Posted By: Mr. Koh Feb 05, 2012
Important notice to those who are planning to attend, the the Ski/Board Okemo 2012 Trip (scheduled for the weekend of February 24th to the 26), but have not yet paid. We MUST have your payment at this Monday's scout meeting in order to be signed up to attend.
Cost is $215.00 which covers lift tickets for 2 days of skiing/boarding, all meals for Saturday and Sunday, accomodations at Woodstock High School, and transportation.
2-Day Ski and Board Rentals are available for those that need them for an additional cost of $53.
I will be collecting payments for the trip this week.
Thanks,
-- Mr. Koh
| Posted By: Mr. Koh Jan 29, 2012
Also remember to bring your payment for the Ski/Board Okemo 2012 Trip which is scheduled for the weekend of February 24th to the 26.
Cost is $215.00 which covers lift tickets for 2 days of skiing/boarding, all meals for Saturday and Sunday, accomodations at Woodstock High School, and transportation.
2-Day Ski and Board Rentals are available for those that need them for an additional cost of $53.
Mr. Coogle will be collecting payments for the trip this week.
Thanks,
-- Mr. Koh
| Posted By: Mr. Koh Jan 29, 2012
Please remember to bring your dues payment of $60 to tomorrow's meeting (Monday January 30th) if you have not already done so. Checks should be made out to Troop 8.
I will be away tomorrow, so please be sure to give them to either Mr. Dunn or Mr. Coogle.
Thanks all!
-- Mr. Koh
| Posted By: Mr. Gibney Jan 29, 2012
Parents please be sure your Scout sees this:
Scouts,
Tomorrow night we’ll be having troop elections. Make sure you are present if you want to hold a position or to have a say in the election of our new Senior Patrol Leader and Patrol Leaders.
Here are the Election Details: If you are interested in holding a troop position, be sure to notify the current Senior Patrol Leader (Jesse Bartko) on the night of the meeting. If you are interested in being the new Senior Patrol Leader, please come to the meeting with a short speech. You will present it to the troop.
Voting will be carried out as follows:
1. The Troop will vote for a new Senior Patrol Leader (must be First Class Scout)
2. The Senior Patrol Leader will choose 1 Assistant Senior Patrol Leader.
3. Each patrol will vote in new Patrol Leaders
4. Each Patrol Leader will choose 1 Assistant Patrol Leader
5. The newly appointed Senior Patrol Leader has one week to work with the Scoutmaster to select scouts to hold these Troop Positions:
a. Quartermaster
b. Scribe
c. Historian
d. Librarian
e. Order of The Arrow Rep
Expectations:
All those who hold troop positions are expected to make at LEAST 75% of troop meetings and activities including camping.
Note the following requirements for rank advancement:
Serve actively for (4 months for Star, 6 months for Life and Eagle) in one or more positions of responsibility (Star may carry out a Scoutmaster-assigned leadership project to help the troop). Assistant Patrol Leader is not considered a position of responsibility for rank advancement.
Duties of a Senior Patrol Leader
1. Runs all troop meetings, events, activities, and the annual program planning conference.
2. Runs the Patrol Leaders' Council (PLC) meetings.
3. Appoints other troop junior leaders with the advice and counsel of the Scoutmaster.
4. Assigns duties and responsibilities to junior leaders.
5. Assists the Scoutmaster with junior leader training.
6. Sets a good example.
7. Enthusiastically and correctly wears the Scout uniform (all four parts).
8. Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
9. Shows Scout spirit.
Duties of a Patrol Leader
When you accepted the position of patrol leader, you agreed to provide service and leadership to your patrol and troop. No doubt you will take this responsibility seriously, but you will also find it fun and rewarding. As a patrol leader, you are expected to do the following:
1. Plan and lead patrol meetings and activities.
2. Keep patrol members informed.
3. Assign each patrol member a specific duty.
4. Represent your patrol at all patrol leaders' council meetings and the annual program planning conference.
5. Prepare the patrol to participate in all troop activities.
6. Work with other troop leaders to make the troop run well.
7. Know the abilities of each patrol member.
8. Set a good example.
9. Wear the Scout uniform correctly.
10. Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
11. Show and develop patrol spirit.
"The patrol system is not one method in which Scouting for boys can be carried on. It is the only method."
—Lord Baden-Powell, Scouting's founder
| Posted By: Mr. Koh Jan 22, 2012
Also remember to bring your payment for the Ski/Board Okemo 2012 Trip which is scheduled for the weekend of February 24th to the 26.
Cost is $215.00 which covers lift tickets for 2 days of skiing/boarding, all meals for Saturday and Sunday, accomodations at Woodstock High School, and transportation.
2-Day Ski and Board Rentals are available for those that need them for an additional cost of $53.
