New Leader Hub
Welcome to Girl Scouts!
Thank you for becoming a Girl Scout Troop Leader! You’re about to start an amazing journey—building confidence, friendship, and leadership skills in girls while creating memories that last a lifetime.
This landing page is your onboarding hub! Here, you’ll find the essential steps, resources, and guidance to help you feel confident as you get your troop started. Your dedicated New Member Specialist will be in regular contact to walk you through each step, and experienced local volunteers are also here to share their knowledge and support—ensuring you’re never alone on the journey.
Step 1: Complete Safety
Screenings Before Meeting with Girls 
Step 2: Learn About the
Girl Scout Program
Step 3: Open a Troop Bank Account
Step 4: Host Your Family
Kick-Off Meeting and Set Your Troop Meeting Schedule
Step 5: Host Your Family
Kick-Off Meeting
New Leader Quick Links:
🟣 GSOC Calendar of Events: Stay up to date and explore upcoming council events and activities.
🟣 Volunteer Essentials: A full comprehensive guide for Girl Scouts—covering safety guidelines, policies, procedures, and best practices to help you run your troop with confidence .
🟣 Girl Scout Resources Platforms: A simple overview of the key platforms available to you as a volunteer.
Preview Your Year
Our easy-to-follow Troop Year Plans are available for troops of all ages! Check out the fun that awaits you and your troop.
SEE PLANSThe New Leader Handbook is intended to help you get started with your new Girl Scout troop! Below you’ll find a basic new leader checklist that walks you through how to start your Girl Scout troop. Consider this page your quick reference guide to the first steps for becoming a troop leader.
