Ensure the health, well being, and behavior of your patrol
Communication
The Patrol Leader must be in communication with all members of his patrol.
Types of Communication
E-mail
One of the primary forms of communication within Troop 55 is e-mail.
Scout forwarding addresses and the individual addresses they are comprised of are listed on the Patrol Roster page.
Using the forward address (first.last@troop55htx.com), will send to scout and their parents.
E-mails have the benefit of being read at the recipients leisure; however, this often means they are not read in a timely manner if at all. You must follow up.
Phone or Text
Try to assemble a list of your patrol member’s phone numbers (or their parent’s numbers).
A phone call or a text will often ensure your recipient has received the communication
Group Text or Chat
Many patrols will set up group chats using iMessage, Google Chat, or other means.
Do your best to pick a medium that does not exclude members of your patrol who might not have the proper device or permissions.
Ensure all discussions abide by the Scout Oath and Law and try to keep them focused on Scouting.
If you are consistently unable to contact a listed member of your patrol, reach out to an Assistant Scoutmaster for help.
Maintain consistent communication with the Senior Patrol Leader or Assistant Senior Patrol Leader assigned to your section of patrols.
Copy your PASM on any communication to your patrol
Set a Good Example
Live by the Scout Oath and Law
Wear your uniform correctly and regularly
Listen respectfully when others are speaking
Demonstrate regular attendance
Managing your Patrol
Delegate duties
If the Patrol is unable to attend a troop event, he MUST designate a member of his patrol to serve as Patrol Leader in his absence.
Prior to every troop campout, the Patrol Leader must create a duty roster (consisting of the below positions) and show to the Patrol’s PASM
Patrol Leader
Grubmaster
The Patrol Leader is to provide the Grubmaster with accurate attendance expectations ahead of the campout
The Patrol Leader should review the Grubmaster’s menu and shopping plan prior to submitting to Adult Leadership
The Patrol Leader is ultimately responsible for the success or failure of his patrol’s meal planning, and should supervise the Grubmaster accordingly
Quartermaster
The Quartermaster is tasked with preparing the patrol’s Action Packer and transporting it to and from the campout.
The Patrol Leader is ultimately responsible for the success or failure of his patrol’s meal prep, and should supervise the Quartermaster accordingly
Assistant Grubmasters
Fire/Stove Tenders
Kitchen Clean-Up Positions
Campsite Clean-up
Discipline and Well Being
The health, well being, and behavior of the Patrol is the responsibility of the Patrol Leader
If you have issues with scouts participating in risky behaviors, being unkind to others, etc. bring it to the attention of your PASM or another Scoutmaster.
