Volunteer Essentials 2014-15 | Page 49

• • • • • • • Girl Scouts at each level have one required element for the display of official pins and awards (tunic, sash or vest.) For girls in grades Kindergarten through 12, the unifying look of the Girl Scout uniform includes wearing a choice of a tunic, vest or sash for displaying official pins and awards, combined with their own solid white shirts and khaki pants or skirts. Girl Scouts in high school can also wear a scarf that unites their look with the sisterhood of Girl Scouts around the world. For adult members the unifying look of the uniform is a Girl Scout official scarf, or tie for men, worn with the official membership pins, combined with their own navy blue business attire. Girl Scouts at the Daisy and Brownie levels also have a full uniform ensemble available including pants, shirts and skorts etc. Uniforms are required for official display of pins and awards and when girls officially represent the Girl Scout Movement. Official representation of pins and awards should include a 5-digit troop or group number and GSWPA Council ID strips. Uniforms are recommended for regular meetings, outings, etc. Just being attentive to what girls are experiencing as they mature is a big help to girls. So take some time to understand the likes, needs, and abilities of girls at different ages. As you listen and learn along with girls, you may find it useful to review the highlights of their development. What follows are the developmental abilities and needs of girls at various grade levels. You’ll also find these listed in the adult guide of each Leadership Journey. Plus, the activities in the Journeys are set up with the following guidelines in mind! Of course, each girl is an individual, so these are only guidelines that help you