Monday, October 12, 2020

Buck Harris Award Submissions

Buck Harris Award submissions are due January 15, 2021!

Nominate a Girl Scout who has helped make troop/group meetings and/or activities more enjoyable during the past two years; has participated in or helped make service unit events, Council events, or other events serving girls better during the past two years; has been active in school, community and/or church, synagogue, temple activities during the past two years; and has participated in Council events. For more information about this award and the nomination process, visit our website here.

Complete nomination packets must be submitted by close of business on January 15, 2021, to customercare@gsccc.org, to be considered.

Recognize Exceptional Volunteers

Volunteers are the HEART of Girl Scouts!

Recognize those special volunteers who make a difference in the lives of girls! Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast volunteers who made a significant impact during the 2019-2020 membership year can be nominated for a GSUSA award.

The adult award nomination deadline for the Volunteer of Excellence Award, Appreciation Pin, Honor Pin, Thanks Badge, and Thanks Badge II is January 15, 2021.

In addition, if you have been an adult member registered with Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. for years of active volunteer service for 20 years or more (in five-year intervals), complete the Volunteer Years of Service Pin Application and submit it by January 15, 2021. For 5, 10, and 15 years, check with your service unit to find out if they will be awarding those pins.

Nomination forms can be found here. Completed nomination packets must be submitted to customercare@gsccc.org by January 15, 2021, to be considered.

“Let’s Share” Volunteer Enrichment Chats

Join us at our monthly “Let’s Share” Volunteer Enrichment Chats where you will have the opportunity to learn something new and get your questions answered.

Topic: Zoom Virtual Meeting Tips and Trips - learn some tips and tricks while using Zoom for your troop meetings, caregiver meetings, or any meeting you may have.

Date: Thursday, October 15, 2020

Time: 7-8 p.m.

Registration Closing Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Register on eBiz for this enrichment and future enrichments.

Once you have registered, you will receive an email confirmation including the link and passcode to join the chat.

Please note – the “Let’s Share” Volunteer Enrichment Chats will NOT be recorded! Be sure to register to attend if you want to learn more!

Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.

Monday, September 28, 2020

“Let’s Share” Volunteer Enrichment Chats

Join us at our monthly “Let’s Share” Volunteer Enrichment Chats where you will have the opportunity to learn something new and get your questions answered. Below are the dates, times and topics for October:

Topic: Multi-Level Troops - Learn the secrets to being successful managing a multi-level troop.
Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2020
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Registration Closing Date: Monday, October 5, 2020

Topic: Zoom Virtual Meeting Tips and Tricks - Learn some tips and tricks while using Zoom for your troop meetings, caregiver meetings or any other meetings.
Date: Thursday, October 15, 2020
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Registration Closing Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Register on eBiz for these enrichments and future enrichments here.

Once you have registered, you will receive an email confirmation including the link and passcode to join the chat.

Please note – the “Let’s Share” Volunteer Enrichment Chats will NOT be recorded! Be sure to register to attend if you want to learn more!

Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.

“Here’s the Scoop with Karen and Cheryl” New Leader Chat

New this year…”Here’s the Scoop with Karen and Cheryl” new leader chats. Hosted by Learning Manager Cheryl McGrenra and New Troop Specialist Karen Tilley, these chats will provide a no-pressure, judgement-free zone for you to ask questions and meet other new leaders. Topics will vary monthly, but this month’s topics are Financials and Goal Setting.

Topic: Financials and Goal Setting with Your Girls
Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2020
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Registration Closing Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Bring your questions and bring your favorite drink! Nothing fancy – let’s hang out and chat!

Register here on eBiz.

Once you have registered, you will receive an email confirmation including the link and passcode to join the chat.

Please note - these chats will NOT be recorded! What happens in the Scoop stays in the Scoop!

Tuesday, September 22, 2020

Be Part of Girl Scouts of the USA National Council Session Video!

 As part of providing the most fulfilling, inspirational, and memorable experience possible we're going to create a Council Shout-Out video that will play during National Council Session. The session is all virtual this year, so there are several ways for involvement. Videos are due to GSUSA by October 4. 

This video will be seen by thousands nationally and will set the tone for the entire event. What will the Finished Video look like? The final video will be a photo montage of 112 Girl Scouts portraits, one from each council and from USAGSO. 

Girl Scouts are encouraged to find a creative, visual way to represent their council. It could be choice of background or holding an object that represents something special about your council. The 112 most creative, interesting and appealing photos will be chosen. 

Is this activity safe? Yes! You can make the video safely at home or outside while social distancing. 

What’s the dress code? You can choose to wear your Girl Scout uniform or you can dress to represent what you love about your Council. 

What do I need to take the photo? All you need is a phone or camera and a stable place to put the phone HORIZONTALLY. Once you’ve taken the photo, you’ll need an internet connection to send the photo(s). What do I do once I’ve taken the photo? Send it to us! To be considered, you have to send us two things: 1) your full resolution photos and 2) a completed materials release, signed by your guardian. 

Who can participate? Any active Girl Scout can participate of any age, from Daisy to Ambassador. Parents are welcome to help behind the scenes. I’m Interested! 

