(Part of Cybersecurity Badge Set)
Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge
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Released in 2018.
The 2011 Junior Page has information on when all badges were released.
What is this badge about?
Learn about binary code, how computers and networks work, and how to stay safe online.
Quick Links:
Activity Choices, Meeting Plans, Solo Scouts,
Uniform Placement, GSUSA Info & Links
Our Summary* of Requirements:
- Learn about binary code.
- Learn what a network is and what networks you are apart of.
- Know what a protocol is and give an example.
- Learn what a computer handshake is.
- Know what malware means and what ways it can enter your computer.
* – This summary is based off the GSUSA booklet activity choices.
Activity Choices
Work in Progress, links may not be available. Check back later!
Do five Required Activities:
- Read Binary Code Basics.
- Read Internet and Networks.
- Read Computer Three Way Handshake.
- Pick one Computer Protocol activity.
- Pick one Malware activity.
Not required additional activities:
- Any Binary Code Fun activity.
- Any Network Fun activity.
- Any Computer Handshake activity.
Available Troop Meeting Plans
- (1) 90 Min Mtg – Basic Meeting Plan by The Badge Archive
- (2) 90 Min Mtgs – GSUSA Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) free plan
- Mtg 1: Binary Bracelets, Networking, Roll with Protocols
- Mtg 2: Malware Cards, Three-Way Handshake, Cyber Crime Game
How to earn individually as a Solo Scout?
- Archived PDF from GSKSMO at Home – Original Link
- Google Classroom (request by email/phone number) under “Virtual Badges for Juniors” from GSHS
- Google Forms Step by Step Activities (No registration needed) from GSMidTN
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Is there a matching badge for Multi-Level Troops?
Learn about the 2011 GSUSA Multi-level Cybersecurity badges.
Where does this go on the Uniform?
This is a Skill Based Badge and goes on the troop number side of the vest – Click Here to see Junior diagrams and details on where to place it or sash placement.
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GSUSA Information and Details
There are five steps needed to complete this badge, found on the Girl Scout Shop description or searching the GSUSA Badge Explorer. Information on the official requirements can also be found on the Scout’s Honor Wiki.
Printed Booklets
Booklet and VTK Information(Coming Soon)- Buy the GSUSA Leader Guide Booklet
Other Non-GSUSA Resources
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For More Fun Ideas and Plans
Join the Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Leader Help Facebook Group
(Not an official GSUSA Group)
Join the Girl Scout Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Leader Help Facebook Group
(Not an official GSUSA Group)
See other Recommended Facebook Groups for some Scouting Organizations
(No official Groups)
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Click Here -> To see information References:
Disclaimer: The information published on The Badge Archive is built from the references listed below. These sources demonstrate that our content is grounded in facts and research, not opinion or speculation. Readers may consult them directly when looking for additional material.
- Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. “Meeting : Cybersecurity Basics 1.” My.girlscouts.org, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., https://my.girlscouts.org/content/girlscouts-vtk/en/vtk.html. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
- Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. “Meeting : Cybersecurity Basics 2.” My.girlscouts.org, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., https://my.girlscouts.org/content/girlscouts-vtk/en/vtk.html. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
- Roberts, Rachel. Junior the Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting. New York, NY, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., 2011.
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