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Swine Validation November 20 Swine Validation November 22-23 Extension Office Closed December 1-2 Coastal

Vineyard, Sinton, TX 78387; Phone: 361-587-3400; Fax: 361-364-6237 November 2018 Issue 3 ATTENTION!

Don t risk missing out on important deadlines & 4-H information!

VALIDATION SCHEDULED Breeding Rabbits November 17 Time: 9am - 11am County Fairgrounds-Show Barn Major Show

San Angelo Stock Show January 18 - February 9, 2019 February 1-17, 2019 Fort Worth, Texas San Angelo,

com San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo February 7-24, 2019 February 26 - March

1 DATES TO REMEMBER November 1 Major Show Sign Up Night Extra Special Show Training November 11 Extra Special Show Training November 12 Extension Office Closed November 15 4-H Council Meeting November 17 Swine Validation November 20 Swine Validation November Extension Office Closed December 1-2 Coastal Bend Classic December 18 Rabbit Validation 219 N. Vineyard, Sinton, TX 78387; Phone: ; Fax: November 2018 Issue 3 ATTENTION! December, 2018 will be your last newsletter unless you are registered on 4-H Connect. Don t risk missing out on important deadlines & 4-H information! Swine November 17; Time: 8am - 12 noon November 20; Time: 11am - 5pm County Fairgrounds-Show Barn VALIDATION SCHEDULED Breeding Rabbits November 17 Time: 9am - 11am County Fairgrounds-Show Barn Major Show Information Rabbits December 18 Time: 5pm - 7pm County Fairgrounds-Show Barn Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo San Angelo Stock Show January 18 - February 9, 2019 February 1-17, 2019 Fort Worth, Texas San Angelo, Texas San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo February 7-24, 2019 February 26 - March 17, 2019 San Antonio, Texas Houston, Texas Star of Texas Rodeo State Fair of Texas March 16-30, 2019 September 28 - October 21, 2018 Austin, Texas Dallas, Texas The San Patricio County Extension Office will be closed November 12 & November 22-23, 2018.

EXTRA SPECIAL SHOW VOLUNTEER TRAINING PAGE 2 If you are in 7th - 12th grade, ACTIVE on 4-H Connect and would like to help out with the Extra Special Show on January 23, 2019;

4-H COUNCIL MEETING November 15 6pm It is very important that all club presidents and council delegates attend meeting! For questions please contact Connie Seago at connie@seago.

2 EXTRA SPECIAL SHOW VOLUNTEER TRAINING PAGE 2 If you are in 7th - 12th grade, ACTIVE on 4-H Connect and would like to help out with the Extra Special Show on January 23, 2019; you must attend one of the following trainings on Thursday, November 1, 2018 at 5:30pm at the Extension Office or Sunday, November 11, 2018 at 5:30pm at the Extension Office. 4-H COUNCIL MEETING November 15 6pm It is very important that all club presidents and council delegates attend meeting! For questions please contact Connie Seago at connie@seago.net or Shannon O Brien at o_brienshannon@hotmail.com MAJOR SHOW SIGN UP Entries for Major Shows will be completed at the Extension Office Thursday, November 1, 2018 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm. No appointment necessary; first come, first served. *Must have Quality Counts Number, participant's date of birth and social security number* Meeting Schedule Nov 04 - Rocking O Nov 05 - Wildcat Nov 12 - Gregory-Portland Nov 12 - Mathis Nov 12 - San Pat Horse Nov 12 - Taft Nov 11 - Clover T Nov 11 - Ingleside Nov 18 - Blue Ribbon Nov 18 - West Sinton

PAGE 3 Blue Ribbon ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Khloe Troup Blue Ribbon 4-H Club meeting was held on October 21 at the Cowboy Fellowship

Pledge of Allegiance was led by Wyatt Garza, 4-H Pledge by Mason Tannehill, Clayton Tucker led 4-H Motto and 4-H Prayer by Parker Seago.

Club played the game I love my neighbor that, which was led by Mason Tannehill. He also gave a report on membership and reminded everyone about club dues and registering on 4-H Connect.

