Meet the Team! Why do you love working for Girl Scouts?
Check out this Q&A with our Program Directors, then meet the programming staff!
If you could earn any Girl Scout badge, what would you choose? Taryn : If I could earn a Girl Scout badge, it would be the Science of Happiness! I studied Behavior Science in college and love how you can train your brain! OR I love the SOW What? Journey too! Tracy : I know it's not a badge, but I love the Gold Award so much! I really wish I could earn it. Lauren : I would earn the Ambassador Water Badge. I love all things outdoor and love being in the water!
What’s your favorite winter tradition? Taryn : My favorite winter tradition is enjoying the Christmas lights and candlelight during the winter months. I lived in Germany for a little while and loved their charming traditional Christmas markets and ice skating – everyone should experience that! Tracy : I love hiking in the snow! My favorite winter GS traditions are Yule Log and Rolling in the Dough. Lauren : On the first big snow day of every winter, I take my niece and my nephews out for a sledding day. It’s my favorite tradition every winter!
Taryn : I love working for Girl Scouts because it gives me a chance to experience things I wish I got to as a student. We get amazing behind the scenes and unique opportunities and I get to tag along!! Tracy : The people and the adventures. I have been to places and met people I never would have if I worked somewhere else. From all our amazing girls and volunteers to Supreme Court justices and Nobel Peace Prize winners, the humans have been the highlight. A close second has been the places. Because of Girl Scouts I have traveled the world, slept at the Nelson Atkins Art museum, stood on the pitch at CPKC stadium, walked the track at the K, and so much more. Lauren : Definitely the people. Our team at Girl Scouts is absolutely incredible – we help each other out, we work together well, and we have tons of fun!
Meet the programming staff!
Anna Schmidt Adventure Program Specialist
– Anna Schmidt joined the Outdoor team in 2021. She is a Gold Award Alum and loves Dr. Pepper, hiking, and her cats, Shady and Pluck!
Elle Walsh Outdoor Program Specialist
– Elle Walsh joined the council this year as the Outdoor Program Specialist. She has brought her passion for all things nature and wellness, including yoga, cooking, hiking, reading, and climbing!
Sierra Daniels Girl Program Specialist (K-5)
– Sierra Daniels joined the council this year as the K-5 Girl programs Specialist. She loves her cats and dog, reading, and visiting new places!
Michelle Schmidt Girl Program Specialist (Teens)
– Michelle Schmidt is the Teen Program Specialist and has been with the GSKSMO since 2018, recovering from many years as a classroom teacher. Michelle loves her chickens, hiking, and dancing.
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