Ocean County 4-H Honors Handbook A Guide to End of Year Awards

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Ocean County 4-H Honors Handbook A Guide to End of Year Awards"

Transcription

1 Ocean County 4-H Honors Handbook A Guide to End of Year Awards Ocean County 4-H 1623 Whitesville Road Toms River, NJ ocean4h@co.ocean.nj.us Edited 11/2016

2 Welcome to a new year of Ocean County 4-H! Please be sure to read the entire Honors Handbook every year as all deadlines, forms, award criteria and standards are subject to alteration and improvement. The Honors Handbook is a vital tool to help you plan and prepare for your 4-H Year, so as soon as you receive this document, we encourage you to: 1. Review the entire handbook 2. Mark all important dates in your calendar and your family s calendar (pg 3) 3. Determine your project area interests (pg 9-13) Print the Project Record Book(s) Register all your project areas on 4HOnline by January 1 st, Consider what Specialty Awards you are interested in pursuing (pg 14-15) 5. Make your 4-H Binder(s) Your 4-H Binder should include your : 1. General Summary Form 2. Specialty Award Summary Form 3. Project Summary Form(s) One for each project you are pursuing 4. Your Project Record Book 5. Animal Registration and Health Form(s) 6. Calendar Pages (recommended) 6. Start planning your 4-H year How can I meet the Member in Good Standing requirements? What is my primary club? What kind of public presentation(s) would I like to do? On what topic(s)? What community service projects could my club(s) do? How can I help my club become an Honors Club? Which county events will I be able to attend? How will I meet the requirements for my project area(s)? How will I meet the requirements for the Specialty Awards I m interested in? What do I want to enter in the 2017 Ocean County Fair? HAVE FUN! Like Ocean County 4-H on Facebook for updates and information! 2

3 Ocean County 4-H Important Dates and Deadlines *Please Note: All Dates Subject to Change September th Brag Book Photos/Info Due 19 th Leader s Assoc. Meeting October st All Forms DUE! 1 st Fall Forestry Festival 1 st Gift Basket Auction 2 nd 8 th 4-H Week! 8 th Pine Barrens Jamboree 15 th Petoberfest 17 th Leader s Assoc. Meeting 27 th Annual Awards Ceremony November th Club Officers Meeting 21 st Trustee s Meeting December th 30 th Ocean Co. 4-H Winter Program January st Project Registration Deadline 6 th 8 th Teen Winter L. G. Cook 13 th Animalology posters/forms DUE 23 rd Leader s Meeting 28 th Animalology February th 19 th Family Lindley G. Cook 22 nd Public Presentation Workshop 25 th State Horse Bowl/Equine Art Contest 27 th Trustee s Meeting TBD Small Animal Ed. Symposium March th 12 th So. Jersey Teen Conference (SJTC) 16 th County Presentation Night 19 th State Equine Presentation Contest 20 th Leader s Meeting 29 th County Presentation Night April st Horse Registration Deadline 1 st Jr. Breeder Livestock Symposium 10 th 14 th OC 4-H Spring Break Camp 17 th Tent Superintendent Meeting 17 th Trustee s Meeting 22 nd 23 rd State Horse Judging/Hippology 29 th Rutgers Ag Day/State Dog Show May st Animal Registration Deadline 1 st Health Forms Deadline 2 nd OC Equestrian of the Year 7 th OC Western Qualifying Horse Show 8 th Family Fair Meeting 15 th Leader s Meeting June st Fair Entry Forms Deadline 10 th State Public Presentation Contest 18 th OC English Qualifying Show 19 th Leader s Meeting 26 th Food Judging Event July th Family Fair Set-Up Day 12 th -16 th Ocean County Fair August H Summer Camps 21 st Form Fiesta/ Leader s Meeting 25 th 27 th State Horse Show 3

4 Page Ocean County 4-H Members Member in Good Standing 5 Definition of Qualified Public Presentation 6 Definition of Qualified Community Service Project 7 Definition of Participation in the Ocean County Fair 7 Member Awards and Recognition 8 Membership Year Pins 8 Cloverbud Recognition 8 Project Area Awards 9 4-H Specialty Awards 14 Achievement Award 14 Community Service Award 14 Healthy Living 14 Leadership Award 15 Public Speaking Award 15 Ocean County 4-H Sponsored Awards 16 I DARE YOU Award 16 Kossatz-Lehman Memorial Award 16 Herdsman Awards 17 Ocean County Fair Youth Ambassador 17 Ocean County 4-H Clubs Club Charter Requirements 18 EIN# Application Information 18 Club Awards and Recognition 18 Honors Club Designation 18 4-H Community Development Award 19 4-H Public Relations Award 19 4-H Loyal Heart Award 19 Ocean County 4-H Volunteers Volunteer Requirements 20 Volunteer Awards and Recognition 20 Volunteer Leader Year Pins 20 Ocean County 4-H Leader of the Year 21 Community Leadership Award 21 The Helping Hand Award 21 4-H Alumni Award 21 IMPORTANT DEADLINES TABLE OF CONTENTS

5 IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE READ This Honors Handbook only contains the guidelines for earning End of Year Awards. It does not contain the requirements for overall 4-H participation. An individual club s by-laws may require more, or less, than what is in this handbook. These guidelines are meant to challenge and encourage 4-H members, clubs, and volunteers to make the most of their 4-H Year. Please remember that earning End of Year Awards is not required for someone to be a respected and appreciated member of the Ocean County 4-H family. Ocean County 4-H Members Ocean County 4-H members are a part of a national 4-H family of over 6 million members. Being a 4-H member means contributing to your community, while learning, exploring, and having fun! The more you participate in the events and opportunities within 4-H, the more you will get out of the experience. The first step to making the most of your 4-H year is to become an Ocean County 4-H Member in Good Standing. Member in Good Standing In addition to the feeling of pride associated with being an Ocean County 4-H Member in Good Standing, this distinction allows a member to: Receive membership year pins at the conclusion of the 4-H year (pg. 8) Apply for 4-H project area awards and specialty awards (pg. 9-17) Participate in certain local, state and national-level competitions and events Requirements to be an Ocean County 4-H Member in Good Standing : 1. Attend 70% of the meetings in the member s primary club Belonging (defined pg. 6) 2. Give a qualified public presentation Independence (defined pg. 6) 3. Submit at least 1 completed Project Record Book Mastery (defined pg. 7) 4. Complete a qualified community service project Generosity (defined pg. 7) 5. Participate in the Ocean County Fair (defined pg. 7) 6. Register in a chartered club on the 4HOnline website by January 1st 7. Submit all Summary Forms, with a completed 4-H Story by the end-of-year due date 5

