Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland

🌈 Having fun with hands-on activities is crucial for kids to engage in STEM. Girl Scouts does it right—more than 90% of girls from K-12 have a great time with our STEM programs! 🌟 Explore how STEM cultivates innovative thinking in young female leaders: https://bit.ly/3DN9gBG 🔍

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Did you know? The first s’more recipe was published in the 1927
Girl Scout guidebook “Tramping and Trailing with the Girl Scouts”! 💚

The recipe was credited to troop leader Loretta Scott Crew and was intended to feed 16 scouts. It called for: 16 graham crackers, 8 plain chocolate bars, and 16 marshmallows. Yum! 😋

Pictured: Girl Scout Cadettes roast marshmallows over a campfire, 1940's. We've always loved a good s'more! 😊

How do you s'more? Let us know in the comments! 👇🏼 🤔

Troop 70499 from Springfield, Missouri traveled to Kansas City, Missouri and were able to use their Cookie funds to fuel a fantastic weekend! 🤩✨

From August 2-4, they visited the Central Library and Hallmark Visitor Center to complete scavenger hunts and spent a whole day at Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun. 🎢🌎🌊

They had such a blast! Shoutout to their troop leader Telisha! We love how our girls can reward themselves with these experiences thanks to their hard work as Girl Scouts. 💚🍪

Hey everyone, great news - We are now an official partner with Walmart's Round Up Program! 🎉🎉🎉

Any time you place an order on Walmart.com, you can "round up" to the next dollar toward championing girls in your community and our girl-led programs. 💚 All you have to do is designate Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland (GSMH) as your "preferred charity" within your account settings.

Follow the link below to set up your account to round up for Girl Scouts in your community! Just select "Sign-In to Select this Charity," select GSMH and you're good to go!
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Attention all Troop Leaders - this informational session is for YOU!

Whether you want to discover new Girl Scout programs and activities, learn more about planning a troop money earning activity or explore the Girl Scout electronic platforms, you'll build your leadership skills through this fun troop volunteer program. Come for the helpful topics and stay for the Girl Scout swag drawings at the end of each session!

🖥️ FREE Virtual Learning
🗓️ August 27 6:30 - 8P, register by August 22
📲 https://bit.ly/4cxUEWo

Season Opener topics - managing my troop from my account, troop money earning, spending troop funds (do's & don'ts), what you need to know before taking your troop to camp, troop volunteer communication expectations.

We are immensely grateful for the generosity of the Finley River Community Foundation and their commitment to our mission of making our programs the best they can be for our Girls! 💚

🍼Babysitting and Pediatric First Aid CPR Certification⛑

This training will prepare girls to become one of the most capable, trusted, and in-demand babysitters in the neighborhood! It will help girls provide quality care to children of all ages, covering topics such as choosing age-appropriate activities, basic childcare, professionalism, and safety.

Additionally, with the First Aid and CPR training, girls will receive a valid two-year American Red Cross digital certificate that is OSHA compliant and meets other workplace and regulatory requirements.

📍 Latonka Girl Scout Program Center
🗺️ Wappapello, MO
📅 September 21 - Sept 22, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., register by August 16
🙋🏻‍♀️ Girls in grades 6 - 12
💰 The Babysitting Training is $35, First Aid & CPR Training is $40, and sleepover with dinner/breakfast meals is additional $10.
📲 https://bit.ly/4cK6ltd

Girls can elect to only participate in the Babysitting training on Saturday, Sept 21. Girls can also elect to participate in the Babysitting Training and stay overnight, but leave Sunday morning. First Aid & CPR Training will take place on Sunday, Sept 22.

Please note: Parents and troop leaders must stay for the duration of the event to adhere to ratio requirements.

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Did you know that Girl Scouts offers an International Friendship Pin (IFP)? The IFP encourages Girl Scouts to embrace international friendships and make a positive impact while living abroad. 🌎💚

Requirements for the pin include making local friends, immersing in customs and culture, learning the language, exploring history and geography, sharing their nationality, understanding the local Girl Scout/Girl Guide movement, and actively contributing to community improvement. 🤝🏻

Fostering friendships has always been a cornerstone of the Girl Scout experience. Here’s a photo of two Girl Scout seniors in front of a poster about International Friendship from 1948, and what the IFP looks like! ⌚🖤

Oh, hay there! 🐴 Thanks to everyone who attended our Free Rein Riding Academy Horseback Day Camp this past weekend!
Did your cowgirl attend? Post some pictures in the comments! 📸👇🏻

Good morning! ☀ Many of us like to start our mornings with a hot beverage. Do you like coffee, tea, or something different? 🤔 React to this post or share your favorite wake-me-up drink in the comments! 👇🏻 We're taking notes. ✍🏻📝

💙 Did you know? The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has been transforming lives for over three decades! This landmark legislation ensures equal rights and opportunities for individuals with disabilities, fostering inclusivity and breaking down barriers in every aspect of life. Let’s continue to support and advocate for accessibility and equality for all. 💪♿️

We are now offering a Youth Mental Health First Aid certification course. This is a blended-learning course that consists of a two-hour, self-paced online course and a five-hour, virtual learning session with an instructor via Zoom.

You will need the following:
✔️ access to email,
✔️ consistent internet access
✔️ a working webcam/computer camera and microphone.

