Troop 500 Adult Leaders
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Scoutmaster:
Col Mark Rayfield
The Scoutmaster is responsible for helping the Scouts create and run their Troop activities. He trains youth leaders to run the troop
by providing direction, coaching, and support. He coordinates with the Senior Patrol Leader to determine the themes of Troop meetings, and ensures
communications flow throughout the Troop. He coordinates with the Council, assures adult leadership roles are filled and carried out by trained
volunteers, and ensures all adult leaders are up to date in training and Youth Protection. He attends monthly Council meetings and provides
input to the monthly Troop Committee meeting. Above all, he ensures Scouts are safe and equipped with what they need to suceeed.
Asstistant Scoutmasters:
Jose Balboa; Steven Cennamo
Braedon Dehaven; Kris Loveless
Jim O'Halligan
Assistant Scoutmasters, lile the Scoutmaster, are also responsible for the safe and educational execution of all Troop activities and events.
They fill roles as assigned by the Scoutmaster and step in to lead the Troop in his abscence. Above all, as with all adult leaders, they ensure Scouts
are safe and equipped with what they need to suceeed.
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Scoutmaster Responsibilities
Gets the training required for the position and stays current in Youth Protection Training.
Trains and guides youth leaders.
Works with other responsible adults to bring Scouting to the youth.
Uses the methods of Scouting to achieve the aims of Scouting.
Can be male or female, but must be at least 21 years of age.
Is appointed by the head of the chartered organization.
Qualifications
At least 21 years old
Subscribe to the precepts of the Declaration of Religious Principle.
Abide by the Scout Oath and Scout Law.
Possess the moral, educational, and emotional qualities that Scouts BSA deems necessary to afford positive leadership to youth.
All volunteers are expected to complete and maintain Youth Protection Training. It is available online on the Web site http://my.scouting.org.
As a volunteer, you are expected to complete all training for your position before assuming a leadership role.
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Assistant Scoutmaster Responsibilities
Gets the training required for the position and stays current in Youth Protection Training.
Assist the Scoutmaster as directed
Works with other responsible adults to bring Scouting to the youth.
Uses the methods of Scouting to achieve the aims of Scouting.
Trains and guides youth leaders.
Works with other responsible adults to bring Scouting to the youth.
Uses the methods of Scouting to achieve the aims of Scouting.
Qualifications
Can be male or female, but must be at least 18 years of age.
Is appointed by the Scoutmaster and approved by the Troop Committee.
At least 18 years old
Subscribe to the precepts of the Declaration of Religious Principle
Possess the moral, educational, and emotional qualities that Scouts BSA deems necessary to afford positive leadership to youth.
Abide by the Scout Oath and Scout Law.
Subscribe to the precepts of the Declaration of Religious Principle
All volunteers are expected to complete and maintain Youth Protection Training. It is available online on the Web site http://my.scouting.org.
As a volunteer, you are expected to complete the required training for your position before assuming a leadership position.
Troop Committee Chair:
Ana Balboa
The patrol leader plans and leads patrol activities. He represents his patrol at leader meetings and at planning sessions. He knows the needs and capabilities
of his patrol members and works to make them successful. The Patrol Leader reports to the ASPL, SPL, and Scoutmaster.
IN PROGRESS:
Black Dragons: William H.
Chupacabras: Drayke L.
The Assistant Patrol Leader steps in during the absence of the Patrol Leader and fulfils his roles when and where needed. He helps and guidesa junior Scouts in his Patrol.
The Assistant Patrol Leader, while an important role in the Troop, is not a leadership position that is used for purposes of rank advancment.
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IN PROGRESS:
Plans and leads patrol meetings and activities.
Represents his patrol at troop meetings.
Understands the needs and capabilities of his patrol members.
Helps ensure his patrol members are successful.
Keeps an eye on younger Scouts' needs and struggles.
Assigns duties and responsibilities to other Scouts.
Assists junior Scout work towards rank advancement.
Helps plan Patrol duties and activities on campouts.
Has good attendance at Troop meetings.
Sets a good example.
Wears the Scout Uniform correctly.
Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
Shows Scout spirit.
Leads by example.
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T500's Asstistant Patrol Leaders:
Assists the Patrol Leader during patrol meetings and activities.
Represents his patrol at troop meetings in the abscence of the Patrol Leader.
Understands the needs and capabilities of his patrol members.
Helps ensure his patrol members are successful.
Keeps an eye on younger Scouts' needs and struggles.
