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For Immediate Release
March 10, 2003

White Resolution Marks "Girl Scout Week" in Pennsylvania - March 9-15

Harrisburg – This week is "Girl Scout Week" in Pennsylvania, designated by a Senate Resolution sponsored by state Sen. Mary Jo White (R-21).

The resolution was approved unanimously last week.

Across Pennsylvania, more than 150,000 girls in 13 regional councils are developing self-confidence, self-esteem, discipline and sensitivity through their participation in Girl Scouts, White said.

"A girl's education is enhanced and enriched by her Girl Scout experience, and Girl Scouting takes an active role in increasing the interest and skill levels of today's youth in science and technology to fulfill our country's economic needs," said White.

White said that for 91 years the Girl Scouts has inspired millions of girls and women throughout the nation with the highest ideals of character, conduct and patriotism, making Girl Scouts of the United States of America the largest organization for girls in the world.

"Girl Scout troops have been led by volunteers who have donated their time and expertise, leading troops, serving on boards and councils and providing stewardship for the organization, which makes it possible for any girl, regardless of race, religion or socioeconomic circumstances, to become a Girl Scout," said White.  "I hope everyone uses this week to pledge their support for the Girl Scouts, an organization that inspires young women and strengthens communities."