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1 Dear valued customer, Thank you for your purchase from Chilton Enterprises. I hope you find the material useful and the service polite and expeditious. We are a small company slowly growing in size. I want to personally wish you the best of luck in your life pursuits. Please feel free to sign up for our monthly newsletter at Here you will get monthly tips on the Real Estate market and home buying and selling. Most Sincerely, Mike Chilton President Chilton Enterprises Inc. 207 West Los Angeles Ave. Suite # 206 Moorpark, CA Tel: Fax: Mike@MikeChilton.com Page 1

2 Eagle Scout Court of Honor by Shelley & Mike Chilton Dedicated to our Eagle Scout Chad Chilton Enterprises 207 W. Los Angeles Ave. #206 Moorpark, CA (805) Page 2

3 NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR Dear Reader, I worked very hard to compose this material to pull off a well-organized succinct ceremony that would honor all involved. It was a beautiful ceremony and I was very pleased, everything was accomplished on time and seemed to flow, which was my biggest concern. I know there are still many areas of improvement so any suggestions are greatly appreciated. (I still have two more sons to plan eagle ceremonies for.) This project was developed due to the lack of information, resources and material for the parents sponsoring the ceremony. I was unable to attend many of the troop's Eagle Scout ceremonies so without the help and dedication of the other mothers I could not have done this. There is a formal protocol to the ceremony and it became my quest to find out the how's and why's. I reproduced this ceremony into a book form for my son's troop as a gift to the other mothers facing this monumental task. My husband Michael the web guru has asked me to again publish this to help other mothers throughout the United States and other countries. I am so grateful to be able to share this with all of you. My sincere thanks to all the Scout Leaders, Families, Friends, and Church members. They so generously and unselfishly donated so much of their time. There is no greater honor for a parent than to have others support your child in achieving this rank. I am working to put this on disk to minimize the efforts of retyping the ceremony. Look for this in the near future. My goal for my son was to make this into a booklet for his memories and make it as presentable as possible so he and his children could cherish it. Unfortunately, I had to remove several graphics and emblems from the material to speed up the download time to you. I hope you find the material helpful and stress reducing. Good luck and God Bless. Please contact me if you have any suggestions. Sincerely, Shelley Chilton Page 3

4 EAGLE SCOUT COURT OF HONOR CEREMONY TROOP (All information is on Microsoft Word 2002) Total pages Note from the author 2. Index 3. Eagle Program Draft for Master of Ceremonies 4. Court of Honor Ceremony 5. Eagle Court Strategic Plan 6. Eagle Court Congratulatory Remarks 7. Eagle Court Sign In 8. Eagle Court Gift -Cards Log 9. Eagle Certificate Request Letters 10. Sample Request Letter 11. Press Release 12. Sample Press Release 13. Court of Honor Flag Presentation 14. Eagle Music Program 15. Eagle Ceremony Inventory Sheet 16. Sample Eagle Court Set Up 17. Sample Eagle Scout Biography 18. Sample Eagle Acceptance Speech 19. Court of Honor Invitations 20. Eagle Thank You Cards 21. Court of Honor Program for guests 22. Emblems Eagle & Medal 23. Scout Ceremony Resource # s Page 4

5 COURT OF HONOR PROGRAM (Scout Name) MASTER OF CEREMONIES: PRESENTATION OF COLORS: WELCOME INVOCATION INTRODUCTION OF HONORED GUEST LIGHTING OF THE CANDLES EAGLE SCOUT SR. PATROL LEADER OPENING OF THE EAGLE COURT GATERING OF THE EAGLES NEST TRAIL TO THE EAGLE PRESENTATION OF EAGLE CANDIDATE HONOR GUARD VOICE OF THE EAGLE BIOGRAPHY OF CANDIDATE RECOGNIZE THE CANDIDATE LIGHTING OF THE BADGE CHALLENGE OF THE CANDIDATE EAGLE CHARGE PRESENTATION OF FAMILY EAGLE SCOUT HONOR GUARD INVESTITURE CANDIDATES MOMENT HONOR GUARD,, Page 5

6 SPECIAL PRESENTATION AUDIENCE SHARING PRESENTATION TO THE EAGLES NEST ADJOURN EAGLE COURT BENEDICTION RETIRE COLORS HONOR GUARD RECEPTION Page 6

7 WELCOME, Master of Ceremonies THE FAMILY WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND A WARM WELCOME TO ALL OUR FRIENDS, SCOUTS AND FELLOW ADULT SCOUTERS HERE TO ATTEND THE EAGLE COURT OF HONOR FOR. WHAT IS THE FUTURE FOR A SCOUT? RECORDS ESTIMATE THAT FOR EVERY 100 BOYS WHO JOIN SCOUTING: RARELY WILL ONE BE BROUGHT BEFORE THE JUVENILE COURT SYSTEM. TWO WILL BECOME EAGLE SCOUTS. SEVENTEEN WILL BECOME FUTURE SCOUTING VOLUNTEER S. TWELVE WILL HAVE THEIR FIRST CONTACT WITH A CHURCH, SYNAGOGUE, OR MOSQUE THROUG SCOUTING. ONE WILL ENTER THE MINISTRY. FIVE WILL EARN THEIR FAITH S RELIGIOUS AWARD EIGHTEEN WILL DEVELOP A HOBBY THAT WILL LAST THROUGH THEIR ADULT LIFE. EIGHT WILL ENTER A VOCATION THAT WAS LEARNED THROUGH THE MERIT-BADGE PROGRAM. ONE WILL USE HIS SCOUTING SKILLS TO SAVE HIS OWN LIFE. ONE WILL USE HIS SCOUTING SKILLS TO SAVE THE LIFE OF ANOTHER PERSON. SCOUTS ALSO ACCOUNT FOR: 64 PERCENT OF AIR FORCE ACADEMY GRADUATES 68 PERCENT OF WEST POINT GRADUATES 70 PERCENT OF ANNAPOLIS GRADUATES 72 PERCENT OF RHODES SCHOLARS 85 PERCENT OF FBI AGENTS TWENTY-SIX OF THE FIRST 29 ASTRONAUTS TONIGHT WE HONOR OUR ONE SCOUT IN A HUNDRED. (AD LIB) Page 7

8 INVOCATION PRAYER FOR SCOUTING by HEAVENLY FATHER, WE THANK YOU FOR THE INTEREST IN THE SCOUTING MOVEMENT THAT HAS BROUGHT US TOGETHER TODAY. WE THANK YOU FOR THE SUCCESS OF THE SCOUTING MOVEMENT IN THE UNITED STATES SINCE WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR THE INFLUENCE THAT TROOP HAS HAD ON THE LIVES OF SCOUTS SINCE IT'S BEGGINING. WE ARE THANKFUL FOR THE POSITIVE INFLUENCE AND DEDICATION THIS PROGRAM HAS BROUGHT TO OUR YOUNG MEN. WE PRAY FOR CONTINUED BLESSINGS ON THIS TROOP, ITS LEADERS, ITS COMMITTEE, AND IT S SPONSOR THE. WE PRAY THAT THROUGH THE YEARS AHEAD THAT TROOP MAY CONTINUE TO TURN OUT LEADERS FOR TOMORROW, PREPARED AS GOOD CITIZENS. WE HUMBLEY PRAY. AMEN Page 8