3 PAGE 3 Blue Ribbon Khloe Troup Blue Ribbon 4-H Club meeting was held on October 21 at the Cowboy Fellowship Church in Sinton. President Parker Seago called the meeting to order. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Wyatt Garza, 4-H Pledge by Mason Tannehill, Clayton Tucker led 4-H Motto and 4-H Prayer by Parker Seago. Megan Frerich gave the inspiration and Khloe Troup called attendance and read the minutes from September meeting. Ella Troup gave Treasures Report. Club played the game I love my neighbor that, which was led by Mason Tannehill. He also gave a report on membership and reminded everyone about club dues and registering on 4-H Connect. Connie Seago gave an update on the Sinton A&H Booster Club Annual $100 Dance saying it was a success. Parker Seago talked about the upcoming council meeting and the club elected Wyatt as our alternate council delegate. Club Manager Staci Frerich informed the club that the county food show has been moved to the spring and for members to watch newsletter for more information. Trunk or Treat was discussed and volunteers were asked to decorate and pass out candy at the event. She also asked that all poinsettia money be turned in. Club member Lexi Rodriguez gave a report on the One Day 4-H project of painting parking curbs and cleaning at the San Patricio Cowboy Church. Megan discussed National 4-H Week display at the Sinton Library. Mrs. Frerich also reminded everyone that if you aren t registered on 4-H Connect you will not be allowed to show, and that stock show entry cards & receipts of online payment are due by our next meeting. Meeting was adjourned and club members enjoyed snacks. ROCKING O 4-H CLUB YARD SALE November 10, 2018 Odem City Park Starting 7am Rocking O is also accepting donations for the yard sale. All donations can be dropped off to Adrian at the Extension Office by November 8. Thank you SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Deadline: December 1, 2018 Texas Farm Credit would like to take this opportunity to invite 4-H members to submit their application to AgStudent of the Month program and Marsha Martin Scholarship program. Students may apply for both programs by completing one simple application. AgStudent of the Month: Each of Texas Farm Credit s 20 branches will recognize one outstanding student per month from January to April Winners will receive $100 Visa gift cards and will advance to the selection process for the Marsha Martin Scholarship. Texas Farm Credit will continue to award 5 Marsha Martin Scholarships in the amount of $2,000 each for graduating seniors who are involved in 4-H or FFA and are pursuing college degree in an agriculture-related field of study. These 5 scholarship recipients will be selected from the monthly AgStudent of the Month winners. In addition, each of the 5 Marsha Martin scholarship winners will also have a $500 contribution made in their honor to their 4-H Club or FFA Chapter. Information and applications related to both programs can be downloaded from

departure time and arrival. Please call the Extension Office at 361-587-3400 if it s during office hours, after office hours email aarredondo@ag.tamu.edu.

All workshops will be hosted by the College of Agriculture at Sam Houston State University. When registering, youth need to select which workshop they prefer to attend.

4 PAGE 4 ADRIAN S CORNER Reminder! All Beef, Goat & Lamb Exhibitors, validation has passed if you plan on taking your animal out of the County for any reason other than a show, you must notify the Extension Office or myself of departure time and arrival. Please call the Extension Office at if it s during office hours, after office hours aarredondo@ag.tamu.edu. DISTRICT 11 4-H CROSSROADS November 8-10, 2018 Huntsville, TX This Year Crossroads workshops will include: Body in Motion, Animal Science, Forensic Science and Engineering Technology. All workshops will be hosted by the College of Agriculture at Sam Houston State University. When registering, youth need to select which workshop they prefer to attend. Important Reminders: All 4-H members planning to attend are required to register via 4-H CONNECT. Registration September 1 thru October 12 for $175. A late fee of $25 will be assessed from October 13 November 2. Late registrants may not receive a t-shirt. All participants will be required to turn in the Health questionnaire found on the Crossroads page. For more information and a complete schedule visit: JUNIOR LEADERSHIP RETREAT November 9-11, 2018 Texas 4-H Center, Lake Brownwood, TX Registration: $140 for youth 3rd - 8th grade (Includes lodging and meals) To register visit texas4hcenter.tamu.edu Deadline: October 29, 2018 Sessions: Use Your Imagination, Community Service, Chemistry, Leadership Initiatives, Trashion Fashion Dance Theme: Pirates Coastal Bend Classic Youth Livestock Clinics & Shows December 1-2, 2018 San Patricio County Fairgrounds

PAGE 5 ENROLLMENT BEGINS September 1 ENROLLMENT PROCESS FOR 2018-2019 Fee: $20 if signed up before October 31, 2018 $25 beginning November 1, 2018 http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/ 1.

