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The Cub Scouts Academics and Sports Program is one method of addressing the third aim of Scouting: the development of physical, mental and emotional fitness. Fitness includes the body (well-tuned and healthy), the mind (able to think and solve problems), and the emotions (self-control, courage, and self-respect). As in most activities in Cub Scouting, this is not meant to be a highly competitive program, instead, the boys are encouraged to DO THEIR BEST.
The Academic and Sports Program is an optional program for all Cub Scouts. It is not part of the normal requirements towards ranks, except where used in obtaining various Webelos activity badges and Wolf Elective 20 (Sports). Its purpose is to assist the Scouts in learning a new skill, or improving one they already posses.
A variety of recognition items are available for the boys (Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, or Webelos Scouts) who participate in the program. (Adults are NOT awarded with belt loops or pins.)
The Cub Scout Academics and Sports program is a supplemental enrichment program that complements the existing Cub Scout program. The Academics subjects and, Sports activities allow boys to learn new techniques, increase scholarship skills, develop sportsmanship - and have fun. Boys participating in the program will be recognized for enjoying teamwork, developing physical fitness, and discovering and building new talents. The Academics and Sports program encourages a boy to do his best.
Academics and Sports Letter and Pins
 Once you have earned the belt loop, you can stop. But if you want to do more with the activity, you may complete extra requirements to earn a pin.
A good place to display Academics and Sports pins is on the Academics and Sports letter. You can wear the letter on a sweater or a jacket, or display or frame it. The letter does not go on the Cub Scout uniform. There are no special requirements for earning the letter, because it's just for displaying the pins.
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* Loops and pins for archery and BB-gun shooting can be earned only in day camps, Cub Scout/Webelos Scout resident camps, council-managed family camping programs, or at council activities where there is properly trained supervision, and all guidelines for BSA shooting sports are implemented. Archery and BB-gun shooting belt loops and pins cannot be earned at the pack, den, or individual level.
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Religious Emblem Information
"A Scout is reverent." All Scouts show this by being faithful in their duty to God. Some go further and give special service. This can qualify them for a religious emblem. Such an emblem is not a Scouting award. It is conferred on a Scout by his religious leader. Each faith has its own requirements for earning its emblem.
Scouting Leadership Knot Awards
Scans and Detailed Descriptions with Requirements for most Knots. The official source for information on most adult leader training awards is the current version of Leadership Training Committee Guide (BSA Pub #34169). The various awards for Cub Scout Leaders are listed in Cub Scout Leader Specific Training (BSA Pub 34875).
Emergency Preparedness Award
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is pleased to partner with the Boy Scouts of America to increase the level of citizen preparedness across the country. DHS has asked the Boy Scouts of America to build upon the foundation of the Ready campaign and to help citizens across the country prepare for emergencies of all kinds.
Physical Fitness Award
The award's objectives, developed by the Council Services Division of the National Council and the national BSA Health and Safety Committee, are as follows:
Encourage youth fitness in the BSA by providing positive role models and by enhancing youth awareness and understanding of fitness parameters, health risks, and personal circumstances.
Encourage physical fitness among Scouters by enhancing their awareness and understanding of fitness parameters, health risks, and personal circumstances.
Reduce the rate of stress- and fitness-related incidents throughout Scouting.
Crime Prevention Award
The Boy Scouts of America's Crime Prevention Program assists neighborhoods and communities in their efforts to prevent crime. Working with Families and Neighborhoods and communities, youth learn how to help make their world a place safe from crime.
Recruiter Strip
The Recruiter Strip is awarded to a Cub Scout or Boy Scout the first time he is successful in getting a friend, relative, classmate, or other acquaintance to join his unit.
Interpreter Strip
Youth and Adult members (Cub and Webelos Scouts) may wear this strip if they show their knowledge of a foreign language or the sign language for the hearing impaired.
Texas Badge
The Texas Badge is earned by Cub Scouts and Webelos by learning about Texas. Among the requirements is learning the Texas Pledge and the song Texas Our Texas, learning about Texas Symbols and reading a book about Texas.
San Jacinto Battlefield Patch
Patch can be earned by visiting the San Jacinto Monument State Park, complete the battlefield hike, participating in 5 narratives at points during the hike.
Texas Criminal Justice Badge
The badge is open to any Cub Scout in the State of Texas. It is earned by learning about the State's criminal justice program.
My Story is a Texas Story History Patch
My Story is a Texas Story is a new history patch developed by the Museum for Boy Scouts of America, ages 8 - 17. This patch invites you to explore stories of identity; Share family memories; Visit history sites and museums; Discover Texas connections around the world; and Find the TEXAN in YOU.
Texas Heritage Trail Patch
This patch is sponsored by the Capitol Area Council (Austin) and is divided into 2 parts. Part one tells the early history of the state and is required to earn the award. Part two emphasizes its recent history and is optional.