6 Primary Club 4-H members will select their primary club, and inform the leader of their primary club, by January 1 st. A member s primary club leader is responsible for: 1. Determining if a member has fulfilled the 70% participation requirement 2. Determining if a member has fulfilled the Ocean County Fair participation requirement 3. Signing all necessary End of Year forms. A member should select a primary club based on the following criteria: 1. They can commit to fulfilling the participation requirements in the club s by-laws 2. They can commit to attending 70% or more of the club s meetings and activities 3. The club is carrying one of their primary project areas Qualified Public Presentations A qualified 4-H Public Presentation can be completed on the club, county or state level. Club presentations must be coordinated with the organizational club leader in advance. Ocean County 4-H Presentation Events are held 2-3 times a year, usually in March and April. The NJ State 4-H Public Presentation and Equine Presentation Contests are each held once a year. What is a Public Presentation? There are four types of qualified public presentations: Demonstration - Teaches others how to do something by showing while telling. At the end of a demonstration, you should have a finished product to show to your audience. Illustrated talk - Uses a poster, series of slides, pictures, or other visuals to help your audience understand your topic Formal speech - May be written by the presenter, or be the work of a noted individual (i.e. Shakespeare, Abraham Lincoln, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., etc.). The presenter can use brief notes or an outline on index cards, but no visual aids are used. Performing arts - Can be a performance of dramatics (monologue or group scene), creative movement/dance, musical performance (instrument or vocal), or puppetry. Can be presented as a solo or group presentation. Presenters must introduce the performing art, perform, and conclude with a summary of the performance including an invitation for audience feedback. Public Presentation Time Limits: Cloverbud: 3-7 min. Club level: 5-15 min. County level: 5-15 min. State level: 8-15 min Other Public Presentation Requirements: Members must complete one public presentation for every three Project Area Awards they apply for. For Example: If you apply for six Project Area Awards at the conclusion of the 4-H year, you must have completed two qualified public presentations during the 4-H year. Members must complete one county level presentation after their 3rd year of 4-H membership, and every year following. NOTE: If a member wishes to use a non-4-h presentation to fulfill any public presentation requirement, the member must have a non-relative observer verify the presentation. The observer must send a letter directly to the Ocean County 4-H Office that includes: the topic of the presentation, length, a description of the environment (number of people, school, church, toastmasters, etc) and their signature. 6 Attend a Public Presentation Workshop to help you prepare!

7 Project Record Books Every Ocean County 4-H Member in Good Standing must submit at least one completed Project Record Book at the conclusion of the 4-H year. In addition, for every Project Area Award that requires a project record book, you must submit the completed project record book to the Ocean County 4-H Office by September 1 st. (See pg. 9-13) For example: If you are applying for any End of Year Awards, you must submit one Project Record Book. If you are applying for Project Area Awards in rabbit, poultry, cooking, and goat, you must submit all four completed project record books by the due date. IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE READ A 4-H member can still participate in a project area, without fulfilling the Project Area Award requirements. We encourage all 4-H members to strive for End of Year Awards, but they re not required to participate in 4-H. Qualified Community Service Project A qualified community service project must be a worthy service to the community. This service must require meaningful effort on the part of the 4-H member. This requirement cannot be completed via participation in community service projects for other organizations. If you have any questions about your planned community service project, contact the Ocean County 4-H Office in advance of the event for approval. Examples of qualified community service projects: With your club: Planning and participating in a beach cleanup day Conducting a 4-H bake sale to raise money for a youth shelter Successfully recruiting donations and participating as a 4-H Relay for Life team Examples of activities that do not fulfill the community service requirement for 4-H: Participating as an individual in a highway cleanup day Speaking with the public or running a petting table at a 4-H event (this is considered PR) Participating in a car wash fundraiser for your school Participation in the Ocean County Fair The method by which an Ocean County 4-H member fulfills the general requirement of participation in the Ocean County Fair is determined solely by the leader of their primary club. Examples of participation in the Ocean County Fair: - Assist with fair set-up and/or take down - Register an entry in the general tent - Participate in the execution of a show - Spend a total of 5 hours educating the public on their fair entry project or project animal - Spend a minimum of 2 hours volunteering in the tent over 3 days of the fair IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE READ Parents cannot provide verifying signatures for the project record books and summary forms of their own children. All clubs should have two certified leaders who can provide verifying signatures. Clubs run by a set of parents will need to make arrangements with the Ocean County 4-H Office. 7

8 4-H Member Awards and Recognition For their hard work, dedication and growth during the 4-H year, members are honored through a variety of awards. These awards are announced during the Annual Award Program. Cloverbud Recognition (Youth in Grades K 3) All 4-H participants in K - 3rd grade, who actively participate during the entire 4-H year, will be recognized at the Annual Award Ceremony. NOTE: Cloverbuds do not need to submit any forms. They will be listed by their leader on the Membership Summary Form. Membership Year Pins (Youth in Grades 4 13) The 4-H year runs from September 1st to August 31st of the following year. Members will be recognized for each year of post-cloverbud 4-H participation they spend as a Member in Good Standing (pg. 5). 8

