1. The Induction Sequence
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2. Why We Induct Recognize character Fulfill first part of OA purpose:
“To recognize those campers – Scouts and Scouters – who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives and by such recognition cause other campers to conduct themselves in such a manner as to warrant recognition.”
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3. The Induction Sequence
Unit Election
Call-Out
Pre-Ordeal Ceremony
The Ordeal and Its Tests
Ordeal Ceremony
New Member Orientation
Journey to Brotherhood
Brotherhood Ceremony
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4. Ten Induction Principles
provide a framework
serve as interconnected guidelines for us to follow
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5. Organizing Lodge Inductions
organizational structure can be implemented at lodge or chapter level
Different organizational structures OK if functions/responsibilities carried out
Importance of overall youth chairman
Advisers to various committees
Good communication is key!
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6. Evaluating Lodge Inductions
What do we need in order to evaluate effectively?
clear and measurable objectives
identify stakeholders
collect information from stakeholders
time-look over information, identify strengths and weaknesses
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7. Summary Induction fulfills first purpose OA
Induction recognizes AND inspires
Goes from election to Brotherhood
Follow Ten Induction Principles
Organization and evaluation are key
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The Inductions Sequence