Back to: Cub ScoutsFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Why are the updates taking effect on June 1?
A: In the BSA computer systems all Scouts are automatically moved from one grade to the next, this is called “roll-over”. The effect date of June 1 is to coincide with grade roll-over. As a practical matter, June 1 is the beginning of the next program year.
Q: Our schools get out past June 1st, will our Cub Scouts be able to complete their badge of rank that they are currently working on, past June 1st?
A: Yes. Scoutbook will allow you to enter the advancement of the current program between June 1 and August 31st.
Q: What do we do with current 4th graders who are Webelos?
A: Current 4th grade Webelos should focus only on Webelos required Adventures and not start any work on Arrow of Light. It is suggested that they focus on the elective Adventures that will not be available to them next year as an Arrow of Light. Those elective Adventures are Aquanaut, Art Explosion, Aware and Care, Built It, Earth Rocks!, and Modular Design.
Q: Why are awards going away?
A: The important aspect of Cub Scout awards is the content of the award and that as many Cub Scouts have the chance to experience that content as possible. The content is staying but how we deliver that content is changing, as awards are reimagined into Cub Scout Adventures. As Adventures,