04-03-08 Edition of ENEWS

 

Make plans NOW to attend the 2008 Awards Banquet on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Drusilla Seafood Restaurant. The deadline to register is tomorrow, Friday, April 4th. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to celebrate our Gold and Silver Award Girl Scouts, as well as, your fellow Girl Scout volunteers as they are recognized for their contributions to the girls and the council. To register, click here to print out a form to complete, then, fax it back to the council office at 927-8402. See you there!

• The office and shop will close on Thursday, April 24th, 2008 from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm for the monthly staff meeting. Both the office and shop will reopen at 12:00 pm for regular business.
• The Council Shop will be CLOSED ON SATURDAYS beginning Saturday, May 31, 2008 and will REOPEN on Saturday, August 9, 2008.
  
  

Interested volunteers who would like to be a part of the Planning Committee for
the joint celebration are asked to contact the Committee co-chairs, Jackie Daniels at JacSDan@aol.com and Perry Sholes at perrysholes@aol.com. You may also contact Anne Trappey at atrappey@forteandtablada.com.

Next scheduled MMT meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 29th at 6:30 pm in the Program Center.

Early Bird Registration Packets are ready and will be distributed at the Service Unit meetings this month. All SU Leaders should contact their Membership Specialist to receive their packets in time for the SU meeting. In order to finalize your Early Bird registration, you need to submit your troop’s financial statement to the council by Monday, June 30, 2008, the deadline for Early Bird Registration. When you submit your Early Bird registration, you and your troop will receive FREE Early Bird patches and a $5 shop coupon! All Girl Scouts who register before the Early Bird deadline of June 30th will be eligible to attend the 2008 Early Bird Extravaganza. The date and location of the event will be announced soon

Come skating with us and bring a friend to show her how much fun
it is to bea GirlScout! The council is hosting a skating party for our Girl Scouts to bring a friend and earn the Add-A-Member Patch.
Click here to find out all the details and make plans to attend.

The council needs your help to find our “long lost” Girl Scouts. If you or someone you know were once a Girl Scout as a child or an adult volunteer, we would love to hear from you! We are in the process of developing a local Alumnae Association, and are looking for former and current adult Girl Scouts who would like to be included and/or be a part of the planning. Contact Cathy Pottschmidt at cpottschmidt@girlscoutsaudubon.org, at 927-8946, ext 238, for more information or to become part of the planning.

Amid much laughter and a few tears, the staff and many volunteers said farewell to Alice Johnson, Anne Roberts, and Pam Cavalier, in a luncheon and reception held in her honor on Monday, March 31st in the Program Center. Alice Johnson’s career in Girl Scouts and the Outreach Program spans 30 years. She has been an integral part of bringing the Girl Scout program to underserved girls in our community who might otherwise not had this wonderful leadership opportunity. Over the years she became known to many as “The Girl Scout Lady” and was loved by all who knew her. Anne Roberts shared her many talents with Girl Scouts in a variety of leadership positions as a volunteer for 5 years before joining the staff of Audubon Council in the fall of 1985 in membership, specializing in older girl programs. She moved to Adult Development 5 years later where she trained all of our adult volunteers in “the Girl Scout way.” Her team spirit and leadership skills, along with her infectious smile will be greatly missed! Pam Cavalier first came to Audubon Council as a student worker in 1977 and found herself promoted through the years from Secretary to Registrar, then Customer Service and Shop Manager, where she became the face of Girl Scouts for all of our volunteers. Whenever a volunteered needed anything, Pam could always be counted on to lead the way. She truly found her niche in her work with the volunteers as they came into the shop, and loved this aspect of her job the most. Ladies, congratulations on a job well done! You will be missed!

The upcoming training dates are listed below.

Ceremonies                      April 7                    6pm – 9pm
Leadership/Module I         April 9                    9:30am – 12:30pm
Songs & Games               April 10                  6pm – 9 pm
Module II Daisy                 April 14                  9am – 12pm
Module II Brownie             April 15                  9:30am – 12:30pm
Basic Troop Camping      April 15                  6pm – 9 pm and
                                         April 26-27            9am – 12 noon
Module II Junior                April 16                  9:30am – 12:30pm
Module II Girls 11-17        April 17                  6pm – 9 pm

COOKIES

Girls, you did a fabulous job diligently working towards our cookie goal! You are the heartbeat of our program and we are proud of your dedication to Girl Scouts and each other. Adults, thank you for helping the girls learn many valuable skills from teamwork to management. Your involvement in cookie sales is a necessity in making it a successful Girl Scouts program activity.