Assigns duties and responsibilities to other Scouts.
Assists junior Scout work towards rank advancement.
Helps plan Patrol duties and activities on campouts.
Has good attendance at Troop meetings.
Sets a good example.
Wears the Scout Uniform correctly.
Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
Shows Scout spirit.
Leads by example.
Quartermaster:
Drayke L.
The Troop Quartermaster keeps track of troop equipment and assures it is in working order. This position is essential to preparing for campouts and activities!
Troop Guide:
James P.
The Troop Guide is an experienced Scout, First Class or higher, who has good teaching skills and possesses patience to work with new Scouts. As a mentor, he provides direction where needed to the younger
Scouts and makes himself available to assist them as they learn fundamental Scouting skills.
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T500's Quartermaster:
Keeps records on patrol and troop equipment.
Keeps equipment clean, organized, and in good repair.
Issues equipment and sees that it is returned in good order.
Suggests new or replacement items.
Works with the troop committee member responsible for equipment.
Has good attendance at Troop meeting.
Regularly attends events during his service period.
Sets a good example.
Enthusiastically wears the Scout Uniform correctly.
Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
Shows Scout spirit.
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T500's Troop Guide:
Helps new Scouts earn advancement requirements through First Class.
Advises younger Scouts
Helps new Scouts integrate into the Troop.
Assists in training new Scouts by enlisting help from expereinced Scouts.
Guides new Scouts through early Troop experiences making them feel welcome
Helps new Scouts feel safe and comfortabale in the outdoors if they're not used to it.
Teaches basic Scout skills.
Has good attendance at Troop meetings and events.
Sets a good example.
Enthusiastically wears the Scout Uniform correctly.
Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
Shows Scout spirit.
Historian:
Robert C.
The Troop Historian keeps a historical record, usually in the form of a scrapbook, of all troop activities. Capturing events through photos and descriptions, this will ensure future Scouts of our Troop
can look back on our accomplishments- and see what fun we had doing our thing as Scouts!
Troop Librarian:
Ben V.
The Troop Librarian takes care of, organizes, and inventories the troop's collection of literature. The majority of the library consists of Merit Badge books, but we have other material as well.
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Troop Historian:
Gather pictures and facts about troop activities and keep them in scrapbooks, wall displays or informational (historical) files.
Take care of troop trophies, ribbons, and souvenirs of troop activities.
Keep information about former members of the troop.
Set a good example.
Regularly attend meetings and events.
Enthusiastically wear the Scout Uniform correctly.
Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
Show Scout spirit.
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Troop Librarian:
Organize and care for the troop library.
Keep records on literature owned by the troop.
Add new or replacement items as needed.
Periodically check merit badge pamphlets to see they need replaces with newer versions.
Keep books and pamphlets available for borrowing.
Devise a system to track who borrows items and ensures they get returned.
Set a good example.
Attend meetings regularly.
Wear the Scout Uniform correctly.
Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
Show Scout spirit.
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T500's Quartermaster:
Keeps records on patrol and troop equipment.
Keeps equipment clean, organized, and in good repair.
Issues equipment and sees that it is returned in good order.
Suggests new or replacement items.
Works with the troop committee member responsible for equipment.
Has good attendance at Troop meeting.
Regularly attends events during his service period.
Sets a good example.
Enthusiastically wears the Scout Uniform correctly.
Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
Shows Scout spirit.
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T500's Troop Guide:
Helps new Scouts earn advancement requirements through First Class.
Advises younger Scouts
Helps new Scouts integrate into the Troop.
Assists in training new Scouts by enlisting help from expereinced Scouts.
Guides new Scouts through early Troop experiences making them feel welcome
Helps new Scouts feel safe and comfortabale in the outdoors if they're not used to it.
Teaches basic Scout skills.
Has good attendance at Troop meetings and events.
Sets a good example.
Enthusiastically wears the Scout Uniform correctly.
Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
Shows Scout spirit.
Scribe:
Alex P.
The Troop Scribe records notable events during meetings and planning sessions. While similar to the Historian in some ways, the Sribe is more focused on adminisratative records.
Troop Chaplain's Aide:
Liam C.
The Troop Chaplain's Aide is charged with helping make the 12th point of the Scout Law more meaningful in life; Promote a greater understanding of and appreciation for
all religions. He should he encourage spiritual awareness and growth in the lives of troop members and assist the Troop Chaplain. Scouts in this position generally have already
earned their religious emblem and are mature and sensitiv Scouts who have earned the trust of his fellow Scouts.
