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Don't Forget! Annual Financial Reports must be submitted by June 15
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Annual Financial Reports are required to be submitted by June 15 to Council for the current year. The purpose of these reports is to provide our auditors the information required for our annual audit as well as for our annual tax return reporting to the IRS. Beginning in June, this information should be submitted through the Finance Tab in the Volunteer Toolkit.
Service Units are also required to submit an Annual Financial Report to info@girlscoutcsa.org.
What we need from each troop:
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The Financial Worksheet, a tool to help you submit to the VTK. This is the preferred worksheet. However, you may use another format that provides the same information if necessary.
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Six months of bank statements (December 2024 through May 2025).
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The VTK Summary Report. The VTK shuts down July 1 for a few days. You will not be able to submit your Annual Financial Report through VTK after that date.
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Safety Activity Checkpoints
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Girl and adult safety is an important part of the Girl Scouting experience. The national Safety Activity Checkpoints is an essential resource to assist adults in planning activities with girls.
Every individual safety activity checkpoint has approval requirements and grade levels listed at the top of each activity. Some activities require Council pre-approval for higher risk activities.
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If the safety activity checkpoint states approval is “required,” an Activity Approval Form must be completed.
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If it states “not required,” council pre-approval does not need to be obtained.
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If it states “may be required,” please consult council regarding the activity.
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You are always welcome to submit an activity approval form if you are not sure whether approval is needed.
When submitting an activity approval form, please remember the deadline is a minimum of 2 weeks before the activity’s start date. For overnight trips outside of our region or any trip with younger girls, more time is often needed to ensure that the trip meets safety requirements. This allows staff ample time to take care of important details ensuring the national safety activities checkpoints (e.g., driver’s license checks, safety ratio) are followed.
Any questions may be directed to Janet Wheeler at 800-474-1912 x2005 or info@girlscoutcsa.org.
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Less Screen Time, More Green Time!
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Why go outside? Whether you plan a picnic, plant a tree, or play pickleball, getting outdoors is a great way to help improve mood, focus, and confidence. This summer, we have 50+ fun outdoor activities for you to choose from as part of the Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge.
Girl Scouts who participate unlock a special patch. Download our free activity page (available in English and Spanish) and venture outside!
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Appalachian Strong funding requests now accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed monthly through September 2025—or until all funds have been distributed.
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Log In & Learn with gsLearn
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Volunteers, in order to be assigned and complete important training, log into gsLearn through your myGS account!
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The gsLearn tab can be found at the bottom of the column to the left of your myGS account home screen.
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You should be able to access your training library within a few days of signing-in for the first time.
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Even if you have completed training before, it's good to check gsLearn every so often as new training may have been assigned to you.
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If you are having trouble logging in, please reach out to us at 800-474-1912.
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Vol Resource: Community Resources for Families Affected by the Opioid Crisis
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Many families in Southern Appalachia are struggling with the effects of opioid addiction, and knowing where to turn for help can make a difference. Whether it’s a parent in recovery or a girl facing the challenges of a loved one’s addiction, resources are available. The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids offers guidance on how to help a child navigate these challenges.
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It's CPR/AED Awareness Week!
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June 1-7 is celebrated annually as CPR/AED Awareness week. More than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States each year, and 90% of people who have a cardiac arrest will not survive. The American Heart Association, devoted to changing the future to a world of healthier lives for all, is calling on parents and families to make this summer as safe as it is fun.
According to the American Heart Association, more than 23,000 children experience cardiac arrest each year, with nearly 40% related to sports and nearly 20% occurring in infants. If performed immediately, CPR can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival, yet less than half of people actually receive the help they need from a bystander. With school out for summer, children will be away from teachers and coaches who might be trained in CPR, making it crucial for parents to know this life-saving skill.
Children as young as 9 can learn the steps to Hands-Only CPR, which are as follows: call 911 and push hard and fast in the center of the chest. We encourage everyone to view this instructional video so you can be ready to save the hearts of those you love:
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Shop Talk
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Candy Cash — 2024 Candy Cash expires on June 30!