9 Project Area Awards Project Area Awards are earned by showing progression and improvement in the skills or knowledge base for a specific project area. Please contact the Ocean County 4-H Office with any questions or concerns about Project Area Award Requirements. NOTE: Cloverbuds are not eligible for Project Area Awards and any years completed while a Cloverbud are not considered when determining Project Area Awards for full members. General Requirements for all Project Area Awards: 1. Be a Member in Good Standing (see pg. 5) 2. Register in the project area by January 1 st 3. Submit all summary forms and required project record books 4. Complete one public presentation for every three project awards applied for (see pg. 6) The specific type of Project Area Award given is determined by the number of years the 4-H member completed all the project area requirements. Project Area Award Types One year in project Two years in project Three years in project Recognition in Annual Awards Booklet Silver Certificate Silver Seal To be placed on Silver Certificate Four years in project Gold Project Pin and Recognition Certificate NOTE: Must complete a County-level public presentation to earn a Gold Project Pin Five or more years in project Gold Seal for each year completed NOTE: Must complete a County-level public presentation every year to earn Gold Seals 9

10 Ocean County 4-H Project Area Award Requirements *All projects culminate at the Ocean County Fair! If a project, project animal, or 4-H member, is unable to attend the Ocean County Fair, arrangements must be made in advance with the Ocean County 4-H staff. If 4-H staff grants an exemption to fair participation, the member must enter an educational exhibit, display or poster for each project area. Exemptions to fair participation will not be granted for family vacations. Cavy commitment to the proper care, maintenance and breeding techniques of cavy. Attend 70% of the meetings of the cavy club they registered in - If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must make prior arrangement with the club leader Submit completed Rabbit, Cavy and Small Animal Project Record Book for cavy project animal Project Animal must be present at the Ocean County Fair and participate in corresponding show(s)* Register and participate in Judged Showmanship at the Ocean County Fair* Assist with 4-H Set Up Day or Take Down Day for the Ocean County Fair* Spend 5 hours overall in the Small Animal Tent at the Ocean County Fair providing animal care and educating the public about 4-H and their projects.* Participate in one additional cavy-specific educational or showing opportunity during the 4-H year. The event must be 4-H affiliated. Examples: State Small Animal Symposium, any NJ 4-H Small Animal Show Clothing and Textiles In addition to fulfilling the General Requirements for All Project Areas (pg. 9), member demonstrates a commitment to acquiring knowledge of fabrics, clothing construction and care, and the creative process of clothing design. Submit Clothing and Textile Project Record Book Submit at least one completed project for display at the Ocean County Fair* If completed project is wearable, showcase project in the Fashion Show at the Ocean County Fair* If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must make prior arrangement with Fashion Show Coordinator Cooking In addition to fulfilling the General Requirements for All Project Areas (pg. 9), member must develop the skills necessary to cook safely, creatively and confidently. Submit Food and Nutrition Project Record Book Submit at least one entry to the Food Judging Event held in June* Donate an appropriate homemade food item to at least one county-level event: Gift Basket Auction, PetOberfest, Animalology, County Presentation Night, Leader s Meeting, Family Fair Meeting, etc. (see the calendar on pg. 3) - Must include the recipe for each food item in their project record book. Dog Obedience/Grooming commitment to the proper care, training and health needs of dogs. Attend 70% of the meetings of the dog club they registered in - If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must make prior arrangement with the club leader Submit completed Dog Project Record Book Project Animal must participate in corresponding show(s) at the Ocean County Fair* Participate in at least one additional dog-specific educational, demonstration or showing opportunity during the 4-H year. It is preferred that the event be 4-H affiliated, organized or sponsored. 10

11 Dog Seeing Eye commitment to the proper care, training and health needs of Seeing Eye puppies. Submit completed Seeing Eye Project Record Book Project Animal must participate in corresponding show(s) at the Ocean County Fair* Participate in at least two additional dog-specific educational, demonstration or showing opportunities during the 4-H year. The event must be 4-H affiliated, organized or sponsored. Food and Nutrition commitment to expanding their knowledge of proper nutrition, food safety and food preparation. Submit Food and Nutrition Project Record Book Submit at least one entry to the Food Judging Event held in June* Submit at least one food or nutrition-related educational display (poster, activity board, etc.) for exhibit in the General Tent at the Ocean County Fair* Gardening and Horticulture commitment to expanding their knowledge of plants, soil and proper gardening and cultivation techniques. Attend 70% of the meetings of the horticulture club they registered in - If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must make prior arrangement with the club leader Submit completed Horticulture Project Record Book Submit at least one entry to Division 10 (Edible Garden) or Division 11 (Flower Garden) at the Ocean County Fair* Goats commitment to understanding the role of goats in the dairy industry and the proper care, maintenance and breeding techniques for goats. Attend 70% of the meetings of the livestock club they registered in - If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must make prior arrangement with the club leader Submit completed Goat Project Record Book Project Animal must be present at the Ocean County Fair and participate in corresponding show(s)* Assist with 4-H Set Up Day and Take Down Day for the Ocean County Fair* Spend at least 4 hours in the Livestock Tent at the Ocean County Fair providing animal care and educating the public about 4-H and their projects.* Horse commitment to developing the knowledge/skills for proper horse management, training, riding, & safety. Attend 70% of the meetings of the horse club they registered in - If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must make prior arrangement with the club leader Submit Horse Project Record Book Submit one educational display (poster, activity board, stall decoration, etc.) for exhibit in the Horse Tent at the Ocean County Fair* Assist with 4-H Set Up Day or Take Down Day for the Ocean County Fair* Spend 5 hours overall volunteering in the Horse Tent and/or during the Fair Horse Shows at the Ocean County Fair.* Project Animal must be present and/or shown at the Ocean County Fair* If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must assist with a horse show at the Ocean County Fair 11

