WELCOME TO 4-H: A New Family s Guide

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1 WELCOME TO 4-H: A New Family s Guide

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3 WELCOME TO ILLINOIS 4-H Did you know that 4-H members and leaders live all over Illinois, in all 50 United States, and in 82 other countries around the world! 4-H is for any youth between the ages of 5-18 years old regardless of where they live, in cities, in towns, or on farms. We understand that you may have many questions your first few years in the program and this guide will be there to help! If you have other questions that this guide does not answer, do not hesitate to call your local Extension office and talk to your 4-H program coordinator. The county offices are listed on the back page of this booklet. The goal of 4-H is to develop citizenship, leadership, responsibility and life skills of youth through experiential learning programs and a positive youth development approach. Though typically thought of as an agriculturally focused organization because of its history, 4-H today focuses on citizenship, healthy living, and science, engineering, and technology programs. EMBLEM, COLORS, PLEDGE, & MOTTO, SLOGAN: The four-leaf clover is the official 4-H emblem. The four H s stand for head, heart, hands, and health. The colors of 4-H are: Green- life, springtime, youth White- fresh, clean The 4-H pledge is: I PLEDGE My Head to clearing thinking, My Heart to greater loyalty, My Hands to larger service, My Health to better living, For my club, my community, my country, and my world. The 4-H motto - To Make the Best Better! The 4-H slogan - Learn by Doing 4-H members and volunteers should learn the pledge and try to follow it in their daily life. The motto is to remind us to always strive for improvement, to continually set goals and give every effort your best. 1

4 HOW DID 4-H BEGIN? 4-H had its national beginnings around the turn of the century, and Illinois was there from the start. The groundwork that led to 4-H, as we know it today, was laid by pioneers in educational work and leaders of farm organizations who realized the value of leisure-time group activities for young people. In 1899, W.B. Otwell, Secretary of the Macoupin County Illinois Farmer's Institute, furnished small packages of seed corn to 500 boys who were to grow corn and make an exhibit for the next gathering of the Farmer's Institute. This resulted in the organization of the first boy s corn club. In 1904, at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St. Louis, Missouri, 8,000 Illinois farm boys contributed to the corn exhibit at the Palace of Agriculture under the direction of Mr. Otwell. The first Illinois 4-H Club was the Union Pig Club organized by C.C. Coots in Macoupin County, in the spring of By 1917, over fifteen thousand members were enrolled in Illinois. 4-H has evolved over the years to match the changing needs of the children it serves. Today, community clubs offer youth opportunities to expand their knowledge in a multitude of project areas ranging from aerospace to woodworking. Emphasis is placed on helping members develop communication, decision-making, community service, citizenship, and leadership skills while building friendships that will last a lifetime. 2

5 4-H MEMBERSHIP & PROGRAMS Youth wanting to join 4-H must be between the ages of 5 to 18 and not passed their 19 th birthday by September 1 of the current year in order to be eligible. 4-H is open to all youth regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or disability. 4-H members between the ages of 5-7 are considered Cloverbud members. Cloverbud members participate in unique 4-H projects that are age appropriate. Types of 4-H Clubs and Programs A 4-H member belongs to a 4-H club. A 4-H club is made up of at least five members and led by at least one adult volunteer. The 4-H year runs from September 1 thru August 31. The 4-H member chooses one to two projects at the beginning of the 4-H year and works on the project throughout the year. The finished project(s) are exhibited at the county 4-H show during the summer and if selected may be exhibited at the Illinois State Fair 4-H Show in August. 4-H Community Clubs: A community club consists of at least five members with at least one volunteer leader. The club meets a minimum of six times during the year however; a typical club often meets once a month. The club elects officers and holds a business meeting along with a planned program/activity at each meeting. Club activities can include demonstrations, project work, community service, and social events. 4-H Cloverbuds Cloverbuds is for youth between the ages of 5-7 as of September 1 of the 4-H year. Cloverbuds learn together and are activity focused. Cloverbuds may be an extension of a community club or they may be a group on their own. If they are an extension of a community club, they may participate in some of the community club activities. Cloverbud members are encouraged to display what they have learned during the year either as a group exhibit at the fair or individually with a poster. Cloverbuds are not eligible to exhibit at the Illinois State Fair. 3