9 INTRODUCTION OF HONORED GUESTS by, Master of Ceremonies GRANDPARENTS HONORED GUESTS SCOUT LEADERS Page 9

10 CANDLE LIGHTING CEREMONIES, Eagle Scout, Senior Patrol Leader (SCOUT LIGHTS THE GREEN CANDLE) THE GREEN CANDLE BEING LIT BY THE SCOUT REPRESENTS THE LIGHT OF SCOUTING. (AS THE SCOUT LIGHTS THE RED CANDLE) THE RED OF MY FLAG IS THE LIFEBLOOD OF BRAVE MEN READY TO DIE OR WORTHILY LIVE FOR THIS, OUR COUNTRY, (AS THE SCOUT LIGHTS THE WHITE CANDLE) THE WHITE OF MY FLAG IS FOR PURITY, CLEANLINESS OF PURPOSE, THOUGHT, WORD, AND DEED. (AS THE SCOUT LIGHTS THE BLUE CANDLE) THE BLUE OF MY FLAG IS FOR FAITH AND LOYALTY, LIKE THE ETERNAL BLUE OF THE STAR FILLED HEAVENS. Page 10

11 OPENING OF THE EAGLE COURT by, Master of Ceremonies SCOUTING IS NO DOUBT ONE OF THE GREATEST ORGANIZATIONS IN THE WORLD TO FOSTER THE HIGHEST IDEALS OF CITIZENSHIP. IT IS LITTLE WONDER THAT SO MANY OF OUR NATION S GREATEST LEADERS HAD SOME OF THEIR EARLIEST LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCES IN SCOUTING. NOW SCOUTING IS CHANGING, BUT ONE THING REMAINS CONSTANT AND THAT IS THE TOTAL DEVELOPMENT FROM BOYHOOD TO MANHOOD DEPENDS ON THE PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND MORAL GROWTH EXPRESSED IN THE SCOUT OATH. THE SKILLS ARE SO DEMANDING AND THE CHALLENGES ARE SO GREAT THAT IT IS NOT SURPRISING THAT ONLY 2% OF ALL BOYS IN SCOUTING ACHIEVE THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT EACH YEAR. WHEN MOST BOYS ENTER SCOUTING THEY PICTURE THEMSELVES AS ONE DAY BECOMING EAGLE SCOUTS, BUT AS YOU KNOW THERE ARE TOO MANY ACTIVITIES, AND INTERESTS CLAMORING FOR THEIR ATTENTION AND THE FLAMES THAT WERE BURNING ASPIRATIONS, FLICKER, DIM AND DIE OUT. BUT TODAY WE HONOR A YOUNG MAN WHO HAS COMPLETED THE TRAIL TO EAGLE SCOUT, AN HONOR THAT REPRESENTS WHAT THE BOY WILL BE IN THE FUTURE AS HE GROWS TO MANHOOD. BY THE AUTHORITY INVESTED IN ME BY THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA, I HEREBY DECLARE THIS EAGLE COURT IN SESSION. Page 11

12 GATHERING OF THE EAGLE S NEST by,master of Ceremonies AT THIS TIME, I WOULD LIKE TO INVITE EVERY SCOUT AND ADULT IN THE AUDIENCE THAT HAS EVER ATTAINED THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT TO TAKE THEIR RIGHTFUL PLACE IN THE EAGLE S NEST. Page 12

13 TRAIL TO THE EAGLE by (current or previous Scout Leader) I AM THE SCOUT. (SCOUT CARD IS PLACED) - I HAVE TAKEN THE FIRST STEP ON THE EAGLE TRAIL. I HAVE BECOME A MEMBER OF A BOY SCOUT TROOP; I KNOW THE OATH, LAW, MOTTO, AND SLOGAN. I HAVE JUST LEARNED MY FIRST KNOT: THE SQUARE KNOT. I AM THE BEGINNING. I AM THE TENDERFOOT. (TENDERFOOT CARD IS PLACED) MY THREE POINTS STAND FOR THE THREE PARTS OF THE SCOUT OATH. YOU FIND ME ON THE MARINER S COMPASS, FOREVER POINTING THE WAY TO THE NORTH STAR AND A SAFE JOURNEY IN LIFE. ON MY FACE ARE TWO STARS REPRESENTING TRUTH AND KNOWLEDGE, ALSO A SHIELD, WHICH IS THE EMBLEM OF A NATION MOLDED TOGETHER IN JUSTICE, AND LASTLY AN EAGLE TO GUARD THE FREEDOM OF MY LAND. I AM THE SECOND CLASS. (SECOND CLASS CARD IS PLACED) THE ENDS OF MY SCROLL ARE TURNED UP IN THE WILLING SMILE OF THE SCOUT. ON MY FACE IS THE MOTTO, BE PREPARED AND SUSPENDED FROM ME IS A KNOT, TIED THERE TO REMIND YOU OF THE BOY SCOUT SLOGAN, DO A GOOD TURN DAILY. I AM THE FIRST CLASS. (FIRST CLASS CARD IS PLACED) I WAS THE TENDERFOOT AND I LAID MY COURSE BY THE STARS OF TRUTH AND KNOWLEDGE AND GIRDED MYSELF WITH THE RIGHTEOUSNESS OF JUSTICE AND FREEDOM. I ADDED A SMILE THAT I MIGHT BE A FRIEND TO ALL AND BOUND MYSELF TOGETHER WITH A KNOT OF DUTY TO OTHERS. Page 13

14 TRAIL TO THE EAGLE con t I AM THE STAR. (STAR CARD IS PLACED) NOW I CAN STAND ALONE, I HAVE EARNED THE RIGHT TO IMPROVEMENT ON MY OWN. TO ME GOES THE HONOR OF CHOOSING MY FIELD. BEFORE ME LIES A HORIZON OF ENDLESS OPPORTUNITY. I AM THE LIFE. (LIFE CARD IS PLACED) I HAVE SHOWN THE WORLD THAT SCOUTING IS IN MY HEART. I HAVE MASTERED KNOWLEDGE OF SUBJECTS THAT WILL BENEFIT MY COUNTRY AND MY FELLOWMAN. I AM READY TO REACH FOR MY WINGS TO FLY. LASTLY, I AM THE EAGLE. (EAGLE CARD IS PLACED). IT HAS BEEN A LONG, HARD, BUT WONDERFUL ROAD. I HAVE MASTERED MY GOAL. WITH DEEP HUMILITY I NOW STAND AS A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE BEST SCOUTING CAN ACCOMPLISH IN THE LIVES OF YOUNG MEN. MAY I NOW PASS ON TO MY YOUNGER FELLOW SCOUT'S A PORTION OF MY KNOWLEDGE. Page 14

15 VOICE OF THE EAGLE by I AM THE EAGLE, OUR NATIONAL BIRD, I ADORN THE GREAT SEAL OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. THE SYMBOL OF THE EAGLE GOES BACK TO THE ANCIENT TIMES, MAN HAS USED ME AND MY BROTHERS AS A SYMBOL OF ROYALTY, POWER, VICTORY, AUTHORITY AND VALOR. MY STRENGTH AND COURAGE HAS INSPIRED MEN THROUGH THE AGES. I HAVE SYMBOLIZED HUMANKIND'S FINEST AS RECORDED IN HISTORY. I HAVE SYMBOLIZED GOOD TRIUMPHING OVER EVIL, STRENGTH, BEAUTY, GRACE AND FREEDOM. ANCIENT MAN LOOKED UPON ME AS AN INVETERATE ENEMY OF SERPENTS. THEY SAW THE BATTLES BETWEEN THE SUN AND THE CLOUDS AS BATTLES BETWEEN THE EAGLE AND THE SERPENT. MANY ARMIES HAVE MARCHED UNDER THE EAGLE STANDARDS. THE SIOUX INDIAN WARRIORS DECORATED THEIR WAR BONNETS WITH MY FEATHERS. THE SYMBOL OF THE EAGLE FLYING TOWARD THE SUN HAS ENSPIRED MANY CULTURES TO ASSOCIATE ME WITH THEIR SUN GODS. THE ANCIENT ASSYRIANS ASSOCIATED ME WITH ASHUR, THE GREAT SUN GOD. THE MAIN GOD OF THE ASSYRIANS. I WAS AWED AND WORSHIPPED FOR MY MAJESTIC BEAUTY. IN THE ASSYRIAN MYTHS, I WAS A SYMBOL OF STORMS, LIGHTENING AND THE GOD WHO CARRIED SOULS TO THE REALM OF THE DEAD. ZEUS, THE RULER OF THE GODS. THE GREEKS REPRESENTED ME WITH WINGS OUTSTRETCHED HOLDING A SERPENT IN MY CLAWS. THUS, I REPRESENTED THE TRIUMPH OF GOOD OVER EVIL. Page 15

