http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org RSS feeds for Girl Scouts Diamonds 60 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/65/Property-Research.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=65 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=65&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/65/Property-Research.aspx Diamonds Council is currently doing research to determine our property needs and plans for a Long Range Property Plan, which will cover a period of five to ten years.  In order to do the very best job of using our resources to assure that girls get the absolute best leadership experience, we would like your ideas about what our property needs are.  Please choose the survey below which matches your Girl Scout position, and complete it by May 31. Thanks in advance for your help with this. Click here to be taken to the links for the surveys.  aloggins Tue, 14 May 2013 17:54:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:65 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/63/Volunteer-Recognized-by-Hands-On-Texarkana.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=63 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=63&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/63/Volunteer-Recognized-by-Hands-On-Texarkana.aspx On Thursday, April 25, a Texarkana Girl Scout volunteer was recognized for her contributions to the Girl Scout Movement at the Hands On Texarkana’s 15th Annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony.  Lisa McDermott was nominated for recognition by the Girl Scouts – Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas for her outstanding commitment to the organization and the Girl Scout Movement.              Lisa currently serves on the Girl Scouts – Diamonds Board of Directors, where she is active on the Property and Strategic Learning Committees.  Lisa’s passion for Girl Scouting goes back to her years working with the Girl Scouts of Conifer Council, where she served in many different roles, including board member, troop leader, council trainer, event coordinator, and PR committee chair.   “Lisa is an amazing volunteer who gives tirelessly of her time and energy.  She combines her professional talents with her volunteer efforts in order to provide excellent services to girls and adults in the Girl Scout world,” stated Diamonds Council CEO, Denise Stewart.  Lisa started her “career” as an amazing volunteer while still a teenager.  She volunteered as a candy striper and a member of various Kiwanis Club youth groups.  As a young professional she reached out to various groups in her community to provide her volunteer services in an enthusiastic way – creating passion and energy in whatever she participated.              When asked what makes Lisa an outstanding volunteer, Stewart replied, “Lisa is the epitome of the community volunteer.  She is interested in the total health and quality of life for her community and fellow citizens.  She gives unselfishly and will do anything in her power to accomplish her goals, and the goals of the organization.  Her value to Girl Scouting cannot be calculated – it is a priceless gift that she has given to girls and volunteers for many years.” jbickers Wed, 01 May 2013 15:38:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:63 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/62/CEO-Vacancy-Announcement.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=62 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=62&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/62/CEO-Vacancy-Announcement.aspx Chief Executive Office Girl Scouts - Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas North Little Rock, Arkansas Headquarters Position to be filled August/September 2013  Apply Immediately for Consideration  The Opportunity Girl Scouts - Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas announces a search for CEO to lead the Council to provide Girl Scouting’s pre-eminent programming to help girls develop as leaders and build confidence by learning new skills.  Membership is for girls ages 5-17 in 79 counties, 74 in Arkansas, 3 in Oklahoma, and 2 in Texas. All Girl Scouting's programs and activities – from camping to computing, arts to engineering, service projects to field trips – are designed to challenge and prepare girls for a future of leadership and achievement. The CEO is accountable for providing leadership, strategic and tactical direction to fulfill the vision of the Council's Board of Directors for the achievement of the organization's critical goals. The CEO directs the Council's day-to-day operations through the senior leadership team. Of particular importance is advancing the Council's relevance in the communities served through outreach and collaboration with community partners. The CEO is responsible for stewardship of the Council's human, material and fiscal assets, providing oversight for policies and practices that affect members, staff, and volunteers.  Of critical importance are the development and implementation of a communications strategy that increases the visibility of the Council and the awareness of the Girl Scout brand, as well as a membership plan that effectively engages girls, families, and volunteers in the Council's large service area, and generates the financial support to achieve those goals.   Girl Scouts - Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas has a current membership of 12,500+ girls, more than 5,200 adult volunteers, and a staff of 64 employees.  Its annual operating budget is $4.8 million.  Headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas, the Council operates additional regional offices in Fayetteville, Fort Smith, Jonesboro, Pine Bluff, and Texarkana. The Council's extensive properties include 8 camps. CEO QUALIFICATIONS The CEO will possess solid and broad based business skills with a minimum of 6 years’ comparable executive-level experience including P/L accountability, and 7 or more years in managerial roles of progressive responsibility.  