We have changed our programs to reflect the results of a thorough program review and assessment that clearly identifies those elements that are appealing, exciting and culturally relevant to today’s youth and families.
The BSA’s programs match what today’s youth both want and need.
Dynamic and Relevant Program
Program Development
Development •Charge: Apply the Desired Outcomes to develop an engaging program for boys that is easy for adults to implement
Cub Adventure Development Team (developers/authors)•Experienced CS leaders recruited nationally to develop new program materials
Cub Adventure Team Tasks•Design a simplified advancement system – adventures•Draft adventure requirements from desired outcomes•Turn-key experience for leaders
New Program Model
Rank Advancement Thru Adventures• For each rank, complete seven adventures, (five den based,
one a family-based “Duty to God” adventure, and one and elective adventure of choice) to earn rank badge
• Adventures = interdisciplinary, theme-based experiences, 3 den meetings
• Immediate recognition after each adventure
• Elective adventures available; same recognition approach
How does rank structure differ?
Rank # Defined Adventures
# Elective Adventure(s) of
Choice
Adventure Recognition Device
Tiger 6 1 Adventure Belt Loops
Wolf 6 1 Adventure Belt Loops
Bear 6 1 Adventure Belt Loops
Webelos 5 2 Adventure Pins
Arrow of Light 4 3 Adventure Pins
Program Development
Recognition Devices: •Adventure belt loop for Tiger, Wolf, and Bear
•Adventure Pins for Webelos and Arrow of Light
Cub Scout Change Summary
NOT Changing•Family focus•Ranks•Bobcat still first rank earned (updated)•Ages•Den/pack meeting structures•Outdoor program•Delivery model•Fun – even more than before
CHANGING•Oath & Law
•Tiger Cub becomes Tiger with new image
•Arrow of Light will no longer require earning Webelos
•Activities – more active, more aligned with Aims/Mission
•Advancement – simplified
•Academics & Sports program discontinued (5/15)
•Current immediate/elective recognition devices replaced
•One Den Leader Guide per rank
Cub Scout Changes: Big Picture
• To develop a boy’s character,
• Train him in good citizenship,
• And encourage him to become more fit—physically, mentally, and morally
AIMS REMAIN
Cub Scout Changes: Big Picture
1. Living the Ideals – Movement to Scout Oath and Law
2. Belonging to a Den
3. Using Advancement – Revisions to Current System
4. Involving Family and Home
5. Participating in Activities
6. Serving Home and Neighborhood
7. Wearing the Uniform
8. Making Character Connections – Scout Law
METHODS REMAIN
04/19/23
• Continue doing the fantastic job you are doing now with the current program!
• Review current information on the program updates page
• Review new adventures and their requirements
• Continue to check the program updates page frequently
National Council•http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/programupdates.aspx
•Scouting Magazine articles (proposed)
Webcasts On Saturday, January 17th http://www.livestream.com/bsanationalcouncil
Cubmasters @ 9:00 am and 4:00 pm
Den Leaders @ 10:30 am and 5:30 pm
National Annual Meeting May 2015 – Atlanta
Philmont National Training Center Conferences 2015 Week 3 June 21-27 Week 6 July 12-18 Week 8 July 26-August 1 Week 9 August 2-8
Where for more information:
ROUNDTABLE
January – Program Support for Den Leaders
February – Advancement
March – Program Planning
April – New Pack Meeting Plans
May – Aquatic Adventures
June – Campfire Programs
July – Resources for Packs and Den Leaders
04/19/23
Training Support
National, Region, Area, and Council Training Support
Overview Presentations
• Cub Adventure Guides
• Working with area and region program impact chairs
• Roundtables
• Pow Wows
• Universities of Scouting
• Updates to Position-specific training – Q1/Q2 2015
• Webinars proposed for Spring 2015
• National Camping Schools have updated syllabus
Cub Scout Program Transition
Arrow of Light Candidate Options 2015/2016 school year:
– Convert to new program June 1, 2015
OR
– Continue using current program for AOL rank award for this one year of transitioning 6/1/2015 to 6/1/2016.
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Cub Scout Program Transition
• LDS transition plan available online at program updates.• Boy’s birthdates used for ranks vs. school year
• Review what has been completed, count it and move into adventures
• If nearing completion of rank in current program, encourage them to finish
• Do what is best for the boy
• All Transition Details: See 2015 Cub Scout Transition Guidelines on www.scouting.org/programupdates
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Today’s StatusMaterials
• Handbooks• Publishing company currently finalizing edits• 2 handbooks Spanish translation• Final Manuscript read in October 2014• On schedule for printing and release May 2015.
• Den Leader Guides• Publishing company currently editing