16 VOICE OF THE EAGLE con t IN ROMAN CULTURE, I WAS THE SYMBOL OF JUPITER, THE SUPREME ROMAN GOD. THE ROMANS SAW ME AS THE SYMBOL OF VICTORY. AS THE ROMAN LEGIONS CONQUERED THE WORLD, THEY MARCHED UNDER THE STANDARD OF THE EAGLE WITH OUTSTRETCHED WINGS. THE SILVER EAGLE WAS THE SYMBOL OF THE REPUBLIC AND THE GOLDEN EAGLE THE SYMBOL OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE. I BECAME THE PERSONAL EMBLEM OF THE CEASER'S, REPRESENTING SUPREME AUTHORITY. THE PROFIT ISIAH WROTE, THOSE WHO HOPE IN GOD WILL RENEW THEIR STRENGTH. THEY WILL SOAR ON WINGS LIKE EAGLES. (ISIAH 40:31) THE RISE OF CHRISTIANITY BROUGHT ME MORE HONORS. TO SOME EARLY CHRISTIANS, THE EAGLE WAS THE SYMBOL OF THE ASCENSION OF CHRIST INTO HEAVEN. ON JUNE 20, 1782, I BECAME THE SYMBOL OF A NEW COUNTRY. BECAUSE OF MY COURAGE AND BEAUTY, I WAS CHOSEN TO SYMBOLIZE THE NEW UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. THE EAGLE BECAME A PROMINENT FEATURE OF THE SEAL OF STATE FOR THE NEW REPUBLIC. I BECAME THE SYMBOL USED ON MANY STATE FLAGS. YOU FIND ME ON COINS, ON THE DOLLAR BILL ON THE EMBLEMS OF THE PRESIDENT, THE PRESIDENT S CABINET, AND MOST BRANCHES OF THE ARMED FORCES. HAVE YOU EVER REALY LOOKED AT THE DOLLAR BILL? THE BALD EAGLE ON THE BACK OF THE DOLLAR WAS SELECTED AS A SYMBOL FOR VICTORY FOR TWO REASONS: FIRST, HE IS NOT AFRAID OF A STORM; HE IS STRONG AND HE IS SMART ENOUGH TO SOAR ABOVE IT. SECONDLY, HE WEARS NO MATERIAL CROWN. THE COLONIES HAD JUST BROKEN WITH THE KING OF ENGLAND. Page 16

17 VOICE OF THE EAGLE con t NOTICE ON THE DOLLAR THE SHIELD IS UNSUPPORTED. THIS COUNTRY COULD NOW STAND ON ITS OWN. AT THE TOP OF THE SHIELD, YOU HAVE A WHITE BAR SIGNIFYING A UNIFYING FACTOR. WE ARE COMING TOGETHER AS ONE NATION. IN THE EAGLES BEAK, YOU CAN READ E PLURIBUS UNUM, MEANING FROM MANY ONE. ABOVE THE EAGLE, YOU HAVE THIRTEEN STARS REPRESENTING THE THIRTEEN COLONIES, AND ANY CLOUDS OF MIS- NDERSTANDING ROLLING AWAY. NOTICE WHAT THE EAGLE HOLDS IN THE TALLONS-AN OLIVE BRANCH AND ARROWS. THIS COUNTRY WANTS PEACE, BUT WE WILL NEVER BE AFRAID TO FIGHT TO PRESERVE PEACE. THE EAGLE ALWAYS WANTS TO FACE THE OLIVE BRANCH, BUT IN TIME OF WAR, HIS GAZE TURNS TOWARD THE ARROWS. I'VE HAD THE HONOR OF BEING NAMED ON THE LUNAR MODULE, WHICH LANDED ON THE MOON, WITH THE FAMOUS WORDS OF EAGLE SCOUT, NEIL ARMSTRONG, HOUSTON, TRANQUILLITY BASE HERE. THE EAGLE HAS LANDED. IN 1911, FOLLOWING TRADITIONS AS OLD AS MAN HIMSELF, THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA CHOSE THE EAGLE TO SYMBOLIZE THE VERY HIGHEST IN ACHIEVEMENT. THROUGHOUT ALL OF HISTORY, I HAVE BEEN THE SYMBOL OF MAN S BEST. THE EAGLE IS THE SYMBOL OF SCOUTING S BEST AND CONTINUES TO FLY HIGH KEEPING HIS GAZE FIXED ON HIS GOALS. THE EAGLE SCOUT CARRIES A GREAT HONOR WHICH REPRESENTS THE VALUES EMBODIED IN THE SCOUT'S OATH AND SCOUT'S LAW. I AM A RARE CREATURE. WHEN YOU SEE ME FLYING, YOU CAN'T HELP BUT WATCH ME SOAR. I EMBRASS YOU THIS DAY AS A NEW EAGLE SCOUT AND INVITE YOU TO SOAR WITH ME. THIS IS THE VOICE OF THE EAGLE. Page 17

18 RECOGNIZE THE CANDIDATE by, (title) THE EAGLE SCOUT CANDIDATE MUST PASS THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: FIRST - THE CANDIDATE MUST BE ACTIVE IN SCOUTS FOR 6 MONTHS AFTER OBTAINING THE LIFE RANK. SECOND - THE CANDIDATE MUST SHOW SCOUT SPIRIT BY LIVING THE SCOUT OATH AND LAW. THIRD - THE CANDIDATE MUST EARN 21 MERIT BADGES, 12 MUST COME FROM THE REQUIRED LIST FOR EAGLE SCOUT. FOURTH - THE CANDIDATE MUST SERVE IN A POSITION OF TROOP LEADERSHIP FOR SIX MONTHS. FIFTH - THE CANDIDATE MUST PLAN, ORGANIZE AND CARRY OUT A SERVICE PROJECT TO BENEFIT HIS COMMUNITY OR CHURCH. HE MUST SHOW LEADERSHIP IN THIS PROJECT. THIS PROJECT MUST BE PREAPPROVED BY THE TROOP BEFORE IT IS DONE. SIXTH - THE CANDIDATE MUST TAKE PART IN A SCOUTMASTER S CONFERENCE. SEVENTH - THE CANDIDATE MUST SIT BEFORE AN EAGLE BOARD OF REVIEW BY THE DISTRICT EAGLE SCOUT COMMITTEE. LASTLY, THE CANDIDATE S APPLICATION IS REVIEWED BY THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA. Page 18

19 RECOGNIZE THE CANDIDATE con t STANDS BEFORE US HAVING COMPLETED THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS. HE HAS EARNED ALL THE REQUIRED RANKS, ALSO A TOTAL OF MERIT BADGES. HE PERFORMED A SERVICE PROJECT. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT PASSED ALL OF HIS CONFERENCE S AND BOARDS, AND IS READY TO RECEIVE THE HIGHEST RANK IN BOY SCOUTS. HOWEVER, IF ANYONE KNOWS A REASON WHY THIS SCOUT SHOULD NOT BE AWARDED THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT, LET THEM SPEAK NOW. Page 19

