Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge
Released in 2018 but is considered part of the 2011 Girl’s Guide. The Ambassador page has information on when all badges were released.
What is this badge about?
Prepare for college by exploring options, applications, and financial aid while learning common issues faced by those attending college.
Choose your own activities!
Activity List(Not Available Yet)
Our Summary* of requirements:
- Pick three colleges that fit one of the key categories (close to where you want to live, have things in or near it that interest you, OR their offered program helps you reach your goals).
- Practice applying in one way (practice doing one of the admission paperwork, take a practice SAT or ACT test, OR make a practice admissions essay).
- Learn about the finances involved in going to college (compare in-state and out-of-state tuition, apply for one scholarship, OR compare the tuition fees for three types of college: public, private, and junior).
- Plan ahead to navigate common issues in college (make a study plan, learn about a college’s academic integrity code, OR learn how to fight procrastination).
- Learn a healthy habit you can use in college (make a practice calendar like one you would need to use in college, interview a college student about how to balance work and life, OR track stress for two weeks AND practice three new habits to lower stress).
* – This summary is based off the GSUSA booklet activity choices.
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What is a good Troop Meeting Plan besides the VTK?
- Slideshow Google Doc from GSNWGL – Archived Copy of PPT
Click to Expand → All Known Meeting Plans and Resource Links
Meeting Plans
- Slideshow Google Doc from GSNWGL – Archived Copy of PPT
Other Resources
- (Not Available Yet)
See the Activity List – choose your own activities! - Meeting Plans from GSNorCal
- Basic Info from Scouts Honor Wiki
- View Booklet Online
What is a good way to earn the badge at home?
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSKentuckiana – Original At Home Plan – CollegeLab Access
Click to Expand → All Known At Home Plans
At Home Plans
- Archived Copy of PDF w/video from GSCCC – Original Link
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSKentuckiana – Original At Home Plan – CollegeLab Access
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSSEF – Original Link
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSWestOK – Original Link
- Google Classroom (request by email/phone number) under “Virtual Badges for Ambassadors” from GSHS
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GSUSA Information and Details
Five steps are needed to complete this badge:
- Explore your options
- Start the admissions process
- Make a financial plan
- Get set for success
- Build healthy habits
Click to Expand → GSUSA Official Resources
- Buy the GSUSA Leader Guide Booklet (View Online)
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- GSUSA Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) free plan for 2 Meetings – No links available. This is only accessible through MyGS log-in on Council’s website for troop leaders
- VTK Financial Aid 101 by GSUSA
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Is there a matching badge for Multi-Level Troops?
There are no correlating journeys or badges. We recommend a Fun Patch for other levels.
Where does this go on the Uniform?
This is a Skill Based Badge – Click Here to see diagrams and details on where to place it.
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For More Fun Ideas and Plans
for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Scouts
Join the Girl Scout Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Leader Help Facebook Group
(Not an official GSUSA Group)
This is a supportive community for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Girl Scout leaders. This group offers solutions to keep older scouts engaged in scouting amidst their busy lives. Share strategies, tackle challenges, and exchange ideas for fun, meaningful activities that resonate with teens and build lasting connections.
Find out how you can support The Badge Archive!
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- Return to the Ambassador Badge List.
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