Before Your First Troop Meeting - 1/9 - Virtual
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Date: Thu Jan 09, 6:30 PM PST - Thu Jan 09, 8:30 PM PST
Category:
  • Adult Training
Level:
  • Volunteers

Join us for the Before Your First Troop Meeting training pilot - an essential step for Troop Leaders in preparing to lead their new troop! This training is open to Troop Leaders who have started in the past 6 months and for those with currently forming troops. 

  • Plan and prepare for parent/caregiver meetings, the first few troop meetings, and group management.
  • How to apply and use GSUSA and GSOSW policies, procedures, forms, and processes for safe and fun troop meetings.
  • Learn how to implement the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
  • Understand and support progressive troop development, the girl/adult partnership, girl-led leadership, and progressive skill building.
  • Connect with your local Girl Scout service team for ongoing support.
  • Review training requirements and suggested timelines.

Price

  • FREE (with registration) for adult volunteers!

Participant Information

  • Training will take place online via Zoom from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM on January 9, 2025. 
  • A confirmation email with additional details and instructions for accessing the Zoom link will be sent a few days  before the training.
  • Participants need to be present for an entire course in order to receive credit for the training. Late arrival participation will be evaluated by the trainer.
  • Zoom training is best experienced on a computer, laptop, or tablet.
  • On-camera participation and full engagement throughout the entire training are required for credit.
  • GSOSW volunteer trainings are adult, member-only, and council-only, events.

Prerequisites

  • Participants must have a Girl Scout membership for the current member year (2025).

Supplies

  • You are responsible for your own computer, laptop, or tablet and internet connection to join this virtual training. 

 

Registration, Cancellation & Refund Information

  • Registration closes on January 5 . Request for cancellation/refund must be submitted via email to answers@gsosw.org by this date.
  • GSOSW reserves the right to cancel an event or training due to low enrollment or other circumstances which would make the event or training non-viable. If GSOSW cancels an event or training, registrants will be notified.