![]() ![]() Girl Scouts has helped our quiet kids come out of their shells and make new friends, while gaining the courage and confidence to achieve in all aspects of life-whether inside or outside of a classroom. For our daughters, getting involved with their Girl Scout troops has provided a venue to help them do just that-in addition to providing meaningful volunteer experiences for us. My husband and I, like all parents, want our kids to be socially and emotionally well-rounded, and find activities that challenge them to learn and grow. Research also shows that out-of-school-time programs often support better academic outcomes and improved social skills in kids. Everything from dance troupes to basketball teams give our children important venues for learning and practicing life skills like confidence, teamwork, and leadership. It’s common knowledge that a variety of out-of-school-time programs provide kids with extended learning and growth opportunities, plus supervision and safety after school. The start of a new school year brings with it a new world of possibilities for our kiddos to learn, grow, and find their unique voices.īut caregivers may wonder, with so many offerings available outside of school, what makes Girl Scouts different? Girl Scouts participate in fun and challenging activities that shape their character and open new worlds. For me, a dedicated volunteer with our daughter’s BIPOC Mentored Girl Scout troop, I share in her excitement. Long summer days are coming to an end, but kids everywhere are beaming with a new kind of excitement ahead of the incoming school year. As a parent of two and Girl Scout troop leader of eleven, back-to-school time is a busy season in my household.
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