All of the training I've attended tells me the B of R is NOT for re-testing, and it's the SM's duty to make sure the scout is prepared to move to the next rank. Since the B of R should not just be a rubber stamp of approval, what role does the B of R play--especially if they feel the scout is not suitable for the rank, either because they never see the scout at any troop functions, the scout didn't show scout spirit, did not ACTIVELY participate or lead, etc? I'd request we focus this discussion toward the higher ranks. This is becoming a potentially contentious issue within our troop's leadership, so any words of wisdom are appreciated, as are links to pdf or other sources of "official" interpretations of the rank advancement criteria. For example, we may have one scout who isn't around too much at meetings or campouts, because he's loaded down with other extra-curriculars but when he's there, he's a model scout. Scenario 2 is the scout who is there for the meetings and campouts, but only in body, and a bit of a goof off. What have other troops done to addres this issue, and have you gotten your PLC involved? Thanks again, scouters.
