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Meet Our Community Programs Coordinator
Kerri Ingwersen
As your Community Programs Coordinator, I work closely with schools
and staff to bring the Girl Scout experience directly to girls through
our In School based program. I enjoy creating opportunities for girls
to learn new skills, explore their creativity, build confidence, and
have fun along the way.
I'm also a Girl Scout mom, volunteer and
lifelong supporter of the Girl Scout mission. Having experienced Girl
Scouts from multiple perspectives, as a girl, a volunteer and a
parent, I understand how important it is for families to feel
informed, connected and confident about the programs their girls are
part of.
My focus is on creating fun, hands-on
experiences that support confidence, creativity, STEM learning,
leadership and social-emotional growth. I believe every girl deserves
a place where she feels welcomed, supported and encouraged to be
herself while discovering new interests and strengths. One of the most
rewarding parts of my role is seeing girls try something new, make a
new friend or realize they are capable of more than they thought
possible. My goal is for every girl to leave our programs feeling
included, empowered and excited to continue her Girl Scout
journey.
Outside of Girl Scouts, I stay busy with my two
daughters, who are both very active in Girl Scouts and passionate
soccer players. You'll often find me on the sidelines cheering them
on, attending Girl Scout events or spending time with family and
friends. A few fun facts about me: I love country music and going to
country concerts whenever I can. Summer is by far my favorite season -
I can never get enough of the sunshine and warm weather!!
I am always happy to answer questions, provide support or help
families navigate their Girl Scout journey. Please don't hesitate to
reach out, I look forward to connecting with you and your Girl Scout family!
Meet Our In-School Facilitators and learn more about each member of our team.
We are excited to have a group of dedicated individuals who believe in the Girl Scout mission and are here to help guide your Girl Scout in reaching her full potential.
Agapi
My name is Agapi and I am happy to bring the Girl Scouts programming to girls in our community! I was a Campfire Girl, since my Massachusetts town didn't have a Girl Scout troop, but that similar experience is why I prioritized becoming a Girl Scout Leader for my own daughter here on Long Island. This unique space in which girls can discover their voice, their abilities and how to harness their individual and group strength to better the world is so important. My favorite part of working with scouts is providing a platform and encouragement for each girl to develop her confidence and character through the Girl Scouts mission. To me, the Girl Scout law provides the scaffolding for a meaningful life. And of course my favorite Girl Scout cookie is the classic Thin Mint because it is so chocolatey rich with crunchy perfection!
Alexa
I’m Lex, and my favorite Girl Scout Cookies are Thin Mints! I just graduated with my BA in English and history, and I am currently working on my master’s in school librarianship. I love singing, drawing, and reading classics and poetry. My favorite writers of all time are Emily Dickinson and Virginia Woolf. My favorite part of working with children is learning from them. They are not worried about their ideas being silly, because being silly is actually what makes them great. The kids I work with inspire me to reconnect with my own creativity, whimsy, and self-confidence. I hope I can provide for them half the encouragement they give me.
Annette
I’m a mother of 3, a son and 2 daughters. I got involved with Girl Scout when my daughter's troop lost their leader and I took over the troop. I never looked back and for the next 18 years, I led 2 troops. I enjoyed being a Girl Scout leader. It was fun doing activities the girls enjoyed. It was great watching the girls have fun, explore new things, and grow into strong and confident young ladies. After all, that’s what Girl Scouts is all about.
A couple of fun facts about me: I’m an avid traveler who loves exploring new places, cultures and cuisines. When I’m not traveling, I find solace in reading a good book, playing Mah Jong, or enjoying outdoor activities with my family and friends such as biking, hiking, playing pickleball, or attending beach concerts.
The best part about being a Program Facilitator is watching the girls’ faces light up with joy when they engage in fun activities or make new discoveries. They’re incredibly creative and love sharing their ideas. Their enthusiasm is truly contagious.
Antoinette
My name is Antoinette they call me (Mickey) Fun fact about me is I love to travel and love community outings and love music Favorites cookie are Samoa‘s I love working with the girl because they get comfortable and out up as there self around me I’m a co leader as well and enjoy it all year round.
Carol
I like to travel, entertain, cook, college sports and I've lived in 7 states. My favorite cookie Samoas. I loved working with the girls because they were so sweet and I loved to see them learn and all the funny things they said!
Dawn
I come to the Girl Scouts after 17 years in Non-Profit teaching children financial literacy and work readiness. I love working with the girls, seeing light bulbs, smiles, and watching confidence grow! I am a huge sports fan and my whole family (2 “children”, 26 and 28) is obsessive with our NY Mets. My favorite cookie is the Samoas!
Dilana
I enjoy golfing in my free time, and am in the process of writing a book. My favorite Girl Scout Cookie is the peanut butter sandwich cookie. What I love most about working with girls is seeing them get passionate about what they enjoy, and helping them smile.
Jessica
My nickname is Jess. Fun facts about me: I love to play tennis and travel, as I do frequently. My favorite Girl Scout Cookie has to be the Trefoils, yum! What I love most about working with girls has to be the everyday growth.
Jessica
I’m a mom of two, and my daughter has been a Girl Scout since kindergarten. I was a Girl Scout myself growing up, so being part of this program feels extra meaningful to me. Fun facts about me are that I love reading, art, and making everyday moments creative and fun, whether it’s crafts, conversations, or helping kids feel right at home. My favorite Girl Scout Cookie is the Tagalong, easily a top-tier cookie in my house!
