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Welcome to GSSI's Weekly Volunteer Update!
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Last Chance to Register for the Fall Summit!
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Registration for the 2024 Fall Volunteer Leadership Summit closes THIS THURSDAY, September 19. A brief summary of the Summit is included below; full details are included on the registration.
Optional Networking: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT
Main Event: 10:00 AM -1:00 PM CDT
Summit Agenda
• Leadership Skill Building: The 6 Types of Working Genius
• Service Unit Discussion Panel and Q&A
• Best Financial Practices for Troops; GSSI will be premiering our new Goal Setting Planner!
Don't miss out—all volunteers who attend will receive a limited edition 2024 Fall Summit Patch!
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Trips & Travel Workshop is This Sunday!
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Join volunteer Missy Jones for this free volunteer workshop on Sunday, September 22, from 2:00-3:00 PM CDT at Luzio and Associates Behavioral Services in Evansville! Missy will review the Girl Scout Travel Progression Chart and provide recommendations on girl-led planning and programming at each level, from local outings to international trips!
Registration deadline is THIS WEDNESDAY, September 18.
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Upcoming Service Unit Meetings
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Service units (SUs) consist of Girl Scout members who live in the same city or county. SUs provide opportunities for volunteers to connect, share experiences, and build camaraderie through their shared commitment to the Girl Scout mission. Regardless of volunteer role, all volunteers are invited to attend SU meetings in their area! Learn more at About Girl Scout Service Units.
GSSI staff will distribute money aprons for all returning co-leaders and SU team members and spring renewal rewards during the fall SU meetings! Spring renewal items will include a list of individuals receiving rewards. Troop coupons expire on September 30, 2024.
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Dubois: Monday, September 16, 6:30 PM EDT, First Baptist Church (326 N Geiger St, Huntingburg)
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Pike: Wednesday, September 25, 6:00 PM EDT, Pike County History Museum (1104 Main St, Petersburg)
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Vanderburgh: Thursday, September 26, 6:00 PM CDT, GSSI office (5000 E Virginia St, Evansville), voting on the merging of all Vanderburgh service units (East River, North West, North Central)
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Perry: Thursday, September 26, 6:00 PM CDT, First Baptist Church (802 13th St, Tell City)
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SW Warrick Ice Cream Social: Wednesday, October 16, 6:00 PM CDT, Newburgh UMC Fellowship Hall (4178 IN-261, Newburgh), co-leaders and their family members are invited for fun and networking, co-leaders can check out Girl Scout resources from the SU Library
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From now until September 30, when you spend $60 in the GSSI Shop, you'll earn a $10 coupon that can be used on a future purchase of $25 or more in the GSSI Shop from October 1 to November 30, 2024. Visit our shop in Evansville soon to take advantage of this fall promotion!
NOTE: This promotion is only valid in the GSSI Shop, not online with GSUSA purchases.
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Streamlined for 2024-2025: New Permission Procedures and Requirements
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For the 2024-2025 membership year, GSSI has combined the Annual Permission and Cookie Permission Forms into one online document that families can submit directly. We've also introduced two new documents: the Annual Adult Participation Agreement, submitted to GSSI, and the Annual Troop Health Form, which troops must keep on hand in case of emergencies. Troops must only keep a hard copy of the Troop Health Form on hand. Additional hard copy forms, such as special permission forms, are only needed if specified by the new Annual Permission Form guidelines for certain activities.
Please follow these new permission form procedures:
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All forms are now available on the GSSI website under Members / For Volunteers / Forms & Documents. For questions, contact support@girlscouts-gssi.org or call 812-421-4970.
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Every year on October 11, the global community comes together to celebrate International Day of the Girl. It’s the day when you can recognize the power of girls everywhere—and highlight, discuss, and take action to advance the rights of, and opportunities for, girls across the globe.
Every girl has the power to realize her potential. But it’s important to amplify girls’ voices and advocate for their inclusion in changemaking spaces.
Earn the exclusive 2024 International Day of the Girl fun patch with this updated Activity Guide based on the 2024 theme, “Girls' Vision for the Future.”
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Promote the Vote 2024
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During GSSI's Vest Quest Fridays this fall, Girl Scouts will have the opportunity to participate in the Promote the Vote service project and earn the Civics and Citizen Badges for their program level! Full details are available on the Vest Quest Fridays page.
GSUSA respects that Girl Scout staff and volunteers may hold varying political opinions and, in their personal capacity, favor certain candidates in national, state, and local elections; however, any activities in your Girl Scout capacity must adhere to the GSUSA policy.
If your troop/group would like to research additional ways to promote the vote through Girl Scouts, please review the following resources on GSSI's Volunteer Resource Hub under "2024 Election Year Guidance":
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Upcoming Girl Opportunities
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Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
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How to Get in Touch with Us
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General questions & assistance: Email GSSI at support@girlscouts-gssi.org.
Volunteer events, training, and resources: Alyssa Miller, Volunteer Support & Training Manager, at amiller@girlscouts-gssi.org.
Bank accounts and finance reports: Brittany Pringle, Membership Administrator, at bpringle@girlscouts-gssi.org.
Membership questions and troop support: Contact your Membership Specialist based on the areas listed below.
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Zone 1: membership1@girlscouts-gssi.org East River Vanderburgh, North Central Vanderburgh, All Warrick
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Zone 2: membership2@girlscouts-gssi.org Gibson, Knox, Posey, North West Vanderburgh
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Zone 3: membership3@girlscouts-gssi.org Daviess, Martin, Pike
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Zone 4: membership4@girlscouts-gssi.org Dubois, Perry, Spencer
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For additional membership support: Kim Consley, Director of Membership, at kconsley@girlscouts-gssi.org.
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Show Us What You're Up To!
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GSSI wants to know about the positive change that local Girl Scouts are creating so that we can spread their stories and their impact further. Tell us about your troop's Take Action project, volunteer activities, or participation in local events. Your girls could be featured on our website, social media, or future marketing materials!
Send your stories and photos to Hannah Minasian at hminasian@girlscouts-gssi.org. Be sure to include your troop number and details of the activities pictured.
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