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Sign Up Now for New Leader Weekend |
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Attention new troop leadership volunteers! Do you have three years of experience or less? Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois is excited to offer a new, fun, and inspiring training opportunity - New Leader Weekend! Join us for a weekend full of troop leadership and management training at Camp Torqua on September 27-29.
This training offers our Camping Out, Archery, and American Red Cross and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid certification courses, as well as orientation training on our Fall Product Program and Cookie Program, troop travel, Girl Scout traditions, and more!
Space is limited, so follow the button below to register now! The cost is $25, which includes overnight accommodations at Camp Torqua, plus an additional $36 if taking the CPR/AED/First Aid training. |
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Our United We Lead Gala on Sept. 6 Offers New Silent Auction Opportunity |
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Envision greatness as we gather for our premier event to benefit Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois! Our United We Lead Gala will be on Friday, Sept. 6 at The Leclaire Room in Edwardsville. The evening will feature dining and drinks, exciting auction items, inspiring speakers, music by Mel Goot, and much more!
NEW! Can't make the event? You can still support Girl Scouts during our silent auction! Bidding will open on Sept. 3 at 9 a.m. and close on Sept. 6 at 9:45 p.m. Watch for our bidding link to be shared soon. Winners do not need to be present to receive their prize - items can be picked up from our office and certificates can be mailed. |
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Check Out Upcoming Registration Events |
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As the new school year approaches, so does another year of Girl Scouts! Oct. 1 is the official first day and volunteers are starting to host registration events now. That way, even more families have the chance to come out and see what our Movement is all about. To add an event to our list, please contact your Community Engagement Manager. |
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Volunteer Role Spotlight: Juliette Adults |
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Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois has so many dedicated volunteers in so many different roles, and we want to highlight and thank volunteers for the work they do in their specific role.
Juliette Adults are mentors to individually registered girls (IRGs), known as "Juliettes." These are caring adults, often parents and caregivers, who support Juliettes on their Girl Scout journey. These volunteers carry out the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and Girl Scout mission. They also strive to make sure their Girl Scout enjoys the amazing opportunities that speak directly to their specific interests such as robotics, Mariners, day camps, council programming, or even partnerships with troops in their area. Juliette Adult Volunteers are essential and impactful to our council. |
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News in Our Council Shop |
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Need Help with back-to-school shopping?
Our Girl Scout Council Shop has a variety of fun and festive items to help finish off your back to school needs. Choose from bags, journals, pencils, pens, stationery items and more! Our selection includes items for youth as well as for adults.
Gear Up for the New Membership Year with Starter Kits
Uniform Starter kits are available at the GSofSI Council Online Shop or in store at our location at #4 Ginger Creek Parkway in Glen Carbon. The starter kit includes sash, vest or tunic along with the Council ID and American Flag patches, Insignia Tab, Membership (level) Pin and World Trefoil Pin. Troop numbers will still need to be purchased separately.
Starting August 19th, any purchase of $60 or more that includes a Uniform Starter kit will receive a free bag ($15 value! ) This promotion is while supplies last, so be sure to get your orders in soon. |
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You don't want to miss these upcoming programs hosted by Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois!
Patch Point: Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge
Spending at least 120 minutes a week in nature is associated with improved mood, focus, and confidence! Enjoy the outdoors with us and participate in the national Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge.
STEM Fest
Daisies-Ambassadors
Sept. 14 from 1-4 p.m.
O'Fallon, IL
Deadline: Sept. 9
Come see what all the buzz is about with STEM!
Zoo-tastic Slumber Safari
Brownies-Ambassadors
Oct. 5-6
St. Louis, MO
Deadline: Sept. 2
Join us for a fun overnight at the St. Louis Zoo! We'll even earn the Night Hike patch.
Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend is Sept. 14-15
Explore your local state parks during the annual celebration! We've collaborated with two state parks in our area for programs, or you can choose your own adventure!
Bird BINGO at Eldon Hazlet State Park
Daisies-Ambassadors
Sept. 14 AND/OR Sept. 15 from from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Carlyle, IL
Deadline: Sept. 3
Giant City Hike
Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Daisies-Ambassadors
Makanda, IL
Deadline: Aug. 26
These are just a few of the exciting opportunities coming soon! Follow the button below to see more. |
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