Active Participation: An important requirement for advancement is active participation in the Troop's activities. These activities include more than just meetings and campouts. Special events such as Scout Fair, parades, fund raising activities, as well as Service Projects are an important part of the Scouting experience. A Scout who has not attended at least 50 % of the Troop's activities since his last advancement should not expect to be advanced.

Leadership: Each Scout is expected to properly carry out his required leadership role in the Troop with dedication and enthusiasm. Merely agreeing to take on a responsibility and wearing a position patch is no guarantee of advancement. A Scout who is striving to achieve Eagle Rank should have a major leadership position such as Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Quartermaster, or Patrol Leader while he is a Life Scout.

Scout Spirit: The most important requirement for advancement is the display of Scout Spirit. A Scout shows Scout Spirit when he:

is cooperative with fellow Scouts and Adult Leaders.
has a friendly, positive attitude.
does his share of the duties cheerfully.
helps younger, less experienced Scouts
takes an active role in all Troop activities.
shows leadership.
demonstrates by his example that he is trying his best to live by the Scout Law and Scout Oath.