Troop Cheermaster

General

·        The Troop Cheermaster reports to the Operations Assistant Senior Patrol Leader.  The Troop Cheermaster coordinates with the Cheermaster Mentor.

·        Troop Cheermaster is an important position requiring a minimum of 70% attendance.  If you are unable to perform a job function, it is your responsibility to find and designate a trained and qualified replacement, and to notify the Patrol Leader of the change before the date of that function.

·        As an important Troop position, you must meet the highest standards for attitude, attendance, and appearance.  You must exemplify the Scout Oath and Law.

Upon election

·        Evaluate the condition of the Troop’s spirit with the Cheermaster Mentor.  Determine if patrol yells, troop yells, patrol songs, and patrol symbols are being utilized.  Develop a plan of action to encourage the use of patrol and troop symbols and spirit.

·        Identify the goals for your position and for your personal advancement.  These goals will be listed as short term, three months, and long term, six months.  The goals must be measurable, achievable and meaningful.

One Time

·        Be present at the Junior Leader Training planning conference.

Monthly

·        Verify that Patrol Cheermasters have been designated for upcoming troop activities.

·        Designate a Master of Ceremonies for up-coming campfire.

·        Assist the Patrol Cheermasters in identifying resources for the campfire.  Ensure the required resources are available for the activity.

·        Develop spirit-increasing activities for the troop outing, such as travel tapes, patrol competitions, etc.

·        Track progress of all patrols in achieving the National Honor Patrol Award by all troop patrols[1]

Weekly

·        Recognize patrol progress in spirit development.



1.        [1] Have a patrol name, flag, and yell.  Put the patrol design on equipment and use the patrol yell.  Keep patrol records up to date.

2.        Hold two patrol meetings every month.

3.        Take part in a least one hike, outdoor activity, or other Scouting event.

4.        Complete two Good Turns or service projects approved by the patrol leaders’ council.

5.        Help Two Patrol Members advance one rank.

6.        Wear the full uniform correctly at troop activities (at least 75 percent of the patrol’s membership).

7.        Have a representative attend at least three patrol leaders council meetings.

8.        Have eight members in the patrol or experience an increase in patrol membership.