Troop 101 Program Feedback and Satisfaction Questionaire

Boy Scouts of America
Troop 101 ~ Northborough, MA

based on the BSA Aims and Methods of Scouting

Please be sure to reference the BSA Aims and Methods of Scouting when answering questions.

This questionnaire is designed to be a collaborative effort by parents and Scouts. Many of the criteria require the collaboration of both to complete. These statements are aligned with the Aims and Methods of Scouting found in the pages provided earlier, taken from the Boy Scouts of America Scoutmaster Handbook.

In each of the following statements, please select the response that matches your own feelings concerning the statements. ( 1 for Strongly Disagree, 2 for Disagree, 3 for Neutral, 4 for Agree and 5 for Strongly Agree). To add any comments for any of the criteria, please list the criterion number and add your comments in the space provided. All comments are welcome and will be kept strictly confidential. If you decide to include your name, only the Committee Chairman will have that information and it will only be for follow up purposes if deemed appropriate.

1 - Ideals of Scouting - The ideals of Boy Scouting are spelled out in the Scout Oath, the Scout Law, the Scout motto, and the Scout slogan. The Boy Scout measures himself against these ideals and continually tries to improve. The goals are high, and as he reaches for them, he has some control over what and who he becomes.
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1a - The Troop 101 Program encourages Scouts to live the Scout Oath and Scout Law -

1b - The Troop 101 Program appropriately challenges the 11 to 13 year old Scout -

1c - The Troop 101 Program appropriately challenges the 13 to 15 year old Scout -

1d - The Troop 101 Program appropriately challenges the 15 to 17 year old Scout -

Section 1 Comments:

2 - Patrol Method - The patrol method gives Boy Scouts an experience in group living and participating citizenship. It places responsibility on young shoulders and teaches boys how to accept it. The patrol method allows Scouts to interact in small groups where members can easily relate to each other. These small groups determine troop activities through elected representatives. Outdoor Programs
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2a - The troop adequately teaches / utilizes the 'Patrol' method -

2b - My son understands and is comfortable with the 'Patrol' method -

2c - My son enjoys being with his patrol -

2d - My son's patrol is able to perform well as a team in the activities of the troop -

Troop Meetings

2e - The activities within the troop meeting reinforce the purpose of Scouting -

2f - I understand the goals of each Troop meeting -

2g - The troop meeting is an effective use of my time -

2h - My scout learns things at each troop meeting -

2i - I have often observed boys demonstrating leadership skills at troop meetings -

Section 2 Comments:

3 - Outdoors - Boy Scouting is designed to take place outdoors. It is in the outdoor setting that Scouts share responsibilities and learn to live with one another. In the outdoors the skills and activities practiced at troop meetings come alive with purpose. Being close to nature helps Boy Scouts gain an appreciation for the beauty of the world around us. The outdoors is the laboratory in which Boy Scouts learn ecology and practice conservation of nature's resources.
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Activities/Trips (Camping Trips, excursions, summer camp, etc.)

3a - The trips organized by the troop reinforce the purpose of Scouting -

3b - The cost of trips is reasonable for the experiences gained -

3c - The frequency and number of trips is appropriate -

3d - Creating new types of trips and not repeating the same trips every year is the best practice -

Outdoors - Outdoor Skills (First Aid, Knot tying, cooking, camping skills, etc)

3e - The troop adequately teaches / utilizes outdoor skills -

3f - My son understands and is comfortable with outdoor skills -

3g - My son has ample opportunities to practice his outdoor skills -

3h - I have observed my son practicing outdoor skills -

Section 3 Comments:

4 - Advancement - Boy Scouting provides a series of surmountable obstacles and steps in overcoming them through the advancement method. The Boy Scout plans his advancement and progresses at his own pace as he meets each challenge. The Boy Scout is rewarded for each achievement, which helps him gain self-confidence. The steps in the advancement system help a Boy Scout grow in self-reliance and in the ability to help others.
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4a - The troop adequately provides a process of advancement for each scout -

4b - My son is satisfied with his rate of advancement -

4c - My son understands how to advance -

4d - My son understands the Merit Badge program -

4e - My son is satisfied with the amount of opportunities to earn Merit Badges -

Section 4 Comments:

5 - Association With Adults - Adult Leadership - Boys learn a great deal by watching how adults conduct themselves. Scout leaders can be positive role models for the members of the troop. In many cases a Scoutmaster who is willing to listen to boys, encourage them, and take a sincere interest in them can make a profound difference in their lives.
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5a - The troop leadership provides a quality program for the scouts -

5b - The troop provides a suitable environment fostering the purpose of scouting -

5c - The Adult Leadership knows how my son is progressing through advancements -

5d - The troop emphasizes an appropriate level of discipline and sense of personal responsibility -

5e - The Adult Leadership takes a personal interest in my son's involvement with the troop -

