Girl Scouts of River Bluffs Council

Corporate Service Center

#4 Ginger Creek Parkway  -  Glen Carbon, IL 62034

(618) 692-0692  -  (800) 345-6858  -  Fax: (618) 692-0685

Regional Service Center

1207 Network Centre Blvd., Effingham, IL 62401

(800) 345-6858 - Fax: (217) 342-3669

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Training Calendar

2009 Spring & Summer Issue  -  PDF File
Trainings By Date Frequently Asked Questions

Adult Recognitions at a Glance - Word File - PDF File

Welcome to the Spring/Summer issue of the Training Calendar! Here you will find many opportunities to learn and grow as a Girl Scout volunteer. The Volunteer Development program (VDP) offers learning opportunities to all Girl Scout volunteers. Whether you are a new leader or an experienced volunteer, the Volunteer Development Program offers opportunities to help you have a successful volunteer experience.

 

Courses: INTRO TO....

  • Archery Training

  • Troop Camp Training

  • Introduction to GPS

  • Small Craft Safety-Canoeing Course-Full & Closed

  • Small Craft Safety - Canoeing Moving Water-Full & Closed

  • Small Craft Safety - Challenge Canoe Course-deadline past

  • Telescope Training (Registration deadline past.)

  • Waterfront Safety Course (Registration deadline past.)

Registration Form

 

Training Site Locations: Contact the service center at the phone numbers at the top of the page for directions.

Registration Procedures:

Pre-registration is required for all training sessions offered by Girl Scouts of River Bluffs. Early registration is encouraged to ensure availability. The service center must receive all registration forms at least five (5) working days prior to the course. Compact Trainings are due fourteen (14) working days prior to the training. Drop-in participants will be not be accepted into the course. Lack of registered participants may result in a course cancellation.

 

For any course without a fee you can register on line. West Online Registration  -  East Online Registration

 

By Phone:  (618) 692-0692 - (800) 345-6858: West: extension 130 - East: extension 201 - available 24 hours. Please provide the following information: (Please speak clearly so all information may be correctly retrieved.)

  • Name of course

  • Date of session

  • Your name

  • Your telephone number - home, cell, and/or work

  • Your troop's grade level

By Fax: (618) 692-0685, Attention Program/Training Registrar - Email: smiller@riverbluffs.org

 

Fees: Courses that include a fee are due at the service center at least five (5) working days prior to the course. Make all checks payable to Girl Scouts of River Bluffs Council (GSRBC).

 

If you are registering for Community First Aid and Safety, Troop Camp Training, or a waterfront course you must mail or bring in your reservation and fee to the service center....CLICK HERE for Registration Form. No telephone reservations will be accepted for any session with a fee.

 

However, if you pay by credit card (MasterCard, Visa or Discover), you may fax a copy of the registration, with credit card area filled out completely including signature to the WEST: Program/Training Registrar at (618) 692-0685.

 

Inclement Weather Policy:

River Bluffs Council training will be cancelled if the council office has been closed during the day due to inclement weather. If you have questions about whether a training will be held, please call the Program/Training Registrar at 618-692-0692/800-345-6858, extension 138, before 5:30 p.m.

 

Cancellation:

Girl Scouts of River Bluffs Council reserves the right to cancel any session that has fewer than six (6) registered participants FIVE (5) working days prior to the session date or due to inclement weather. If it is necessary to cancel or change a session, those registered will be notified by the Program/Training Registrar/Registrar.

 

If you must cancel your reservation, please call the Program/Training Registrar at the service center in your area at (618) 692-0692 / (800) 345-6858 as soon as possible. Our volunteer trainers and staff appreciate your thoughtfulness.

 

If you cancel less than 36 hours prior to your session, you will not receive a refund, nor will you be able to transfer the fee to another session. Unless otherwise noted in course descriptions, no confirmation of registration will be mailed.

 

Accessibility: Locations that are accessible are noted on the schedules.

 

Required Materials: Please read the Course Descriptions and Schedules carefully. Each course lists items to bring to the training session. Please bring the required materials with you. If you have difficulty obtaining the materials required, call the service center and ask for your Membership Development Manager/Regional Membership Manager.