12 Equine Science (formerly Horse Science) commitment to expanding their knowledge of horse physiology, judging, and veterinary needs. Complete all homework assignments assigned by the team coach(es) Fulfill the attendance requirements of the equine science study group you attend Participate in as many equine educational competitions as you and your coach decide you are able Pets - Herpetology commitment to understanding and maintaining the good health of their pet. Attend 70% of the meetings of the herpetology club they registered in - If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must make prior arrangement with the club leader Submit completed Herpetology Project Record Book Project Animal must participate in corresponding show(s) at the Ocean County Fair* Assist with 4-H Set Up Day or Take Down Day for the Ocean County Fair* Pets - Small Animal commitment to understanding and maintaining the good health of their pet. Attend 70% of the meetings of the small animal club they registered in - If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must make prior arrangement with the club leader Submit completed Rabbit, Cavy and Small Animal Project Record Book for small project animal Project Animal must participate in corresponding show(s) at the Ocean County Fair* Assist with 4-H Set Up Day or Take Down Day for the Ocean County Fair* Participate in at least one additional small animal-specific educational or showing opportunity during the 4-H year. The event must be 4-H affiliated or organized. Examples: State Small Animal Symposium, any NJ 4-H Small Animal Show Photography commitment to developing their understanding of a camera and the skill of photography. Submit photo entries to one or more art/photography shows. Examples include the Equine Art Show, Rutgers Day, online photo contests or art shows through an outside organization (School, church, etc.) Submit entries in at least two different classes (A,B1, B2, B3, B4, C) in Division 17 (Photography) in the General Tent at the Ocean County Fair* Poultry commitment to the proper care, maintenance and breeding techniques of poultry. 12 Attend 70% of the meetings of the poultry club they registered in - If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must make prior arrangement with the club leader Submit completed Poultry Project Record Book Project Animal must be present at the Ocean County Fair and participate in corresponding show(s)* Register and participate in Judged Showmanship at the Ocean County Fair* Assist with 4-H Set Up Day and Take Down Day for the Ocean County Fair* Spend 5 hours overall in the Poultry Tent at the Ocean County Fair providing animal care and educating the public about 4-H and their projects.* Participate in at least one additional poultry-specific educational or showing opportunity during the 4-H year. Examples: State Small Animal Symposium, Junior Breeders Symposium, any NJ 4-H Poultry Show

13 Rabbit commitment to the proper care, maintenance and breeding techniques of rabbits. Attend 70% of the meetings of the rabbit club they registered in - If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must make prior arrangement with the club leader Submit completed Rabbit, Cavy and Small Animal Project Record Book for rabbit project animal Project Animal must be present at the Ocean County Fair and participate in corresponding show(s)* Register and participate in Judged Showmanship at the Ocean County Fair* Assist with 4-H Set Up Day and Take Down Day for the Ocean County Fair* Spend 5 hours overall in the Small Animal Tent at the Ocean County Fair providing animal care and educating the public about 4-H and their projects.* Participate in at least one additional rabbit-specific educational or showing opportunity during the 4-H year. The event must be 4-H affiliated. Examples: State Small Animal Symposium, any NJ 4-H Rabbit Show Shooting Sports commitment to shooting sport safety, education and the proper maintenance of shooting sport equipment. Attend 70% of the meetings of the shooting sports club they registered in - If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must make prior arrangement with the club leader Keep accurate and complete records of all shoot Complete all safety trainings for your discipline (archery, air rifle, pistol, etc.) Participate in all available Ocean County 4-H-sponsored shoots during the 4-H year - If unable to fulfill this requirement, member must make prior arrangement with the club leader Veterinary Science commitment to expanding their knowledge of animal physiology, maintenance, and veterinary needs. Submit at least one entry in Division 6 /Class B-2 (Science and Technology/Animal-Veterinary Science) under the General Tent at the Ocean County Fair* Attend at least two animal-related educational workshops, symposia, clinics, or conferences during the 4-H Yr Participate in at least one educational competition that requires veterinary science study. Ex: Avian Bowl, Horse Bowl, Hippology and Horse Judging, Goat Extravaganza, Animalology, etc. Wood Science commitment to expanding their knowledge of carpentry, wood and woodworking. Complete a photo story (8-10 photos) for your main wood working project. This includes photos of raw materials and photos of the project at various stages of completion. Submit at least one entry in Division 16:Class A (Vocational Skills: Wood Working) in the General Tent at the Ocean County Fair* 13

14 Ocean County 4-H Specialty Awards 4-H specialty awards are meant to recognize a member s higher level of dedication to certain requirements or activities within 4-H. Achievement Award The Achievement Award recognizes exceptional progress a 4-H member has made in four or more project areas. Requirements: 1. Member in Good Standing 2. Submit completed project record books for four or more project areas 3. Application approved by the member s primary club leader Leader Approval Criteria: Shows progress and improvement in four or more project areas Accepts new challenges in those project areas Is a role model to others in those project area Community Service Award The Community Service Award recognizes 4-H members who demonstrate a higher level of commitment to serving and improving their larger community. Requirements: 1. Member in Good Standing 2. Complete three or more varied and meaningful community service projects as a representative of Ocean County 4-H (wearing a 4-H t-shirt, participating with a 4-H club, etc.) 3. Participate in an active role during the execution of the community service projects 4. Application approved by the member s primary club leader Leader Approval Criteria: Takes the initiative to suggest, organize, and help execute community service projects Encourages others to participate in community service projects Embodies the 4-H Essential Element of Generosity Healthy Living Award The Healthy Living Award recognizes 4-H members who demonstrate a higher level of commitment to educating others about how to take good care of their body and health. Requirements: 1. Member in Good Standing 2. Attend at least one state-level healthy living training or program 3. Submit at least one entry in Division 23 (Healthy Living) in the General Tent at the Ocean Co. Fair* 4. Application approved by the member s primary club leader Leader Approval Criteria: Takes the initiative to suggest club activities or presentations to promote healthy living Encourages others to participate in healthy living activities Tries to serve as a role-model of healthy living 14

