Volunteer Connections Podcast
By Girl Scouts of Nassau County
Volunteer Connections Podcast Nov 30, 2023
Episode 12: Life Lessons with the Cookie Program
Tune in to hear an experienced Service Unit Cookie Chair and former troop leader, Rhona Barbieri, break down the 5 essential skills Girl Scouts learn from the Cookie Program! She’ll discuss activities you can do to teach girls about these skills, while keeping them Girl-Led and inclusive.
In this episode, you will learn about:
- Introduction of the 5 Skills (1:20)
- Goal Setting and Decision Making (3:40)
- Money Management (17:40)
- People Skills and Business Ethics (25:15)
- Rhona’s Cookie Advice (44:15)
Cookie Resources:
Little Brownie Bakers: https://www.littlebrowniebakers.com/
Access Cookie Badge requirements on the VTK (free with membership): https://mygs.girlscouts.org/
Cookie Badge Booklets Available for purchase: https://www.girlscoutshop.com/badges-program/all-program-materials/badge-requirements?custitem_girl_scout_pillar=Entrepreneurship
Check out our Volunteer Connections Blog for cookie advice from GSNC Volunteers: http://girlscoutsofnassaucounty.blogspot.com/
Print out the Entrepreneurship Badges and Pins sheet to discuss with your Girl Scouts: https://www.girlscouts.org/content/dam/girlscouts-gsusa/forms-and-documents/cookie/badges-pins-2021.pdf
Product program information in our Volunteer Essentials guide: https://www.gsnc.org/en/members/for-volunteers/volunteer-essentials/product-program.html
Visit our Cookie Flavors page for information on each of our iconic cookies: https://www.gsnc.org/en/cookies-mags-nuts/cookies/cookie-flavors-lbb.html
Check out our Resources for Cookie Sellers, to share with your Girl Scouts: https://www.gsnc.org/en/cookies-mags-nuts/resources/for-cookie-sellers.html
Explore Volunteer Cookie Resources to access a variety of support materials: https://www.gsnc.org/en/cookies-mags-nuts/resources/for-volunteers-cookie-resources-lbb.html
Feedback form: https://gsnc.wufoo.com/forms/volunteer-connections-podcast-feedback-form-z1ifov060gd0tlc
Support GSNC today: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gsnc/donatenow
Questions? Contact us at customercare@gsnc.org
Episode 11: Community Service vs. Take Action
There are many similarities between community service and take action projects! However, you don’t want to miss the clear differences. Tune in to hear from a GSNC troop leader talk about her troop community service project and how her troop is planning to take it to the next level with a take action project, by earning a Highest Award.
In this episode, you will learn about:
- Community Service Brainstorming Process (3:10)
- Executing a Community Service Project (9:40)
- Planning a Take Action Project (18:10)
- Kristin’s Advice (30:25)
More about Community Service and Take Action Projects:
- http://girlscoutsofnassaucounty.blogspot.com/
- https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/highest-awards.html
Feedback form: https://gsnc.wufoo.com/forms/volunteer-connections-podcast-feedback-form-z1ifov060gd0tlc Support GSNC today: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gsnc/donatenow
Questions? Contact us at customercare@gsnc.org
Episode 10: Investiture and Rededication Ceremonies
Keep Girl Scout traditions alive by hosting Investiture and Rededication ceremonies! GSNC troop leader, Rose, talks about how she planned these ceremonies for the first time with her troop.
In this episode, you will learn about:
• Rose’s Multi-Level Troop Management (1:00)
• Investiture Ceremony Planning (8:05)
• Rededication Ceremony Planning (24:48)
• Rose’s Ceremony Planning Advice (34:03)
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Blog: http://girlscoutsofnassaucounty.blogspot.com/
Feedback form: https://gsnc.wufoo.com/forms/volunteer-connections-podcast-feedback-form-z1ifov060gd0tlc
Support GSNC today: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gsnc/donatenow
Episode 9: New Troop Year Tips
Let’s get ready for the new troop year! GSNC troop leader, Heidi Donofrio, shares the support and resources that has helped her successfully manage her troop. Girl Scout volunteers can use these tips to help them plan their Girl Scout meetings for the new 2023/2024 year.
In this episode, you will learn about:
- Heidi's Volunteer Experience (1:32)
- Co-leader Relationship/Troop Management (5:26)
- GSNC Support and Resources (14:26)
- Heidi's Advice to Troop Leaders (22:41)
Links and resources mentioned in this episode: http://girlscoutsofnassaucounty.blogspot.com/
Feedback form: https://gsnc.wufoo.com/forms/volunteer-connections-podcast-feedback-form-z1ifov060gd0tlc
Support GSNC today: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gsnc/donatenow
Episode 8: Council Patch Programs
Tune in to learn about our Council’s Patch Programs, which gives Girl Scouts a chance to learn about topics that aren’t offered in traditional badge work!
