Contact programupdates@scouting.org with questions.

2015 Program Changes

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We have changed our programs to reflect the results of a thorough program review and assessment that clearly identifies those elements that are appealing, exciting and culturally relevant to today’s youth and families.

The BSA’s programs match what today’s youth both want and need.

Dynamic and Relevant Program

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PROGRAM UPDATES

Task Force Structure

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• Roughly Seventy-Five (75) Volunteers• Nationally Representative• Networked to other functions and discipline

• Religious Relations Committee• Aquatics Task Force• Program Impact, etc.

• Governance thru the Program Content Support Committee to the National Board

December 2013

Timeline & Organizing Principles

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One Oath and Law

Adopt the Scout Oath and Law for use in the Cub Scout & Venturing program, retiring the Cub Scout Promise & Venturing Oath.

– Revise the Core Values of Cub Scouts to align exactly with the twelve points of the Scout Law. 

– Retire the Law of the Pack, while maintaining the concept of “Akela” as leader. 

– Maintain the current Cub Scout motto, sign, salute, and handshake. – Venturers will use the Scout sign and salute.

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Venturing – New Program Model

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ALPS Program Model

• Four Areas of Focus• Progressive Learning• Lasting Impact for Youth• Begins June 2014• “Old” program ends December 31, 2014

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Award Focus: Joining

•Commitment to ideals•Participation

Venturing Award

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Discovery Award

Award Focus: Participation

•Preparing to lead•Service•Active participation•Goal setting & personal growth

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Pathfinder Award

Award Focus: Leadership• Advanced skills• Planning service• Goal setting through planning

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Summit Award

Award Focus: Mentoring• Leading service• Goal setting in “the big picture”

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Crew Activities

• Tier I

• Tier II

• Tier III

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Program Opportunities

• Program Guides

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Online Training

• Personal Reflections• Goal Setting• Time Management• Project Management• Mentoring

ACTIVITY

Calendar Planning

Growth & Council Impact

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Support

• Council Standards of Venturing Excellence

(CSVE)

– Adjusted Unit, District, and Council Standards

– Focus on Retention and Membership

• National Venturing Committee

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National Venturing Committee

• New structure for all levels. Regional, Area,

Council, District

• Structure will be designed

• Representation from all Region both youth and

adult

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Support from National

Q&A

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Program Questions?

For program questions, contact:

Program.Content@scouting.org

Or visit:

www.scouting.org/venturing