Date: Wed Nov 13, 12:00 AM CDT - Sat Nov 08, 11:59 PM CDT
Category:
- Life Skills
Level:
- Juniors,
- Daisies,
- Seniors,
- Cadettes,
- Ambassadors,
- Brownies
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with the OKLA HOMMA
Badge Discovery Kit!
Dive into the culture, history, and heritage of Oklahoma's
Indigenous communities with our OKLA HOMMA Badge Discovery Kit,
created in partnership with the First Americans Museum. This unique
kit engages Girl Scouts in learning about the rich traditions,
contributions, and legacies of Native American tribes, celebrating
unity, tradition, and resilience.
The term "Okla Homma," derived from the Choctaw language,
means "Red People," reflecting the deep-rooted history and
cultural significance of Indigenous people in Oklahoma. Each activity
in the kit honors these histories, connecting girls with cultural
traditions and exploring the contributions of Native Americans,
especially during Native American Heritage Month.
What's Included:
Your troop will receive step-by-step instructions, educational
resources, and all materials needed to explore Native American culture
through hands-on activities. Designed for flexible timing, these kits
are ideal for troop meetings or as a special project that suits your
troop's schedule. Activities include traditional Native American arts
and crafts, understanding the significance of tribal symbols,
exploring social games, and learning about the contributions of Native
American leaders.
A special opportunity awaits!
Your troop can complete one of the kit activities at the Native
American Heritage Thunder Game on November 20th, hosted by the First
Americans Museum. Attending the event allows girls to earn a special
event sticker. The kit includes a QR code for discounted tickets and
additional details.
Program Completion:
Upon completion of the activities, your Girl Scouts will earn the
Oklahoma Homma Patch, symbolizing their journey in learning about
Native American culture, values, and contributions.
Box Options:
- Metro Troops (within 25 miles of Council, 6100 N Robinson Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73118) can pick up their kits at the Council office, organized for each girl in a larger troop box at the 2nd-floor pick-up area.
- Non-Metro Troops who select shipping will receive their kits in individual mailers for each girl.
Important Shipping Details:
If you opt for shipped kits, please ensure that your address in our
system is current when registering. Double-check your address details
with Customer Care at GSWESTOK to confirm accuracy. You will also
receive an email from stamakuwala@gswestok.com to verify the shipping
address entered during registration. Given the significant shipping
expenses, we aim for accuracy in every delivery.
Registration and Availability:
Registration for the OKLA HOMMA Badge Discovery Kit opens on
November 8, 2024. The first kit launch is on November 18, 2024, with
kits ready for pick-up or scheduled for shipment at 4 PM on that
day.
Cost:
- $9 per kit
Troop Leaders!
If you'd like to pay for a Badge Discovery Kit with troop
funds, please select the sponsorship option under the main menu (3
bars on the top left of your screen) in your registration profile.
Group preorder is not necessary. You can find instructions in the
"For Troop Leaders" section of the Document
Center to purchase with troop funds today!
Bring the
Oklahoma Homma Badge Discovery Kit to your troop to foster
appreciation and respect for Oklahoma's Indigenous heritage. Let's
honor these communities together and create lasting memories!
