Pack Committee

Cub Scout - Pack 56

Dixon Elementary School, 2400 Pilgrim Square Drive, Brookfield, WI 53005

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Cub Scout - Pack 56

Dixon Elementary School, 2400 Pilgrim Square Drive, Brookfield, WI 53005

Text Box: Pack 56 Organizational Chart (Click on a position for a brief description - For a full list of position descriptions, click here)

Text Box: Chartered Organization Every Cub Scout pack belongs to an organization with interests similar to those of the BSA. This organization, which might be a church, school, community organization, or group of interested citizens, receives a charter from the BSA to use the Scouting program. This chartered organization provides a suitable meeting place, adult leadership, supervision, and opportunities for a healthy Scouting life for the boys under its care. Ensuring that the Scouting program is conducted according to the policies and regulations of the organization and the Boy Scouts of America Selecting a chartered organization representative to serve as liaison with the pack Appointing a pack committee < Return to Chart > Chartered Organization Representative The chartered organization representative is the direct contact between the pack and the chartered organization. This individual is also the organization's contact with the district committee and the local council. The chartered organization representative may become a member of the district committee and is a voting member of the council. If the chartered organization has more than one unit, one representative serves them all. Help select the right leadership for the unit Promote well-planned unit programs Serve as a liaison between the units and the organization Help with the charter renewal Utilize district help and promote the use of district personnel and materials Represent the organization at the council level < Return to Chart > Pack Committee Every pack is under the supervision of a pack committee. This committee consists of a minimum of three members. Obviously, with a committee of three, members must assume responsibility for more areas of service than with a committee of seven or more, where the responsibilities can be divided among the members. Although packs can and do operate with a minimum of three committee members, experience has shown that a larger committee generally ensures a stronger, more stable pack and is better able to perform all the required functions to ensure a successful pack program. It is also a way of involving more pack families in meaningful service to the pack. Recruit the Cubmaster and one or more assistant Cubmasters, with the chartered organization's approval Coordinate the pack's program and the chartered organization's program through the chartered organization representative Help with pack charter renewal Supervise finances and equipment Work closely with the Cubmaster Ensure that all Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, and Webelos Scouts receive a year-round, quality program < Return to Chart > Pack Committee Chair Maintain a close relationship with the chartered organization representative, keeping this key person informed of the needs of the pack that must be brought to the attention of the organization or the district Report to the chartered organization to cultivate harmonious relations Confer with the Cubmaster on policy matters relating to Cub Scouting and the chartered organization Supervise pack committee operation by Calling and presiding at pack leaders' meetings Assigning duties to committee members Planning for pack charter review, roundup, and reregistration Approving bills before payment by the pack treasurer Conduct the annual pack program planning conference and pack leaders' meetings Recognize the need for more dens, and see that new dens are formed as needed Manage finances through adequate financial records Maintain adequate pack records and take care of pack property If the Cubmaster is unable to serve, assume active direction of the pack until a successor is recruited and registered < Return to Chart > Secretary Keep informed of all Cub Scouting literature, materials, records, and forms to help leaders function effectively. Help new den leaders by telling them what resources are available Acquaint den leaders with the contents of the Pack Record Book so they will know how to supply the information that should be recorded there Maintain up-to-date information on membership, leadership, attendance, and advancement in the Pack Record Book Maintain an inventory of pack property Handle correspondence for the pack. This may include writing letters of appreciation and requests for reservations, or ordering supplies through the local council service center Keep notes on business conducted at pack leaders' meetings. Record only key items such as things needing follow-up or items for the history of the pack Notify leaders of pack leaders' meetings and other activities Provide den leaders with records and forms for meetings < Return to