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By Victor Rivera, July 8, 2020Texas Education Agency Issues COVID-19 Planning Guidelines for 2020-2021
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has issued planning guidance for the school year 2020-2021. Be sure to review their informative guidelines. Their linked document will help answer some questions regarding back-to-school COVID-19 preventive practices and…
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By Victor Rivera, July 7, 2020Merit Badge Requirements for Swimming and Lifesaving Completed by 85 Local Scouts
Many of us read the “Scouts In Action” features inside Boy’s Life Magazine. Every month acts of heroism are recognized after being vetted by the National BSA Court of Honor. Scouts staying calm while using…
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By Victor Rivera, July 7, 2020eKnowledge SAT/ACT Test Prep for Scouts remains in effect
Attention Scouting families, the “eKnowledge” SAT/ACT Test Prep for Scouts remains in effect (both former and current Scouting families). See the details below. Welcome Boy Scouts of America Your SAT/ACT Prep Is Now STILL Sponsored!…
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By Victor Rivera, July 6, 2020Pack 134 Cub Scouts Crossover
What do Longhorn Council Scouting Units do to prepare for the 4th of July Holiday? Well… Mustang District’s Cub Scout Pack 134 held a bridging ceremony in Haslet where at least 6 Cub Scouts crossed…
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By Victor Rivera, July 3, 2020How Gov. Abbott’s Proclamation Affects Local Scouting
July 3, 2020 Dear Longhorn Council Scouting Family, My hope is that all our Scouts and every member of their families continue to stay well during this challenging time. Yesterday Gov. Greg Abbott…
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By Victor Rivera, July 2, 2020Local Scouts Show Patriotism With Pictures
Longhorn Council Scouting units have a rich history of providing community service and Duty To God And Country, especially during patriotic holidays. You can find them posting flags, retiring flags, or taking part in parades…
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By Victor Rivera, July 2, 2020For July 2020: Camping & Summer MB Academy Updates, Archery Classes added to SR2, Camp Tahuaya has openings, More
Update: I have added our July 1st LHC Newsletter archived link with our special Patriotism “Challenge” at the bottom of this post. and Effective Friday, July 3, 2020, please read: https://www.longhorncouncil.org/how-gov-abbotts-proclamation-affects-local-scouting/ ____________________________________________________________ We have some…
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By Victor Rivera, June 30, 2020College of Commissioner Science: Saturday, August 29, 2020
ATTENTION ALL SCOUT COMMISSIONERS! Make plans to attend the College of Commissioner Science Virtual via ZOOM! DATE: Saturday, August 29, 2020 TIME: 8:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. (opening at 8:00 a.m.) Registration Online only, ending…
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By Victor Rivera, June 30, 2020Breaking News: Mustang District will offer virtual Day Camp July 20-24th
Longhorn Council’s Mustang District will offer a virtual Day Camp from July 20-24th, 2020. Open to all districts in our council, get ready for “Time Travelers Camp In A Box.” Full details are still being…
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By Victor Rivera, June 27, 2020Prevention of Unacceptable Use of Longhorn Council Camp
June 27, 2020 Dear Longhorn Council Scouting Family, I need to let you know of a situation involving Longhorn Council facilities. A non-Scouting organization attempted to rent Sid Richardson Scout Ranch for the purposes of…
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By Victor Rivera, June 26, 2020Join the Membership Facebook Group and IHUB Channel today
Staying connected now and in the future will be easy thanks to our Membership Committee’s effort to put a couple of tools together for us. The Longhorn Council Membership Facebook Group is ready for our…
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By Victor Rivera, June 26, 2020Our Scouts Join Forces To Assist The Fort Worth Association of Federated Women’s Club Inaugural Food Give Away
We applaud the efforts by our Scouting units from the Longhorn Council Western Service Area. Last weekend, Scouts from Trinity Trails District Troop 216 and Lone Star Troop 528 assisted the Tarrant County Food Bank…
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By Victor Rivera, June 26, 2020Open Letter to the Great Volunteers of the Longhorn Council
June 26, 2020 Open Letter to the Great Volunteers of the Longhorn Council, Please join us in offering our heartfelt congratulations to John Coyle on his retirement! We are excited for him as…
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By Victor Rivera, June 25, 2020Longhorn Council, BSA Everyday Preventive Measures against COVID-19 (masks required)
Important announcement, effective Friday, June 26, 2020 ________________________________________ Longhorn Council, BSA Everyday Preventive Measures against COVID-19 Even with these important policies in place, it is critical that we all take these everyday preventive actions to…
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By Victor Rivera, June 25, 2020BSA National answers common questions on its commitment to act against racial injustice
Councils throughout the country and our National Service Center have received many inquiries about the “BSA’s Commitment to Act Against Racial Injustice.” We have the most common questions answered for us and provided by Bryan…
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