Opening Words

MC: Cologuard, please come forward

Opening Colors

COLORGUARD: Would everyone please rise for colors. 

[Pause while the color guard brings the flags forward and places them in the stands.]

Everyone please remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance. [Recitation of Pledge of Allegiance ]

Color guard, post the colors.

(optional) Scouts, please remain standing for the Scout Oath and Scout Law.  [Recitation of Scout Oath, Scout Law ]

The audience may be seated [Pause for audience to resume seats.]

MC: Thank you for celebrating Troop 60's Court of Honor.  We have ___ and ___ for our opening Twelve Point Ceremony

The Twelve Point Ceremony:

A Scout is: [LIGHT CANDLE FOR EACH POINT ]

TRUSTWORTHY:
“A Scout tells the truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty is part of his code of conduct. People can depend on him.” 

LOYAL:
“A Scout is true to his family, Scout leaders, friends, school, and nation.” 

HELPFUL:
“A Scout is concerned about other people. He does things willingly for others without pay or reward.” 

FRIENDLY:
“A Scout is a friend to all. He is a brother to other Scouts. He seeks to understand others. He respects those with ideas and customs other than his own.” 

COURTEOUS:
“A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows good manners make it easier for people to get along together.” 

KIND:
“A Scout understands there is strength in being gentle. He treats others as he wants to be treated. He does not hurt or kill harmless things without reason.” 

OBEDIENT:
“A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and troop. He obeys the laws of his community and country. If he thinks these rules and laws are unfair, he tries to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than disobey them.” 

CHEERFUL:
“A Scout looks for the bright side of things. He cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy.” 

THRIFTY:
“A Scout works to pay his way and to help others. He saves for unforeseen needs. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.” 

BRAVE:
“A Scout can face danger even if he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at or threaten him.” 

CLEAN:
“A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He goes around with those who believe in living by these same ideals. He helps keep his home and community clean.” 

REVERENT:
“A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others.” 

On my honor, 

I will do my best 

To do my duty 

to God and my country 

and to obey the Scout Law; 

To help other people at all times; 

To keep myself physically strong, 

mentally awake 

and morally straight.

Scoutmaster Words

Scoutmaster: 

Merit Badges and Awards

MC: [Merit Badges]

MC: [Awards]

Candle Lighting - Rank Advancement

Scoutmaster:

• Scout

• Tenderfoot

• Second Class

• First Class

• Star

• Life

• Eagle

Closing Flags