Chart > Treasurer Help the pack committee and Cubmaster establish a sound financial program for the pack with a pack budget plan Open or maintain a bank account in the pack's name and arrange for all transactions to be signed by any two of the Cubmaster, pack committee chair, secretary, or treasurer Approve all budget expenditures. Check all disbursements against budget allowances, and pay bills by check. The pack committee chair should approve bills before payment Collect dues from den leaders at the pack leaders' meeting, preferably in sealed den dues envelopes. Open envelopes in the presence of den leaders. Give receipts for these funds, and deposit the money in the bank account Keep up-to-date financial records. Enter all income and expenditures under the proper budget item in the finance section of the Pack Record Book. Credit each Cub Scout with payment of dues. From time to time, compare the records with those of the den leaders to make sure they agree. Give leadership in developing a coordinated record-keeping system in the pack Be responsible for thrift training within the pack. Encourage each den leader to explain the pack financial plan to each boy and his family so that boys will accept responsibility for paying dues and family members will be alert to opportunities for boys to earn dues money and develop habits of thrift On the request of den leaders, sympathetically counsel with a boy who does not pay dues, determine the reason, and encourage regular payment. If the boy is unable to pay, work out a plan with the Cubmaster and pack committee so that the boy can earn dues Periodically report on the pack's financial condition at the monthly pack leaders' meeting. Make regular monthly reports to the pack committee at the pack leaders' meeting, and report to the chartered organization as often as desirable on the financial condition of the pack Provide petty cash needed by leaders. Keep a record of expenditures Guide the pack in conducting council-approved pack money-earning projects < Return to Chart > Advancement Chair Have a working knowledge of the Tiger Cub, Cub Scout, and Webelos Scout advancement plans Help plan and conduct induction and advancement recognition ceremonies Arrange for Tiger Cub graduation ceremonies with the Cubmaster and Tiger Cub den leader Train parents, guardians, and pack committee members in ways to stimulate Tiger Cub, Cub Scout, and Webelos Scout advancement Arrange for Webelos graduation ceremonies with the Cubmaster, Webelos den leader, and Scoutmaster Promote the use of Tiger Cub, Cub Scout, and Webelos Scout den advancement charts to record advancement in the den and as an incentive for advancement Promote the use of den doodles as a stimulus for advancement Collect den advancement reports at pack leaders' meetings for use when ordering badges and insignia from the local council service center Promote Boys' Life magazine as an aid to advancement Help build or obtain advancement equipment for use in making advancement ceremonies more effective Promote the wearing and proper use of uniform and insignia < Return to Chart > Fundraising Chair Work directly with Rose Wreath during the summer to ensure that the pack has all of the new information for that year’s sale Prepare/distribute the fundraising packets for all scouts in September Working with Leadership and Committee to determine dates and goals Collect Orders from Den leaders and give order to Rose Wreath Arrange for wreath pickup and distribution Collect Money and work with Treasurer Arrange for any prizes for distribution < Return to Chart > Community Chair Stimulate pack service projects in the chartered organization, school, and community Promote family participation in all pack events, such as blue and gold banquets, pack picnics, and other special events Urge pack participation in appropriate programs of the chartered organization, as well as suggest ways of showing interest in the chartered organization's overall program Publicize and promote pack participation in Scouting Anniversary Week activities Circulate Tiger Cub, Cub Scout, and Webelos Scout recruiting fliers and leaflets to invite boys to join. Work with the pack committee to promote new membership. Let the people in the neighborhood know that a Cub Scout pack is available Consider using a monthly or quarterly pack newsletter to inform families of pack plans, guide new parents and guardians in pack policies, and create a feeling of unity among members of the pack family Provide pack announcements for regular release in the official bulletins, newsletters, Web sites, etc., of your chartered organization Make use of the news media in publicizing pack events < Return to Chart > Outings/Camping Chair Help the Cubmaster plan and arrange for external activities Arrange for property, fire, and tour permits when required Locate new picnic areas Arrange for safe transportation when needed Plan first aid for emergencies Help Webelos den leaders plan Webelos overnight campouts. Help arrange for equipment, as needed