• 2 Service Units exceeded their girls selling goal
  • Bluebonnet
  • Woodlawn
• 7 Service Units exceeded their cookie goal
  • Central Park
  • Denham Springs
  • Gonzales
  • Kenilworth
  • Livingston
  • Prairieville
  • Watson
• 6 Service Units exceeded both their girls selling and cookie goal
  • Capital
  • Outreach
  • Sherwood
  • South Highland
  • Walker
  • West Side

Thanks for making this a spectacular season!!

 

Hopefully your troop has had a successful cookie sale activity and is now ready to discuss what is to be done with the money earned. The decision process of how to use troop proceeds is another valuable skill girls learn as they make decisions based on the wants and needs of the troop. Girls should know the amount they earned and discuss how they want to spend it.

 

It’s not too late for girls to complete their requirements for the 2008 Dare to Share Cookie Pins. Show us your stuff—photographs of your team in action, posters that describe your goals or things that you are doing—what you think will tell a story about what you learn and do during the Girl Scout Cookie Activity. Click here for additional information and helpful documents to view and print.

 

Cookie recognitions should be delivered by the beginning of May. Please remember to present these recognitions to your girls as part of the troop’s end of the year activity. Girls and Adult volunteers both deserve a special day to celebrate all of the hard work and dedication that went into making this year’s cookie sale a success! Leaders should contact their Troop Cookie Manager about picking up the girls’ recognitions from the Service Unit Cookie Managers this month.

 

Cookie Competition at La Culinary Institute An impromptu cookie competition was hosted by the Louisiana Culinary Institute on Essen Lane the evening of Wednesday, March 19th, with student chefs creating delicious desert recipes using a variety of Girl Scout cookies. Girl Scouts from troops # 31, 39, 310, and 449 partnered with adults from the local media for a “sweet” judging of the recipes! We would like to thank our Girl Scouts Kelsey Mire, Olivia Pottschmidt, Samantha Trabeaux, Grace Foil, Chloe Bourgeois, Haleigh Schwartz, Gabrielle Yoes-Favrot, and Gracie Tate, for being our judges for this fun event. We’re looking forward to an even bigger event next year for more Girl Scouts to attend! Check out the great article in Thursday, April 3rd's edition of The Advocate.

 

PROGRAM

The following Spring 2008 Program Power Events are at maximum capacity and are now closed:
Looking Your Best                              April 12
Women In Chemistry                          April 19 (Both sessions)
Earth Connections                             April 19
Explore SCUBA                                  April 26
Wildlife Watching                               April 26

The following Program Power Events are still available for Juniors:
Stress Less                                         April 5 (7 openings)
Preserving our Past                            May 10 (1 opening)

The following Program Power Events are still available for Juniors and/or Girls 11-17:
Bird Watching                                      May 3

Update on Resident Camp at Marydale

The following Summer Resident Camps at Marydale are at maximum capacity and are now closed:
Foot Loose                              7^th – 12^th           June 15 - 20
Horsin’ Around I                       4^th – 6^th             June 15 - 20
Horsin’ Around II                      4^th – 6^th             June 22 - 27
Play Possum                            4^th – 6^th             June 22 - 27
Cowgirl Round-Up I                  4^th – 6^th             June 29 - July 1
Mysteries of Marydale I            1^st – 3^rd            June 29 – July 1

The following Resident Camps are still available for Grade levels 1^st – 3^rd
Mysteries of Marydale II           June 29 – July 1

The following Resident Camps are still available for Grade levels 2^nd – 3^rd
Let the Games Begin I            June 8 - 13
Nature Nuts                            June 15 - 20
Let’s Pretend                          June 22 - 27
Marydale Memories I               July 6 – 11
Let the Games Begin II           July 13 - 18

The following Resident Camps are still available for Grade levels 4^th – 6^th
Archer’s Quest                        June 8 - 13
Chef’s Delight                         June 8 - 13
All-Stars                                  June 15 - 20 (only 5 spots left)
Girls Get To It                          June 15 - 20
Outdoor Explorers                   June 22 – 27
Cowgirl Round-Up II                 June 29 – July 1
Sleuthin’ Around                      July 6 - 11
Arts & S’mores                        July 13 - 18
Horsin’ Around III                     July 13 - 18 

The following Resident Camps are still available for Grade levels 6^th – 8^th
Buckin’ Broncos                      July 6 - 11 (only 4 spots left)
Night Owls                              July 13 - 18

The following Resident Camps are still available for Grade levels 7^th – 12^th
Saddle Up                               June 8 - 13
Night Hawks                            July 6 – 11