6 SPIN Clubs SPIN clubs combine the concept of Special Interest Groups with the 4-H Club model to provide short-term positive youth development experiences. The club consists of at least five members with at least one volunteer leader. The club meets a minimum of six times during the year. Some type of a youth leadership team is encouraged along with the planning of a community service project. The club s focus is on a particular project or area for example it could be learning about Rockets or French cooking or Coin Collections. Shooting Sports Shooting Sports clubs combine the Special Interest Group with the 4-H Club model to provide a positive youth development experience. Shooting Sports is divided into three disciplines including: Archery, Air Rifle/Rifle and Shotgun. Each of these disciplines is led by a 4-H trained volunteer in the discipline. Each discipline must meet for a minimum of six times during the year. A Unit-wide and State competition are offered at the end of the program year. 4-H Enrichment Youth may also receive a 4-H learning experience presented or coordinated by Extension personnel as part of classroom or community activities. An example of this might be 4-H Health Jam, Conservation Day, Safety Day, Recycling program, Summer Gardening or Summer Cooking Classes etc. 4

7 WHO HELPS IN 4-H? 4-H is really a family program. Your parents and family are important in 4-H. They help you with project work and other activities. Volunteer leaders also help 4-H members. Every 4-H club needs one or more adult leaders. These leaders teach youth, organize the club, help officers, assist at meetings, and orient new parents about 4-H. There are various kinds of leaders in 4-H: Community Club Leaders: responsible for the general organization of the club Project Leader: helps members with their project work Jr. Leaders: 4-H teens who work with an adult leader to give leadership to activities, events, and/or projects Parents: parents are important in 4-H! They show interest and concern for their children by attending meetings, serving as leaders, helping in club activities, and serving on committees. All registered volunteers go through the Volunteer Screening process. To be adult leaders, you must apply and go through a screening process. This process ensures the protection of both the 4-H members and adult volunteer. WHAT DO YOU DO IN 4-H? In 4-H, youth learn by doing. Youth learn project skills, how to work with others as a team, and how to serve their community and country. 4-H Members may participate in some of the following activities: Project Work members choose at least one project of interest per year Demonstrations members learn to speak in front of others Recreation members play games and make new friends Community Service members help improve their community County Workshops members may choose to participate in county workshops Exhibits members exhibit their best project work at the county 4-H show and the Illinois State Fair Camps members may participate in 4-H Memorial Camp at Monticello, Illinois State Events Members may participate in state events such as Summer Illini Academy, Speaking for Illinois 4-H, Livestock Judging, Robotics Competition, Jr. Leadership Academy and much more 5

8 CLUB MEETINGS 4-H members are given the opportunity to learn and practice decision-making in group situations. 4-H members are expected to attend their club s meetings, and parents are encouraged to attend as well 4-H is a family affair! A 4-H meeting agenda looks something like this... Opening Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance 4-H Pledge Business Meeting Roll Call often a member will answer a specific question when his/her name is called such as What is your favorite flavor of ice cream? Secretary s Report Treasurer s Report Committee Reports Old Business New Business Program Talks & Demonstrations Guest Speakers Project Work Recreation & Refreshments Games Entertainment Snacks Sometimes a club can use the meeting time or schedule an additional time to work on projects, tour a specific business, have a fun outing, participate in a community service project, take a field trip, or have a special guest speaker. Meetings can be fun and educational when youth are actively involved, Learn by Doing. 6

9 WHAT DO CLUB OFFICERS DO? 4-H Club officers are elected by the members of the club. Elections are held at the beginning of the 4-H year usually in September or October. Sometimes clubs will elect Jr. Officers. In this case, the older more experienced officers will mentor the Jr. Officers, helping them learn the responsibilities of the office they hold. Each officer has a specific job. President The president leads the club meetings, creates the meeting agenda with the club leader and uses Robert s Rules of Order to run the meeting smoothly. Vice President Secretary The vice president leads in the meeting in the president s absence, introduces guests, and is the program chair. The secretary writes down what happens at the meetings, keeps attendance records, brings the secretary s book to all meetings, and keeps track of all communications. Treasurer The treasurer takes care of the club money, pays bills, keeps an accurate account of the club s finances, and reports at each club meeting. Reporter The reporter sends news stories to local newspapers and/or radio stations and plans publicity for events. Recreation Committee Chair The recreation leader leads games and other fun activities The chair is responsible for leading a club committee. The committee could be for a community service project, a social event or fundraising depending upon the needs of the club. 7

