American Heritage Girls (AHG) is a Christ-centered leadership and character development ministry dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community and country. AHG girls across the nation and the globe participate in badge programs, service projects, leadership opportunities and outdoor experiences, all with an emphasis on Christian values and family involvement.
Central’s Troop TX-4624 meets on Tuesdays from 6:30-8:00pm throughout the school year.
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Program Levels
Pathfinders
Ages 5-6
Pathfinder girls can foster their natural curiosity and creativity while learning what it means to be an American Heritage Girl.
Tenderhearts
Ages 6-9
As Tenderhearts, young girls learn to boldly explore the world around them through the exciting AHG Program.
Explorers
Ages 9-12
Ready to take on more responsibility, Explorers are eager to grow in all areas of their AHG experience.
Pioneers
Ages 12-14
Pioneers are given the opportunity to find out who they truly are in Christ while gaining new leadership and life skills.
Patriots
Ages 14-18
Patriots develop rich spiritual maturity and practice their faith through servant leadership in an environment rich with friendship.
Program Emphases
Faith
Girls are encouraged to grow in their faith and relationship with God through the AHG Faith Award Program, prayer, fellowship, and service, which are woven throughout each aspect of the AHG Program.Outcome: A Christ-follower who submits to Christ and seeks God’s will for her life.
Leadership
The AHG Program is rich in leadership opportunities for girls of all ages. Girls discover their passions, acquire project management skills, hold leadership positions, and participate in leadership training.Outcome: A servant leader who follows Jesus’ model of leadership by putting others first.
Social & Emotional
Girls will gain a better understanding of their identity in Christ through the AHG Program. AHG’s multi-level Troop structure encourages girls to create friendships with girls of all ages. This unique Troop structure allows for mentorships and learning opportunities to occur naturally among girls. Girls learn to anchor their emotions in Christ in a caring and loving environment.Outcome: A relational girl who invests in positive and loving relationships with others and clings to Christ when navigating emotions.
Outdoors
Nature reveals to us God’s beauty, glory, power, wisdom, presence, creativity, and, most of all, His loving care. Through the AHG Program, girls are encouraged to participate in outdoor activities such as hiking or camping several times a year. High Adventure activities are great times for team building, leadership, physical activity, and strengthening relationships with friends. The outdoors will educate girls about their natural world and the beauty God has bestowed upon them.Outcome: A girl who values creation through outdoor experiences that display the glory of God’s creation.
Citizenship
The AHG Program provides girls with a deeper understanding of their country and heritage. Girls cultivate honor for their country by participating in patriotic events, flag ceremonies, serving in their community, and through badge work. Serving others and being active citizens with their Troop, fosters a lifelong love for their country.Outcome: An honoring girl who cares for her community as an active citizen through service and patriotism.
Life Skills
In the AHG Program, girls can step out of their comfort zone and try new experiences in a safe environment. Earning badges provides girls the opportunity to learn a wide array of life skills, inspiring them to become lifelong learners and doers. AHG’s six Badge Frontiers include: Heritage, Family Living, Arts, Outdoor Skills, Personal Well-Being, and Science & Technology.Outcome: A competent girl who enjoys mastering new skills and applies them to her life.