20 RECOGNIZE THE CANDIDATE con t (sample eagle project description... EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT WAS TO BENEFIT THE RAIN PROJECT, WHICH IS A TRANSITIONAL HOMELESS SHELTER. THE GOAL OF THE SHELTER IS TO GIVE A LIVING PLACE TO HOMELESS FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS TO TEACH THEM SKILLS TO GET BACK ON THEIR FEET. THE PROJECT REQUIRES THE ADULTS TO MAINTAIN A JOB, TURN THE MONEY OVER TO THE PROJECT. THE PROJECT TEACHES THEM HOW TO OPEN A BANK ACCOUNT, BUDGET MONEY AND SAVE. THE FAMILY KEEPS 20% OF THE MONEY EARNED FOR EXPENSES. AFTER THE FAMILY HAS SAVED ENOUGH MONEY, THEY HELP THEM SECURE AFFORDABLE HOUSING. THE PROJECT IS IN NEED OF MONEY TO HELP THESE FAMILIES; THE PROJECT HAS LIMITED FUNDS AND CANNOT PROVIDE ENOUGH CLOTHS, TOILETRIES, ETC. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT WAS TO ASSIST THE SHELTER WITH TOILETRIES, SUCH AS TOOTHPASTE, TOOTHBRUSHES, DEODORANT, DIAPERS, ASSORTED BABY SUPPLIES, LOTION, SHAMPOO, CONDITIONER, RAZORS, ETC. ORGANIZED BOY SCOUT TROOP TO SOLICIT FOR DONATIONS IN FRONT OF THE SUPER MARKETS IN (City). (ALBERTSON S AND VONS). HE PREPARED POSTERS AND FLYERS TO ADVERTISE THE NEED FOR DONATIONS, AND A SHOPPING LIST FOR PEOPLE TO TAKE WITH THEM WHILE SHOPPING. THEY WERE ALSO WELCOME TO MAKE A CASH DONATION. RAISED APPROXIMATELY $ IN TOILETRIES, AND $ IN CASH TO PURCHASE BEDDING, UNDER WARE, SOCKS, PILLOWS ETC. FOR MEN, WOMEN AND CHILDREN. IN ADDITION TO HIS EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT, HE HAS DONATED APPROXIMATELY 1000 VOLUNTEER HOURS TO TENDER LOVING CARE HOME HOSPICE, WHICH CARES FOR THE TERMINALLY ILL. HE HAS PARTICIPATED IN VISITS WITH PATIENTS, OFFICE WORK, SPECIAL HOLIDAY PROJECTS AND CEREMONIES. PASSED ALL OF HIS CONFERENCE S AND BOARDS, AND IS READY TO RECEIVE THE HIGHEST RANK IN BOY SCOUTS. HOWEVER, IF ANYONE KNOWS A REASON WHY THIS SCOUT SHOULD NOT BE AWARDED THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT, LET THEM SPEAK NOW.) Page 20

21 CHALLENGE THE CANDIDATE by (Scout Master, Leader or Eagle Scout) THIS IS THE VOICE OF THE EAGLE. I SPEAK FOR THE EAGLE SCOUTS OF THIS COUNCIL. WE CHALLENGE THIS SCOUT TO ACCEPT THE RESPONSIBILITIES AS WELL AS THE HONOR OF THE EAGLE SCOUT AWARD. THESE RESPONSIBILITIES ARE AS FOLLOWS: AN EAGLE SCOUT WILL LIVE WITH HONOR. HIS HONOR IS SACRED. IT IS THE FOUNDATION OF ALL CHARACTER. AN EAGLE SCOUT WILL LIVE THAT HE REFLECTS CREDIT UPON HIS HOME, CHURCH, SCHOOL, COMMUNITY AND SELF. AN EAGLE SCOUT IS TO BE LOYAL. TO THINE OWN SELF BE TRUE AND IT MUST FOLLOW AS NIGHT THE DAY, THOU CANNOT BE FALSE TO ANY MAN. NEITHER PAIN NOR PROFIT, PRIDE NOR PERSONAL LOSS SHALL SWAY HIS LOYALTY. AN EAGLE SCOUT IS TO BE COURAGEOUS. COURAGE GIVES ALL CHARACTER FORCE AND STRENGTH. WITH TRUST IN GOD AND FAITH IN HIS FELLOW MAN, HE FACES EACH DAY UNAFRAID AND SEEKS HIS SHARE OF THE WORLD S WORK TO DO. FINALLY, AN EAGLE SCOUT IS SERVICE ORIENTED. HE EXTENDS A HELPING HAND TO THOSE WHO TOIL ALONG THE SCOUTING TRAIL, JUST AS A OTHERS HAVE AIDED YOU. THE DAILY GOOD TURN MUST TAKE A NEW MEANING AND BETTER THE LIFE PATTERN OF SERVICE. PROTECT AND DEFEND THE WEAK AND HELPLESS; COMFORT THE UNFORTUNATE AND OPPRESSED. UPHOLD THE RIGHTS OF OTHERS AS WELL AS YOUR OWN. REMEMBER, REAL LEADERSHIP IS FOUNDED UPON REAL SERVICE. Page 21

22 LIGHTING THE EAGLE BADGE by Scout Leader FOR US TODAY, THE EAGLE IS A SYMBOL OF ALL COURAGEOUS, FREEDOM LOVING AMERICANS. WHEN THE EAGLE WAS INITIALLY DESIGNED IN 1912, IT WAS DECIDED TO SUSPEND A SMALL SILVER EAGLE FROM A TRICOLOR RIBBON OF RED, WHITE AND BLUE SO, IT HAS REMAINED TODAY. (SCOUTS READ) (CARD 1) (CARD 2) (CARD 3) (CARD 4) (see following pages for narratives), YOU ARE DESERVING OF MUCH CREDIT IN HAVING ACHIEVED SCOUTING S HIGHEST RANK. HOWEVER, WEAR YOUR AWARD WITH HUMILITY, EVER MINDFUL THAT THE EAGLE SCOUT IS LOOKED UP TO AS AN EXAMPLE. MAY THE SCOUT OATH AND THE SCOUT LAW BE YOUR GUIDE FOR TOMORROW ONWARD. Page 22

23 VOICE OF THE EAGLE by #1 THE VOICE OF THE EAGLE THE FIRST RESPONSIBILITY OF AN EAGLE SCOUT IS TO LIVE WITH HONOR. AN EAGLE S HONOR IS SACRED. HONOR IS THE FOUNDATION OF ALL CHARACTER. CHARACTER IS WHAT REALLY IS DOWN DEEP INSIDE, NOT WHAT SOMEONE THINKS ONE IS. AN EAGLE WILL SO LIVE THAT HE REFLECTS UPON HIS HOME, HIS CHURCH, HIS SCHOOL, HIS FRIENDS, AND UPON HIMSELF. (THE WHITE PART IS LIGHTED) MAY THE WHITE OF YOUR BADGE REMIND YOU TO LIVE WITH HONOR. Page 23

24 THE SECOND OBLIGATION OF THE EAGLE by #2 THE SECOND OBLIGATION OF THE EAGLE SCOUT IS LOYALTY, WITHOUT LOYALTY, ALL CHARACTER LACKS DIRECTION. AN EAGLE IS LOYAL TO HIS IDEALS. TO THINE OWN SELF BE TRUE, AND IT MUST FOLLOW AS NIGHT THE DAY, THOU CANNOT THEN BE FALSE TO ANY MAN. NEITHER PAIN NOR PROFIT, PRIDE NOR PERSONAL LOSS SHALL SWERVE HIM FROM HIS LOYALTY. (THE BLUE PORTION IS LIGHTED) MAY THE BLUE OF YOUR BADGE REMIND YOU TO BE LOYAL. Page 24

25 THE THIRD OBLIGATION OF AN EAGLE SCOUT IS COURAGE. by #3 THE THIRD OBLIGATION OF AN EAGLE SCOUT IS COURAGE. COURAGE GIVES ALL CHARACTER FORCE AND STRENGTH. TRUSTING IN GOD AND WITH FAITH IN HIS FELLOWMAN, HE FACES EACH DAY UNAFRAID AND SEEKS HIS SHARE OF THE WORLD S WORK TO DO. (THE RED PORTION IS LIGHTED) MAY THE RED OF YOUR BADGE REMIND YOU ALWAYS OF COURAGE. Page 25

