download - Learning for Life

NOVEMBER 2014
A monthly update of
the Learning for Life
and Exploring
programs
Get ready for year-end!
As councils organize a final push for growth in Exploring or Learning for Life
programs, just a few reminders:
 Have all the Career Interest Survey results been vetted and used?
 Can posts offer incentives for “bring a friend”?
 Will the council earn the Century Club recognition?
 Are you aware of Exploring’s role in 2014 JTE membership category?
 Any posts need a second open house?
(Click for more information)
 2014-2015 LFL License Agreement
Renewal form (Past Due!)
 NEW! Learning for Life MOU form
 Learning for Life Foundation Fact Sheet
Anybody need money?
Webinar for November is “How to Sell LFL School Based Programs”. This will be
Nov. 4 and 18 at 10 AM and at 2 PM CST.
December webinar topic is “Fundraising in the name of Exploring and LFL” on Dec. 2
and Dec. 16 at 10 AM and 2 PM CST.
Last call!
Many councils have not completed their 2014-2015 LFL License Agreement
Renewal. Area directors should encourage those councils to complete the form!
Now that is a good story!
We are collecting stories of strong Exploring and curriculum based programs to be
featured in the 2014 LFL Annual Report. Please send stories and photos to
[email protected].
Learning for Life/Exploring National Staff:
Tim Anderson, Team Leader, Exploring (Western Region) 972-580-2483
Kristen Falatko, Exploring (Central Region) 972-580-7858
Brooke Parkinson, Exploring (Southern Region) 972-580-2432
Michelle Poster, LFL/Exploring Project Coordinator 972-580-2418
Angela Sanchez, Learning for Life 972-580-2378
Bill Taylor, Exploring (Northeast Region) 972-580-2241
Marty Walsh, National Director 972-580-2445
Debbie Williams, LFL/Exploring Project Coordinator 972-580-2433
 Fundraising tools
 Pre-/Post Program Assessment Survey
Instructions
 NEW! Exploring Post/Club MOU form
 2015 Law Enforcement Exploring
Leadership Academies Fact Sheet
 Tips on How to Serve Your Posts
 Student Career Interest Survey Fact
Sheet
 Online Career Interest Survey
application
 Exploring Scholarships & Awards
 November Monthly Action Plan
RESOURCES
(Click for more information)
What’s
News!

2015 Learning for Life and Exploring Growth Kits (Professional staff only)

NEW! LFL/Exploring NDC Order Form and Bin Order Form

Exploring article in the Nov.-Dec. 2014 issue of Scouting magazine!

2013 Learning for Life Annual Report

Learning for Life & Exploring 45-minute Webinars
1329 West 
Walnut Hill Lane, Irving, Texas 75038 – (972) 580-2433 – www.learningforlife.org
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Learning for Life Tie
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Annual
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2013
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Learning for Life
Mission
To develop and deliver engaging, research-based academic, character,
leadership, and career-focused programs aligned to state and national
standards that guide and enable all students to achieve their
full potential.
Vision: PreK–12
To provide engaging and relevant PreK–12 solutions that positively
impact academic performance, social and emotional maturity, character
development, and career education for all students.
Vision: Exploring
To provide positive and meaningful real-world career experiences and
leadership development opportunities for all teenagers and young
adults in their chosen field of interest.
Our Guiding Principles
Youth Focused
Customer Oriented
Proactive
Innovative
Professional
Quality Driven
Fiscally Responsible
Clear and Direct in our Communications
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Dear Colleagues,
We serve
to give direction to the Learning for Life programs and are pleased to share
stories that demonstrate our success in 2013.
Join with us as we document the progress we continue to make in impacting the
character and career development of the youth we served in 2013.
Our programs help dedicated adults in schools and community groups deliver the
ingredients that so many of our young people across America need to grow into
productive citizens.
Together with our National Executive Board, staff, executives, and volunteers in local
offices, we are proud to keep enabling all students to achieve their full potential!
Sincerely,
Dr. David Briscoe
Chairman, Learning for Life
Marty Walsh
National Director, Learning for Life
1329 West Walnut Hill Lane – P.O. Box 152225 – Irving, Texas 75015-2225 – 972-580-2433
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Program Features
How the Learning for Life Curriculum-Based Program Works
Learning for Life features grade-specific, theme-oriented lesson plans to be used in the classroom to enhance and
support the core curriculum for preK–high school. Lessons are designed to be conducted by the classroom teacher
in conjunction with the core curriculum. The Learning for Life curriculum is research-based, and our content team
has uniquely embedded character development traits into lessons that are aligned to core curriculum standards
in all 50 states. This provides authentic practice of core curriculum topics and skills within critical character
development and life skills lessons.
Learning for Life is an action–learning process and uses engaging teaching techniques such as role-playing, smallgroup discussions, reflective and moral dilemma exercises, online interactive lessons, and hands-on activities.
The reflective portion of each lesson is the pivotal point at which youth have the opportunity to think about what
they’ve learned and integrate the experience into real life.
Lessons are designed to reinforce academic, social, ethical, and character development skills in various areas,
such as critical and creative thinking, conflict resolution, decision making, interpersonal relationships, practical life
skills, self-esteem, writing and language arts, citizenship, and personal fitness.
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Integrated Academic and
Character Development Programs
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Additional Program Features
Harassment, Bullying, and Cyber-Intimidation in
Schools
This feature discusses definitions and the personal,
social, and legal ramifications associated with sexual
harassment, bullying, and cyber-intimidation. Videos
address what we know about these troubling areas.
Students will explore preventive strategies as well
as how school staff can address these issues as they
occur. A clear understanding of what constitutes
harassment and the harmful effects of harassment on
people and institutions is essential to providing a safe
and inclusive school environment for all.
K–6 Substance Abuse Prevention
This program targets “entry” drugs (inhalants,
alcohol, tobacco, prescription drugs, and marijuana).
The program focuses on making good decisions
and learning consequences of behavior. It is based
on explaining how substances affect the body and
practicing healthy habits. Lessons educate students
about the consequences of substance abuse on
self and others. This is done through language
arts, science, and consumer awareness activities
embedded within the lessons.