10 PROJECT WORK As a 4-H member, youth must choose at least one project. Choose a project that interests you. Projects provide the basis of the 4-H program by offering various education experiences. Carrying out a project will help the member learn by doing as well as learning why things happen the way they do. There are more than 40 different projects and each has multiple levels, so that a member may advance in skills and learning opportunities. Project manuals are available to order but you can also use other resources to help develop your project. 4-H FAIR The 4-H fair (held during the summer months) offers an opportunity to the 4-H member to have their finished 4-H project judged against a set of standards. The 4-H member will talk with the judge; explain what they have learned and how they developed their project. This can be a very positive and motivating part of the total 4-H experience. The judge will determine if the project meets the project criteria and then assign an award to the project, a white, red or blue ribbon. In some cases, additional awards are given in some project areas including: Best of Show, Grand Champion, Reserve Grand Champion, Class Champion, etc. These can be competitive and are often sponsored by outside organizations, clubs and families who have a general interest in the 4-H program. Remember that when you exhibit at the local 4-H show, you are asking for the judge s opinion. The judge s opinion is just that: an opinion, and it can vary from judge to judge and day to day. It is an opportunity to explain what you have learned, and it is an opportunity to learn from an expert. Each project is a success, no matter what color the ribbon may be. 8

11 DANISH SYSTEM The Danish system of judging is a method of evaluation where a 4-H exhibit or process is evaluated against a set of standards, and recognition is awarded on the degree to which the standard has been met by each 4-H member. The standards of excellence are often printed on a judge s scorecard, and allows for the 4-H exhibit to be judged on one s own merit, and not in comparison with others in the class. The following ribbons apply: WHITE: Fair, denotes much improvement needed. Fails to meet minimum standards. RED: Good, some improvements needed. Meets minimum standards. BLUE: Excellent, meets or exceeds the standards. Additional awards are given in some project areas 4-H FAIR TIMELINE check with your county staff for a more accurate timeline April May June June July August County Public Speaking Contest consists of a variety of different types of speeches youth may participate in including Formal Speech, Illustrated Speech, Original Works or Oral Interpretation. Local winners will go to the state competition State Public Speaking Contest Livestock Shows (Beef, Sheep, Swine, Dairy, Goats, Rabbits, Poultry, Cats & Dogs); Food Shows ( Cooking 101, 201, 301, 401, Food Science, and Food Preservation); General Shows (all other project areas Aerospace to Woodworking) Illinois State Fair Projects are selected at the county level to be exhibited at the Illinois State Fair. 9

12 CAMP AND STATE-WIDE EVENTS 4-H Memorial Camp is located within beautiful Robert Allerton Park, just outside of Monticello, Illinois. Memorial Camp's facilities and 250 acres provide an ideal location for all types of residential camping and educational programs.. 4-H camp is open to 4-H youth and non-4-h youth between the ages of 8 to 16. Summer Illini Academy is a college exploratory experience on the University of Illinois campus. Participants attend academy sessions led by university professors and enjoy a variety of engaging activities that provide a taste of just how cool college life can be. This 4-day academy allows participants and opportunity to experience dorm life and take in the sites of campus. The conference is open to youth who have completed 8 th grade by June of the current year. DARE to build your leadership skills. Learn to be better leaders enhance your public speaking skills, find your leadership niche, and learn how to develop youth and adult partnerships. For youth in grades 9 to 12. Usually held in January, locations vary. Speaking for Illinois 4-H allows 4-H members to receive advanced training in public speaking at Speaking for Illinois 4-H trainings held throughout the state. That training prepares youth to meet with county and state elected officials, potential donors, civic groups, and new volunteers. Applicants must be current 4-H members as of September 1 of the current 4-H year. Applicants must be 14 years old by the date of training. Held in different locations throughout the state up to three times a year. The Illinois 4-H Jr. Leadership Conference is a statewide event planned just for 7 th and 8 th grade 4-H members. By the time you leave, you will have a better understanding of the opportunities available in the Illinois 4-H program and learned how to a difference in your own community. Usually held in February, locations vary. 10