Bridging Kits — Bridging Kits available in the shop.
Heat Pressing Available
The shop offers heat pressing for a fee of $12.00 for all insignia for the front of a vest. $5.00 for 10 badges or patches anywhere else on a vest or sash.
We'll Bring the Shop to You
Is your service unit hosting an event and would like us to come and host a pop-up shop? Email us your request at Retail@girlscoutcsa.org. Please include the event type, location, date, and estimated number of attendees.
New Charm Its Available:
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New program offering from the Girl Scout Museum at Daisy’s Place! The museum volunteers are willing to take their programs to you. If you are a service unit or larger troop/group of girls in the greater Knoxville area, we can come to your meeting to host workshops for girls or volunteers. To sign up for a workshop, please complete the Workshop Interest Form. If you have additional questions, please email us at gsmuseum@girlscoutcsa.org.
Would you like to learn how to sew using a sewing machine?
We are seeking Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, and adults to join Sewing Scouts. This group will meet monthly on Saturdays beginning in August (specific dates to be determined) at the Girl Scout Leadership Center of East Tennessee. You will learn fun and useful skills! If you are interested in joining this group, please send an email to gsmuseum@girlscoutcsa.org.
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Be Seen in Your Community
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Troop 40814 has formed a partnership with the Bledsoe County Fair to create a small community container garden at the fairgrounds. Girls have been planting and raising seedlings. They worked together digging in the dirt to clear planters and prepare the soil for planting. They have planned a green bean teepee and a Croc-Pot herb garden to provide a hands-on educational experience at the fair.
While working on their garden, they saw the need to replace a damaged flag and raised a new flag. "It was amazing to see them surround the flag to recite their Pledge, their GS promise and Law, and then sing the Star Spangled Banner all on their own."
Please share your stories and photos with us at socialmedia@girlscoutcsa.org! Please include a brief description (including date/location) of the event and/or project depicted, as well as the troop number(s).
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Summer Stack Club: Register Today!
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Girls can now register for our summer reading program and earn a fun patch. (Registration closes July 17.) SSC runs June 1 through August 1.
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Trashsquatch Patch from "Nobody Trashes TN"
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The new Trashsquatch patch features the Nobody Trashes Tennessee patch campaign’s lovable mascot. Girl Scouts that have already earned the Nobody Trashes Tennessee patch may earn Trashsquatch after completing a second litter-prevention activity. Trashsquatch is on a mission to end littering!
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Katy Daniels - Gold Award Recipient
Kaitlyn "Katy" Daniels earned her Gold Award with Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians in 2018. She is now excited to offer her Glow & Grow: Where Confidence Meets STEM clinic, scheduled for July 12 to Daisies, Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes in Knoxville.
Through engaging activities, affirmations, and a yoga session, Girl Scouts will learn to embrace their strengths and celebrate their individuality. They will also dive into hands-on STEM challenges with their newfound confidence. From bridge-building to problem-solving exercises, girls will explore the exciting world of engineering, reinforcing that they can be strong, confident, and capable in any field they choose. Plus, earn two fun patches: Be Your Best Self and Women in STEM.
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Joyce Maienschein Leadership Grant
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Cadettes, Seniors, or Ambassadors who are working on a community service, take action project, or High Award can apply for a Joyce Maienschein Leadership Grant to help make their dream a reality. Not only can the girls receive funding for up to $500, but they gain life skills like writing, budgeting, organization, and teamwork. It's a win-win!
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Get Up. Get Out. Get to Camp this Summer!
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There's still time to register for summer programming! Day and overnight camps offered. Find full details, pricing, FAQs, and registration on our website.
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Volunteers Still Needed for Shero's Journey
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To make sure our day camp (July 14-18) at Camp Wildwood is a success, we need the help of fabulous volunteers! Reach out to Lynnea Salinas at LSalinas@GirlScoutCSA.org if you're interested in volunteering.
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