New Horizons District Commissioner Staff

02/25/2026

Please share with your pack leaders!

Here are the 2026 New Horizons District Pinewood Derby check-in times! GOOD LUCK TO ALL OUR SCOUTS!!

02/19/2026

Commissioners - please share with your Cub Scout pack leaders! Thank you!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1TDtTWFxLH/

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! 🚦🏁 Rev up those engines and join us at the New Horizons District Pinewood Derby! 🚗💨

https://scoutingevent.com/312-pinewood

Pinewood Derby season is one of the most exciting traditions in a Cub Scout’s year, and our district race kicks the fun into high gear. 🏎️ Cub Scouts from across West County gather to show off their hard work, creativity, and need for speed as they compete for a coveted district trophy. 🏆

But the big day is about more than crossing the finish line first - it's a celebration of craftsmanship, sportsmanship, and most of all pure Scout spirit. ⭐ It's the cheering Scouting families, the click of the starting gate, and the thrill of watching amazing four-wheeled creations fly down our long silver track. ✨🚘

CUBS: 🐾 Whether your car placed at your Pack race or just needs another lap in the spotlight -- Every. Last. One. of you in the New Horizons District is invited to race. 🎉

Bring your car. Bring your cheers 📣. Bring your Scout spirit. We'll see YOU at the starting line. 🏁🚦

02/16/2025

🥁🥁🥁 Commissioner Tools Update Release, February 18 🥁🥁🥁

A new version of Commissioner Tools will be released on February 18. The changes will impact all aspects of unit service and are designed to simplify and improve commissioners' work while offering greater support to unit leaders. They align with and reinforce Scouting America’s Roadmap.

The update introduces Unit Metrics, which consist of six objective metrics calculated for each unit. Unit Metrics are integrated with a new process called Unit Connections, which fosters meaningful, objective-focused discussions to strengthen units and empower unit leaders. Unit Metrics and Unit Connections have replaced subjective scoring and Simple/Detailed Assessments, and Commissioner Tools has been updated accordingly. The overall design of Commissioner Tools will remain unchanged, ensuring that entering Connections is straightforward. Connection Guides are also being introduced, focusing on specific topics related to objective unit metrics and other common unit-level issues, providing helpful communication methods with unit leaders.

Click this link for a short overview of the changes. 👇

https://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/The-Future-of-Unit-Service-is-NOW.pdf

Additional changes to Commissioner Tools will include an updated Unit Dashboard and a completely new District Dashboard. Each dashboard will provide helpful summaries of unit metrics, detailed report information, and other valuable insights for quick reference. These dashboards are designed to aid unit commissioners, administrative commissioners, and district committee members in better-supporting units and promoting success.

12/16/2024

The Guide to Advancement has been updated. You can find the 2025 version at https://www.scouting.org/resources/guide-to-advancement/

The following statement of significant changes is found on page 7:

Almost every section of this guide has received some minor or major revisions since the last edition. Readers are encouraged to carefully review the entire guide, especially those topics frequently referenced. In particular, the following sections merit close review:

4.2.1.2 “Once a Scout has been tested and signed off by someone approved to do so, the requirement has been met.” Added “and cannot be rescinded.”

5.0.8.0 Added policy dealing with group/online instruction, and use of artificial intelligence

7.0.4.12 Online Merit Badge Classes

8.0.4.1 Added two-week time limit for council to document denial of advancement to the rank of Eagle Scout, and two months for Scout or parents to file appeal.

9.0.1.7 Changed way Eagle Scout references are handled

9.0.1.8 Added two-week time limit for council to document denial of advancement to the rank of Eagle Scout, and two months for Scout or parents to file appeal.

Section 10 Advancement for Members with Special Needs (completely reorganized and rewritten)

Removed all References to Advancement News, and National Advancement Program Team

Changed all “Scoutbook” to “Scoutbook Plus”, not “Scoutbook Plus Internet Advancement”

Questions and comments can be sent via email, [email protected].

11/13/2024

Welcome new unit commissioners Anthony Dean and Chris Kadel, standing between Anthony and NH district commish Dr. Joseph Bradley as he swears them to service. CONGRATS Anthony and Chris. Thank you for serving.

Our great district needs many more experienced adult volunteers to serve as unit commissioners. Please reply to this post with your willingness to serve :)