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LeaderFest Class Descriptions
The LeaderFest 2008 Committee would like to extend their heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the time and effort all presenters put into sharing their knowledge and expertise with the Adult Volunteers of GSCNC. Thank you for being a key player in making this year’s conference a great success!
LeaderFest Classes
Workshop Session A
A-01 Beaks and Bills, Talons and Trills
Help your girls figure out what kinds of birds they see at their home
feeders, at camp, and on hikes. This workshop will provide activity
ideas to get your troops interested in birds and introduce basic bird
identification techniques.
All Age Levels
Jan Miller & Darlene Dickerson & Sandy Alexander
A-02 Bring down Barriers…Build Bridges
Inclusion and communication, conflict resolution and collaboration in a
girl- and family-centered Girl Scout program.
All Age Levels
Deb Rose & Julienne Bramesco
A-03
Decisions, Decisions -- Girl Empowerment for Brownies and Juniors
Helping girls learn to make decisions and take charge of their own
program isn't easy. But in the long run it's one of the best things we
can do for them and it will make your job easier.
Age Level: Brownies, Juniors
Judy Baldwin
A-04
Dr. Seuss Goes to Camp
Share the
joy of discovering or rediscovering Dr. Seuss, for ALL ages. Brainstorm
with other leaders to discover the excitement of relating Dr. Seuss
books to a myriad of badge requirements.
All Age Levels
Sharon Kraftchak
A-05
Get Them Talking
An introduction to games and simulations designed to get girls talking
about their similarities and differences, values and assumptions.
Age Level: Brownies, Juniors, Teens
Heidi Russell-Kalkofen
A-06
Getting Your Team to the Peak: Teambuilding for Teens
Climb Mount Everest to get your teen troop or group to the peak. Learn
fun teambuilding games to help girls understand themselves, each other,
and the importance of clear communication and problem-solving.
Age Level: Teens
Mary Horvath & Barb Fraze
A-07
Girl Scouting - the World Organization
Being one of 10,000,000 members of World Association of Girl Guides and
Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) allows for wonderful opportunities around the
world. Girls have life changing experiences with other girls and
adults from around the world. Come experience WAGGGS and all the
possibilities. DISCOVER, CONNECT, TAKE ACTION Note: This course
will discuss much more than just World Thinking Day.
All Age Levels
Karen Brown & Joan Paull
A-08
Help! It's a Museum
Does the word "museum" fill you with dread
and conjure images of dull, dusty artifacts? We'll focus on the nuts
and bolts of how to make a museum field trip successful and fun for
both you and your girls. Includes a special emphasis on the many free
resources available at the Smithsonian, located conveniently in our
back yard!
All Age Levels
Denise Haskins
A-09
Letterboxing at GSCNC Camp Properties
Letterboxing combines art, treasure hunting, problem solving and
exploring. Learn about the history of letterboxing. Discover the
program opportunities for letterboxing at GSCNC properties. Carve a
stamp and create a log book.
All Age Levels
Anne Connors & Catherine "Winky"
Mitchell
A-10
Men in Green
This workshop deals with men as volunteers in Girl Scouting. It covers
awareness of sensitivities and cautions when working with girls, as
well as the benefits of including men in the organization. Highly
recommended for men finding their niche in the Girl Scout organization,
and for women who work, or may work with men in Girl Scouting.
All Age Levels
George Bain & Judy Lokerson
A-11
Money Money Money
(Money Earning)
What do you do when you don't have enough money? Fun exercises and
discussion of financial resources, money earning ideas, and financial
assistance.
Age Level: Brownies, Juniors, Teens
Lynne Sport
A-12
Ribbon Flowers
Learn to make flowers with ribbon and a ribbon splitter that girls can
use for ceremonies, gifts and service projects.
All Age Levels
Diana Pethtel & Nicole Pethtel
A-13
Science Magic
Is it Magic? Is it Science? Have fun with hands-on
activities and tricks that allow girls to experience science wonders in
a magical way, including floating paperclips on water, hovering
ping-pong balls, the explosive power of bubbles, and learning the
science behind magic tricks.
All Age Levels
Sue McArthur
A-14
Sidewalk Games
Want to get your girls to burn off some energy with a minimum amount of
equipment? Consider introducing them to hopscotch, four-square, jump
roping, hacky-sack and jacks.
As an addition to World Thinking Day activities learn what
variations exist in hopscotch around the world, see how four-square
varies by country and learn new jump rope rhymes for singles or
double-dutch. Do you know how to play hacky-sack
Korean style? Participants will go home with chalk, a jump rope
and instructions for all of the games taught.