-- Mr. Koh
| Posted By: Mr. Koh Jan 22, 2012
Please remember to bring your dues payment of $60 to tomorrow's meeting (Monday January 27th) if you have not already done so. Checks should be made out to Troop 8.
You should be sure to give them to either Mr. Dunn or Mr. Koh.
Thanks and see you all tomorrow!
-- Mr. Koh
| Posted By: Mr. Cappiello Jan 19, 2012
Klondike 2012 Reminders:
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We will meet in the St.Joe’s rear parking lot at 4pm Friday and leave shortly thereafter. The trip to Hoyt Scout Reservation, in Redding, will take about 1/2 hour. This will leave us roughly 1/2 hr of daylight to set up camp, so we don’t want to be running late.
The weather forecast is calling for a wintery mix. It will be very important to keep dry. This means don’t forget rain gear, an extra set of dry clothing, and extra pairs of boots and gloves. Zip lock bags and trash bags are great for helping to keep your gear dry. Plan to dress in multiple layers and avoid cotton – wearing wool and synthetics only. Don’t forget a knit cap (or two) and extra socks. As always, bring at least one water bottle.
Klondike is scheduled to officially end at 4pm Saturday. That should put us home at the CES school parking lot at about 4:30pm. However, if weather conditions warrant, we may trying sneaking out a bit early – possibly as soon as our patrol finishes the course. Please make sure that Mr. Cappiello has a phone number at which he can contact you if the need arises.
Snow would certainly add to the fun of this event. But let’s hope the storm brings only snow, at least until we’re all home safe and sound.
Additional information can be found at the Scatacook District Web Site
http://www.scatacook.org
Scouts please contact your SPL with any specific questions. | Posted By: Mr. Gibney Jan 15, 2012
Scouts and Parents,
We are getting very excited about the upcoming Klondike Derby. The plans for this years derby are the best we have seen.
As a reminder we are having a meeting Monday, 1/16, at 7pm to prepare for the event. We will be meeting at 7 Appleby Farm Road in Brookfield. If you need any directions please call 203-417-6474 (Jonathan Gibney's Cell Phone.)
Any scout who wants to go to the derby but did not confirm yes already can come to tomorrow's meeting and we will work out the details.
Get Excited! | Posted By: Mr. Cappiello Jan 09, 2012
Klondike Derby Reminder
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The Klondike Derby is scheduled for one week from Friday (1/20-21). We need to register our patrols this week. Please be prepared to let your SPL know tonight if you will be participating. Mr Cappiello is coordinating. Additional details are posted on the Troop 8 web site under the "UPCOMING TRIPS" link. Please bring your $15 fee tonight if possible. | Posted By: Mr. Coogle Dec 31, 2011
Winter Court of Honor Jan 9th
7PM - St. Joes Gym Brookfield
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Celebrate Scout's Advancements & Achievements
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Bring cookies, brownies, cupcakes and/or juice and soda *****************************
notify David Coogle
coogledmc@live.com and let me know what you are bringing
Happy New Year!! | Posted By: Mr. Gibney Dec 01, 2011
Be sure to see the article on our Gettysburg trip posted to the Patch by Matt Soyland.
http://brookfield.patch.com/blog_posts/troop-8-vistits-historic-town-and-battlefield-of-gettysburg | Posted By: Mr. Gibney Nov 24, 2011
We have photos uploaded from Gettysburg and the Shotgun trip. Enjoy. Go to Past Trips page, then scroll to the bottom and click on the trip.
| Posted By: Mr. Gibney Sep 27, 2011
For anyone interested see your Scoutmaster:
National Youth Leader Training Conference through CT Yankee Council
January 6-8 and 13-15, 2012 at Deer Lake Reservation, Killingworth, CT
Who Should Attend? Any Scout currently serving as senior patrol leader, assistant senior patrol leader, troop guide, or patrol leader or has the potential to be a SPL. The Scout must be at least First Class Rank and must be recommended. The Scout must be at least age 13 by January 1, 2012, to attend the course.
Program Cost? $290.00; an Early Bird fee of $270.00 is also available.
What Else? All Scouts are required to have a complete, current medical form (within the last 12 months)
Course details: http://www.ctyankee.org/program/training/cycylt/boyleadership | Posted By: Mr. Gibney May 21, 2011
Parents of scouts: If you are interested in attending campouts or other scouting events, please complete the following online e-learning courses: Youth Protection Training and Fast Start: Boy Scouting. Each course takes about 20 minutes. YP is required to attend campouts but both are invaluable resources. You can access the courses by creating an account using the link below. Once completed, please print the certificate and provide to Mr. Cappiello. For those who took the courses in the past, be reminded YP must be renewed every two years.
Thank you to the volunteers for putting in the extra time and helping to make the program a success. Special kudos this month to Mac Dew for coordinating a GREAT canoe trip.
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