Leader Evaluation Guide for TAP

Take Action Project evaluation guide

Does this go beyond a community service to Take Action Project level?
Did they use smart planning to set measurable goals?
Effectiveness - Does the project bridge the gap between the root cause and their intended solution?
Is it age appropriate for their intended target audience?
Is their project feasible?

Did they do enough research to become knowledgeable about their issue?
Did they consult with experts/agencies already working with their issue?
Do they have the skills to complete the project? Use badges to build skills – public speaking, web design, etc.

Do the Girl Scout's seem excited by this project? If not, have a discussion about changing directions
Need to start over or change directions? Utilize the book & the planning tools on this website.
Busy schedules - Make sure the Girl Scout's have a good plan to work on projects remotely - do research online, post info into Google docs, share resources.
Mixed troop groups – make sure other adults agree then share adult contact information.
Never finish? Only required if they want to do the Highest Award. It is a good test of their commitment. The Higher Award will be more work.

Does each Girl Scout have a clear role and voice within the project?
Does it challenge them by getting them out of their comfort zone?
Does it utilize each Girl Scout's strengths?
Do they delegate some tasks rather than doing all the work themselves?
Can the Girl Scout's clearly describe what they are planning using elevator speech?

Will this project work within the context of your troop and the Girl Scout's schedule & lives?
Is the time line for the project realistic? Start with the month they want to start on Silver (for Cadettes) or Gold (for Seniors) Award & work backwards.