Welcome toScoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training *

WelcomePreopeningOpeningWelcome*

IntroductionsWe were new once too!briefly introduce your patrol member:Give name, unit, position, districtOne fun (Scouting related) factScout handshake*

Session One: Getting Started*

Scouting Welcomes You*

The Promise of Scouting*

The Promise of ScoutingWhy do you think boys join Scouting?*

Deliver the PromiseTo deliver the Promise of Scouting, there are things you must:KnowBeDo*

Know ThisBe confident; you can do thisAbundant resources already existYou are part of a supportive teamHere are the steps to confidenceShow upBuild on your strengthsUse existing resourcesAsk!*

Training OverviewOnline: Fast Start, This Is ScoutingScoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster TrainingGetting StartedLighting the FireKeeping It GoingIntroduction to Outdoor Leader Skills *

Written ResourcesAims and Methods of ScoutingHandbooksScout HandbookScoutmaster HandbookOther BSA literatureOutdoor literature*

The Aims of ScoutingCharacter developmentCitizenship trainingMental and physical fitness*

The Role of the Scoutmaster*

What comes first?Scoutmaster TrainingGetting started: The role of a SM in a Boy-Led troopLighting the fire: ProgramKeeping it going: Planning and administrationExpectations*

The Qualities of a ScoutmasterDescribe your image of a Scoutmaster*

What a Scoutmaster Must BeA role modelA friend to the boysAn example, wearing the uniform*

What a Scoutmaster Must KnowBoys are the leadersPatrol methodThe skills to deliver the Scouting promiseThe resources: training, literature *

What a Scoutmaster Must DoGive directionProvide coachingSupportEmpowerHave fun*

Being these things, Knowing these things, Doing those things, are within your abilities*

Questions? about your role? about your expectations?*

Troop Organization*

The Boy Led TroopSM Handbook, Chapter 3*

Troop Structure*

Troop Structure*

The Boy Led PatrolSM Handbook, Chapter 4*

Three Kinds of PatrolsRegular patrolsNew-Scout patrolsVenture patrols*

Patrol LeadersElectedResponsible for patrol activitiesRepresent the patrol a the PLCAPL and other positions are appointed*

The Leader of the TroopThe SPLElected by all youth members of the troop.Not in a patrolAppoints his ASPLs & staff*

The Primary Leadership Body of the TroopThe PLC*

The Organization of Scouting*

Troop Organization: SummaryThe Troop is a framework for everyone to get the most out of the programBoys get opportunities to learnVariety of challenges to match interest and developmentDeliver the Promise of ScoutingDriving Force: BLTUPM

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Break*

Troop Meetings*

Why have Troop Meetings?*

Troop MeetingsThey need to be:To be fast-paced, interesting, and varied. To lead toward exciting troop activities in the outdoors. To be the glue that holds a troop together. and more. In order to:Motivate boysStrengthen patrolsPromote patrol spiritEncourage Scouts to learn and practice Scouting skillsAllow Scouts to exercise leadership

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Who Plans and Runsthe Troop Meeting?*

Who Plans and Runsthe Troop Meeting?*

Troop Meeting PlanPreopeningOpening CeremonySkills InstructionPatrol MeetingsInterpatrol ActivityClosingAfter the Meeting*

The Troop MeetingPreopeningOpening5 minutesSkills Instruction 1520 minutesPatrol Meetings 520 minutesInterpatrol Activity 1520 minutesClosing5 minutesAfter the meeting*

VIDEO NO. 1: BEFORE THE MEETING*

VIDEO NO. 2: AFTER THE MEETING*

VIDEO NO. 3: TEACHING THE SENIOR PATROL LEADER*

Troop Meetings and the ScoutmasterSupport and guide senior patrol leaderThe Scoutmasters MinuteReview plans for the next meeting*

We Did It Ourselves.*

Break*

Scout SignA Sign of Respect, not Control*

*Working With Boy LeadersThe Patrol Method

When it comes to working with boys, what are your greatest concerns?*Question

The Patrol MethodThe patrol method is not a way to operate a Boy Scout troop, it is the only way. Unless the patrol method is in operation you dont really have a Boy Scout troopRobert Baden-Powell, the founder of Scouting

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Keys to Troop LeadershipUse the Patrol MethodBe a good listenerProvide positive reinforcementMatch leadership styles to the needs of your ScoutsNever do anything a boy can do B-P*

Setting The Example

You set the toneYou support and inspireYou trust them with positions of leadership The object of the patrol method is not so much saving the Scoutmaster trouble as to give responsibility to the boy B-P

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Setting High StandardsSteer away fromVulgarityDisrespectBullyingInappropriate teasing

Every boy should feelWelcomeRespectSecure

*Scouting is a game for boys under the leadership of boys under the direction of a man. B-P

