troop 226 leadership training 1/25/2012. the mission of the boy scouts of america is to prepare...

Troop 226 Troop 226 Leadership Leadership

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1/25/2012

The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

Mission StatementMission Statement

The Methods of ScoutingThe Methods of Scouting

Ideals

Patrol Method

Outdoors

Advancement

Association with adults

Personal growth

Leadership development

Uniform

Scouting is a values-based program with its own code of conduct. The Scout Oath and Law help instill the values of good conduct and honesty. A boy who spends one year in a Scout troop will learn lifetime skills. He will learn basic outdoor skills, self-reliance, and how to get along with others. Scouting will prepare him to live a more productive and fulfilling life.

Life Skills in a Values-Life Skills in a Values-Based EnvironmentBased Environment

Scouting offers young people a rich and varied arena in which to learn and use leadership skills. Among the challenges encountered by a troop's youth leaders are:

Organizing patrols

Using duty rosters

Planning menus and figuring food costs

Encouraging advancement

Guiding a patrol's involvement in problem solving

Teaching outdoor skills

Helping to ensure patrol safety during outings

Handling patrol finances

Helping other Scouts make the most of their own leadership opportunities

“Training boy leaders to run their troop is the Scoutmaster's most important job.”

“Train Scouts to do a job, then let them do it.”

“Never do anything a boy can do.”

—Robert S. S. Baden-Powell

What does it mean when we say “a boy-led troop”?

The BSA's definition is that “empowering boys to be leaders” is the core of Scouting.

A Boy Scout troop is a small democracy. With the Scoutmaster's direction, the boys are formed into patrols, plan the troop's program, and make it a reality.

Troops find success by utilizing the following:

Troop calendar

Troop meetings

Troop activities

Patrol leaders' council

Public service

Outdoor activities

“The patrol method is not a way to operate a Boy Scout troop, it is the only way. Unless the patrol method is in operation, you don't really have a Boy Scout troop.”


There are three types of patrols:

Regular patrols

New-Scout patrols

Senior, Older Scout patrols

“The object of the patrol method is not so much saving the Scoutmaster trouble as to give responsibility to the boy.”


Patrols are successful through the following:

Patrol meetings

Patrol activities

Patrol names

Scoutmaster

TROOP ORGANIZATION CHART for a Large Troop

Junior Assistant

Scoutmaster

Assistant Scoutmaster New Scout

Assistant Scoutmaster

Venture

Senior PatrolLeader

Assistant Senior Patrol

Leader

Patrol Leader Patrol Leader Patrol Leader Venture Patrol

Assistant Patrol Leader



Chaplain's Aide

Quartermaster HistorianScribe LibrarianOA Troop Representative

Instructor

Patrol Scribe

QuartermasterGrubmasterCheermaster

Patrol Scribe


Patrol Scribe


Troop Guide

New-Scout Patrol Leader

Den Chief

Patrol Leaders' Council

The Scouts OrganizationThe Scouts Organization

Troop Youth Leader The troop is actually run by its boy leaders. With the guidance of the Scoutmaster and his assistants, they plan the program, conduct troop meetings, and provide leadership among their peers.

Senior Patrol Leader - top junior leader in the troop. He leads the patrol leaders' council and, in consultation with the Scoutmaster, appoints other junior leaders and assigns specific responsibilities as needed.

Assistant Senior Patrol Leader - fills in for senior patrol leader in his absence. He is also responsible for training and giving direction to the quartermaster, scribe, troop historian, librarian, and instructors.


PatrolsGrouping of 6 to 8 boys who work together. Each patrol elects its own boy leader, called a patrol leader.

Patrol Leader – gives leadership to members of his patrol and represents them on the Patrol Leaders Council (PLC).

Assistant Patrol Leader – fills in for the patrol leader in his absence


Historian – collects and maintains troop memorabilia and information on former troop members.

Librarian – keeps troop books, pamphlets, magazines, audiovisuals, and merit badge counselor list available for use by troop members.

Instructor – teaches one or more advancement skills to troop members.

Chaplain Aide – assists in troop religious services and promotes religious emblems program.

Junior Assistant Scoutmaster – Scout at least sixteen (16) years old who supervises and supports other boy leaders as assigned.

