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Frequently Asked Questions for Parents
How much will it cost?
There is an annual $10 registration fee, which is sent to Girl Scouts of the United States of America, our national headquarters in New York City. These funds are used to develop programs, provide materials, and underwrite accident insurance for members. The local council office does not retain any part of these registration fees. Financial assistance for the membership fee is available at the local council level. Click here for information about Financial Aid for membership dues.
In addition to the annual registration fee, there are Troop fees that Leaders may ask from parents to help pay for the operational costs of the troop or for special field trips. The amount varies depending on the desired activities.
Troop dues are small amounts of money collected by the Troop on a regular basis. The amount varies depending on what the girls decide is appropriate. The girls are the ones who decide how they wish to use their troop funds. Through dues, the girls learn to plan, budget and manage money.
Girl Scouts also raise money to pay for their own activities by being a part of the Fall Product Program and spring Cookie Program. Beyond keeping costs down for parents/guardians, these programs contribute to the girls experience by teaching them valuable lessons about business, goal setting, budgeting and interpersonal skills.
Does my girl have to participate in the Product Programs:
Daisy level Girl Scouts do not participate in any activities that handle money. Participation in the Product Program is voluntary and is contingent upon parent/guardian's written permission.
Do I have to join Girl Scouts as a Parent?
Girl Scout membership is voluntary; however by becoming a member, you as a parent will also receive the benefits of membership, particularly the insurance. If you want to work with girls in any manner, driving any of the girls other than just your own, or work with information about the girls you must complete the adult screening process, which is different from being registered.
What is involved in the Adult Screening Process?
Click here for more information.
What are my responsibilities, does the troop leader expect anything from me?
Leaders are instructed to explain to each parent what their expectations are for help with the troop. It may be bringing a snack, helping at a meeting, helping with field trips or helping with communication to other parents. In any case the LEAST a parent needs to do is to: get their daughter to the troop meetings on time, pick them up on time, sign the permission slips for field trips and stay in communication with the leader.
What else can I do to help my leaders?
Support your Girl Scout leaders and appreciate the time they have put into volunteering to make Girl Scouting happen. Attend troop functions when invited. Here you will see achievements of our Girl Scout and share special experiences with her, as well as with other girls and adults. Thank your Girl Scout leaders on April 22: Girl Scout Leader's Day.
How do I know that my daughter will be safe?
Each leader and co-leader must have completed the adult screening process and been approved before they can meet with the girls. In addition, each leader takes New Leader Orientation and then at least 3 other training classes; Getting Started, Helping Girls Grow and the level training. They are trained to follow the Safety Wise manual, a Girl Scout of the USA publication of Safety Guidelines, Girl Scout Program Standards, and Group Leadership.
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