Scouting Wire from 8/19/2015

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Scouting Wire Employee Newsletter Check out these 5 can't-miss stories for August 19, 2015.   A Q&A with Incoming Chief Scout Executive Mike Surbaugh Since Mike Surbaugh was named as the BSA’s next Chief Scout Executive in May, I’ve had the opportunity to work with Mike as he prepares to transition to his new role.  Read more   Get Schooled This Fall with Scouting U It’s back to school season in Scouting, folks! And no, we aren’t talking about dashing to your first class or memorizing your new schedule. Adult volunteers in Scouting are gearing up for a unique educational experience with Scouting University (Scouting U). Read more   3 Ways Your Council Can Get Creative with Fundraising Popcorn sales, car washes and other traditional Scouting fundraisers provide significant support for local councils across the country, allowing countless kids the opportunity to take part in the adventures of Scouting. But some councils are thinking outside the box when it comes to local fundraising and the results are inspiring. Read more   Can You Spot Yourself in the Philmont Photo Archive? Ever wished you could relive the adventures and fun of camping through the rocky, high country trails of Philmont Scout Ranch? Or maybe you’ve never been to Philmont and want to see what all the excitement is about. Thanks to the Philmont Scout Ranch Photo Archive, you can do both! Read more   Sign Up for the 2015 National Outdoor Conference Now Bring the quality your Scouts deserve to outdoor programs by registering for the BSA’s National Outdoor Conference! We’re talking about Scouting’s biggest get‐together of professionals and volunteers charged with delivering the world’s greatest outdoor program for youth. Read more

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BOY SCOUTS PROVIDE COLOR GUARD FOR ADA ANNIVERSARY

Boy Scouts from Troops 601, 1183, and 1519 provided an integrated color guard for the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) at the US Department of Education hosted by Secretary Arne Duncan on July 24^th, 2015.

Scouts with disabilities and without disabilities worked together to present the colors at this important government event attended by almost 300 people.

Participating from Troop 1183 were John Remmers, Spencer Parker, Alex Elmer, and Joseph Beal. From Troop 1519 was Eagle Scout Matthew Whiteside and from Crew 601 were brothers Leo, Nick, and Steven Cantos with Michael Barbosa, Crew leader, and Joel Jackson, Colonial District Executive and Special Needs Staff Advisor.

“When the Department of Education contacted me back in May, I jumped at the chance to be able to showcase our youth with Special Needs.  These young men and ladies work through some enormous obstacles to achieve their goals and when we look at the acceptance and cooperation shown by their peers, it’s just an awesome thing to see.  It’s exactly the kind of example we want our youth to set and a model for our community” said Jackson.

Photo Caption: Front row: Joel Jackson, Matthew Whiteside, Lee Canto, Nick Canto, Steven, Canto, John Remmers, and Michael Barbosa. Back row: Alex Elmer, Joseph Beal, and Spencer Parker at the US Department of Education.

Story and picture provided by Holly Dougherty.