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January 20, 2010
 
  
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Got Questions?  Get Answers!
Volunteer Services is here to help you!  If you have a question, comment or suggestion about how we can best help you with your duties as an adult Girl Scout, please email council@nccoastalpines.org.  We are here to help!
 
Girl Scout Week
March 8-12 is Girl Scout Week, and if you want help asking your mayor to proclaim it in your city or town, we have a 'kit' for you at http://www.nccoastalpines.org/home/advocacy/GS_week.aspx.  You can find a sample letter, a sample proclamation - even a sample press release.  It's a great way to get involved and find out more about your city government.  Let us know if Girl Scout Week is proclaimed in your city by sending a copy of the proclamation to mwebb@nccoastalpines.org
 
Clarification - Our Relationship With Old Navy
We want to apologize for some misinformation about our relationship with Old Navy.  Old Navy will (in partnership with GSUSA) develop and sell some uniquely designed Girl Scout T-shirts. However, they will not sell the same merchandise that is carried in Girl Scout shops.  As part of this agreement, we had hoped that Old Navy would allow councils nationwide to conduct cookie booth sales at their stores. Unfortunately, this is not possible on a national level.
 
Look Again!
 
NEW! - Online Leadership Essentials - Need to take Leadership Essentials but can't find the time to attend a face-to-face training?  Don't worry, we have a new option that will save you time and allow you to be trained!  Please visit:  http://training.girlscouts.org and you will be able to take GSUSA's brand new Online Leadership Essentials!  That's right; you can take the class sitting in front of your computer in your PJs!  It is in two parts (which includes the GSUSA Online Orientation- password required: discover), and both must be taken to complete the course.  The online course takes approximately 1 hour and then the council has the ability to download your answers and review your responses to mark you as "trained"!  Try it today!   If you have questions/comments, please contact Robin Simonton at rsimonton@nccoastalpines.org or 919 600 6329.
 
Justine R.E.A.L. Girl Contest -This is the final stretch of Justine magazine's R.E.A.L. Girl Contest, so encourage your girls to apply and possibly win a feature story in the magazine and a trip. We hope the magazine gets so many submissions that this becomes a yearly contest.  Girl Scouts everywhere are encouraged to tell the world how they are Remarkable, Energetic, Aspirational Leaders by entering the contest. The contest is open only to Girl Scouts aged 13-19, who are working to make the world a better place in their local communities and beyond.  The winner will be featured in an article in Justine telling all about her activities as the R.E.A.L. Girl, and she will win a trip to the Justine offices in Memphis, Tennessee, for a professional photo shoot, as well as other fun prizes. Her troop and her school library will also receive Justine subscriptions. Submissions will be accepted until Wednesday, January 27, and the finalists and winner will be selected in February. For more information and contest rules, check out www.justinemagazine.com.

GS- NCCP Announces a One Time Offer! - Troop Bank Statements Update and Replacement Checks - Two years have passed since the Council merger, and all Troop bank statements and checks should display the correct Council name and Troop number.  It is essential that this important legal information is updated no later than January 25, 2010.  The Council will pay up to $15 to cover the costs of replacement checks for troops that have the wrong name or troop number printed on their checks.
 
To Correct Council Name on Bank Statements  -  If bank statements are not labeled as "Girl Scouts - NC Coastal Pines" (For example, if bank statements state:  "Pines of Carolina" or "Coastal Carolina"), please fax a copy of a recent statement to 919-881-8359 along with a troop contact name, phone number, and email address by January 25, 2010.

To Order New Checks with Correct Council/Troop Name -
•         BB&T accounts - Complete the order form and fax by January 25, 2010. The Finance Department will forward to the appropriate bank.  BB&T will charge the Council account for the processing fee.  
•         RBC Centura and Wachovia accounts - Complete the order form and fax by January 25, 2010.  The Finance Department will forward to the appropriate bank.  Your troop bank account will be charged the check processing fee. When you receive your statement with the charge, make a copy of it and submit it to your Membership Director by March 15, 2010 with a reimbursement request.
•         Troops with accounts at other banks - Troops will need to visit their local branch to request new checks reflecting the required format.  Your troop bank account will be charged the check processing fee. When you receive your statement with the charge, make a copy of it and submit it to your Membership Director by March 15, 2010 with a reimbursement request.