Arrange for Safe Swim Defense implementation for all outings involving swimming Plan outings to help pack and dens qualify for the National Summertime Pack Award Help inform parents and guardians about opportunities for family camping. Ensure that at least one adult has completed Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) before any pack campout Help promote day camp and resident camp opportunities Be aware of BSA health and safety requirements and see that they are implemented Know and carry out BSA outdoor program policy related to Cub Scouting. Review all activities to ensure that unit leaders comply with BSA policies in the Guide to Safe Scouting < Return to Chart > Membership and Registration Chair Prepare reregistration papers and an annual report to the chartered organization. Secure signatures and registration fees for the coming year Ask the chartered organization representative to submit a charter application and annual report to the chartered organization for approval Arrange for periodic uniform inspections with the unit commissioner. At least a month before charter expiration, also arrange for the annual membership inventory, a uniform inspection, and the annual charter review meeting Help the Cubmaster and chartered organization representative plan and conduct the formal charter presentation Conduct an annual census of boys in the chartered organization for systematic recruitment. Work with pack committee members to promote recruitment plans Visit new families in their homes. Review with them the Bobcat requirements and "Parent Guide" in their son's handbook. Emphasize the part that the family plays in their son's advancement. Stress parent/guardian participation at all pack functions and see that new families are introduced and feel welcome at pack meetings Work with the Cubmaster and pack committee to develop and carry out a plan for year-round membership growth Work with the Cubmaster and pack committee to see that eligible Tiger Cubs transition into a Wolf den at the appropriate time eligible Wolf Cub Scouts or 9-year-old Cub Scouts transition into a Bear den at the appropriate time eligible Bear Cub Scouts or 10-year-old Cub Scouts transition into a Webelos den at the appropriate time Webelos Scouts and parents or guardians have a smooth transition into a Boy Scout troop Work with the Cubmaster in following up on former pack members who are now Boy Scouts and potential den chiefs Follow up on Cub Scout dropouts to help return them to full, active membership < Return to Chart > Pack Trainer The goal of the pack trainer is to have 100 percent of the pack leaders trained in their position responsibilities. New leaders and adult family members should receive orientation within one week of joining the pack, and leaders should receive position-specific training within 30 days. Conducting orientation of new families and pack leaders Encouraging pack leaders to attend Cub Scout Leader Basic Training, which includes New Leader Essentials and Cub Scout Leader Specific Training Helping with Unit Leadership Enhancements during pack leaders' meetings Conducting other training as designated by the district and/or council Encouraging pack leaders to attend ongoing training such as Youth Protection training, roundtable, pow wow, BALOO, Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders, and Wood Badge Remaining current with training material and program updates Keeping track of pack training records < Return to Chart > CubMaster Everything the Cubmaster does is aimed at helping the individual boy. Securing strong leaders, planning den and pack activities, advising other leaders and adult family members—these are all ways in which the Cubmaster affects the kind of Cub Scouting each boy in the pack is offered. The Cubmaster directly influences the lives of individual boys by keeping in mind that boys can become better through Cub Scouting. Conduct a pack program according to the policies of the BSA Attend monthly roundtables Plan and help carry out the Cub Scout program in the pack. This includes leading the monthly pack meeting, with the help of other leaders Help the pack committee with a year-round recruitment plan for recruiting boys into Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouting, and Webelos Scouting Work with the pack committee on (1) program ideas, (2) selecting and recruiting adult leaders, and (3) establishing a budget plan Guide and support den leaders. See that they receive the required training for their positions. Help establish and maintain good relationships with Boy Scout troops Maintain good relationships with parents and guardians. Seek their support and include them in activities. Involve male relatives such as uncles and grandfathers so that Cub Scouts will have additional male role models Guide Cub Scouts in goodwill and conservation projects < Return to Chart > Assistant CubMaster Every pack should have at least one assistant Cubmaster. In most packs, two or three will be helpful, allowing the Cubmaster