Scoutmaster Minute: Last weeks meeting by the Panda Patrol provided a great example of the possible when teamwork and EDGE methods are applied to pioneering. I will be interested to see if anyone puts these skills to use on a future campout.
All Scouts should keep in mind that “Nothing is impossible, the word itself says ‘I’m possible‘! (Audrey Hepburn)

Rank Advancement
  • Star – Brady Connor  (1/22/19)
1. This Week Jan 29 – Cuts, Bumps & Breaks (LandSharks)

Uniform: Class A
Scouts will be focused on the cooperative skills necessary to support themselves and others in times of emergency. The meeting will provide an opportunity to apply the EDGE method while working issues highlighted in First Aid section of the Handbook (p105-155..hint), Tenderfoot #4, 2nd Class #6 and 1st Class #7, and elements of both First Aid and Emergency Preparedness merit badges.
 
2. Next Week Feb 5 – TBD (Titans)
Uniform: Class A
Meeting plan under review with SPL.
 
3. Next Next Next Week Feb12 – Cyber Awareness (ALL)
Uniform: Class A
Attendance by ALL Scouts is encouraged. 
The use of cell phone technology amongst youth is at an all time high. This meeting is designed to address important Youth Protection requirements associated with Cyber Chip and is designed to help our Scouts protect themselves while using these devices. This also is complements the electronic policy each Scout signed during our rechartering and is opportunity to reinforce those expectations. 
4. Merit Badge University Registration
If you have not already registered for MBU 2019 please do so immediately as slots are filled first-come, first-served basis. Don’t delay to make sure you get what you want and need!
MBU is the best opportunity outside of Summer Camp for Scouts to complete requirements necessary for advancement. Take advantage of this opportunity!
Instructors will contact registered students next weekend to assign pre-requisites as needed, but there is no need to wait. Every Scout should review the requirements for the merit badges they select and become familiar with the work ahead. It can’t hurt to work on any writing assignments, research or compilation needed for the badge.  Everything you need to know *should* be on the SignUpGenius link above. Please direct questions about registration and logistics to Matt Connor <matt.conner@gmail.com>; questions about requirements or content should be directed to the listed instructor.
5.  Eagle Project Layth Rishmawi – Feb 2 @10am, 14227 Brenham Drive, Centreville, VA
Uniform: Class B

Here is great opportunity to support a fellow Scouter as he seeks to complete his Eagle Project and earn service hours, also counts toward one of ten activities for 1st Class #1a.
Layth will be leading Scouts and volunteers in building several picnic tables for use by CRi, which is a community-based organization with a focus on serving individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities, & mental health needs.
Power drills (battery & corded) are key tools that would benefit project completion. See attached flyer.
6.  Key Dates
Feb 6: Eagle Project – Layth Rishmawi
Feb 12 Cyber Awareness Mtg
Feb 10, 17, 24: Merit Badge University
Feb 19: PLC Meeting
Mar 5: Troop Leadership Elections/Positions of Responsibility
Mar 22-24: Elizabeth Furnace Campout
Mar 31: Junior Leadership Training
Apr 2: Court of Honor
Apr 6: Spring Cleanup @CUMC (Service Hrs)
Apr 26-28: New Scout Campout
Jun 23-29: Summer Camp @ Goshen’s Camp Olmstead