About Troop 442

Troop 442 is a BSA chartered troop through the Christ Methodist Church in Sugar Land.

Scoutmaster Mr. Raymundo Cortes
Committee Chair Mrs. Michelle Ruben
Charterd Org Representative Mr. Richard Conely

Scouting Program Objectives

Scouting provides youth and families a proven program to develop character, citizenship, and fitness. These are called the “Aims of Scouting.”

Character Development
Citizenship Training
Personal Fitness

Scouting Trains Adults as well as Youth

Scouting trains ADULTS how to work with YOUTH from ages 6 through 20 using a curriculum of objectives and program materials.
The curriculum includes activities and challenges for both BOYS and GIRLS from Kindergarten through Age 18 and YOUNG MEN & WOMEN from Ages 14 through 20.

Methods Of Scouts BSA

The Troop Leader Guidebook compares the eight methods of Scouts BSA to an eight-cylinder engine: “When all eight pistons are firing, the car moves powerfully yet smoothly toward its destination. When a few pistons get fouled, the car lurches haltingly along. When only one or two pistons are firing, you might as well get out and walk.”

Ideals – reciting the Scout Oath, Law, motto, and slogan
Patrols – small group activities reinforce teamwork and teaches youth to accept responsibility
Outdoors – skills and activities practiced at troop meetings come alive with purpose Advancement – at their own pace; overcomes challenges; rewarded for achievement, gain self-confidence
Advancement – at their own pace; overcomes challenges; rewarded for achievement, gain self-confidence
Adult Association – learn from examples set by adult leaders; practice speaking with non-parent adults, which improves self-confidence
Personal Growth – Good Turn Daily – give back; participate in community service projects; religious emblems program allow for spiritual growth
Leadership Development – learn and practice leadership skills; helps a scout accept the leadership roles of others and guides them toward the citizenship aim of Scouting
Uniform – creates a positive youth image; demonstrates commitment; identity in a world brotherhood of youth who believe in the same ideals