Product Sales News...
Cookie Merchandise - It's Cookie Time in the Girl Scout Shops - We have special cookie theme t-shirts and merchandise just in time for our Cookie Sale!  See our special flyer at the link below and come to the shops to see the new items. http://www.nccoastalpines.org/home/shop/Promotions.aspx
 
What Can a Cookie Do? Video - This video was created to spread the word about the Cookie Program in a fun and interactive way. We know that women of all ages, along with young adults, love our cookies. The video speaks not only to our beloved cookie sale but also to the Girl Scout brand. Feel free to use this video at events, cookie trainings etc. Check out the video today!  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Wy31SsNPv4
 
Top Seller's Tips - Jenny Pate from Wayne County was our council's top cookie seller last year, selling an amazing 4,160 boxes of cookies. Caramel deLites were her customers' favorite cookie and Peanut Butter Patties are hers - and she has some tips for sellers at http://www.nccoastalpines.org/home/CookiesProducts.aspx
 
Girl Scout Cookie Sale Promotion - Follow along with the media promoting the Girl Scout cookie sale at  http://www.nccoastalpines.org/home/media/Cookie_media_10.aspx.  If you know any media in your county that is promoting the sale, please contact Michelle Anysz manysz@nccoastalpines.org so she can add to the list.  Newspapers will be added to the list shortly.


Upcoming Program Opportunities - Share with Your Troop!  
 
Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines Memorial Scholarship - Currently registered Girl Scouts who will be graduating from high school in May/June 2010 and will be attending an accredited institution of higher education can apply for the Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is to promote further education for graduating Girl Scout Ambassadors.  Applications and references must be received by April 5, 2010. To download the application, please visit http://www.nccoastalpines.org/home/JustForGirls/Teens/Awards/Scholarships.aspx
 
Jane S. Barringer Award - Girl Scout Gold Award recipients are eligible to apply for the Jane S. Barringer Award.  This award is a $750 cash scholarship established to honor Mrs. Barringer, an outstanding teen advisor.  A group of her former Girl Scouts, along with the council, has instituted an award in her name to be given to an individual who embodies the principles and spirit Mrs. B works to instill.
Award criteria state that the applicant must:
•    Be a currently registered Girl Scout in Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines
•    Have earned the Girl Scout Gold Award or its equivalent (First Class, Curved Bar, Golden Eagle)
•    Show evidence of academic and/or professional achievement  
•    Exhibit how she incorporates the Girl Scout Promise and Law into every aspect of her life
•    Have a concrete plan for how the award money will be used to further education or skill development
One award is given each year.  For the 2010 award, all applications and references must be received by April 5, 2010.  To download the application, please visit http://www.nccoastalpines.org/home/JustForGirls/Teens/Awards/Scholarships.aspx.
 
If you have any questions regarding these scholarships, please call Terrica at 1-800-284-4475 or email her at thay@nccoastalpines.org.  
 
Camp Guides Available NOW! - Younger Girl and Older Girl camp guides are available online now! Go to http://www.nccoastalpines.org/home/camps/residentcamp.aspx to see what great summer opportunities are available for your favorite Girl Scout. Join us and Camp to the Music this summer!
 
