ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING EXTENSION SERVICE FOR ADULT LEADERS 

As part of our commitment to reach the widest possible audience, University of Scouting is offering a series of Zoom classes for Adult Leaders online. Online sessions will take place on a weekday evening starting at 7pm and will last around an hour, unless a different duration is specified. They will include a presentation, followed by Q&A time. There is no cost for these sessions.

We will be updating the class listings regularly as we confirm new sessions.  Additionally, you may request a topic by emailing UoS Extension Co-ordinator, Rachel Thiemann, at ExtensionUoS@gmail.com.

WHO CAN REGISTER: Adult Leaders for any Scouting Programs. Some classes may be of interest to parents/guardians or youth.

WHEN:April - June 2025  Please register for as many sessions as you like and continue to check this page for new sessions.

WHERE: As advertised or online via Zoom or Teams. Zoom/Teams information will be emailed to you before the event.

SESSION INFORMATION:

Thursday May 29th - 7-8PM Central

Show and Tell: Rank Advancement Skills Kits - Mara Spaeth

See how a Scouts BSA troop created Rank Advancement Skills kits to use for their pre-meeting activities, round-robin skills stations and practicing the EDGE method at their troop meetings.

Tuesday June 3rd - 7-8PM Central

Unit Finance Rules and Best Practices - Greg Ball

How can your unit be financially sound? What are the best practices of the most successful treasurers? A great scouting program needs a solid financial base. Learn how to take your unit down the path of stable finances toward great programming and better retention. Put together the essential pieces of fundraising, budgeting, accounts, and evaluation.

Wednesday June 4th - 7-8PM Central

Scouting and Camping with Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Youth - Colleen Baltutis

Join us for a discussion about transgender and gender non-conforming youth, the unique challenges facing them, and how best to include them in all that Scouting has to offer.

Tuesday June 10th - 7-8PM Central

Leader's Playbook: Developing Individuals and Teams - Missy Lancour

Want to grow your leadership skills to better support your troop? Of course, we all do! This session will explore concepts taken out of a local scout leader's "playbook" to examine the relationship of the EDGE teaching method and Tuckman's Stages of Team Development. We will use concepts from the Situational Leadership Model to pull it all together to give you ideas for supporting the growth of your scouts.

Wednesday June 11th - 7-8PM Central

Community Exploration and the Diversity Award for Cub Scout Packs - Renee Estrella-Wells

Explore the value of connecting with diverse cultures and communities within the context of Scouting, gaining a deeper understanding of inclusivity, cultural awareness, and the importance of building bridges across different backgrounds. This class is designed to guide participants through a comprehensive exploration of the Northern Star Scouting Diversity Awards, as well as fostering greater inclusivity and cultural awareness within their Scouting units.

The views in these presentations do not necessarily represent Northern Star Scouting or Scouting America. These presentations are solely provided to improve Scouting and the youth we serve.