🖥️ Via Zoom
📅 August 24 9A – 4P, register by August 9
💰 $40 per adult
📲 https://bit.ly/3IVmsX3

Taught by certified instructors with a nationally recognized curriculum developed by the National Council for Behavioral Health and Mental Health First Aid, adults will know how to respond and assist with youth aged 12-18. Online learning assignments must be completed in full before attending the in-person session with no exceptions. Participants who complete this course in full will receive a three-year certification through Mental Health First Aid. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Dear difference-makers: Your journey as a Girl Scout matters. 🌼 We want to know about your stories of sisterhood, skill-building, and growth! ✨ Share them with us through the link below. We want to show the world how amazing you are! 💚

Girl Scouts Story Submission Hello! Thank you for taking some time to share your incredible Girl Scout experience or of a Girl Scout you know. Girl Scouts of Missouri Heartland wants to highlight and celebrate every achievement both big and small. Please fill in the questions below to the best of your ability, we look forward t...

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Hey everyone! TOMORROW is the deadline to tell us how you'd like us to reward your hard-working Girl Scouts! Don't forget to vote for your 2025 Girl Scout Cookie Program Rewards - your input matters! 🍪🐼💚

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Thank you to everyone who attended our STEM Day Camp this week! And a special thank you to LabSpace Robotics for hosting such a fun, innovative event! 🤖🧠

If your Girl Scout attended, post some photos in the comments! We want to see their cool creations! 👇🏻💚

Jamie from Dickerson Park Zoo brought the magic to our Harry Potter-themed Magical Troop Camping event with an incredible presentation! 🧙🏻‍♂️ She enchanted the girls with stories of owl communication 🦉, demonstrated rats' remarkable abilities in tight spaces🐀, and explained the differences between poisonous and venomous snakes🐍. The girls were captivated by Jamie's presentation! ✨

Join us in shaping your adventure! 🤝🏻
At Girl Scouts, we believe in empowering girls to lead the way, which is why our Handcrafted experiences are driven by your input. ☀
Whether you're dreaming up new activities, needing help with badge work, or seeking a unique troop experience, we want to know! ✍🏻
Submit your ideas via the link below. 👇🏻

Girl Scouts Handcrafted Request Form Girl Scouts has been and continues to be girl-led—and that’s exactly what these experiences are! This form is for us to gather ideas for adventures directly from you! Submit your request here and indicate if you would like to be contacted by an Experience Specialist to make your request a realit...

Embark on an unforgettable sleepover at the Branson Titanic Museum! 🚢 Bring your PJs and prepare for thrilling stories, surprises, and a commemorative flashlight to guide your adventure. 💡 Enjoy snacks, a PG movie, and create memories that will last a lifetime! ✨

📍 Branson, MO
📅 September 6-7, 8:00 p.m. – 7 a.m., register by August 22nd
💰 $60 per girl
🔗 https://bit.ly/3LksHES

Please note: Adults that wish to participate in the activity must register for the event. Parents and troop leaders must stay for the duration of the event to adhere to ratio requirements.

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A big thank you to Black River Coliseum Aquatic and Fitness Center for hosting our Get Ready, Swim event tonight! We had a lot of fun swimming and splashing the evening away.

If you attended, post some pictures in the comments! 👇 We would love to see our little sharks and mermaids. 🌊💚

It's hot out here! ☀ 🔥 We want to know how you like to cool off. Are you team lemonade 🍋 or sweet tea 🤎? Vote for your favorite by reacting to this post! If neither, share what summer drink you and your Girl Scout love in the comments! 👇🏻

Shout-out to Jefferson City Troop 72016! While visiting the Missouri Capitol, they got to complete their Democracy Badges. What a wonderful opportunity!✨

At GSMH, we proudly cherish EVERY Girl Scout. 💚 Join us in honoring as we embrace diversity, foster inclusivity, and celebrate every girl's unique journey. ✨

We had a typo in our original post for this event. High Adventure Engineers will take place in Wappapello, MO, not Republic, MO! We hope to see you there! 😁💚

❌This event has been canceled.❌

Girls in 6–12 are invited to engineer their own adventure as Girl Scouts participate in archery, zipline, and canoeing. Then take part in STEM-tastic fun as you engineer your very own bow, zipline, and boat using a variety of materials and supplies. Take adventure into your own hands at this day camp designed just for you!

🗺️ Wappapello, MO
📅 August 3 9 a.m.–5 p.m., register by July 18
💰 $50 per girl, price includes program supplies, facilitators, and a fun patch.
📲 https://bit.ly/3PBbSbf

Our girls had a BLAST at Republic Warrior Sports - RWS for our Girl Scout Ninja Warriors Night last weekend! Thank you to everyone who attended, and a special thank you to Carrie Blackmon for the group photo. 🐱‍👤💪🏻💚

Happy National ! How do you and your Girl Scout like to spend time outdoors? React to this post, or tell us in the comments! Bonus points for pictures. 😎☀💚

❌This event has been canceled.❌

Girls in 6–12 are invited to engineer their own adventure as Girl Scouts participate in archery, zipline, and canoeing. Then take part in STEM-tastic fun as you engineer your very own bow, zipline, and boat using a variety of materials and supplies. Take adventure into your own hands at this day camp designed just for you!

🗺️ Wappapello, MO
📅 August 3 9 a.m.–5 p.m., register by July 18
💰 $50 per girl, price includes program supplies, facilitators, and a fun patch.
📲 https://bit.ly/3PBbSbf

In observance of Independence Day, all GSMH offices will be closed Wednesday, July 3rd, Thursday, July 4th, and Friday, July 5th. We will see you again on Monday, July 8th! Enjoy the holiday! ❤️ 💙