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Frequently Asked Questions - Troop 7237
1) How do I register my daughter for Troop 7237?
To register, you will need to fill out the member registration form, as well as pay the $12 membership dues. These forms are not located online, but can be found at any girl scout store or with either troop leader (Nina Grande & Kristy Cole). As soon as your form and dues have been turned in (to any girl scout store), your daughter will be officially registered and can begin attending meetings.
2) What is the $12 membership dues used for and do I have to pay it every year?
All members are required to pay the $12 membership dues, annually. The entire $12 membership fee is sent to Girl Scouts of the USA. GSUSA uses the membership fees to support program development and services on a national level. A portion of the membership fee is also used to provide a basic accident protection plan.
3) In addition to the $12 annual membership dues, are there any other troop dues collected throughout the year?
Yes - beyond the $12 membership dues paid each year, the troop sets a dues amount to be collected weekly, monthly, or periodically to help cover the costs of activities, patches, and supplies for the troop. Each troop sets its own budget based on the goals of the girls in the troop. This year, Troop 7237 has decided to collect $3 at each meeting.
4) Once my daughter has been registered, what forms do I need to fill out?
After she has been registered (by completing the membership application and paying the $12 fee), the following 2 forms must be completed and put on file with the troop leader: Medical Form (GSSJC F-185) and Permission Slip (GSSJC F-204).
5) How often does Troop 7237 meet, where and when?
Troop 7237 meets every other Monday, at the Clear Lake United Methodist Church (16335 El Camino Real, Houston, TX 77062), in room 411, from 6:30pm to 8:00pm.
6) If I would like to participate in any of the troops activities (ie, meetings, camping trips, cookie sales, fall product, etc.), what do I need to do?
Women and men over the age of 17, not enrolled in high school, can join Girl Scouts as adult or Lifetime members. A completed "Volunteer Application" (GSSJC F-39), and an approved Criminal Background Check is required, plus the annual $12 membership dues. Girl Scout uniforms are not required for girls or adults. However, related expenses such as personal transportation, program event fees and uniforms are discretionary and fall under the responsibility of the volunteer. Financial assistance is available.
7) Do men have a place in Girl Scouts?
Certainly! Every volunteer and staff position in Girl Scouts is open to qualified men, as well as women. Most commonly, men join Girl Scouts and volunteer to work with a troop as a "Do-Dad." This Council program allows dads to spend quality time with their daughters and offer support to the troop leadership team. Any male, not enrolled in high school, 18 or older, who is important in the life of a Girl Scout, is eligible to become a "Do-Dad".
8) What forms need to be filled out for overnight trips?
When the troop is ready to do activities outside the meeting place, the following is required:
1. Drivers Checklist (F-477) for each driver of each vehicle. These forms will be retained by the leader/adult-in-charge's master folder during the activity.
2. A first aid kit will be required for each car transportinf girls.
3. Travel packets (folder, envelopes, ect.) for each car containing:
- Adult Emergency Slip (F-22) for each adult in car
- Girl Scout Permission Slip (F-204) for each girl in car
- Girl Scout Medical Information Form (F-185) for each girl in car
- Girl Scout Accident Insurance Voucher (F-579)
- Girl Scout Accident Insurance Information (F-578)
- Emergency Card (F-338) for each adult in car
- Directions and map to location of activity
- Phone number for Emergency Contact
- Phone numbers for the other troop drivers participating in the activity
9) Can a silbiling go on troop activities?
Yes - "tagalongs" are ALWAYS allowed to join Troop 7237. Related expenses such as personal transportation and program event fees are discretionary and fall under the responsibility of the tagalong.
10) What is the Girl Scout website?
http://www.girlscouts.org/
12) What is the San Jacinto Girl Scout website?
http://www.gssjc.org/
13) Where is the nearest girl scout store?
San Jacinto Girl Scout Shop - 1300 Bay Area Boulevard, Houston, 77058 - (281) 282-6077
San Jacinto Girl Scout Shop - 3110 Southwest Freeway, Houston - (713) 292-0300
14) Is Girl Scouts all-year round?
No. However, some troops do meet throughout the summer. It's a matter of preference.
15) What are the program levels and ages?
- Girl Scout Daisy, grades Kindergarten and 1
- Brownie Girl Scouts, grades 2 and 3
- Junior Girl Scouts, grades 4 and 5
- Girl Scout Cadette, grades 6, 7 and 8
- Girl Scout Senior, grades 9 and 10
- Girl Scout Ambassador, grades 11 and 12
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