In this episode, you will learn about:
- How to Access Council Patch Programs (1:55)
- Flight to Leadership Patch Program (3:21)
- Summer Service Challenge Patch Program (9:58)
- Council Patch Programs Overview (12:41)
Feedback form: https://gsnc.wufoo.com/forms/volunteer-connections-podcast-feedback-form-z1ifov060gd0tlc
Support GSNC today: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gsnc/donatenow
Episode 8 Links/Resources:
- GSNC Council Patch Programs: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/council-patch-programs.html
- Flight to Leadership GSNC Patch Program: https://www.gsnc.org/content/dam/girlscouts-gsnc/documents/GSNC_Flight-to-Leadership-Patch-Program.pdf
- Flight to Leadership Patch Request Form: https://gsnc.wufoo.com/forms/flight-of-leadership-patch-program/
- Summer Service Challenge Patch Program and Log Sheet: https://www.gsnc.org/content/dam/girlscouts-gsnc/documents/GSNC_Summer-Service-Challenge-Log.pdf
- Milk Jug Butterfly Project: https://www.gsnc.org/content/dam/girlscouts-gsnc/documents/GSNC_100Anniversary-Butterfly-Craft.pdf
- SUM-MORE Girl Scouting Patch Program: https://www.gsnc.org/content/dam/girlscouts-gsnc/documents/GSNC_Summore-Girl-Scouting-Patch-Program.pdf
- Virtual Office Hours: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b094ea8a72ba1f49-office#/
- GSNC Programs: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/event-list.html
- GSNC Possibilities and Publications: https://www.gsnc.org/en/about-girl-scouts/our-council/publications.html
GSNC Social Media and Contact Info:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GirlScoutsofNassauCounty/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/gsnc
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlscoutsnassaucounty/
- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/gsncvideo
- Blog: http://girlscoutsofnassaucounty.blogspot.com/
Contact GSNC: customercare@gsnc.org
Episode 7: Bridging Ceremonies
Tune in to learn how plan a Girl Scout bridging ceremony and customize it to fit your troops needs.
In this episode, you will learn about:
- Bridging Defined and Timeline (1:00)
- Bridging Insignia (2:44)
- Planning a Bridging Ceremony (11:45)
Feedback form: https://gsnc.wufoo.com/forms/volunteer-connections-podcast-feedback-form-z1ifov060gd0tlc
Support GSNC today: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gsnc/donatenow
Episode 7 Links/Resources:
- Girl Scout Bridging Guide: https://www.girlscouts.org/content/dam/girlscouts-gsusa/forms-and-documents/misc/19_MV_BridgingGuide_flyer_v2.pdf
- GSNC Shop: Email shop@gsnc.org (Inquire here about Bridging Kits from GSNC)
- Virtual Office Hours: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b094ea8a72ba1f49-office#/
- Girl Scout Bridging Awards: https://www.girlscoutshop.com/search?keywords=bridge
- Girl Scout Brownie Elf Story: https://www.gsksmo.org/content/dam/girlscouts-gsksmo/documents/tlc-docs/new-leader-resources/BrownieStory.pdf
- gsLearn Log-In: https://mygs.girlscouts.org/ (After signing in, click on the gsLearn tab on the left-hand side)
- Register for Live Meetings: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/event-list.html?q=volunteer+connections
- GSNC Programs: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/event-list.html
- GSNC Possibilities and Publications: https://www.gsnc.org/en/about-girl-scouts/our-council/publications.html
GSNC Social Media:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GirlScoutsofNassauCounty/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/gsnc
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlscoutsnassaucounty/
- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/gsncvideo
- Blog: http://girlscoutsofnassaucounty.blogspot.com/
Contact GSNC: Email customercare@gsnc.org
Episode 6: Governance and National Council Session
Tune in to learn how Girl Scouts create change within the Girl Scout movement as delegates and how they can participate in the National Council Session!