The following Resident Camps are still available for:
CIT I                                         14+ years                    June 22 – July 1
WIT I                                        14+ years                    June 22 – July 1
CIT II                                        16+ years                    July 6 - 18
WIT II                                       16+ years                    July 6 - 18
Beaches, Boats & More          13 - 17 years               July 23 – 31

The following Happy Days Camps are at maximum capacity and are now closed:
Sew Easy, Sew Fun I             4^th – 6^th                        June 2 – 6
Sew Easy, Sew Fun II             4^th – 6^th                        June 2 – 6
Girls Go Golfing I                   1^st – 3^rd (Brownies)      June 9 – 13
Girls Go Golfing II                   4^th – 6^th (Juniors)         June 9 – 13
Science Smorgasbord I         1^st – 3^rd(Brownies)        June 23 – 27
Science Smorgasbord II         4^th – 6^th (Juniors)         July 7 – 11
Paper, Pictures, and Play      2^nd – 6^th                       July 14 - 18
Tennis Anyone? II                  4^th – 6^th (Juniors)         July 7 – 11

The following Happy Days Camps are still open for Grade levels 1^st – 3^rd(Brownies):
Dream & Dance I                     July 7 - 11
Tennis Anyone? I                    July 21 - 25 (only 6 spots left)

The following Happy Days Camps are still open for Grade levels 1^st – 6^th:
Laissez Les Bon Temps Roulez!       June 9 - 13
      NEW Location: Immaculate Conception Church at 865 Hatchel Lane.

The following Happy Days Camps are still available for Grade levels 4^th – 6^th(Juniors):
Casting Calls                           May 27 - 30
Fitness, Fun & Swim                June 16 - 20
Dream & Dance II                    July 7 - 11

The following Happy Days Camps are still available for Grade levels 7^th – 12^th
Digital Photography                 July 14 - 18
Happy Scrappers                    July 14 - 18
Accessorizing 101                   July 21 - 25

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Do you love camp and have your summer free? Girl Scouts needs you at summer resident camp. If you are at least 18 years of age, have the ability and desire to work with children in an outdoor setting, apply to be a part of the camp community at Camp Marydale. Graduating seniors are eligible for summer employment!

We need counselors, unit leaders, waterfront staff, riding directors, nurses, and more. Applications and a complete list of job descriptions are now available on our website. Please visit Employment Opportunities under "About Us" at www.girlscoutsaudubon.org for more information!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

You loved camp as a kid, so why not make even more camp memories by volunteering for a week of day camp. We offer everything from sports, science, and crafts. Volunteers assisting for the entire week of the program will receive one child’s session space free of charge.

Cadette and Senior Girl Scouts are invited to serve as program aides, which is an opportunity to acquire and utilize skills needed to work with younger girls in the Girl Scout program. For more information on these opportunities contact Donna Dupre at 927-8946, ext 252 or email ddupre@girlscoutsaudubon.org.

 

Want to know more? We are looking for six Health Care Professionals to volunteer one week (of the six weeks of resident camp) as the Resident Camp Health Supervisor. In lieu of a salary, your daughter or a girl of your choice will receive one week of camp free. Licensed physicians, RNs, EMTs, or LPNs qualify. If you have a desire to work with children and young adults in an outdoor setting this is the job for you. Volunteers must have the ability to originate, update, and monitor health care, maintain records, and follow the camp health care plan. Spacious accommodations in the Camp Infirmary at Pioneer’s Paradise Cabin as well as all meals in the dining hall are included. To reserve your week, email hdidier@girlscoutsaudubon.org.

 

SHOP

• For your next Girl Scout event, decorate your table with these great tableware items, available separately, or packaged for your convenience.  They’re new in the shop and just in time for Girl Scout end of the year activities and events. Cups , napkins, plates, and tablecloth are $2.75 - $3.75
• A beautiful sterling silver Trefoil pendent necklace would make a lovely “thank you” for that special leader or volunteer in your troop. Stop by the council shop and orders yours today. $35.00
• NEW ITEMS:
  Loungewear Set for Girls $34.00

CLICK HERE to view more items at the Shop page at www.girlscoutsaudubon.org.

FROM GSUSA

It is that time of year again—time to recognize exceptional young women who have earned the highest award in Girl Scouting, the Girl Scout Gold Award. This year, 10 Young Women of Distinction will be honored at a special awards ceremony in Indianapolis, Indiana, on October 30 to November 2, 2008.

Applications are now being accepted from any Girl Scout who has received her Girl Scout Gold Award between October 1, 2006 and April 30, 2008. Girls who wish to apply or nominate someone for this special honor are encouraged to download an application at http://www.girlscouts.org/news/whats_new/young_women_distinction_2008.asp.

