea Jasmine Zehn Troop 2027

Kalea Gray Sara Nomodowski Jaeden Wolff Kathryn Woolery

Madalyn Adams Emma Cain Tiffany Erickson Jenny Gonzalez Cassandra Robarge Aubrey Shields Isabella Thompson

Troop 1967

Troop 2036

Troop 1880

Kennedy Abril

Iesis Auer

Alison Eberhart Ciana Laughter Mercy Skinner

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award

Independent Girl Member

Noel Braudt Troop 231

Kaitlyn Moorehead

Isabel Sera Rachel Turner Troop 614

Shannon Maloney Troop 728

Kori Berra

Hannah Caccavale Tatum Folkestad Ariya Gonzales Julia Gorman

Dina Gorman Taylor Jacot Alanna Johnson Madison Maya Emma Rogoveanu Ella Smith Troop 2222

Sabrina Black

Carrie Hogg Elora Irwin Jamie Kaltenbach Samantha Koch Kira Lund Emaly Newell Cheyanne Poole Grace Zanowick

Troop 2224

Kylee Foster

Brenna Fulton Rori Gosiak Lexie Nordhoff Isabella Piwowar Troop 2294

Grace Kimmel Troop 2626

Aaliyah Campbell

Reese Carpenter Jennifer Hyman Isabella Jones Gillian Krebs Sofia Payne Caroyn Pugh

Lilly Roseburrough Lily Sherman Troop 2798

Bailey Alex Makenna Cain Haylee Cole Evelyn Fisher Bailey Hall Ella Hartley Chloe Hawkins Branwyn Hubbard Jaya Krishnaswamy Tyler Nettles Emma Rueber

The highest award a Girl Scout Cadette can earn, the Silver Award, gives a girl the chance to show that she is a leader who is organized, determined, and dedicated to improving her community. Girls work together in small groups, and each girl is responsible for a part of the project.

On average, girls commit more than 50 hours toward building their team, identifying and researching an issue in their community, creating a plan and putting it into action. We are immensely proud of the 38 girls who earned their Silver Award from January 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 5, 2015!

Kailey MacDonald Julia Williams

Sarah Norton

Troop 995

Katrina Butler

Abigail Crosslin

Stormie Davis Jaeden Fairweather Madelyn Gobel Courtney Golden Sassi Gushee Katie Klotz Troop 1098

Galadriel Coury

Troop 1140 Troop 1321

Alyssa Candioto

Jessica Heinstein Hannah Sarmento Hannah Viquesney Troop 1482

Ayla Arellano

Austin Atkins

Elora Bevacqua Rhiannon Bevacqua Shealyn Odom Deja Truair Katherine Whipple Troop 1593

Troop 2242

Alexis Jones

Lauri Rowe Claire Smith Troop 2293

Alissa Jo Brehm

Sadie Wilkins

Vianney Zamarripa

Troop 3049

Troop 1832

Emily Inserra

Erin Ritter

Troop 2192

Peyton Meyer

To purchase award pins and to have her name included in these lists, submit a Bronze/Silver Award Take Action Project form, available at www.girlscoutsaz.org/awards. Volunteers guiding girls through Bronze/Silver Award Take Action Projects can get all the info they need online at www.girlscoutsaz.org/awards.

Looking for project ideas? Check our board on Pinterest! http://pinterest.com/gsacpc

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DO YOU KNOW A GIRL WHOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COMPLETED HER BRONZE OR SILVER AWARD?

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RECOGNITIONS grow a

GARDEN recognitions

Be recognized for recruiting fellow troop leaders! Grow a Garden encourages current volunteers to help expand Girl Scouts’ volunteer base. Based on the number of troop leaders recruited, the volunteer is honored with a corresponding Daisy pin. (And you thought earning pins was just for girls!) Congratulations and thanks to our latest honorees! If you’d like more info about Grow a Garden, contact Shannon McDonald at shannonmcdonald@girlscoutsaz.org.

Volunteers who have earned the White Daisy pin January 1 – June 4, 2015

Vicki Lasee Renee Bibbins

Amy Wazny Christina Carter

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RELIGIOUS recognitions

Family of God

Jazlynn Armenta

Isabelle Cullum Madison Dennee Valentina Esquerra Nirvana Garcia Wendy Garvey Alinne Granda Katelynn Jamie

TRIBUTES & memorials

I Live My Faith

Marylou Phillips

Chloe Assaker Claire Bowman Sophia Braccio Lea Flores Sophia Gannuscio Jessyla Garcia Jalyn Gryskiewicz

God and Life

Tiffany Flatt God and Me

Kimmrie Flatt Alyssa Perkins

Camille Aguirre

Cienna Jaime Ashley Prendergast Autumn Robidoux Karla Romero Anna Stewart Camryn Swanson Aria Tseffos Charlotte Wylie Emma Zorn

Tributes and Memorials from February 16 – June 16, 2015.