Included in the Substance Abuse Prevention
program are many of the best practices of teaching,
such as having students work in small groups,
engaging in kinesthetic activities, using higher-order
thinking skills, and defending their understanding.
Learning for Life also includes a Family/Home Activity
for each lesson that enables students to apply what
they have learned in the classroom while including
parents or guardians in substance abuse prevention
for their child.
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Champions™ Special Education
“Serving Youth with Special Needs”
The Learning for Life Champions™ program provides students who have mental disabilities with help in
developing social/personal, life, and self-concept skills to help them achieve greater self-sufficiency.
The Champions™ Special Education program is organized into two major components:
• Champions™ Daily Living Skills program
• Champions™ Transition Program
The Champions™ Daily Living Skills Program
The Champions™ Daily Living Skills program includes lesson plans centered on a skill-oriented theme, with
activities designed for class or individual use. Areas covered include:
• Self-concept—Students develop personal, social, and civic awareness.
• Personal and social skills—Students focus on how emotions affect their behavior and the behavior
of others.
• Life skills—Students learn skills for independent living, including personal hygiene, meal preparation,
and job preparedness training.
• Recognition—An honor chart displays each student’s achievements, so that all students are receiving
some kind of recognition.
The Champions™ Transition Program (for high school–aged youth)
Special needs students must leave high school before age 22. Many are unprepared for the workforce because
they do not have a transition plan and have not mastered basic skills. The federal Individuals with Disabilities Act
of 1990 requires public schools to start a formal transition plan by the time the student turns 16 years of age.
Learning for Life has developed a program called the Champions™ Transition Program to help school districts,
teachers, and parents guide their special needs students through this transition process. The program includes fun
and engaging activities and lessons to help teachers instruct students ages 16–21 in life skills needed to achieve
self-sufficiency and success as an independent, productive member of society.
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What Is Exploring?
Everyone Wins With Exploring!
Exploring will be one of the best opportunities you offer your company, your employees, and the youth of
your community.
“My daughter wants to be a doctor, so the Health program was a wonderful experience! It
gave her the opportunity to learn from actual medical professionals. Many young men and
women who want to enter the medical profession never get a chance to actually explore
what a medical professional does on a daily basis. The Explorer program gives them a
snapshot into their possible future.”
—Jason B., parent
“The students were not sure what they wanted to do in the future and now they have a
clear pathway.”
—Elizabeth S., Explorer advisor
“I would participate again because I found the program very helpful and I enjoyed meeting
new people with the same goals and interest as myself.”
—Stephanie R., Explorer
Exploring is Learning for Life’s career education program for young men and women who are at least 14 (and
have completed eighth grade) and not yet 21 years old. Adults are selected by the participating organization for
involvement in the program. Color, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic background, economic status,
and citizenship are not criteria for participation.
Exploring is all about helping young adults make a more informed decision about future careers and determine
if a particular career is the right one for them. Typically, a young adult will get involved, learn about a career, and
decide to pursue it OR learn enough about the career to determine it’s not the right fit for them. It’s better to learn
as a young adult that a career is not for you than to spend lots of money on an education only to then discover
you don’t like the career!
Exploring leaders volunteer their time to provide real-world career experiences for young adults. Exploring is not
about lectures and slide shows—it’s about gaining practical experience in a career field. The result is a program of
activities that helps youth pursue their special interests, grow, and develop.
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Exploring
Real World Career Experiences
Exploring is an innovative, worksite-based program. Exploring is based on a unique and dynamic
relationship between youth and the organizations in their communities. Local community organizations
initiate a specific Explorer post by matching their people and program resources to the interests of
young people in the community. The result is a program of activities that helps youth pursue their special
interests, grow, and develop. The 12 career fields are aligned to the 16 U.S. Department of Education
career clusters.
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Law Enforcement Exploring—
National Police Week 2013
By Michael Todd
On May 12, 2013, Law Enforcement Explorers from Post 1875, sponsored by the Pinal County (Ariz.) Sheriff’s
Office, conducted a Law Enforcement Exploring wreath presentation at the National Law Enforcement Officers
Memorial in Washington, D.C. The ceremony was conducted on the first day of National Police Week. Twenty-five
Pinal County Law Enforcement Explorers, led by National Youth Representative Lorenzo Teruya who serves as
the post’s captain, and five advisors traveled from Arizona to the nation’s capital to conduct the ceremony and
observe other National Police Week activities.
The wreath presentation ceremony for Law Enforcement Exploring was conducted immediately after the Law Ride
wreath-laying ceremony, which involved an honor guard drawn from 1,500 law enforcement officers who rode
their motorcycles from RFK Stadium to the memorial, and before the arrival of the Police Unity Tour, comprised
of 1,600 law enforcement officers on bicycles who rode 250 miles from Portsmouth, Virginia. Participants and
observers from both of these events were able to observe the impressive wreath-laying ceremony conducted by
the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office Explorers.
The Law Enforcement Exploring wreath was placed in front of a panel on the east wall of the memorial containing
the name of Kenneth Novak, a former Law Enforcement Explorer who, as a police officer, was shot to death
while checking a suspicious vehicle. Thousands of law enforcement officers from throughout the country as
well as tourists who visited the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial during National Police Week had
the opportunity to see the wreath from Law Enforcement Exploring that was presented in tribute to all law
enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their community and country.
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Professional Aviation Degree—$10,000
Robert Soler
(Windy City Flyers, Post 9,
Buffalo Grove, Illinois, Northwest Suburban Council)
Robert’s current goal is to become a commercial
pilot. He is in the process of completing his private
pilot license. The president of his post, Robert has
volunteered at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin,
and has interned at Windy City Aviation in Wheeling,
Illinois. He has flown solo, finished his third check ride,
and passed his previous check flights with a score of
95 or above.
