Assistant Senior Patrol Leader

The Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, or ASPL, is the second highest Youth position in Troop 575. Two ASPLs are appointed by the SPLfor concurrent six-month terms beginning in February or August. The candidate must have attained the First Class rank. The ASPL works directly with the Senior Patrol Leader to plan activities and run the Troop.

As ASPL, you are expected to attend nearly all troop functions. In order to receive leadership credit from the Scoutmaster during your tenure, you are expected to attend:

•75% of all troop meetings, patrol meetings, business meetings and Courts of Honor

•75% of all other troop activities (i.e. Scout Skills Day, Scout Show), outings (i.e. climbing day), service projects (i.e. Flag Plant, Community Food Share), and Eagle projects.  Merit Badge classes/MBU are not intended to be included here and/or count towards this requirement.

•at least three campouts during the term of office

•all Patrol Leader’s Council Meetings unless excused ahead of time by the SPL (maximum of two excused absences and no unexcused).

•Junior Leader Training (either one day or weeklong) unless you have previously attended either training and/or unless excused by the Scoutmaster for a valid conflict (maximum of one excused absence in your Scouting career)

As a leader, you should set the example by wearing the proper uniform, being on time, and communicating effectively with both youth and adults. Live the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.

Last update March 1, 2006.