ScoutBook, ScoutBook Plus, & Internet Advancement, Oh My!
Hightower Trail Roundtable was stocked with experts this month. Attendees are encouraged to participate rather than just listen, so discussion was lively and informative throughout the program… and after the program, too. After we turn off the lights, everyone knows you can just move to the parking lot! We love to see new units represented and our numbers increase every month. Three Scouters won door prizes! Next Roundtable there will also be a gift card PRIZE to the unit who brings the most representatives!
Erika Fields presented a Safety Moment on Anxiety, pointing out that situations like going to Scout camp can be a challenge for many. Some helpful information mentioned is linked below under “Resources”. Scouters also heard from the Council High Adventure Committee Chair, Daniel Yee, about opportunities to help get youth access to high adventure.
The main topic of the day was ScoutBook and how it is changing, what ScoutBook Plus (aka ScoutBook 2.0 ) is bringing, and where Internet Advancement fits in. Maurice Landrum, program specialist from Council, walked us through it. His wide range of experience using and teaching these tools was valuable. Scouters then split into breakout groups. The Troop reps stayed with Mr. Landrum, while Kelly Livingston (Pack 21 Den Leader and past committee chair, and T15 New Member Chair) did an excellent job leading the Pack unit reps.
Many opportunities are available in the Atlanta area over the next few months for training, advancement, and fun times. See the list below for links!
UPCOMING SEPTEMBER ROUNDTABLE
Finances, Funds & Fees
When: Sept 26, 7pm
Where: Oak Grove United Methodist Church
Resources
Safety Moment – Anxiety:
- Inclusion Toolbox from the Special Needs & Disabilities Committee of Scouting America.
- Alternative Scout Advancement Plan: This is for Scouts who need accommodations for rank due to medical needs. (File is attached) Once completed by parents/Scoutmaster, they can submit it to chris.derose@scouting.org. Once submitted, it goes through an internal review process, there are discussions with the parents, etc. so please plan accordingly. (don’t wait till a week before your Court of Honor or summer camp!)
- World Health Organization – good info on mental health in youth.
ScoutBook / ScoutBook Plus:
- Contact Information for our expert presenter – Maurice Landrum, Program Specialist (770) 989-2866, mlandrum@atlantabsa.org
- Scouting Forum for questions and discussion
- Atlanta Area Council ScoutBook Webpage
Other:
- Let’s give ‘em something to talk about – Icebreaker Conversation Starters
- Council High Adventure Treks: Video, Information & Applications
Opportunities
- Wood Badge Fall Course – September 6-8 & October 5-6, 2024
- University of Scouting – Sept 21st
- Training Extravaganza – Nov 9th
- Trailblazer Adventure Camp, 1st weekend in October. Setup the weekend before. Advancement event held by Egwa Tawa Dee Lodge for Cub Scouts.
- Spooky-Ree – 2, 3, 4th weekends in October. FIRST weekend is setup! I’m sure they need volunteers!
- Stranger Things Merit Badge Summit – Oct 26th
- Conservation Weekend – Nov 8-10