KANAWAHALA PROGRAM CENTER EARNS ACA-ACCREDITED CAMP STATUS

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Birmingham, AL - The American Camp Association® (ACA) announced today that Kanawahala Program Center (KPC) has received ACA-Accredited® Camp status. "ACA Accreditation means that KPC submitted to a thorough (up to 300 standards) review of its operation by the American Camp Association (ACA) — from staff qualifications and training to emergency management — and complied with the highest standards in the industry," said Cindy Moore, National Standards Commission. "Parents expect their children to attend accredited schools. They also deserve a camp experience that is reviewed and accredited by an expert, independent organization," Moore said. "KPC and ACA form a partnership that promotes summers of growth and fun in an environment committed to safety," said Carolyn Mack, Vice President of Property and Outdoor Programs for the Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama. "ACA accreditation demonstrates our commitment to quality camp programm…… Read More

PRESIDENT SIGNS GIRL SCOUT COMMEMORATIVE COIN ACT

President Obama has signed the Girl Scouts of the USA Commemorative Coin Act authorizing the minting of 350,000 silver dollar coins in honor of Girl Scouts and the achievements of the 50 million women across the nation whose lives have been influenced by Girl Scouting. “The Commemorative Coin is a wonderful honor for the Girl Scouts,” said Trish Coghlan, Chief Executive Officer of Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama (GSNCA). “Congress only allows the minting of two coins a year and this is a great way to recognize the impact the Girl Scout Movement has on million of girls and women. …… Read More

Michelle Obama Becomes National Honorary President of Girl Scouts of the USA

NEW YORK, NY—Girl Scouts of the USA is pleased to announce that First Lady Michelle Obama has agreed to serve as its Honorary National President. “It is my great pleasure to serve as Honorary National President of Girl Scouts,” said Mrs. Obama. “With their innovative new programming, ground-breaking research, and emphasis on service and leadership, Girl Scouts is preparing the women of tomorrow to be a positive force for change – in their own lives, their communities, and across th…… Read More

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Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama Social Media Releases

Wachovia Wells Fargo Recognizes Value of Girl Scouts
Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation Supports Girls in Science & Technology… Read More
GSNCA Elects New Board Members
New Board Members Elected to Serve GSNCA… Read More
Girl Scouts Open 2009-2010 Registration
Girl Scouts Open 2009-2010 Registration… Read More
GIRL SCOUTS WELCOME NEW CEO
New Leadership Coming to the Girl Scouts… Read More
Girl Scouts Honor 2009 West Alabama Women of Distinction
GSNCA recognized four women at their 3rd Annual West Alabama Women of Distinction Luncheon… Read More
GSNCA & Blue Cross Blue Shield honor 11 Central-Alabama Gold Awardees
GSNCA & Blue Cross Blue Shield honor 11 Central-Alabama Gold Awardees… Read More
GSNCA Opens 2009 Summer Camp Registration
Girl Scout camp available to members, non-members, boys and girls!… Read More
Girl Scouts Honor 2009 Women of Distinction
Blue Cross Blue Shield helps honor 11 Birmingham Women… Read More
Girl Scouts Send Cookies To Troops Overseas!
Give Our Deployed Troops a Little Taste of Home!… Read More
2009 GIRL SCOUT COOKIE SALE BEGINS JANUARY 9
The premier financial literacy program for girls introduces a new cookie this year.… Read More
Call for Nominations for 2009 Women of Distinction
Celebrate Extraordinary Women by Nominating for Women of Distinction… Read More
Girls learn about the International Space Station and other STEM activities
Two-Day Science Activites Have Girls Buzzing With Excitement… Read More
Girl Scouts Say Out With The Old, In With The New
Nearly 100-year-old Organization Looks to Update Image… Read More
Alabama Girls Embody Changing Views of Leadership
Nationwide Survey Finds That Girls Want to Change the World… Read More
Wachovia Commits to Girls in Science & Technology
Financial Giant Recognizes Need for Science & Technology Education… Read More
Girl Scouts Hold Open Registration
There's still time to register for Girl Scouts for the 2008-2009 program year!… Read More

About Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama

Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama is a United Way community partner and serves more than 13,000 girls and an additional 5,000 girls in special programs across 36 counties, ages 5-17, who are developing crucial life skills that help them grow courageous and strong so they can make wise choices in today’s world and beyond. For more information, call 800-734-4541 or log on to www.girlscoutsnca.org.