December 2022 - Lone Star District Commissioners

by Thomas Kisner

January 5th Meeting will be in person (but hybrid) to coincide with the District Committee Meeting and the Annual District Business Meeting. It will be held at: Azle First Assembly of God ( 1020 Southeast Parkway, Azle TX 76020<https://www.bing.com/maps?q=1020+Southeast+Parkway%2C+Azle+TX+76020&cvid=dd…> ) The Annual District Business meeting will begin at 6:30PM, followed by District Committee Meeting and Commissioner Meeting. Thomas Kisner is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Monthly Commissioner Sync-up Thomas Kisner is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Lone Star Commissioners Meeting Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime Join Zoom Meeting https://bnsf.zoom.us/j/83590242167?pwd=TCthbUlLVFRvQmZOVWlReEpBWmUwZz09 Meeting ID: 835 9024 2167 Passcode: 552547 One tap mobile +13462487799,,83590242167# US (Houston) +16699009128,,83590242167# US (San Jose)

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Fwd: Your December 2022 Commissioner Newsletter

by Kisner, Thomas W

News for Commissioners View Online<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> [http://res.email.scouting.org/res/boyscoutsofamerica_mkt_prod1/aa1df51757ee…]<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> National Commissioner and the National Commissioner Service Team present the: [http://res.email.scouting.org/res/boyscoutsofamerica_mkt_prod1/a1a19061af82…] December 2022 Commissioner Newsletter To: All Registered Commissioners Unit Service is about: >Being the heart >Building relationships >Changing lives Scouting's top priorities are: >Keeping youth safe >Growing Scouting >Building strong financial foundations for local councils SUPPORTING UNITS: * Preparing Packs for Great Pinewood Derbies An all-new Pinewood Derby promotional kit is now available to help Packs build interest in their Pinewood Derbies. It provides practical information on supporting a traditional centerpiece of the program that attracts and retains both youth and adult volunteers to Cub Scouting. Check it out: 2023 Pinewood Derby Campaign Kit<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> * Planning the Heart of Scouts BSA Troops Program is Scouting’s Heart. It’s what attracts and retains both the youth we serve and the adult volunteers needed to serve them. A program planning conference enables a Scouts BSA troop’s patrol leaders’ council to brainstorm possibilities for a calendar full of exciting troop outings. Check it out: Program Planning Conference<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> * New BSA Merit Badge Hub Provides Enhanced Experience, More Information The new BSA Merit Badge Hub offers a host of improved features. Site navigation now focuses on an A-Z Merit Badge Listing, a specialized Eagle-required merit badge grouping, integrations with Scout Shop merit badge pamphlets, and links to content from Scout Life magazine and On Scouting. Check it out: Merit Badge Hub<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> * NESA Scholarship Application Window Is Now Open Sharing the news about the National Eagle Scout Association scholarships helps highlight this popular benefit of Scouting. On December 1, NESA began accepting applications for its annual scholarships. Check it out: National Eagle Scout Association Scholarships<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> GROWING SCOUTING: * The Importance of Commissioners Commissioners help grow Scouting; their job is to help ensure that every member of the BSA has a great Scouting experience, and that attracts and retains both the youth we serve and the adult leaders needed to serve them. Commissioners have IMPACT! Check it out: The Importance of Commissioners<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> * Celebrate Success! Scouting grew in 2022, exceeding its goal for total youth membership by year end and retaining youth members at a rate not seen in years! Commissioners contributed to those results by helping units create a welcoming environment, ensure strong unit leadership, deliver a program that attracts and retains youth and adult volunteers, and keeps their members safe. They can help ensure continued growth in 2023 by encouraging unit leaders to plan for the success of new Scouts by ensuring they continue their trail, and they can also plan for recruiting more new members. Check it out: Recruitment Resources<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> COMMUNICATING INFORMATION: * Updated, Simplified Commissioner Position Descriptions Available We’re more successful in seeking and inviting volunteers to serve as commissioners when we can simply and clearly explain what success looks like. Our new position descriptions for district commissioners, their assistants, and unit commissioners are designed to do just that. Check it out: Commissioner Recruiting Resources<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> [Scroll down to "Job Descriptions"] * New Council Membership Tools All commissioners now have access to a new resource for membership data in my.scouting. The "Membership Reports" include a wealth of data about membership, units, new registrations, diversity, and a whole host of other indicators for units, districts, councils, and territories. The "Objectives Progress Report" tracks growth in the number of youth and units. Each of these reports provides valuable information as we collectively work on Growing Scouting. A User Guide is available to help learn how to navigate this new resource. Check them out: -Membership Tools<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> [Log in and select "Council Membership Tools from menu] -Council Membership Tools Reports User Guide<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> * Incident Reporting in the BSA: How it Works, and Why It Matters Even when the Four Points of SAFE are used consistently, incidents can occur. That’s when the BSA’s incident reporting process comes into play and helps ensure the future safety of our members. Check them out: -Four Points of SAFE<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> -Incident Reporting in the BSA<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> WE CHANGE LIVES: * Scout Saves Friend<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> * Scouting Is Good For You<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> © 2022 Boy Scouts of America. All rights reserved. Boy Scouts of America, 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane, Irving, TX 75038 This email was sent to thomas.kisner(a)bnsf.com Unsubscribe<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> | Update Preferences<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> | Privacy<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…> | Contact Us<https://imsva91-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3a%…>

