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“Girl Scout Day” proclaimed by Missouri Governor Jay Nixon

gsmoheartland — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 19:52:15 +0000

Girl Scouts across the state of Missouri celebrated when Missouri Governor Jay Nixon signed Senate Bill No. 649 into law on June 29, 2010, proclaiming March 12 as “Girl Scout Day” in Missouri. The proclamation will be issued annually for that day, recommending Missouri residents to recognize Girl Scouts, the premier leadership development organization for girls.

Girl Scouts was founded by Juliette Gordon Low on March 12, 1912. Low assembled 18 girls from Savannah, Georgia, for a local Girl Scout meeting. She believed that all girls should be given the opportunity to develop physically, mentally, and spiritually. With the goal of bringing girls out of isolated home environments and into community service and the open air, the country’s first Girl Scouts hiked, played basketball, went on camping trips, learned how to tell time by the stars, and studied first aid.

Girl Scouting in the state of Missouri began in 1918, when the St. Louis City and County Council of Girl Scouts (now Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri) was established. In 1923, the Kansas City area council was formed; and in 1954, additional councils formed in the central and southern areas of the state, including those that are now Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland. Today, more than 88,000 girls, supported by 25,500 volunteers in the state of Missouri join a membership of more than 3.4 million Girl Scouts across the United States. On March 12, 2012, Girl Scouts will celebrate its 100th anniversary.

Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. Girls in grades K -12 join for fun and friendship, but they also benefit from clear developmental outcomes that will serve them for the rest of their lives. In partnership with committed adult volunteers, girls discover a stronger sense of self, connect through healthy relationships with others in an increasingly diverse world, and take action in their local and global communities – these are just a few of the many ways that Girl Scouts empowers girls to become leaders. All Girl Scout experiences are intentionally designed to tie to one or more of the 15 national leadership outcomes, or benefits.

For more information about Girl Scouts, please visit www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org, or call 877-312-4764.

Dear Girl Scout Volunteer

gsmoheartland — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:27:25 +0000

Dear Girl Scout Volunteer,

On behalf of Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland, I would like to thank you sincerely for giving your time and your talents to girls. Providing a safe, effective and inspiring Girl Scout Leadership Experience to more than 16,000 girls across a 68-county jurisdiction requires an immense amount of support.

As a volunteer Girl Scout leader, you are entrusted to mentor and encourage girls today – so that they may take the lead tomorrow. Every day, we hear stories in our office about the great things that girls are doing – discovering a stronger sense of who they are and what they believe, connecting with new friends and new worlds, and taking action in their local, national and global communities. These girls are extraordinarily fortunate to have volunteers like you as they engage in these processes.

April 22 is Girl Scout Leader’s Day, a special day in Girl Scouts to celebrate our volunteer Girl Scout troop leaders. Although we recognize you today, I hope you know how much you are appreciated each and every day. We all know that Girl Scouts exist for girls, but volunteers like you ensure that our mission to serve them is fulfilled.

For your time, your skills and your hearts: Thank you.
Yours in Girl Scouting,
Jennifer M. Orban, CEO
Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland, Inc.

Save the Date: 16th Annual Girl Scout Golf Invitational

gsmoheartland — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 16:42:14 +0000

Save the Date!

Monday, August 9, 2010
Meadow Lake Acres Country Club
New Bloomfield, MO
1:00 pm Tee-off 4-Person Scramble

Registration coming soon!
Register your team by August 1st by calling 1-877-312-4764 x1418
or emailing rtrout -at- girlscoutsmoheartland dot org.

All proceeds benefit Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland, Inc.

Girl Scout volunteers honored

gsmoheartland — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 15:58:36 +0000

At the first annual meeting for Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland, held on March 27 in Branson, Mo., ten outstanding volunteers were honored for their contributions to the organization. Fellow volunteers nominated Karla Geerlings (Columbia, Mo.), Renee Hobbs (Cassville, Mo.), Christy Lane (West Plains, Mo.), Lori Powderly (Cape Girardeau, Mo.), Nani Wilde (Nevada, Mo.) and Deidre Wipke-Tevis (Columbia, Mo.) to receive the Girl Scout Appreciation Pin.

