Troop 100 - Sylmar, California

Scout is the first award earned by a Scout in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). It is not a rank, but the 'joining requirement' (Tenderfoot is the first rank). The Scout badge has a brown fleur-de-lis on a tan background. The fleur-de-lis symbolizes a compass needle, pointing the Scout in the right direction, which is onward and upward. The badge is awarded when the boy demonstrates a rudimentary knowledge of the Scouting ideals.

Tenderfoot is the first rank attainable by a Scout in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and ranks above Scout and below Second Class. A Scout can work on the requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks at the same time, but each must be earned in sequence. The Tenderfoot badge has a yellow fleur-de-lis, with a star on each of the two lateral points, an eagle on the center, and a shield on the eagle's chest colored somewhat like the American flag. The stars symbolize truth and knowledge; the eagle and shield symbolize freedom and readiness to defend that freedom. The badge is awarded when the Scout completes requirements in the areas of Scoutcraft, physical fitness, citizenship, personal growth and Scout Spirit.

Second Class is the second rank attainable by a Scout in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and ranks above Tenderfoot and below First Class. A Scout can work on the requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks at the same time, but must earn them in sequence. The Second Class badge has a yellow horizontal scroll with the words of the Boy Scout motto "Be Prepared," the ends turned up, and a knotted rope hanging from the bottom. The knot symbolizes a reminder for each Scout to remember the Scout slogan which is to "Do A Good Turn Daily." This emblem represents service. The upturned ends of the scroll symbolize cheerfulness in service. The badge is awarded when the Scout completes requirements in the areas of Scoutcraft, physical fitness, citizenship, personal growth and Scout Spirit.

First Class is the third rank attainable by a Scout in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and ranks above Second Class and below Star. A Scout can work on the requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks at the same time, but must earn them in sequence. The badge is awarded when the Scout completes requirements in the areas of Scoutcraft, physical fitness, citizenship, personal growth and Scout Spirit.

Star is the fourth rank attainable by a Scout in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and ranks above First Class and below Life. The Star badge has the Boy Scout emblem superimposed on a yellow star. Star is awarded when the Scout serves actively in the troop, team or crew, serves in a position of responsibility, performs at least six hours of community service, and earns six merit badges (four of which must be required).

Life is the second highest rank attainable by a Scout in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). Life Scout ranks above Star and below Eagle. The Life badge has the Boy Scout emblem superimposed on a red heart, signifying that the ideals of Scouting have become a part of the Scout's life and character. Life is awarded when the Scout serves actively in the troop, team or crew, serves in a position of responsibility, and performs community service. Another thing a scout must do in order to achieve Life is earn 5 merit badges (3 of which are required for the rank of Eagle), to make a minumum total of eleven merit badges (including the six required for Star). Also the scout must be in the troop while in a leadership position for 6 months from his star rank, also he must do 6 hours of community service. Finally, the scout must pass a scoutmaster conference, and Board of Review.

Eagle Scout is the highest rank attainable in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). Since its introduction in 1911, the Eagle Scout rank has been earned by just over one and a half million Scouts. Requirements include earning a number of merit badges and demonstration of Scout Spirit, service and leadership. Eagle Scouts are presented with a medal and badge that visibly recognizes the accomplishments of the Scout. Additional recognition can be earned through Eagle Palms, awarded for completing additional tenure, leadership and merit badge requirements.