13 4-H Members are encouraged to apply for 4-H awards. Awards are based upon the scores from either the 4-H Experience Award Application, the Illinois 4-H Award Application, nomination by the 4-H leader or additional applications. A great tool to organize your activities is the 4-H Activity Report form. The information from this form can easily be transferred to the Experience Award or 4-H Award Application forms. The form can obtained from your 4-H leader or online at: Go to the 4-H page and click on 4-H Records. The 4-H Experience Award Application is divided into four dimensions of experience. They include participation, community service, leadership and project learning. Depending upon the score the member receives on the application, the member can qualify for a Bronze, Silver, Gold, Diamond or Emerald award. The Bronze, Silver and Gold awards are graded locally and medallions are awarded for those at Achievement. Those 4-H members, whose score appears to be in the Diamond and Emerald categories, will have their applications forwarded on to the State for judging at that level. The Diamond and Emerald applications are due to the State the first week of January however, these applicants will be recognized at Achievement with a certificate. If the member wins a state award, the member will again be recognized at the fall Achievement night the following year. Illinois 4-H Award Application is for 4-H members between the ages of years of age by September 1 of the 4-H program year in which they are applying. The application consists of a 3-page form and attached pages with responses to two required essay questions. The application covers the last three years of 4-H members. This is a more comprehensive application than the 4-H Experience Award Application. Only twenty 4-H members will be selected for this honor. Winners may choose from one of the following awards: (1) Trip to National 4-H Congress in Atlanta, GA, (2) College Scholarship, or (3) Scholarship to help cover expenses to a national 4-H event/conference such as Citizenship Washington Focus, National 4-H Dairy Conference, or a national 4-H competitive event to which the awardee is eligible to attend. 11

14 Counties may award Additional Awards such as: Tenure (years of membership), Electricity Award, I Dare You Award, Outstanding Secretary Award, Outstanding Treasurer Award, Outstanding Scrapbook Award and Outstanding Club Award and/or local awards and scholarships. Cloverbud Records -- Cloverbud records (for ages 5-7) are available from the club leader or can be found on each county s webpage. To find your county webpage, go to the Unit 18 webpage at: then click on 4-H & Youth on the right side of the webpage and then find your county 4-H page, again on the right side. Once you are on your county 4-H page, you will find the cloverbud record under 4-H Record and/or 4-H Record & Achievement. 4-H Premier LCP Award is sponsored for older 4-H members by the Illinois Farm Bureau. Applicants must be current 4-H members and between the ages of The purpose of the award is to reward members exhibiting outstanding leadership, citizenship, cooperation, and professionalism during the past 4-H program year (September 1 through August 31). Although all members can apply, the program is designed to recognize and promote achievement in the agricultural industry. Applications are due the first part of January. 4-H Key Award - The 4-H Key Award is a statewide recognition program, for older 4 -H members in Illinois. The purpose of the award is to reward members exhibiting outstanding leadership, community service, and mentoring during their 4-H involvement. Applicants must be 4-H members who are 16 to 18 years of age by September 1 of the 4-H year they submit the application. A member may receive this recognition only once. Winners will be recognized at the Illini Summer Academy Celebration Banquet held in June. Achievement is the time and place where the members, leaders and volunteers are recognized for their accomplishments and service during the past year. This usually takes place during the fall months of October or November. 12

15 The 4-H Cloverbud program is a 4-H program for children ages 5 to 7. A Cloverbud club should exist with five or more youth and at least one adult leader. Any screened adult volunteer can start a 4-H Cloverbud club. The club can be an extension of an already existing 4-H community club or it can be a group on its own. Cloverbuds can sign up for some of the same projects as a regular 4-H member or additional projects are also available. During club meetings, youth work as a group on projects perfect for their age. Most Cloverbud projects are leader-guided and do not use member books. These projects need minimal reading and writing skills. Some projects do provide manuals. Cloverbud Policies 1. A Cloverbud youth must be between the ages of 5-7 as of September 1 of the current 4-H year. 2. Cloverbuds can be a part of a Community 4-H Club OR Cloverbuds can be their own stand-alone club. 3. Cloverbuds must be under the supervision of a screened adult volunteer however, older 4-H youth may lead some of the activities. 4. A Cloverbud group must have five members and meet at least 6 times during the year. 5. Cloverbuds are required to pay the $20 program fee (some counties have a system for paying for a portion of the fee please check with your 4-H Program Coordinator). 6. Manuals are available for some projects and other manuals are available for leaders only. 7. Youth may enroll anytime during the 4-H year if they meet the age requirement by September 1 of the current 4-H year. 13