Pilot—$3,000
Enrique Esparza
(Tomorrow’s Aeronautical Museum, Post 409,
Compton, California, Los Angeles Area Council)
Enrique’s dream as a young adult is to serve his nation
by becoming a Marine pilot. He is currently enrolled in
Tomorrow’s Aeronautical Museum where he is learning
the basics of aviation. This competitive program is
demanding, requiring a 10-week commitment. The
program includes weekly ground school training plus
college/career preparation, field trips, guest speakers,
and one-on-one flight lessons with a certified flight
instructor. Enrique plans to study at Northridge
University and transfer to Arizona State University to
study aviation.
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2013 National
Aviation Exploring
Scholarship Recipients
Conner Cameron
(CAF, Post 2352, Mesa, Arizona, Grand Canyon Council)
Conner’s involvement in Exploring has given him the
opportunity to study ground school material, gain
knowledge of aircraft flight and maintenance, and
increase his flight hours. His initial aviation career
goal is to obtain his private pilot license. Once this is
achieved, he plans to acquire his instrument rating and
continue his studies toward a commercial pilot license.
Conner has spent time marshaling aircraft at Falcon
Field Airport during special events. He is active in his
school’s symphony orchestra where he has held first
chair in the cello section, and he has also volunteered
at a homeless shelter, providing entertainment to kids.
Maintenance—$3,000
Hunter Nedin
(CAF, Post 2352,
Mesa, Arizona,
Grand Canyon Council)
Hunter is currently working toward several aviation
career goals. He hopes to complete his first solo on
his 16th birthday. He also plans to continue in Aviation
Exploring to further his training and education in
order to earn his private pilot license by age 17.
Hunter wishes to become a certified flight instructor
and teach others how to become the best pilots they
can be by utilizing the skills he has been taught.
Hunter is currently a member of the Aircraft Owners
and Pilots Association. He is lead in his group of
Aviation Explorers and responsible for delegating,
instructing others safely, and ensuring tasks are
completed properly and in a timely manner. Hunter
has volunteered for numerous charities.
Maintenance—$3,000
Marq Olinger
(Ivy Tech Aviation Technology Department/EAA Chapter
2, Post 2305, Fort Wayne, Indiana, Anthony Wayne
Area Council)
Avionics—$3,000
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Pilot—$3,000
Nicholas Dereshkevich
(Eastern Cincinnati Aviation (Sporty’s), Post 78, Batavia,
Ohio, Dan Beard Council)
From a very early age, Nicholas has wanted to
pursue a career in aviation. He has volunteered at the
local Civil Air Patrol organization, showing a strong
work ethic.
Avionics—$3,000
Joseph Myers
(CAF, Post 2352, Mesa, Arizona, Grand Canyon Council)
Joseph’s interest in aviation was fueled by his father,
who works in the aviation field. Becoming a pilot
would enable Joseph to travel the world and visit
new sites while having a career he loves at the same
time. He credits Aviation Exploring and his father with
providing him with the aviation knowledge he has thus
far. Joseph has been involved in rebuilding an Army
H-19, S-55 helicopter for two years with his Explorer
post. He is currently involved in track and field and
football in high school.
Management—$3,000
Jennifer Guetterman
(AFI Flight Training Center, Yorba Linda, California,
Orange County Council)
Jennifer is attending Cypress Community College
where she is working on her Associate of Science
in Commercial Pilot. She hopes to transfer to
Southern Illinois University’s Mt. San Antonio
College to complete a Bachelor of Science in Aviation
Management by the spring of 2015. Jennifer hopes
to teach aviation courses at a local college or obtain
a management position at an FBO or flight school.
She is also in pursuit of her Certified Flight Instructor
certificate, which will allow her to instruct at a flight
school.
Marq’s goal is to become an aviation engineer. He
is currently in the Anthis Aviation program where
he is working on his A&P license. He will have his
Powerplant license by the end of the year and then will
continue on to earn his Airframe License. Marq also
wishes to obtain his pilot’s license. He will attend his
first Aviation Explorer Camp in Oshkosh this year.
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Management—$3,000
Timothy Hinkle
(Southeast Iowa Regional Airport, Post 747,
Wapello, Iowa, Mississippi Valley Council)
Timothy is studying engineering physics and
spacecraft systems, and he has been accepted to
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He hopes
to work or intern at a job that will allow him to get
experience in his field of study during the summer. He
sees himself either working for a commercial space
company or using his new skills to help design or
test systems that could help the U.S. space program.
Timothy has done various activities with his post such
as visiting AirVenture Oshkosh, conducting glider and
powered flights, navigation training, learning to wash
planes, and visiting the James S. McDonnell Prologue
Room at Boeing in St. Louis.
Management—$3,000
Susan Johnson
(Wood County Regional Airport Authority, Post 1261,
Bowling Green, Ohio, Erie Shores Council)
Susan is currently enrolled in Private Pilot Ground
School at Bowling Green State University. With her
Aviation Exploring post she is learning ground school
on an informal basis. Susan was able to enroll in
Private Pilot Ground School through Ohio’s Post
Secondary Enrollment Options program at no cost and
will receive high school credit. She will take the FAA
Private Pilot written test after completion of her classes
and will then take flight lessons to earn her private
pilot license. She wishes to attend the Naval Academy
and become a fighter pilot and an astronaut.
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2013 National
Aviation Exploring
Scholarship Recipients
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Middle School Explorer Clubs
Interest in the concept of career orientation has
skyrocketed in recent years, due in large part to the
focus of the U.S. Department of Education. All over
the country, schools are conducting research into
the career interests of middle school students.
The national Exploring office has responded by
creating new and innovative coeducational Middle
School Explorer Club programs for students in the
sixth, seventh, and eighth grades. There is also
a new Explorer Journey to Excellence program
through which councils and districts will receive
recognition for growth in membership and density.
The clubs offer an array of options. One popular
choice features presentations by professionals
from across several career fields, including science,
technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Another choice is to focus on one particular
field, such as law enforcement or fire and
emergency services.
All programs include hands-on activities and are
sponsored by schools, service clubs, chambers
of commerce, or PTAs. In addition, Explorers,
members of the career orientation program for
young adults ages 14 to 20, provide mentoring to
the youth in the clubs.