Course Descriptions and Schedules

A = Site is Accessible

Introduction to Girl Scouting in River Bluffs Council

  • Required For: Adult volunteers new to Girl Scouting and those who have been volunteers in another council and have recently moved to River Bluffs Council.

  • Course Content: Introduction to River Bluffs- Explore the Girl Scout Volunteer Resource Guide (VRG). Discover the world of Girl Scouting in the River Bluffs Council. Learn to use the forms, Safety-Wise and the VRG can help you develop a successful Girl Scout

    Program.

  • Cost: NONE

    •

    This course must be completed within three (3) months of appointment AND before your troop takes any field trips away from your regular meeting place.

    West - Online Registration Form - Western Area

    A

     

    Sat. 8/15/09

    9:00 am-12:00 pm

    Corporate Service Center

    Reg. Deadline: 8/10/09

     

    East

    Additional trainings will be offered this fall.

     

    Leadership Essentials

     West - Online Registration Form - Western Area

    A

     

    Sat. 8/15/09

    1:00-4:00 pm

    Corporate Service Center

    Reg. Deadline: 8/10/09

     

    East

     

    Grade Level Trainings

    Required For: Adult volunteers new to Girl Scouting; volunteers who will be working with a grade level different from the one in which they were trained; girls interested in Leader-in-Training (LIT) must take the grade level they will work with.

    Course Content: All courses are 2-3 hour sessions. You only need to attend the session for your troop’s grade level. At these sessions, you will gain knowledge and resources on the following: planning troop program with girls, available awards, uniform and insignia, program ideas, troop finances and conducting troop meetings.

    Introduction to Daisy Girl Scouting - Grades K-1st

    Please Bring: Daisy Girl Scout Activity Book, Guide for Daisy Girl Scout Leaders, Volunteer Resource Guide,  Safety-Wise, paper, pen

     

    West - Online Registration Form - Western Area

    A

     

    Tues. 8/18/09

    6:00-9:00 pm

    Corporate Service Center

    Reg. Deadline: 8/11/09

    A

     

    Wed. 8/26/09

    6:45-10:00 pm

    Signal Hill Lutheran

    Reg. Deadline: 8/19/09

     

    East

     

    Introduction to Girl Scout Brownie - Grades 2nd-3rd

    Please Bring: The Guide for Brownie Girl Scout Leaders, Brownie Girl Scout Handbook, Volunteer Resource Guide, Try-Its for Brownie Girl Scouts, Safety-Wise, paper, pen

     

    West - Online Registration Form - Western Area

    A

     

    Tues. 8/25/09

    6:45-10:00 pm

    Signal Hill Lutheran

    Reg. Deadline: 8/18/09

     

    Eastern Areas-  additional trainings will be offered at a later date.

     

    Introduction to Girl Scout Junior - Grades 4th-5th

    Please Bring: Junior Girl Scout Leader Guide Book, Volunteer Resource Guide, Safety-Wise, Junior Girl Scout Handbook, Junior Girl Scout Badge Book, paper, pen

     

    West - Online Registration Form - Western Area

    A

     

    Thur. 8/27/09

    6:45-10:00 pm

    Corporate Service Center

    Reg. Deadline: 8/20/09

     

    Eastern  Areas - additional trainings will be offered at a later date.

    Girl Scout Cadette, Senior, Ambassador (STUDIO 2B) - Grades 6th-12th

    For Advisors of girls Grades 6th-12th

    This course is designed for adults who are entering the world of girls ages 11-17. It will cover all of the awards that girls this age can earn. This will include (but is not limited to): Interest Projects, Girl Scout Silver and Girl Scout Gold Awards, Leadership Awards, Focus Books, Collections, etc.

     

    There is a Pre-course assignment that must be done prior to training. For this reason, you must be registered at least 2 weeks prior to the date of the course. Completion of this pre-course assignment will help you understand the program for girls in this age level as well as giving you an opportunity to develop a list of questions and/or concerns to bring to the training.

     

    A copy of the STUDIO 2B Guide for Advisors and one of the focus books is included with the pre-course assignment. These resources will assist you with the completion of the assignment. You must return these books at the end of the training!

