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Girl Scouts on Tomorrow's CBS Early Show
In celebration of Girl Scout Week, the CBS Early Show will air a Girl Scout segment tomorrow morning beginning at 7:30a.m. At about 8:30a.m., one of the hosts will conduct an interview withRead The Full Story Online »
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Local Girl Scout Receives Outstanding Youth Award
Kudos to our very own Girl Scout, Rachel Karyakose, who was honored at the 15th Annual Children’s Champion Awards presented by Priority Children of Genesee County.Read The Full Story Online »
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President Obama Issues Proclamation In Honor of Women's History Month
Happy Women’s History Month! In honor of this historic month, President Barack Obama celebrated the achievements of women by issuing a Presidential Proclamation. The proclamationRead The Full Story Online »
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National Financial Capability Challenge
Calling all educators and senior Girl Scouts throughout the Girl Scout Movement! The National Financial Capability Challenge is on… As the premier organization for girls we know that GirlRead The Full Story Online »
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Girl Scouts Collaborates With Precious Moments, Inc.!
Girl Scout Merchandise (GSM) is pleased to announce a new national licensing agreement with Precious Moments, Inc. Under the license agreement, Precious Moments, Inc., will design,Read The Full Story Online »
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Girl Scouts & CARE launch 'The Power of Girls'
"The Power of Girls" initiative helps mobilize girls around important global issues, including the critical role that girls' education and leadership play in addressing poverty.Read The Full Story Online »
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GSSEM First Annual Meeting! Be There!
The Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan's first Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2010 at Baker College – Auburn Hills Campus (1500 University Drive,Read The Full Story Online »
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Active 92-Year-Old Still Has Girl Scouting In Her Heart
The Press and Guide published a very endearing article about our very own Dearborn resident, Bea Elliot, a Girl Scout member for over 83 years! Click here to read the article!Read The Full Story Online »
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Updated: Girl Scout Cookie Notice
A couple days ago, Little Brownie Bakers, the company that bakes our cookies, received contact from a few consumers informing them of an off taste from certain packages of Lemon ChaletRead The Full Story Online »
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World Thinking Day: A Special Note From Our National CEO, Kathy Cloninger
Happy World Thinking Day! As many of you know, the original objective of World Thinking Day was to set aside a day for girls to think of each other and give thanks for their sister Girl Guides andRead The Full Story Online »
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Cookie Sales Still Sweet: Even More Girl Scouts In The News!
We can't be stopped! Port Huron's very own Times Herald published this informative article about Girl Scouts and the Girl Scout Cookie Program. Jennifer Rose and AshleyRead The Full Story Online »
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More Girl Scouts In The News!
The courage and character of local Girl Scouts were featured in an amazing news article on Sunday, 2/21/2010. Congratulations Lauren Setterlun and Hannah VanderWalker ofRead The Full Story Online »
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Taking Action In Our Community: Girl Scout Troops Give Back!
Over 75 local Girl Scouts dedicated their time and creative talents to help young cancer patients staying at Children's Hospital of Detroit. They made get well cards as well as held a toyRead The Full Story Online »
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GSUSA National Board Ratifies Policy to Allow Girl Scouts to Raise Funds for Haitian Relief Efforts
GSUSA has unanimously voted to allow girls to directly raise funds for Haiti until Sept. 8, 2010. Click here to read moreRead The Full Story Online »
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An Amazing Story About Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan!
David Harris of the Flint Journal penned this rather amazing article about a couple of our Girl Scouts alumni. Click here to read it:Read The Full Story Online »
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Our New Viral Video: What Can A Cookie Do?
What can a cookie do? A LOT!Read The Full Story Online »
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Girl Scouts Respond to the Haiti Earthquake!
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Haitians, their friends and families, as they begin the process of managing the aftermath of the catastrophic earthquake of January 12. We have receivedRead The Full Story Online »
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A Horse Is A Horse, Of Course, Of Course!
Did you know that GSSEM runs a year-round Equestrian program at Camp Innisfree that houses 46 horses. These horses may vary in breed, color, age and size, each living and working atRead The Full Story Online »
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Important Camping News!
Spring and summer are coming, believe it or not! Are you ready for some camping? CLICK HERE to see our Spring/Summer update to see what’s on the horizon at yourRead The Full Story Online »
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GSSEM Cookie Rally on January 30th - Register Now!
Register now for the GSSEM Cookie Rally being held on January 30th at the Troy Museum! This event is a fun way for girls (K-5) to get excited about cookie sales while learning about sellingRead The Full Story Online »
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GSSEM is on Facebook!
Connect with us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/gssem Become a fan of GSSEM to connect with other Girl Scout supporters and receive news, updates, and more! Help us spread theRead The Full Story Online »
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Girl Scout Days at the DKC Dog Shows March 6th & 7th
Come and meet the Stars of the DKC Dog Shows and earn the Detroit Kennel Club Canine Care Patch, March 6th-7th, 2010 at the Cobo Convention Center. Show is ope from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm. (WeRead The Full Story Online »
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Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!