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Participation Totals
Exploring*
Program
Exploring
Middle School
Explorers
adults
Posts
109,665
25,892
4,881
5,229
278
177
Learning for Life*
Program
youth
adults
groups
Elementary
294,345
1,058
923
Middle School
50,453
207
283
High School
55,357
144
175
Special Needs
18,329
482
520
*Totals as of December 31, 2013
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David L. Briscoe, Ph.D., Chair
Sue Davidson, Communications/Marketing Chair
Fred Markham, Vice Chair
Marie Morris, Ph.D., Program Chair
Tom Whalen, Secretary
Mark Wiesenhahn, Exploring Chair
Andrea Bohannon, Treasurer
Keith Clark, Legal Liaison
2013 Learning for Life National Committee
David L. Briscoe, Ph.D., Chair
Mike Todd
Dr. Diane E. Thornton, National Director
Tom Whalen
Bray Barnes
Ronald Blocker
Ronn Lucas
Mark Gehlen
Fred Markham
Rich Porter
Joe H. Pickens
Kenneth D. King, Ph.D.
Richard R. Pieper Sr.
R. Clifford Berg Jr.
Kevin Ryan, Ph.D.
Bradley E. Haddock
Helen Stiff-Williams, Ph.D.
Dr. Carlos Hamilton
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2013 Learning for Life National Executive Board
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 Open to all professionals regardless of tenure or title
 Only 45 minutes long
 Interactive and educational
 Click the title links to sign-up!
WEBINARS
The New Middle School Explorer Club Program
Sept 9 @ 10 am & 2 pm CST
Sept 23 @ 10 am & 2 pm CST
How to Maximize the Use of Career Interest Surveys
Oct 7 @ 10 am & 2 pm CST
Oct 21 @ 10 am & 2 pm CST
Journey to Excellence in the name of Learning for Life & Exploring
Nov 5 @ 10 am & 2pm CST
Nov 20 @ 10am & 2pm CST
How to Sell LFL School Based Programs
Nov 4 @ 10 am & 2 pm CST
Nov 18 @ 10 am & 2 pm CST
Fundraising in the Name of Exploring & LFL
Dec 2 @ 10 am & 2 pm CST
Dec 16 @ 10 am & 2 pm CST
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Application for Renewal
Learning for Life
Intellectual Property License Agreement
October 1, 2014 – September 30, 2015
I am pleased to share with you the 2014-2015 Intellectual Property License Agreement. As you are
deciding the appropriate fee level regarding the number of students your council will serve in school
districts and other organizations, please follow the attached fee structure. The fee schedule will
remain the same as last year.
The national office of Learning for Life exists to help councils promote, organize, and facilitate
programs.
Let me refer you to a resource entitled “Selling the Learning for Life School-based Character
Education Curriculum.” This booklet, found on the LFL Info site at MyBSA > Resources > Learning for
Life > Hot Spot, explains when to enter the school budget process, how to address the most common
concerns of educators, how to negotiate payments from schools, and a glossary of applicable
educational terms to make it easier to converse with educators.
Our offices will continue to provide coaching to assist councils with the delivery of programs for
schools and other community organizations.
Additional resources for local programs include:
• Digital anti-bullying training for students, parents (English/Spanish), and educators
• Updated substance abuse prevention materials for grades K-6
• Pre-K curriculum for use in daycare facilities and Head Start programs
• Two completely revised programs for individuals with special needs
• K-12 character development curriculum—digital and print
Please submit the signed Intellectual Property License Agreement to the Learning for Life national
office by September 1, 2014. Attention: Debbie Williams. All councils are asked to submit a signed
agreement to our office. If your council chooses not to purchase an Intellectual Property License
Agreement for the 2014-2015 school year, please sign and check the box in the area where it says,
“Council will NOT renew the Intellectual Property License Agreement.” Once the license agreement is
signed by the council and received at the national office, the council is responsible for full payment
according to the license agreement amount.
The Intellectual Property License Agreement does NOT apply to Exploring.
Our team is ready to assist your LFL program. Please call on me if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Marty Walsh
National Director
Learning for Life/Exploring
Learning for Life
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APPLICATION FOR RENEWAL
Region: ___________ Area:
Council No.:____________________
Headquarters city and state:
_
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LICENSE AGREEMENT
October 1, 2014 – September 30, 2015
Learning for Life authorizes local councils to accomplish its purposes and carry out its programs by granting a local council an
Intellectual Property License (the “License”). The license is issued for a period of one year (October 1, 2014 – September 30,
2015) and may be renewed annually upon application by the local council. Renewal of the license is based on annual reports
that show satisfactory efforts to meet the responsibilities of a local council. Learning for Life may revoke or decline to renew a
local council’s license for failure to comply with the policies of Learning for Life or in any instances where it deems such action
advisable in the interests of Learning for Life.
Revenue share will only be disbursed to councils who have an Intellectual Property License. LFL is committed to help
councils be financially sustainable with their LFL programs. We are full partners with the councils and shall have the option to
provide direct service of the program within the council boundaries to all schools and organizations not served by the council.
We will make every effort and provide coaching to assist councils with the collection of funds from schools and organizations.
The Intellectual Property License does not apply to Exploring.
The
Council hereby applies for reauthorization. This application has been reviewed and
approved by the executive committee or executive board. The council understands and agrees that students registered into
the system commits to the amount owed to the Learning for Life national office.
Payment options: Please select the payment option that will best fit your need.
2014-2015 Learning for Life Intellectual Property License fee: $
Total Amount
1.
Lump Sum (December 2014 invoicing)
2.
Biannual (December 2014 and July 2015 invoicing)
3.
4 Payments (September 2014, December 2014, March 2015, and July 2015 invoicing)
4.
Our Council will NOT renew the Intellectual Property License Agreement
This council agrees with and accepts these terms of Learning for Life.
Signed
Scout Executive
Date
Signed
President
Scout Executive (print or type)
President (print or type)
Signed
Checks made payable to “Learning for Life”
Please either mail, fax, or email to:
• Learning for Life, S510
1329 West Walnut Hill Lane
P. O. Box 152225
Irving, Texas 75015-2225
• [email protected]
• Fax to (972) 580-2137
If you have any questions, please call (972) 580-2433.