In addition, we seek excellence across a broad range of executive and managerial functions, including financial management, fund development, and human resources. Additional supporting qualifications include non-profit board relations, communications, program delivery, marketing, and volunteer relations leadership.  It is expected that candidates will possess a minimum of an undergraduate degree, or a combination of experience and specialized training, ideally in a field relating to non-profit governance and administration.   Personal attributes of the CEO will include an understanding of, and commitment to, the Girl Scout Mission, and the passion and ability to be the voice for that Mission across the Council's large service area. The CEO will be a person of strong ideals and integrity who has a combination of vision, strategic, and operational planning abilities and who can serve as a role model of best management practices and effective decision-making.  The new CEO will possess a style of leadership that embraces partnerships, is collaborative, and one that empowers stakeholders to achieve their highest potential, all the while meeting mutually agreed upon accountability measures. The CEO will be recognized as a community leader in the Council’s jurisdiction, or have the executive presence and profile to achieve this quickly after appointment.  A strong commitment to serving girls from all family, community and economic backgrounds is essential.   Skilled executives from corporate, non-profit, or other backgrounds who are dedicated to providing world-class leadership development opportunities for the girls of the counties served are encouraged to apply for this outstanding executive leadership position.  If this is your background and you share a passion for advancing the lives of girls of Arkansas and neighboring communities in Oklahoma and Texas, we want to speak with you. For complete details click here. aloggins Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:15:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:62 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/61/Communication-RE-Boston-Marathon-on-Behalf-of-Anna-Maria-Chavez-National-CEO.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=61 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=61&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/61/Communication-RE-Boston-Marathon-on-Behalf-of-Anna-Maria-Chavez-National-CEO.aspx From:  Anna Maria Chávez, National CEO Date:  April 16, 2013 Subject:  Boston Marathon Yesterday, our nation watched in horror as innocent Americans and athletes from around the world were victimized by the bombs that exploded during the Boston Marathon.  The Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts had a team of runners participating in the Marathon, made up of volunteers who were running to raise money for our Movement.  I am very happy to report that all of our runners and council staff are accounted for and unharmed.  It is important that we remember however, that among the inured are likely to be women and men with a connection to our Movement; who themselves were Girl Scouts, or whose daughters, sisters, mothers, or friends were involved in Girl Scouting at one time in their lives.     The Girl Scout family was attacked yesterday, because the American family was attacked yesterday, and the two are inextricably linked together.  For most of us, this kind of attack on our country gives rise to the palpable feelings of shock, hurt, and remorse carry with them shades of that terrible September morning twelve years ago.  But we must remember that courage trumps fear every time; that our Movement is stronger when we turn towards one another for comfort and strength, and when we remember that for all the damage that a cowardly bomb can inflict, it can never break our spirit, or our will.  Our entire Movement mourns with America today.  We mourn for the precious lives that were lost, and send our love and support to the families of those injured in this horrible act.  We send our thoughts, our prayers, and our love to our sisters and brothers in the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, and we resolve to rededicate ourselves to the core values of our Movement: to be courageous and strong in the face of violence, considerate and caring in the wake of tragedy, and to be a sister to every Girl Scout, in this difficult time of need.  God bless you all on this sad and difficult day. jbickers Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:37:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:61 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/60/Bling-My-Booth-Winners-Announced.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=60 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=60&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/60/Bling-My-Booth-Winners-Announced.aspx Congratulations to the 2013 winners of the council's Bling My Booth contest! In honor of the 5th year of the Diamonds Council, girls were asked to use their booths to demonstrate how Girl Scouting has made an impact.  Girls could use their booths to show their passion for Gift of Caring, how they give back to their communities, the value of sisterhood, the fun in recycling, and the list goes on! First place will receive 25% for troop registration to the Diamonds BIG Festival.  Second place will receive troop t-shirts, designed by the troop, and purchased by the council.  Third place will receive a pizza party for the troop. The 2013 winners are: 1st Place:  Troop 6096, North Hills Service Unit 2nd Place:  Troop 4379, Willow Service Unit 3rd Place:  Troop 5774, Ozark Diamonds Service Unit 1st Place: 2nd Place: 3rd Place: GREAT JOB GIRL SCOUTS! jbickers Tue, 02 Apr 2013 21:47:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:60 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/58/Diamonds-BIG-Festival.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=58 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=58&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/58/Diamonds-BIG-Festival.aspx Diamonds Believe In Girls Festival features 6 different focus paths, each with a unique GSLE-infused curriculum. They will feature guest speakers, individual service project and a strategic partnership with a local, regional or state organization that will amplify the message of the focus path.  