Please note that the application must be completed and submitted to their councils NO LATER THAN May 15, 2008. There is no limit on the number of applications a council or Overseas Committee can submit to GSUSA. Applications from councils or Overseas Committees must be postmarked no later than June 30, 2008, and received by GSUSA no later than July 7, 2008. Applications received after the due date will not be considered.

The projects will be evaluated on 3 key areas:

The Girl Scouts of the USA will announce the winners on August 29, 2008. Let’s do our part in recognizing the fine young women in Girl Scouting by nominating a Gold Award recipient today. If you have any questions or need additional information about the National Young Women of Distinction event, please e-mail info@girlscoutsaudubon.org.

GO ON YOUR OWN EVENTS

Great American Clean-Up in Baton Rouge - Week of April 14-19, 2008
Celebration Day – Saturday, April 19, 2008, 1:00pm

Location has been change to Perkins Road Park.

Each unit designates a day(s) during the week of April 14-19th to pick-up trash in your neighborhood. Please review and follow all the safety rules in the Safety Wise handbook. All participants will receive a fun patch. Please report the amount of trash bags collected and number of volunteers on your final reporting form. Trash bags and your troop information packet will be available at the council office beginning Monday, April 7th. Tally sheets must be turned in Saturday, April 19, 2008, to receive your fun patch. Registration forms are now being accepted. Registration forms can be found on our website at http://www.girlscoutsaudubon.org/forms.html and also be available at the Girl Scout council. The Great American Clean-Up Celebration will be held at BREC Perkins Road Park (note: this location is new) from 1:00 - 2:30 PM on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Your troop is invited to celebrate our great accomplishments. Call Donna Dupre at (225) 927-8946 or email ddupre@girlscoutsaudubon.org with questions.

If your troop cannot participate in the above activity, visit http://www.earthday.gov/kids.htm for a listing of federal sites just for kids related to Earth Day and the environment. Related badges Brownies: Earth and Sky, Earth is Our Home, and Eco-Explorer. Juniors: Earth Connections, Eco-Action, Environmental Health, and Your Outdoor Surroundings. Cadets/Seniors: Eco-Action and Planet Power.

 

Calling all Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts! On Saturday, May 17, 2008, Cabela’s in Gonzales, Louisiana will host an Outdoor Scout Challenge course (click here). Girl Scout Troops will compete against other Girl Scout Troops. Boy Scout Troops will compete against other Boy Scout Troops. All troops must be registered by the deadline: April 20, 2008 Contact Teryn Banker at tbanker@cabelas.com or call 225-743-3433. Click here for more information.

Get ready to rock the ice at Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour! The one and only live celebration of High School Musical and High School Musical 2 featuring the songs and dance from both smash hit movies and a cast of world-class skaters. The ultimate High School Musical Mega-Mix is here – High School Musical: The Ice Tour! Click here for more information.

As part of the 2008 Red Stick International Animation Festival hosted by the LSU Center for Computation and Technology, Girl Scouts are cordially invited to attend The Princess Ball, being held at the Old State Capital on Friday evening, April 18, at 7pm.  A $5 donation will be requested at the door to benefit Girl Scouts – Audubon Council and Boys and Girls Club of Baton Rouge.  This fundraiser is geared toward our younger Girl Scouts who are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Princess outfit for a night of dancing with their favorite male dancing partner.  Click here for your invitation.  Contact Kristen Sunde, Public Relations Manager for the LSU Center for Computation & Technology with questions or for more information.  She can be reached at 225-578-3469, or email her at ksunde@cct.lsu.edu.

 

The Baton Rouge Ballet is offering Girl Scout groups/troops (not individuals) the opportunity to attend performances of the ballet "Cinderella" for a reduced ticket price of $25 (normally $30) for orchestra seating only.  Interested groups/troops must call the BR Ballet office at (225)766-8379, and speak to Mary or someone in the office to get their tickets.  Balcony seats are $20, but no discount is available.  There is also no discount on the Glass Slipper Ball at the City Club.  For more information on this event, go to their website at www.batonrougeballet.org.

 

The National World War II Museum is hosting a special evening for Junior Girl Scouts to tour the museum's exhibits, explore the history and lessons of D-Day, and learn about teamwork and leadership through creative and challenging games and activities. Girl Scouts will earn their United We Stand Junior badge. This event will be Saturday, April 19, 2008 from 6:00-10:00pm at the National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA. The cost for this event is $10 per girl (2 adults admitted free per troop) with $10 for additional adults. Click here to get more details and the event registration form. Deadline:  2-weeks in advance, no later than Saturday, April 5^th 2008. For more information contact The National World War II Museum at: (504) 527-6012, ext. 229 or lauren.handley@ddaymuseum.org.

 

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