Date
Treasurer
Treasurer (print or type)
Date
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Learning for Life
Intellectual Property License Agreement
2014 2015
Fee Schedule
(Intellectual Property License does not apply to Exploring)
Level
Minimum # of Students
Served
Minimum
License Fee
Additional Fee Per Student Over Minimum
# Served will automatically be charged
1
1 - 500
$2,000
+$4.00/student 501 – 2,499
2
2,500
$10,000
+$3.50/student 2,501 – 4,999
3
5,000
$17,500
+$3.25/student 5,001 – 9,999
4
10,000
$30,000
+$3.00/student 10,001 – 29,999
5
30,000
$75,000
+$2.50/student 30,001 – 59,999
6
60,000
$145,500
+$2.25/student 60,001 – 99,999
7
More than 100,000
$200,000
+$2.00/student 100,001 +
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Term:
Group No.:
ANNUAL MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
The
organization has read and understands the following conditions
for participation in the curriculum‐based program operated and maintained by Learning for Life, a District of Columbia
nonprofit corporation ("Learning for Life"), and desires to enter into this agreement regarding its participation in the
curriculum‐based program. The responsibilities of the organization administration include:
1. Conduct criminal background checks on all participating adults.
2. Indicate which of the following grades and the approximate number of students that will participate and their ethnicity:
Elementary
Pre‐K
K
1
2
3
4
5
6
7th & 8th
9th – 12th
Special
Grade
Grade
Needs
Total Youth
Males
Females
Black/African
American
Caucasian/
White
Native
American
Hispanic/
Latino
Alaska
Native
Pacific
Islander
Asian
Other
Males
Females
3. Provide program for
in Learning for Life. These costs are paid by other agencies on your behalf.
(number) of students participating
4. Curriculum‐based instructors are required to complete Youth Protection Training either as part of their annual
school staff development or take the online Learning for Life Youth Protection Training for Curriculum‐based
Programs.
5.
Utilize Learning for Life program achievement incentives.
6. Participate in at least one evaluation with the Learning for Life representative each year.
This Annual Memorandum of Understanding shall remain in effect for the current school term. Either organization may
discontinue the program at any time, upon written notice to the other organization or the participating administration
hereby agrees that no Learning for Life program materials will be used after the program is discontinued.
Date:
By:
Signature of Organization Head
Please Print Organization Head’s Name
Signature of Learning for Life Representative
Please Print Learning for Life Representative’s Name
By:
ORGANIZATION’S KEY CONTACT PERSON
Name:
Title:
Address:
City:
Telephone #:
E‐Mail:
State:
Zip:
Rev. 2014
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Steps for a Local Council to Use the LFL Foundation
1. Local council prepares proposal addressed to donor prospect. Proposal needs to
specify that the funds will be used only for Learning for Life (perhaps a specific
project.)
2. Proposal is sent to William L. Taylor, Director of Exploring for Learning for Life, by
either electronic mail or snail mail.
3. William Taylor will send the proposal with a cover letter to the prospective donor. The
letter will include information about the new Learning for Life Foundation.
4. Donor sends check to the Learning for Life Foundation.
5. Finance Department will send a thank you letter to the donor.
6. Learning for Life will submit a check request for the same amount. The new check
from the Learning for Life Foundation with a cover letter will be sent to the Scout
Executive/Executive Director.
7. Local Executive Director sends thank you to donor and any needed reports.
Note: Proposal and all letters should make no reference to Scouting or use of the Boy Scout
emblem.
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FUNDRAISING
in the name of
&
The National Learning for Life & Exploring Team would like to be sure you are
aware of fundraising resources available to you thru the Supply Group. Use the
LFL supply order form to purchase these items. The fundraising process is the
same – now you have appropriately branded pieces to use as part of your
fundraising campaigns for Exploring and / or Learning for Life school based
programs.
ITEM No.
DESCRIPTION
COST
34894
LFL Field receipt book
$5.99 ea
34892
LFL Report envelope
$0.29 ea
34891
LFL Fundraising folder
$0.49 ea
34893
LFL Supporter sticker, pk 100
$8.99 ea
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Pre-/Post Program Assessment
General Information
This assessment tool includes student questionnaires and a teacher observations
survey that will help assess the effectiveness of Learning for Life program and
materials in schools.
1. General concept
The Program Assessment for school-based Learning for Life groups includes the
following student components:
 Elementary (one form each for grades 2-6)
 7th and 8th Grade (one form for both grades)
 Senior High School (one form for grades 9-12)
The Program Assessment also uses teacher pre- and post-program observations.
2. General description of the features
Each set of assessment tools comes in two parts:
 A pre-program form: given to students and teachers at the beginning
of the program year.
 A post-program form: given to students and teachers at the end of the
program year.
3. Measurement concepts: For both student and teacher forms (no names are
necessary)
For the student:
The student pre- and post-program forms are instruments to measure student
comprehension of the character traits found in the curriculum materials found in
the appropriate Learning for Life materials. The form does not measure reading
comprehension or other academic skill levels. In some cases, teachers may
wish to administer the pre- and post-program forms verbally with students
following along and marking their answers.
The questions are formatted to assess knowledge of character traits by being
able to correctly apply them in a given practical situation.
For teacher observations:
This is also to be used before and after the program. There needs to be one
form completed for each student. Teachers need to use their best judgment by
observation of the students. Teacher observations are focused on classroom
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behavior, social interaction and disciplinary items. These should serve as the
observable changes in behavior due in part to the effectiveness of using the
Learning for Life program.
4. General statistical information and concepts
No form or set of observations is without possible flaws and imperfections. The aim
of this assessment is to:
 Document by statistical data a change in knowledge of character traits in students
exposed to the Learning for Life materials by comparison of pre- and post-program
results.
 Compile teacher observations into statistical data that can compare behaviors.
Teachers do have a strong influence on the modeling of the classroom behavior
during the year. Learning for Life is only one method that can be used to make
changes in observable behavior.
