GirlTalk – A Blog by GSSEM

Volunteer Spotlight: Michelle Matney

As the troop leader for troop 74590, Michelle Matney has watched her daughter transform from a Girl Scout Daisy to her final year as an Ambassador. What keeps this troop going? Working together as a family. Michelle says she became…

Volunteer Spotlight: Jan Robertjohn

For more than 40 years, Jan Robertjohn has been a part of the Girl Scout community. During this time she’s worn many hats, including being a troop leader, community events coordinator, Highest Awards committee member, and even a fellow Girl…

Volunteer Spotlight: Natasha Hamilton

Although initially Natasha Hamilton was super nervous about becoming a troop leader, after 10 years, she’s proven to be the role model her girls needed. Troop 75084 is lucky to have her and so is GSSEM! When her daughter was…

Girl Scout Camp is Better than Ever!

No matter the time of year, it’s always a great idea to Get Outdoors (GO!). Girl Scouts are natural-born leaders, who create their own outdoor adventures. GSSEM has made it even easier for girls to get out and explore, with…

Volunteer Spotlight: Jessica Owens-Mawson

Jessica Owens-Mawson is the “troop mom” behind Troop 76837. As a former Girl Scout herself, she’s committed to seeing her girls grow and become leaders in the community. In addition to being a troop mom, Jessica is also the Girl…

Volunteer Spotlight: Jennifer Sexton

A former Girl Scout herself, Jennifer Sexton has taken on several volunteer roles within the organization, including Product Program Committee member, Troop Leader/Co-Leader, Troop Product Program Manager, and Day Camp Director. Her time and commitment to the Girl Scout program…