15 Leadership Award The Leadership Award recognizes 4-H members who demonstrate the skills, attitude, empathy, and dedication necessary for effective leadership. Requirements: 1. Member in Good Standing 2. Be elected, and actively fulfill the responsibilities of a club officer position for two or more 4-H years 3. Take an active role in the planning and execution of at least one club-level event, one county-level event, and one event on either the state level, or with an organization outside of 4-H. 4. Application approved by the member s primary club leader Leader Approval Criteria: Displays an eagerness to take on responsibility for decision-making, planning and problem-solving with a group Maintains patience and tact when interacting with other youth and adults, even during disagreements Is consistently prepared, organized and punctual Public Speaking Award The Public Speaking Award recognizes 4-H members who develop and improve those skills necessary for connecting with an audience and conveying information in a clear and concise manner. Requirements: 1. Member in Good Standing 2. Complete at least four qualified public presentations during the 4-H year, of which one must be at an Ocean County 4-H Presentation Event. 3. Each public presentation must have a separate topic. NOTE: Please remember that there is a wide variety of formats for a presentation! (See pg. 6) 4. Application approved by the member s primary club leader Leader Approval Criteria: Demonstrates a desire to improve their public speaking delivery, or to become more confident speaking in front of others Takes advantage of the numerous public presentation opportunities in 4-H Receives constructive criticism of public presentations gracefully and applies them to future presentations 4-H Leadership Opportunities Hold a club office Main Club Officers: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer Additional Officer Roles: Club Reporter/Historian, Snack Master, Recreation Leader Participate with the Ocean County 4-H Teen Council (Contact the OC 4-H Office) Organize or lead a workshop for your club or for the county You are knowledgeable! Share your interests with OC 4-H yourself or organize for an expert to come in and teach us. Plan a club community service project or fundraiser Participate on planning committees for local or state 4-H events Help plan Winter Camp or SJTC! Contribute to the State Advisory Council, Small Animal Youth Advisory or others. (Contact the OC 4-H Office for more) Talk to your club leaders about becoming a Teen Club Leader 15

16 Ocean County 4-H Sponsored Awards When a leader identifies an Ocean County 4-H member who embodies unique character traits and a special relationship with Ocean County 4-H, its members, and its activities, they should nominate them for an Ocean County 4-H Specialty Award. I DARE YOU Award This award is sponsored by the Ocean County 4-H Association and the Ocean County Board of Agriculture in memory of William H. Danforth, who championed the I DARE YOU philosophy of THINK TALL, STAND TALL, and LIVE TALL. The recipients receive a plaque and complimentary dinner at the NJ Agriculture Convention Reception for themselves and one parent. This award will not be given to the same 4-H member more than once. Requirements: 1. Member in Good Standing 2. In Grade 9 13 during the 4-H year 3. Been active in 4-H for 3 or more years Leader Nomination Criteria: Demonstrated qualities of constructive leadership Is well-balanced on the four-square basis of: - Healthy physical habits - Alert and ever-growing mind - Character - Outreach of friendship and constructive social relationships Responsibilities: Represent Ocean County at the New Jersey Agriculture Convention Reception in February Present the I DARE YOU Awards to the next year s recipients at the OC 4-H Awards Program Kossatz-Lehman Memorial Award This award is sponsored by the Ocean County Board of Agriculture in honor of Fred and Mary Kossatz and Arnold Lehman. The Kossatzs and Lehman were dedicated volunteers on the Ocean County Board of Agriculture and worked tirelessly to benefit Cooperative Extension and their local community. This award is presented in recognition of distinguished community service to a teen member who gives beyond 4-H. Requirements: 1. Member in Good Standing 2. In Grade 9 13 during the 4-H year 3. Been active in 4-H for 2 or more years Leader Nomination Criteria: Demonstrated commitment to providing community service above and beyond those activities planned at the 4-H club level Responsibilities: Spearhead a countywide community service project for the following 4-H year (May pass along coordination of the project to other youth if attending college, but must provide idea). Present the Kossatz-Lehman Award to the next year s recipient at the OC 4-H Awards Program 16

17 Herdsman Awards The Ocean County Fair is a very important time in the 4-H year, especially because it provides an opportunity for 4-H members to interact with the public. Herdsman Awards acknowledge teens that not only take pride in the appearance of their fair entries, but also consistently serve as educators of the public, and role models for the next generation. Each tent can nominate 2 Herdsmen. Requirements: 1. Member in Good Standing 2. In Grade 6 13 during the 4-H year 3. Assisted in the set-up or take-down of the Ocean County Fair 4. Nominated by a tent superintendent Leader Nomination Criteria: Kept all animal pens and public areas in their tent clean and neat Was respectful and helpful at all times to 4-H members, parents, leaders, and fair partners Went above and beyond to communicate and educate the public about 4-H and their project areas Served as a role model for younger 4-H members by assisting and instructing them. Responsibilities: Before the following year s Family Fair Meeting, provide the 4-H Office with 5 helpful hints for youth preparing to exhibit in their tent at the fair. Ocean County Fair Youth Ambassador Every year the Ocean County 4-H office selects a youth to compete in the NJ Agricultural Fair Ambassador Contest, usually held in early November. The NJ Agricultural Fair Ambassador reigns for a year and their responsibilities include visiting the state's agricultural fairs in 2016 and "bringing people together to support the state's agriculture industry" by attending events and talking to the public. Each tent can nominate 2 youths. Requirements: 1. Member in Good Standing 2. Between the ages of 16 and 21 (Must be 16 years of age prior to the date of the contest) 3. Assisted in the set-up or take-down of the Ocean County Fair 4. Nominated by a tent superintendent Leader Nomination Criteria: Demonstrated a commitment to the success of the Ocean County Fair Displayed a positive attitude and eagerness to help during the Ocean County Fair Appeared at ease talking to the public Exhibited knowledge of, or willingness to study, NJ agriculture Responsibilities: Represent Ocean County at the NJ State Agricultural Fair Youth Ambassador Contest in November At the following year s Ocean County Fair: o Lead at least one fun group activity for Ocean County 4-H members at the Ocean County Fair o Assist with the Awards Program at the Ocean County Fair Present the Fair Ambassador Award to the next year s recipient at the OC 4-H Awards Program Help the next fair ambassador prepare for the state contest in November 17

