The Superior Girl Scouts, Troop 3802, had a Presidents Day treat when they hosted Superior’s mayor, Roni Philips, at a recent meeting. Mayor Philips discuss government, democracy, and women in leadership to 14 of the grade school girls in attendance.

A Girl Scout herself while growing up in Seattle, the mayor said she learned the value of great leadership and activism. When she moved to Superior many years ago, she decided to get involved in the community and became a volunteer as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Later she became an Emergency Dispatch Coordinator and was elected as the first female Mayor of Superior.

The girls were able to ask questions, and they discussed ways they could become involved in their community. Some of the ways they could become involved include educating one another on issues that they feel are important, volunteering in the community, running for student government in the schools, and attending public meetings, said their Scout leader, Stephanie Quick.

A part of the Girl Scout’s uniform is a sash used to display official pins and awards members receive for various achievements. The Mayor gave each of the girls a Sheriff’s Office Pin for their sash, along with a small American Flag in honor of Presidents Day.

Girls Scouts is a national program founded in 1912 for all age groups. It is designed to empower girls and promotes a variety of characteristics, including compassion, confidence, and leadership.

This is done through activities such as camping, community service, and earning badges.