We all know Valerie through the fine work she does with student leaders in her capacity as Director of Student Activities. Yet, there is another facet to this professional, highly energetic woman.
Boy Scouts of America Silver Beaver Award
Valerie was honored by the Boy Scouts of America with one of Scouts’ highest honors, the Silver Beaver Award, on March 10th at the Annual Recognition Banquet. The Silver Beaver Award is the council-level distinguished service award of the Boy Scouts. Recipients of this award are registered adult leaders, who have made an impact on the lives of youth through service given to the council. It is an award given to those who implement the Scouting program and perform community service through hard work, self sacrifice, dedication and many years of service. It is given to those who do not actively seek it.
Valerie became a Scouter in Canyons District in 2002. Her sons expressed an interest in joining Cub Scouts after coming home with a flyer from their elementary school. Since then, Valerie has held positions from Cub Master to Venturing Crew Advisor, Cub Commissioner and Merit Badge Counselor. She has chaired the District Dinner Committee. She currently serves as the District Program Vice-Chair and District Venturing Commissioner. She is Wood Badge trained and received the District Award of Merit in the Canyons District. Recently, she was honored by becoming a Bronze Pelican recipient from the Diocese of Orange County Catholic Committee. She also was named the Orange County District Venturing Commissioner of the Year. As a Brotherhood member in the Order of the Arrow, Valerie commits to and enjoys “cheerful service.” Some of this service recently included helping decorate the Boy Scouts’ Rose Parade Float celebrating their 100th Anniversary and this summer she is traveling to Fort A.P. Hill, Virginia to volunteer for three weeks at the National Jamboree.