Paths for adults will be featured as well. Cost: $30 per individual (girl and adult)  Friday: Jones Center 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm  922 E. Emma Ave.; Springdale, AR Saturday: Jones Center - 8:30 am - 10 pm  Sunday: Crystal Bridges: 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 600 Museum Way; Bentonville, AR For more information click here.  aloggins Wed, 13 Mar 2013 20:26:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:58 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/53/Now-Taking-Applications-for-53rd-National-Council-Session-Delegates.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=53 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=53&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/53/Now-Taking-Applications-for-53rd-National-Council-Session-Delegates.aspx Girl Scouts - Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas is now taking applications for Delegates/Alternates/Visitors to the 53rd National Council Session.  The 53rd National Council Session will be held October 16 - 19, 2014, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Purpose of the National Meeting is to engage in conversations on important topics facing Girl Scouts and all girls, participate in an array of educational opportunities through Girl Scouts University, and network, mingle and renew friendships, while we celebrate the work of the movement. In addition, elected delegates to the convention will participate in the governance work of the session by electing a National Board of Directors and National Board Development Committee, provide direct input to the National Board on major topics to help drive the direction of the Girl Scout Movement, vote on proposals and amendments to the Constitution placed on the agenda, and receive the National Board report on its stewardship of the movement. To learn more or complete a Delegate/Alternate/Visitor Application, please visit the National Council Session page by clicking here. Deadline to apply is March 31, 2013. jbickers Mon, 18 Feb 2013 23:05:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:53 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/52/GSUSA-Centennial-Silver-Dollar-Coming-Feb-28.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=52 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=52&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/52/GSUSA-Centennial-Silver-Dollar-Coming-Feb-28.aspx Girl Scouts - Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas is excited to share with you all that our council has been selected as one of a very few councils in the nation to participate in the unveiling ceremony of the Girl Scouts of the USA Centennial Commemorative Coin.  CEO, Denise Stewart, and 2012 Gold recipient, Stephanie Westberg, of Arkadelphia, AR, will travel to Washington, D.C., to represent the Diamonds Council during this historic unveiling ceremony.   The Diamonds Council is honored to have been selected to attend this very special, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and we are looking forward to sharing photos and information about the festivities after Denise and Stephanie embark on this wonderful journey. The Girl Scouts of the USA Centennial Commemorative Coin Act, signed into law in 2009, authorized the minting of up to 350,000 silver dollar coins in commemoration of the yearlong celebration of our 100th anniversary. On September 22, 2012, Girl Scouts of the USA unveiled the design of the coin at the Gala 100th Anniversary Experience Exhibition Preview and Dinner Under the Stars, hosted by Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas, with Connie L. Lindsey, our National President, and Anna Maria Chávez, our CEO.The coin will be available for sale starting February 28, 2013 noon EST. A surcharge from the sale of each coin is authorized to be paid to Girl Scouts of the USA's national program development and delivery, which helps girls grow into their best selves. And the coolest part? This is the first time the United States Mint has produced a  commemorative coin dedicated to a girls' organization! FAQs Q: How many of the coins will be made? A: The United States Mint will produce a maximum of 350,000 across all product options. The silver dollar coins will be issued in both uncirculated and proof qualities and are legal tender. Q: What's the difference between the uncirculated and proof qualities? A: Proof quality commemorative coins are made from highly polished planchets (coin blanks) and dies and are struck more than once to accent the design. Proof coins receive the highest quality strike possible and can be distinguished by their mirrored background and frosted foreground. Uncirculated quality commemorative coins are manufactured using the same process as circulating coins but with quality enhancements such as high coining force and early strikes from dies. To learn more about commemorative coins, visit the United States Mint's program information pages. Q: How much will the coins be sold for? A: The price of the coin will be $55.95 for uncirculated and $59.95 for proof. Orders received by 5 p.m. March 29, 2013 will take advantage of introductory pricing at $54.95 for proof quality and $50.95 for uncirculated quality. Shipping is $4.95 per order. Q: Can the coins be sold in Girl Scout council shops? A: Yes, councils will be able to order coins directly from the United States Mint. Q: Will Girl Scouts of the USA be selling coins? A: Yes, GSUSA will sell a limited quantity in our shop and online. Q: How do I purchase a coin from the United States Mint? A: On February 28, 2013 noon EST, you can either call 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468) or order online. Feel free to request a brochure with an order card directly from the United States Mint, by calling the above phone number. Q: Will Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) benefit from the sale of these coins? A: GSUSA is authorized to receive a surcharge of $10 per coin sold after the United States Mint has recouped all of their costs and has verified that GSUSA has recorded matching funds equal to the surcharges GSUSA is to receive from the United States Mint. Per the legislation passed by the Congress authorizing the coin, surcharges received by GSUSA are to be used for Girl Scout program development and delivery. Plans for specific use of the surcharges will be discussed as part of FY2014 planning and budgeting. View the flyer for the coin here. jbickers Mon, 18 Feb 2013 19:52:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:52 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9/An-Important-Message-from-Girl-Scouts--Diamonds-Council.