La Jolla Service Unit Meeting January 15, 2003

Next Meeting: February 19, 2003, 7 - 8 PM
Service Unit website: www.dolhpinsunrise.com/lajollags

1. Treasurer - Wyndham Jackson
   1. The Service Unit bank account balance is $2224.59. Give Wyndham receipts if you are owed money for any service unit expenses.
   2. A troop bank account is necessary to sell cookies. Wyndham has Bank Authority Forms for opening accounts. A service Unit Team member needs to be a signer on all troop bank accounts.
2. Registrar - Peggy Goddard
   
   • Troop Member Worksheets - Peggy has processed all those she has received and contacted any troop leaders who have girls that still need to register. For those who have not sent theirs in, please send to Peggy ASAP.
3. Activity Director - Laura Wheeler
   
   1. Processing of forms has been going smoothly with Email, fax, etc. If you don't feel you are getting good service, call her and talk about it.
   2. Caper Chart Suggestions: Laura has magnetic Caper charts, with magnets that the girls have painted of themselves (available at Michaels). She keeps a "Camp Book" by the Caper Chart which contains all the information the girls need to do their jobs. This works well for Junior level and above.
   3. Camp Book: Laura brought in a Camp Book that she uses with her troop of 20+ girls. Some of the things it contains are: recipes, maps, agenda, menu, job descriptions, how to build a campfire, chuck box inventory, list of camping equipment, how to wash dishes, how to tie knots, how to keep from getting lost, flag ceremonies, animal track identification, and more. Copies of the Camp Book are being made by Andrea Migdal for those leaders interested. Laura says the girls plan the meals and activities for a campout. She pulls out of a hat the capers and tent assignments.
4. Recognitions - Pat Pickett
   1. Sara Wheeler was recognized for photographing the Girl Scouts in the La Jolla Holiday Parade. Photos of the parade were passed around.
   2. Bridget Breitenberg was recognized for training.
   3. There are lots of ways leaders and others can be recognized for work done. These include: Outstanding Leader Outstanding Volunteer Leadership Development Anyone can fill out a form nominating someone for these awards. Service Unit Awards include: Registrar Troop Organizer Cookie Coordinator Treasurer President's Award (for Service Unit meeting goals) Forms will be available next meeting.
5. Volunteer Support Coordinator - Carolyn Vasquez Miller
   1. There will be a day camp in February in Escondido for students who are off track in school.
   2. Sad News: Deb Baker from Council passed away during the holidays. Chari Fairley, who worked supporting our Service Unit previously, was in a fatal car accident with her son. They are survived by her husband, who was injured. A Benevolent Fund has been set up through Washington Mutual. The Service Unit voted to donate $118, the proceeds from the Juliette Low Campfire.
   3. Membership Renewal - ideas for the new campaign theme are welcome. Contact Carolyn with new ideas. Laura Wheeler asked if Senior Girl Scouts can work on the task force. Carolyn will investigate.
6. Announcements - Peggy
   1. First Aid/CPR class, Thursday, March 6, 6 - 10 PM. The class will be held in our regular meeting room at the La Jolla Presbyterian Church. Sign up for 1 or both parts. 1 Part: $30, both parts: $48. Money due the night of the class. Contact Maria Beaupre for sign up (858-270-3301).
   2. Troop Organizer Round Table, Thursday, January 23, 6:30 - 8:30, at Balboa. If you are a Troop Organizer or want to be one, this will be very informative. Studio 2B info for older girls will also be available. The Round Table counts as training. Register by calling council.
   3. Cookie Kickoff, Sunday, January 19 at Sea World. If you are registered to go, please bring only 1 backpack per troop, as all will be searched.
   4. 4. Cookie sale start January 25. Don't start early! Be fair
   5. 5. We are looking for space to store the Service Unit library and other miscellaneous items. It is quite a large pile and would require a dry space in a garage, stairwell, etc.
7. International Fun Faire - Bridget Breitenberg & Troop 3270
   Saturday February 22
   9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
   La Jolla Elementary
   
   1. Three troops will be hosting countries:
      Troop 3012, Wyndham Jackson leader will host Bali
      Troop 3311, Maggie Guth leader will host Italy
      Troop 3451, Andrea Migdal leader will host Finland.
   2. Jan Economy will be the event First Aider
   3. Erika Ho's Troop 3161, will help with registration.
   4. The cost will be $10 per girl, to cover expenses for the countries. The formal invitation will arrive by email soon. RSVP is due the middle of next week. Registration will be at the Girard parking area of La Jolla Elementary.
8. Encampment - Tina VanVechten
   March 28 - 30 at Winnacka
   March 29, 10AM - 4 PM for Brownies
   Theme: Robin Hood, Sherwood Forest
   Registrations due February 14, with payment
   
   1. Due to limited cabin space, this will be a weekend event for Juniors, Cadettes and Seniors and a day event for Brownies.
   2. The program for the older girls will include archery, challenge course, a craft and a nature activity.
   3. The Saturday event for the Brownies will have 3 rotations and lunch will be provided.
   4. Leaders are needed to help with the Brownie event. Pat Pickett and Margaret Armstrong volunteered. One more leader is needed.
   5. There will be 1 rotation for the older girls that will involve helping with one of the Brownie rotations.
   6. Margaret Armstrong is coordinating bus transportation for the Brownies, if enough sign up.
   7. Registration forms were emailed last week.
9. Service Project Ideas
   1. I Love A CLEAN San Diego
   2. Helen Woodward Center
   3. Food Kitchens
   4. Convalescent Homes
   5. Help other troops with Bridging