Girl Scouts of the USA is on track to deliver new program
resources in time for the 2011 membership year. The new books will be available
for purchase in our council shops in September. At this time, we do not know
exactly when we will receive them, but will let you know as soon as we have the
books in hand.
Below are some FAQs regarding these new resources:
Below are some FAQs regarding these new resources:
- What will happen to the current resources, such as the Junior Badge book or the Cadette Handbook? GSUSA is currently working on a new "Girl's Guide to Girl Scouting" for each program level. It will provide updated badge activities and handbook information for girls and will be available in September 2011, when girls can begin enjoying the new badges in the guide.
- What do we do between now and September 2011? Leaders/advisors can help girls choose a Journey and continue enjoying the current badge activities. Check out the online "Journey Maps" for examples of using journeys and badges together for a great Girl Scout experience. Click here <http://www.girlscouts.org/program/journeys/maps/> for the maps. Here's a graphic that shows the connection between the Journeys and the Girl's Guide to Girl Scouting.
- Will we still be able to purchase older resources and
insignia? As part of the roll-out of the Journeys and the new guide, the GS
Shop will begin to streamline existing inventory by retiring certain merchandise
this summer. This will affect the availability of certain patches, books, and
other merchandise. To check on item availability, please contact the shop at
1-800-239-6636.
