Troop meeting This Thursday

Thursdays, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Ryan Hall

For safety reasons, cars are prohibited from dropping off/picking up Scouts in the circular driveway in front St. Rose. All drivers must enter/exit from the parking lot adjacent to the church.

Mandatory Life Scout Parent Meeting

All parents of current Life Scouts are required to attend the upcoming virtual Eagle Readiness Parent Meeting.

This meeting is a required step in the Eagle journey. We will cover expectations, timelines, common pitfalls, and the support / coaching structure for both Scouts and parents.

Registration is required so we can plan appropriately.
Please register using the link below to confirm your attendance. Dial in details will be sent separately.

Date: Wednesday, February 11
Time: 7:30 p.m.

If you have questions reach out directly to Mrs. Phillips.

Thank you for your partnership in supporting our Scouts on the path to Eagle.

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Troop 19 Elections RECAP!

Last meeting, a new SPL was elected. Candidates Suhaani Tiwari and Sara Abraham-Winkler both ran for the position. In a close call, Suhaani won the election! With her strong leadership skills and qualifications, she will be an amazing SPL! She did a great job last year staffing in August NYLT and loves to work with scouts in order for them to improve. With Suhaani as our SPL, she will enable our troop to finish the spring term strong.

January Camping Trip RECAP

The January campout was a unique and extraordinary trip led by Ivy, filled with fun surprises, skill building, and beautiful scenery. It was a captivating experience for everyone who joined.

We trekked along snow-lined trails for 7 miles, ambling past, enchanting frozen lakes and imposing mountains. Scouts brushed up on their map reading and fire building inside the cabin. After our delectable dinner, Lea fixed us up a Willy Wonka-style hot chocolate bar. A kingly array of sips and sweets! It was enjoyed in the radiant glow of a crackling fire. Fun and lively discussions were had, stories were told, friends were made.

Under Mr. Mckenna's tent setup tutelage, all scouts slept snug as a scout on a campout! Everyone was well-prepared, toasty, and spent a glorious night in the tents. According to one of the scouts, "This was definitely one of the top campouts in my book."

Mischa's Eagle Project

We are looking for scouts to volunteer to help out on Tuesday Jan 13th at 5:30pm to set up for Mischa’s panel discussion on women’s hygiene and self care at Millburn High School’s Library: 462 Millburn Ave, Millburn.

We will also be writing inspirational notes and words for women in need and packaging the donations of women’s care items into kits on Saturday January 18th from 9am - 12pm. Please wear Class B.

We are also looking for donations such as lotions, toothbrushes, toothpaste, face cream, etc. donation boxes are located at the Millburn Library, Millburn High School, and Millburn’s Town Hall (across from ShopRite).

Thank you!

Inquire

Date: Sun, Feb 22, 2026 (Date changed due to weather).

Time: 8am - 4pm

Location: South Mountain Reservation, Oakdale area, West Orange NJ (corner of Northfield Ave & Cherry Lane)

Scout Lead: Scout Elena

Adult Lead: Mrs. Colpaert & Mr. Katz

$25/Scout. Registration closes Jan 22.

Bring: Packed lunch, water bottle. FYI some stations offer hot chocolate and ramen.

Wear: Winter clothing (wool) with layers, snow boots, gloves w/ liners, snowsuit if desired. The event will be 100% outdoor

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Sperry Observatory Trip

When: April 24, 7:00pm

Where: Sperry Observatory

Scout Lead: Scout Saanvi

Adult Lead: Mr. Kumar

Agenda : Night Sky Viewing/Presentation + Additional Astronomy Merit Badge Opportunities to follow

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STEM Skills of the Month

Hi, my name is Teni. I am a junior in high school and a Life Scout working toward Eagle. Each month, this section will highlight a STEM skill and show how Scouts already use science, technology, engineering, and math in everyday Scouting activities.

This month’s focus is navigation using GPS and maps, enhanced by the STEM skill of data analysis and planning. Before a hike, Scouts can analyze trail length, elevation changes, and terrain type to choose the safest and most efficient route. Using math, Scouts estimate hiking time and rest stops, while science helps them understand how weather and elevation affect energy and speed. Technology allows Scouts to compare GPS data with paper maps, and engineering thinking helps them create a navigation plan that includes checkpoints and backup routes.

Fun Fact: GPS works by measuring how long it takes signals from satellites to reach your device, and even a tiny timing error could put your location off by miles.

By applying this STEM skill, Scouts improve accuracy, reduce the risk of getting lost, and make better decisions in the outdoors. This shows how STEM doesn’t replace Scouting skills, but strengthens them.

Summer camp provides each Scout an excellent opportunity for rank advancement, continual development of leadership skills and outdoor scouting skills, and most importantly, the opportunity to make memories that will last a lifetime.

Date: Sunday, July 19 - Saturday, July 25, 2026

Location: Rockville, Rhode Island

Cost: $800 per Scout, which includes all meals, patches, hat, and Class B t-shirt. Payment is due Feb 20.

Late fee: additional $100 if payment is made Feb 21 - May 31

Discounts: None offered this year.

Bus: $200 roundtrip, from St. Rose to Yawgoog. Bus seats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, upon final payment.

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Scout advancements and merit badges

Scouts, please review your online scoutbook and send any missing advancement or merit badges to Kelsey, Olivia, and Anna.

National Youth Leadership Training

Troop 19 scouts proudly represents the troop at the Patriots Path National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) program.

Contact Scoutmaster McKenna for more information.

Board of Review (BoR) Sign Up

Scout Master Conference

Scout BoR Registration

Adult Volunteer Registration

Scout medical forms

Please turn in your child’s medical forms this Thursday at the meeting (or at the earliest convenience). Your scout will need to turn in these forms to be able to participate in scout activities. For privacy reasons we only accept a hardcopy of the BSA forms, parts A&B, filled out, signed and dated accordingly. Health forms can be access HERE