Geerlings was applauded by her peers for her for her generous spirit, dedicated work ethic and contagious enthusiasm. Hobbs, who currently volunteers as the Girl Scout troop organizer and orientation trainer in Barry County, was recognized for her consistent and enthusiastic efforts to support Girl Scouting. Lane, the volunteer service team manager for Ozark, Howell and Oregon Counties, was nominated for her helpfulness to other volunteers and her commitment to carrying out the principles of the Girl Scout Promise and Law. Powderly was recognized for her positive mentorship of girls and her efforts to increase the visibility of Girl Scouting. Wilde awarded the Girl Scout Appreciation Pin for her efforts coordinating events for Vernon County Girl Scouts, teaching girls about nature, and ensuring that Girl Scouting is accessible to all girls. Wipke-Tevis was recognized for her efforts coordinating special events for girls in the area and the countless hours that she gives to help train other volunteers.

The Girl Scout Honor Pin was awarded to Timpe for her positive attitude and her extensive efforts in coordinating events for Girl Scouts in Cape Girardeau and to Wingert for her efforts in community service, planning Vernon County Girl Scout events and ensuring that girls do their best.

Mason and Rorrer received the Girl Scout Thanks Badge for their contributions to the counties in which they volunteer. Mason has been a Girl Scout volunteer for ten years, and currently serves as the volunteer Girl Scout service team manager for Vernon County. She gives extensive time and support to the Girl Scout cookie program, her fellow volunteers, and girls throughout Vernon County. Rorrer, a long-time Girl Scout volunteer, currently serves as the co-service team manager for southeast Springfield. She was honored for her efforts in the Girl Scout community, which include offering her expertise as a trainer and mentor for new volunteers and helping to plan events for Girl Scouts in Greene County.

“We are very grateful for the continued support and contributions of volunteers like these women,” says Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland CEO Jennifer M. Orban, “Girl Scouts could not exist without the time, energy and heart that they give to the girls.” Awardees who were in attendance at the event were presented with framed certificate and pins. Geerlings, Powderly and Timpe could not attend, but will receive their awards at upcoming volunteer meetings.

About the Girl Scout Leadership Experience

Girl Scouting is about building strong leaders. Founded in 1912, Girl Scouting is the premier leadership development organization for girls ages 5-17 in America. With 3.7 million members worldwide, Girl Scouts has a strong history of encouraging girls to become strong, confident young women. The Girl Scout Leadership Development Experience encourages girls to engage not just in traditional activities and service projects, but also in the process of leadership. Through hands-on opportunities, girls learn-by-doing in cooperative group settings and empowering individual explorations. Girl Scouting helps girls discover a strong sense of self, connect with others in a changing world, and take action to help make the world a better place.

About Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland

Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland serves 20,000 girls in 68 counties, who are developing crucial life skills that help them grow courageous and strong so they can make wise choices in today’s world and beyond. To volunteer your time, make a donation, or join Girl Scouts, call 877-312-4764 or visit us on the web at www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org.

Extended Cookie Sales – Special Troop Offer

gsmoheartland — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:23:01 +0000

First of all, we wanted to take a moment to tell you how much we appreciate all of your effort and support during the 2010 Cookie Program!

The 2010 cookie season has had many new and exciting opportunities, but with that we have had challenges (or learning experiences).

This year ABC started a new ordering process, so whatever we have in the four warehouses – we own.

Our challenges have become your opportunity to earn additional funds for your troop. We have cleared out the warehouses and have more cookies than we need.

This is why we are able to offer troops a one-time increased proceeds on cookie sales (while supplies last).

You can earn $2 per box on cookies sold AND no additional paperwork! Here’s how:

All troops who come to a service center and purchase cookies between 3/15/2010 and 3/31/2010 will get the following perks:

Troop Profit: $2.00/ per box

Can purchase mixed cases

No Paperwork Due

Note:

All purchases will need to be in full cases, these can be mixed cases (total of 12 boxes).
Must pay at time of purchase ($24.00/ per case) with a troop check only or NO discount will be given.
In order to streamline this process (no paperwork), additional cookies picked up will not count towards girl recognitions, cookie credit, troop or SU bonuses.
All direct selling to the public must be completed by April 30, 2010.
Additional cookies purchased and troop proceeds earned must be documented on your annual Troop Financial Report due on July 1st.
All sales to the public will continue at $4.00/ per box – no exceptions.
It is the responsibility of the troop to collect on any insufficient funds checks received for cookies sold during this time period.

This is a great opportunity for those troops who are planning to go on a trip or want to help girls attend resident camp this summer!

Stop by one of the five service centers to pick up your cookies today!

Cookies will only be available in the service center cookie cupboards. You can still call ahead for larger orders.

If you are unable to come to a service center, please contact your community/membership development specialist to make arrangements for a delivery.