26 THE FINAL OBLIGATION OF THE EAGLE SCOUT IS SERVICE. by #4 THE FINAL OBLIGATION OF THE EAGLE SCOUT IS SERVICE. HE EXTENDS A HELPING HAND TO THOSE WHO STILL TOIL UP THE SCOUTING TRAIL HE HAS JUST COMPLETED. JUST AS OTHERS HELPED HIM IN HIS ACHIEVEMENT OF THE EAGLE RANK. THE HABIT OF THE DAILY GOOD TURN MUST TAKE ON A NEW MEANING AND BLOSSOM FORTH IN A LIFE OF SERVICE. HE PROTECTS AND DEFENDS THE WEAK AND THE HELPLESS. HE AIDS AND COMFORTS THE UNFORTUNATE AND OPPRESSED. HE UPHOLDS THE RIGHTS OF OTHERS WHILE DEMANDING HIS OWN. HIS CODE OF ACTION IS BASED UPON THE BELIEF THAT REAL LEADERSHIP MUST BE FOUNDED UPON REAL SERVICE. (THE EAGLE IS LIGHTED) MAY THE EAGLE SUSPENDED FROM THE RIBBON ALWAYS REMIND YOU TO PERFORM SERVICE. Page 26

27 CHARGE THE EAGLE by WE ARE HERE TONIGHT, TO CELEBRATE A GREAT SUCCESS, AND TO TALK ABOUT YOUR FURTURE. I HAVE THE PLEASURE OF COUNSELING YOU, ON HOW TO TURN THIS SUCCESS INTO MORE SUCCESSES THROUGH OUT THE REST OF YOUR LIFE. WHAT ARE THE KEYS TO SUCCESS? HOW CAN YOU BE SUCCESSFUL? IS THERE A SECRET? THESE QUESTIONS HAVE MANY ANSWERS BUT ONE ANSWER CAN MAKE IT VERY SIMPLE: BE A FAILURE. THIS SOUNDS LIKE THAT MAY SEEM LIKE STRANGE ADVICE, YOU MAY EVEN THINK I'M NOT READING MY SPEECH RIGHT. HOWEVER, WHEN YOU THINK ABOUT IT, YOU VE BEEN FAILING EVER SINCE YOU BECAME A SCOUT. YOU'VE REMEMBERED AN OLD SAYING, " IF AT FIRST YOU DON'T SUCCEED TRY, TRY AGAIN." DO YOU REMEMBER THE FIRST TIME YOU TRIED TO BUILD A FIRE? YOU FAILED, DIDN T YOU? AND WHAT ABOUT YOUR FIRST HIKE, THE ONE THAT ENDED IN SORE MUSCLES AND BLISTERS? YOU DIDN T WIN THE FIRST TIME YOU RAN FOR PATROL LEADER, AND WHEN YOU DID WIN, YOU MADE PLENTY OF MISTAKES WHEN YOU TRIED TO LEAD YOUR PATROL. IN ALL OUR LIVES WE EXPERIENCED MORE FAILURES THAN SUCCESSES. WHAT SET'S US APART FROM THE OTHERS? WE KEEP TRYING TO SUCCEED AND LEARN FROM OUR FAILURES. I'M GOING TO SHARE SOME OF OUR MOST SIGNIFICANT HISTORICAL FAILURES, AND THEIR TRIUMPHS. THOMAS EDISON DISCOVERED 1,800 WAYS NOT TO MAKE A LIGHT BULB BEFORE HE INVENTED ONE THAT WORKED. BABE RUTH STRUCK OUT 1,330 TIMES ON HIS WAY TO HITTING A RECORD-SETTING 714 HOME RUNS. MICHAEL JORDAN WAS CUT FROM HIS HIGH-SCHOOL BASKETBALL TEAM. ABRAHAM LINCOLN DROPPED OUT OF SCHOOL, LOST TWO ELECTIONS FOR THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, AND Page 27

28 LOST TWO ELECTIONS FOR THE SENATE BEFORE BECOMING PRESIDENT. Page 28

29 CHARGE THE EAGLE Con t THESE MEN NEVER LET THEIR FAILURES BE THE FINAL OPTION. INSTEAD, THEY LEARNED FROM THEIR MISTAKES, IMPROVED THEMSELVES, AND WENT ON TO ENJOY GREAT SUCCESS. SO DON T BE AFRAID TO MAKE MISTAKES; DON T BE AFRAID TO FAIL. I D LIKE TO STAND AT THIS TIME AND RECITE THE EAGLE SCOUT PROMISE. REMEMBER, IF YOU HAVE TRIED TO DO SOMETHING AND FAILED, YOU ARE VASTLY BETTER OFF THAN IF YOU HAD TRIED TO DO NOTHING AND SUCCEEDED. Page 29

30 INVESTITURE, Master of Ceremonies, YOUR PARENTS HAVE UNDOUBTEDLY BEEN YOUR PRIMARY SOURCE OF HELP AND STRENGTH. NO ONE WILL EVER KNOW THE UNNUMBERED ACTS OF SELF- SACRAFICE FROM YOUR MOTHER. I WOULD LIKE YOUR MOTHER TO PIN THE EAGLE MEDAL ON YOUR UNIFORM. IN RECOGNITION OF YOUR MOTHER S DEVOTION, PLEASE PRESENT HER WITH THIS EAGLE MOTHERS PIN. YOUR FATHER HAS BEEN THE SOURCE OF MUCH ADVICE AND GUIDANCE ALONG THE EAGLE TRAIL, SO I WOULD LIKE HIM TO PRESENT THE EAGLE SCOUT CERTIFICATE TO YOU. IN RETURN, PLEASE PRESENT YOUR FATHER WITH THIS EAGLE TIE TACK. NOW, IT GIVES ME GREAT PLESURE TO PRESENT TO YOU OUR NEWEST EAGLE SCOUT,. Page 30

31 THE NEW EAGLE IN THE NEST, Master of Ceremonies MAY TAKE HIS PLACE WITH HIS FELLOW EAGLE SCOUTS. LET THE FELLOW EAGLE SCOUTS IN THE EAGLE S NEST BE THE FIRST TO CONGRATULATE HIM. LET S GIVE OUR NEW EAGLE SCOUT A ROUND OF APPLAUSE. Page 31

32 CLOSING OF THE EAGLE COURT, Master of Ceremonies TODAY HAS INDEED BEEN A SPECIAL DAY. THANK YOU ALL FOR COMING AND PARTICIPATING IN THIS WONDERFUL EVENT. I NOW DECLARE THIS EAGLE COURT OF HONOR TO BE CLOSED. FOLLOWING THE RETIREMENT OF COLORS AND TAPS, PLEASE JOIN THE COURT IN CONGRATULATING, SCOUTING S NEWEST EAGLE SCOUT. RECEPTION TO FOLLOW IN. I NOW CALL ON TO GIVE OUR BENEDICTION. Page 32

33 BENEDICTION by THE SCOUT OATH STATES IN PART, ON MY HONOR I WILL DO MY BEST TO DO MY DUTY TO GOD. TODAY, IN GOD S HOUSE, WE SHARE IN THE JOYS OF. NEVERTHELESS, LET US REMEMBER THAT GOD GIVES US THE STRENGTH AND COURAGE TO ACHIEVE OUR GOALS. TODAY WE GO FORTH IN KNOWING THAT SCOUTING MUST CONTINUE TO SUPPORT THE BELIEF IN ONE S GOD, AND THE WELL ROUNDED PERSON THAT RESULTS. HE ALSO GAVE US THIS BEAUTIFUL EARTH TO SCOUT ON. WE ARE SO THANKFUL FOR THE MANY BLESSINGS YOU HAVE GIVEN TO US. WE CONTINUE TO ASK THAT YOUR SPIRIT BE WITH US AND GUIDE US EACH DAY. WE PRAY TO YOU DEAR LORD THIS DAY. AMEN Page 33