5f - My son receives the proper amount of coaching / mentoring -

Section 5 Comments:

6 - Personal Growth - Recognition - As Boy Scouts plan their activities and progress toward their goals, they experience personal growth. The Good Turn concept is a major part of the personal growth method of Boy Scouting. Boys grow as they participate in community service projects and do Good Turns for others. Probably no device is as successful in developing a basis for personal growth as the daily Good Turn. The religious emblems program also is a large part of the personal growth method. Frequent personal conferences with his Scoutmaster help each Boy Scout to determine his growth toward Scouting's aims.
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6a - There are sufficient opportunities for Service projects within the troop -

6b - The Service projects reinforce the Scouting ideal and experience for my -

6c - I understand the Religious Awards program of Scouting -

6d - My son understands the Religious Awards program of Scouting -

6e - My son understands how to pursue his faith's religious award program -

6f - My son's involvement in Scouting helps him develop qualities of good citizenship -

6g - My son's involvement in Scouting helps him develop strong values (I.e. Scout recognizes the value and wants to adapt the qualities of the Scout Law: trustworthy, loyal, kind, etc.) -

6h - My son's involvement in Scouting helps him develop qualities of good character -

6i - The troop encourages mental and physical fitness -

Section 6 Comments:

7 - Leadership Development - The Boy Scout program encourages boys to learn and practice leadership skills. Every Boy Scout has the opportunity to participate in both shared and total leadership situations. Understanding the concepts of leadership helps a boy accept the leadership role of others and guides him toward the citizenship aim of Scouting.
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7a - The troop offers sufficient leadership opportunities for my scout -

7b - My son understands how to pursue opportunities for leadership skill development -

7c - The adult leadership works with my son on leadership skill development -

7d - My son is acquiring leadership skills through his participation in the Troop 101 program -

7e - I have observed boys demonstrating leadership skills at troop events -

Section 7 Comments:

8 - Uniform - The uniform makes the Boy Scout troop visible as a force for good and creates a positive youth image in the community. Boy Scouting is an action program, and wearing the uniform is an action that shows each Boy Scout's commitment to the aims and purposes of Scouting. The uniform gives the Boy Scout identity in a world brotherhood of youth who believe in the same ideals. The uniform is practical attire for Boy Scout activities and provides a way for Boy Scouts to wear the badges that show what they have accomplished.
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8a - I understand the purpose of the Uniform within the Scouting program -

8b - My son understands the purpose of the Uniform within the Scouting program -

8c - My son clearly understands and is able to follow the Uniform Policy of the troop -

8d - The troop's Uniform Policy enhances the team aspect of scouting -

Section 8 Comments:

Annual Planning - Our Annual Planning Conference (APC) will create the structure for our Scouting Program for the upcoming year. In order to provide input into our annual planning process which will create the structure for our Scouting Program for the upcoming year - please identify any trips, activities or skills that you would like the Troop to participate in or focus on. For example: canoeing, orienteering, hiking, backpacking, wilderness survival, biking, cooking, etc.

Summer Camp - Troop 101 believes it is important for as many members of the Troop to attend summer camp together as possible.

Research has shown that during summer camp, boys are in an environment that provides them with critical elements of healthy youth development; time to consider and reflect on their place in life; shape strong personal values and character. The boys are encouraged to take a part in decisions that impact others, reflect on personal values, participate in patriotic activities regarding American citizenship, and experience personal growth through service.

Summer camp is an outdoor classroom in which boys test themselves. They test their skills, as well as their courage to try new things. The "hidden value" of Scout camp will benefit your son for a lifetime!

Summer Camp is a week long event and is typically around $300. Is your scout going to attend summer camp?
yes
no
maybe

If your Scout is not planning on attending summer camp with the Troop, please indicate why?
Conflicts with family vacation
Financial concerns
Lack of interest
Need More Info
Other - please comment

High Adventure - For our older scouts (at least 14 and First Class rank), we offer the opportunity to participate in High Adventure trips. Recently we have paddled in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in MN, hiked the Rockies at Philmont Scout Ranch and ventured through the Allagash Wilderness Waterway. The costs of these trips can vary from approximately $500 to $1,500 (for a Philmont Scout Ranch trip).
Is your Scout interested in participating in a High Adventure trip?
yes
no
maybe

If your Scout is not interested in attending a high adventure trip with the Troop, please indicate why?
Conflicts with family vacation
Financial concerns
Lack of interest
Need More Info
Not old enough yet (doesnt meet requirements)
Other - please comment

Demographics:
Who is participating in filling out this survey (check all applicable):

Parent

Scout

Adult Leader

Scouts AGE: scouts Rank: FAMILY NAME (optional):

Parents:
The troop is always looking for support and opportunities for parent's to become involved in our Scouting program to make it even better. If you are interested in getting more involved, please check here and contact our Scoutmaster / Committee Chairman .