The Buck Harris Award was established upon the retirement of Buck Harris, a former executive director of the Virginia Tidewater Girl Scout Council. Buck dedicated her life to providing the finest in camping and outdoor education programs.
This award is presented at the Annual Council Meeting each year to one Girl Scout who has made a difference in troop meetings, service unit events and/or Council events during the past two years. She will receive a framed certificate and a certificate towards attending a GSCCC-sponsored summer camp.
To qualify for the award, a girl must be nominated by the girls in her troop, group or service unit, or by an adult who is aware of her qualifications. As girls decide on their nominee, help them understand this is more than a popularity contest.
Nomination forms can be found here on the GSCCC website. Email completed nominations to customercare@gsccc.org by Thursday, November 1, 2018.
girl scouts of the colonial coast - news and information for volunteers
Monday, October 29, 2018
Volunteer Years of Service Pin Application
The Years of Volunteer Service Pin recognizes an adult member registered with Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. for her/his years of active volunteer service at five-year intervals. If you have been an active volunteer for Girl Scouts for 20 years or more (in five-year intervals), complete the Volunteer Years of Service Pin Application and submit it by Thursday, November 1, 2018. You will be recognized at the Annual Awards Luncheon and Celebration.
There's Still Time to Recognize Those Extraordinary Volunteers Who Make Being a Girl Scout Great
The adult award nomination deadline for the Appreciation Pin, Honor Pin, Thanks Badge, and Thanks Badge II is Thursday, November 1, 2018. These awards will be presented at the Annual Awards Luncheon and Celebration on Saturday, February 2, 2019, following the Annual Council Meeting. Nomination forms can be found here on the GSCCC website.
Criteria:
Girl Scout Election Guidelines
As the election season is upon us, we'd like to remind Girl Scout members of our policies and guidelines.
Girl Scouts of the United States and any Girl Scout council may not, nor may they authorize anyone on their behalf to participate or intervene directly or indirectly in any political campaign on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for public office; or participate in any legislative activity or function which contravenes the laws governing a tax-exempt organization.
Girl Scouts of the United States and any Girl Scout council may not, nor may they authorize anyone on their behalf to participate or intervene directly or indirectly in any political campaign on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for public office; or participate in any legislative activity or function which contravenes the laws governing a tax-exempt organization.
Lady Boss Day
4:30 - 7 p.m.
Improv at Push Comedy Theater
Granby Street
Norfolk, VA
Tickets: $15 for one; $25 for two.
Kick off the new year right by honing your Lady Boss skills! Become a better listener, think quicker on your feet, and strengthen your presenting skills by learning about the power of saying "Yes, and..."
Click here for more information or to register.
For questions, contact Individual Giving Manager Jessica Woodyard at 757-548-3809 or philanthropy@gsccc.org.
Monday, October 22, 2018
November Shop Promotions
November 1-30
Explore Patch of the Month
Explore Williamsburg: $1.50 each.
November 1-21
Redeem Your Back to Troop Coupon!
Each coupon is redeemable separately on an order totaling $25 or more on qualifying merchandise. Only one coupon code can be redeemed per transaction and must meet the $25 minimum order threshold. Cannot be combined with any other offer.
November 9, 10, 12
Veteran Appreciation
Receive a discount of 15 percent off the entire purchase when you show your Military ID. Cannot be combined with any other offer.
November 7, 14, 28
Gobble Gobble Wednesdays!
Draw a turkey at checkout and receive a 10 percent, 15 percent or 20 percent discount off the entire purchase. With a $35+ purchase, you will receive a FREE patch. Cannot be combined with any other offer.
Explore Patch of the Month
Explore Williamsburg: $1.50 each.
November 1-21
Redeem Your Back to Troop Coupon!
Each coupon is redeemable separately on an order totaling $25 or more on qualifying merchandise. Only one coupon code can be redeemed per transaction and must meet the $25 minimum order threshold. Cannot be combined with any other offer.
November 9, 10, 12
Veteran Appreciation
Receive a discount of 15 percent off the entire purchase when you show your Military ID. Cannot be combined with any other offer.
November 7, 14, 28
Gobble Gobble Wednesdays!
Draw a turkey at checkout and receive a 10 percent, 15 percent or 20 percent discount off the entire purchase. With a $35+ purchase, you will receive a FREE patch. Cannot be combined with any other offer.
Grade-Level Trainings Now Available to View
Access the level you want to view here.