Results for younger students may be more dramatic. This was demonstrated in the
“Character Building with Learning for Life” national assessment (resource Nos. 99112 and 99-113).
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Students’ performance in correctly answering the character traits questions can be
influenced by:
Exposure to character traits in prior years, especially if Learning for Life is used in
continuous grades within the school.
Reinforcement of character traits in other situations like the home.
Effectiveness of the classroom teacher’s presentation of the Learning for Life
materials:
Number of lessons used for each trait
Time allotted for each lesson
Reinforcement of lesson themes throughout the school year
Influences outside the classroom
It is strongly suggested not to use a control and experimental classroom as
was done with the national study “Character Building with Learning for Life.” Only
survey the classes that are using the Learning for Life materials. The national study
was conducted in a tighter time frame and with specific controls that are not in use
with this assessment.
5. Administering the assessment tools
It is important that the school administration be fully behind the concept of
surveying Learning for Life participants. Without approval from the school principal,
executive officer and the school district administration, the completion of surveying
may become a problem. Secure approval from all necessary parties before the
program is introduced at the start of the year.
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Order sufficient assessment sheets directly from the National Distribution Center (1800-323-0732). It is important to give enough time for the order to be processed
and shipped to your office. It is strongly suggested that at least one month of lead
program time be given. Make a complete order by requesting sufficient pre- and
post- student forms and teacher observation sheets.
LFL Program Assessments (Pre- / Post Survey Tests)
Item #
32042
Item Description
Program Assessment – Teacher Evaluation form (30/pk)
Cost
$4.99
32043
Program Assessment – Teacher Evaluation form (500/pk)
32044
Program Assessment – 2nd Grade form (30/pk)
$4.99
32046
Program Assessment – 3rd Grade form (30 per pkg.)
$4.99
32048
Program Assessment – 4th Grade form (30 per pkg.)
$4.99
32050
Program Assessment – 5th Grade form (30 per pkg.)
$4.99
32052
Program Assessment – 6th Grade form (30 per pkg.)
$4.99
32054
Program Assessment – 7th & 8th Grade form (30/pk)
$4.99
32056
Program Assessment – 9th-12th Grades form (30/pk)
$4.99
$38.99
6. Scanning the Survey Form
The Program Assessment forms must be scanned using an NCS/Scantron dualhead scanner. ScanTools software is required and must be purchased from
Scantron. The national office offers free scanning for offices that do not own a
scanner or don’t have access to one through a local university (form attached).
7. Report Generating
The Program Assessment Report Generator is a Microsoft Access database that
you must download from MyBSA>Resources>Learning for Life>Exploring>Forms>
Pre- & Post-Program Assessments.
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Free Survey Scanning Service
This free scanning service is available for Student Career Interest Survey and Pre/Post Program Assessment NCS
scan forms only (black timing marks on edge of forms). We are unable to scan the Fujitsu forms or any forms not
ordered from the National Distribution Center.
To package the documents for shipping follow the steps below. Taking these steps will ensure that the documents
will arrive in good condition and that each student’s survey is included with the appropriate school.
1
Organize the documents by school (It is not necessary to separate by grade). All documents should be positioned face
up with the black timing marks to the left. Wrap a paper band around each school’s documents. Label the paper strip
with the school name and 3-digit school codes. School names and codes are necessary to process your request.
2
Box documents securely in 9”X12” or 10”X11” boxes. Use a piece of cardboard or colored paper to separate each
school stack as you pack the box.
3
Label each box with a number (i.e. Box 1 of X, Box 2 of X, etc.) In Box 1 of X, place a master list of all school names
and corresponding code numbers. Place a copy of this form on top of the master list and seal all boxes.
4
You will receive your data files in an E-mail to the address listed below.
5
Forms will be recycled 90 days after delivery of data. The council will be responsible for shipping costs for forms
returned to their office.
Make copies of this form for use in scanning services. Save the original for your files. Please call 972-5802433 if you have any questions.
Contact Name:
Council Name:
Council No.
Address:
City:
State:
Phone:
E-mail address:
Number of boxes shipped:
Date shipped:
Ship forms to:
Zip:
Number of schools:
________
Learning for Life, S510
1325 West Walnut Hill Lane
Irving, Texas 75038
Approximate number of documents:
FOR NATIONAL LFL OFFICE USE ONLY
Received: _________________________
Data Returned: ____________________
Total Scans: _______________________
New Post/Club
Explorer Post
Renewal (Unit No.) Annual Memorandum of Understanding
has read and understands the following conditions for participating
in this program operated and maintained by Learning for Life, a District of Columbia nonprofit corporation (“Learning for
Life”), and desires to enter into this agreement regarding participation in this program. The responsibilities of the
organization include:
Middle School Explorer Clubs only:
• Screening and selecting at least two adults, including a sponsor and associate sponsor, to work directly with the Middle
School Explorer Club participants.
Explorer Posts only:
• Screening and selecting at least four adults, including committee chairman, two committee members, and an
advisor, who will work directly with the post officers.
Middle School Explorer Clubs and Explorer Posts:
• Ensuring that all participating adults complete the required Learning for Life Youth Protection training. The training is
available at exploring.learningforlife.org.
• Providing adequate facilities for the participants to meet on a regular schedule with a time and place reserved.
• Participating in an initial program orientation session.
• Participating in at least one evaluation with Learning for Life representatives each year.
Note: Adults may serve in multiple posts and clubs.
This program is part of Learning for Life’s education resource program. Learning for Life provides the support service
necessary to help the participating organizations succeed in their use of the program.
These services include year-round training techniques and methods for selecting quality leaders; program resources; and
primary general liability insurance to cover the participating organization, its board of directors and/or trustees, and its
officers and employees in their official and individual capacities against personal liability judgments arising from official
Learning for Life activities.
This Annual Memorandum of Understanding shall remain in effect through the registration expiration of the post or club.
Either organization may discontinue the program at any time upon written notice to the other organization.