In this episode, you will learn about:
- How a Girl Scout Delegate is defined (2:10)
- Beginning steps to becoming a Delegate (4:50)
- Delegates in Service Units (6:32), (10:20)
- National Council Session (7:56)
- Girl Scouts on GSNC's Board of Directors (11:53)
- Girl Leadership Committee (12:13)
- Service Unit Annual Meetings (13:43)
- Inquiring to become a Delegate (16:15)
Feedback form: https://gsnc.wufoo.com/forms/volunteer-connections-podcast-feedback-form-z1ifov060gd0tlc
Support GSNC today: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gsnc/donatenow
Episode 6 Links/Resources:
- GSNC Governance: https://www.gsnc.org/en/about-girl-scouts/our-council/governance.html
- National Council Session: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/national-council-session-convention.html
- Connect with your Service Unit about Governance: Email customercare@gsnc.org
- Register for Live Meetings: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/event-list.html?q=volunteer+connections
- GSNC Programs: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/event-list.html
- GSNC Possibilities and Publications: https://www.gsnc.org/en/about-girl-scouts/our-council/publications.html
GSNC Social Media and Contact Info:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GirlScoutsofNassauCounty/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/gsnc
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlscoutsnassaucounty/
- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/gsncvideo
- Blog: http://girlscoutsofnassaucounty.blogspot.com/
- Contact GSNC: customercare@gsnc.org
Episode 5: Girl Scout Week
Learn about how you can celebrate Girl Scout week with your troop!
In this episode, you will learn about:
· Girl Scout Week Description (1:18)
· How to Celebrate GS Week (2:50)
· Presenting GS Week Activities to your Troop (8:49)
Support GSNC today: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gsnc/donatenow Podcast Feedback Form: https://gsnc.wufoo.com/forms/z1ifov060gd0tlc/
Episode 5 Links/Resources:
- Girl Scout Week and Traditions: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-volunteers/traditions-and-ceremonies.html#traditions
- Girl Scout Faith Planning Resources: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/footer/faith.html
- Ways to Include Faith in Girl Scouting: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/footer/faith/celebrate-faith-event.html
- Girl Scout Week Activity Sheet on the Online Community (OLC): https://member.gsnc.org/t/x2hak8z/girl-scout-week-is-fast-approaching-celebrate-from-march-12th-to-march-18th
- Register for Live Meetings: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/event-list.html?q=volunteer+Connections
- GSNC Programs: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/event-list.html
- GSNC Possibilities and Publications: https://www.gsnc.org/en/about-girl-scouts/our-council/publications.html
- Social Media Channels:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GirlScoutsofNassauCounty/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/gsnc
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlscoutsnassaucounty/
- Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/gsncvideo
- Blog: http://girlscoutsofnassaucounty.blogspot.com/
- Service Unit Info: customercare@gsnc.org
- Contact GSNC: customercare@gsnc.org
Episode 4: New Year Fun and World Thinking Day
Welcome to 2023! Learn about fun new year games for your troop, conversation starters, how Girl Scouts can reflect on their accomplishments, and a special Girl Scout day, World Thinking Day.
In this episode, you will learn about:
· Easy to plan New Year Games (2:18)
· New Year Conversation Starters (7:10)
· How to reflect on Girl Scout Accomplishments (11:53)
· Celebrating World Thinking Day (14:34)
Looking for a specific part of this episode? Use the timestamps to skip to the topic you want to listen to.
Support GSNC today: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gsnc/donatenow
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Episode 4 Links/Resources:
- Girl Scout Right-Left Game Story: https://scoutingweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/PDF/The%20Right%20Left%20Game%20Activity.pdf
- Girl Scout Greeting: (Click on Traditions) https://www.girlscouts.org /en/members/for-volunteers/traditions-and-ceremonies.html#traditions
- World Thinking Day: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/ways-to-participate/global-girl-scouts/world-thinking-day.html
- World Thinking Day Activity Guides with Award Requirements: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/ways-to-participate/global-girl-scouts/world-thinking-day.html
- WAGGGS: https://www.wagggs.org/en/
- World Centres: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/ways-to-participate/global-girl-scouts/world-centers.html
- Register for Live Meetings: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/event-list.html?q=volunteer+Connections
- GSNC Programs: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/event-list.html
- Girl Leadership Committee: Contact customercare@gsnc.org
- GSNC Possibilities and Publications: https://www.gsnc.org/en/about-girl-scouts/our-council/publications.html
Social Media Channels and Contact Info:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GirlScoutsofNassauCounty/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/gsnc
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlscoutsnassaucounty/
- Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/gsncvideo
- Blog: http://girlscoutsofnassaucounty.blogspot.com/
- Service Unit Info: customercare@gsnc.org
- Contact GSNC: customercare@gsnc.org
Episode 3: Winter Activities
You can still keep girls engaged in the cold weather! Learn about winter activities to offer your troop. We’ll highlight specific earned activities like badges and other fun activities like patches and SWAP making.
