Ready to Lead? Here’s What to Do Next.
Thank you for stepping up as a Girl Scout Co-Leader! This page walks you through all required steps to get trained, connected, and ready for your first troop meeting.
Get Started: Register and Launch Your Troop
Congratulations! We’re excited you’ve decided to become a Girl Scout co-leader! Follow Checklist #1: Register and Launch Your Troop and the instructions below to register as a volunteer, welcome families, and schedule a family interest meeting for your new troop.
Register as a Girl Scout Volunteer 
Complete a Background Check through Girl Scouts
Welcome New Families and Secure a Meeting Location
Co-Leader Essentials
Welcome to the first part of your onboarding journey!
This section focuses on the core elements that will help you start strong—keeping girls safe, understanding the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, and meeting your local support team.
You’ll also get started with Rallyhood—our unique Girl Scout communication platform that keeps your troop organized, informed, and connected. These first steps will give you the confidence and tools to lead your troop with care, clear communication, and fun.
👉 The Co-Leader Essentials Checklist summarizes the onboarding requirements included in this section.
Child Protection Training
Troop Safety Training
Troop Planning Resources
Discover the Girl Scout Leadership Experience
Rallyhood—Your Communication Platform
Welcome to Your Service Unit
Finalize Your Troop Setup
You're almost ready to roll!
In this final section of onboarding, you'll take care of the important business items that make your troop official. From completing registration and permission forms to reviewing Volunteer Essentials and setting up your troop bank account, these tasks ensure everything is in place for a smooth, successful Girl Scout year. Once you sign your Co-Leader Agreement, your onboarding will be complete!
The Finalize Your Troop Setup checklist summarizes the onboarding requirements included in this section.
Supporting Families with Troop Registration
Permission Forms
Volunteer Essentials: Your Go-To Guide
Managing Troop Finances
Sign the Co-Leader Expectations Document
