Just as you’ll receive support throughout your volunteering experience, when you reach the end of your Girl Scout year, you’ll want to talk with your support team about the positive parts of your experience, as well as the challenges you faced. The end of your troop year, camp season, overseas trip, or series/event session is just the beginning of your next adventure with Girl Scouting! If you’re ready for more opportunities to volunteer, or know someone who is, be sure to let our Council Membership Support Team know how you’d like to be a part of girls’ lives in the future—whether in the same position or in other, flexible ways. Volunteer Appreciation Month Volunteer Appreciation Week—a special week in April—is set aside especially for you. Girl Scouts pay tribute to the volunteers who help girls make the world a better place. The week centers on the standing National Girl Scout Leaders’ Day (April 22). Annual Conference The Annual Conference is held year in April. Annual Conference is an opportunity for all Council members (volunteers, staff, and Board members) to come together socially to celebrate and award member success and dedication, receive valuable professional development, share best practices, and update members on Council efforts and business strategies. In addition, elected delegates participate in the Annual Business Meeting which elects members to the Board of Directors and reviews changes to by-laws and governance. This year’s Annual Conference will be held on April 27-28, 2018 in Boise, ID. EVERYONE IS INVITED! We encourage you to participate by: Nominating outstanding Volunteer Girl Scouts for recognition at the Annual Awards Luncheon. See Appendix: 2017-18 Volunteer Recognitions Manual for list of awards, qualifications, and how to nominate an outstanding Volunteer member. Contact for questions and assistance. Volunteering as a delegate for the Annual Business Meeting. Delegates are elected in the fall by each Service Unit so that every service area is represented. Registering and attending the Annual Conference, includes: Friday night reception Saturday morning round table discussions and workshops Saturday afternoon Awards Luncheon, honoring outstanding service by volunteers and staff
Just as you’ll receive support throughout your volunteering experience, when you reach the end of your Girl Scout year, you’ll want to talk with your support team about the positive parts of your experience, as well as the challenges you faced. The end of your troop year, camp season, overseas trip, or series/event session is just the beginning of your next adventure with Girl Scouting! If you’re ready for more opportunities to volunteer, or know someone who is, be sure to let our Council Membership Support Team know how you’d like to be a part of girls’ lives in the future—whether in the same position or in other, flexible ways. Volunteer Appreciation Month Volunteer Appreciation Week—a special week in April—is set aside especially for you. Girl Scouts pay tribute to the volunteers who help girls make the world a better place. The week centers on the National Girl Scout Leaders’ Day (April 22). Annual Conference The Annual Conference is held year in April. Annual Conference is an opportunity for all Council members (volunteers, staff, and Board members) to come together socially to celebrate and award member success and dedication, receive valuable professional development, share best practices, and update members on Council efforts and business strategies. In addition, elected delegates participate in the Annual Business Meeting which elects members to the Board of Directors and reviews changes to by-laws and governance. This year’s Annual Conference will be held on April 27-28, 2018 in Boise, ID. EVERYONE IS INVITED! We encourage you to participate by: Nominating outstanding Volunteer Girl Scouts for recognition at the Annual Awards Luncheon. See Appendix: 2017-18 Volunteer Recognitions Manual for list of awards, qualifications, and how to nominate an outstanding Volunteer member. Contact for questions and assistance. Volunteering as a delegate for the Annual Business Meeting. Delegates are elected in the fall by each Service Unit so that every service area is represented. Registering and attending the Annual Conference, includes: Friday night reception Saturday morning round table discussions and workshops Saturday afternoon Awards Luncheon, honoring outstanding service by volunteers and staff standing
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