Girl Scouts of Maine announced recently that six Girl Scouts have earned Gold Awards for projects completed this year, reflecting the leadership and citizenship skills that set each girl apart. These accomplishments were recognized at the Girl Scouts of Maine council’s annual meeting and awards ceremony on april 18 at the Augusta Civic Center.
Earning Girl Scouts of Maine Gold Awards were Lauren Bartholomew of Dayton, Grace Conant of Westbrook, Sabrina Flanders of Yarmouth, Elizabeth Kane of Gorham, Mimi Lyon-Edmondson of North Yarmouth and Meagan Rowell of Holden.
The Gold Award represents the highest achievement in Girl Scouting and recognizes girls in grades nine through 12 who demonstrate extraordinary leadership through sustainable and measurable Take Action projects.
The projects ranged from designing educational programs for local children, to ensuring the comfort and care of animals at a local animal shelter, to improving the awareness of the importance of protecting the environment.
“By earning these awards, these young women exemplify leadership in all its forms,” said Joanne Crepeau, chief executive officer of Girl Scouts of Maine. “Each girl saw a need in her community and took action. Their extraordinary commitment is making the world a better place.”