All Age Levels
Barbara Ostrom
A-15
Smart Living
Given the challenges of childhood obesity, eating disorders, and other
health concerns facing girls today, one of GSCNC's
program goals is to help girls develop and maintain healthy lifestyles.
Learn about the resources and kits we have available.
Age Level: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors
Carolyn Smith
A-16
SWAPs
How and why we use SWAPs. Make and take several SWAPs. How to display
or use SWAPs.
All Age Levels
Carolin Pollack & Lisa Ealley
A-17
Unity in Your Community
Come learn ways to help your girls recognize that their similarities
are greater than their differences.
All Age Levels
Karen Shanahan & Meaghan Shanahan
A-18
Website Basics
Ever wonder how to put the Internet to use for your troop, service unit
or association? Thought about creating a website to better get
the word out to your girls? Wanted to do these things but found
them overwhelming and had no idea where to start? Then this class
is for you! We will cover everything from use of email and online
groups such as Yahoo to some simple information to get you on your way
to building a website. A large part of the class time will be
spent discussing websites. NOTE: If you are looking for
actual website development training, this class is NOT for you.
We will only be discussing resources and options.
All Age Levels
Jim Kraftchak
A-19
Zink Goes to High School
Think Zink the Zebra is just for younger girls? Think again! Come
learn how you can use Zink with your teen troop to address some of the
difficult issues facing young women today, including topics such as
body image, cliques, and bullying.
Age Level: Teens
Malinda Smith & Megg Del Giacco
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Workshop Session B
B-01
ABC's of Campfire Program
Learn how to set the scene for a successful campfire. Discover
the important elements of a campfire. When you leave you will be
able to help your girls plan a successful campfire program.
All Age Levels
Karen Brown & Lanni Brisson
B-02
Every Girl, Everywhere; Welcoming Girls & Families with Disabilities
Explore practical ways to welcome girls of all abilities into your
troop! How do we plan for field trips, overnights, earned recognitions
and troop meetings so everyone may participate? This workshop will
include discussions on a variety of disabilities and impairments that
children and families may encounter that would challenge their
participation in the Girl Scout program.
All Age Levels
Julienne Bramesco & Deb Rose
B-03
Board Games as Crafts & Fun
Create and play favorite board games such as chess, checkers,
gabata/owari, or create your own.
Participants will make game sets for two or more games and get a chance
to play them as well. Chess and checkerboards will use weaving skills,
stickers and bottle caps. Owari is a cup
and stone game that can be created with egg cartons and beans. Ideas
for variations on Monopoly, Snakes and Ladders or Stop and Go will be
available as well. Participants should bring scissors, glue stick, and
a bag to take home your games.
Age Level: Brownies, Juniors
Barbara Ostrom
B-04
Building Bridges with Muslim Girl Scouts
You've got Muslim Girl Scouts in your troop. You've met Muslim
troop leaders at Service Unit and Association meetings. But did
you know that marshmallows are made with pork and a Muslim Girl Scout
won’t be able to enjoy that s'mores?
So where can you learn those things you've always wanted to know --
before you need to know them? This session will focus on GSCNC's proven dedication to diversity and
inclusion by sharing past experiences (as well as suggestions for the
future) of Muslim Girl Scouting in order to build bridges of peace,
respect and harmony at all levels of our Council's program -- from
little Daisies on up to adults!
All Age Levels
Priscilla Martinez
B-05
Conversation Across Cultures: Why the Way We Talk Matters
Most of us use language in some way all day long, at work and at play,
though we rarely give it much thought. In fact, language is one
of the main ways we build all kind of social relationships. Through
interactive demonstrations, discussion, and written and video examples,
participants will explore variations in communication style and how
their awareness of these differences can ease cross-cultural
interactions.
All Age Levels
Abbe Spokane
B-06
Folk Dancing
The session will focus on folk dances which do not require music - we
will sing as we dance. Bring your tape recorders and plan to have some
fun. The folk dances taught will be based on the participants and the
age levels they represent.
All Age Levels
Barbi Schaefer & Joyce Sheridan
B-07
Fun Science that Everyone Can Do!
Learn how to earn the science badges even if you aren't a scientist.
Tons of hands-on, fun and time-tested activities that
are easy to prepare and meet the intent of badge requirements.
Age Level: Brownies, Juniors
April Martin & Anne Juran
B-08
Girl Scout Vintage Fashion Shows & Archive's Oral History Project
A troop of Runway models! Host a Fashion
show! Troops can borrow uniforms from the Archives and History loaner
collection. Come to learn more! Learn about a resource kit available to
Teen troops, that have everything necessary to conduct Oral History
interviews for an IPA, Studio 2B activity, Silver
Award Project or service hours.