Use a Simple Powerful ToolListen You care about the boyTheir thoughts and ideas have weightYoure opening lines of communicationIt will lead to fresh ways of doing thingsYou need information about each boy Seek first to understand; then to be understood Covey

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What Scouting Can Provide a BoySense of belongingAchievement and recognitionSelf-esteemSelf-confidenceSelf-disciplineSelf-reliance Healthy interaction Experience of teamwork*

Patrol Leaders Council*

The Patrol Leaders CouncilPlanning troop meetings Outdoor activities *

The Leading EDGE *ExplainingDemonstratingGuidingEnabling

VIDEO NO. 4: PATROL LEADERS COUNCIL*

Patrol Leaders Handbook*

VIDEO NO. 5: ACTIVITY REVIEW*

Group Activity*

Patrol ActivityPatrol Leaders, come to the Senior Patrol Leader*

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1. a) At troop meetings, do the patrol leaders have all the information and plans, or b) Do I keep a lot of the information to myself?2. a) Before our camping trips, do the patrols usually plan their own menus and buy their own food, or b) Does someone usually do it for them?3. a) Do patrols elect their own leaders, or b) Do I select them to make sure the right person is chosen.4. a) Do our troop meetings do anything to make patrols stronger, or b) Do they have little effect on patrols one way or the other?5. a) Do I spend time coaching my senior patrol leader, or b) Am I more likely just to marvel at his inability to do things?6. a) Does the troop leaders' council do most of the program planning, or b) Do I do most of it myself?7. a) Do I have time for individual boys, or b) Am I usually too busy?8. a) Am I mostly in the background at troop meetings, or b) Do I run most of the meetings?9. a) Does Scouting in my troop consist of some troop and some patrol activities and meetings, or b) Mostly troop activities and meetings?10. a) Do I get more kick out of watching boys lead activities, or b) Leading activities myself?*

Summary*

Session One SummaryRole of a ScoutmasterTroop organizationTroop meetingsUsing the four styles of leadershipThe patrol leaders council*

You can deliver the promise of Scouting! What will your action plan be?*

*Preopening: tennis ball name gameWhat you bring a wide range ofhopes, expectationsconcerns, questionsenthusiasm, experiencemany feel we know plenty alreadybut knowledge may not be absolutely accurateopenness: I learn something new in each sessionchange: the only thing you can count onmany feel overwhelmedask questions!

*were here to share our experiencewere here to helpIntroductionsHow did you become involved with scouting?Any experience in working with youth (11-18)?Scout handshake (HB page 7)

**On page *Page 429 of the SHB!adventure, learning, challenge, responsibility*Discussion..Delivering the PromiseThis is a promise to boys that we will help you keep*How? By teaching you the things you must know, be, and dothousands before you have succeededthere will be challenge and strugglethere will be satisfaction and value What does it take to be a Scoutmaster?over the next several hours well explore this. Keep in mind two questions:Whats expected of me?Interrupt! Ask questionsWhat can I expect from BSA?well try to address typical concerns and questions. But at any time, talk about your concerns, ask questions, express doubt.

*Be confident that you can do thisthis is a manageable challengenothing difficult in taking these ideas into immediate successAbundant resources already existyou dont have to make it all up yourselfwe will model the behavior and attitudes you can applyYou are part of a supportive teamyou are not alone. ask for helpthere is nothing secret. We will not keep you in the dark of any aspect of the trainingtremendous sympathy and forgiveness in scouting

*Introduction to Outdoor Leader SkillsThe fun part of basic prep for SMCovers skills expected of First Class Scoutyoull see how you can train your boysAll ready skilled?Sign up for staff?*Model: dont make it up, look it up

What are the Aims of Scouting? Where would you look it up? [wait]*SMH page 7**Recall the organization of today:Scoutmaster TrainingGetting Started: the ROLE of a SM in a BOY-LED troopNotice what comes first: your roleLighting the Fire: programKeeping It Going: planning program, adminEverything else is an outgrowth of realizing what your role is and fulfilling those expectationsSo, lets look at expectations*Flipchart: Ask: Describe your image of a Scoutmaster(put in three columns: Be, Know, Do)(for instance) Works well with boysCares about boysTeaches how to do things for themselvesUnderstands the Scouting programSets a positive exampleIs comfortable in the outdoorsRecognize:What a SM must beWhat a SM must knowWhat a SM must do

**A role modelOath and law; setting the example is the most powerful teaching toolA friend to the boysWork with them.An example, wearing the uniformSet proud examplesBoys are the leadersThe program comes to life when THEY are given responsibilityPatrol methodThe best way to operateThe skills to deliver the Scouting promiseThe resources: training, literatureYou can just look it up. Dont reinvent the wheel.*EmpowerYour goal is for them to become independently confident leadersHave funSet the example! Your troop will reflect your positive attitudes.*Bottom line:Being these things. Knowing those things. Doing those things are within your abilitiesAspects of caring for othersUse your common senseUse your resourcesDeliver the PromiseAims: Character, Citizenship, FitnessThru an active, well-rounded program

***Ask: turn to first page of chapter 3: the boy led troopRead the highlighted boxWeve referred to a BLTOne of your roles is to allow the boys freedom, and guide them into assuming leadership roles in THEIR troop*Basic structure: a PatrolShow org pictureAsk Trainers: Is this exactly what your troop looks like?