     

    Please Bring:  Cadette Girl Scout Handbook, Guide for Cadette and Senior Girl Scout Leaders, Interest Projects for Cadette and Senior Girl Scouts (aka: Interest Projects for Girls 11-17), STUDIO 2B Guide for Advisors, Volunteer Resource Guide, paper, and pencil/pen

     

    West - Online Registration Form - Western Area

    A

     

    Thur. 8/20/09

    6:45-10:00 pm

    Corporate Service Center

    Reg. Deadline: 8/6/09

    Troop Camp Training

    Come learn about camping the Girl Scout way in a fun and safe environment. No previous experience necessary – just a sense of humor and willingness to try something new!

    NOTE: All trainings will take place rain or shine. You will be outdoors for part of the training. Registrations must be mailed, faxed with credit card information or brought in to a service center with fee. All trainings are 7:45 am to 4:30 pm; credit will only be given to participants who stay for the entire training.

    This course is designed to help adults plan and prepare for an overnight camping event with girls. This training is required for overnight camping experiences of 2 nights or less. Certification is valid for three years.

     

    If your certification has expired, you may retake Troop Camp Training or take the recertification written test available from the Girl Scout Service Center in your area.

     

    Course Content:

    Cost: $10.00 per participant (includes supplies, bandana, lunch, & manual). You will receive a confirmation letter prior to the training date, which will include a short assignment and what to bring to training.

     

    If you have any questions or comments, or are interested in becoming a troop camp trainer, please contact Emily Stanley, Outdoor Program Manager at 618-692-0692 (800-345-6858), ext. 111 or estanley@riverbluffs.org

    Registration Form

     

    West

     Additional trainings will be offered again later in the year.

    East

    Additional trainings will be offered again later in the year.

    American Red Cross Courses

    (Community First Aid and Safety)

    Courses are only offered at the Corporate Service Center in Glen Carbon, IL

     

    Certification Period: Community First Aid - 3 years / Community CPR - 1 year

     

    Registration Note: Registration fees for these courses must accompany the registration! NO telephone reservations accepted.

     

    Cost:

    OR

    Required For: One adult per troop in order to take girls away from meeting site.

     

    Bring: Paper and pencil; sack lunch

     

    This information applies to the Community First Aid and Safety (8 hour).

     

    Community First Aid and Safety Course - 8 Hours

    Registration Form

    A

    Sat. 8/22/09

    9:00 am-5:00 pm

    Corporate Service Center

    Reg. Deadline: 8/17/09

     

     

    Community First Aid and Safety Review - 4 Hours

     

    Prerequisite: You must have a current CPR/FA Card.

    Cost:          $17.00: includes First Aid Fast book, certificate, 2 face shields and bandage kit (This fee is for registered Girl Scouts only.)

             OR    $10.00: includes certificate, 2 face shields and bandage kit. (This fee is for registered Girl Scouts only.)

                      Add $5 for non-Girl Scout members.

    Course Content: This course is intended for those who need to renew their CPR and/or First Aid certificates. The course will last 4 hours and you MUST arrive on time. This is a review course only. You will watch the videos, take your written tests and demonstrate your skills. After each video you will have time to ask the instructor questions. If you only need CPR, you can leave when that portion of the class is completed.

     

    This course includes a review of Community CPR and First Aid principles.

     

    Most frequently asked first aid and CPR questions.........

    What is the difference between the Community First Aid Review and the full length First Aid/CPR Course?

    The review course is available for participants who have previously taken the full length course and would like to renew their certifications. The review course consists of written and skills exams where participants can review the DVD and ask the instructor questions. During the full length course, participants have the opportunity to learn and practice all the skills.

    Do I have to take the First Aid/ CPR Course through the Girl Scouts?

    No, you can take the First Aid course through any of the agencies listed on the following page from Safety-Wise. Many service units also arrange First Aid/ CPR courses for the volunteers in their area. Check with Training Coordinator in your area to see if this option is available.

     

    Why do the CPR/ First Aid courses fill so quickly?

    Due to the nature of the course, there is a limited number of participants per instructor in order to provide effective hands on training, and immediate and specific feedback to all participants on the proper response in emergency situations.

    Courses for First-Aid Training

    CLICK HERE for a chart that is an update to the Courses for First-Aid Training section of Safety-Wise available for Girl Scout volunteers. These courses are accepted as First Aid training for the Girl Scouts of River Bluffs Council.

