Step Four: Make a plan
Turn your project idea into a measurable plan by setting a clear goal, organizing tasks and roles around your group’s strengths, identifying needed supplies and resources, and sharing the plan with trusted adults and community partners for feedback and support.
If the scouts liked this one the best from the brainstorming list: Train Troop Leaders on Inclusion Tips – Use your badge knowledge to teach leaders how to support autistic scouts with structure and flexibility…… this would be a sample project.
Project Title: Lead with Inclusion — Training Troop Leaders to Support Autistic Scouts
Project Goal
Create and deliver a training session or toolkit that helps Girl Scout troop leaders understand how to support autistic scouts with structure, flexibility, and respect. The scout will teach leaders directly and then propose the resource to their local council, helping the training reach other troops and volunteers throughout the region.
What I Want My Project to Accomplish
- Help troop leaders feel confident supporting autistic scouts during meetings, badge work, and events.
- Use real badge examples to show how small adjustments can make activities more accessible.
- Share the training and guide with my local Girl Scout Council so more troops can benefit.
- Leave behind a permanent resource that other scouts or leaders can build on.
How I’ll Measure Success
- Deliver the training to at least one troop leader or adult volunteer.
- Ask leaders to share one thing they learned or plan to use.
- Submit the training and guide to my Girl Scout Council for review and possible adoption.
- Optional: Receive confirmation or feedback from council staff.
Timeline & Task Plan
| Date | Action | Who Will Do It |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Research inclusion tips and badge examples. Ask a troop leader for permission to lead a training and propose it to council. | Me |
| Week 2 | Write a list of tips and examples. Include ways to adjust activities, communicate clearly, and support sensory needs. | Me |
| Week 3 | Create a short presentation or poster. Include visuals, stories, and a checklist for leaders. | Me |
| Week 4 | Deliver the training to troop leaders. Collect feedback and answer questions. | Me |
| Week 5 | Finalize the guide and prepare a proposal letter to submit it to my Girl Scout Council. Ask an adult to help contact council staff. | Me |
| Week 6 | Share my guide and proposal with council. Reflect on the project and celebrate what I’ve learned. | Me |
Materials & Budget
| Item | Estimated Cost | Sourcing |
|---|---|---|
| Printed guide or checklist | $3–$5 | School printer or donation |
| Poster board or presentation materials | $5–$10 | Dollar store or classroom supply |
| Visual aids (photos, drawings, examples) | Free–$5 | Created at home or school |
| Feedback forms or reflection sheets | Free–$3 | Printed at school or home |
| Snacks or thank-you notes (optional) | $5–$10 | Troop or family support |
Resources, Support & Experts
- Troop Leader or Volunteer Coordinator: Help with scheduling, feedback, and introducing me to council contacts
- Girl Scout Council Staff: Review my training and decide if it can be shared with other leaders
- Autism & Neurodiversity Advocacy Sources:
- Scouting Guides: GSUSA Ability Awareness materials and badge adaptation tips
Sustainability Plan
- Submit the guide to my council with a letter explaining why it’s helpful
- Leave behind printed or digital copies for future leaders and staff
- Offer to help younger scouts create additional tips or expand the guide later
- Optional: Suggest adding the training to leader onboarding or volunteer workshops
Optional Sharing
If I feel comfortable, I will:
- Share my project in a troop meeting or newsletter
- Create a short video or slideshow showing the training and what I learned
- Submit the project to a local youth spotlight, blog, or community bulletin
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For More Fun Ideas and Plans
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