When Paige B. first joined Troop 424 as an 11-year-old in the 6th grade, she was entering a world that was about to change. Navigating her Scouting path through the "pre-COVID" and "post-COVID" eras, Paige transformed from a young newcomer into a confident leader who understands that growth isn't about being perfect—it’s about showing [...]
Katelyn with members of her family with the shed she built for her Eagle Scout project. Katelyn’s story began in the 5th grade. Looking back, she remembers a version of herself that was incredibly shy. Her first step into the world of merit badges was Fingerprinting, earned during only her second meeting. [...]
When Megan G. first stepped into a Troop 355 Newton meeting in the 10th grade, she was one of only three girls in the room. Nervous and admittedly timid, she was following in her brother’s footsteps but uncertain of her own. Today, Megan stands as an Eagle Scout and a robotics engineering student at [...]
The slide presentation from our March Roundtable is posted at the link below. Our apologies for the technical issues (sound, breakout slide delay) during this session. We will work to resolve these issues for April. In addition, slides intended for the breakout sessions (service projects) are posted, as is an information sheet on the International [...]
Celia’s Scouting journey began on the brink of history. Her first meeting was March 5, 2020, just days before the world shifted to virtual life. While others might have faltered, Celia grew with the program, transitioning from "tagging along" with her brother’s Cub Scout Pack to carving out her own legacy as one of the [...]
A Conversation with Molly F., Troop 1792 Duxbury For Molly F., the path to Eagle hasn't been a straight line—it’s been a rollercoaster. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we sat down with Molly to discuss how Scouting transformed her from an energetic recruit into a mature leader, Chaplain’s Aide, and a community-minded innovator. [...]
Dear Volunteers, Thank you to everyone who joined us this past Tuesday for our first Key-6 Council Road Show in Norwood. Your time, engagement, and thoughtful input are truly appreciated. The feedback we received was valuable, and we are grateful for your willingness to share what is working well and where we can [...]
Thanks to all who participated in our February Roundtable. Slides from the session are posted below. Also, please find the Weather related safety and when to cancel an event information sheets, a recap of the comments on converting Scouts BSA troops to family troops along with the intent to convert form, and the presentation on [...]
From the Desk of Rich Carlson, Council Commissioner Any good team needs a good coach to help provide the pathway to a successful season. Look no further than Coach Vrabel of our Super Bowl-bound New England Patriots. Many experts agree that his leadership and relationship-building have been the reason for his team’s extraordinary turnaround [...]
Slides from our January Roundtable session are posted below. Please note the Wood Badge Online information session, Tue. Jan. 20 at 7:30 PM - see the separate Wood Badge Information sheet for more information. Also posted please find the January safety moment on risk assessment, a Cub RT AOL to Scouts BSA transition information sheet, [...]