Age Level: Teens
Julie Lineberry
B-09
How to Communicate with Deaf Adults and Children
Learn how leaders can communicate with deaf adults and children in all
aspects of Girl Scouting. Participants will receive handouts that
include the Girl Scout Promise, Pledge of Allegiance, American Sign
Language Alphabet, Communication Tips, Interpreters Code of Ethics, ADA and other
information. Presentation will include audience
role-playing session and Q&A. Presenter will also provide
personal information and insight on how to obtain interpreters, and how
to include girls who are deaf in Girl Scout activities. Come and
learn how to sign the Girl Scout Promise, Pledge of Allegiance and
Alphabet.
All Age Levels
Alicia Mullins
B-10
If You Build It, They Will Come
High adventure is a must if you want to retain teen girls! Learn
strategies for setting up programs in your area.
Age Level: Teens
Barb Fraze & Amanda Sass
B-11
Inspired Leadership
In order to be an inspiring leader, you must lead an inspired
life. This interactive workshop challenges Girl Scout leaders to
identify their own personal sources of inspiration and introduces
several activities that can be incorporated into one's busy life to
provide the inspiration required for great leadership.
All Age Levels
Jacki Abbey
B-12
Letterboxing
Learn the art and etiquette of letterboxing, a fun outdoor activity
that promotes an appreciation of nature, art, and community. Learn how
to make journals and stamps for all levels of Girl Scouts. This course
will NOT concentrate on Letterboxing at GSCNC camp properties.
All Age Levels
Ginger Butcher & Alexandra Butcher
B-13
Linking Girls to the Land
Adventure in the outdoors has been essential to Girl Scouting since its
founding in 1912. Try out activities and take home resources provided
by federal agencies through the Linking
Girls to the Land partnership. Share your vision on how the
partnership can help introduce more girls to the great outdoors.
All Age Levels
Carolyn Smith
B-14
Mentoring Teens -- What Works!
The coordinators of Booz Allen's Make the
Connection programs will share lessons learned and tips for
successfully developing mentorship opportunities for teen girls.
Age Level: Teens
Rebecca Patton
B-15
Origami and Paper Crafts
Learn basic origami folds to create simple paper shapes, a mini kite,
and a mini journal/book. Origami makes great inexpensive SWAPs!
All Age Levels
Bonnie Morihisa & Tammy Staten
B-16
Quick and Easy Meeting Start Up Activities
Activities girls can do while they wait for other troop members to
arrive at the meeting. 10-15 minute crafts, simple SWAPs, word games,
GS trivia, cooperative games, etc.
Age Level: Brownies, Juniors
Donna Frederick & Jackie Gadoua-Jan
B-17
The View from the Other Side
Want to gain some first-hand knowledge about the challenges some of
your girls face? Come explore what it's like to live with a disability.
All Age Levels
Karen Shanahan & Meaghan Shanahan
B-18
Women's Stories
Celebrate the legacy of women! This workshop focuses on how to approach
women's issues and women's history with the girls in your troop while
working on the Her Story try-it, the Women's Stories badge, or the
Women Through Time IP. Just in time to plan for Women's History Month
in March!
All Age Levels
Denise Haskins
B-19
The New Girl Scout Leadership Experience: GSUSA Program Changes
What is an Ambassador? Do I need to charter a bus for a Leadership
Journey? Do you have questions about the new Girl Scout Leadership
Experience and the program changes coming from GSUSA? Hear the latest
news about program levels, uniforms, the new program model, Journeys
and more. This session will include a 45-minute
presentation and 45 minutes for a discussion forum/Q&A.
All Age Levels
Brigid Howe
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Workshop Session C
C-01
101 Friendship Bracelet Ideas
Well, maybe not 101, but we will start with simple bracelets. Using
beads, gimp, floss, wire and more, the class will progress through
different ideas, techniques and levels of difficulty.
All Age Levels
Diana Pethtel & Nicole Pethtel
C-02
Beyond 130 International Travel
How and what to pack, leader responsibilities, trip ideas and places to
go, medical
issues and parental concerns.
Age Level: Teens
Penny Halpern & Jennie Klare
C-03
Beyond Ziploc Baggies: Creative
Ways to Hand out Badges and Patches
Tired of girls losing badges as soon as you hand them out? This is a
workshop designed to give you great ideas on ceremony themes, ways to
add a creative flair to handing out awards and do this on a tight Girl
Scout budget!