- Scroll down to Enrichment Courses and click the down arrow on the training you want to view.
- Then, click Access Course to view the training.
- Once you have completed viewing the training, go back to the grade-level training you selected and click on Online Survey to receive credit for viewing it and to provide feedback.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
November is Girl Scout Month at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium
Thanks to our community partnership with The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium, they are offering special group pricing for all Girl Scout groups of 8 or more people based on park hours and availability.
Tickets include harnessing, safety briefing and three hours of climbing and zip lining fun in the trees!
Family and friends are welcome to join the group as well.
Weekday group: $30 per person (7 years and up)
Weekend group: $35 per person (7 years and up)
Call 757-385-4947 today to enjoy the best Girl Scout prices of the year! Space is limited. Payment in full required at time of booking.
Tickets include harnessing, safety briefing and three hours of climbing and zip lining fun in the trees!
Family and friends are welcome to join the group as well.
Weekday group: $30 per person (7 years and up)
Weekend group: $35 per person (7 years and up)
Call 757-385-4947 today to enjoy the best Girl Scout prices of the year! Space is limited. Payment in full required at time of booking.
Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) Training
Cost: $40
Register for a CABS training today by visiting the E.M.T.A. Enterprises website at www.BabysitterTraining.info.
Register for a CABS training today by visiting the E.M.T.A. Enterprises website at www.BabysitterTraining.info.
First-Aid/CPR/AED Training
Cost: $45
Does your troop have a first-aider? Has your first-aider's certification expired and now needs to attend an upcoming class? If so, register for a classroom First-Aid/CPR/AED training today by visiting the E.M.T.A. Enterprises website at www.HRGSTRAINING.com.
Does your troop have a first-aider? Has your first-aider's certification expired and now needs to attend an upcoming class? If so, register for a classroom First-Aid/CPR/AED training today by visiting the E.M.T.A. Enterprises website at www.HRGSTRAINING.com.
Becoming an Adult Learning Facilitator
Sunday, October 28, 2018
1–6 p.m.
A Place for Girls
Chesapeake, VA
Do you like to work with adults? Do you like to have fun? If you answered “yes” to either of those questions, the adult learning facilitator volunteer position might be for you! A facilitator delivers courses, workshops and resources to individuals and/or groups of volunteers. You can decide what you enjoy facilitating - classroom courses or outdoor courses, or both! Start your journey as an adult learning facilitator today by registering for the Effectively Facilitating Adult Learning Course!
Register by October 23.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
1–6 p.m.
A Place for Girls
Chesapeake, VA
Do you like to work with adults? Do you like to have fun? If you answered “yes” to either of those questions, the adult learning facilitator volunteer position might be for you! A facilitator delivers courses, workshops and resources to individuals and/or groups of volunteers. You can decide what you enjoy facilitating - classroom courses or outdoor courses, or both! Start your journey as an adult learning facilitator today by registering for the Effectively Facilitating Adult Learning Course!
Register by October 23.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
Buck Harris Award Nominations
The Buck Harris Award was established upon the retirement of Buck Harris, a former executive director of the Virginia Tidewater Girl Scout Council. Buck dedicated her life to providing the finest in camping and outdoor education programs.
This award is presented at the Annual Council Meeting each year and consists of a framed certificate and a certificate towards attending a GSCCC sponsored summer camp. To qualify for the award, a girl must be nominated by the girls in her troop, group or service unit, or by an adult who is aware of her qualifications. As girls decide on their nominee, help them understand this is more than a popularity contest.
Nomination forms can be found here. Email completed nominations to customercare@gsccc.org by November 1, 2018.
This award is presented at the Annual Council Meeting each year and consists of a framed certificate and a certificate towards attending a GSCCC sponsored summer camp. To qualify for the award, a girl must be nominated by the girls in her troop, group or service unit, or by an adult who is aware of her qualifications. As girls decide on their nominee, help them understand this is more than a popularity contest.
Nomination forms can be found here. Email completed nominations to customercare@gsccc.org by November 1, 2018.
Recognize Exceptional Volunteers
Volunteers are the Heart of Girl Scouts!
Recognize those special volunteers who make a difference in the life of girls! Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast volunteers who made a significant impact during the 2017-2018 membership year can be nominated for a GSUSA award.
The adult award nomination deadline for the Appreciation Pin, Honor Pin, Thanks Badge, and Thanks Badge II is November 1, 2018. These awards will be presented at the Annual Awards Luncheon and Celebration on February 2, 2019, following the Annual Council Meeting. Nomination forms can be found here.