18 Ocean County 4-H Clubs Club Charter Information All 4-H clubs in Ocean County should be chartered. To become a chartered club, contact the Ocean County 4-H Office to obtain and complete the 4-H Club Charter Application. This form requires your club s by-laws, the signatures of your leaders and the signature of an Ocean County 4-H staff member. Requirements for a 4-H Club Charter Five or more registered members from at least three different families At least two registered and screened adult volunteer leaders Elected officers that follow parliamentary procedures Educational activities that are planned and conducted An official 4-H Club name that contains the phrases: 4-H and Ocean County A commitment to inclusion A commitment to follow all RCE/Department of 4-H Youth Development policies By-laws (Must include a dissolution clause indicating club property will revert back to county 4-H program) EIN# Application Information To engage in fundraising activities and open a club bank account, a leader must first contact the Ocean County 4-H Office to obtain and complete an SS-4 form for the IRS. The SS-4 form only requires a leader s signature and very basic information about the club. 4-H Club Awards and Recognitions These awards recognize the cooperative efforts and dedication of Ocean County 4-H clubs. Members and volunteers can nominate their own club, or another club that inspires them. Honors Club Designation A club that strives to make the most of their time together and embraces the requirements and opportunities within Ocean County 4-H can be designated an Honors Club. Requirements to become an Ocean County 4-H Honors Club Be chartered by January 1 st and fulfill all charter requirements through the entire year (see above ) 2. Meet at least once a month for 9 months out of the 4-H year 3. Conduct at least one business meeting/month for 9 or more months/4-h year 4. Meetings conducted by elected club officers 5. Complete the yearly club audit conducted by the Ocean County 4-H Office 6. Conduct at least two qualified community service projects as a club 7. Participate in at least two Ocean County-level 4-H events 8. Submit one entry for Division 1: Club Entries to the Ocean County Fair* 9. 70% of club members must complete: a Project Record Book, a qualified Public Presentation, and an entry for the Ocean County Fair *Ocean County Fair Division 1: Club Entries includes: A. Club Booth B. Banner C. Club Scrapbook D. Club Exhibit

19 4-H Community Development Award This award is presented to a 4-H club in recognition of outstanding service to the larger community. The award recipients completed varied community service projects that helped make their community stronger, healthier, or better prepared to thrive in the future. To qualify for this award, all clubs should keep a record of community service projects completed by their club and individual members. 4-H Public Relations Award This award is presented to a 4-H Club in recognition of an exceptional public relations program on behalf of their 4-H Club, their 4-H project and/or the Ocean County 4-H program. The members of the club have been featured in print or visual media while representing Ocean County 4-H on the County, State, or National level. To qualify for this award, all clubs should keep a record of newspaper clippings, photos and the TV channels on which their club, or club members, were featured. 4-H Loyal Heart Award This award is presented to a 4-H club in recognition of their service to the Ocean County 4-H community. To ensure the success of Ocean County 4-H, the club members selflessly donated their time, hard work and enthusiasm to 4-H events throughout the year. They also promoted 4-H at non-county organized events, such as festivals, Back to School Nights, and club fundraisers. To qualify for this award, all clubs should keep a record of their club s service at 4-H events and all club interactions with the public. 4-H Club Community Service Suggestions Participate in Beach Clean Ups (Ex: Clean Ocean Action: Beach Sweeps) Help a Food Pantry: Organize a food drive or Volunteer in-person (Ex: Ocean County Hunger Relief, People s Pantry) Adopt a Family or help a Giving Tree programs (Ex: Operation Sleighbells) Help animals: Fundraise to sponsor an animal, organize a supply drive, volunteer to socialize animals at an animal shelter, help a rabies or community spay/neuter clinic day (Ex: Popcorn Park Zoo, S.A.V.E. Rescue) Attend Community Clean Up Days Visit a facility that cares for the elderly or the infirm. Bring animals, handmade greeting cards, music, or activities. Fundraise/Participate for non-profit events (Ex: Relay for Life, Walk for the Cure, etc.)

20 Ocean County 4-H Volunteers Being an Ocean County 4-H Volunteer is a rewarding experience, and without the effort, expertise and passion of adult volunteers, the club program could not exist. If you know of someone who might enjoy being a part of the 4-H community, please encourage them to contact the Ocean County 4-H Office. Requirements to be an Ocean County 4-H Volunteer Leader: Possess enthusiasm, patience, and a desire to share your knowledge Complete the following process: 1. Submit a completed Volunteer Application and 3 references After being contacted by the Ocean County 4-H Office: 2. Complete the online Youth Protection Training 3. Complete a background check 4. Attend a New Volunteer Training 5. Register on 4HOnline 4-H Volunteer Awards and Recognitions It is difficult to fully convey how grateful the staff, members and families of Ocean County 4-H are for the efforts of the county s volunteers, but the following awards strive to recognize their contributions. Volunteer Leader Year Pins Contributing Ocean County 4-H leaders are recognized at the end of each 4-H year. Certain milestones in a leader s time with 4-H are also recognized with the following: One Year Five Years Ten Years Fifteen Years Twenty Years Twenty-five Years Thirty Years Thirty-five Years Forty Years Forty-five Years Fifty Years Bronze Clover Award Silver Clover Award Gold Clover Award Pearl Clover Award Petite Diamond Clover Award Petite Emerald Clover Award Petite Ruby Clover Award Sapphire Clover Award Diamond Clover Award Emerald Clover Award Ruby Clover Award 20

21 Volunteer Specialty Awards Volunteer specialty awards are meant to recognize particular volunteers with a higher level of dedication to 4-H, its members and its programs. Any 4-H volunteer, parent or member can nominate a volunteer for these awards. To be eligible for Volunteer Specialty Awards, a volunteer should: 1. Attend at least four Leader s Association meetings during the 4-H year 2. Assist in the planning and execution of at least one Ocean County 4-H event 3. Complete a criminal background check when required 4. Provide opportunities for their club members to be Members in Good Standing Ocean County 4-H Leader of the Year This great honor is bestowed upon a current Ocean County 4-H club leader who has gone above and beyond to provide opportunities for their 4-H club members to learn, grow and succeed. This leader was consistent, reliable, accessible and enthusiastic throughout the entire 4-H year. The 4-H Leader of the Year will have planned and executed community service projects, educational activities, and fun events for their club. This leader should be a role model and inspiration to other leaders, and a resource and guide to club members. Community Leadership Award This award recognizes a leader who has put particular effort into providing service to the larger community. Through planning and participating in community service projects both within and outside of 4-H, this person is making a positive impact on the world, and inspiring others to do the same. The Helping Hand Award Not every volunteer providing exceptional service to Ocean County 4-H is a club leader. This award recognizes any adult who tirelessly dedicates their hands to serving Ocean County 4-H on a regular basis. The nominee can be a parent or family member of a 4-H member, but cannot be a current 4-H Club Leader. 4-H Alumni Award A 4-H member s dedication to serving their community does not end when they graduate from 4-H membership. Each year a 4-H alumna/alumnus is honored by the Ocean County 4-H Leader s Association for outstanding contributions to their community, Ocean County or 4-H. The person nominated may have been a 4-H member in another state or county. 21