The Scouts OrganizationThe Scouts OrganizationTroop Guide – advisor and guide to new Scout patrols.

Webelos Den Chief – works with a Cub Scout den as a guide.

Quartermaster – responsible for troop supplies and equipment.

Scribe – the troop secretary.

Scout LeadershipScout Leadership

Scouts elect their own major leadership

• Senior Patrol Leaders (entire troop)

• Patrol Leader (each Patrol)

Troop elections are held once or twice a year

• Generally in the Spring and Fall.

Servant LeadershipServant Leadership

The most effective leaders put those they are leading first.

Instead of thinking of himself as the boss, a really good leader sees himself as serving those he leads.

He is always looking for ways to make their experience better, to help them learn new skills and succeed in reaching goals, and to take on as much responsibility as they are able.

The leader is serving the needs of those he leads.

Patrol LeadershipPatrol Leadership

One of the most satisfying aspects of leading a patrol is sharing that leadership.

Give every patrol member a specific responsibility, make sure he understands the task and provide him with the guidance and resources he needs.

Take the time you need to make good choices for each patrol position.

Being a Good LeaderBeing a Good Leader

Have a good attitude.

• An optimistic outlook is infectious. Maintain a positive, can-do attitude.

Act with maturity.

• Earn the respect of those you are leading by being fair to everyone and consistent in your actions.

Being a Good LeaderBeing a Good Leader Be organized.

• Careful preparations before meetings and patrol events will pay off many times over in the successes of those activities.

Look the part.

• Leadership comes from within, not from the shirt on your back or the patch on your shoulder.

• Set a good example for the patrol or troop by wearing the full Boy Scout uniform whenever it is appropriate.

SENIOR PATROL LEADER

Position description: The senior patrol leader is elected by the Scouts to represent them as the top Scout leader in the troop.

Reports to: The Scoutmaster

Senior Patrol Leader Duties:

•Preside at all troop meetings, events, activities, and the annual program planning conference.

•Chair the patrol leaders' council.

•Appoint Scout leaders with the advice and counsel of the Scoutmaster.

•Assign duties and responsibilities to other Scout leaders.

•Work with the Scoutmaster in training Scout leaders.

•Set and enforce the tone for good Scout behavior within the troop.

•Set a good example.

•Wears the Scout uniform correctly.

•Live by the Scout Oath and Law.

•Show and help develop Scout spirit.

ASSISTANT SENIOR PATROL LEADER

Position description: The assistant senior patrol leader is the second highest-ranking Scout leader in the troop. He is appointed by the senior patrol leader with the approval of the Scoutmaster. The assistant senior patrol leader acts as the senior patrol leader in the absence of the senior patrol leader or when called upon. He also provides leadership to other Scout leaders in the troop.

Reports to: The Senior Patrol Leader

Assistant Senior Patrol Leader Duties:

•Be responsible for training and giving direct leadership to the following appointed Scout leaders: historian, Order of the Arrow troop representative, scribe, librarian, instructor, quartermaster, and chaplain aide.

•Help lead meetings and activities as called upon by the senior patrol leader.

•Guide the troop in the senior patrol leader’s absence.

•Perform tasks assigned by the senior patrol leader.

•Function as a member of the patrol leaders' council.

•Help set and enforce the tone for good Scout behavior within the troop.


•Wear the Scout uniform correctly.



PATROL LEADER

Position description: The patrol leader is the elected leader of his patrol. He represents his patrol on the patrol leaders’ council.

Reports to: The Senior Patrol Leader

Patrol Leader Duties:

•Plan and lead patrol meetings and activities.

•Keep patrol members informed.

•Assign each patrol member needed tasks and help them succeed.

•Represent the patrol at all patrol leaders’ council meetings and the annual program planning conference.

•Prepare the patrol to take part in all troop activities.

•Show and help develop patrol spirit.

•Work with other troop leaders to make the troop run well.

•Know what patrol members and other leaders can do.



•Live by the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

ASSISTANT PATROL LEADER

Position description: The assistant patrol leader is appointed by the patrol leader and leads the patrol in his absence.

