Saturday, May 4, 2024
Despite the wind and recent cold weather, the determination, and stamina of 15-year-old Girl Scout, Mackenzie Stacher was in full force when it came to selling cookies. She could be described as one “tough cookie” herself.
Despite the weather conditions, Stacher said “I sold 4,068 boxes of cookies last year and I’m shooting to sell 5,000 this year.” To date, she is well on the way to reaching her goal, already selling 2,000 boxes since the selling period opened on Jan. 18.
Currently in 10th grade, Stacher has been named a “Senior” in the Girl Scouts. Next year, she will become an “ambassador.” She said that she has learned so much from being in the organization for the past seven years. “Being a Girl Scout has been a very good experience for me,” she said.
By selling cookies, working at concession stands at Baylor, and by selling fall products (nuts, candy, and trail mix), Girl Scout participants can raise enough money on their own to help sponsor learning involved trips. Last year, area Scouts visited Hawaii, including a trip to Pearl Harbor. In 2023, participants will go on a cruise followed by a trip to Japan in 2024 and a trip to Paris, France in 2025
Mackenzie is the daughter of Michael and Shelia Stacher of Gatesville, who are very proud of their daughter’s determination and active participation in the Girl Scout organization.