Good Turn for America
Today, America needs the service of its citizens more than ever. Hunger, lack of adequate shelter, poor health - these are issues that affect all of us. The Boy Scouts of America believes that we can do something about these issues - if we all work together.
Scout Internet Patch Award
The Scout Internet Patch Award was started in 2007 as a fun and informative activity for Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts and Scout Leaders to demonstrate their knowledge of Scouting, Computers and the Internet. We have developed three distinct and different online interactive quizzes to take; one each for Boys Scouts, Cub Scouts and Scout Leaders. Each exam will test your knowledge of Scouting, computers and the web.
Those Scouts who are web savvy and score 100% on the interactive online quiz can print out an official personalized Scout Internet Award Certificate on their printer to display as an award for their achievement. Additionally, those who master their particular test will have the opportunity to order the Scout Internet Patch to wear as an award.
United States Heritage Award
The United States Heritage Award was designed to give youth recognition for learning about the heritage of the United States of America, and being involved.
Adults can also earn the gold award if they complete the requirements and assist a youth in earning the United States Heritage Award.
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Lifesaving Awards
Recognition may be given to a member of the Boy Scouts of America—Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturer, or adult leader—where the evidence presented to the National Court of Honor, in accordance with prescribed regulations, shows that he or she saved or attempted to save life under circumstances that indicate heroism and risk of his or her own life. The court will give consideration to resourcefulness and to demonstrated skill in rescue methods.
In no case shall recognition be given where it appears that the risk involved was merely in the performance of duty or the meeting of an obligation because of responsibility to supervise and give leadership to the person or people whose lives were saved.
It shall be wholly within the discretion of the National Court of Honor to determine from evidence presented which lifesaving award, if any, shall be made. Awards are issued in the name of the Boy Scouts of America. These awards are as follows:
Honor Medal with Crossed Palms
The Honor Medal with Crossed Palms may be awarded in exceptional cases to a youth member or adult leader who has demonstrated both unusual heroism and extraordinary skill or resourcefulness in saving or attempting to save life at extreme risk to self.
Awarded in 2010: 19
Cumulative awards since 1924: 250
Honor Medal
The Honor Medal may be awarded to a youth member or adult leader who has demonstrated unusual heroism and skill in saving or attempting to save life at considerable risk to self.
Awarded in 2010: 37
Cumulative awards since 1923: 2,271
Heroism Award
The Heroism Award may be awarded to a youth member or adult leader who has demonstrated heroism and skill in saving or attempting to save life at minimum risk to self.
Awarded in 2010: 37
Cumulative awards since 1923: 2,271
Meritorious Action Awards
Recognition may be given to a youth member or adult leader where the evidence presented to the National Court of Honor, in accordance with prescribed regulations, shows that a significant or outstanding act of service of exceptional character was performed. The action taken need not involve attempts of rescue or risk to self but must put into practice Scouting skills and/or ideals. Recognition shall not be given where it appears that the action involved was merely in the performance of duty or the meeting of an obligation. The awards are as follows:
Medal of Merit
The Medal of Merit may be awarded to a youth member or adult leader who has performed some outstanding act of service of a rare or exceptional character that reflects an uncommon degree of concern for the well-being of others.
Awarded in 2010: 75
Cumulative awards since 1945: 6,002
National Certificate of Merit
The National Certificate of Merit may be awarded to a youth member or adult leader who has performed a significant act of service that is deserving of special national recognition.
Awarded in 2010: 87
Cumulative awards since 1989: 1,588
Nominating Procedures
Link to Form
All applications should be submitted to the National Court of Honor through the local council upon duly prescribed forms, and it shall be within the discretion of the National Court of Honor to determine which type of recognition shall be given. Recipients of these awards must have been registered members of the Boy Scouts of America at the time the action was performed. Awards are made in the name of the Boy Scouts of America.
The council advancement committee will investigate the case, interview the principals and witnesses, secure necessary signed statements, and make recommendations based upon a full knowledge of the facts within 30 days of the receipt of the recommendation. Unless there are unusual circumstances that account for the time lapse, no application may be considered after a lapse of six months from the deed without a written explanation from the Scout executive or adviser to the council committee.
Separate applications are required if more than one member is being recommended for recognition. It is recommended that no case be forwarded to the National Court of Honor without the endorsement or statement of an eyewitness. All recognitions are reserved for registered members, and no such member should be encouraged to submit an application on his or her own behalf. Caution is urged not to submit weak cases (in terms of meaningful action or documentation) to the National Court of Honor. Deliberations are conducted by the court, not only to recognize deserving individuals but also to preserve the historical integrity of the awards.
Note: If the situation is deserving of merit but does not qualify for a national award, the local council writes a letter conveying the recommendation of the committee. The Local Council Certificate of Merit, No. 33732, is used for this purpose.
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