All Age Levels
Barb Hunter Mahan & Gretchen Thompson
C-04
Contemporary Issues from the Teen Point of View
TAPIOCA, the GSCNC Contemporary Issues Drama Group, will facilitate a
discussion on topics of concern to teens today. Participants will
be actively involved in discussion on these topics. Presentation
will include some performance elements as well as a question and answer
period.
Age Level: Teens
TAPIOCA
C-05
Facing Down Fears
All of us are afraid of something, whether it's
creepy-crawlies, lightning, spooky noises during campouts, or facing a
room of bored Girl Scouts! Learn all about fear in an
experiential workshop. Topics will include simple methods for
thinking about and managing fear-provoking situations as well as ways
to help girls learn similar skills.
All Age Levels
Antonia Bookbinder
C-06
Fun with Knots
Need a knot review? This is for you! Once we've reviewed the knots,
let's have some fun using our new knowledge.
All Age Levels
Barbi Schaefer, Barbara Ostrom & Lanni Brisson
C-07
Games on the Spot
Time-tested games that girls love to play, involving only a bandana or
minimal equipment, resulting in happy Girl Scouts.
Age Level: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors
Marlene Johnson
C-08
Girl Ownership -- Let the Girls Do It!
Explore ways to incorporate girl ownership into all kinds of troop
situations; learn techniques to help girls run their troop meetings and
events and plan their activities and trips. Bring tips and "lessons
learned" for discussion and sharing.
Age Level: Brownies, Juniors, Teens
Darlene Dickerson & Mary Horvath
C-09
Girls & Their Lives
Focus on girls and their self-awareness relationships with friends and
family and their general well-being.
All Age Levels
LeAnne Beardsley
C-10
Group Dynamics
Increase your skill and confidence for group leadership. This
workshop will focus on group behavior, group growth, and what happens
when changes occur within the group. Gain new skills in managing
difficult behaviors and tips for maximizing the effectiveness of group
work.
All Age Levels
Jacki Rizzo & Sam Johnson
C-11
What Girls Say About Self-Esteem, Body Image and Holistic Health
This workshop will explore girls' experiences with self esteem, body
image and holistic health based on research with preteen and teen
girls. Together we will work to develop recommendations to address
challenges and advance the well-being and healthy development of girls.
Age Level: Juniors, Teens
Judy Schoenberg & Kimberlee Salmond
C-12
Hands on Science
Try fun and easy science projects you can lead at troop meetings. Your
troop will clamor for more science!
Age Level: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors
Kathy Barylski
C-13
Hand in Hand - A Model for Access and Inclusion
This workshop will showcase the hands-on traveling exhibit "Language
for the Eye" created by Imagination Stage, Inc. and the National
Children's Museum, which explores the science, technology, culture and
history of deafness. It will also feature a brief performance by
members of Imagination Stage's Sr. Deaf Access Company, made up of
hearing and deaf students who work together to create theatre in a
completely inclusive and accessible environment. This class will also
feature an open discussion to help leaders build strategies and gain
resources for creating an accessible and inclusive environment within
their activities.
All Age Levels
Diane Nutting
C-14
Music, Motion & Emotions
We will learn positive ways to deal with anger so that you may help
your Junior and Teen Girls channel their anger constructively through
the use of music and movement.
Age Level: Juniors, Teens
Judy Lokerson & Sharon Shelton
C-15
Program on a Shoestring
Have fun for nothing! Learn activities and crafts with very
little or no cost. Bring two items from the recycle bin.
All Age Levels
Karin Harrison
C-16
Songs and Singing Games
Yes, we are Still Singing After All
These Years. We will sing songs from the singalong book and learn singing games for your
meetings that girls will love to do again and again. Bring your
tape or voice recorder.
All Age Levels
Karen Brown & Lanni Brisson
C-17
SWAPs
Learn the resources available to make creative SWAPs,
gain ideas of others and make a simple example.
All Age Levels
Janice Howell
C-18
Twilight Fun
Learn fun and educational things to do in the evening at troop
meetings, on a camping trip or at special events. Bring your
flashlight.
All Age Levels
Judy Baldwin
C-19
Working with Parents and Adults to Grow Your GS Program
Everyone has had various adult personality types walk through their
door. This class explores what it really means to be a Girl Scout
parent/supporter, how to get every slot filled on your adult kaper chart (and not have your name on every
line), and how to motivate the laid-back parent into taking a more
active role in their daughter's Girl Scout experience. Bring your best
ideas to share in a class you won't soon forget.
All Age Levels
Sherry Mervine
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