Patch: Ms. President

AGE LEVEL: Daisies- Seniors

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This patch provides an opportunity for girls to experience and celebrate women who have paved the way in social and political reform, as well as to learn about those women who are on the frontlines of government today.

PATCH REQUIREMENTS: Ms. President patch is a participation patch which does not require girls to complete a specific number of activities. Girls at each age level may participate in any number of activities they choose in order to earn the patch.

SAMPLE ACTIVITIES:

• Herstory: All around the world more and more women are becoming leaders. Read about the exciting achievements of women leaders through The White House Project.
• Roads to the White House: People become leaders for many reasons. Find out how someone becomes a leader. Choose four women you admire. They can be people you know or leaders you have heard about. Then with your friends, Girl Scout leader, or a family member see if you can answer the following questions: Why did the women become leaders? How old were they when they became leaders? Who or what helped them become leaders?
• On the Campaign trail: Now try designing your own campaign announcement. First you need to pick an issue. Then create a poster or a TV or radio announcement to let others know your position. You can work by yourself or with others.

FULL PATCH PROGRAM LOCATION: The GSUSA website.

PURCHASE PATCHES: You may order these patches through the GSWW store.