     

    For more information regarding what level of training is needed for different activities, and when it is needed, please consult Safety-Wise.

     

    Girl Scouts of River Bluffs Council also accepts the Resuscitative Medicine Training Program or Self Aid and Buddy Care/First Aid CPR training through the Military Training Network.

    Volunteer Development Program

    Training at the River Bluffs Girl Scout Council is organized through the Volunteer Development Program (VDP). The VDP provides courses that are appropriate for volunteers at all levels of experience. Through participation in training, you receive the knowledge and skills needed to become a successful Girl Scout volunteer.

     

    Becoming a Trainer/Facilitator

    Courses are taught by trained volunteers. Individuals who are interested in becoming a Trainer/Facilitator complete a Council Trainer application and a series of courses. Next, candidates co-facilitate with an experienced facilitator who serves as their mentor. For more information on becoming a Council Trainer/Facilitator, contact the Volunteer Development Director , dmarshburn@riverbluffs.org

     

    Learning opportunities are provided through the generous support of the corporate

    community, individuals and Girl Scouts of River Bluffs Council.

     

    Orientation

    Orientation introduces new volunteers to Girl Scouting. Each participant is provided with the materials

    necessary to start a troop. In addition, you will receive guidance regarding helpful resources and available support. Orientation is scheduled through your Service Unit Manager (s) and will be publicized at your service unit meetings and in the Notes to Leaders. For more information contact Angie Suhre, Volunteer Services Manager at 1-800-345-6858, ext. 117 or asuhre@riverbluffs.org  Beginning Fall 2009, all Girl Scout volunteers will be asked to complete the online GSUSA online volunteer orientation as a part of the new Girl Scout volunteer orientation.

     

    Required Training Courses

    Introduction to River Bluffs and Leadership Essentials is required for all Troop Leaders

     

    Required Training – Outdoor Activities

    This course is designed to help adults plan and prepare for outdoor overnight camping trips of 2 nights or less. Troop Camp Certification Training is valid for three years.

    • Learn to prepare girls for a camping experience

    • Hands on practice with fire building and outdoor cooking

    • Program ideas and activities

    • Kaper charts and menu planning

    • Use and care of council properties

    • Emergency and safety procedures

    • Minimal impact camping

    Recommended Training

    Introduction to Your Basic Grade Level provides valuable information on planning troop meetings and troop activities, age appropriate insignia and awards, and troop government.

     

    Adapting Girl Scout Resources

    All current handbooks and insignia are still important components of the Girl Scout program. You can use Girl Scout activities and programs from handbooks to fit into the New Leadership Experience.

     

    Courses. . . . .

    Courses offered through the Volunteer Development Program:

    Independent study courses are available through the Training Coordinators and returned to the Volunteer Development Director at the Service Center. Volunteers who successfully complete the independent study courses will receive notification from the Training Coordinator/Volunteer Development Director.

     

    Course Registration. . . . .

    Registration is required for all courses that you plan to attend. Online Registration Form - Western Area - Online Registration From - Eastern Area is available for select courses. The option of registering via U.S. mail, telephone, fax and email is also available for these courses. Registration for all courses with a fee must be sent via U.S. mail or faxed with credit card information.

    1. Registration is required for all courses that you plan to attend. If you are not registered for the course, you can not be notified of cancellation or change in location.

    2. Once you register for a course, remember to write the times and dates on your calendar.

    3. Notify the Girl Scout Service Center as soon as possible if you are unable to attend a course so that your space can be offered to another volunteer.

    4. Registration usually closes 5 business days prior to the scheduled course or 10 business days for Troop Camp Training and First Aid/CPR.

    5. Fees are assessed to some courses to cover the cost of materials, supplies, and/or food. If a fee is required, refunds are only made if the River Bluffs Girl Scout Service Center cancels the course.

    6. A current copy of Safety-Wise, the River Bluffs Girl Scout Council Policies and Standards, a pen and paper are always appropriate to bring to training. If you are attending a program level training, a leader’s guide and/or a handbook for that age level is also appropriate.

    This page last edited on Thursday October 01, 2009,

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