22 Important Deadlines DUE January 1 st All Members/Volunteers: DUE April 1 st Horse Project Members: DUE May 1 st Animal Project Members: Horse Project Members: DUE June 1 st All Members/Clubs: Register in your Project Areas on 4HOnline Horse/Pony/VSE Registration Forms Animal Registration and Health Forms All Coggins/Health Forms Fair Entry Forms DUE September 1 st Tent Superintendents: OC Fair Youth Ambassador Nomination Form Herdsman Nomination Form Clubs: Club Summary Form & Photos for the Brag Book Youth Members: Completed Project Record Books General Summary Form and 4-H Story Award Summary Form Project Summary Form(s) Club Awards Nomination Form Volunteer Specialty Awards Nomination Form Club Leaders: Membership Summary Form (use the worksheet) I DARE YOU Award Nomination Form Kossatz-Lehman Memorial Award Nomination Form Honors Club Application (if applicable) Club Awards Nomination Form Volunteer Specialty Awards Nomination Form Like Ocean County 4-H on Facebook for updates and information! 22

Ocean County 4-H Honors Handbook A Guide to End of Year Awards

Ocean County 4-H Honors Handbook A Guide to End of Year Awards Ocean County 4-H 2017 2018 Honors Handbook A Guide to End of Year Awards Ocean County 4-H 1623 Whitesville Road Toms River, NJ 08755-1199 732-349-1227 ocean4h@co.ocean.nj.us Edited 10/2017 Welcome to a

More information

Ocean County 4-H Honors Handbook A Guide to End of Year Awards

Ocean County 4-H Honors Handbook A Guide to End of Year Awards Ocean County 4-H 2018 2019 Honors Handbook A Guide to End of Year Awards Ocean County 4-H 1623 Whitesville Road Toms River, NJ 08755-1199 732-349-1227 ocean4h@co.ocean.nj.us Edited 10/2018 Welcome to a

More information

Honors Handbook

Honors Handbook Ocean County 4-H 2015 2016 Honors Handbook A Guide to End of Year Awards Ocean County 4-H 1623 Whitesville Road Toms River, NJ 08755-1199 732-349-1227 ocean4h@co.ocean.nj.us Edited 11/2015 Welcome to a

More information

Activities and Events

Activities and Events Activities and Events County Level County 4-H Fair The Edgar County 4-H Show provides an opportunity for members to have their project work evaluated and placed on display for public viewing. Achievement

More information

Membership 4-H STAFF. Seneca Office 1500 Community Drive Seneca, KS

Membership 4-H STAFF. Seneca Office 1500 Community Drive Seneca, KS Welcome to the Meadowlark Extension District 4-H! Whether you are new or returning we are glad that you decided to be a part of the 4-H program. This handout is to assist you and your family as you discover

More information

4-H Achievement Ladder Award Program Level 2- White Clover Award (Minimum age 10)

4-H Achievement Ladder Award Program Level 2- White Clover Award (Minimum age 10) 4-H Achievement Ladder Award Program Level 2- White Clover Award (Minimum age 10) Name Phone Number Address Age as of January 1 Birth Date Years in 4-H Name of club(s) Leaders Names I attended 60% of the

More information

Name Phone. Address. Town/State/Zip. 4-H Unit/Club(s) Age as of January 1 Birth Date Years in 4-H (including this year)

Name Phone. Address. Town/State/Zip. 4-H Unit/Club(s) Age as of January 1 Birth Date Years in 4-H (including this year) 4-H Achievement Ladder Award Program Plan & Report Level Three ~ Bronze Clover (Minimum age 12) Name Phone Address Town/State/Zip 4-H Unit/Club(s) Age as of January 1 Birth Date Years in 4-H (including

More information

Who funds 4-H? What does it cost? What is a club? Where do clubs meet? When do clubs meet and how long does a meeting last? What are 4-H projects?

Who funds 4-H? What does it cost? What is a club? Where do clubs meet? When do clubs meet and how long does a meeting last? What are 4-H projects? Who funds 4-H? The North Carolina 4-H program is conducted by NC Cooperative Extension through NC State & NC A&T State Universities with funding from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA),

More information

Douglas County 4-H Family Guide

Douglas County 4-H Family Guide Membership Full 4-H membership in Kansas is open to all youth when they reach seven years of age. 4-H members must not have turned 19 years old prior to January 1 of the current year. Members live in cities,

More information

CHISAGO COUNTY 4-H Club of the Year

CHISAGO COUNTY 4-H Club of the Year CHISAGO COUNTY 4-H Club of the Year AWARD: Winning recipient will receive a trophy, all nominations will receive a certificate with a seal of achievement (Gold, Silver, Bronze) DESCRIPTION: A recognition

More information

WHARTON COUNTY 4-H AWARDS HANDBOOK

WHARTON COUNTY 4-H AWARDS HANDBOOK 2018-2019 WHARTON COUNTY 4-H AWARDS HANDBOOK 1 WHARTON COUNTY 4-H 315 East Milam Street, Suite 112 Wharton, TX 77488 P: 979-532-3310 F: 979-532-8863 http://agrilife.org/wharton4h The members of Texas A&M

More information

H Program Awards

H Program Awards Dear 4-H Members: 2018 4-H Program Awards Enclosed is the information for the 2018 Grand Forks County 4-H Program Awards. The award selection committee will make the determination of who receives awards

More information

Ocean County 4-H General Summary Form Due by September 1, 2017

Ocean County 4-H General Summary Form Due by September 1, 2017 Ocean County 4-H 2016-2017 General Summary Form Due by September 1, 2017 Last Name: First Name: Grade Phone Number: Email: Are you an Ocean County 4-H Member in Good Standing? (Honors Handbook pg. 5) 1.