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Council Commissioner Meeting

by Thomas Kisner

Commissioners- Attached are the slides from the Council Commissioner Meeting. Thank you so much for all of the contacts and work this year. We only lack two units without detailed assessments in 2022: Troop 12 Pack 151 If you have contracts to enter into my.scouting.org , please get them entered in. Please encourage your units to return JTE forms and forward them to me, but most importantly get recharters in before December 31st so that they do not lose insurance and access to the advancement system. YIS, Tom Kisner Lone Star District Commissioner

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Fw: Charter Renewal | CPA | Issues Report_12-15-22

by Thomas Kisner

FYI ________________________________ From: jhearrell(a)nase.org <jhearrell(a)nase.org> Sent: Thursday, December 15, 2022 8:50 AM Subject: Charter Renewal | CPA | Issues Report_12-15-22 Dear District Commissioners and District Executives, Please review the attached document before tonight’s Cabinet meeting. * All Charter Partner Agreements are due by 12-31-22. Email them to Stacy Cummings. (fillable CPA attached) * If you have units that have not started charter renewal, please call them ASAP. Those units might be dropping, and they need your help. * Reach out to units who have initiated charter but have not modified their charter since November. * Resolve all issues as they appear on the attached report. The issues report continues to grow as Stacy Cummings posts charters. * Top issues include 1)Need Charter Agreement 2) Adults need YPT in 2023 3) Waiting for COR approval. * If you do not have access to the issues report, please reach out to Stacy Cummings. * Recharter closes on Saturday, December 31, 2022. * Longhorn Council will be closed December 23-26, 2022, and January 2nd. The Christmas holiday is approaching quickly, and December 31st is sixteen days away. Call, email, or text me if you need support. 817.995.7715 | jhearrell(a)nase.org<mailto:jhearrell@nase.org> John K. Hearrell ADC Recharter, Orion District ACC Recharter, LHC VP Marketing, LHC NST 8 Marketing Lead Wood Badge TG S2-662-21-4 817.995.7715 Jhearrell(a)nase.org<mailto:Jhearrell@nase.org>

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Lone Star District Meeting

by Thomas Kisner

January 5th Meeting will be in person (but hybrid) to coincide with the District Committee Meeting and the Annual District Business Meeting. It will be held at: Azle First Assembly of God ( 1020 Southeast Parkway, Azle TX 76020<https://www.bing.com/maps?q=1020+Southeast+Parkway%2C+Azle+TX+76020&cvid=dd…> ) The Annual District Business meeting will begin at 6:30PM, followed by District Committee Meeting and Commissioner Meeting. Thomas Kisner is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Monthly Commissioner Sync-up Thomas Kisner is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Lone Star Commissioners Meeting Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime Join Zoom Meeting https://bnsf.zoom.us/j/83590242167?pwd=TCthbUlLVFRvQmZOVWlReEpBWmUwZz09 Meeting ID: 835 9024 2167 Passcode: 552547 One tap mobile +13462487799,,83590242167# US (Houston) +16699009128,,83590242167# US (San Jose)

