One of the great things about youth groups such as Scouts is the perspective it gives members regarding their place in the wider community and their role as citizens.

Girl Scout Troop 41940, a group of 6 fifth graders from Discovery Elementary School, is following a program this year that asks them to embark on their own journey of discovery.

Troop leader Stephanie Triche told The Reporter that the first stage in that program was for each girl to consider the “Power of One,” those things that they as individuals possess that make them unique, and able to make a positive difference.

“The next step is for the troop to think about their power as a team,” Triche said. “After that, we start looking at a broader level, at the power of the community.”

These various stages will involve the troop becoming increasingly involved in their community on the Plateau, through community service projects and group events. But that is for later.

On Sunday, the girls staged an art show at the very public venue of the Pine Lake Starbucks on 228th Avenue Southeast, displaying works based around that theme of “Power of One.”

“Believe in yourself,” was the message in Megan Sakamoto’s colorful collage.

“Live your best life,” was a central idea of Sophia Triche’s work.

When asked what qualities were at the heart of their own personal power of one, the scouts showed that they had given the idea plenty of thought.

“Helpful,” said one. “Sharing,” said another. “Initiative, persuasive, giving,” were other qualities the troop said it wanted to represent.

With these admirable goals in mind, Troop 41949 will be looking to make a real difference in their neighborhoods, in this community.