Yes, the swimmer may use side stroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl (freestyle).
Can I wear goggles?
Yes, the requirements state that the swimmer may wear swim goggles to avoid eye irritation.
I received a message that my Health Form was incomplete. How do I resolve the issues?
The Annual Health Form is a complex document and there are many different fields that can go overlooked. It is important that all fields are completed in order to comply with Scouting America’s policies (and be covered under our insurance). Our Leaders and the medial teams at camps we may attend will scrutinize the documentation submitted to ensure completeness.
Click here to read our article about common Health Form Issues.
School was cancelled or delayed today. Will we still have a meeting / depart for an event?
Troop 457 takes cues from Seneca Valley School District for determining weather-related cancellations, however a school cancellation does not mean our Troop meeting is cancelled. We will always try to offer our meetings virtually before we fully cancel the meeting (although this is not always feasible based on the planned activity).
Our leaders will evaluate the closure and current conditions to determine whether to move to a virtual meeting or cancel the meeting. This information will be communicated via TroopTrack email (or text message for urgent cancellations) and on the Troop’s social media accounts.
You and your family’s safety is of the upmost importance. DO NOT attend a meeting if your local conditions are unsafe.
STAY INFORMED
The Troop shares important information about weather-related cancellations using three key channels:
- TroopTrack Emails like this one
- TroopTrack Text Messages for time sensitive communications (INSTRUCTIONS: How to add your mobile number to TroopTrack. Be sure to add “[email protected]” to your contact list to prevent the message from being sent to Spam.)
- The Troop’s Facebook and Instagram accounts
What is a Class B Uniform?
The Class B uniform (also called the Activity Uniform) is a Scouting t-shirt/sweatshirt (shows the fleur de li) and activity appropriate pants or shorts, and an optional scouting cap. Members can order their own Class B uniforms through Play 2 Wear in Cranberry Township at this link: https://troop-457.spiritsale.com/products.
What is a Class A Uniform?
Class A uniforms (also called the Field Uniform) are the button down shirts with all the patches that you typically associate with Scouting. It consists of the khaki button-down shirt, a neckerchief, neckerchief slide, merit badge sash, and patches identifying our Council, Troop and the ranks / awards your Scout has earned. The Class A uniform also includes optional pieces like a hat, belt, and pants.
The Class A uniform is the same for all Scouts BSA members and is defined by the BSA’s Guide to Awards and Insignia (Scouts BSA-specific Guide).
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| Scouts BSA Uniform Shirt (several styles and fabric types are available) |
Scouts BSA Shoulder Loops |
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Scouts BSA Unit Numerals |
World Crest Scout Emblem |
How do I complete a PA Disclosure Statement?
LIVED IN PENNSYLVANIA FOR LESS THAN 10 YEARS?
You are required to obtain a fingerprint-based FBI Criminal Background Check.
- Download the PA Disclosure Statement form.
- Write your name and sign on the line marked “Name” on page 2.
- Have a second adult write in their name and sign the document on the line marked “Witness.”
- Date the document.
How do I complete a Fingerprint-based FBI Criminal Background Check
LIVED IN PENNSYLVANIA FOR 10 (or more) YEARS?
See the instructions for the PA Disclosure Statement. Fingerprint-based FBI Criminal Background Checks are only required if you have not lived in Pennsylvania for the last 10 years.
- Go to https://uenroll.identogo.com
- Enter Service Code 1KG6ZJ
- “Select the State” = Pennsylvania
- “Choose your agency” = DHS-OCYF
- “Reason for Fingerprinting” = DHS-Volunteer
- Follow all instructions necessary to complete the application and fingerprinting process.
A fee may apply to fingerprint-based clearances. Save a copy of your receipt and the Troop will reimburse you for this cost.
How do I complete a PA Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance?
- Go to https://www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home
- Select “Create Individual Account” to begin the process.
- Once on the application page, select “Volunteer” as the Application Purpose.
- For questions relating to the PA Child Abuse History Clearance, contact the ChildLine Verification Unit at 1-877-343-0494, or (717) 783-6211.
Results may take several weeks to be returned.
How do I complete the Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Check?
- Go to https://epatch.state.pa.us
- Click on “New Record Check (Volunteer)”
- Check box and click Accept.
- Fill in all information required.
- Once your request has finished processing, do one of the following:
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- If message received is “NO RECORD FOUND”, print the Record Check Request Results page clearly showing your Control # and “No Record.”
- If a criminal record IS found, submit the report detailing the criminal record found (which will be mailed to you) to the BSA Scout Executive.
If you have questions, please call: Toll Free at 1-888-783-7972, or (717) 783-9973.