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Americanism

Purpose:  To promote patriotism and responsible citizenship.   National POA

Department

Chairman:  

Josephine Yash
Eastern Vice Central Vice      Western Vice
Geraldine Cannon Ann McGrath Sharon Evans

American Essay Contest

Theme for 2011 is: “How Can I Encourage my Friends to Show Pride in Being an American?”

For more information for the Units and Council rules, click here.

For information to take to the schools, click here.


The objectives for the Americanism Program:

  1. Being active in observing patriotic holidays.
  2. Be knowledgeable on flag history, flag code, etiquette and proper disposal.
  3. Participate in the Pocket Flag project by providing flags for deploying troops.
  4. Support the amendment to protect the United States flag from desecration.
  5. Promote awareness of the American Youth Conference (for more info, see AYC)
  6. Promote awareness of Girl Scout Achievement Award (for more info, see Girl Scout)

“Get Out the Vote” – will be stressed.  Whether we like all or any of the candidates, each citizen must remember the importance of their vote.  Each and every vote counts towards the results. Approximately 50% of the United State population (18 & older), are registered to vote.  Out of that number only 50% take part in the election process. That means 25% of the population is controlling the votes and the outcome in our states and nation’s legislation.


For more Americanism Programs and Activities, click here.