In this episode, you will learn about:
· Badges (0:40)
· Council and Fun Patches (4:05)
· SWAPS (6:54)
Looking for a specific part of this episode? Use the timestamps to skip to the topic you want to listen to.
Support GSNC today: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gsnc/donatenow
We want to hear from you! Let us know your feedback and suggestions about this podcast: https://gsnc.wufoo.com/forms/z1ifov060gd0tlc/
Episode Resources:
- gsLearn: https://mygs.girlscouts.org/my-account
- OLC Volunteer Connections Group: https://member.gsnc.org/category/volunteer-connections
- Council Patch Programs: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/council-patch-programs.html
- SWAPS: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-volunteers/traditions-and-ceremonies.html#swaps
- Register for Live Meetings: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/event-list.html?q=volunteer+
Social Media Channels and Contact Info:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GirlScoutsofNassauCounty/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/gsnc
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlscoutsnassaucounty/
- Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/gsncvideo
- Blog: http://girlscoutsofnassaucounty.blogspot.com/
- Service Unit Info: contact customercare@gsnc.org
- Contact GSNC: customercare@gsnc.org
Episode 2: Ceremonies and Cookie Season
Learn about helpful resources that will help you plan an Investiture and Rededication ceremony, as well as how to prepare for the 2022/2023 Girl Scout Cookie Season.
In this episode, you will learn about:
- Investiture and Rededication Ceremonies (1:30)
- Girl Scout Planning Resources (7:27)
- Girl Scout Cookie Program (9:58)
- Conversation with Cookie Pros Kathleen and Steve (12:50)
Support GSNC today: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gsnc/donatenow
Let us know your feedback and suggestions about this podcast: https://gsnc.wufoo.com/forms/z1ifov060gd0tlc/
Episode Resources:
- OLC Volunteer Connections Group (Find the ceremony outlines here!): https://member.gsnc.org/category/volunteer-connections
- Additional Ceremonies Information: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-volunteers/traditions-and-ceremonies.html#ceremonies
- Girl Scout Traditions: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-volunteers/traditions-and-ceremonies.html#traditions
- GSNC Cookie Page: https://www.gsnc.org/en/cookies/cookies.html
- Little Brownie Bakers: https://www.littlebrowniebakers.com/
- Register for the Live Meetings: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/event-list.html?q=volunteer+Connections
- GSNC Blog: http://girlscoutsofnassaucounty.blogspot.com/
- Service Unit Info: contact customercare@gsnc.org
- All other GSNC inquiries: customercare@gsnc.org
Episode 1: Starting Your Girl Scout Year Strong
Who doesn’t want to start their Girl Scout year, knowing the best tips to use? In this first episode, we'll highlight the most important resources we think will help you begin the 2022/2023 Girl Scout year with a bang!
In this episode, you will learn about:
- Time management tips (2:20)
- Building a strong Co-Leader Relationship (6:14)
- How to plan Girl-Led meetings (9:28)
- Money Earning Activities (13:00)
Support GSNC today: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gsnc/donatenow
Let us know your feedback and suggestions about this podcast: https://gsnc.wufoo.com/forms/z1ifov060gd0tlc/
Episode Resources:
- VTK Log-In: https://mygs.girlscouts.org
- Award and Badge Explorer: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/badges-journeys-awards/badge-explorer.html
- Possibilities: https://www.gsnc.org/en/about-girl-scouts/our-council/publications.html
- Mags&Munchies: https://www.gsnc.org/en/cookies/mags-munchies.html
- Goal Setting with Girls: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/tips-for-troopleaders/programming/goal-setting-is-the-most-powerful-lesson.html
- Troop Money Earning Application: https://www.gsnc.org/en/for-volunteers/online-support-for-volunteers/troop-money-earning-application.html
- OLC Volunteer Connections Group:https://member.gsnc.org/category/volunteer-connections
- Register for the Live Meetings: https://www.gsnc.org/en/events/event-list.html?q=volunteer+Connections
- GSNC Blog:http://girlscoutsofnassaucounty.blogspot.com/
- Service Unit Info: contact customercare@gsnc.org
- All other GSNC inquiries: customercare@gsnc.org
Introducing: Volunteer Connections
Welcome to the Volunteer Connections podcast, coming to you from Girl Scouts of Nassau County (GSNC) in Long Island, NY! This podcast is for all Girl Scout volunteers. Tune it to join Cathy, a GSNC staff member, as she shares the resources you need to feel knowledgeable and confident in your volunteer role.