Scouts / Guides
Introduction
Scouting and Guiding are two global movements that have left an indelible mark on the lives of countless young individuals around the world. These organizations, founded on principles of personal development, community engagement, and outdoor exploration, have been shaping the character and values of young people for over a century. In this introduction, we delve into the fascinating world of Scouts and Guides, exploring their origins, core principles, and the profound impact they continue to have on youth worldwide. From fostering leadership skills to promoting environmental stewardship, the Scouts and Guides are powerful platforms that empower young individuals to become responsible, compassionate, and confident citizens of our ever-evolving global community. Join us on this journey as we unravel the rich history and enduring relevance of Scouts and Guides, celebrating their commitment to preparing our youth for a brighter, more responsible future.
Scouts and Guides At Don Bosco
- To learn about the biodiversity in the school premises.
- To conserve the natural resources like air, water, soil and biomass.
- To acquaint the students with alternative method to reduce the generation of waste.
- To develop gardening skills to grow different types of gardens and green walls.
- To make students familiar with the different trees and plants around our school.
- To make students aware of the conservation of resources and to work towards creating a green world.
Objectives
- To promote character building of young ones
- To develop habits of observation, discipline and self reliance
- To offer services useful to the community.
- To promote physical, mental, social and spiritual development.
- To develop skills needed for social service.
- To inculcate and promote reverence for God/Dharma and self.
- To develop awareness of the importance of self-defence, environment a natural resources and promote self-dependance.
Vision
To be the Ceading provider of progressive outdoor-Gased non-formal education committed to develop morally straight, disciplined, concorned, solf rociant citizons in the best tradition of World Scouting and Guiding.
Mission
- To inculcate in our Scouts and Guides love for God, country and fellowmen;
- To prepare the youth for responsible leadership; and
- To contribute to Guilding of nation according to the ideals, principles and program of Scouting and Guiding
Scout Law
A Scout is:
Trustworthy..
…Loyal..
..Helpful
Friendly…..Courteous…Kind
Obedient…Cheerful……Thrifty
Brave…Clean…Reverent
Scout Oath
On my honor I will do my best,
To do my duty to God and my country,
and To obey the Scout Law,
To help other people at all times,
To keep myself physically strong,
mentally awake, and morally straight.
MOTTO
Be Prepared….. the meaning of the motto is that a scout must prepare himself by
previous thinking out and practising how
to act on any accident or emergency so
that he is never taken by surprise.
THE SCOUT / GUIDE BADGE
- The cloth badge is worn on the uniform.
- The Scout/Guide badge has a green background, with the Fleur-de-Lis in yellow on it, also it has the Guides Trefoil and the Ashoka Chakra superimposed.
SCOUT SIGN
- THE SCOUT SIGN IDENTIFIES YOU AS A SCOUT /GUIDE ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD.
- USE IT WHENEVER YOU GIVE THE SCOUT OATH OR SCOUT LAW.
SALUTE
A scout salutes with three fingers:
- The index finger
- The ring finger
- And the middle finger
Handshake
SCOUTS AND GUIDES SHAKE HANDS WITH THE LEFT HAND.
Flags of Scouts and Guides
