Patrol Leader
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From the BSA Handbooks:

The Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) is elected by the Scouts to represent them as the top
junior leader in the troop. Reports to the Scoutmaster.

Duties:
- Runs all troop meetings, events, activities;
- Appoints troop junior leaders with the advice and counsel of the Scoutmaster;
- Assigns duties and responsibilities to junior leaders;
- Assists the Scoutmaster with junior leader training;
- Sets a good example;
- Enthusiastically wears the Scout uniform correctly;
- Lives by the Scout Oath and Law;
- Shows Scout spirit;
The Assistant Senior Patrol Leader (ASPL) is the second-highest-ranking junior leader in the
troop. He is appointed by the Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) with the approval of the Scoutmaster.
The ASPL acts as the senior SPL in the absence of the SPL or when called upon. He also
provides leadership to other junior leaders in the troop. Reports to the SPL.

Duties:
- Helps the SPL lead meetings and activities;
- Keeps meetings in order;
- Runs the troop in the absence of the SPL;
- Helps train and supervise the troop scribe, quartermaster, instructor, librarian, et. al.;
- Serves as a member of the Patrol Leaders' Council (PLC);
- Sets a good example;
- Enthusiastically wears the Scout uniform correctly;
- Lives by the Scout Oath and Law;
- Shows Scout spirit;
The Patrol Leader (PL) is appointed by his patrol and provides their leadership. Reports to the SPL.

Duties:
- Helps the SPL by leading his patrol in meetings and activities;
- Leads patrol meetings;
- Serves as a member of the Patrol Leaders' Council (PLC);
- Sets a good example;
- Enthusiastically wears the Scout uniform correctly;
- Lives by the Scout Oath and Law;
- Shows Scout spirit;
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