Reports to: The Patrol leader

Assistant Patrol Leader Duties:

•Help the patrol leader plan and lead patrol meetings and activities.

•Help the patrol leader keep patrol members informed.

•Help the patrol leader prepare the patrol to take part in all troop activities.

•Lead the patrol in the patrol leader’s absence.

•Show and help develop patrol spirit.

•Represent the patrol at patrol leaders’ council meetings in the patrol leader’s absence.

•Work with other troop leaders to make the troop run well.




TROOP GUIDE

Position description: The troop guide works with new Scouts. He helps them feel comfortable and earn their First Class rank in their first year.

Reports to: The assistant Scoutmaster for the new-Scout patrol in the troopTroop Guide Duties:

•Introduce new Scouts to troop operations.

•Guide new Scouts through early Scouting activities.

•Help set and enforce the tone for good Scout behavior within the troop.

•Ensure older Scouts never harass or bully new Scouts.

•Help new Scouts earn First Class rank in their first year.

•Coache the patrol leader of the new-Scout patrol on his duties.

•Work with the patrol leader at patrol leaders’ council meetings.

•Attend patrol leaders’ council meetings with the patrol leader of the new-Scout patrol.

•Assist the assistant Scoutmaster with training.

•Coach individual Scouts on Scouting challenges.





•Teach basic Scout skills.

DEN CHIEF

Position description: The den chief works with the Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts, and den leaders in the Cub Scout pack.

Reports to: The den leader in the pack and the assistant Scoutmaster for the new-Scout patrol in the troop

Den Chief Duties:

•Serve as the activities assistant at den meetings.

•Meet regularly with the den leader to review the den and pack meeting plans.

•If serving as a Webelos den chief, help prepare boys to join Boy Scouting.

•Projects a positive image of Boy Scouting.

•Set the example.




HISTORIAN

Position description: The troop historian preserves troop photographs, news stories, trophies, flags, scrapbooks, awards, and other memorabilia.

Reports to: The assistant senior patrol leader

Historian Duties:

•Gather pictures and facts about past activities of the troop and keeps them in scrapbooks, wall displays, or information files.

•Take care of troop trophies and keepsakes.

•Keep information about troop alumni.





ORDER OF THE ARROW TROOP REPRESENTATIVE

Position description: The Order of the Arrow troop representative promotes camping and cheerful service in the troop.


Order of the Arrow Troop Representative Duties:

•Serve as a communication link between the lodge or chapter and the troop.

•Encourage year-round and resident camping in the troop.

•Encourage older-Scout participation in high-adventure programs.

•Encourage Scouts to actively participate in community service projects.

•Assist with leadership skills training in the troop.

•Encourage Arrowmen to assume leadership positions in the troop.

•Encourage Arrowmen in the troop to actively participate in lodge and/or chapter activities and to seal their membership in the Order of the Arrow by becoming Brotherhood members.



•Live by the Scout Oath, Scout Law, and OA Obligation.


LIBRARIAN

Position description: The librarian oversees the care and use of troop books, pamphlets, magazines, audiovisuals, and merit badge counselor lists.


Librarian Duties:

•Establish and maintain a troop library.

•Keep records on literature owned by the troop.

•Add new or replacement items as needed.

•Have literature available for borrowing at troop meetings.

•Maintain a system to check literature in and out.

•Follow up on late returns.





QUARTERMASTER

Position description: The quartermaster keeps track of troop equipment and sees that it is in good working order.


Quartermaster Duties:

•Keep records of patrol and troop equipment.

•Keep equipment in good repair.

•Keep equipment storage area neat and clean.

•Issue equipment and see that it is returned in good order.

•Suggest new or replacement items.

•Work with the troop committee member responsible for equipment.





SCRIBE

Position description: The scribe keeps the troop records. He records the activities of the patrol leaders’ council and keeps a record of dues, advancement, and Scout attendance at troop meetings.


Scribe Duties:

•Attend and keep a log of patrol leaders’ council meetings.

•Record attendance of all troop members.

•Record advancement in troop records and on the troop advancement chart.



•Work with the appropriate troop committee members responsible for finances, records, and advancement.



•Handle correspondence appropriately.

INSTRUCTOR

Position description: The instructor teaches Scouting skills.


