Girl Scouts from Valley Stream Troops 2033 and 2124 received a variety of awards at a ceremony on May 23, 2014 at Holy Name of Mary School.
Ambassador Scouts Jessica Prashad and Celeste Samuel were recognized at the ceremony for completing their community service projects to qualify for the Gold Award, the highest honor in Girl Scouts.
Cadettes Lena Demas and Lauren Stewart were honored for earning their Silver Awards. Twenty Girl Scouts received rank advancements and took part in a bridging ceremony.
There were also speeches from local dignitaries including Village Justice Robert Bogle, Councilman Jim Darcy and Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages, as well as a candle-lighting ceremony.
Troop 2033 consisted of Daisies, Brownies and Juniors, while Troop 2124 included Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors. The leaders were Dawn Samuel, Lisa Burke, Christine Caban and Karlene Wilder.