THE KEY TO THE FUTURE

Bridging for Ages 11-17
By Carol Lee Spages
 

Supplies:       a key for each Girl Scout - could be cut from paper OR buy uncut keys from a store -
                           attach to a daisy flower's stem and/or ribbon.
 
Ceremony:    *   advisor speaking      #  girls' response
 
*       Have you come here tonight (today) with a desire to be bridge to STUDIO 2B for Girl Scout 11 -17?

#      Yes, we have.

*       Do you understand that by entering Girl Scouts 11 -17 you are joining a sisterhood in which you will be expected to live your life by the values in the Girl Scout Promise and Law and follow the 4 B's of Become, Belong, Believe and Build?

#      We do.

*       You now will take on more responsibility for your program design.  You will work in partnership with your advisor to plan your own path through the program.  Are you prepared to be an active participant in this partnership?

#      We are.

*       Are you ready to take the lead to make new choices for your life?  Are you ready to take on new challenges and look wide at life and then look wider still?

#      We are.

*       Understanding these things then, I ask you to see your responsibilities and endeavors in Girl Scouting, not from a girl's point of view, but that of young leaders. Will you do this?

#      We will.

*       I trust you, on your honor, to do your best to keep these promises. Do your best to keep your honor bright and the spirit of Girl Scouting in your heart. (pause) Accept these keys as symbols of your advancement into Girl Scouting 11 -17. Use them to unlock all the adventures and opportunities available to you through STUDIO 2B Girl Scouts. (present keys)

 

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