Renewing the Promise: Girl Scouts in a New Century

Girl Scouts of the USA celebrated 100 years of history and welcomed its new chief executive officer, Anna Maria Chávez, at its National Council Session/52nd Convention in Houston from November 10-13.
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The historic convention, titled Renewing the Promise: Girl Scouts in a New Century, drew some 15,000 girl and adult members, as well as noted celebrities, such as ABC News journalist Katie Couric; Soledad O’Brien, host of CNN’s In America; Robin Roberts, co-anchor of Good Morning America; three-time Grammy-nominated recording artist Sarah Bareilles; Houston Mayor Annise D. Parker; actress and philanthropist Marlee Martin; gospel singer Yolanda Adams; and actress Monique Coleman, who starred in the High School Musical films.
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Below you will find some fun and inspiring videos from the convention. We encourage you all to read them and really listen to this exciting movement that we are a part of. Disclaimer: you might want to keep a box of tissue handy, because you WILL get emotional!
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Ana Maria Chavez, our new National CEO’s amazing motivation talk in two parts:

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The Opening Ceremony:

Day 2 at the Convention:

Day 3 at the Convention:

Day 4 at the Convention:

Day 5 at the Convention:

The Closing Ceremonies:

Our local videos and pictures will be up soon!

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