*StructureTurn to page 16-17This has been a successful structure for 100 yrs. Why?Place for everyone to belongFramework for leadership, appropriate to boys skills and experienceEncourages boys to lead; with adult support and guidanceNote that THE organizational unit is the PATROL. About 8 guys.

*Turn to Chapter 4: the BOY-led patrolGood size to do stuff together, including fun. Practice leading on a manageable scale*Regular patrol (1st class) Similar in age; around long enough to be well versed in how the troop works; how to operate independently on a campout. But, could also have range of ages.New Scouts (joining) Working to 1st class. Could phase boys into regular patrols; could keep them together. They have their own PL; TG works with ASM to ensure opportunities.Venture (older) Should have the experience & maturity to plan & execute their own activities. ASM to help them turn plans into action(from Scout Handbook, page 37)*Page 21 of SMH*SMH page 13 Every Troop has a SPLELECTED by all troop members (when?)Not in a patrolAppoints one or more ASPLsSM works closely with SPLCoach, guide, mentorEnsure:SPL successHas funAcquires leadership skillsThe Troop is boy-led

*Primary leadership body of the troop --- MORE on this Later(not the Troop Committee, not the SM cadre)FunctionsPlan the overall programIncluding T Meetings and OutingsEvents should be worthwhile and funMore on this later

*Adult LeadersNote: boys are in the forefrontASMsTroop Committee membersParentsEveryone needs a job (at least one)Troop CommitteeAt least threeBoard of DirectorsBoard of ReviewTrusted relationship with SMguidance, support, encouragementAdministrativeto free SM corps to focus on program

*Troop Org is a framework for everyone to get the most out of the programBoys get opportunities to learnVariety of challenges to match interest and developmentDeliver the Promise of ScoutingDriving Force: BLTUPM***Do boys join Scouting just to attend troop meetings? The answer is probably no. Ask them and theyll say they joined to have fun, set out on adventures, make friends, learn new skills, and explore the outdoors.Troop meetings can be the catalyst that makes all of that possible for boys, but for that to happen, the meetings must be *Do boys join Scouting just to attend troop meetings? The answer is probably no. Ask them and theyll say they joined to have fun, set out on adventures, make friends, learn new skills, and explore the outdoors.Troop meetings can be the catalyst that makes all of that possible for boys, but for that to happen, the meetings must be **SMH page 12, SMH page 13How? With a Troop Meeting Plan*Next slide for details*************Positive ReinforcementCatch them doing something goodPraise in public; criticize in privateAfter all, weve pledged to conduct our lives by the Scout Law: friendly, kind, trustworthy

**See SMH chapter 11**Chapter 11, Scoutmasters HandbookThe vehicle to ensure that the troop is boy-run and uses the patrol methodBoy leaders plan upcoming programs and assess current programsPLs represent the ideas and concerns of their guysThe SPL conducts the meeting under the guidance and support of SMSome decisions may need final approval by SM and/or Troop Committee

**NOTE: step Zero is to LISTENScout Handbook page 59*Possible questions:When, which?Always progressing forward? NoDirecting in an emergency. Try a question first?Telling, not yelling.Coaching when willing but unable to doDemonstrate, explain; ask Questions, practiceSupporting/Persuade when youre sure of competence but support neededAble but unwillingDelegate when all thats needed is for you to get out of the wayHave skills, confidence, judgment

*PlanningLong range and short range planning are critical to successIt speaks to all the Aims of ScoutingIt involves almost all the Methods of ScoutingCommitmentActive participation of the boys:demonstrates respect and trustyields buy in*How were the PLs prepared?How was the SPL prepared?What is the role of the SPL?What is the role of the SM?How do these two relate to eachother?What expectations does the SM have?Ending question: Will every scouting eventeven well preparedbe a success?note that SM is supportive, coachingblame? The only real mistake would be to not learn from mistakes.examine the situation, figure out what went wrong, seek future solutionsDealing with adversity is an important aspect of leadership trainingThese are potent learning opportunities.

******The role of the SM: Set high expectations. Be, know and do certain thingsSMs listen to provide any missing piecesusing the appropriate leadership styleTroops are organized by Patrols with the PLC as the engine the powers the Troop.Troop meetings should be well planned to be: fun, fast-paced, productive, meaningfulKnow this**Assignment: How will you apply this in your troop?Be confident that you can do thisAbundant resources already existEverything is explained in detail in The Scoutmaster HandbookYou are part of a supportive team