Date:
Signature of organization head or designee
Signature of Learning for Life representative
(Print name)(Print name)
800-737
Revised August 2014
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Check One: Middle School Explorer Club
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2015 NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT EXPLORING
LEADERSHIP ACADEMIES
DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION
U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE
U.S. ARMY MILITARY POLICE
U.S. SECRET SERVICE
June 20 — June 27; Washington, DC
July 5 — July 11; Washington, DC
July 11 — July 18; Fort Leonard Wood, MO
July 12 — July 18; Washington, DC
PREVIEW
During the summer of 2015, Law Enforcement Explorers will have the unique experience of participating in the National Law
Enforcement Exploring Leadership Academies. The Leadership Academy Selection Committee will choose thirty Explorers
for each Academy. Explorers will list their top five Academy choices and the Committee will make the Academy assignments
for the selected Explorers.
APPLICATION
Each Explorer must complete the application (see note below) and submit a statement of “What Law Enforcement Exploring
Has Meant to Me”. The applicant must be a current participant of Law Enforcement Exploring for no fewer than 12 months.
“NOTE: Applicants who previously participated in a National Law Enforcement Exploring Leadership Academy will be
only given secondary consideration to allow for as many qualified Explorers as possible to attend their first academy.”
PROGRAMS
The Academies will feature programs on the dynamics of leadership, physical training, and law enforcement practices. The
academies will begin with a group meeting on the arrival date. All Explorers will be assigned a roommate and will be housed
in the Marriott Crystal City, the DEA Academy, area colleges, universities, or Fort Leonard Wood.
FEES
For the DEA, US Marshals Service, and Secret Service Academy, participants will personally pay for transportation to and
from Washington, D.C. (Ronald Reagan National Airport). In addition, the participants will pay an administration fee of
$295.00 to the National Law Enforcement Exploring Office. For the U.S. Military Police Academy, participants will personally
pay for transportation to and from (Lambert-St. Louis International Airport) and the participants will pay an administration fee
of $175 to the National Law Enforcement Exploring Office. Explorers attending the academies in Washington, DC will be
expected to cover costs for some of the meals. Explorers arriving early or staying late will be responsible for early/late costs
and chaperones. Also, spending money and uniform costs are the participant’s responsibility.
UNIFORM
Each Explorer must bring one and preferably two post dress uniforms.
DEADLINE
The completed nomination form with the appropriate certifications must be RECEIVED, not postmarked, in the national office
no later than February 2, 2015. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
SELECTION PROCESS
Each application will be reviewed through a selection process conducted by law enforcement executives drawn from the
sponsoring Agencies. Selections and alternates will be determined and notified of their appointment.
Note: Applications will be available on November 3, 2014 at
www.learningforlife.org/exploring/lawenforcement
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INCLUDE
EXPLORING LEADER
TRAININGS IN
REGULARLY
SCHEDULED
DISTRICT TRAININGS
Sam Houston Area Council (Houston, TX) recognizes
Harris County sheriff and deputy with the Spurgeon
Award for their commitments to Exploring.
TIPS
ON HOW TO
SERVE YOUR
POSTS
OFFER A COUNCIL
COORDINATED
EXPLORING EVENT
LIKE “EXPLORING
AFTER DARK"
VISIT AT LEAST ONE
POST MEETING
EVERY YEAR
REMIND THEM
ABOUT THE
SCHOLARSHIPS
WELCOME THEM
WITH A MAP OF THE
COUNCIL AND
DISTRICTS
Wondering how to keep (or get) your Explorer Posts and Middle
School Explorer Clubs engaged in your council operations?
RECOGNIZE THEM
AT YOUR COUNCIL
BANQUET
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Student Career Interest Survey
FACT SHEET
Exploring is a career education program for high school age young men and women based on a unique and dynamic
relationship between youth and the organizations in their communities. Local organizations are matched to the
interests of young people in the community using the Student Career Interest Survey. The result is a program of
activities that helps youth pursue their special interests, grow, and develop. Many times these programs provide a
hands-on experience, which could enhance financial success, career preparation, and college endorsement.
Why schools should participate:
•
Helps schools meet their state law to provide
4-year course plan for high school students
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Survey is conducted at no cost to school
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Results are not sold or given away
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Takes 6-10 minutes to complete.
•
The survey has a place for schools to ask
students any six questions requiring a “Yes” or “No” response.
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The survey results can be very helpful for guidance counselors
planning, career speakers, college days, and college fairs.
Sample of reports available:
Questions? Please contact us at [email protected] or 1-855-806-9992
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Online Career Interest Survey
Application
The prime time to
promote surveys is the
first quarter of the
calendar year.
To align with school districts across the country that are shifting to online and digital formats the online Career Interest Survey has been
developed.
Access: The survey is accessed over a secure website
at www.exploringyourcareer.org, so that anyone with
internet access and a computer or smart phone may
complete the survey, including home school students.
Students may access either during school, or individually
outside of school.
Data: Data will only be available to councils that have
completed this application and submitted their payment.
Online data is connected to an individual council based on
student zip codes. The data is sent to a secure website that
is accessed by password. Passwords to access data will be
council assigned to a maximum of three council staff
members. To prevent access to student data, passwords
will be disabled if/when an employee leaves the council.
Raw data will be available to councils in an Excel
spreadsheet or a delimited (.dlm) format. The delimited file is used in the Access Online Career Interest Survey Report Generator provided
along with instructions. Schools will not have direct access to their results, but must obtain them from their local council.
Custom Survey Questions: The survey has a feature for adding six questions requiring a “Yes” or “No” response that can be
customized for each school.
Sponsors: Each council will have the ability to create, add and delete sponsors for their council area survey. The sponsors will appear on
the thank you page once the student completes their survey. Placement is in both the upper right and left corners. Up to two sponsor logos
can be added. Each can be clickable to a designated link such as a website for the student to learn more about the sponsor.
Price: The Online Career Interest Survey price is an annual flat rate based on council classification and for an unlimited number of surveys.
500
Annual
Fee
$600
400
$700
300
$800
200
$900
100
$1,000
Classification
School list & updates: School names are provided on a drop down menu based on the state and city where the student attends school.
All councils will have two generic options: “Home school” and “Other _______” in the event a school name is omitted. As schools change
(open, close, merge, rename), councils can notify Learning for Life and the online survey can be updated quickly.