34 EAGLE SCOUT COURT OF HONOR STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHEET COURT OF HONOR DATE TODAY S DATE Page 34

35 OBJECTIVES STRATEGIES/STEPS PERSON ACCOUNTABLE Schedule Court of Honor Contact Scout Master and rehearsal and decoration dates For available dates & time of the scout troop for court of honor and rehearsal dates COMPLETION DEADLINE DATE Contact Church or Banquet Hall for available dates & time Reserve dates & time Coordinate Speakers with Scout *Don't forget to call the Mayor to present awards Determine Date & Time Of Court of Honor Contact Speakers to coordinate dates & times (see attached program for parts) Contact all involved with Program and confirmed dates Reserve hall for decorations & rehearsal Reserve Back Drop for Ceremony Send Out Letters to Public Officials for Recognition letters Get American Flag Flown over US Capital Get Award from church (if church sponsored) Confirm rehearsal date with Scout Master for troop Call Local BSA Office To reserve Eagle Back Drop or ceremony props shared by district. Type and Mail letters (give 8 to 12 wks) Contact State Assemblyman Office for Flag- State Senators usually do not do this. Contact to have award made and if he will be available to present. Page 35

36 EAGLE SCOUT COURT OF HONOR STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHEET COURT OF HONOR DATE TODAY S DATE OBJECTIVES STRATEGIES/STEPS PERSON ACCOUNTABLE Nat l Eagle Scout Assoc Go online to join Membership Must have date of Eagle Board of Review where scout Officially passed and rec d Eagle Rank COMPLETION DEADLINE DATE Establish Invitation List List approximate # of Invites Establish Ceremony Printing $ Budget Food & Refreshments $ Decorations $ Banquet Hall Fees $ E S Ceremony stuff $ Pictures $ Eagle Scout Kit Purchase Eagle Scout Kit From Vta BSA Store (Includes, pins for Eagle, Mom & Dad) Eagle Neck scarf & scarf tie Pick up Invitations Program Covers Table Cloths Scouts misplaced patches or Pins BSA Council # Picture of Eagle Scout Press release Schedule picture with full uniform (Picture people will do it in 1 Hour) Write and send picture to papers. Page 36

37 EAGLE SCOUT COURT OF HONOR STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHEET COURT OF HONOR DATE TODAY S DATE OBJECTIVES STRATEGIES/STEPS PERSON ACCOUNTABLE Print Invitations Post Net usually makes Color copies the Invitations are Approximately $1.00 per Invite if color picture is added COMPLETION DEADLINE DATE Mail Invitations Develop Display Table for Eagle Scout Awards See sample Invitation below. One month before Ceremony Pictures Certificates Table Cloths Flowers/Flags/Ribbons Special Awards Items to purchase: Plan Ceremony Program and Ceremony are on disk (Some troops have established ceremony) Please speak to Scout Master It you have questions about additions and customizations there is a lot of room for changes for each Scouts ceremony. See prior ceremonies, flyers, and Court of Honor books for suggestions. Establish Program See attached program (Program paper 32 lb. Add and delete according White bond To speakers and parts 8 ½ x 11) (Michaels has silver yarn/rope to Office Depot/Kelly Paper tie programs) Page 37

38 COURT OF HONOR DATE EAGLE SCOUT COURT OF HONOR STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHEET TODAY S DATE OBJECTIVES STRATEGIES/STEPS PERSON ACCOUNTABLE Establish Program Con t Get Eagles information Rank Advancements Merit Badges Optional items for program: Other achievements Other awards Special thanks and recognition of troop, church, sponsors, etc. COMPLETION DEADLINE DATE Plan Reception Preliminary count of RSVP s # of people: (Food orders need at least 72 hours notice before event) Food: Menu Drinks: Order Cake: *(1/2 sheet 40 to 50 people (Grocery stors may put picture $37.99) on the Cake with provide a copy of invitation) (Party America has rolling plastic table covers) Decorations # of Tables for Event: # Food Tables # Tables for Guests Page 38

39 COURT OF HONOR DATE EAGLE SCOUT COURT OF HONOR STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHEET TODAY S DATE OBJECTIVES STRATEGIES/STEPS PERSON ACCOUNTABLE Plan Reception con t Table Decorations Food tables Colors Red,White,Blue Tablecloth Centerpieces COMPLETION DEADLINE DATE Desert Tablecloth Centerpieces Guest Tablecloth Centerpieces Eating supplies Plastic Silverware Napkins plastic cups or glasses (for food and deserts) optional table/room items (Clean up items) balloons streamers confetti (don t forget large trash bags) Cleaning spray 409 etc. Ceremony Rehearsal Make sure all speakers have parts at least two weeks prior to ceremony. Music & sound system person (Should be notified for rehearsal and should have music) Eagle Scout Ceremony Items Call Scout Master to coordinate time to pick up items from Troop s storage. Page 39

40 EAGLE SCOUT COURT OF HONOR STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHEET COURT OF HONOR DATE TODAY S DATE OBJECTIVES STRATEGIES/STEPS PERSON ACCOUNTABLE Eagle Scout Ceremony Items List of items needed for Con t Ceremony: Scout Candle log & holders (check candles to make sure you have enough prior to ceremony 12 white if using log If using scout symbol, 1 blue, 1 white, 1 green, 1 red Rank advancement cards and holder Eagle Scout Light box (check lights to make sure working prior to ceremony) COMPLETION DEADLINE DATE Music (CD s please pick songs, have have typed list prior to ceremony) Sign in book's Programs Reserved Seat Signs Completed program, with speeches for master of ceremonies, 1 extra copy for speakers and boy scouts who have parts in the program. Page 40

41 EAGLE SCOUT COURT OF HONOR STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHEET COURT OF HONOR DATE TODAY S DATE OBJECTIVES STRATEGIES/STEPS PERSON ACCOUNTABLE Set Up Decorations Bring all decorating items including: Tape & scissors Seat reserve signs Scouting Ceremony items Scout display table items COMPLETION DEADLINE DATE DAY OF COURT OF HONOR CEREMONY Items to bring: Programs Master of Ceremonies extra copies Eagle Scout pins Scarf and tie Flag for presentation Food Cake Page 41

42 EAGLE SCOUT COURT OF HONOR STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHEET COURT OF HONOR DATE TODAY S DATE OBJECTIVES STRATEGIES/STEPS PERSON ACCOUNTABLE COMPLETION DEADLINE DATE Page 42

43 EAGLE COURT OF HONOR (Scouts Name) B.S.A. Troop (Date) Congratulatory Remarks Page 43

44 EAGLE COURT OF HONOR (Scouts Name) B.S.A. Troop (Date) Guest Sign In Page 44

45 EAGLE COURT OF HONOR (Scouts Name) B.S.A. Troop (Date) Gift and Cards Log Page 45

46 Date: Honorable Address City, State Zip Dear Congressman/Senator/Assemblyman, I am proud to inform you that my son of Boy Scout Troop recently completed all requirements for the rank of Eagle Scout. His Court of Honor ceremony is scheduled for, 20 at the located in the city of, in the state of. I know that would be honored to receive a letter or certificate from you congratulating him on this singular accomplishment. Your commendation will be read at his Court of Honor, then bound and preserved as a lifelong remembrance of his achievement. For his Eagle Service project, Please address your correspondence to Eagle Scout at the address below. Many thanks for helping family, community and Troop commemorate this important event in his young life. Sincerely, Address City, State, Zip Page 46

