 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Training |
| Every scout deserves a trained leader. If you're reading this, chances are you're volunteering some of your precious time to help deliver a quality scouting program to our sons. Thank you! Rest assured that no one expects you to "hit the ground running" - there's a wealth of training available to make your job as a leader easier and more fun, and to help you be the best leader possible. Some courses are instructor-led and held locally, at little or no cost. Our best source for these is the Old Portage District's web site Training page. While instructor-led courses are periodically (usually in March and October) offered by the District (or Council) and are preferred, BSA recognizes your busy schedule, and makes a large number of courses available online, all of which are free. In general, online training requires the creation of an account, if you don't already have one, at myscouting.org. Just click Create an Account, and choose an available user name and a password. Once logged in, on the left side of the page, under Training, click "E-Learning". From there you'll see a page with four tabs (Cub Scout, Boy/Varsity Scout, Venturing, and General). The courses you'll need (as well as others you're welcome to take) are typically on either the Cub Scout tab or the General tab. The link(s) below identify the training requirements for the various Pack positions, as well as additional recommended classes and other training resources. Official Pack Positions Cubmaster or Assistant Cubmaster Committee Chairman or Committee Member Tiger Den Leader Cub Scout Den Leader Webelos Den Leader Other Important Pack Positions (coming soon!) Treasurer Camping Coordinator Pack Trainer Medical Officer Advancements Officer Range Officer Roundtable Every District, including our own Old Portage District, holds monthly Roundtable meetings, where leaders from Cub Packs and Boy Scout Troops gather to share information, best practices, have fun, win prizes, and enjoy fellowship with other leaders. Our Roundtable meetings are held the second Thursday of every month at 7 PM at Montrose Zion United Methodist Church (565 North Cleveland Massillon Road), downstairs. If you're a Committee member or a Den Leader, please join us! The next meeting is Thursday, January 12. Wood Badge Wood Badge is an excellent week-long course recommended for all Scout leaders. A brief history is available, as well as a link to upcoming offerings. Additional Training Lots more training opportunities are available at the Boy Scouts of America Adult training site. |
|
|
 |