Recognize those special volunteers who make a difference in the life of girls! Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast volunteers who made a significant impact during the 2017-2018 membership year can be nominated for a GSUSA award.
The adult award nomination deadline for the Appreciation Pin, Honor Pin, Thanks Badge, and Thanks Badge II is November 1, 2018. These awards will be presented at the Annual Awards Luncheon and Celebration on February 2, 2019, following the Annual Council Meeting. Nomination forms can be found here.
Monday, October 15, 2018
Buck Harris Award Nominations
The Buck Harris Award was established upon the retirement of Buck Harris, a former executive director of the Virginia Tidewater Girl Scout Council. Buck dedicated her life to providing the finest in camping and outdoor education programs.
This award is presented at the Annual Council Meeting each year and consists of a framed certificate and a certificate towards attending a GSCCC sponsored summer camp. To qualify for the award, a girl must be nominated by the girls in her troop, group or service unit, or by an adult who is aware of her qualifications. As girls decide on their nominee, help them understand this is more than a popularity contest.
Nomination forms can be found here. Email completed nominations to customercare@gsccc.org by November 1, 2018.
This award is presented at the Annual Council Meeting each year and consists of a framed certificate and a certificate towards attending a GSCCC sponsored summer camp. To qualify for the award, a girl must be nominated by the girls in her troop, group or service unit, or by an adult who is aware of her qualifications. As girls decide on their nominee, help them understand this is more than a popularity contest.
Nomination forms can be found here. Email completed nominations to customercare@gsccc.org by November 1, 2018.
Recognize Exceptional Volunteers
Volunteers are the Heart of Girl Scouts!
Recognize those special volunteers who make a difference in the life of girls! Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast volunteers who made a significant impact during the 2017-2018 membership year can be nominated for a GSUSA award.
The adult award nomination deadline for the Appreciation Pin, Honor Pin, Thanks Badge, and Thanks Badge II is November 1, 2018. These awards will be presented at the Annual Awards Luncheon and Celebration on February 2, 2019, following the Annual Council Meeting. Nomination forms can be found here.
Recognize those special volunteers who make a difference in the life of girls! Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast volunteers who made a significant impact during the 2017-2018 membership year can be nominated for a GSUSA award.
The adult award nomination deadline for the Appreciation Pin, Honor Pin, Thanks Badge, and Thanks Badge II is November 1, 2018. These awards will be presented at the Annual Awards Luncheon and Celebration on February 2, 2019, following the Annual Council Meeting. Nomination forms can be found here.
Check Out Our New Community Partners Page
We’ve recently updated our Community Partners page to help
you find local event partners, resource partners, and service partners. We’ve
even organized them by our four pillars (Entrepreneurship/Financial Literacy,
Life Skills, Outdoors, and STEM) to make it easier for you to locate the type
of partner you’re seeking. Additionally, we have provided a link for those
partners with Explore Patches.
Monday, October 8, 2018
Zombie Fun Run & Block Party
Saturday, October 27, 2018
Rain Date: Saturday, November 3, 2018
4-7 p.m. (3K starts at 5:30 p.m.)
Courtyard Square Park (Behind City Hall)
306 Cedar Rd
Chesapeake, VA
FREE event. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
The Block Party is open to the public.
Block Party begins at 4 p.m.:
Rain Date: Saturday, November 3, 2018
4-7 p.m. (3K starts at 5:30 p.m.)
Courtyard Square Park (Behind City Hall)
306 Cedar Rd
Chesapeake, VA
FREE event. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
The Block Party is open to the public.
Block Party begins at 4 p.m.:
1st Annual Walk & Roll for Disability Awareness
Saturday, October 20, 2018
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hickory High School
1996 Hawk Blvd
Chesapeake, VA
FREE Event
All ages are welcome to attend.
You're invited to the 1st Annual Disability Awareness Walk & Roll hosted by Chesapeake Public Schools Office of Special Education & the Special Education Advisory Committee! This is an inclusive event to support people with disabilities and celebrate our differences!
Activities include:
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hickory High School
1996 Hawk Blvd
Chesapeake, VA
FREE Event
All ages are welcome to attend.
You're invited to the 1st Annual Disability Awareness Walk & Roll hosted by Chesapeake Public Schools Office of Special Education & the Special Education Advisory Committee! This is an inclusive event to support people with disabilities and celebrate our differences!
