The All-Markets Workshop will focus on sharing best-of-the-best practices and strategies to serve under served markets. Volunteers and staff committed to delivering Scouting to diverse communities are invited. Participants will hear from successful volunteers and staff on serving all markets with a special emphasis on best practices in membership recruitment & volunteer engagement. In addition to interactive planning sessions with subject matter experts, the sessions will provide practical strategies any council or district can implement upon returning from the meeting.
Fall 2014 "Raising our Visibility" Presentation by Tom Bain, Commissioner, fo...Ethan Draddy
Veteran's Day Parade
Times Square Pinewood Derby Races
Central Park Conservancy
NYC Scout Marathon Team
Scouting For Food
Scouts at Floyd Bennett Field Conservation Project
Big Apple Hikathon over George Washington Bridge
Scouts Scouteach Day Hike in Van Courtlandt Park
STEM Triangle Tech Tour
Fall 2014 "Raising our Visibility" Presentation by Tom Bain, Commissioner, fo...Ethan Draddy
Veteran's Day Parade
Times Square Pinewood Derby Races
Central Park Conservancy
NYC Scout Marathon Team
Scouting For Food
Scouts at Floyd Bennett Field Conservation Project
Big Apple Hikathon over George Washington Bridge
Scouts Scouteach Day Hike in Van Courtlandt Park
STEM Triangle Tech Tour
Making Education Leadership Matter in a Kim Kardashian WorldBrianWoodland
A provocative session that inspires leaders to be the "anti-kim" by learning the 7 deadly leadership sins of the Kardashians, and understanding the lessons for education leaders
Discuss, Develop and Demonstrate strategies for leveraging social media networking sites (twitter) for dissemination of scholarly work and medical education
Compare and contrast the features and benefits of social media networking sites for development of a national reputation.
Use basic feature of Twitter like #, and @, as well as deleting tweets to best harness the potential reach of your profile, expand your social network, and develop a national reputation
The Mott Foundation’s 2012 Annual Report examines the phenomenal growth of the community foundation field as well as Mott’s long-standing commitment to its spread and vitality. Timed for release as the field begins a year-long celebration in 2014 of the 100th anniversary of the community foundation movement, the publication includes a narrative section that describes Mott’s contributions to the field, our current focus and the lessons learned over the years.
Making Education Leadership Matter in a Kim Kardashian WorldBrianWoodland
A provocative session that inspires leaders to be the "anti-kim" by learning the 7 deadly leadership sins of the Kardashians, and understanding the lessons for education leaders
Discuss, Develop and Demonstrate strategies for leveraging social media networking sites (twitter) for dissemination of scholarly work and medical education
Compare and contrast the features and benefits of social media networking sites for development of a national reputation.
Use basic feature of Twitter like #, and @, as well as deleting tweets to best harness the potential reach of your profile, expand your social network, and develop a national reputation
The Mott Foundation’s 2012 Annual Report examines the phenomenal growth of the community foundation field as well as Mott’s long-standing commitment to its spread and vitality. Timed for release as the field begins a year-long celebration in 2014 of the 100th anniversary of the community foundation movement, the publication includes a narrative section that describes Mott’s contributions to the field, our current focus and the lessons learned over the years.
Eagle Scout Service Project Markers Update: a Project of the NYC National Eag...Ethan Draddy
Eagle Scout Service Project Markers in NYC: a project of the Greater New York Councils National Eagle Scout Association. Ricky Mason, National Eagle Scout Association Chairman.
143 new Eagle Scouts from January 2014 to March 1, 2015
Currently awaiting information/approval from property managers for 70 projects
14 markers have been installed since the project began
12 markers are waiting for the weather to be agreeable for installation
47 projects were ineligible due to either the type of project or the owner/manager of the
property was not agreeable to having a marker placed at that location.
Staff contact: Lynn.Sammon@Scouting.org
*Please note:
Project Markers will also be
processed in Brooklyn and
Manhattan.