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=9 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=9&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9/An-Important-Message-from-Girl-Scouts--Diamonds-Council.aspx Dear Girl Scout Family,    The mission of Girl Scouting is to build girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place.  As we celebrate 100 years of rich history, and look ahead to the next 100 years of providing the premier leadership experience for girls, we aim to stay true to our values – the cornerstones of leadership, sisterhood, and inclusion.    Visibility of Girl Scouts increases each year during the Cookie Program – which began January 14th for the Diamonds Council.    We have received a great deal of positive media coverage from local markets across our council’s 79 county coverage area.  But, as many of you have seen, there have been some recent articles circulating through national and social media regarding the Girl Scout organization.  Several of these articles contain false information, are one-sided and do not accurately represent local councils.     As such, the Diamonds Council wants to assure parents, volunteers, community partners and all the friends of Girl Scouting that we do not have any partnership or collaboration with Planned Parenthood, nor do we provide any financial support to this organization.  We believe that health and sexuality are private matters for girls and their families.    In some areas, Girl Scout Troops or groups may offer information to girls on reproductive health.  In all instances, these topics are discussed from an informative rather than advocative, point of view, and the parent or guardian of each girl is notified in advance.  Some Troops may make girls and their families aware of the information and resources available to them on such matters.     Girl Scouts – Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas does not take a position on abortion or birth control, nor do we endorse or provide funding to those organizations that advocate on these issues.  It is also important to note that funds from the Cookie Program stay local and benefit Troops and Service Units in the Diamonds Council by providing programs for our girl members and training/development for our volunteers.  A more complete breakdown of how cookie proceeds are used in our council can be found on our website at http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CookiesMore.aspx.    We are sharing this information with you so that you may know what Girl Scouts – Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas stands for, and to make you aware of the articles currently circulating so that you can be adequately prepared should you  face any questions from others.  Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns. Sincerely, Denise Stewart Barbara Bethell CEO Board Chair jbickers Tue, 15 Jan 2013 19:14:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:9 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/49/A-Message-from-Anna-Maria-Chavez-GSUSA-CEO-Regarding-the-Tragedy-in-Connecticut.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=49 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=49&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/49/A-Message-from-Anna-Maria-Chavez-GSUSA-CEO-Regarding-the-Tragedy-in-Connecticut.aspx Dear Girl Scouts, I write to all of you with a heavy heart.  Indeed, words cannot express the sorrow I feel over the loss of life as a result of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut.  I, like everyone across the country and around the world, was shocked by the terrible tragedy and have grieved for the children and educators who lost their lives, and for the entire Newtown community. On Sunday, I learned that eight of the twelve girls who died were Girl Scouts and that two Girl Scout families lost sons.  The girls were Girl Scout Daisies who wore their uniforms proudly.  The loss of any child brings with it an especially hollowing pain; to know that all of us in our Movement shared with those girls a love of Girl Scouting makes it all the more personal - and heartbreaking.  Yet I know that all of us stand with our sisters at Girl Scouts of Connecticut as they endure with courage and strength this unspeakable tragedy, and I am heartened by the fact that we are developing girls who will lead our society to solutions and approaches that will prevent such tragedies in the decades ahead. So we forge ahead, now more than ever committed to our mission of serving girls, and we do so even as we mourn this devastating and unfathomable loss.  May those who perished and their families always remain in our thoughts and prayers, especially as we gather with our own families during this holiday season. Sincerely, Anna Maria Chavez Chief Executive Officer Girl Scouts of the USA Girl Scouts - Diamonds of AR, OK, & TX echoes the sentiments of our National CEO, Anna Maria Chavez.  Many heartfelt thoughts and prayers to all impacted by this tragedy.  Girl Scouts of Connecticut is planning a memorial service with the Newtown Service Unit in mid-January. At that time, they will be presenting thoughts, prayers, and well-wishes on trefoil art. If you or any of your troops would like to participate, please send these trefoils to the Hartford Service Center, c/o Trefoil Project, 340 Washington St. Hartford, CT 06106.  jbickers Tue, 18 Dec 2012 19:42:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:49 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/47/Calling-All-Girl-Scouts-White-Houses-Equal-Futures-App-Challenge.