What should I do? Dream up an interesting way to take a portrait of yourself while also representing your council. Think about what backgrounds, objects, props, and uniform elements can best represent your particular council. Find a bright room or spot outside, and take a HORIZONTAL shot of yourself standing about three feet away from your camera. Take as many photos as you want, then choose the best two (2) photos and send us those. How can my photo look awesome? We’ve included guidelines for taking great photos for this project. Please read them carefully. It’ll increase the chances your photo gets selected! How do I send the photos and signed release? Upload everything to the following link: https://bit.ly/2QncaDW At the bottom of the form, include the project name “GSSHOUT”. 

When are they due? Get your submissions in ASAP! The sooner we get your photos, the more likely we are to use it. All photos should be submitted by October 4th, 2020. What if I have a question or problem? Contact us! You can email Morgan, mrobinson@girlscouts.org.


Monday, September 21, 2020

2020 Yearly Meeting of the Delegate Body

Attention: Council Service Unit Delegates,

Please login 10-15 minutes early for attendance/credentialing purposes.

2020 Yearly Meeting of the Delegate Body
October 3, 2020
9:30 a.m.

Register here by September 30, 2020.

Shop Promotions for the Month of October

October 1-31
Explore Patch of the Month

Explore Chippokes Plantation State Park: $2.50 each.

October 7, 14, 21, 28
Pumpkin Wednesdays!
Visit, call or email your order to shop@gsccc.org by 7 p.m. on Wednesdays and receive a 10 percent or 15 percent discount off the entire purchase. A discount will be drawn on your behalf at checkout. May not be combined with any other offer.

October 30, 31, and November 2
Juliette Gordon Low's Birthday Celebration!
Visit, call or email your order to shop@gsccc.org and receive a discount of 20 percent off the entire purchase. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

Activity Fun Patches
  • Adventure Course
  • Archery
  • Backpacking
  • Corn Maze
  • Fall Fun
  • High Ropes
  • Halloween
  • Juliette Gordon Low's Birthday
  • Low Ropes
  • Pumpkin Patch
  • Rock Climbing

Monday, September 14, 2020

GSCCC Virtual Adult Volunteer Awards Celebration

 


Join Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast on Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at 6 p.m. to pay tribute to our 2020 volunteer award recipients and our Buck Harris Award recipient during our virtual watch party celebrating their outstanding accomplishments.

To sign up, visit the Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast Facebook page and select “going” on the GSCCC Virtual Adult Volunteer Awards Celebration event page. Then on September 15 at 6 p.m., you’ll be able to view the celebratory video.

GSCCC values all adult members and recognizes the contribution they make in developing girl leaders. Do you know someone who has provided exemplary service and go above and beyond to make a difference in Girl Scouts during the past year? If so, you can nominate them by submitting completed nomination packets along with the required number of Letters of Endorsement found here no later than January 15, 2021.

Monday, September 7, 2020

Appointment Shopping Expanded!

 New GSCCC retail shop hours begin starting Tuesday, September 8, 2020!

What's new?

  • Expanded appointment days and appointment slots.
  • Same day sign-up allowed.
  • Curbside pick-ups moving to Fridays only.
Click here for more details.

Monday, August 24, 2020

There is Still Time to Become a Founding Member of the GSCCC Leadership Fund!

Last fall, we launched the GSCCC Leadership Fund giving supporters an opportunity to make a gift towards the future of the Council. Become a member today of the Leadership Fund and you can invest in the future of GSCCC to ensure that our Council will always be here for girls. Receive the exclusive Founder pin and an annual pin for every year you are a member.

Your legacy starts today with your gift to Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast Leadership Fund.

Become a Founding Member HERE!

Cookie Classic Run- Run with the Cookies or Register as a Virtual Do-Si-Don’t Show Runner!

The 7th annual Cookie Classic Run has an option for every person of any ability! Push yourself on the 10K course, enjoy the Cookie Crawl along the 5K course, start off with the 1 milers or join us virtually.

Even if you can’t make it to the event on January 16, 2021, you don’t have to miss out on the fun!

Check out more info and register here!

Join Us to Celebrate Your Girl Scout Alum Sisters at the 2020 Girl Scout Famous Formers Luncheon

Join us as we celebrate our 2020 Girl Scout Famous Formers at Hilton Norfolk The Main on November 19, 2020, for the Famous Formers Luncheon Celebration. We are pleased to have Dr. Barbara Blake Gonzalez from Old Dominion University as our Keynote Speaker. Dr. Blake was the first woman to present as part of the State of the Region and presented her research on the wage gap that exists for women in Hampton Roads.

Tickets for this event will be limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early!

Purchase Tickets Today!

Monday, August 10, 2020

GSCCC Virtual Gold Award Celebration Watch Party Event

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Join Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, at 6 p.m. for a very special virtual celebration of our Gold Award Girl Scouts! We will be honoring 17 Gold Award Girl Scouts from across our Council through this special event during our Facebook Live Watch Party.

Visit the Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast Facebook page and select “going” on the GSCCC Virtual Gold Award Celebration Watch Party event page. Then, on August 11 at 6 p.m., join us LIVE where you can interact and celebrate these girls by posting your comments.

Monday, August 3, 2020

Appointment Only Shopping at GSCCC Shops

Exciting news coming from GSCCC Retail Shops!

Both shop locations are now open for appointment only shopping. 

View this flyer for details. Curbside will still be available.