5 PAGE 5 ENROLLMENT BEGINS September 1 ENROLLMENT PROCESS FOR Fee: $20 if signed up before October 31, 2018 $25 beginning November 1, New Members: Create family profile by selecting the I need to setup a profile button. Returning Members: DO NOT CREATE A NEW PROFILE!!! Use your and password and access your established profile. If you have forgotten your and/or password or if you have any problems accessing your profile, contact your county Extension Office for assistance. 2. New Members: Add a youth and/or adult profiles under your family profile. As you enter information please make sure that all information is correct. Returning Members: Click on the Edit button beside profile name. Review and update all information pertaining to this profile. DO NOT JUST CLICK AND MOVE ON - CHECK IT ALL!! Incorrect information can jeopardize your ability to register for an event, receive school excused absences, not receive communications, etc. 3. Once all profile information is current and correct under the Personal Information, Additional Information, and Participation areas of enrollment continue to the Invoice page. 4. Review your invoice to ensure that the participation fee has been charged and it is correct. Once information has been reviewed, click continue to the Payment screen. 5. New Members: If you are new to 4-H, you can add your credit card payment information to 4-H CONNECT and it will be securely stored. To add a credit card click on the orange Add New Credit Card link. Returning Members: If returning please review your payment information for correct account numbers, expiration dates, security codes, etc. to ensure your payment will not be declined. Select the appropriate method of payment by clicking on the correct button, then click Select Payment Method. You will be sent to the Confirm page. 6. Confirm your participation fee by clicking the Confirm Order. Your pending enrollment will then be sent to the county office for review and acceptance. 7. When the county Extension Office receives your enrollment notice they will review all information and approve your membership. Payment must be made by credit card, the payment will be processed and if accepted your enrollment status will become ACTIVE.

Helpful Links: Texas 4-H Website http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/ Register for 4-H http://texas.4honline.com San Patricio County Website http://sanpatricio.agrilife.org District 11 http://d114-h.tamu.edu/ PAGE 6 To be eligible to compete in the A&H Show in any division, (including Homemaking) you must attend at least 60% of club meetings.

Start out the 4-H year right by attending club meetings and keeping your grades up! New 4-H members must also attend 60% of their club meeting, however, their club attendance begins on Sept. 1, 2018.

org/ Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter! Feel free to share any pictures you have of you or your fellow 4-Hers in action!

edu/ Reminder: If your animal loses its validation tag, call the Extension Office ASAP with the tag number so that a replacement can be ordered.

6 Helpful Links: Texas 4-H Website Register for 4-H San Patricio County Website District 11 PAGE 6 To be eligible to compete in the A&H Show in any division, (including Homemaking) you must attend at least 60% of club meetings. Attendance for the 2019 Show starts in January, You must also meet UIL academic eligibility requirements by passing all of your classes. Start out the 4-H year right by attending club meetings and keeping your grades up! New 4-H members must also attend 60% of their club meeting, however, their club attendance begins on Sept. 1, Only new 4-H members will be allowed to count January 2019 attendance. San Pat/Aransas A&H Show Online 4-H Record book 4-H Mall Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter! Feel free to share any pictures you have of you or your fellow 4-Hers in action! If your address changes, PLEASE correct it on 4-H Connect: Reminder: If your animal loses its validation tag, call the Extension Office ASAP with the tag number so that a replacement can be ordered. The address needs to be corrected on the family profile AND in each individual s profile. The labels for the newsletter and other miscellaneous mailings are generated by the information entered by you or your family. Don t risk missing out on the monthly 4-H newsletter or other important mailings! ADULT VOLUNTEER BACKGROUND CHECK To protect our 4-H members, the Texas 4-H Program administers an adult screening program. This screening is conducted every 3 years. All adults who will be working directly with youth (other than their own children) must complete the adult registration form on 4-H Connect to be screened. Once their registration has been approved from the State office, then we can certify those adults as San Patricio County volunteers. Only those adults who have been screened and cleared through YPS will have the privilege of working with 4-H members. There is a $5 annual fee for each adult who will be a Volunteer. This fee is paid on 4-H Connect.

7 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Major Show Sign up Night H Council Meeting Swine Validation Swine Validation TEXAS 4-H AGE CATEGORIES ( through ) Clover Kids: Kinder through 2nd grade Juniors: 3rd - 5th grade as of Sept. 1, 2018 Intermediates: 6th - 8th grade as of Sept. 1, 2018 Seniors: 9th - 12th grade as of Sept. 1, 2018 UPCOMING EVENTS December : Coastal Bend Classic 18: Rabbit Validation 20: 4-H Council Meeting 24-25: Extension Office Closed

December 2015 Issue 4

DATES TO REMEMBER 219 N. Vineyard, Sinton, TX 78387; Phone: 361-364-6234; Fax: 361-364-6237 December 2015 Issue 4 December 1 Roasters Arrive Poinsettias Arrive December 2 4-H Food Show December 5 Coastal