Instructor Duties:

•Instruct Scouting skills as needed within the troop or patrols.

•Prepare well in advance for each teaching assignment.





CHAPLAIN AIDE

Position description: The chaplain’s aide works with the troop chaplain to meet the religious needs of Scouts in the troop. He also works to promote the religious emblems program.


Chaplain Aide Duties:

•Keep troop leaders apprised of religious holidays when planning activities.

•Assist the troop chaplain or religious coordinator in meeting needs of troop members while on activities.

•Encourage saying grace at meals while camping or on activities.

•Lead worship services on campouts.

•Tell troop members about the religious emblems program for their faith.





WEBMASTER

Position description: The webmaster leads in providing good electronic communication.


Webmaster Duties:

•Establish and maintain a safe and secure troop website.

•Ensure the troop website is a positive reflection of Scouting for the public.

•Manage the troop’s electronic communication tools.

•Work with the Scouts to provide up-to-date troop information.

•Work with the Scribe.





LEAVE NO TRACE TRAINER

Position description: The leave no trace trainer


Leave No Trace Trainer Duties:

•Have a thorough understanding of and commitment to Leave No Trace.

•Successfully complete the Leave No Trace Trainer training course.

•Help minimize the troop’s impact on the land by teaching Scouts the principles of Leave No Trace.

•Help ensure that the troop follows Leave No Trace principles on outings.





JUNIOR ASSISTANT SCOUTMASTER

Position description: The junior assistant Scoutmaster serves in the capacity of an assistant Scoutmaster except where legal age and maturity are required. He must be at least 16 years old and not yet 18. He is appointed by the Scoutmaster because of his leadership ability.

Reports to: The Scoutmaster

Junior Assistant Scoutmaster Duties:

•Functions as an assistant Scoutmaster (except for leadership responsibilities reserved for adults 18 and 21 years of age or older).

•Accomplish any duties assigned by the Scoutmaster.

•Sets a good example.


•Lives by the Scout Oath and Scout Law.


ADULT POSITIONS

Position description: The adults in the troop are responsible for providing training to troop leadership and enabling them to carry out their duties. They also provide resources for the troop leaders and serve as mentors to all Scouts in the troop.

•Scoutmaster – Uses the methods of Scouting to achieve the aims of Scouting.

•Assistant Scoutmasters – Has specific programs duties and reports to the Scoutmaster.

•Committee Chair – Supervises the Scoutmaster and committee members.

•Committee Members – Serves as a resource to the troop.

•Chartered Organization Representative – Liaison between the troop and school; recruits the troop committee; approves the Scoutmasters and committee members.

•Institutional Head or Executive Officer – School Administrator

Advancement PrinciplesAdvancement Principles

Personal growth is the prime consideration in the program.

Learning by doing.

Each youth progresses at his own rate.

A badge is recognition of what a young person is able to do, not just a reward for what he has done.

Advancement encourages Scouting Ideals.

Merit BadgesMerit Badges

All Merit Badges require approval from the Scoutmaster or delegate before starting.

This ensures approved Merit Badge counselor is identified.

Qualified Merit Badge Counselors must be approved.

Scoutmaster ConferencesScoutmaster Conferences Essential to individual Scout development and

advancement.

- Getting to know the scout

- Setting individual goals

- Mentoring

- Building confidence

- Encouragement

- Problem Solving and discipline Scouts are responsible for scheduling an

advancement Scoutmaster Conference after requirements for rank advancement are completed.

Board of ReviewBoard of Review Evaluation of the effectiveness of the Scouting

program within the troop. Review is not an examination.

- Make sure Scout has completed the requirements.

- Determine how good of an experience Scout is having within the Troop.

- Encourage Scout to advance further. Scouts responsible for scheduling a BORafter

completing the Scoutmaster Conference.

Recognition Recognition

Each time a Scout advances in rank, he will be recognized.

- Rank advancement is effective after approval by a Board of Review.

- Scout’s name can then be moved under new Rank.

- Formal recognition occurs at the Court of Honor. Eagle Scout rank is usually recognized

by a special Eagle Court of Honor.

UniformUniform Class A Uniform

Boy Scout shirt, Scout pants or shorts, Scout belt, troop neckerchief and slide, merit badge sash.