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Troop Scribe:
Attends troop meetings and records anything of note.
Attends planning sessions and records outcomes.
Keeps a record of attendance at troop functions.
Has good attendance at Troop meetings.
Sets a good example.
Enthusiastically wears the Scout Uniform correctly.
Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
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Troop Chaplain's Aide:
Maintains the troop’s religious emblems award progress chart.
Is capable of presenting an overview of the various religious emblems programs to the troop
Helps Scouts contact their own clergyperson or religious counselor to guide them in the appropriate study programs.
Compiles an up-to-date list of local clergy who have agreed to be counselors for the religious emblems programs.
Serves as the youth coordinator for the observance of the annual Scout Sunday in February.
Works with the Troop Chaplain (usually a member of the clergy) to compose services appropriate for all troop members.
Prepares and delivers troop prayers as needed.
Assists in religious emblem recognition ceremonies.
Encourages Scouts to strengthen their own relationship with God through personal prayer and devotions and participation in religious activities.
Assists with inter-denominational services conducted by the Troop at campouts and activities.
Sets a good example.
Attends meetings regularly.
Wears the Scout Uniform correctly.
Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
Shows Scout spirit.
Order of the Arrow Representative:
Esteban B.
The OA Troop Representative serves as a liaison between the Order of the Arrow and the troop,
working to promote and support OA activities and initiatives. The The OA Troop Representative is responsible for
helping to plan and execute OA events and communicating information about the OA to his fellow Scouts.
Outdoor Ethics Guide:
Dominyk L.
The Troop Outdoor Ethics Guide promotes responsible outdoor ethics, leading by example and encouraging other
Troop members to do likewise. He plays a crucial role in ensuring Scouts develop an understanding of their role in nature
and learn how to minimize their impact on the environment.
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OA Representative:
Serves as a link between the lodge or chapter and the troop.
Encourages year round and resident camping in the troop.
Encourages older Scout participation in high adventure programs.
Encourages Scouts to actively participate in community service projects.
Assists with leadership skills training in the troop.
Encourages Arrowmen to assume leadership positions in the troop.
Encourages Arrowmen in the troop to be active participants in the lodge and/or chapter activities and to seal their membership in the Order by becoming Brotherhood members.
Sets a good example
Enthusiastically wears the Scout uniform correctly.
Lives by the Scout Oath, Scout Law and OA Obligation
Shows Scout spirit
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Outdoor Ethics Guide:
Promotes responsible outdoor ethics
Leads by example, encouraging other troop members to follow suit.
Helps Scouts develop an understanding of their role in nature and how to minimize their impact on the environment.
Educates Scouts on responsible outdoor behavior.
Teaches Leave No Trace principles.
Plans activities that promote responsible outdoor ethics.
Models behaviors such as carrying out all trash, using designated campsites, and respecting wildlife and natural resources.
Demonstrates a strong commitment to service and community.
Sets a good example
Enthusiastically wears the Scout uniform correctly.
Lives by the Scout Oath, Scout Law and OA Obligation
Shows Scout spirit
Den Chief:
William H. (Serving Pack 285)
A Den Chief is atached to a Cub Scout den to serve as both an assistant to the Den leaders and an important connection
between Cubs and Scouts. He is a Scouting role model for the Cubs of his den, as well as the entire Pack, He promotes
Scouting in general and encourages Arrow of Light Webelos to cross over into Scouting.
Webmasters:
Bennett H. (Webmaster)
William H. Asst. Webmaster
The Troop Webmaster and his Assistant, under Adult guidance, are responsible for managing the troop’s website and
online presence. The Webmaster plays a crucial role in helping ensure the troop is effectively communicating with its
members and the broader community.
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Den Chief:
Assists run Cub Den meetings.
Assists with all Den and Pack functions.
Helps prepare Cubs for their journey into Scouts BSA.
Projects a positive image of Scouts BSA.
Has reliable attendance at Den and Pack meetings and activities.
Acts as both a friend and mentor to his Cubs.
As a role model, always sets a good example.
Wears the uniform correctlys.
Lives by Scout Oath and Law.
Shows Scout spirit.
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Webmasters:
Maintain the troop website.
Keep the Troop calendar up to date.
Remain in-the-loop on all future Troop activities.
Have good attendance in Troop meetings and activities.
Always practice safe online practices, keeping adult web guides informed.
Set a good example.
Wear the uniform correctly.
Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
Show Scout spirit.