16 Cloverbud Project Areas: Aerospace 1 Youth manual Bicycle 1 Youth manual Embryology 1 Group Activity Leader Manual Exploring 4-H Group Activities Group Activity - Leader Manual Exploring Farm Animals Group Activity Leader Manual Latino Cultural Arts Group Activity Leader Manual Vegetable Gardening A youth manual Veterinary Science 1 youth manual 4-H Cloverbud Personal Development & Leadership Group Activity Leader Guide 4-H Cloverbuds Communicative Expressive Arts Group Activity Leader Guide 4-H Cloverbuds Science and Technology Clubs Group Activity Leader Guide Beading Cloverbud Opportunities County workshops are offered throughout the year for just this age group. Topics might include and are not limited to cooking, art, robotics, health and more. Cloverbuds are able to exhibit their project at the local 4-H show either as a group or as an individual. Cloverbud members are not graded on their project(s) or receive premium money; however, each Cloverbud will receive a participation ribbon for his/her effort. 14

17 4-H Year Timeline September 1 October November December January Start of New 4-H Year 1 st Sunday of the month begins National 4-H Week 4-H Achievement Recognition Enrollments should be completed 1 st Week of January applications due for: 4-H Experience Award Applications due (Diamond & Emerald) Illinois 4-H Award Application 4-H Veterinary Science Award Application Illinois 4-H LCP Application Illinois State 4-H Key Award Application April 15 June 1 June June/July August August All 4-H members must be enrolled in 4-H online in order to exhibit at summer 4-H shows. 4-H Member must have attended a minimum of two club meetings and participated in one club community service project in order to exhibit at the summer 4-H shows. 4-H Fair enrollment forms will be distributed and must be returned in order to be registered to show at the fair. Summer 4-H livestock shows, food shows, general shows, small animal shows, etc. Illinois State Fair 4-H members selected at local shows will exhibit 4-H project at the Illinois State Fair. 4-H Experience Award Application Due to Extension office 15

18 PARENT S ROLE IN 4-H Parents have a significant role in 4-H. They are vital to a successful 4-H experience for their children. Parents provide encouragement and support for members to complete their 4-H club work including project work. Parents need to learn when the club meetings are and make sure the members get to the meetings and see that their children bring what is needed. Parents can help their children select, finance, and manage their projects. They also help by providing the equipment and materials their child needs for their projects. Parents help their children learn the requirements for the project and complete those requirements. Adults may answer questions, demonstrate skills, and offer guidance on project work but should not do the work themselves! Parents need to be familiar with the exhibit guidelines and judging schedules so they can help members be ready and on time for the various judging events. Adults can offer encouragement as young people prepare for conference judging and can provide support and reflection as youth complete the judging experience. Parents should also provide support and assistance to the total club. Leaders need and rely on parents help to make 4-H successful. Parents should attend the club meetings and events whenever possible and help as needed. 16

19 4-H Terminology 4-H Activity Report A form a member uses to keep track of their club attendance, participation in club events, leadership opportunities and project work. 4-H Ambassador 4-H member between the ages of who serves as a 4-H representative at the county/state level promoting 4-H at local, county and state events. These members receive advanced training in public speaking at Speaking for Illinois 4-H trainings. 4-H Buddy A 4-H member of at least 2 years who mentors a new member of his/her club through his/her first year helping them to learn the 4-H pledge, select projects, register for events and supports them through his/her first fair. 4-H Cloverbud Youth between the ages of 5 to 7 who join 4-H and participate in learning activities. 4-H Club An organized group of at least five youth who meet regularly with adult volunteers for a long-term, progressive series of educational experiences. 4-H EPC 4-H Extension Program Coordinator staff person who leads the county 4-H program. 4-H Experience Award Application The Experience Award offers recognition for members who participate in 4-H activities and events. The completed form is turned in at the end of the program year usually in August. 4-H Federation A 4-H teen organization at the county level. Federation members provide a level of leadership to the county 4-H program by planning programs or activities for other 4-H members and helping with county workshops. 4-H Foundation Each county in Unit 18 has a county 4-H Foundation that raises funds from individuals, corporations and organizations to supplement the county 4-H programs. The Illinois 4-H Foundation based in Champaign also raises funds that support statewide programs and some county programs. 4-H Leader An adult volunteer who leads and/or helps with a 4-H club or 4-H SPIN club. 4-H Meeting A 4-H meeting consists of a pre-activity, the business meeting, a program, recreation and refreshments. 4-H Member A youth between the ages of 5-19 who is enrolled in 4-H and in at least one project. 4-H Project Members learn about topics that interest them. These are referred to as members projects. Member may choose from over 100 different projects. Member in a SPIN club may select a project outside of the published list of projects. 4-H Record A series of worksheets that help the 4-H member record their activities for the current 4-H year. 4-H Shooting Sports A special opportunity/club in each county where youth learn marksmanship, the safe and responsible use of firearms, and the principles of hunting and archery. 4-H Shows An opportunity for 4-H member to exhibit their completed project, typically during the summer months. Members participate in conference judging. 17

