G.I.R.L. Talk – A Blog by GSSEM

Volunteer Spotlight: Brook Drake

In times of uncertainty and plenty of change, volunteers continue to be the backbone of this organization. They wear many hats at GSSEM, and we’re so grateful for their endless dedication and efforts. It’s troop leaders like Brook Drake who’ve…

Exploradoras hoy. Científicas mañana: Girl Scouts to host Virtual Spanish Party

Calling all girls in kindergarten through 5th grade: you’re invited to join the virtual party of the year, on October 17, 2020 at 1 p.m. Celebrate being a girl as you learn about what Girl Scout has to offer you…

New Virtual Series to Begin Next Week!

Starting October 5, GSSEM will begin hosting several FREE nine-week virtual programs for Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors. Each of the series will cover a range of topics including art, outdoor adventures, and first-aid. You only need to register one time…

Fall Back Into Camp

It’s time to “fall” back in love with Camp Hawthorn Hollow (CHH) this season! CHH is open for adventures for you and you troop, including Troop Camping, Family Camping, and the brand new Camp STEM events. While at camp, girls…

Detroit Auto Dealers Association Fund Contributes $30,000 to GSSEM

GSSEM appreciates the generous $30,000 grant received from the Detroit Auto Dealers Association Charitable Foundation Fund of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan. This 2019 contribution is helping GSSEM serve girls living in Detroit, the Downriver area, and Pontiac to…

Girl Scouts Enlists FIT Fashion Design Students for Uniform Redesign and New Apparel Collection

Girl Scouts’ new uniforms and official apparel will outfit today’s young female changemakers with features that are comfortable, functional, and fashionable. Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) and the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) announced the launch of customizable, redesigned…

Be a Badge Boss Online

The Badge Boss Virtual Saturday Series is still going strong, continuing through the end of the year! Our Badge Boss programs provide girls and their families with a clear road map for success, that focus on three of the four…

Bridge to the next level in Girl Scouting—in person or virtually!

This year bridging might look a little different than usual, but it’s more important than ever to celebrate. As your girls transition to the next exciting step in their momentous Girl Scout journeys, let’s all take a moment to honor…

Get Ready! Girl Scouts Announce 24 NEW Badges and Virtual Events

These new badges and virtual live events are designed to help girls practice ambitious leadership in the crucial areas of automotive engineering, STEM career exploration, entrepreneurship, and civics, many of which remain male-dominated. About the Badges: Entrepreneur badges (grades K–12) Girls develop…