Thanks to all who helped make our Holiday Phone Bank a resounding success! Together, we raised over $6,635! GSSEM would like to say “Thank You” to the following volunteersRead The Full Story Online »
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Come See Our New Cookie PSA!
Every cookie has a mission! Check out the new public service annoucement about cookies from GSUSA! It's pretty snazzy, don't you think?Read The Full Story Online »
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Did You Know GSSEM Provides Special Classes For Volunteers?
It's true. GSSEM provides an array of instructional courses that cacn make you a better, more informed volunteer. Check out our January offerings right away:Read The Full Story Online »
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A Special Year-In-End Message From GSSEM's Board Chair, Nancy L. Philippart!
As we celebrate our first anniversary as the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan, I want to congratulate and thank our volunteers and staff for all you’ve accomplished this year.Read The Full Story Online »
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Red Wings & GSSEM Collaborate to Present
Take part in the Detroit Red Wings “Stick with the Wings” Girl Scout Program, Saturday, April 3rd, 2010 at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit. All Girl Scouts of SoutheasternRead The Full Story Online »
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Old Navy Will Soon Sell Exclusive Girl Scout T-Shirts!
Girl Scout Merchandise is pleased to announce that Old Navy stores will feature exclusive Girl Scout t-shirt designs for toddlers and girls in its 998 stores in the United States. Product isRead The Full Story Online »
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Attention Volunteers! We Want Your Opinion!
Hello adult learning supporters: The Learning and Development Conference 2010 is being planned for July 29-August 1, 2010, at the Edith Macy Conference Center. We would like to tailor thisRead The Full Story Online »
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Happy News About Our Detroit Service Center Shop :)
The ceiling is fixed, the carpets have been cleaned, and things are looking (and smelling) a million times better down at our Detroit Service Center Shop! We're amazed atRead The Full Story Online »
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Sad News About Our Detroit Service Center Shop :(
UPDATE: The Detroit Service Center Shop is now open as of 12/16/2009. Please, stop on by! Oh no! A pipe burst in our Detroit Service Center Council shop! We're all safe overRead The Full Story Online »
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Good Intentions: The Beliefs and Values of Teens and Tweens
Beliefs and values, and their influence on decision making, have commanded significant media and public attention in the new millennium. In particular, it has been argued that youth today areRead The Full Story Online »
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Nationwide Study Finds More Youth Today Say They Would Make Responsible Choices than Predecessors 20 Years Ago
A nationwide survey released today by Girl Scouts of the USA finds that more American teenagers say they would make responsible decisions on a range of issues from lying and cheating to smokingRead The Full Story Online »
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GSSEM's Guidelines on the Swine Flu
Information and Guidelines for H1N1 Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan’s top priority is girl safety. Volunteers and girls should not attend Girl Scout activities (events, troopRead The Full Story Online »
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Girl Scout, Rose Muennix, donates birthday presents to Toys for Tots
One of our Girl Scout Brownie's, Rose Muennix, was featured in the Flint Journal the other day! Rose doanted her toys she got to Toys for Tots! Click here to read more.Read The Full Story Online »
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Monica Martinez joins GSSEM's Board of Directors!
Monica Martinez, Vice President, National Hispanic Business Affairs, Comerica Incorporated, elected to board, Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan. Monica Martinez, Vice President of NationalRead The Full Story Online »
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Camp O' Fair Winds
Recently, there have been two news articles featuring the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan. Both articles falsely state that GSSEM plans to permanently close Camp O’ Fair Winds, aRead The Full Story Online »
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Ford Motor Company Volunteers To Help Out GSSEM!
Forty volunteers from the Ford Volunteer Corps (MODEL Teams) braved the rain and wind on October 23, 2009 to provide valuable service to Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan. Over the course of aRead The Full Story Online »
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President Obama Signs Girl Scouts Commemorative Coin Act! Girl Scouts Join President In Oval Office As He Signs Bill Into Law.
President Obama Signs Girl Scouts Commemorative Coin Act! Girl Scouts Join President In Oval Office As He Signs Bill Into Law. On Thursday, October 29, 2009 President Barack Obama signed the GirlRead The Full Story Online »
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Girls at the Center of a Global Movement to Create Lasting Worldwide Change
Every girl can become a force for change! On Thursday, October 29, 2009, Girl Scouts of the USA along with CARE International, Seventeen magazine and the Documentary Group hosted Learning toRead The Full Story Online »
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Nov 18-22: Ringling Bros & Barnum Bailey Proceeds Benefit GSSEM!
The Ringling Bros & Barnum & Bailey will be bringing their Greatest Show On Earth: Over The Top to the Palace Of Auburn Hills. Tickets start at just $11.00 and $1.00 from all ticketsRead The Full Story Online »
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Girl Scouts & Justine Magazine Partner for R.E.A.L. contest!
Girl Scouts everywhere are encouraged to tell the world how they are Remarkable, Energetic, Aspirational Leaders by entering the Justine R.E.A.L. Girl contest where the prize is a feature in theRead The Full Story Online »
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Update on "Girl Scouts USA Commemorative Coin Act"
The U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate have passed the Girl Scouts USA Commemorative Coin Act. The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature, and will possibly become law byRead The Full Story Online »
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ATTENTION ALL GIRLS: We Have A Survey Just For You!