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=47 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=47&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/47/Calling-All-Girl-Scouts-White-Houses-Equal-Futures-App-Challenge.aspx Do you know any Girl Scouts who use apps on their smartphones, tablet computers, or other mobile devices? If you do, the White House has a fun and educational challenge for them! The Equal Futures App Challenge asks girls to create an app that promotes civic education and/or inspires other girls to serve as leaders in our democracy.    Anna Maria Chávez, CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA, will serve as a judge in the White House's Equal Futures App Challenge, alongside some great people like Jack Dorsey, creator and co-founder of Twitter, Representative Barbara Ballard, Andrew Shue, co-founder of dosomething.org, Senator Lisa Murkowski, and many more. Notable apps will be highlighted on the White House website and in the White House blog. For more on the challenge, go to http://equalfutures.challenge.gov/    Building on President Obama’s challenge at the UN General Assembly in September 2011, the United States will be working with countries around the world as part of a new international effort – the Equal Futures Partnership – to politically and economically empower women.      Individuals can submit their app on http://equalfutures.challenge.gov/ until January 12th, 2013 at 12:00am EDT.  Individuals whose app will be hosted in an app store must submit the app to the store by January 12th, 2013 at 12:00am EDT.  Individuals should submit screenshots or video of their working app as well as a link to the app itself.  Please provide continuous access to the app, a detailed description, and system requirements. jbickers Mon, 03 Dec 2012 19:50:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:47 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/46/Healthy-Media-Commission-Report.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=46 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=46&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/46/Healthy-Media-Commission-Report.aspx On November 13, Anna Maria Chávez, CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA, and the Healthy Media Commission released The Report and Recommendations of the Healthy Media Commission for Positive Images of Women and Girls at the Geena Davis Institute’s Third Symposium on Gender in Media in Los Angeles, California. This report outlines recommendations that support a more positive and gender-neutral media environment for women and promotes the healthy development of a girl’s social, emotional, and physical well-being. Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles CEO Lise Luttgens and several of her girls will participate in the launch event.    Recognizing the need for gender balance and positive portrayals of women and girls in the media, Girl Scouts of the USA—along with the National Association of Broadcasters, the National Cable & Telecommunications Association, the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, and the Creative Coalition—hosted the Healthy Media for Youth Summit at the U.S. Capitol in October of 2010. At the summit, a cross-section of stakeholders gathered to explore this subject and chart a course to promote healthy media for the benefit of all young people. Participants at the summit recommended that a commission be formed to more deeply explore these issues, identify emerging and best practices, and create a sense of shared obligation and commitment to promoting gender balance and positive portrayals of women and girls. The Healthy Media Commission, which grew from an idea proposed at the summit, comprises more than fifty leaders from the media industry, academia, youth-serving communities, and the creative community. Girl Scouts of the USA has been a leader in the work of the Healthy Media Commission and the development of The Report and Recommendations of the Healthy Media Commission for Positive Images of Women and Girls.    The Healthy Media report is unique and innovative because it provides a detailed blueprint of recommendations and strategies for four different categories of stakeholders who impact the media culture, from the media creators themselves to parents, educators, and youth. The belief is that each player has an equal role and responsibility in facilitating change. For each category, recommendations are organized and tailored to empower individuals with the ability to LEARN and to be aware of the depiction of women and girls in the media, to CHOOSE media that uphold high standards, and to EDUCATE others on the importance of the issue. This report is the crucial first step in creating a more positive media environment for women and girls. It identifies emerging best practices, and establishes a climate for change. To access the report and learn more about how you can make a difference, visit www.Girlscouts.org/HealthyMedia. jbickers Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:04:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:46 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/44/TRAHC-Diamonds-Partner-for-100th-Display.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=44 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=44&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/44/TRAHC-Diamonds-Partner-for-100th-Display.aspx Throughout the year, Girl Scouts – Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas has been celebrating the 100th anniversary in a variety of ways. This spring, Girl Scouts set up displays in museums all across the council as a way to formally kick-off Girl Scout Week and celebrate the centennial. Over the summer, programs and encampments offered vintage scouting opportunities to girls at all levels, and at the start of the new Girl Scout year, plans were already underway to keep the 100th going through the end of 2012 with the Oral History Project, Founder’s Day celebrations, and much more. Now, as we are approaching the end of the year, Girl Scouts – Diamonds is excited to collaborate with The Texarkana Regional Arts and Humanities Council to set up a