Toll Free: 877-312-4764

Cape Girardeau Service Center, 1432 Kurre Lane, Cape Girardeau, MO x1503

Dexter Service Center, 1420 Girl Scout Way, Dexter, MO x1423

Jefferson City Service Center, 230 Metro Drive, Jefferson City, MO x1337

Joplin Service Center, 1029 E 7^th Street, Joplin, MO x1215

Springfield Service Center, 210 S. Ingram Mill Road, Springfield, MO x1132 or 1133

All service center cupboard hours are as follows: Monday – Friday 11:00 am – 4:30 pm and Saturday, March 20^th from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.

All service centers will be CLOSED on 3/17/2010 and 3/27/2010 due to a previously scheduled staff meeting and annual meeting.

Thinking about summer camp? Tour the property!

gsmoheartland — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:47:31 +0000

Thinking about summer camp?
Come tour the property by hayride (weather permitting), meet the camp director, check out the facilities, and sign up for camp!
Date: April 10, 2010….
See flyer for more info!

GSMH Shop Sale: March 11th & 12th

gsmoheartland — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 22:04:45 +0000

Girl Scout Birthday Week: March 7^th to 13^th

Girl Scout Birthday Sale: March 11-12

On March 11^thand 12^th come to a GSMH Retail Shop to pull a candle out of the birthday cake and receive 5% to 25% off your total purchase! This special will include all in-stock items and clearance items.

Thursday: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Friday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Stop in to take advantage of the wonderful discounts and to help us Celebrate National Girl Scout Week!

Leader’s Weekend Patch

gsmoheartland — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:45:06 +0000

The patch available for Leader’s Weekend has been released!

For ordering information, and more information about Leader’s Weekend, see the Enrichment Training Opportunities – Leader’s Weekend page on the Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland Web site.

ABC Baker Lemonades – No Quality Issue

gsmoheartland — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:35:00 +0000

Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland and ABC Bakers would like to clarify that Girl Scout Lemonades cookies sold by Girl Scouts in the Missouri Heartland Council are not affected by recent quality concerns with Little Brownie Baker’s Lemon Chalet Crème cookies. The Lemonades cookies that are part of our Girl Scout Cookie Program are tested regularly by our baker, which had not detected any evidence of oil rancidity or quality withdrawal. Given the inherent stability of the oils that ABC Bakers has chosen for its formulations, we do not expect to experience any issues similar to those that Little Brownie Baker is currently experiencing with its Lemon Chalet Crèmes.

Girl Scout Cookie Program continues with direct sales

gsmoheartland — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 19:29:13 +0000

If you’ve already ordered your favorite Girl Scout Cookies, they’re here and delivery has begun!

If you missed the first round or would like more, don’t worry. From now until March 14, girls throughout central and southern Missouri, southeast Kansas and northeast Oklahoma will
continue to sell Girl Scout cookies through direct sales, including door-to-door and at booths outside local merchants. “The direct sales component of the Girl Scout Cookie Program is an important one for girls,” says Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland CEO Jennifer M. Orban, “they get hands-on experience in customer service, accounting and teamwork.” Customers also benefit from the instant gratification of walking away with their favorite Girl Scout cookies!

This year, there are eight cookie varieties available: Thin Mints, Caramel deLites, Peanut Butter Patties, Peanut Butter Sandwich, Shortbread, Thanks-A-Lot, Lemonades and Daisy Go Rounds (five 100-calorie packages in each box). Cookies are $4 per box and all proceeds support leadership program activities, financial assistance, volunteer training and other resources for area Girl Scouts. Find a Girl Scout cookie booth near you by using the booth locator tool at www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org.

The Girl Scout Cookie Program teaches girls leadership and teamwork skills that they will carry with them throughout their lives. Together, they set goals, work to achieve them, and budget their proceeds for troop activities and community service projects. To purchase Girl Scout cookies, volunteer your time, make a donation, or join Girl Scouts, visit us on the web at www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org or call 877-312-4764.

About the Girl Scout Leadership Experience

Girl Scouting is about building strong leaders. Founded in 1912, Girl Scouting is the premier
leadership development organization for girls ages 5-17 in America. With 3.7 million members
worldwide, Girl Scouts has a strong history of encouraging girls to become strong, confident
young women. The Girl Scout Leadership Development Experience encourages girls to engage
not just in traditional activities and service projects, but also in the process of leadership.
Through hands-on opportunities, girls learn-by-doing in cooperative group settings and
empowering individual explorations. Girl Scouting helps girls discover a strong sense of self,
connect with others in a changing world, and take action to help make the world a better place.

About Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland