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Girl Scouts of Southwest Indiana
January 6, 2023
 
Introducing the New GSSI Website
Screenshot of the Girl Scouts of Southwest homepage featuring an older girl handing a customer a stack of Girl Scout Cookie packages
Our website has received a makeover! The site launched this week and features the new Girl Scout branding and an all-new layout. For your convenience, the links and navigation directions for frequently accessed pages are listed below.
Initial Cookie Orders
Troops can start putting their initial orders into Smart Cookies at any time. Girl initial orders are due to the troop by Wednesday, January 11, and troops must enter their initial order by Saturday, January 14. Smart Cookies tip of the week: Entering Initial Orders

Walmart Cookie Booth Lotteries
We hope to have Walmart lotteries beginning next week; please watch for a Smart Cookies email for more information.

Recognitions Opt-Out
Opt-out forms for troops are due to the council by Wednesday, January 11, 2023. The opt-out option is for Junior troops and above. This allows troops to opt-out of receiving all recognitions and cookie dough to earn additional troop proceeds. Girls still receive any earned patches and membership (if they reach the 500 level). Please contact cookies@girlscouts-gssi.org with any questions.

Important Date Reminders
  • Girl initial orders are due to the troop by Wednesday, January 11, 2023 (unless otherwise specified by your troop cookie volunteer).
  • Troop initial orders are due to the SUCC by Saturday, January 14, 2023.
  • Opt-out forms are due to the council by Wednesday, January 11, 2023.
  • Cookies arrive & cookie booths begin the week of February 6, 2023.
 
SHOP UPDATES
shirts inside of geometric shapes
Show your GSSI pride with our new troop t-shirts and crewneck sweatshirts! Each shirt features the GSSI servicemark on the front, and you can include your troop number on the right sleeve. Orders will be placed on the 1st of the month and must be received by 5:00 PM CST the day before. We will continue orders each month, as needed. We will also have a small stock of tees available in the shop, but they will not include a troop number. Orders may be placed over the phone, by emailing support@girlscouts-gssi.org, at the shop, or by mailing a check with your order form. See the form below for full information.
order form
Regular Shop Hours:
Monday & Wednesday: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM CST
Thursday: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM CST
Tuesday & Friday: Closed
Note: GSSI office staff is available Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM CST

Can't Make it In? In addition to in-store shopping, we now offer online ordering with the option of store pick-up or FREE shipping!
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Join our team as an After School Program Facilitator!
After School Program Facilitators provide girls with The Girl Scout Leadership Experience by facilitating programs at schools and community organizations during the school year. This position offers a flexible weekly schedule of 1-4 days a week between 2:00-5:00 PM. This role is perfect for college students or retirees!
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This week we would like to recognize volunteers Sandy McBeth, Suzy Harper, Carmen Sterling, Elamon White, and Arteena Rothrock for distributing our winter interest flyers! Your assistance is invaluable.
CSA Leaders, Girl Scouts & Parents: Join Our New Facebook Group
Per requests from leaders, we have created a council-run Facebook group specifically for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Girl Scouts, leaders, and parents/guardians to network and share ideas for older girl troops. It is a private group, and all members will be verified before joining. JOIN NOW
 
2023 Summer Camp Dates Now Available
It may be cold outside, but we're already daydreaming of warm, sunny days at Camp Koch. Check out our 2023 Summer Camp Sessions, mark your calendar, and start counting the days until summer with us!
New! Outdoor Program Guide for January-March 2023
Looking for activities for your troop in the coming months? Check out our latest Outdoor Program Guide! If you have suggestions for events or programs to add to the guide, contact Olivia Blanco, Outdoor Experience Specialist, at oblanco@girlscouts-gssi.org.
Learn more
January Community Partner Spotlight: Fired Up!
Did you know that Fired Up! pottery studio in Evansville offers a variety of programs just for Girl Scouts? Check out the different options in the Life Skills section of the Winter Program Guide.
UPCOMING EVENTS
University of Evansville's MLK Day of Service
When:
Monday, January 16
Where: University of Evansville
What: Join the University of Evansville for the annual MLK Day of Service. In-person events will be held throughout the day, and the complete schedule is listed in the event. The theme for the 2023 event is "Daring to Dream: The Radical Imagination of a Liberated Other America." LEARN MORE

GIRL SCOUT DAY OF DANCE
When:
Sunday, January 22, 2:00-4:00 PM CST
Where: Children's Center for Dance Education, 5900 Vogel Rd, Evansville, IN
Grades: K-12 (No tagalongs)
Cost: $9 per girl ($3 for an optional fun patch)
What: Join the Center for Children's Dance Education and learn dances such as Cha Cha, Filipino Tinikling, and Ballet! Come for fun and fitness!! The program satisfies some requirements for badges, including performance. Girl Scouts and their families receive 1/2 price tickets to the CCDE spring ballet!! LEARN MORE & REGISTER

GIRL SCOUT DAY WITH THE EVANSVILLE THUNDERBOLTS
When:
Sunday, January 22, 3:00 PM CST (Doors open at 2:00)
Where: Ford Center, Evansville
What: Join the Evansville Thunderbolts for a fun night with discounted Girl Scouts tickets! This game is also a "Sunday Funday" with $2 hot dogs through the end of the first intermission or while supplies last. LEARN MORE & REGISTER
 
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