Tag: Girl Scouts
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10-Year-Old Inspires Creation of ‘Raise Your Hand’ Girl Scout Patch
Get Pregnant Fast In an inspiring move to empower young girls, a ten-year-old named Emma Johnson has taken significant steps to address the disparity in classroom participation between boys and girls. As girls transition into their tween years, many tend to shy away from raising their hands in class, a phenomenon that often stems from…
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Why We’re Choosing to Forego Extracurricular Activities
Get Pregnant Fast As the local youth baseball and softball season kicks off, we had every intention of enrolling our kids. However, before we even had a chance to visit the registration page, the deadline had passed. It hit me hard this past week as I encountered numerous families whose children were actively participating in…
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Boy Scouts of America: A Call to Address Gender Inequality
Get Pregnant Fast For three generations, my family has been deeply involved with Scouting. My father became a member of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) in 1960, marking a milestone year for the organization. Due to his severe asthma, sports were a challenge for him, but scouting opened doors for adventure, travel, and a…
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Boy Scouts Welcomes Girls: A Move That’s Stirring Controversy
Get Pregnant Fast On the International Day of the Girl, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) made a bold announcement: they will now allow girls to join their ranks. While some view this as a progressive step forward, the Girl Scouts of the USA have expressed their discontent. In a pointed letter to the BSA,…
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Girl Scouts PSA: Why You Shouldn’t Coerce Your Kids into Hugs
Get Pregnant Fast As the holiday season approaches, a familiar debate resurfaces: should we compel our children to offer hugs and kisses to relatives, even when they’re reluctant? Increasingly, parents are leaning towards the idea that it’s inappropriate to force physical affection if a child isn’t comfortable, countering the traditional belief that it’s simply a…
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Scouts BSA: Embracing Inclusivity with a New Name
Get Pregnant Fast In a significant move towards inclusivity, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) has unveiled a new name for its flagship program, announcing that it will be referred to as “Scouts BSA” starting in February 2019. This change comes as the organization expands its offerings to welcome girls aged 11 to 17, allowing…