GSWPA Council Communications
As you can see, there’s a lot going on in Girl Scouts! Our goal is to make communicating this information
to you as simple as possible. If you ever have ideas on how we can improve, please email
[email protected].
Here’s a breakdown of how we share information, and some tips for you as a volunteer to connect with
the council, other volunteers and parents.
Learning About GSWPA Programs
S’more , our program book, is published twice in the membership year and posted online at
gswpa.org:
● Yearlong S’more is mailed in late summer.
● Camp S’more is mailed to all households in the winter.
Each issue is filled with great programs and planning information for your Girl Scouts. All council-
sponsored events (events we plan and run) are also listed on our Activities Calendar. (Each program on
our activities calendar links to our online registration system too.)
New programs and events are added all the time! Be sure to check our Activities Calendar at
gswpa.org on a regular basis.
Local programs planned by your service unit are not listed in GSWPA publications or on our website.
GSWPA also does not list programs that aren’t sponsored by our council. (Ex. local patch programs at an
indoor water park or a museum.) Contact your local event organizer, membership staff or the business
or organization hosting the event for those details.
Informational Meetings
Town Hall Meetings are held in the fall. Every registered member (14 years and older) receives
announcements of days/times/locations and are invited to provide feedback into council decision-
making and receive board and operational updates. Adult Awards are often presented at these
meetings.
The Annual Meeting is held in the spring, typically in April. Every registered member (14 years and older)
receives an announcement, and delegates are asked to represent their service units. The board reports
on the year’s business and holds discussion. Several adult awards are also presented. Delegates and
visitors who attend the GSWPA Annual Meeting receive a copy of the Annual Report. (The Annual Report
is also posted on our website under Our Council/Publications.)
Multi-Service Unit Meetings are scheduled by membership staff based on the wants and needs of
your area. These meetings are great ways to share ideas, get info from GSWPA and meet other
volunteers in your area.
Service Unit Meetings are typically held on a monthly basis and are coordinated by your service unit
manager or GSWPA staff. It’s a time to get info from GSWPA and learn more about Girl Scouting in your
area. If you can’t attend meetings, be sure to connect with your service unit for meeting notes.