display honoring the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scout Movement. The display will be formally unveiled on Thursday, November 15, 2012 at a reception from 3:00 – 6:00 pm at TRAHC, located at 321 West 4th Street in Texarkana, TX, and will remain up through the end of the year. Everyone is encouraged to visit the display and learn more about Girl Scouting through the years, and take a look back into previous decades of the Scouting Movement through educational pieces, historical artifacts and Girl Scout memorabilia. In addition to the museum exhibition, local Girl Scouts were invited to participate in TRAHC’s Art Wall Project. Girls and leaders participated in art classes led by Ms. Kay Thomas, TRAHC’s ArtsSmart Artist Consultant, through the ArtsSmart Institute. Ms. Thomas worked with the participants to create works of art that communicated the "Whole Role of Scouting," in addition to the common concepts of Scouting, such as cookies and camping. Participants’ ideas were re-created on construction paper and then transformed into art panels that were painted by the original artists and helpers. The panels will be on display on the Art Wall at TRAHC and many of the construction paper art pieces will be displayed in the basement gallery. For additional information about the Texarkana Regional Arts and Humanities Council, or to learn more about the Girl Scout display, or the Art Wall Project, please visit www.trahc.org. jbickers Tue, 13 Nov 2012 22:53:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:44 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/43/GSUSA-Temporarily-Lifted-Fundraising-Restrictions.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=43 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=43&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/43/GSUSA-Temporarily-Lifted-Fundraising-Restrictions.aspx News from Anna Maria Chavez: To ensure that councils are receiving the support that they need in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, we have lifted fundraising restrictions to enable girls to raise money for Girl Scouting recovery efforts in eight councils. To see a list of those councils or to make a direct contribution, please follow the link below. https://donate.girlscouts.org/hurricanerecovery  aloggins Wed, 07 Nov 2012 14:47:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:43 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/42/Diamonds-Own-Morgan-Asbill-Named-Justine-Magazine-REAL-Girl-Semi-Finalist.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=42 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=42&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/42/Diamonds-Own-Morgan-Asbill-Named-Justine-Magazine-REAL-Girl-Semi-Finalist.aspx Morgan Asbill, 16, of Springdale, Arkansas was recently named a Semi-Finalist in the Justine Magazine R.E.A.L. Girl contest.  Morgan is a Girl Scout in the Fayetteville area of the Diamonds Council.  In addition to this most recent honor, Morgan was one of two girls from the Diamonds Council selected as a delegate to the 2012 Girls World Forum, held in Chicago in July. The October/November issue of Justine featuring the R.E.A.L.Girl contest is available now on www.justinemagazine.com.  Justine empowers teen girls by encouraging self-confidence and creativity through articles that focus on real girls and their path to success. The R.E.A.L. (Remarkable, Energetic, Aspirational Leader) Girl contest is held each year and features Girl Scouts who are making a positive impact on their community. Morgan is a strong voice in our council and we are very proud of her!  Congrats Morgan! jbickers Mon, 22 Oct 2012 16:54:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:42 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/41/Fall-Product-Program-Not-Impacted-by-Peanut-Butter-Recall.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=41 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=41&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/41/Fall-Product-Program-Not-Impacted-by-Peanut-Butter-Recall.aspx Girl Scouts - Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas has officially began the Fall Product Program.  As many of you know, our council uses Ashdon Farms to supply the product for the Fall Product Program. Ashdon Farms products are not impacted by the current ongoing recall of peanut butter, nut butters, and related items currently being conducted in connection with product from Sunland, Inc. As you may be aware, there is a growing number of product recalls associated with peanut butter and other nut butters produced by Sunland, Inc., including a large number of products that used nut butters provided by Sunland as ingredients.  Ashdon Farms does not use Sunland as a supplier and therefore has no involvement in the recall. If you have questions regarding the council's Fall Product Program, please feel free to contact us at 800-632-6894.  Thank you! jbickers Thu, 04 Oct 2012 15:25:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:41 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/40/Adult-Chaperones-for-Meet-Me-in-St-Louis-Announced.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=40 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=40&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/40/Adult-Chaperones-for-Meet-Me-in-St-Louis-Announced.aspx We are happy to announce the following chaperones for Diamonds Getaway, "Meet Me in St. Louis:" Sandy Oveson - Sandy has been a troop leader in DeKalb for over a year and sees this as a great opportunity to teach the girls new things and discover something about herself. Angela Tilley - Angela is a leader of 2 troops in the Fort Smith area and is a 9th grade Oral Communication teacher.  She is a believer in the power of travel. Debbie James - Debbie is a 5th & 6th grade teacher and comes from a long-standing Scout family.  Debbie earned her Gold Award and is a lifetime member.  This is her opportunity to really get back into volunteering with Girl Scouts. Theresa Cope - Theresa is a troop leader of newly bridged juniors and is part of the Red Oak Service Unit.  