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January Meeting - In Person

by Thomas Kisner

January 5th Meeting will be in person (but hybrid) to coincide with the District Committee Meeting and the Annual District Business Meeting. It will be held at: Azle First Assembly of God ( 1020 Southeast Parkway, Azle TX 76020<https://www.bing.com/maps?q=1020+Southeast+Parkway%2C+Azle+TX+76020&cvid=dd…> ) The Annual District Business meeting will begin at 6:30PM, followed by District Committee Meeting and Commissioner Meeting. I will send out a calendar invitation. YIS, Tom

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Commissioner Award Changes

by Thomas Kisner

From Commissioners of the Boy Scouts of America: While being a commissioner yields no better reward than to watch the program work, preparing our youth to become good young adults, we also have an important awards program to help train, motivate, and retain our commissioners. We have some changes to our commissioner awards: The awards were updated to reflect the idea that commissioners should work collaboratively with unit leaders to deliver a high quality program that attracts and retains youth and leaders. The culture statement Be the Heart • Build Relationships • Change Lives is integrated into the requirements, recognizing that relationship building is fundamental to unit success. Commissioner Arrowhead – integrated assistant positions into the same pdf (DC/ADC, CC/ACC, etc.) since the requirements and expectations were similar. Once the award is earned at any level, it can continue to be worn on the commissioner’s uniform. Commissioner’s Key – has been simplified to 1 form regardless of position. Commissioner Award of Excellence – this is the most significant change. This award is accessible to more commissioners, encourages an ongoing relationship with the units, requires developing a Unit Service Plan with the unit and relies on commissioner’s efforts with the unit rather than JTE scores. https://www.scouting.org/commissioners/recognition/ YIS, Tom

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Fw: Reminder NST 8 Commissioner Conference

by Thomas Kisner

One of the topics tonight's Commissioner meeting: ________________________________ From: David Fornadel <dfornadel(a)gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2022 2:16 PM Subject: Reminder NST 8 Commissioner Conference All commissioners are invited to participate in the NST 8 Virtual Commissioners Conference. When: Dec 3, 2022 09:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada) Topics will include: Building stronger relationships with the district committee Recruiting commissioners Building better Charter Partner relationships Technology tools for commissioners There will also be a special presentation By Ken Gordon, the Growing Scouting Chair for the National Commissioner Service Team, on how commissioners participate in growing scouting. Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlde6rrDkqG9XCKKz-Ag3ptcONXD4RrR… After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Bob Spinks NST 8 Commissioner

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Monthly Lone Star Commissioners' Meeting

by Thomas Kisner

Thomas Kisner is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Monthly Commissioner Sync-up Thomas Kisner is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Lone Star Commissioners Meeting Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime Join Zoom Meeting https://bnsf.zoom.us/j/83590242167?pwd=TCthbUlLVFRvQmZOVWlReEpBWmUwZz09 Meeting ID: 835 9024 2167 Passcode: 552547 One tap mobile +13462487799,,83590242167# US (Houston) +16699009128,,83590242167# US (San Jose)

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Commissioner's Meeting tomorrow 12/1 8PM

by Thomas Kisner

Reminder tomorrow is the monthly Lone Star Commissioner's meeting at 8PM following the District Committee meeting. Link for the meeting: Thomas Kisner is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Lone Star Commissioners Meeting Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime Join Zoom Meeting https://bnsf.zoom.us/j/83590242167?pwd=TCthbUlLVFRvQmZOVWlReEpBWmUwZz09 Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting<https://bnsf.zoom.us/j/83590242167?pwd=TCthbUlLVFRvQmZOVWlReEpBWmUwZz09> Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, conference, huddle, and training rooms, as well as executive offices and classrooms. Founded in 2011, Zoom helps businesses and organizations bring their teams together in a frictionless environment to get more done. Zoom is a publicly traded company headquartered in San Jose, CA. bnsf.zoom.us Meeting ID: 835 9024 2167 Passcode: 552547 One tap mobile +13462487799,,83590242167# US (Houston) +16699009128,,83590242167# US (San Jose)

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Lone Star District Commissioners December 2022