Troop Management
Leadership is more than “being in charge” or having a title; it’s recognizing that you’re part of a team and understanding that team’s needs and interests. Here’s how you’ll do that with your troop!
Troop Management 101
Your Role as a Girl Scout Volunteer 
Your Responsibilities as a Girl Scout Volunteer
Planning for Your First Troop Meeting
Choosing a Meeting Place
Girl Scout Troop Size
Knowing How Many Volunteers You Need
From troop meetings to camping weekends and cookie booths, adult volunteers must always be present to ensure Girl Scouts have fun and stay safe, no matter their grade level. If you are not sure about the number of adults you will need for your activity, the chart below breaks down the minimum number of volunteers needed to supervise a specific number of Girl Scouts; your council may also establish maximums due to size or cost restrictions, so be sure to check with them as you plan your activity.
Safety in Girl Scouting
Registering Youth and Adults in Girl Scouting
Adding New Girl Scouts to Your Troop
Creating an Atmosphere of Acceptance and Inclusion
Registering Girl Scouts with Cognitive Disabilities
Getting Support for Your Troop
Troop Management Tools and Resources
Take Advantage of Learning Opportunities
Know How Much You are Appreciated
Girl Scout Participation in Activities with Other Scouting Organizations
Update Your Troop Information
Updating your troop information helps new members join. Want to open your troop to new members?
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Meeting Spaces and Equipment Depot
Browse available no-cost equipment to rent and spaces to book for meetings or activities.
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Getting Started with Virtual Meetings
Activities for Virtual Meetings
Incorporating Traditions into Virtual Meetings
Tools for Managing Troops: Scheduling, Messaging, and File Management
Tools for Hosting Online Video Meetings
Tools to Communicate Via Text, Images, and Emojis
Things to Consider When Selecting Virtual Meeting Tools
gsZoom
Local Support and Training for Virtual Meetings
Virtual Meeting Planning Tools
Connecting with Girl Scout Families Virtually
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