to divide responsibilities. At least one assistant Cubmaster should be able to replace the Cubmaster's position in case of an emergency. The assistant Cubmaster is recommended by the Cubmaster, approved by the pack committee and chartered organization, and registered as an adult leader of the BSA. Help the Cubmaster as needed. Be ready to fill in for the Cubmaster, if necessary Attend monthly roundtables Supervise den chiefs and see that they are trained Conduct the monthly Den Chief planning meeting for all Den Leaders, Den Co-Leaders, and Den Chiefs to plan and coordinate weekly den meetings and pack meeting participation Work with neighborhood troops that supply den chiefs and into which Webelos Scouts may graduate Work with the pack committee on outings to see that the pack and dens qualify for the National Summertime Pack Award < Return to Chart > Webelos Den Leader Give leadership to planning and carrying out a year-round program of activities for the Webelos den to achieve the purposes of Cub Scouting Complete Webelos den leader Fast Start Training, position-specific Basic Leader Training, and Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders Attend monthly roundtables Encourage Webelos Scouts to advance. Maintain high advancement standards. Keep accurate advancement records and see that the boys are promptly recognized for their achievements Ask qualified people, including adult family members, to serve as activity badge counselors Encourage parents or guardians of Webelos Scouts to help plan and carry out overnight campouts and other outdoor activities. Work with the troop assistant Scoutmaster or Scoutmaster to arrange for the loan of troop equipment for joint Webelos den-troop activities Help the den and the pack earn the National Summertime Pack Award Have a plan to ensure that a leader is available for all Webelos den meetings and activities. Call on the assistant Webelos den leader to fill in, as needed < Return to Chart > Cub Scout Den Leader Give leadership in carrying out the pack program in the den Attend monthly roundtables Help the Cubmaster (or assistant Cubmaster) and pack committee recruit new boys throughout the year Help train the den chief and guide him in working with Cub Scouts. See that he receives recognition for his efforts at den and pack meetings With the assistant den leader, meet with the den chief and let him help plan den meetings and den activities; allow him to serve as den activities assistant Stimulate the Cub Scouts' imaginations on the program theme for the month and help the den prepare its stunts and exhibits for the pack meeting Help the den and pack earn the National Summertime Pack Award Involve den fathers, uncles, and grandfathers in outings and other den activities so that boys will have additional male role models See that a leader is available for all den meetings and activities. Call on the assistant den leader to fill in when necessary < Return to Chart > Tiger Cub Den Leader Give leadership in carrying out the pack program in the den. Attend monthly roundtable meetings. Lead the den in its participation at pack meetings. Coordinate shared leadership among the Tiger Cub adult partners in the den. Ensure that each Tiger Cub and his adult partner have the opportunity to be the host team, planning and executing the den activities, rotating responsibilities monthly. Help the den and pack earn the National Summertime Pack Award. Take part in the annual pack program planning conference and pack leaders' meetings. < Return to Chart > Cub Scout Den Co-Leader The Cub Scout Den Co-Leader shares the work of the Cub Scout den leader and may be called upon to serve as a family contact or record keeper, or to handle other details of den operation. Each den should have at least one Den Co-Leader, and more if needed. Help the den leader as needed Carry out the duties assigned by the den leader Be ready to fill in for the den leader in case of an emergency Help establish a close working relationship with the den leader and den chief, functioning with them as a den leadership team Attend monthly roundtables Take part in the annual pack program planning conference and pack leaders' meetings < Return to Chart > Cub Scout Den Chief Know the purposes of Cub Scouting Help Cub Scouts achieve the purposes of Cub Scouting Serve as the activities assistant at den meetings Set a good example through attitude and proper uniform Be a friend to the boys in the den Help lead weekly den meetings Help the den in its part of the monthly pack meeting Know the importance of the monthly theme and pack meeting plans Meet regularly with the den leader to review den and pack meeting plans. Meet as needed with adult members of the den, pack, and troop Help the denner and assistant denner to be leaders

Matt Levandowski

Patrick Prondzinski

Steve Tacke

Matt Peterson

Dave Ellis

Mike Owens

Aimee Martin

District B Executive

Greg Fischer

Scout Council

Potawatomi Area Council

Chartered Organization

Assistant Cubmaster

Adult Partners