User’s Manual: A User’s Manual has been developed and will be provided to each council when they sign up to use the system.
Paper surveys: Paper surveys will not be eliminated as we need to be able to meet the various needs of students and school districts who
have different technology capabilities. This online survey will augment and expand capabilities for councils. New forms are now available
with updated career and hobby codes. The new form is green instead of orange and the Distribution Center order number is #618833.
Questions: Please contact us at [email protected] or 972-580-2433.
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AGREEMENT
Council Name:
Council #
Contact Person:
Email:
Phone #:
Street Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Upon receipt of this information at the Learning for Life national office you will receive a confirmation notification and account
activation instructions for setting up individual usernames and passwords at www.exploringyourcareer.com/signin.
This Agreement and payment allows access to our council’s Online Career Interest Survey data for a
12-month period starting from our account activation date. Our council classification is ___________.
Our payment of $__________ is enclosed.
Scout Executive’s Name (Printed)
Scout Executive’s (Signature)
Looking for the latest
Checks made payable and mailed to:
Learning for Life
1325 West Walnut Hill Lane
Irving, Texas 75038
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Office use only: 67001-1470
Council Classification
Annual Fee
500
$600
400
$700
300
$800
200
$900
100
$1,000
Date
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Exploring Scholarships & Awards
Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association ($1,000)
The HAPCOA scholarship is presented to Law Enforcement Explorers of
Hispanic ancestry who have shown potential to become future leaders
in the law enforcement and criminal justice profession.
Capt. James J. Regan Scholarship (2 one-time/$500)
The National Technical Investigators Association presents two onetime $500 scholarships annually. Criteria include academic record,
leadership, extracurricular activities, and a personal statement.
Sheryl A. Horak Memorial Scholarship ($1,000)
This merit-based award involves a $1,000, one-time scholarship. The
award also includes a plaque and pin.
James E. Breining Scholarship Award ($1,500)
The James E. Breining Scholarship Foundation awards the
scholarships to Law Enforcement Explorers who have demonstrated
outstanding leadership, character, and ethics to exploring and their
community. The award is presented in memory of the late James
Breining who served as a police officer and Explorer Advisor for the
Des Moines Police Department.
Billy Yout Excellence in Leadership Award ($1,000)
In order to be considered for this award a law Enforcement Explorer
must be selected to attend the biennial National Law Enforcement
Leadership Academy sponsored by the Drug Enforcement
Administration. The leadership award honors the memory of DEA
Supervisory Special Agent Billy Yout and is funded by the William H.
Yout Foundation.
International Association of Fire Chiefs Foundation ($500)
The IAFC Foundation awards Fire/EMS Explorers who are pursuing
careers in the fire sciences or any related academic program.
Aviation Exploring ($40,000)
Annually, the National Aviation Committee presents scholarships to Aviation
scholarships to Aviation Explorers. One Explorer receives a $10,000.00
scholarship and the other recipients each receive $3,000.
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Exploring Proficiency Awards
The Exploring Proficiency Awards program provides an opportunity for
posts and their Explorers to earn a series of recognition items that
acknowledge their law enforcement Exploring experience.
Career Achievement Award for Explorers
The components of the Learning for Life Career Achievement Award
programs allow young people to acquire and be recognized for career
proficiency achievement and community service.
Leadership Award Program
Leadership Award is given to youth and adults who have given
exceptional dedication and leadership to the youth participants in
either the Learning for Life or Exploring Program.
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Monthly Action Plan
NOVEMBER
Exploring Committee:
 Review program, Post, Club, and participation goal progress.
 Review new post/club organization and renewal progress.
 Review fundraising timetable.
 Mail notice of District committee election.
Volunteers:
 Meet 8 new people
 Follow-up with new people met last month
Marketing Team:
 Plan for career interest survey.
 Publicize Fall Exploring Activity and other noteworthy Post activities.
 Submit Exploring articles for Council newsletter.
Service Team:
 Conduct monthly Post/Club visits.
 Follow-up on new posts/clubs.
 Follow-up on registration of new Explorers and new Posts/Clubs.
 Coach Advisors on how to conduct Post Officers’ seminars in new Posts/Clubs.
 Assist with Explorer program conference.
 Conduct Post renewals and submit paperwork to Exploring office.
 Conduct Open Houses. Ensure new Explorer paperwork is submitted to Exploring office.
Program Team:
 Follow-up on activities schedule.
 Conduct Fall Exploring Activity program.
 Conduct Advisor meeting as part of the program conference.
 Survey new posts to determine effectiveness of Post Officers’ seminar.
 Develop Exploring calendar for committee approval.
 Prepare and conduct Fall Exploring Activity.
Finance Team:
 Recruit and orient fundraising campaigners.
 Explain fundraising at Advisor meeting.
 Confirm all guests for Council Fund raising kickoff.
 Conduct career card sale.
 Plan for Fund raising breakfast (set location, determine invitation list, secure event
sponsor).
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Resources Page
Where do I find this on the
internal site (MyBSA)??
Where can I find this on the
Public website
(www.learningforlife.org)??
Supply & Bin Item Order Forms
MyBSA > Resources > LFL > Forms
LFL Foundation instructions
MyBSA > Resources > LFL > Fundraising > Grant Proposals
Monthly Action Plans for Committees
MyBSA > Resources > LFL > Committees
Open House Planning Guide
Any of the "How to Start a Post” links on the LFL info site
Best Practice Submission Form
MyBSA > Resources > LFL > Best Practices
Century Club Award Application
MyBSA > Resources > LFL > Program > Awards
Career Interest Survey Information
MyBSA > Resources > LFL > Exploring > Forms > Career Interest Survey
Safety First Guidelines
Under the "resources" tab on the public website OR
go directly to  http://exploring.learningforlife.org/safety-first/
What services are available in MyParticipation.org?
Online training courses (YPT for Exploring & Basic Adult Leader)
Most frequently used forms
Online post renewal (opens up 2 months before unit’s expiration date)
JTE (Journey to Excellence) Scorecards
Go to  Scouting.org/jte

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