2022 Virtual Merit Badge University Session 1


2022 Virtual Merit Badge University Session 1
Date/Time
Registration Begins
12/14/2021 7:00 AM
Last Day To Register
1/3/2022 11:55 PM
Location
16525 Sherman Way, Unit C-8
Van Nuys, CA 91406, US
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Virtual Merit Badge University (VMBU) provides quality merit badge opportunities to young men and women in ScoutsBSA via small class experiences.


Registration Notes:

  • ** Please note all times are in the Pacific Time Zone as we are California based**
  • You must select a merit badge class in order to register. If you are not charged for a class, you are not registered
  • Registering for VMBU means that your Scout has the opportunity to participate in class and complete the merit badge by working with the counselor- Scouts must still participate in class discussions, complete all work, and communicate with their counselor in order to finish the badge
  • During registration, please put the Scout's name in the "Primary Name" box and the parents' information in the parents' box of the registration page. 
  • Zoom information and counselor contact will be sent Thursday prior to class
  • Below is the current class schedule and merit badge counselor name. Prerequisites, if any, are listed below each merit badge counselor's name (prerequisite does not mean it has to be done prior to class unless noted, just that it must be done outside of class)
  • If the class is no longer showing, it is full. Class capacities are updated manually.

 

1/8/2022 9:00am Radio Part 1 of 2 with Joseph Davenport - Class Full Radio will take place over 2 sessions. Please make sure to enroll for both sessions. 
1/8/2022 9:00am Citizenship in Society with Karrie Mikulus - Class Full

Prerequisites:

Please complete all questions prior to coming to class. Be prepared to discuss.

Must come prepared https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/merit_badge_reqandres/CitizenshipSociety_ScoutReqs.pdf
1/8/2022 9:00am

Space Exploration with Rachel Brachman

 Prerequisites: 2, 3, 5c, 7.
1/8/2022 1:00pm Radio Part 2 of 2 with Joseph Davenport - Class Full Radio will take place over 2 sessions. Please make sure to enroll for both sessions. 
1/8/2022 1:00pm

Art with Rachel Brachman - Class Full

 No prerequisites. 
1/9/2022 9:00am Hiking with Divyang Sheth See BSA requirements
1/9/2022 9:00am Genealogy with Harold Schloss Requirements 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 are to be completed individually and emailed to me either or before or after class. Requirements 1, 4, and 8 will be discussed in class and should be researched ahead of time. Requirement 9 may be either discussed in class or completed individually via email.
1/9/2022 9:00am Citizenship in Society with Karrie Mikulus - Class Full

Prerequisites:

Please complete all questions prior to coming to class. Be prepared to discuss.

Must come prepared https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/merit_badge_reqandres/CitizenshipSociety_ScoutReqs.pdf
1/9/2022 9:00am Disabilities Awareness with Jerold Ramos Req. for Disabilities Awareness (Outside of class)  For Requirement 2: Visit an agency that works with people with physical, mental, emotional, or educational disabilities. Collect and read information about the agency's activities. Learn about opportunities its members have for training, employment, and education. Be prepared to Share what you've learned with us on the call. For Requirement 4: Do EITHER option A or option B: A. Visit TWO of the following locations and take notes about the accessibility to people with disabilities. In your notes, give examples of five things that could be done to improve upon the site and five things about the site that make it friendly to people with disabilities. Be prepared to Share your notes with your us on the call Your school Your place of worship A Scouting event or campsite A public exhibit or attraction (such as a theater, museum, or park) B. Visit TWO of the following locations and take notes while observing features and methods that are used to accommodate people with invisible disabilities. While there, ask staff members to explain any accommodation features that may not be obvious. Note anything you think could be done to better accommodate people who have invisible disabilities. Be prepared to Share your notes with your us on the call Your school Your place of worship A Scouting event or campsite A public exhibit or attraction (such as a theater, museum, or park) For Requirement 5C: Using resources such as disability advocacy agencies, government agencies, the Internet (with your parent's permission), and news magazines, learn about myths and misconceptions that influence the general public's understanding of people with disabilities. List 10 myths and misconceptions about people with disabilities and learn the facts about each myth. be prepared to Share your list with your us on the call.
1/9/2022 9:00am Radio Part 1 of 2 with Joseph Davenport - Class Full Radio will take place over both the morning and afternoon session. On the next page, use the drop down option to select each timeslot. Please make sure to enroll for both sessions to be fully registered for the course. 
1/9/2022 1:00pm

Backpacking with Divyang Sheth

 See BSA requirements
1/9/2022 1:00pm Radio Part 2 of 2 with Joseph Davenport - Class Full Radio will take place over both the morning and afternoon session. On the next page, use the drop down option to select each timeslot. Please make sure to enroll for both sessions to be fully registered for the course. 

 

*Radio merit badge will be taught over 2 sessions. Please make sure to enroll for both sessions. 

 

Please read the following and plan appropriately:

  • Scouts have reported issues signing on with student Zoom accounts - be prepared with a parent's account or one not linked to school
  • When logging into zoom please use the following naming convention: First Name Last Name - Merit Badge Class (i.e. Bobby Scout-Family Life).
  • Connect with your counselor on Scoutbook 
  • In order to participate fully in your class, a camera is required if available and headphones are highly recommended.
  • Be ready to participate in class as with group discussions and answering questions.  
  • Just like any scouting event we recommend wearing Field or Activity Uniform.
  • Not all requirements can be done on the same day so some merit badges will have prerequisites/out of class items. To prepare for the class, it is recommended to read the merit badge book ahead of time.  
  • ** Please note all times are in the Pacific Time Zone as we are California based** (three hours behind Florida)

We do not offer refunds for classes unless there is a cancellation on our part. There can be no transfers or credit offered after registration has closed

Cancellation Policy
WLACC has a "NO REFUND" policy for the Virtual Merit Badge University. Registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.

If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, please e-mail: WLACC

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