Predicting More Scouts in New York City Neighborhoods A project of the Greate...Ethan Draddy
Empowering people who care about neighborhood kids to create impact using social data.
The Greater New York Councils, Bronx Scout Council, Brooklyn Scout Council, Manhattan Scout Council, Queens Scout Council and Staten Island Scout Council plan to grow to serve 50,000 city youth over the next three years.
Membership Chair Dick Davies, Deputy Scout Executive Chris Coscia
2015 Annual Meeting of the Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of AmericaEthan Draddy
2015 Annual Meeting of the Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America, February 2015. New York City.
Board Chair Alair Townsend and Board President Ray Quartararo presiding.
Eulogy for Distinguished Eagle Scout John C. Whitehead, by Henry A. Kissinger...Ethan Draddy
Eulogy for Distinguished Eagle Scout John C. Whitehead, by Henry A. Kissinger, February, 17, 2015. Mr. Whitehead was a former President and Co-Chairman of the Board, Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America
NYC Scout Jeremy Speech About Retired Scout Executive Charlie RosserEthan Draddy
NYC Scout Jeremy Speech about Retired Scout Executive Charlie Rosser. Posted with permission from Jeremy and his parents. Jeremy delivered his comments to those gathered at the Celebration of Charlie Rosser, May 2014, New York City
Scholarships available to eagle scouts by ethan draddyEthan Draddy
Every year, the National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) awards two types of scholarships to graduating high-school seniors who have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. In an effort to recognize high academic achievement, the organization awards several Mabel and Lawrence S. Cooke Scholarships, including four $20,000 awards, one $48,000 grant, and a varying number of $2,500 scholarships. Additionally, NESA handles the Hall/McElwain Merit Scholarship, which is a series of $1,000 awards to be used for higher education.
Boy scouts of america's baltimore area council among largest and most active ...Ethan Draddy
One of the nation's largest Boy Scouts of America councils, the Baltimore Area Council also serves as one of the Boy Scouts' oldest councils and possesses a history going back nearly a century.
Timeline
To develop and execute a comprehensive plan leading to a vote at the National Annual Meeting by the national voting members while minimizing any disruption in the delivery of the Scouting mission, the following are the phases the BSA will undertake, including a brief description and the timeline for their completion.
Phase Description Timeline
Planning The BSA defines the desired process and intended Feb. 6–28 outcomes.
Listening
The BSA’s standing committees engage key stakeholders March 1–April 5 for input and develop a summary impact report.
Evaluating The BSA’s officers review the summary impact report April 5–17 and prepare a resolution for the consideration of the
National Council voting members.
Educating The report and resolution are shared with the voting April 18–May 24 members of the National Council.
Deciding The BSA conducts on-site information sessions for May 22–24 registered participants at its National Annual Meeting.
Implementing Based on the resolution and vote, the BSA will May 24–Ongoing determine and implement next steps for the
organization
Mr. Ron Harrington, President, Carroll Technology Council, STEM Presentation ...Ethan Draddy
Ron Harrington is a Carroll County Resident of 30 years and the owner of Protectron Lighting Control a Commercial Lighting Firm that operates in Carroll County, he serves on Carroll County Economic Development Commission and currently serves as President of the Carroll Technology Council. Mr. Harrington is an active member of the Carroll Scouting Advisory Board. He is also a former Scout.
