Life to Eagle Coach
The Life to Eagle Coach is an Assistant Scoutmaster designated to help Star and Life Scouts navigate the process of reaching Eagle Scout. They support the scout by meeting with them to discuss their Eagle project and other requirements.
Reports To
Section titled “Reports To”Scoutmaster
Requirements
Section titled “Requirements”- Be appointed by the Scoutmaster
Eagle Information
Section titled “Eagle Information”Before reading the rest of this page, read our general page about the Eagle process.
Guide to Advancement
Section titled “Guide to Advancement”The final say on all things advancement policy is the [Guide to Advancement(https://www.scouting.org/resources/guide-to-advancement/)]. Read and familiarize yourself with section 9, which is about the Eagle process.
Patterns to Look Out For
Section titled “Patterns to Look Out For”See this blog article from Modern Scouting about negative patterns to look out for within the Eagle process, and what makes a true Eagle Scout: The Difference in an Eagle Scout and a Boy Scout
Also see this short video called Guardian of the Gate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOB-azjCRsM
EagleCoach.org
Section titled “EagleCoach.org”EagleCoach.org is a fantastic resource for Eagle coaches, candidates, and their parents. It has writings about how to guide a candidate through the process, and writings for candidates and their parents about what to expect. However, be aware that this is not an official Scouting America site and some information about the rules may be outdated.
Courts of Honor
Section titled “Courts of Honor”It is customary for a scout’s Coach to serve as the Master of Ceremonies at their Eagle Court of Honor. However, be aware that the scout may ask whoever they’d like.