47 Sample of Actual Letter January 24, 2002 Honorable Elton Gallegly 300 Esplanade Drive Suite 1800 Oxnard, CA Dear Congressman Gallegly: I am proud to inform you that my son of Boy Scout Troop has recently completed all requirements for the rank of Eagle Scout. His Court of Honor ceremony is scheduled for May 4 at the Church in, California. I know that would be honored to receive a letter or certificate from you congratulating him on this singular accomplishment. Your commendation will be read at his May 4 Court of Honor, then bound and preserved as a lifelong remembrance of his achievement. For his Eagle Service project, recruited and organized his fellow scouts to solicit supplies and funds for a transitional homeless shelter in our community. This project resulted in $500 worth of toiletries and an additional $400 in cash to purchase bedding, underwear, socks and similar items for the homeless. He also has earned 23 merit badges and logged more than 1000 volunteer hours in support of the terminally ill patients at TLC Home Hospice. Please address your correspondence to Eagle Scout at the address below. Many thanks for helping family, community and Troop commemorate this important event in his young life. Sincerely, Page 47

48 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: CONTACT: PHONE: EAGLE SCOUT COURT OF HONOR, of the city of will be receiving his Eagle Scout award,, at. He is a member of Boy Scout Troop, which meets weekly at. Friends, Family and Acquaintances are invited to attend. KEY PRESENTERS: These presenters are comprised of the previous and current Scout Masters, Troop Leaders and Troop Officials who s leadership and guidance paved the way for to attain his Eagle Scout Rank. will be the Master of Ceremony, will present the Trail of the Eagle, will present the Voice of the Eagle, will Recognize the Candidate, will Challenge the Candidate and will present the Eagle Charge. To earn the highest award has earned merit badges, served as a leader in his troop and completed a major community service project. Eagle Scout project was to benefit Eagle Scout project was organized Boy Scout troop. The troop helped He prepared posters and flyers to advertise the need for donations. Page 48

49 raised approximately. In addition to his Eagle Scout project, will be honored by future plans include Page 49

50 PRESS RELEASE Sample FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: APRIL 25, 2002 CONTACT: SHELLEY CHILTON PHONE: EAGLE SCOUT COURT OF HONOR, of Moorpark will be receiving his Eagle Scout award, Saturday, May 4, 2002 at 11:00 am. He is a member of Boy Scout Troop, which meets weekly at United Methodist Church. Friends, Family and Acquaintances are invited to attend. KEY PRESENTERS: These presenters are comprised of the previous and current Scout Masters, Troop Leaders and Troop Officials who s leadership and guidance paved the way for to attain his Eagle Scout Rank. will be the Master of Ceremony, will present the Trail of the Eagle, will present the Voice of the Eagle, will Recognize the Candidate, will Challenge the Candidate and will present the Eagle Charge. To earn the highest award has earned 23 merit badges, served as a leader in his troop and completed a major community service project. Eagle Scout project was to benefit the Rain Project, which is a transitional homeless shelter located in. The project is in need of money to help these families; the project has limited funds and cannot provide enough cloths, toiletries, etc. Eagle Scout project was to assist the shelter with toiletries, such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, diapers, assorted baby supplies, lotion, shampoo, conditioner, razors, etc. organized Boy Scout troop to solicit for donations in front of the super markets in. (Albertson s and Vons). He prepared posters and flyers to advertise the need for donations, and a shopping list for people to take with them while shopping. They were also welcome to make a cash donation. raised approximately $ in toiletries, and $ in cash to purchase bedding, underwear, socks, pillows etc. For men, women and children. Page 50

51 Press release Page 2 Eagle Scout In addition to his Eagle Scout project, he has donated approximately 1000 volunteer hours to Tender Loving Care Home Hospice, which cares for the terminally ill. He has participated in visits with patients, office work, special holiday projects and ceremonies. is also will be honored by the County Indian Education Consortium will present with a special certificate of recognition for his achievement on Friday, May 10, 2002 at Middle School in. Upon graduation from High School, will enter the U.S Navy where he will undergo training to become a crewmember in naval aviation. He has dreamed of working in aviation and becoming a pilot since he was little and looks forward to the opportunities awaiting him. Page 51

52 FLAG PRESENTATION BY THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE FLAG BEING PRESENTED TO TODAY FOR HIS COURT OF HONOR WAS FLOWN OVER THE UNITED STATES CAPITOL ON AT THE REQUEST OF THE HONORABLE, MEMBER OF CONGRESS. hands the flag to Eagle Scout. Page 52

53 EAGLE COURT OF HONOR B.S.A. Troop (date) MUSIC PROGRAM =>(Don t forget to buy the Music CD CD SONG SELECTION SEATING OF GUEST SONG PRIOR TO CEREMONY OPENING (*At conclusion of this song the Flags Ceremony should begin) * SONGS AFTER CEREMONY Page 53

54 SAMPLE MUSIC PROGRAM CD SONG SELECTION SEATING OF GUEST STARS & STRIPES #3 Grand old Flag #6 America the Beautiful #12 Star Spangled Banner PROUD TO BE AMERICAN #3 Born in the USA SONG PRIOR TO CEREMONY OPENING STARS & STRIPES #7 God Bless the USA (*At conclusion of this song the Flags Ceremony should begin) *PROUD TO BE AMERICAN #4 Proud to be an American SONGS AFTER STARS & STRIPES #10 Semper Fidelis CEREMONY #11 My Country Tis of Thee PROUD TO BE AMERICAN #7 I will remember you Page 54

55 Troop Inventory Eagle Light Box Eagle Candle Log Eagle Scout Symbol Eagle Card Holder Board Eagle Cards 5 Flag Straps 5 Pairs of White Gloves 1 Flag Pole Top Extension Cord (Flags if needed to be transported) ITEMS TO PURCHASE: ITEMS FOR EAGLE SCOUT CEREMONY ADDITIONAL ITEMS TO BRING Page 55

56 SAMPLE EAGLE COURT SET UP Stage Set-up The Church has tables to use, drape Eagle Flag or other Ceremony Cloths Candles (Back) and Eagle Card on Table (Front) Eagles Nest Eagle Scout Piano Bench Eagle Light Box Pulpit AUDIENCE Page 56

57 (Sample biography) BIOGRAPHY Eagle Scout Court of Honor (Date) By Shelley Chilton entrance into this world was a joyous event to his family. He was born, the day after weekend, after three days of intense early labor contractions. is my first of four labors of love. When the nurse handed to me, he resembled a 5-pound sack of sugar. He only weighed a little over 5 pounds. He did not stay little for long; he is now about 6 feet tall and counting. I have always equated his growth spurts to his eating habits. As some of you have discovered after a day with he has a ferocious appetite, and consumes mass quantities at mealtime. Not surprising he has done this all his life. I never thought a little boy could be so hungry and eat so much. He had me running to fix his meals. He would scream the until the food hit his mouth, and if I did not feed him fast enough he would scream in between bites. had an amazing talent of observation, curiosity, and determination. He was ever so determined to climb the stairs, stack chairs or steps to reach new heights. At about 7 months old, he tested his abilities by climbing on the outside of a gated staircase. He looked at me and squealed with laughter and delight at his success, my heart stopped. never took a first step but instead stood up one day and ran across the room. Those of us watching could not believe it. He ran from one end of the room to the other. At 14 months old, he begged me to buy him a fat bat, a big plastic bat and ball. He was able to hit 9 out of 10 pitches, showing off his coordination, I knew was in trouble. Page 57