20 Achievement Clothing Show Club Officers Community Club Community Service Conference Judging Expansion & Review Committee Extension Council Food Show General Show Illinois Clover Jr. Leader An event where 4-H members are recognized with awards for their leadership, project work, community service, tenure, etc. Held in the fall. Opportunity for 4-H members to exhibit their clothing project and be critiqued by a judge. A 4-H club elects a President, Vice-president, Secretary, Treasurer, and Scrapbook at the beginning of the 4-H program year. The officer conduct the monthly meetings. A 4-H club that serves a community, led by a team officers and local volunteers. Voluntary and non-paid work intended to help people in your community. During the 4-H show, the 4-H member will meet with the judge (oneon-one) to answer questions about how the project was made. A county committee whose purpose is to identify communities and populations not being reached by the local program. The committee also helps assists in creating long-term goals for the 4-H program. The Extension council for Unit 18 is made up of representatives from each of the four counties (Christian, Jersey, Macoupin & Montgomery). The council members help Extension staff in planning, promoting, developing, implementing, evaluating, and financing of Extension programs. Opportunity for 4-H members to exhibit their food project, typically during the summer months. Members participate in conference judging. Opportunity for 4-H members to exhibit their completed General Project (projects from Aerospace to Woodworking) which are non-animal. Usually held during the summer months. Members participate in conference judging. Printed magazine, which list all the projects available to enroll in. A 4-H Jr. Leader serves in the role of assisting the adult club leader. A Jr. Leader must be a current 4-H member and be between the ages of H Judge A volunteer or staff who talk with the 4-H member about their project. Often asking questions focusing on how the project was completed and what was learned from the experience. Livestock Show Program Fee Project Leader Roll Call SPIN Club Talk/Demonstration An opportunity for 4-H members to exhibit their live animal such as beef, sheep, swine, goats, poultry, rabbits etc. Animals are shown in the livestock ring or cage depending upon the animal. A program fee of $20 is assessed each 4-H member including Cloverbuds. A portion of the money go to the State 4-H office to cover insurance and statewide events. Some local 4-H Foundations/Federations cover a part of the cost. Each county is different in how this fee is assessed. A volunteer who is an expert in a certain project area and who shares this knowledge with 4-H members to develop their project. The process of calling out a list of names to establish who is present. A Special Interest Club focuses on one topic in-depth. The club must have at least 5 members and meet a minimum of 6 times. Each 4-H member is expected to give a talk and a demonstration at the club meeting. Members are encouraged to make their presentation on a topic related to one of their projects. 18

21 Teen Teacher Unit 18 YLT YLT A 4-H member who is responsible for planning and leading a series of educational activities for younger youth in a project area. Requirements: Must be at least 13 years of age. A 4-H member in Unit 18 who helps plan and implement workshops and programs at the Unit level. Requirements: Must be at least 13 years of age. This group may replace 4-H Federation in the county or may be an additional group within the county 4-H program. It can function similar to Federation or it can serve as an advisory group or program planning group for the county. Youth Development Educator The 4-H staff person who oversees the 4-H program in the Unit 18 (Christian, Jersey, Macoupin and Montgomery Counties) 19

22 Unit 18 University of Illinois Extension Serving Christian, Jersey, Macoupin & Montgomery Counties Christian County Extension 1120 N Webster St. Taylorville, IL Phone: FAX: Jersey County Extension 201 W. Exchange St., Suite A Jerseyville, IL Phone: FAX: Macoupin County Extension #60 Carlinville Plaza Carlinville, IL Phone: FAX: Montgomery County Extension # 1 Industrial Park Drive Hillsboro, IL Phone: FAX: University of Illinois US Dept. of Agriculture Local Extension Councils Cooperating University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.