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Catholic Committee on Scouting, Archdiocese of Los Angeles
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Pope Pius Intensive Workshop

We invite high school age Scouts and Venturers to join us for four intense weekends of fun and learning while earning the Pope Pius XII Religious Emblem.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this program, candidates must be a registered member of a Scout Troop, Team, or Venturing Crew in at least the tenth grade and who is not yet 21 years old. Eligibility is also extended to adult leaders under the age of 21 serving as an Assistant Cubmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster.

2023/2024 Offerings

The Verdugo Hills Council and Western Los Angeles County Council, within the CCSALA, will be hosting an "Intensive" PPXII Class over the course of several months.

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Cost

The cost of the program is $125.00 which covers the cost of the medal, workbook, meals (continental breakfast and lunch), snacks, and course materials.

Orientation

  • November 17, 2023 (7:00p) - Mandatory Parent and Scout meeting via Zoom (information provided upon RSVP)
  • November 27, 2023 - Deadline to receive payment

Class Schedule

** all classes are mandatory **

  • December 2, 2023 (9:00a to 4:00p) - St. Dominic Catholic Church (Parish Hall), Eagle Rock
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  • January 7, 2024 (9:00a to 4:00p) - St. Dominic Catholic Church (Parish Hall), Eagle Rock
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  • February 4, 2024 (9:00a to 4:00p) - St. Dominic Catholic Church (Parish Hall), Eagle Rock
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  • March 4, 2024 (9:00a to 4:00p) - St. Dominic Catholic Church (Parish Hall), Eagle Rock
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Facilitators

Documents

The Ventura County Council, within the CCSALA, is planning an "Intensive" PPXII Class in the autumn of 2024.

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Important:

Schedule

To complete this program, attendance is required at all class sessions, as shown in the class schedule. Makeup sessions are not offered, nor available.

Board of Review

Each candidate must complete a Board of Review (approximately 30 minutes) to be conducted in their home Council area following the last session. Locations and times will be provided to candidates at the final session.

Presentation Mass

Candidates will be awarded at the next Presentation Mass.