58 displayed his mechanical abilities early too. Page 2 Biography Eagle Scout Court of Honor (Date) He observed me tighten a loose screw on a doorknob one day. When I was not looking, he found the screwdriver and unscrewed the doorknob I had just fixed. We almost lost at the age of 16 months when he became tall enough to reach the safety latch to the backyard pool. He had watched diligently and with his usual determination, and stealth opened the door and climbed into the pool. Luckily, had trained us well enough to panic and run in search of him the moment there was quiet. has given me many episodes of shear terror. He has sprained his elbow, broken his finger, been shot with a BB gun, and while I was carrying him he survived a vicious dog attack. I have thanked God everyday for the gift of life and his good health. Since was so rambunctious, I thought channeling his energy might be helpful so I enrolled in Tae Kwon Do, where he received his Red Belt prior to us moving to. I was ever grateful for these lessons in discipline and the self-confidence he gained. had always wanted to join the boy scouts and we had the good fortune to join troop. So many Scoutmasters, Scout Leaders and Troop Officials have played an important part in life.. Their dedication, sacrifice, patience, perseverance, and examples have made it possible for and so many other worthy young men to aspire and achieve their Eagle Scout. We cannot thank you enough, and God bless you. Page 58

59 Page 3 Biography Eagle Scout Court of Honor (date) I am so very proud to be mom and that he achieved his Eagle Scout. has always had a great sense of humor and the ability to laugh at him self and others, which has helped him to overcome lives obstacles. I pray he will always have this talent. Upon graduation from High School, will enter the U.S Navy where he will undergo training to become a crewmember in naval aviation. He has dreamed of working in aviation and becoming a pilot since he was little and looks forward to the opportunities awaiting him. I am trusting in God to keep him safe once again, since I will not be there to protect him on this journey. Thank you all for coming and being part of this special day. I would like to conclude by reciting these famous words of inspiration from President Theodore Roosevelt. please remember: It is not the critic who counts, not the man who points out how the strong man stumbled, or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena: whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood: who strives valiantly: who errs and comes short again and again: who knows the great enthusiasm, the great devotions, and spends himself in worthy cause: who, at the best, know in the end the triumph of high achievements: and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory or defeat. Page 59

60 (sample acceptance speech) Eagle Scout Acceptance Speech Eagle Court of Honor (date) I would first like to say thank you to all of you for coming and sharing this special day. I would like to thank all my scoutmasters, leaders and scout officials that have helped me through the years. Their encouragement, enthusiasm and examples have helped me to attain my Eagle. I want to say a special thanks to my Grandparents. My Grandma and Grandpa, and Grandpa. They did not realize they were the decorating, cooking, and planning committee. They worked relentlessly and without them, this could not have been possible. They pushed me through the tough spots, and stood behind me not letting me fall. Then without the help of mom, my eagle would not be possible. She planned this all and with the help of my grandparents and my dad she was able to pull this wonderful ceremony off. When I first came into the Boy Scouts, I was extremely shy. However, as time went on I was more willing to take charge of the situations that challenged me. This is one of several qualities I have gained from scouting. The others are self-confidence, willingness to help, and always wanting to make people feel better. As I meet people, I try to leave a long lasting good impression on them that way I know I have touched somebody. I will also go out of my way to help people. People tell me I am outgoing. I believe that when I had to repeat the scout oath and law repeatedly it made me realize this is what a scout is. Looking up to my different leaders, I have noticed they also are very out going and will try to help people in anyway, they can. Page 60

61 Eagle Scout Acceptance Speech Eagle Court of Honor (date) Page 2 There were times when I did not know if I could achieve the rank of Eagle. I then had to say to myself, How can I not attain the Eagle Rank. Then I would think of the troop leaders and their dedication. They have all gone out of their way to help participate in my life while I was working to achieve each rank. and today they are here to see me to the highest rank and achievement. I can proudly say I have learned from the best, and will carry the memory of this special event always. I am so proud to be able to stand before you today having achieved my Eagle. I know I will be an Eagle Scout the rest of my life. Thank you Page 61

62 NEXT PAGES ARE LANDSCAPED FOR INVITATIONS, PROGRAMS, AND THANK YOU CARDS. THE FOLLOWING ARE SAMPLES FOR YOU TO USE WHEN. ( I have provided these pages for you now in Word so that you may alter and adjust them to suit your child.) Page 62

63 The Family Invites you to take part in Honoring the accomplishment of EAGLE SCOUT BSA Troop On the front cover Eagle Scout Emblem (Inside pages) Page 63 At his Court of Honor on (Date) (Time) Church, CA Reception/Lunch to follow Please RSVP by April 29, 2002 ( ) -

64 Thank you for your generous & thoughtful gift. You helped to make this day very special. On the front cover Eagle Scout Emblem (inside pages) Sincerely,,Eagle Scout Page 64

65 (NAME OF SCOUT) Eagle Scout B.S.A. Troop LEADERSHIP POSITIONS Assistant Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader, Scribe, Troop Guide, Cheer Master, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Historian MERIT BADGES *Camping, *Citizen in Community, *Citizen in World, *Citizen in Nation, Climbing, *Communications, *Environmental Science, *Family Life, Fingerprinting, *First Aid, Ice Skating, Indian Lore, *Lifesaving, *Personal Fitness, *Personal Management, Pets, Rifle, Rowing, Safety, Shotgun, Skiing, *Swimming, Woodcarving. (*Required for Eagle Scout) RANK ADVANCEMENT Joined Boy Scouts in 1996 Tenderfoot 9/96 2 nd Class 12/96 1 st Class 3/97 Star 1/99 Life 3/01 Eagle 12/01 The family extends its appreciation to the adult leaders of Troop for their dedication, sacrifice, patience, perseverance, example and continued support of the Boy Scout Program in. Thanks also to the leaders and congregation of Church for their support of Troop. May God bless all of you. (Inside pages) EAGLE COURT OF HONOR In recognition of B.S.A. Troop (date) MASTER OF CEREMONIES: ROLAND OUELLETTE PRESENTATION OF COLORS HONOR GUARD WELCOME INVOCATION INTRODUCTION OF HONORED GUESTS LIGHTING OF THE CANDLES OPENING OF THE EAGLE COURT GATHERING OF THE EAGLES NEST TRAIL TO THE EAGLE PRESENTATION OF EAGLE CANDIDATE VOICE OF THE EAGLE BIOGRAPHY OF CANDIDATE RECOGNIZE THE CANDIDATE LIGHTING OF THE BADGE CHALLENGE TO THE CANDIDATE EAGLE CHARGE PRESENTATION OF FAMILY INVESTITURE CANDIDATE S MOMENT SPECIAL PRESENTATION S AUDIENCE SHARING PRESENTATION TO THE EAGLE S NEST ADJOURN EAGLE COURT BENEDICTION RETIRE COLORS RECEPTION SOUND HONOR GUARD HONOR GUARD HONOR GUARD Our thanks and gratitude to the Church, Troop and the Citizens of. Thanks, too, for all who supported the Rain Project, a transitional homeless shelter, which selected as his community service project. Page 65

66 EAGLE SCOUT HONOR ROLL B.S.A. TROOP (Scouts Name) TROOP EAGLE SCOUT COURT OF HONOR (Date) CHURCH (Front and Back Pages) Page 66

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68 Important Numbers for supplies and special orders: Paper Office Depot Office Max Staples Call in local area to check paper warehouse supplier Decorations: Party America Party supply stores in your local area. Invitation Printing: Post Net Mail Boxes, etc. or similar types stores have color printers Cake and Food Local Grocery stores usually have the most reasonably priced cakes. Bulk Food and Food Supplies Smart & Final Costco Sam's Club Check in your local area for food warehouse suppliers Scouting Supplies BSA Local District Office National Eagle Scout Association Government Officials White House Senate, Legislature (Don't forget Local clubs, City and County Officials, they may also attend to present the Flag or Awards) Page 68

69 Eagle Scout Court of Honor Chilton Enterprises 207 W. Los Angeles Ave. #206 Moorpark, CA (805) Page 69