In today’s fast-paced world, mental health has become a serious concern, especially for young girls navigating the challenges of adolescence. Amid these challenges, Girl Scouts stands out as the premier girl organization to address these important issues. Through their unwavering dedication to fostering leadership, personal development, and enduring friendships, Girl Scouts provides invaluable support to young girls everywhere.
The Impact of Gold Award Recipient Rachel Kee
How Girl Scouts Are Transforming Mental Health Support for Young Girls
By StoryStudio on JUne 24, 2024
Making a Difference Throughout the Community
Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) encompasses 26 counties in the Southeast Texas region and serves over 50,000 members, making them one of the largest Girl Scout councils in the entire country. With over 100 years of history supporting girls of this region, GSSJC recognizes that the needs of girls are ever-evolving and has adapted their programming to support these modern challenges, including mental health and wellness.
Girl Scouts play a crucial role in supporting girls' mental health through a variety of programs and activities designed to boost self-esteem, resilience, and emotional well-being. By fostering a sense of belonging and community, Girl Scouts creates a safe and supportive environment where girls can express themselves, share their experiences, and build meaningful relationships.
As a way to boost mental health education and support, 3 brand new Girl Scout patch programs were kicked off this year to address specific mental health needs at different age groups. These Mental Health Patch Programs aim to help girls understand their emotions and how to cope with stress, help them find their voices to speak up, and also support their fellow Girl Scouts and peers. These programs have equipped girls with the skills they need to tackle stress and challenges in their daily lives.
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With a membership of over 38,000 girls and 17,000 adults, GSSJC fosters a community of peers and role models who are making a significant impact. Led by inspiring girls like Rachel Kee and her fellow Girl Scouts, they are collectively working to make the world a better place.
To discover additional information about the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council, visit www.gssjc.org to learn more about how to get involved.
These learned skills have not only helped Girl Scouts in their personal journeys but have also inspired many to take the lead and make an impact in their communities. The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest award that a Girl Scout can earn, where she identifies a problem within her community and works to make a lasting change. Girls can choose any topic that they are passionate about, and since the youth mental health crisis since the pandemic, many of these incredible girls have decided to address this important issue within their schools and communities.
In addition to these unique patch programs, every parent knows that excessive screen time can hinder the development of young minds and prevent them from forming strong social connections. Girl Scouts is committed to getting girls outdoors, encouraging them to unplug from screens and participate in team-building activities. This connection with nature fosters a sense of peace and well-being, while physical activity and exploration promote mental clarity and emotional resilience.
These learned skills have not only helped Girl Scouts in their personal journeys but have also inspired many to take the lead and make an impact in their communities.
Rachel Kee, a recent Ridge Point High School graduate and prominent Girl Scout for 13 years, stands out as an inspiration for how she recently organized a Mental Health Awareness Week. Her efforts made her one of only 129 exemplary girls in Girl Scouts of San Jacinto to earn this year’s prestigious Gold Award.
“I have had personal mental health struggles throughout high school, and I know many other kids who experience similar mental health struggles,” Kee says. “As I dealt with my own issues, I realized that many others did not have similar resources or support from family and their community.”
"Getting people together, gathering resources, and
actually putting the project into action…
overall, it was very rewarding to know that I made a difference in my school and my community."
A More Promising Future
Thanks to help from the team of 15 volunteers she recruited, Kee’s Girl Scout Gold Award project focused on different aspects of mental health, such as engaging in hobbies, practicing meditation, staying active, and being given vital contact information for local mental health providers and counselors.
“Assembling an A-team was a lot of work,” Kee comments. “Getting people together, gathering resources, and actually putting the project into action…overall, it was very rewarding to know that I made a difference in my school and my community.”
Kee’s initiative didn’t stop at her school either – she presented her framework, goals, and the positive outcomes of her Mental Health Awareness Week to the school district superintendent, members of the Board of Trustees, and even Representative Troy Nehls of the 22nd District. These key community leaders are receptive to continuing the program’s implementation across the state, successfully extending it to 11 other high schools in the region.
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With a membership of over 38,000 girls and 17,000 adults, GSSJC fosters a community of peers and role models who are making a significant impact. Led by inspiring girls like Rachel Kee and her fellow Girl Scouts, they are collectively working to make the world a better place.
To discover additional information about the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council, visit www.gssjc.org to learn more about how to get involved.
The Impact of Gold Award Recipient Rachel Kee
Making a Difference Throughout the Community
In today’s fast-paced world, mental health has become a serious concern, especially for young girls navigating the challenges of adolescence. Amid these challenges, Girl Scouts stands out as the premier girl organization to address these important issues. Through their unwavering dedication to fostering leadership, personal development, and enduring friendships, Girl Scouts provides invaluable support to young girls everywhere.
Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) encompasses 26 counties in the Southeast Texas region and serves over 50,000 members, making them one of the largest Girl Scout councils in the entire country. With over 100 years of history supporting girls of this region, GSSJC recognizes that the needs of girls are ever-evolving and has adapted their programming to support these modern challenges, including mental health and wellness.
Girl Scouts play a crucial role in supporting girls' mental health through a variety of programs and activities designed to boost self-esteem, resilience, and emotional well-being. By fostering a sense of belonging and community, Girl Scouts creates a safe and supportive environment where girls can express themselves, share their experiences, and build meaningful relationships.
As a way to boost mental health education and support, 3 brand new Girl Scout patch programs were kicked off this year to address specific mental health needs at different age groups. These Mental Health Patch Programs aim to help girls understand their emotions and how to cope with stress, help them find their voices to speak up, and also support their fellow Girl Scouts and peers. These programs have equipped girls with the skills they need to tackle stress and challenges in their daily lives.
In addition to these unique patch programs, every parent knows that excessive screen time can hinder the development of young minds and prevent them from forming strong social connections. Girl Scouts is committed to getting girls outdoors, encouraging them to unplug from screens and participate in team-building activities. This connection with nature fosters a sense of peace and well-being, while physical activity and exploration promote mental clarity and emotional resilience.
These learned skills have not only helped Girl Scouts in their personal journeys but have also inspired many to take the lead and make an impact in their communities. The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest award that a Girl Scout can earn, where she identifies a problem within her community and works to make a lasting change. Girls can choose any topic that they are passionate about, and since the youth mental health crisis since the pandemic, many of these incredible girls have decided to address this important issue within their schools and communities.
Rachel Kee, a recent Ridge Point High School graduate and prominent Girl Scout for 13 years, stands out as an inspiration for how she recently organized a Mental Health Awareness Week. Her efforts made her one of only 129 exemplary girls in Girl Scouts of San Jacinto to earn this year’s prestigious Gold Award.
“I have had personal mental health struggles throughout high school, and I know many other kids who experience similar mental health struggles,” Kee says. “As I dealt with my own issues, I realized that many others did not have similar resources or support from family and their community.”
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These learned skills have not only helped Girl Scouts in their personal journeys but have also inspired many to take the lead and make an impact in their communities.
SPONSORED BY Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council