She feels that this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that she is so excited to be a part of. Kenya Joyner - Kenya has been a volunteer for the past 2 years and is now an active troop leader and member of her service team in Forrest City.  She will no doubt be a role model for girls on this adventure. As a reminder - Girl applications are due by October 15.  Click here for more information. jbickers Mon, 01 Oct 2012 19:03:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:40 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/39/International-Day-of-the-Girl.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=39 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=39&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/39/International-Day-of-the-Girl.aspx International Day of the Girl is more than just a day. It is a movement to speak out against gender bias and advocate for girls’ rights everywhere. The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution marking October 11 as the International Day of the Girl.  10.11.12 is bigger than one issue, one organization, or even one country.    The Day of the Girl is about highlighting, celebrating, discussing, and advancing girls lives and opportunities across the globe. When girls come together to talk about what really matters to us, we can teach other people–grownups, boys, and girls all across the world–a new way of thinking about issues like gender stereotypes, discrimination, and opportunity.   Get the girls together in your troop and get a city proclamation. This official declaration provides an opportunity for you to support girls everywhere, and speak out against the stereotypes, obstacles and problems girls still face. It means asking your Mayor or Councilmember to declare 10.11.12 as the Day of the Girl!    Click here to access the Day of the Girl Proclamation Toolkit.    Click here to view more information on Day of the Girl or visit their website.   aloggins Mon, 17 Sep 2012 21:34:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:39 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/38/DEADLINE-EXTENDED-Our-Journey-to-the-Ballot-Box.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=38 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=38&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/38/DEADLINE-EXTENDED-Our-Journey-to-the-Ballot-Box.aspx We are excited to say that we have a great opportunity coming soon that will help Brownie through Ambassador girls earn parts of the citizen badge.  Please take a second to look at the attached flyer regarding the council program “Our Journey to the Ballot Box.”      The 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote, will be on display at the Clinton Presidential Library for only a few days in October. With this being an election year, and the 100th year of Girl Scouting, what better time to educate yourselves, your girls and your communities about the importance of voting, and the struggle that many women went through to make the right for women to vote a reality?     An additional exciting part of this announcement is that we have an opportunity for Cadettes and up to help plan and carryout this girl-led event in conjunction with the Clinton Presidential Library and council staff.    Save the Date:  October 20th, 10am-2pm, Clinton Presidential Library, Little Rock, AR is the date of the actual program “Our Journey to the Ballot Box” that is open to Brownies-Ambassadors.  Please note that this is the same date as the Race for the Cure, but the race participants will be finished before the start time of the program, so please consider doing both if you already had the race on your calendar to do with family or your troops.     Register by October 10, 2012! Our Journey to the Ballot Box Flyer Our Journey to the Ballot Box Committee Application jbickers Tue, 11 Sep 2012 21:18:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:38 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/37/Girl-Scouts-Join-National-Cybersecurity-Awareness-Campaign.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=37 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=37&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/37/Girl-Scouts-Join-National-Cybersecurity-Awareness-Campaign.aspx The Girl Scouts of the USA has partnered with the U. S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and joined the Stop.Think.Connect. Campaign’s National Network. The Stop.Think.Connect. Campaign is a national public awareness effort among government, industry, and non-profits designed to guide the nation to a higher level of Internet security by educating and empowering the American public to be more vigilant about practicing safe online habits. The campaign will provide Girl Scouts with tools and resources to help raise awareness among kids, teens and young adults about emerging online threats and the importance of cybersecurity. This partnership builds on the campaign’s efforts to highlight curriculum resources available to communities as well as to promote cyber security awareness to millions of girls engaged in Girl Scouting. Through this relationship, the Girl Scouts of the USA will advocate and promote cybersecurity awareness across the country. Visit the DHS Stop.Think.Connect. Campaign Materials and Toolkit for information to share with adults and girls to educate them on the importance of staying safe online. jbickers Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:30:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:37 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/36/GSUSA-Featured-Author-from-North-Little-Rock-AR.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=36 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=36&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/36/GSUSA-Featured-Author-from-North-Little-Rock-AR.aspx "Don't fear failure; instead, fear failing to try. Taking the risks necessary to achieve excellence means you must embrace some failure along the path to excellence. My only fear is that I will look back and regret that I didn’t try." ~ Darcy Pattison Darcy Pattison, of North Little Rock, AR, is a featured author in GSUSA's The Studio.  