Activities include:
Fall into Fun with Girl Scouting
Saturday, October 13, 2018
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Bennett’s Creek Park
3000 Bennett’s Creek Park Road
Suffolk, VA 23435
Cost: $10
Visit the membership table, costume contest, vendors, concessions and all carnival games. Bring a friend and join Troop 843 for a day of fun!
Ticket Information: Yvonne Milteer 757-484-1089 or email vonflowers@aol.com.
Vendor Information: Judith Jenkins 757-528-2422 or email mrsjudithjenkins@gmail.com.
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Bennett’s Creek Park
3000 Bennett’s Creek Park Road
Suffolk, VA 23435
Cost: $10
Visit the membership table, costume contest, vendors, concessions and all carnival games. Bring a friend and join Troop 843 for a day of fun!
Ticket Information: Yvonne Milteer 757-484-1089 or email vonflowers@aol.com.
Vendor Information: Judith Jenkins 757-528-2422 or email mrsjudithjenkins@gmail.com.
Zip Line Adventure Awaits!
Join us this Fall in the trees of Virginia Beach at the Adventure Park! You’ll learn about safety and climbing techniques before climbing your way through the trees. As an added bonus for Girl Scouts, you’ll get a behind the scenes look into the mechanics of how the park works. If you couldn’t make it to our October zip lining events, check out these upcoming opportunities to get your zip on!
Onward & Upward
Sunday, November 18, 2018
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Open to all Girl Scout levels.
Hanging Out
Sunday, November 18, 2018
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Open to all Girl Scout levels.
Additionally, our partners at the Adventure Park are celebrating Girl Scouts with a special discount in the month of November of $30 for weekdays and $35 for weekends for our members and their families.
Onward & Upward
Sunday, November 18, 2018
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Open to all Girl Scout levels.
Hanging Out
Sunday, November 18, 2018
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Open to all Girl Scout levels.
Additionally, our partners at the Adventure Park are celebrating Girl Scouts with a special discount in the month of November of $30 for weekdays and $35 for weekends for our members and their families.
Save the Date: 2019 Annual Council Meeting and Awards Luncheon
Mark your calendar for the 2019 Annual Council Meeting and Awards Luncheon.
February 2, 2019
Hampton Roads Convention Center
1610 Coliseum Dr
Hampton, VA
9:30 a.m. Annual Council Meeting
12:30 p.m. Awards Luncheon
Registration is now open.
Questions? Contact Executive Assistant Sunny Smith at sunnys@gsccc.org.
February 2, 2019
Hampton Roads Convention Center
1610 Coliseum Dr
Hampton, VA
9:30 a.m. Annual Council Meeting
12:30 p.m. Awards Luncheon
Registration is now open.
Questions? Contact Executive Assistant Sunny Smith at sunnys@gsccc.org.
Monday, October 1, 2018
Prudential Spirit Award
Middle and high school level Girl Scouts can apply for a Prudential Spirit Award - an award recognizing volunteer service. Apply online starting now to November 6, 2018, at spirit.prudential.com. Honorees will be announced on February 5, 2019. State honorees earn $1,000, a silver medallion and an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., to attend a recognition event held in May; and distinguished finalists receive bronze medallions.
Apply today at spirit.prudential.com.
Apply today at spirit.prudential.com.
Volunteer Kickoff: Speak Up and Lead the Way
Saturday, October 6, 2018
Old Dominion University Webb Center
Norfolk, VA
8:30 a.m.–2:45 p.m.
Open to all registered adults.
Cost: $5 (includes lunch)
Old Dominion University Webb Center
Norfolk, VA
8:30 a.m.–2:45 p.m.
Open to all registered adults.
Cost: $5 (includes lunch)
Buffet Lunch Menu:
- Caesar Salad
- Eggplant Parmesan
- Italian Sausage with Peppers
- Rigatoni Marinara
- Garlic Bread Sticks
- Miniature Cheesecake Tarts
- Beverage
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, October 2, 2018
Next GSCCC Destination? Iceland!
The next GSCCC Destinations trip has been selected. We are off to Iceland!
Experience stunning fjords and breathtaking waterfalls, then travel to a red mountain where mud boils and steam flows out of the earth. Journey through the Dimmuborgir lava formations, which some believe are trolls exposed to the sun, then walk along the gap separating two tectonic plates. This adventurous trip is not for the faint-of-heart or weak-of-limb; it will keep you moving, climbing, and hiking—and constantly questioning how your surroundings can possibly be real.
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