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SASLATSeptember 21, 2013
Advancement Program
• Learning and Advancement are interchangeable
• Framework for guiding the learning of Scouts and then their recognition
• Opportunities to explore and master
• Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class teach the core skills and values
• Star, Life and Eagle focus on personal growth, leadership and responsibility
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SASLATSeptember 21, 2013
The Advancement ideas and methods of Boy Scouting are
defined and presented in National BSA pub # 33088
“Guide to Advancement 2013”
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SASLATSeptember 21, 2013
The Guide to Advancement 2013(the Guide)an Overview:
• Very detailed Table of Contents
• Covers all programs, Cubbing, Boy Scouts, Venturing, etc.
• Has general information and program specific information
• Starts by giving key definitions and guidelines
• Then discusses, in multiple sections, the mechanics of Advancement
• Has sections oriented to complex situations (e.g.: Eagle; Special Needs; appeals)
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SASLATSeptember 21, 2013
The Guide, Section 2:Advancement Defined
• The process by which Scouts progress from rank to rank• Based on learning from education and most of all from
doing (EDGE – Explaining, Demonstrating, Guiding, Enabling)• Personal growth is the prime consideration• Built into the Troop’s program• Leads to
– Scouts accepting responsibility– Demonstrating self-reliance– Caring for themselves and others– Making Scout ideals part of their lives– Showing signs they will be positive contributors in life
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The Guide, Section 3:Guidelines for … Committees
• Council, District, Unit Advancement – all have roles
• Unit Advancement• Obvious basics:
– Records keeping– Advancement reporting – using Internet
Advancement– Court of Honor preparations and planning
• Unit Goal Setting• Unit Progress Evaluation
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The Guide, Section 4: The Mechanics of Advancement
• 4 Steps in Advancement:
• Active Participation: Defined – complex: read it!
• Demonstrate Scout Spirit: Discussed – usefulness of imperfection
• Positions of Responsibility: Definitions and Procedures – complex!
• Scoutmaster Conference: Why and when
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SASLATSeptember 21, 2013
Definitions of Active and Scout Spiritfrom National meeting presentation
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• The Guide, Section 5: Special Considerations– Camp, Extended Absence, Lone Scouting, Foreign
Youth– Religious Principles – needs reading – parent role
defined– Posthumous Awards & “Spirit of the Eagle” Award
• The Guide, Section 6: Internet Advancement Highlights
• The Guide, Section 7: The Merit Badge Program– Not part of this presentation – but clearly part of
Advancement– Currently 130+ Merit Badges– Covers A-Z on MB: definitions, process, procedures,
and qualification of counselors
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SASLATSeptember 21, 2013
The Guide, Section 8: Boards of Review:An Overview for All Ranks
• What the Scout is due
• Who can’t be on any Board of Review– Unit Leaders and Assistants, Parents of Scout, Specially Chosen
• Conduct of the Board
• How Boards lead to improvement
• Decisions must be unanimous
• Post-Review requirements if disapproved
• Particulars for Tenderfoot through Life
• Particulars for the Eagle Scout Rank
• Appeals
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The Guide, Section 9: The Eagle Scout Rank
• The Rank Application Process– Completed, Signed, Reviewed by Council
– References are confidential, not Scout’s responsibility to get
• The Eagle Scout Service Project– This part is in sync with material in the Service Project Workbook
– Evaluating the Project, Risk Management, Insurance: read it!
• Eagle Palms
• Time Extensions (As the gecko says, “fuh-gedda-bout-it”)– For limited, last-minute, temporary situations
– Special Needs handled by registration as handicapped
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• The Guide, Section 10:Adv. For Members with Special Needs– Registration, Flexibility, Program Specifics
• The Guide, Section 11: – FAQ by program; point back to main text of the Guide
– Obscure forms
– List of Advancement-related Literature
– BSA Charter and Bylaws related to Advancement
• An Index
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SASLATSeptember 21, 2013
Advancement Program
4 Steps to Advancement1) A Scout Learns
2) A Scout is Tested
3) A Scout is Reviewed
4) A Scout is Recognized
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A Scout Learns
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A Scout is Tested
• Older Scouts (leaders) who have already earned the rank may determine if other Scouts have learned the skill.
• In a new Scout patrol, testing may have to be conducted by ASM or Troop Guide assigned to patrol.
• Scoutmasters should monitor testing to assure quality control.
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A Scout is ReviewedScoutmaster’s Conference
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Scoutmaster’s Conference
• Notice that it is not a re-test.
• It is not a pass-fail.
• Should establish trust.
• Provide positive reinforcement.
• Ask Scout to set goals – leadership, summer camp, etc.
• Congratulate the Scout.
• Explain what the Scout is to expect at the board of review.
Per Youth Protection Guidelines the Scoutmaster’s Conference is always conducted in view of others.
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Board of Review
• Except for Eagle, Boards of Review are conducted by the troop’s committee.
• Purpose is not a retest, but rather to insure completion of rank requirements and to determine quality of Scout’s troop experience.
• Make every effort to put the Scout at ease.
• Offer encouragement and praise.
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A Scout is Recognized
• Immediate recognition of achievement is a powerful incentive for Scouts to continue.
• A Scout should receive his new badge of rank ASAP.
• Troops should hold Courts of Honor every three months to recognize all Scouts who have moved up in rank or earned Merit Badges.
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SASLATSeptember 21, 2013
How are you doing?Is your troop running the BSA way?
Consider:
• 3.0.0.3 item 7: Establish practices that will allow each new Boy Scout to achieve First Class rank within 12-18 months of joining, and then to Star rank soon thereafter.
• 3.0.0.3 item 8: Arrange for timely (monthly suggested) Boards of Review, and see that Scouts ready for them are invited.
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Strengths of the Advancement Program
• It’s fun.• It offers adventure.• It allows Scouts to measure their progress.• It provides recognition.• It promotes the development of physical
fitness, character and citizenship.
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SASLATSeptember 21, 2013
Any Questions?Contact
Neal Townsend
221 – 9063
This presentation and other material will be posted on www.ntown.info.