FAQ: Girl Scouts from Davie, Cooper City, and Southwest Ranches Earn Gold Award for Community Projects

What is the Girl Scout Gold Award?

The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest and most prestigious recognition attainable by Girl Scout seniors and ambassadors in grades nine through 12, awarded for creating impactful projects that address real-world challenges in their communities.

Who are the Girl Scouts that earned the Gold Award?

Claire-Anya Likhachyov and Mia Medrano from Davie, Ellen Huang and Lauren Rinella from Cooper City, and Kylin Reynolds from Southwest Ranches have each earned the Gold Award.

What was Claire-Anya Likhachyov’s project about?

Claire-Anya Likhachyov founded the ‘STEM MENTORS CLUB’ to connect younger students with older peers for guidance in STEM fields, aiming to spark early interest and confidence in these areas among girls.

How did Mia Medrano contribute to environmental awareness?

Mia Medrano created ‘Managing Mangroves,’ a project that raises awareness about the importance of mangroves in Florida’s ecosystem through educational videos and a YouTube channel, MangroLife, promoting environmental stewardship.

What was Ellen Huang’s Gold Award project?

Ellen Huang’s project, ‘Eco Crafts Campaign: A Sustainable Future,’ focused on educating others about the environmental impact of food waste and encouraging more sustainable habits.

Why are these projects significant?

These projects are significant because they address critical issues such as gender disparity in STEM fields, environmental conservation, and sustainability, creating lasting change in their communities.

How can others get involved or learn more about these projects?

Others can get involved or learn more by contacting the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida or visiting the respective projects’ platforms, such as the STEM MENTORS CLUB or MangroLife YouTube channel.