In honor of Maris Fravel

Rowland Carmichael Advisors, Inc.

In memory of Kathryn Cromley

Patricia Holt

Kenneth Cromley Marian Cromley Wrage Margaret E. Cromley

In memory of Jane Merritt

Harriet Redwine

In memory of James Marshall

CBCC Foundation, Inc.

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God and Family

Mercedes Skinner

Want to honor a friend or family member for a birthday or other special occasion, or make a gift in memory of a loved one? Your gift to Girl Scouts may be designated as a tribute or memory of someone special.

Susan de Queljoe

In honor of Cathy Mckee Olesen

Jamie Snether JoAnn Fischetti

Religious recognitions are created by national religious organizations/committees to encourage the spiritual growth of their youth members and reinforce many of the values integral to Girl Scouting. Each faith organization develops and administers its own program.

Mia Lopez Haylee Molina Giana Salvador Marina Sepulveda Gabriella Ventura Grace Vullo Ava Wells Joanna Zaragoza

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Stephanie Conner Tammie Bohnker

Volunteers took some time for themselves in August during an adult learning retreat at Shadow Rim Ranch in Payson.

They played games, learned new skills and bonded with fellow volunteers. And you thought camping, activities and making new friends were just for girls!

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MATCH THE INSIGNIA MATCH THE GIRL SCOUT INSIGNIA TO THE CORRECT ITEM ON THE DAISY TUNIC! Wondering where to place the petals on that Daisy uniform? How about those pins on the insignia tab? Don’t fret—this fun activity is a great way for your daughter and you to learn together!

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American Flag Patch Cookie Business Leaves Cookie Sale Activity Pins Daisy Insignia Tab Financial Literacy Leaves Girl Scout Council Identification Set Girl Scout Daisy Membership Pin Journey Award Badges Journey Summit Award Pin Membership Stars and Discs My Promise, My Faith Pins Petal and Promise Center Set Safety Award Pin Troop Numerals World Trefoil Pin

PRO TIPS 1. Participation patches and pins can only be worn on the back of the uniform. answers 1. American Flag Patch 2. Girl Scout Council Identification Set 3. Troop Numerals 4. Membership Stars and Discs 5. Cookie Sale Activity Pins 6. My Promise, My Faith Pins 7. Safety Award Pin 8. Petal and Promise Center Set 9. Financial Literacy Leaves 10. Daisy Insignia Tab 11. World Trefoil Pin 12. Girl Scout Daisy Membership Pin 13.

Journey Summit Award Pin 14. Cookie Business Leaves 15. Journey Award Badges

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ATTA GIRL!

2. The Daisy petals can be placed on the uniform in any order.

3. On the vest version of the Daisy uniform, the Daisy flower is worn on the right, or “heart” side of the vest.

LINDA

LINDA PARKER, a Girl Scout Troop Leader in Holbrook, AZ, is

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teaching Troop 151 the importance of community involvement. She understands that active participation in community service helps to build a strong community network. She encourages girls to explore, ask questions and get involved! Her troop had an exciting year filled with volunteering countless hours in the community, completing two Leadership Journeys and earning their Bronze Award. Thank you, Linda, for your dedication to Girl Scouting!

Are you or someone you know doing something good? Send your submissions (photos welcome) with the subject “Atta Girl!” to stories@girlscoutsaz.org.

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9/14

FALL PRODUCT PROGRAM

pre-orders: Sep 14-25; sale dates: Sep 14 – Nov 1

10/17

11/17

COOKIE CONFERENCE @ GCU

Get ready for Cookies 2016 with a full day of learning!

WOMEN & YOUNG WOMEN OF DISTINCTION

Join Girl Scouts at a silent auction and luncheon to honor current and former Girl Scouts and community members who have made Arizona a better place. For more info and to register, visit girlscoutsaz.org/wywd.

11/22

GIRL SCOUT DAY W/ THE CARDINALS

4/16

ANNUAL MEETING

Celebrate girls and the amazing future that lies ahead of them! The meeting will be held at Chateau Luxe in Phoenix. More details at girlscoutsaz.org.

1/18 – 2/28

COOKIES!

After setting a Guinness World Record, we’re ready for another exciting season!

4/8 or 4/29

JAMBOREE

Experience a Girl Scout campout with an emphasis on STEM! April 8-10 at Roper Lake State Park or April 29 – May 1 at Dead Horse Ranch State Park.

satur day, october 17, 2015 Join us for a memorable celebration of the women and young women of our community who are making our world a better place.

Please RSVP by October 9, 2015 at www.girlscoutsaz.org/wywd