1. Reaching your Under- Served Markets Summit
Day One
AGENDA
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Registration
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Opening Videos .............................................Barry Williams, Council President
Welcome/Introduction
Course Overview and Expectation ......................Ethan Draddy, Scout Executive
Schedule Review .............................................Manny Fonseca, Scout Executive
School Systems ....Dr. Kevin Maxwell, Superintendent of Anne Arundel Schools
Cultural Diversity.............Catherine Dixon, President of Dixon Learning Designs
10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m Break
10:45 a.m. – 12:00 a.m General Session .............................Barry Williams, BAC Council President
Utilizing Community Resources .Dave Hodnett, VP & Attorney, PNC Bank
Recruting & Utilizing Volunteers ............Earl Adams, BSA Board Member
Marketing Scouting to Ethnic Populations .....................Judge Jim Palmer
African American..................Jack Oliver, Publisher, The Afro Newspapers
Hispanic ....................................................... Irving Quiles and Jose Niño
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lunch Program
Key note Speaker.......................................Gerald Stansbury, President, NAACP
1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. Breakout Sessions
Session 1 – John Fitzpatrick
District/Council Operation/Finance
• Financing your Scoutreach/Multicultural
program……………………….Brian DeBease
• Marketing special events to the African
American/Hispanic Community…….Keith
Walton
• Whitney M. Young Event…John Fitzpatrick
Session 2 – Garfield Murden/Keith Walton
• Securing project sales……….Brian DeBease
Paraprofessional Training
• Paraprofessional delivery model A&B
• Tools and techniques in managing
paraprofessional/ Program Aide program
• Tools and resources
Session 3 – Ron Timmons/Rudy Gonzales
District/Council Operation Program
• Advancement Techniques
• Volunteer Training
• Camping/Outdoor Activities
• Year-round Program Planning
• Unique and “Out of the box”
Techniques for Successful Programing
2. 2:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Break
3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Breakout Sessions
Session 4 – District Operations Volunteers
• How to build a successful District Committee…………………………………….. Keith Walton
• How to build and sustain a functional commissioner staff…………………. Trey Shubert
• Community Resources for manpower………………………………………………… Joe Spellman
• NAACP……………………………………………………………………………………………….. Gerald Stansbury
• 100 Black Men…………………………………………………………………………………… Ray Lucas
• Community Organizations………………………………………………………………… Keith Walton
• National Resources……………………………………………………………………………. Rudy Gonzalez
• Fraternities/Sororities……………………………………………………………………….. John Fitzpatrick
• Recruiting a Diversified Executive Board……………………………………………. Ethan Draddy
Session 5 - Garfield Murden/Keith Walton
Paraprofessional Training
• Building a successful den/pack meeting
• Building a successful troop meeting
• Advancement
• Training
• Camping activities
• Year round program planning
Session 6 – Ron Timmins/Rudy Gonzalez
District/Council Operation/Commission
Serving/Program
• Advancement Techniques
• Volunteer Training
• Camping/Outdoor Activities
• Year-round Program Planning
• Unique and “Out of the box” Techniques for
Successful Programing
4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Closing Comments...........................................................................................All
5:00 p.m. Adjourn
5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Regional Directors Reception (TBD)
Dinner on your own
3. Reaching your Under- Served Markets Summit
Day Two
AGENDA
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. General Session .........................................................................Manny Fonseca
Day One Recap
Day Two Overview
8:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m General Session................................................Rudy Gonzalez (Resource)
• Membership Recruitment ...............................................Garfield Murden
• Recruiting New Members in hard to reach areas ...........Garfield Murden
• Organizing new units ........................................................Manny Fonseca
• Reorganizing units that fell apart .......................................Rudy Gonzalez
• Salesmanship strategies & securing new chartered partners Keith
Walton
• Partnership with other Youth Organizations.........................Keith Walton
• Group breakout discussion ............................................................Manny
9:45 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Break
10:15 a.m. – 12:00 General Session (continues)
• Commissioner Staff Development ..................................................Trey Shubert
• Crisis Team ...............................................................................John Fitzpatrick
• OA Mentoring .................................................................................Mike Parrish
• Special Program and Events ........................................................Rudy Gonzalez
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lunch………………………………………………………Don McChesney, Regional Director
1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. General Session.......................................................Garfield Murden (Resource)
• Together We Organize ...............................................................John Fitzpatrick
• Journey to Excellence ...............................................................Garfield Murden
• Market Share Analysis ..............................................................Garfield Murden
2:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Break
3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Multicultural Markets Resources and best practices....................Rudy Gonzalez
Best Practices (Group Share)
4:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Wrap up ...................................................................................Ethan Draddy