Girl Scouts of Camarillo & Vicinity
MiCaSa Service Unit
About Girl Scouts of the USA
Girl Scouts of the USA is the world’s preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls—all girls—where, in an accepting and nurturing environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world. In partnership with committed adult volunteers, girls develop qualities that will serve them all their lives, like leadership, strong values, social conscience, and conviction about their own potential and self-worth.
Founded in 1912 by Juliette Gordon Low, Girl Scouts' membership has grown from 18 members in Savannah, Georgia, to 3.6 million members throughout the United States, including U.S. territories, and in more than 90 countries through USA Girl Scouts Overseas.
Program Goals
The Girl Scout program can change the way girls see the world and their place in it. Girls learn the importance of personal responsibility, the value of goal-setting, the spirit of teamwork, and the thrill of accomplishment. The Girl Scout program is based on the Girl Scout Promise and Law and four fundamental goals that encourage girls to:
- Develop to their full potential.
- Relate to others with increasing understanding, skill, and respect.
- Develop a meaningful set of values
to guide their actions and to provide for sound decision-making.
- Contribute to the improvement of society.
Girl Scouts are divided into four age groups
- Daisy Girl Scouts, grades K-1
- Brownie Girl Scouts, grades 2-3
- Junior Girl Scouts, grades 4-5
- Teen Girl Scouts (Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors) grades 6-12
An all-girl environment, with adults who serve as mentors and models
Every girl who registers as a Girl Scout can enjoy the many activities organized by her local Girl Scout council. Each Girl Scout council offers activities that meet the needs and interests of girls within their jurisdictions. Some program activities are shared by all Girl Scouts; others may only be available locally, require girls to apply, or be restricted by age.
No matter what age, girls learn the value and the fun of sharing experiences in an all-girl environment, with caring, trained adults to serve as mentors and models. All activities are designed with girls in mind to spark their interests, address their concerns, build their skills, and explore the world around them.
Would you like to join Girl Scouts? Visit our Join Girl Scouts page.
We are here to answer your questions. Email the Webmaster or call (805) 504-0065.