The Studio is a showcase for inspiring storytellers of all kinds, who offer an inside look at how they do what they do.  Darcy is an author of picture books and novels, including two nature books: Prairie Storms, Desert Baths, Wisdom: The Midway Albatross, and 11 Ways to Ruin a Photograph. She also travels to teach her popular Novel Revision Retreat course. She is the 2007 recipient of the Arkansas Governor’s Arts Award, Individual Artist Award for her work in children’s literature. She is currently co-chair of the Children’s Program for the Arkansas Literary Festival. For more information about Darcy Pattison, visit http://www.darcypattison.com. For more information about The Studio, visit http://studio.girlscouts.org/about-us/. jbickers Wed, 05 Sep 2012 18:35:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:36 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/32/Linda-Bragg-Awarded-Highest-Adult-Girl-Scout-Honor.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=32 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=32&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/32/Linda-Bragg-Awarded-Highest-Adult-Girl-Scout-Honor.aspx On July 21, 2012, a Northwest Arkansas woman received the highest award that adult Girl Scouts can earn – the Thanks Badge II.  Linda Bragg, of Lowell, was honored at the Girl Scouts – Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas’ Annual Meeting Luncheon, held at the Holiday Inn – Airport, in Little Rock.  Thanks Badge II recipients are an elite group of Girl Scouts.  As the highest award that adult Girl Scouts can earn, the Thanks Badge II honors a previous Thanks Badge award recipient who has continued to provide exemplary service in a leadership role, resulting in a measurable impact on the Girl Scout Movement.  This award is recognized at the national level by Girl Scouts of the USA and is awarded at the Council level.   Linda comes from a family that genuinely believes in service to their country and community.  Her Girl Scout roots run very deep, beginning as a child in Saline County and following her into adulthood in Northwest Arkansas.  Growing up, Linda’s mother and father instilled in her the wholesomeness of Scouting.  Linda has served in various capacities as an adult in Girl Scouting, and believes that leading her daughters through Girl Scouts was instrumental in exposing countless girls to Girl Scout opportunities and experiences.  One of Linda’s nominators for this prestigious award stated, “Linda is the lifetime volunteer that I aspire to be.”  Those in the Diamonds Council know that Linda’s service on the Board of Directors has been invaluable in moving Girl Scouting into the second century, while preserving its rich past.  She is a forward-thinker who values traditions and looks ahead to the future. Click here to read more about the 2012 Annual Meeting & Service Team Conference, or to view photos from the event! jbickers Thu, 02 Aug 2012 21:11:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:32 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/30/100th-Anniversary-Yearbooks-available-for-pre-order-now.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=30 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=30&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/30/100th-Anniversary-Yearbooks-available-for-pre-order-now.aspx To commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Girl Scouting, the Diamonds Council is offering a special yearbook containing news articles and photos throughout the year.  The yearbook will photos of special 100th Anniversary themed programs throughout the year, as well as, news articles from across the council. The 100th Anniversary Yearbook will be a great way to remember how the Diamonds celebrated the milestone, with everything from the Birthday Bash at the Clinton Presidential Center to 100 Tents for 100 Years, and much more! To pre-order your copy, fill out the form below and submit it to the Communications Department by October 12, 2012. Books will be available for pick up in November, just in time for holiday shopping! Yearbook Information and Order Form jbickers Fri, 27 Jul 2012 16:40:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:30 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/29/Dear-Mr-President.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=29 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=29&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/29/Dear-Mr-President.aspx In November, the United States will make the most important choice it makes every four years. Voters will head to the polls to choose our president! We invite you to get involved and let us know who YOU want to get you THERE!  Make a PSA that sends this message to the candidates competing for the White House:  With the right support for girls today, there will be a stronger generation of female leaders to help make the world a better place tomorrow!  When girls succeed, so does society! Join us in thinking ahead to the election of the President of the United States. What if, come November, we find the media covering stories about what girls think the President needs to do to "get girls there?" It's possible but first we need to involve girls.  Click here to find out how! jbickers Tue, 24 Jul 2012 19:26:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:29 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/28/Girls-World-Forum.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=71&ModuleID=428&ArticleID=28 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=28&PortalID=0&TabID=71 http://www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/CouncilInfo/News/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/28/Girls-World-Forum.aspx   Girls and chaperons attending the Girls World Forum in Chicago this week report having an amazing experience! Parts of their activities include visiting interesting sites in Chicago. Here are Diamonds' representatives to the conference, Morgan Asbill and Emily Smith and chaperon, Misit McCollum enjoying themselves on the shore of Lake Michigan!    aloggins Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:32:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:28