Attention all girls! If you're ages 5-18, the Girl Scouts wants to learn more about you! How amazing is that? Please click here to this quick, online quiz. YourRead The Full Story Online »
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The Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan & Baker College: A Partnership Is Formed!
Check out this great article from Carolyn Snider at Publicom. Thanks for the the great write-up, Carolyn! BAKER COLLEGE OF FLINT AND CAMP INNISFREE: A MUTUALLY BENEFICIAL AGREEMENTRead The Full Story Online »
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Volunteer Spotlight: Connie Lindsey, Girl Scouts of the USA
There is a great write-up on Volunteer Match about the national president and chief volunteer of Girl Scouts of the USA, Connie Lindsey! Please read it by clicking on the below link:Read The Full Story Online »
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The 42nd Annual International River Crossing
This comes from one of our stellar volunteers in Port Huron, Jan Robertjohn. Thanks for the write-up, Jan! The Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan is always looking for amazingRead The Full Story Online »
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Michelle Obama & The Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts of the USA is pleased to announce that First Lady Michelle Obama has agreed to serve as its Honorary National President. “It is my great pleasure to serve as Honorary NationalRead The Full Story Online »
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Girl Scout destinations - Your Passport to Travel
Ready to hit the road? From Ecuador to India, from Alaska to Florida, there's a destination waiting for you. Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan is happy to announce the posting of the 2010 GirlRead The Full Story Online »
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Girl Scouts Of Southeastern Michign Are Celebrating Our Founder's Birthday And You're Invited!
The Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan is hosting a special celebration October 31, 2009 to celebrate the birthday of Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts. The event will beRead The Full Story Online »
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Tell us what YOU think! Girls, Parents, Leaders/Advisors, and Community Members are Invited!
The Market Research Team of the Long Range Property Planning Project (LRPPP) wants to know what YOU think! To collect your input, we have placed a series of surveys on the GSSEMRead The Full Story Online »
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Dove & Girl Scouts Unite! The "Thank You for Making a Difference" Campaign
Dove, a brand of the Unilever Group, is launching a new campaign to continue communicating the importance of building positive self-esteem in girls. The purpose of the campaign, entitled,Read The Full Story Online »
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Disney FamilyFun and Girl Scouts: Win $250 for Your Girl Scout Story!
We have a great opportunity with Disney FamilyFun magazine (circulation five million). They would like to feature Girl Scouts in their February issue, and are looking for fun and engagingRead The Full Story Online »
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FREE Fall Family Picnic - Camp Hawthorn Hollow - Columbus, MI - 10/11/2009
You don't want to miss all the fun at our annual Family Picnic at Camp Hawthorn Hollow. Fall is a beautiful time of the year to visit the camp and a great opportunity for families to visitRead The Full Story Online »
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We Have New Board Members!
GSSEM would like to acknowledge Ms. Alicia L. Booker and Ms. Heather D. Koenders to the positions of Directors-at-large (2009-2012) for the Board of Directors, Girl Scouts of Southeastern MichiganRead The Full Story Online »
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Research: Transforming Leadership Continued
For all who are interested. Here is some further research describing how the new GSSEM Leadership model will work in the future. Looks exciting... TransformingRead The Full Story Online »
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Girl Scouts Is Looking For A Few Good Women!
Do you have a passion for graphic or web design? Do you spend an inordinate amount of time playing with your digital camera or camcorder? Do you enjoy working for free? If so, youRead The Full Story Online »
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Notes From The Volunteer Kickoff...
Hello all! Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan's CEO, Denise Dalrymple, gave a stirring presentation last Saturday at our Volunteer Kickoff. The presentation touched so many hearts that weRead The Full Story Online »
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GSSEM Is Ready To Bring It Home...With Your Help, Of Course!
Calling ALL Girl Scouts and Volunteers! On Saturday, September 19, 2009 from 12 noon - 6pm, GSSEM will be participating in Fox 66's 5th Annual Bringing It Home Fall Festival. The eventRead The Full Story Online »
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Girl Scouts & Disney on Ice!
The Palace of Auburn Hills is pleased to offer special discounts for this year's Disney on Ice performance, Sep. 30- Oct. 4, 2009. Click here to learn more! The Palace offers year round eventsRead The Full Story Online »
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Camp offers girls chance to have fun, build character
Don’t let the name fool you — participants at the Sister Lakes Day Camp for Girl Scouts know how to pull pranks. During the Thursday night sleepover for older campers, it’s notRead The Full Story Online »
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Dairy Queen Partners With GSUSA
Once again, Dairy Queen is partnering with Girl Scouts! With the introduction of Dairy Queen’s Girl Scout Thin Mint Blizzard last year, it became the number-one selling blizzard inRead The Full Story Online »
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Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan Names Singh As CCO
The Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan, a group of four merged Girl Scouts councils, has named Suneil Singh Chief Communications Officer, effective August 10th. Singh had been Development &Read The Full Story Online »