Volunteer Voice: Our e-newsletter for volunteers comes out the
second week of each month with up-to-date tips (archived below) and happenings for
every Girl Scout program
level (see buttons below). Become a member or volunteer today
to get on the mailing list.
July 2022
Pro tip: As you renew and prepare for the 2022-2023 membership
year, you can get a head start on planning the year in Volunteer Toolkit, catch up on
training in gsLearn, review available resources, and get inspired at our annual Volunteer
Conference: Joyful Jubilee 2022 , present by Mission Fed. Girl
Scouts San Diego hopes you are taking time to fill your bucket and
enjoy the little things this summer!
June 2022
Pro tip: Honor your commitment to
Girl Scouts with a Lifetime Membership. Young Alum (those who were
youth members and are ages 18-30) and volunteers with 10 or more
years of service may purchase a Lifetime Membership for just $200
(regularly $400). A portion of the Lifetime Membership fee will come
back to our council to support local financial assistance programs.
Log in to MyGS to purchase your Lifetime Membership today.
Already renewed for next year and want to upgrade? We can help!
Contact customercare@sdgirlscouts.org.
May 2022
Pro tip: As the school year comes to an end,
many troops will be bridging and looking forward to the next program
level. Our online learning platform - accessible via your MyGS account - has trainings available for
bridging and all program levels, from Blasting into Brownies, Jumping
into Juniors, and all the way through to Seniors and Ambassadors.
Prepare your troop for an awesome ceremony by reviewing 623 Virtual
Office Hours: All about Bridging in gsLearn and reserving one of our portable bridges, purchasing bridging kits, and renewing your Girl Scouts during the Early Bird
Campaign (May 1-31) for great troop incentives.
April 2022
Pro tip: Girl Scouts is an outstanding
leadership organization thanks to the exceptional effort put forward
by volunteers. Volunteering is a work of heart, and we know Girl
Scouting could not happen without our amazing volunteers! Take time
this month for yourself, self-care, and demonstrate to our Girl Scouts
how to balance life while being your best self.
February 2022
Pro tip: Our largest girl entrepreneur
program—the Girl Scout Cookie Program—is now in full swing, with girls
eager to achieve their goals. Girl Scouts of all ages are out there
being creative in marketing their cookies, and we will start seeing
booths tomorrow, Friday, Feb. 11!
January 2022
Pro tip: Log in to
your MY GS to view your troop information to ensure all members are
registered and in the correct roles. Check out gsLearn for the new
required Mandated Reporter Training (a.k.a. child abuse prevention
training) and other courses that will help you have a successful year.
Is your troop ready for cookies? The troop cookie manager (TCM) plays
an important role in a successful cookie program. Check in with your
TCM to confirm they have completed their 2022 Troop Cookie Manager
Training.
December 2021
Pro tip: As you are working with your
troop to set realistic goals for the cookie program, tie your discussions into
this season of giving, and remind them to plan for some of their time
and funds to go toward helping others.
With cookies
right around the corner, please take a moment to update your meeting
information, review your roster, and consider opening your troop to
new members. Visit MyGS/VTK by going to sdgirlscouts.org, click on MyGS/VTK in
the top right corner, and log into your MyGS account. You will find
your meeting and troop information under My Troop(s) on the menu. If
you need assistance or are willing to open your troop to more girls
and adults, please reach out to customercare@sdgirlscouts.org.
November 2021
Pro tip: Have you attended a service unit meeting lately? A service unit
is a group of Girl Scout volunteers working in your neighborhood to
support troops. The service unit (or SU) team is an essential support
system that organizes training, mentorship, girl programming, and
membership support for volunteers, girls, and caregivers. The
volunteers in your SU are a fabulous resource! We are honored to work
with you to build girls of courage, confidence, and character each and
every day. If you are unsure of your service unit, email customercare@sdgirlscouts.org.
October 2021
Pro tip: Jump start your Girl Scout year
with an event planned for you! Workshops for earned badges, journeys,
and fun are being hosted by Girl Scouts San Diego and our many community partners. Our events calendar is updated regularly
with new opportunities, both in-person and virtual, to fit every Girl
Scout troop’s interests and needs. Make sure each Girl Scout has her
Girl Health
History and Annual Permission form completed as you embark on
the new Girl Scout Year!
September 2021
Pro tip: Volunteer Conference sessions are
now available to all Girl Scout members throughout September and
October, free of charge! Our presenters are eager to share the content
they carefully prepared for you and will host sessions individually in
an environment that limits the complexity of interactions where small
groups can be together to include in-person and virtual meet-ups. Join
us for a variety of workshops, such as: meaningful conversations with
girls in ‘Coming to Terms,’ tips and tricks for successful cookie and
fall program sales in ‘Power Hour and Other Marketing Strategies,’ and
basic archery techniques in ‘Archery Fun!' Visit tinyurl.com/welcome-home-signup to register today.
August 2021
Pro tip: Earlier in August, the Volunteer
Toolkit underwent its annual system upgrades and is ready to help
you and your troop thrive! From enhanced features (Choose meetings
that can be done virtually or in-person safely! Discover easier to
navigate meeting plans!) to new badges to check out (28 new badges in STEM,
entrepreneurship, and digital leadership!), there’s lots to explore to
set your troop up for a smooth and successful year. Be sure to renew your
membership by Aug. 30, as unrenewed leaders will lose VTK access
on Sept. 1!
July 2021
Pro tip: With summer break in full-swing, we
hope you, your girl, and your troop are taking some much-needed time
to get rejuvenated for the coming year. Whether you’re getting a
head-start on planning the year in Volunteer Toolkit, catching up on
training in gsLearn, getting inspired at Volunteer Conference 2021, or
simply taking a break, Girl Scouts San Diego hopes you are taking time
to fill your bucket and enjoy the little things. For some impactful
mental health and wellness inspiration, check out one of GSUSA’s
previous Campfire Chats on topics like Taking
Charge of Your Well-being, Self-Care for Overachievers, Journal
Writing in Quarantine, and more!
June 2021
Pro tip: Being a lifetime member is about championing the
next generation of change-makers by investing in the world’s largest
leadership development organization for girls! Right now, young alums
(under the age of 30) and 10+ year volunteers can take advantage of a
special $200 membership! Just select your membership product at
checkout from your MyGS account. A lifetime membership also makes a
wonderful gift for the graduating Girl Scouts in your life. Already a
lifetime member? Lifetime members must renew their volunteer roles
every year so we know you want to continue in that position. Log into
your MyGS account to renew your roles today!
May 2021
Pro tip: With summer around the corner,
girls are gearing up for a break from school and adventures in the
outdoors. For our leaders, this might mean a break from troop
meetings too, so use this opportunity to explore the available
trainings in gsLearn! Our new online learning platform is accessible
through your MyGS account and has dozens of online
trainings available at your fingertips. From program-level-specific
trainings for every age, to higher awards trainings, to troop
treasurer training, there is a ton to explore in gsLearn. There are
even recordings from previous Troop Support virtual office hours on
a variety of useful topics. Visit the Training page to take a look at available
courses in gsLearn or view this video which will walk you
through how to access it for the first time.