Calendar - November 2006

Lawrence County Service Unit Leader Meetings are open to all Troop Leaders, Assistant  Troop Leaders and Troop Committee Parents.  Monthly meetings are held at the Main Street Church of Christ in Walnut Ridge during the months of August, October, November, December, February and April.  During the months of September, January and March, meeting will be held at the Black Rock Public School Cafeteria.

A December holiday dinner will be planned with an ornament exchange.  May meeting to be announced.

Please attend these meetings to received up-to-date information on events taking place in our council.

ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY would like to extend a special invitation to the Girl Scouts of Crowley’s Ridge, their families and friends to cheer on the ASU Lady Indian Volleyball team and help break their attendance record at the Convocation Center.

ASU Lady Indians vs. Arkansas-Little Rock

Saturday, November 4, 2006

1:00 pm

Passes/tickets for the volleyball game will not be ordered through the council office -- Girl Scouts arriving at the game in uniform or wearing a Girl Scout T-shirt will receive free admission into the game.  Free admission will also be granted to anyone bringing donations of canned food for ASU’s Thanksgiving Food Drive.

Bring the whole family out for this exciting day.  Prizes will also be given out throughout the game!

GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL SHOP

TROOP REBATE PROGRAM

How does it work?

• Each leader/volunteer gives the parents/guardians a coupon. Limit one per girl.
• The parents/guardians fill out the information on the coupon. Remember purchases are tracked by Troop number so be sure they have the troop number.
• The parents/guardians who make any purchases from the council shop between September 1, 2006 and November 30, 2006 can turn this coupon in to the council shop for your troop to receive a store rebate. Rebate amounts will equal to 10% of purchase. Rebate amounts are issued to the Troop as store credits only. There is no cash or personal value to them.
• Council shop will keep a master list of rebate amounts by Troop number. Leaders/volunteers should contact council for rebate amounts.
• Rebate amounts should be used between January 1, 2007 and February 28, 2007.
• Rebates must be used for troop needs from the Girl Scout Catalog. The rebate credit can be used on the following items: Brownie GS Try-its (page 32), Junior Badges (page 33), Interest Project Awards (page 32), Fun Patches (page 30 & 31), Certificates (page 29) Studio 2B Charms and Books, and books (excluding handbook sets, because these are already reduced by $3.00)
• Deadlines will not be extended.

Questions & Answers

Does the troop get cash back?

No, the rebate is designed to get more traffic into the shop. The rebate is a store credit to be used toward the purchase of key merchandise items.

Do phone and fax orders count?

Yes, when placing the order over the phone during the valid dates, make sure to include your troop number and mail or fax in your coupon with payment.

Will purchases at off site sales count?

Yes, make sure to mention your troop number as all rebates are tracked by the troop number. Off sites sales include Traveling Shop. Coupons will be available at the Traveling Shop site. Limit one per girl.

Why is the rebate only valid for redemption during January and February?

The council store is very busy starting in March with the end of year business. The rebate allows leaders to shop for their troops’ awards during these slow months when we have plenty of stock to meet their needs.

For additional information:

Contact:     Angie Martin

                   Crowley’s Ridge Girl Scout Council

                   4803 East Johnson

                   Jonesboro, AR 72401

                   (870) 932-2833 xt.100 apalmer@crgs.org

Troop Rebate Coupon  

Return this coupon to the council shop between September 1, 2006 through November 30, 2006 and we will give your troop 10% of the purchase as a store credit to go toward items needed for the troop.

Your Name ______________________________

E-Mail __________________________________

Troop #_________________________________

Leaders Name___________________________

Amount of Purchase$______________________

Crowley’s Ridge Girl Scout Council

4803 East Johnson

Jonesboro,  AR 72401   870-932-2833 ext. 100

Troops must redeem their credit between January 1, 2007 and February 28, 2007

The Trading Post will be open and offering refreshments as well as T-Shirts, Jewelry, disposable cameras, needed camp items, Gift items and items from the GSUSA Catalog.  

For girls in grades 9-12 planning for life after high school -- 

“School’s Out…What’s Next? Part 1” is the first installment in a series of workshops being developed to help plan for your future! You will learn tips to help you get ahead on college and job applications and entrance interviews, scholarships/financial aid, housing options, money management and much more!

Part 1 will be held at the Girl Scout Service Center on Saturday, Nov. 18^th, from 1:00 – 3:00 pm and will focus on resumes, interview skills and appearance. Complete information and registration forms will be posted in October.   Pre-registration is required to attend this workshop. (Registration form below) 

For more information, contact Debbie Franks, Program Director, at 932-2833, ext. 105 or 800-932-2833, ext 105.

SCHOOL’S OUT……………WHAT’S NEXT?

Part 1

Do you every wonder how to prepare for “life after high school”?  What choices are out there?  Will you go to college or enter the workforce?    How do you apply for financial aid or scholarships?   How do you dress for an interview?

Well, worry no more!  Girl Scouts of Crowley’s Ridge Council will offer a series of workshops to help you prepare for your future. 

Who:           These workshops are offered to girls in grades 9-12.

What:                   Part 1 will focus on resume writing, interview skills and appearance.

When:                   Saturday, November 18, 2006                                                                    

                   1:00 – 3:00 pm                                            

Where:       Girl Scout Service Center                      

Cost:           $2 per girl   (Requests for refunds will be honored only if the council office is notified at least seven days prior to the event or with a doctor’s excuse in case of illness.)

What to bring:     Bring your resume and come dressed for an interview.  (The workshops will help you improve your skills)

Please register as individuals, not troops. Complete the registration form below, detach and return it along with your registration fee of $2 to the council office by November 15th. 

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School’s Out….What’s Next? Part 1         Registration Form

Registration deadline:    Nov. 15, 2006

Girl’s Name: _____________________________      Age: ________       Grade:_________

Address: _______________________________       City & zip: ______________________

Pnone #                          (day)                               (night)

Troop #: __________                         Leader: ___________________________________

Amount enclosed: _____________                 (company/program/events/gs11-17/school’s out)