Publications
Two helpful resource publications for volunteers include the Leader Resource Guide and Program Power.
The Leader Resource Guide comes in binder format and is a reference following volunteer support training. Do not neglect online orientation or support training with your service unit chair or membership executive!
A yearly guide and calendar, Program Power, is available each August to help you plan your troop’s year. Additional information can be found throughout the year in the Activities & Events section.
Other Publications
Other publications produced and distributed by either Girl Scouts Louisiana East or Girl Scouts of the USA include:
Girl Scouts of the USA:
- Blue Book of Basic Documents
- Girl Scout Catalog
- Girl Scout Leader Magazine
Girl Scouts Louisiana East:
- Annual Report (Report to the Community)
- Council ENews (Monthly electronic newsletter)
- Just for Girls newsletter
- Summer Resident Camp brochure
- GSLE Connections newsletter (formerly VIP and Audubon Advantage)
Annual Report: The Council yearly report to the community, complete with a financial statement, membership data, highlights of the year, and list of donors. The annual report is distributed in the spring prior to the Annual meeting to donors, community, religious organizations, schools, etc.
Blue Book of Basic Documents: The “Blue Book” is the GSUSA publication that includes national constitution, by-laws, policies, and credential information. An abbreviated version - "The Leader's Digest" is distributed to leaders.
Electronic Newsletter: Monthly email newsletter sent to volunteers and employees who request inclusion in the Email list. Announces new program activities and events, community service opportunities, calendar reminders and other pertinent information.
Girl Scout Catalog: Girl Scout uniforms, insignia, official items, unofficial novelties. Mailed annually to all registered members in the summer from GSUSA and also available at the Council Shop.
Girl Scout Leader Magazine: Girl Scouts of the USA's official magazine for adults in Girl Scouting. Mailed quarterly to all registered adults from GSUSA.
GSLE Connections (formerly Volunteer Information Post (VIP) and Audubon Advantage: Council newsletter published four times a year. The member newsletter is mailed to registered Girl Scout members, donors, community and collaborative organizations. The Council encourages submissions of photos of troops in action or stories of interest.
Just for Girls: Council newsletter mailed to all registered girls, published two to three times a year. Girls are encouraged to submit articles, photos and artwork.
Leader Resource Guide: Resource material for all registered troop leaders. Used in the orientation for new leaders, service unit team, trainers, employed staff and other adults providing direct services to girls.
2008-2009 Leader Resource Guide
Program Power: Council membership year program calendar with program notes and reminders for great program activities each month. Distributed to all troops/group leaders and assistant leaders.
Summer Resident Camp Brochure: Information and registration for sessions at Camp Whispering Pines resident camp. Mailed annually to all registered members in early February.