Photo caption: Silver Award Winners from Troop 3092 in the Half Hollow Hills Central School District: (l. to r.): Ziva Bartow, Nina Tommaso, Neela Ramachandran, Tammy Severino, Sarah Raje, Gabriella Ruocco, and Zoe Proussalis. Photo courtesy of Girl Scouts of Suffolk County
The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County hosted its annual Silver Award Ceremony & Breakfast on Saturday, March 28, at the Stonebridge Country Club in Smithtown, NY, honoring more than 190 Cadette-level Girl Scouts for actions that benefit their community or address a critical issue.
Each year, Girl Scouts in the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade in Suffolk County earn their Silver Award. Whether working in small teams or on their own, each Silver Award Girl Scout dedicates over 50 hours to create and implement sustainable change on issues they feel passionate about. These young leaders are changing their communities and the world around them while still in middle school.
“Girl Scouts who earn the Silver Award develop leadership skills like time management and problem solving, as they build meaningful relationships that support their future success,” said Tammy Severino, CEO of Girl Scouts of Suffolk County. “It’s all a part of the journey as Girl Scouts learn the skills they need to make a difference, today and tomorrow.”
Among the Girl Scouts recognized was Troop 3092 from the Half Hollow Hills Central School District, whose projects helped strengthen their community by encouraging people to unplug, engage their senses, and create meaningful connections through nature, creativity, and open conversation.
“We recognized the growing concern around media consumption and wanted to create a place to escape the virtual world,” said Sarah Raje, one of the Troop 3092 members.
“We as Girl Scouts and members of the community are extremely grateful for this opportunity, and we hope to continue to help the people around us and, in the world,” said Neela Ramachandran, another Troop 3092 member.
About Girl Scouts of Suffolk County
Girl Scouts of the USA was chartered by the US Congress on March 16, 1950. Girl Scouting builds courage, confidence, and character in girls who make the world a better place. Girl Scouts helps girls develop their full individual potential; relate to others with increasing understanding, skill, and respect; develop values to guide their actions and provide the foundation for sound decision making; and contribute to the improvement of society through their abilities, leadership skills, and cooperation with others. Follow Girl Scouts of Suffolk County on Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
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