Citrus Peel 2018

programming, Citrus council has continued to see an increase in older girl (Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors)
retention and participation. Just this past year, the council has launched the Media Girls Team, the Lab Coat
series and will be launching Performing Arts clubs and Outdoor clubs in early 2018.
Our Gifts for Girls program has also spiked, which allow us to serve more girls in lower income families. With
this initial start, girls in underprivileged areas have the opportunity to take part in Girl Scouts. Through their
participation in the fall product program and cookie program they are able to achieve financial stability as a
troop and become self-sustained. The financial aid also allows more programs to be subsidized so that more
girls have an opportunity to take part in overnights, outdoor activities, and special events.
Identifying volunteers with the time and devotion to become leaders is an ongoing process. As our membership
continues to surpass previous levels, there is a need to increase the number of troop co-leaders and even
troop sizes. To address this need, Citrus council is partnering with school districts throughout Central Florida
to offer teacher troop models. While in its early stages of development, this model has the potential to make a
significant impact in our community.
All of us are ‘Girl Scout Strong’, and we must continue to elevate ourselves and those around us. We’re Girl
Scouts after all…it’s what we do.
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