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The Eagle court of honor may follow a regular troop court of
honor. The flags are in place, and the mood is set. The
participants are seated at a table in the front of the room, or
they may rise from the audience at their particular point in the
program.
Master of Ceremonies (MC)
Honor Guard
MC: Welcome now to that part of our court of honor where we
recognize a candidate for Eagle Scout. The presentation of the
Eagle Award is an important and serious matter. It is the climax
and the goal for which this Scout has been working for many
years.
Honor guard, please escort before this court, Eagle Candidate [
Scout's name ], so we may ensure that he has been prepared
properly to receive this high honor.
(The honor guard, composed of Eagle Scouts, escort the Eagle
Candidate to the front of the room, near the American flag,
leaving him facing the audience.)
MC: The Eagle Award is a culmination of the effort of many
leaders of this Scout. It is an occasion for pride and joy and a
time for serious contemplation. It is the highest rank in
Scouting, and the most coveted of all awards in Scouting. It is
the last major step in the Scouting advancement program. If Troop
leaders have not achieved their purpose with this scout in the
building of character, in the training of leadership, in the
practice of service, they probably never shall. It is, right and
proper that this court make a careful examination of the
applicant. In order that you may understand the completeness of
our examination, I shall ask members of the Troop Committee to
explain the inquiries made regarding the candidate. Mr./Mrs.
________, please state how this Eagle Candidates accomplished the
requirements established by the Boy Scouts of America. .
Mr./Mrs. _______: Mr. (MC), the first consideration in the
examination of this candidate, was his proficiency in the various
crafts and skills prescribed in the requirements for the Eagle
Award. The Eagle candidate presented a record of the merit badges
he earned and the advancement he has accomplished. These records
have been carefully checked. The candidate has been certified by
the merit badge counselors approved by the troop committee. The
court finds that the candidate has completed all required merit
badges.
MC: Mr. #2.
Mr.#2: Mr. (MC) , another important consideration for the Eagle
Award is leadership. This court carefully reviewed the record of
the candidate's performance in leadership positions. We found all
positions held in the troop, school affairs, and his Eagle
service project to meet the requirements of the Eagle Award. We
find that the candidate displayed his capacity and his
willingness to exert leadership in activities that are
constructive and worthwhile to this community. We believe that he
is qualified to receive the Eagle Award.
MC: Mr. #3.
Mr.#3: Mr. (MC), last, but certainly not least, is the Scout's
character. We have interviewed teachers, his pastor, neighbors
and many others regarding the candidate. It is the finding of the
court that this candidate has put into practice, in his daily
life, the principles of the Scout Oath and Law. We believe he
will continue these habits after receiving the Eagle Award.
MC: In light of these inquires, this court finds the candidate
qualified for the Eagle Award. However, if anyone knows any
reason why this Scout should not receive the rank of Eagle,
please inform this court now.
EAGLE SCOUT: (From the audience.) Gentlemen of the court. I
represent all the Scouts who have received the Eagle Award in
_____________ District. We do not object to awarding the rank of
Eagle to this candidate. We believe though, that the he must
understand that the Eagle rank is a responsibility as well as an
honor. We respectfully ask that this Eagle candidate be informed
of these responsibilities before the badge is awarded.
MC: The court concurs in your feelings. Let us hear the
responsibilities of an Eagle Scout.
(The lights are dimmed. For dramatic effect, use recorded voices
in corners of the room or behind drapes. If that isn't feasible,
an older Eagle steps to the front to speak as the Voices. As
Voice 1 begins, turn on the WHITE portion of the ribbon.)
VOICE 1: The first responsibility of an Eagle Scout is to live
with honor. An Eagle's honor is sacred. Honor is the foundation
of all character. Character is what one is down deep inside, not
what others thinks one is. An Eagle will so live that he reflects
honor upon his home, his church, his school, his friends, and
upon himself. May the white of your badge remind you to live with
honor.
(As Voice 2 begins, turn on the BLUE portion of the ribbon.)
VOICE 2: The second responsibility of an Eagle Scout is loyalty.
Without loyalty, character lacks direction. An Eagle is loyal to
his ideals. To thy own self be true. It follows as the night into
day, thou cannot be false to any man. Neither pain nor profit,
pride nor personal loss shall swerve him in his loyalty. May the
blue of your badge remind you always to be loyal.
(As Voice 3 begins, turn on the RED portion of the ribbon now.)
VOICE 3: The third responsibility of an Eagle Scout is courage.
Courage gives character force and strength. Trusting in God and
with faith in his fellowman, the Eagle Scout faces each day
unafraid and seeks his share of the world's work. May the red of
your badge remind you always of courage.
(As Voice 4 begins, illuminate the rest of the badge, the scroll
and the Eagle.)
VOICE 4: The final responsibility of a n Eagle Scout is service.
He extends a helping hand to those who still toil up the Scouting
trail, just as others helped him in his achievement of the Eagle
rank. The habit of the daily Good Turn must take on new meaning,
blossoming in a life of service. He protects and defends the weak
and helpless. He aids and comforts the unfortunate and the
oppressed. He upholds the rights of others while demanding his
own. His code of conduct is based upon the belief that real
leadership must be founded upon service.
May the motto "Be Prepared" always be of service to
others. May the eagle suspended from the ribbon always remind you
to perform that service when the opportunity presents itself.
EAGLE SCOUT: Gentlemen of the court, if this candidate is
willing, yes eager, to accept the responsibilities of the badge
as well as its honor, we cordially welcome him into the ranks of
Eagle Scouts.
MC: Eagle Candidate [ Scout's name ], are you willing to accept
these responsibilities?
CANDIDATE: I am.
MC: By the authority vested in this court of honor by the
National Council, Boy Scouts of America, and by recommendation of
the persons who have investigated your credentials, your
leadership practice and your character, this court hereby awards
the rank of Eagle Scout to __________. The charge to this worthy
Eagle will be given by Mr. ___________.
CHARGE: (Choose an Eagle Charge or Pledge)
Please direct all inquiries & submissions to