sleroy 10 Posted September 21, 2003 Share Posted September 21, 2003 Two of my boys' teacher called me to let me know how proud she of them for befriending a new student in her class with disabilities. I'd like to recognize them during the pack meeting in some way, but need some ideas. She said they have been helping this child stay on task during class and playing with him during recess. Any suggestions would be great. Thanks Link to post Share on other sites
Laurie 10 Posted September 21, 2003 Share Posted September 21, 2003 That is wonderful to hear! I saw a "Good Turn" patch in the Scout Shop, and maybe this, along with a certificate praising the particular character connection put into practice would be something the boys would like. I just love your idea of recognizing them at a pack meeting. Link to post Share on other sites
Twocubdad 665 Posted September 22, 2003 Share Posted September 22, 2003 Define "recognize" for me. Laurie's idea of developing a character connection program around disability awareness and using your boys as an example is a good one. Maybe they can help present the program. But if you're looking for a capital-R Recognition, I don't know that there is one, nor am I sure that one would be appropriate. Yes, compasssion, friendliness, and helpfulness are the things we are trying to teach our Scouts and they need positive reinforcement for it. If you want to treat them to something special, I think that's great. But getting a special Scout Recognition for it somehow strikes me like getting paid for a Good Turn. I really, really, really (did I say really?) don't want to be a wet blanket here and I'm trying not to over-state my point, so please don't take offense. You should be very proud of your boys. Link to post Share on other sites
Fat Old Guy 11 Posted September 22, 2003 Share Posted September 22, 2003 How about just taking the boys aside, possibly with their parents, and tell them what the teacher told you and how proud you are of them. That might mean more than a patch or a certificate and save them from the embarassment of being held up as an example to their friends. Link to post Share on other sites
Scoutmaster Ron 12 Posted September 22, 2003 Share Posted September 22, 2003 The pack I was associated with called a "freegle award" it would be some small creature that always spotted "good deeds" throughtout the community you couldnt see the freegle but he would be in a box with some sound in it. As an award maybe a special neckerchief slide made of leather? Link to post Share on other sites
scoutmom 10 Posted September 23, 2003 Share Posted September 23, 2003 How about the "Good Egg Award"? You can use a plastic egg and mount it on a wooden plaque or string it on a lanyard. DOn't forget to write Good Egg on the egg. Link to post Share on other sites
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