Safety Sunday is an event geared towards local Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Girl Scouts. It is a day of free Red Cross training courses which satisfy several badge requirements. Each year, this event is held in conjunction with National and Global Youth Service Day in April. This year, our first Safety Sunday in April was so popular that we are hosting another day of courses! Safety Sunday II will be held on Sunday, June 1 at the Arlington County Chapter (4333 Arlington Boulevard).
Course Schedule
11:30 am – 12:15 pm Be Red Cross Ready*
Be Red Cross Ready is ideal for ages 6-14. This lesson teaches the basics of emergency preparedness, including making an emergency plan and preparing a proper disaster kit. Are you prepared? (This class satisfies Bear Cub Scout Achievement 11a and 11e; Girl Scout Brownie Try It Safety Sense #6; Girl Scout Cadette IP Emergency Preparedness Skill Builder #5.)
12:15 pm – 1:00 pm Lunch
Participants may bring their own bag lunch or bring $5 for pizza, chips, and a beverage.
1:00 pm – 2:15 pm Basic Aid Training (BAT)*
BAT is ideal for ages 8-14. Learn the basics of first aid in this course. Attendees will learn about injury prevention, what to do during a medical emergency, and how to deal with bleeding, broken bones, burns, bites, and choking. An interactive BAT book is available for $2 to accompany this lesson. (This class satisfies Webelos Readyman Requirement; Boy Scout Wolf Elective 16c; Boy Scout Tenderfoot Requirement 12b; Boy Scout Second Class Requirement 6b; Girl Scout Junior Badge First Aid #2,#4 and #8; Girl Scout Junior Badge Safety First #2.)
2:15 pm – 2:30 pm Break
2:30 pm – 4:30 pm Masters of Disaster
Masters of Disaster is ideal for ages 8-12. Learn about the science of natural disasters, such as hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, and tornadoes. How can you stay safe during these disasters? An interactive video is accompanied with hands-on activities, such as building a hurricane house, identifying hazards in your home, and a jeopardy-style game for review. (This class satisfies Girl Scout Junior Safety First Badge #1, #5, #6, #7 and #10.)
* The Be Red Cross Ready and BAT courses will be divided into two groups based on grade level to accommodate various ages and learning levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Safety Sunday cost anything?
Nope! Safety Sunday is offered free of charge to all participants. Those who attend the Basic Aid Training (BAT) course may purchase an accompanying workbook for $2 when they arrive, but purchase is not mandatory.
Who may attend Safety Sunday?
All youth ages 6 – 14 are welcome to participate. Safety Sunday is geared towards local scouts. Girl Scout Troop 4563 will prepare a certificate attesting that each student has completed the relevant achievement. A group leader is expected to accompany the youth for safety and supervision. Individuals not associated with these groups are welcome to attend, but a parent or guardian must stay on site.
Where and when is Safety Sunday being held?
Safety Sunday will take place on Sunday, June 1 from 11:30 am to 4:30 pm. The event will be held at the Arlington County Chapter building at 4333 Arlington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203. Ample parking is available.
Who will be teaching the courses?
Volunteers of the Youth Team at the Arlington County Chapter, ages 12-18, as well as Girl Scout Troop #4563 have been trained to teach these Red Cross courses.
Do participants need to take all of the courses offered?
Absolutely not. Participants are free to pick and choose which courses they would like to attend. Come for just one, or stay for them all! It’s up to you. (Please take note of the age guidelines for each course. Not all courses are appropriate for all ages.)
Do participants need to bring lunch?
Participants may bring a brown bag lunch if they choose. A refrigerator will be available for storage of cold items. We will be ordering pizza as well. If you would like pizza, chips, and a beverage, please bring $5 per participant.
How do I sign up?
Download a registration form, or contact Heather Pritchett at 703-527-3010 x735 to request a registration form. A separate form must be filled out for each participant. Advanced registration is highly recommended. When courses reach maximum capacity they will be closed for registration.
Where do I send my completed registration form?
You may mail your completed registration form to:
American Red Cross, Arlington County Chapter
4333 Arlington Blvd
Arlington, VA 22203
Or you can fax your form to Heather Pritchett at 703-527-2705. Registration forms may also be e-mailed to Heather Pritchett at hpritchett@arlingtonredcross.org.
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