Anna Stanley

Den Leader

Anna Stanley is the proud leader of Tiger Den at Cub Scout Pack 205. She is committed to helping her daughter, Garet, and her fellow scouts learn important values like honesty, respect and citizenship. Anna's husband also serves as Bear Den Leader in the same pack, making it truly a family affair!

Outside of den leadership, Anna is a fervent North Carolina Tar Heel fan, having graduated from UNC in 2005. She also enjoys reading and spending time outdoors with her family. Anna is passionate about helping the next generation of young people reach their potential and make a positive impact on their community. Her enthusiasm, dedication and skills have been invaluable to the Cub Scout Pack 205 program.

With Anna's leadership, Garet and the other Tigers have learned invaluable life lessons, while having plenty of fun along the way. Anna Stanley truly is a remarkable leader and role model! Anna's unwavering commitment to her den and Pack 205 has earned her much admiration from parents and scouts alike. She strives to create an environment where each scout feels supported and empowered, so they can achieve their goals!

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Den Leader

The Den Leader’s job is to lead the activities, or find a Scout Family members to help lead activities and adventures in the Handbook that will lead to the rank achievement of the Den’s cubs.

Qualifications

Be a U.S. citizen at least 21 years of age, appointed by the chartered organization and registered as an adult leader of the BSA.
A person of good character, familiar with organization procedures, with a deep concern for the pack's success.
Completes and maintains up-to-date position specific training and Youth Protection Training (YPT).

Responsibilities

Work directly with other den and pack leaders to ensure that their den is an active and successful part of the pack.
Plan, prepare for, and conduct den meetings with the assistant den leader and den chief.
Attend the pack leaders' meetings.
Lead the den at the monthly pack activity.
Attend monthly roundtables.
Lead the den in its participation at pack meetings.
Help the Cubmaster (or assistant Cubmaster) and pack committee recruit new boys throughout the year.
Utilize the den chief and guide him in working with your Cub Scouts. See that he receives recognition for his efforts at den and pack meetings.
With the assistant den leader, meet with the den chief and let him help plan den meetings and den activities; allow him to serve as den activities assistant.
Provide meaningful jobs for the denner and assistant denner so that they can learn responsibility and gain satisfaction from their efforts.
Maintain a friendly relationship with Cub Scouts; encourage them to earn advancement awards. Keep accurate advancement records and see that boys receive recognition for their achievements.
Help establish a close working relationship with the assistant den leader and den chief, functioning as a den leadership team.
Develop and maintain a good working relationship and open communication with den families. Use their talents to help enrich the den program. Hold den adults' meetings as often as needed to get acquainted with family members and strengthen den operation.
See that a leader is available for all den meetings and activities. Call on the assistant den leader to fill in when necessary.
Take part in the annual pack program planning conference and pack leaders' meetings.
Help set a good example for the boys through behavior, attitude, and proper uniform.
Support the policies of the BSA.