What I love most about working with the girls is getting to cheer them on, help them feel seen and celebrated, and watch their confidence bloom when they try something new. I’m passionate about helping them live out the Girl Scout Law, which includes important traits like being honest and fair, considerate and kind, using their resources wisely, showing courage, being a sister to every Girl Scout, and making the world a little better every day. Getting to be present with them in the middle of their school day also encourages me to lead by example, and that’s an honor I don’t take lightly!
Kristine
I'm a mother of 2 girls, ages 12 and 8. I lead both of their troop,s and I am heavily involved with Girl Scouts outside of being a facilitator! I love watching the girls' faces light up every time they see me walk into the building, knowing something fun is going to happen! My favorite cookie is the somoas!
Lauren
Hi! My name is Lauren! I love to draw, paint, and read! I have three cats: Kitty, Fuzz, and Max! I am also a NYS-certified elementary teacher! My favorite Girl Scout cookie is Tagalongs! My favorite part of working with the girls is seeing how much they learn and grow throughout the year! Girl Scouts helps to boost their confidence in both themselves and their skills, and it is wonderful to see them grow!
Lillian
I love drawing and doing arts & crafts. I previously taught art and design in college, and I still carry that same joy of learning and creativity into everything I do. My favorite Girl Scout Cookie is Thin Mints.
Recently, during the program, in the cafeteria, our little airplanes finally took flight, and the girls cheered and jumped with joy. In that moment, two girls walked over hand in hand and asked me if they could join us too. It reminded me how meaningful it is to share that happiness and confidence with more girls, and how deeply that work makes me happy.
Linda
I like to travel, entertain, cook, college sports and I've lived in 7 states. My favorite cookie Samoas. I loved working with the girls because they were so sweet and I loved to see them learn and all the funny things they said!
Lisa
I was a Girl Scout (made it to Jrs) many moons ago and was a co-leader for my older daughter's troop for about 5 years. My younger daughter was also a Girl Scout, and now my 5-year-old granddaughter is a Daisy in this amazing program. I love working with all the girls and delight in their enthusiasm, their smiles, and their joyfulness! Now retired, I was a marketing/feature writer for a number of magazines and a community newspaper, and worked as a freelance writer for the past few years. I am a voracious reader (my mom always said the ceiling could fall down on me and I would continue to read my book)...and my favorite cookie is and has always been Tagalongs!
Lisa
I am a Mom to 4 boys! I love spending time with my family. We have a farm with many different animals, including chickens and ducks! My favorite Girl Scout cookie is Samoas! Some fun facts about me: I love animals, Beautiful sunsets, and going on vacation!!!! Watermelon is one of my favorite fruits! I wanted to join this program because I enjoy making kids happy. I am hoping to bring fun to the girls day and see smiles on their faces I was never a Girl Scout but after becoming a facilitator I truly believe in the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
Maddison
Hi, I’m Maddison! This is my second year working with the Girl Scouts, and I was a Girl Scout myself growing up! Working with the Girl Scouts is so much more than just a job to me. I love giving the girls I work with a chance to slow down in their day, get creative, be silly, make a mess, and just HAVE FUN! A good troop meeting to me is where every girl involved leaves the room feeling seen, supported and celebrated by her peers and I! I bring the same high energy to work as I do my weekends. When not having a blast doing activities with the girls during the week, you can usually find me whipping up something new in the kitchen or off on another wild adventure with my family!
Maria
My name is Maria. Two Fun Facts about me are I love spending time with my family and making memories together. I enjoy exploring new places, trying new things, and being creative. My favorite Girl Scout Cookie is the Thin Mints! What I love most about working with girls is watching them grow in confidence, discover their strengths, and become comfortable being themselves. I love being able to encourage and support them while they learn new skills, try new experiences, and realize just how capable they are.
Melissa
I’m Melissa, a lifelong learner, creative thinker, and mom who loves helping children discover their confidence through hands-on experiences. I bring a unique background in business, technology, and creative education, with a passion for making learning engaging, meaningful, and fun. You can expect me to create a welcoming environment where every child feels encouraged to be themselves and explore, which leads me to my favorite Girl Scout cookie, Adventurefuls! I’m excited to bring positive energy and plenty of fun to every Girl Scout experience this school year!
Shannon
My nickname is Shan. I'm a mother to twin girls (they will be 5 in October), an avid gardener, and I love arts and crafts. I love to spend time outside and exploring new places to hike with my little family. My favorite Girl Scout Cookie is Samoas. What I love most about working with (and raising) girls is that they are strong, capable, confident, creative and so much fun! From coloring books to building fairy houses in our backyard, everyday is a special moment. Growing up I was a Girl Scout from a brownie into senior leadership where I was able to run a troop for two years. Those are some of my most memorable moments that I will always treasure. Girls are magic, we are resilient, and we can achieve anything we set our minds to. Whether we are helping each other or leaning on one another, there is something so important about girl strength.
Sonia
Hi I'm Sonia. I recently retired from the Department of Veterans Affairs after 33 years of service so this is my first 'new' employer since college! I enjoy seeing smiles when the girls are learning by having fun. Both of my sons were Boy Scouts, in which I was very involved, so I understand the impact of all scouting programs. I was fortunate to visit the Girl Scout Headquarters in Savannah, Georgia earlier this year - definitely worth a stop to learn about girl scout’s rich history. My favorite cookie is the Tagalong!
Taylor
My name is Taylor. In my free time I love to paint. My favorite Girl Scout cookies are Thin Mints. I grew up as a Girl Scout and spent several years going to Camp Edey. I spent this last summer as a camp counselor. What I love most about working with girls is seeing them learn new skills and seeing them gain new ways to express themselves.
Theresa
This is my 2nd year with Girl Scouts. I enjoy spending time with the girls; their smiles make it worthwhile. I have 3 children and 4 granddaughters. Favorite cookie Thin Mints.