Required for Scoutmaster Conferences, Boards of Review, and Courts of Honor, Color Guard, etc.

Modified Class A Uniform Class A without neckerchief and merit badge

sash. Required for Troop meetings, troop travel, etc.

Class B Uniform Troop t-shirts, jeans or scout pants or shorts. Worn during camping activities, some service

projects. Troop t-shirts are only available from the troop.

You may be asking, “What is EDGE™?”

EDGE™ is the method you will use to teach in your troop. The key to making EDGE™ work is to use it for all teaching opportunities. Make it a habit.

1. Explain—The trainer explains how something is done.

2. Demonstrate—After the trainer explains, the trainer demonstrates while explaining again.

3. Guide—The learner tries the skill while the trainer guides him through it.

4. Enable—The trainee works independently under the watchful eye of the trainer. The trainer’s role in this step is to remove any obstacles to success, which enables the learner to succeed.

Leading Patrol MeetingsLeading Patrol Meetings

Planning the Meeting

• The Patrol Leader is in charge, but a patrol meeting should never become a one-man show.

• Every member of the patrol needs to be involved in some way.

• Whenever you can, make assignments in advance.

Leading Patrol MeetingsLeading Patrol Meetings

Making Assignments

• Assign members to various positions of responsibility within the patrol.

• Allow your Senior Patrol Leader and Scoutmaster to help you make good choices.

• Draw up a duty roster to figure out what needs to be done.

Leading Patrol ActivitiesLeading Patrol Activities

Camping, Hiking, Leave No Trace, Service Projects, Ceremonies, Games, Worship, etc.

One of the greatest rewards for a patrol leader is in helping the members of the patrol learn the skills to camp well and then in having safe overnight adventures sleeping in tents or out under the stars.

Patrol Trip Plan

Running a Good Troop MeetingRunning a Good Troop Meeting

The weekly troop meeting is the glue that holds a Scout Troop together. It should also serve these purposes:

Motivating Scouts.

Strengthening Patrols.

Learning and Practicing Scouting Skills.

Exercising Leadership.

Promoting Scout Spirit.

Running a Good Troop MeetingRunning a Good Troop MeetingResponsibility for the conduct and content of a troop meeting falls to the Scouts themselves. Troop meetings are planned well in advance by the SPL and the Patrol Leaders’ Council.

The Seven Parts of a Troop Meeting:

1.Preopening

2.Opening

3.Skills Instruction

4.Patrol Meetings

5.Interpatrol Activity

6.Closing – Scoutmaster’s Minute

7.After the Meeting

Annual Troop Program PlanningAnnual Troop Program PlanningThe Annual Troop Program Planning Conference is an opportunity for members of the PLC to map out the troop’s activities for the year. Invite the following:

In an active role:

•Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, All Patrol Leaders, Troop Guide

In a supportive role:

•Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmasters, Junior Assistant Scoutmaster

The troop scribe may be invited to the conference to keep a log of the proceedings. However, he is not a voting member of the conference.

Monthly Patrol Leaders’ CouncilMonthly Patrol Leaders’ CouncilThe PLC runs the troop according to BSA policies under the guidance and counsel of the Scoutmaster. The Senior Patrol Leader will chair the meetings.

The Parts of a Patrol Leaders’ Council Meeting:

• Opening and Call to Order

• Roll Call and Reading of the Log

• Patrol Reports

• Old Business

• Big Event Planning

• Troop Meeting Planning

• New Business

• Scoutmaster’s Minute

• Assessing the PLC Meeting

Why should you become a leader?

What should we start doing that we are not currently doing?

What do we stop doing that is not working?

What should we continue doing that is working well and helps us succeed?

Get to know the Scouts you are responsible for leading.

What do they need?

HomeworkHomework

Where to Get AnswersWhere to Get Answers

www.yca-troop226.orgLinks to:

National Office

Council Office

District Calendar & Resources

Other Non-Official Resources

You are now officially trained in your leadership

position.

For you as a leader, now the hard stuff starts.

BE A GOOD ONE!

Troop 226Train a child in the way he

should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.

- Proverbs 22:6 NIV

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