STEPS IN ADVANCEMENT
Advancement has four steps through each award level.
The award levels (or Ranks) are: Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life and Eagle.
First, the Scout learns. Much of his learning comes from other boys in his patrol or troop and by active participation in the troop program. His patrol activities are directed toward the skills he needs. Every troop hike, camping trip, or other activity offers potential learning experiences. A Scout learns to pitch a tent by pitching one, to use a compass by finding directions, and to cook a meal by having to prepare and eat it.
Second, the Scout is tested. The specific requirements determine the kind of testing. Verbal testing is sufficient in some instances. In other instances, a Scout must demonstrate his skills by doing.
Third, the Scout is reviewed. The purpose of the review is to ensure that all requirements for advancement have been met. This includes a check of the Scout's attitude and practice of the ideals of Scouting, in addition to his Scoutcraft skills. The decision regarding whether a Scout has met the required standards to qualify for rank advancement begins with the troop and, for the Eagle Scout rank, is approved by the district, local council, and finally, the National Council.
Fourth, the Scout is recognized. The final step in advancement involves presentation of the Ranks, awards, or ibadge, usually at a ceremony before the entire troop.
Advancement has four steps through each award level.
The award levels (or Ranks) are: Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life and Eagle.
First, the Scout learns. Much of his learning comes from other boys in his patrol or troop and by active participation in the troop program. His patrol activities are directed toward the skills he needs. Every troop hike, camping trip, or other activity offers potential learning experiences. A Scout learns to pitch a tent by pitching one, to use a compass by finding directions, and to cook a meal by having to prepare and eat it.
Second, the Scout is tested. The specific requirements determine the kind of testing. Verbal testing is sufficient in some instances. In other instances, a Scout must demonstrate his skills by doing.
Third, the Scout is reviewed. The purpose of the review is to ensure that all requirements for advancement have been met. This includes a check of the Scout's attitude and practice of the ideals of Scouting, in addition to his Scoutcraft skills. The decision regarding whether a Scout has met the required standards to qualify for rank advancement begins with the troop and, for the Eagle Scout rank, is approved by the district, local council, and finally, the National Council.
Fourth, the Scout is recognized. The final step in advancement involves presentation of the Ranks, awards, or ibadge, usually at a ceremony before the entire troop.
Rank Information is found at the back of your boy Scout Book. When You complete a rank you will need to sign up for a Scoutmaster's conference. When you complete your scoutmasters conference you will need to sign up for a board of review. The Sign up Sheets are located on our troop board at the church (see Above) If you earn the rank don't forget to give your book to the adult advancement chairperson so it can be recorded.
Badges
A vital part of the BSA's advancement plan, the merit badge program is one of Scouting's basic character-building tools. Through participation in the program (which may begin immediately upon registration in a troop), a Scout acquires the kind of self-confidence that comes only from overcoming obstacles to achieve a goal. Instruction is offered in everything from animal science and cooking to swimming and communications, providing a young man with invaluable career, physical, and interpersonal skills.
The merit badge program, which provides opportunities for youth to explore more than 120 fields of skill and knowledge, plays a key role in the fulfillment of this educational commitment. Each merit badge subject is outlined and explained in a pamphlet that contains short introductory information
People who are knowledgeable about the various merit badge subjects are selected, approved, and trained by council and district advancement committees to serve as merit badge counselors.
When a Scout has an interest in earning a particular merit badge, he obtains his Scoutmaster's approval and identifies another Scout with similar interests to become his partner. They are then directed to the appropriate merit badge counselor. The counselor reviews the badge requirements with the young men and decides with them what projects should be undertaken and when they should be completed. After the counselor has certified that the Scouts have qualified for the merit badge, it is presented to them at a troop meeting and can be applied toward rank advancement.
Our Troop has Merit badge books that can be borrowed. We have leaders that run merit badges at different times during the year too. The troop participates in several (MBU) merit Badge university opportunities where we go to take one-two day merit badge courses. summer camp is a great place to earn badges too.
Requirements for all merit badges badges can be found at the following websites:
Merit badge Work
A vital part of the BSA's advancement plan, the merit badge program is one of Scouting's basic character-building tools. Through participation in the program (which may begin immediately upon registration in a troop), a Scout acquires the kind of self-confidence that comes only from overcoming obstacles to achieve a goal. Instruction is offered in everything from animal science and cooking to swimming and communications, providing a young man with invaluable career, physical, and interpersonal skills.
The merit badge program, which provides opportunities for youth to explore more than 120 fields of skill and knowledge, plays a key role in the fulfillment of this educational commitment. Each merit badge subject is outlined and explained in a pamphlet that contains short introductory information
People who are knowledgeable about the various merit badge subjects are selected, approved, and trained by council and district advancement committees to serve as merit badge counselors.
When a Scout has an interest in earning a particular merit badge, he obtains his Scoutmaster's approval and identifies another Scout with similar interests to become his partner. They are then directed to the appropriate merit badge counselor. The counselor reviews the badge requirements with the young men and decides with them what projects should be undertaken and when they should be completed. After the counselor has certified that the Scouts have qualified for the merit badge, it is presented to them at a troop meeting and can be applied toward rank advancement.
Our Troop has Merit badge books that can be borrowed. We have leaders that run merit badges at different times during the year too. The troop participates in several (MBU) merit Badge university opportunities where we go to take one-two day merit badge courses. summer camp is a great place to earn badges too.
Requirements for all merit badges badges can be found at the following websites:
Merit badge Work