Council Events - Looking for fun and exciting program opportunities for your Girl Scouts? We have lots of great upcoming events.
•        Camp Informational Session- Every Tuesday And Thursday In February- Internet
•        Program Aide Core Training- February 6, 2010- Raleigh Service Center
•        Program Aide Specialty Training: Environmental Ambassador- February 13, 2010- Raleigh
•        Program Aide Specialty Training: Event Planning: February 13, 2010- Raleigh Service Center
•        Daisy Body Talk- February 20, 2010- Alice Aycock Poe Center For Health Education, Wake
                  County
•        Medieval Princesses For Teens- February 20, 2010- Camp Mary Atkinson
•        Midnight Movers- February 20, 2010- Museum Of Life And Science, Durham County
•        Program Aide Core Training- February 20, 2010- Raleigh Service Center
•        Camping Quest- April 23-25,2010- Camp Graham
•        UNC-Chapel Hill Gymnastics Meet- March 20, 2010- UNC-CH, Orange County
•        Footprints In The Clouds - A Step Up! - Meeting March 27, 2010 - Trip June 19-26, 2010
 
 
Follow the links below to learn more about our council-sponsored and community events.
 
Program Opportunities for Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies and Juniors        http://www.nccoastalpines.org/home/JustForGirls/DaisyBrownieJun/ProgramOpp.aspx  
 
Program Opportunities for Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors
http://www.nccoastalpines.org/home/JustForGirls/Teens/ProgramOpp.aspx      
 
Community Events
http://www.nccoastalpines.org/home/events/ProgramOpps.aspx
*These events are not sponsored by the council. If you have any questions regarding registering for this events, please contact the program provider listed for the event.*


Volunteer Services - Reminders   
Spotlight a Volunteer - Is there someone in your area who has done something great?  Let us know so we can highlight their accomplishments in the weekly email.  Send entries with a brief description of what makes this volunteer great to Betsy Wharton at bwharton@nccoastalpines.org.
January/February Adult Learning Opportunities
American Red Cross Babysitter's Training Instructor
Saturday, February 6
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Raleigh Service Center
Pre-requisite: Fundamentals of Instructor Training (FIT) https://www.nccoastalpines.org/home/events/trainingevents/first_aid.aspx
 
Certify to teach girls to become competent responsible babysitters.
 
For information about completing the FIT self-study or information on the program and registration, contact Jane Womack at jwomack@nccoastalpines.org.  For information on sponsorship in exchange for service, contact Eileen Lawlor at elawlor@nccoastalpines.org.
 
Leadership Essentials
1-21-10 - Moore Co.
1-28-10 - New Hanover Co.
1-31-10 - Onslow Co.
2-4-10 - Lee Co.
2-6-10 - Harnett Co.
2-6-10 - Franklin Co.
2-9-10 - Halifax Co.
2-13-10 - Brunswick Co.
2-15-10 - Wayne Co.
2-23-10 - Chatham Co.
 
First Aid/CPR
2-4-10 - Lee Co.
2-6-10 - Harnett Co.
2-6-10 - Franklin Co.
2-9-10 - Halifax Co.
2-13-10 - Brunswick Co.
2-15-10 - Wayne Co.
2-23-10 - Chatham Co.
 
Outdoor Skills
2-28-10 - Vance Co. - outdoor skills planning session; overnight weekend March 6-7, 2010 at Camp Graham.
 
First Aid/CPR
1-21-10 - Wake Co. - CPR Review
1-23-10 - Cumberland Co.
2-18-10  - Orange Co. - CPR Review - must be current within 30 days of expiration date
2-18-10  - Orange Co. - CPR Challenge - there is no review for this class
2-18-10  - Orange Co. - CPRO Challenge - for professional rescuers only
2-20-10 - Orange Co. - First Aid & CPR - complete class
2-27-10 - Wake Co. - First Aid & CPR - complete class - must take both first aid & CPR portions
 
Online CPR
2-8-10 - Cumberland Co.
2-18-10 - Orange Co.
2-20-10 - Orange Co.
2-24-10 - Wake Co.
 
 
Thank you for all you do!  We appreciate your dedication to the girls in our communities.  If you have any questions or comments, contact Betsy Wharton at bwharton@nccoastalpines.org
 
Sincerely,

Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines
P. O. Box 91649
Raleigh, NC 27675
919/782-3021
800/284-4475
919/782-2083 - fax


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