More information

North Carolina 4-H Opportunities

North Carolina 4-H Opportunities North Carolina 4-H Opportunities Many of the applications and forms referred below can be found online at: http://www.nc4h.org From the main page, you need to click on Youth, then Awards and Incentives

More information

H BANNER CLUB RECOGNITION DUE SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

H BANNER CLUB RECOGNITION DUE SEPTEMBER 7, 2018 2018 4-H BANNER CLUB RECOGNITION DUE SEPTEMBER 7, 2018 IF ALL PLATES ON YOUR 5, 10, 15 ETC. YEAR PLAQUE HAVE NOT BEEN ENGRAVED, PLEASE TURN PLAQUE IN WITH THIS REPORT. CLUB NAME: ORGANIZATIONAL ADVISOR

More information

PORTAGE COUNTY 4-H MEMBER PERMANENT RECORD Keep for all your years in 4-H (Keep record book from Sept. 15 through the following Sept.

PORTAGE COUNTY 4-H MEMBER PERMANENT RECORD Keep for all your years in 4-H (Keep record book from Sept. 15 through the following Sept. Revised March 2011 Please keep both copies of Permanent Record in Record Book. PORTAGE COUNTY 4-H MEMBER PERMANENT RECORD Keep for all your years in 4-H (Keep record book from Sept. 15 through the following

More information

OGLE COUNTY PROJECT HONOR AWARD AND 4-H EXPERIENCE AWARD APPLICATION

OGLE COUNTY PROJECT HONOR AWARD AND 4-H EXPERIENCE AWARD APPLICATION OGLE COUNTY PROJECT HONOR AWARD AND 4-H EXPERIENCE AWARD APPLICATION Name Club 2018-2019 Number of years I have been a 4-H member--including this year PROJECT HONOR AWARD AREAS FOR 2018-2019: Aerospace

More information

Annual 4-H Awards List Walla Walla County

Annual 4-H Awards List Walla Walla County Annual 4-H Awards List Walla Walla County Awards are presented during the Annual 4-H Achievement Program in November. Awards are sponsored by individual and community donations to the 4-H program W:\4-H

More information

Marais des Cygnes 4-H Club Seal Application & Goal Report

Marais des Cygnes 4-H Club Seal Application & Goal Report Marais des Cygnes 4-H Club Seal Application & Goal Report Year Linn & Miami Counties 4-H Club Leader Leader Club Seal Applications are due the second Monday in September. 4-H Club Seal Requirements Check

More information

4-H YOUTH CAMP Event FAQ Some aspects may change

4-H YOUTH CAMP Event FAQ Some aspects may change 4-H YOUTH CAMP WHAT IS 4-H YOUTH CAMP? 4-H Youth Camp is usually held in July or August and runs for 5 days. The camp is held at Camp Tehama in Mill Creek, California. All youth are invited to attend as

More information

4-H LIFETIME PORTFOLIO

4-H LIFETIME PORTFOLIO 232 Plaza Road Kingston, NY 12401-2928 Phone 845.340.3990 Fax 845.340.3993 4-H LIFETIME PORTFOLIO NAME: ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: DOB: YEAR STARTED IN 4-H: SCHOOLS ATTENDED: FROM: TO: FROM: TO: FROM: TO: 4-H

More information

MORROW COUNTY 4-H RULES AND GUIDELINES

MORROW COUNTY 4-H RULES AND GUIDELINES MORROW COUNTY 4-H RULES AND GUIDELINES WHO MAY JOIN 4-H 4-H Membership may begin when a child has reached age 5 and enrolled in kindergarten as of January 1 st of the current year (Cloverbud Program).

More information

Payne County Record Book Starter Kit

Payne County Record Book Starter Kit Payne County Record Book Starter Kit Project Records Run from July 1 through June 30 (ending date is year completed for reporting purposes in this book) Payne County 4-H Record Books can be typed or can

More information

Calvert County 4-H 2017 Calendar of Events

Calvert County 4-H 2017 Calendar of Events JANUARY 2017 2 New Year s Day Office Closed 3 Due Date - 2017 Market Beef Project Registrations 6 Livestock Skillathon Team Practice Conference Room 8 4-H State Council Conference Call State (via phone)

More information

Finney County 4-H Club Recognition Plan

Finney County 4-H Club Recognition Plan Finney County 4-H Club Recognition Plan A 4-H Club charter and yearly 4-H Club Seals are provided as recognition for 4-H Club s in Finney County. This recognition program provides clubs with the opportunity

More information

Grays Harbor County 4 H Program Important Dates Outline

Grays Harbor County 4 H Program Important Dates Outline 2017 2018 Grays Harbor County 4 H Program Important Dates Outline October Club Kickoff Meetings, National Youth Science Day, Tractor Supply Company Fall Paper Clover Fundraiser, Record Books and Year end

More information

Leadership is practiced not so much in words as in attitude and in actions! Harold S. Geneen

Leadership is practiced not so much in words as in attitude and in actions! Harold S. Geneen 4-H YOUTH AWARDS GOAL SETTING & ACHIEVEMENT GUIDE Leadership is practiced not so much in words as in attitude and in actions! Harold S. Geneen 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION PUTNAM

More information

(year) YOUR PHOTO HERE

(year) YOUR PHOTO HERE (year) RACINE COUNTY 4-H RECORD BOOK YOUR PHOTO HERE NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP PHONE GRADE JUST COMPLETED AGE PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME CLUB NAME The purpose of keeping records is to help the 4-H member and

More information

H Club Name. # of Club Members (as listed in office) MORRIS COUNTY 4-H CLUB

H Club Name. # of Club Members (as listed in office) MORRIS COUNTY 4-H CLUB 2017-2018 4-H Club Name # of Club Members (as listed in office) MORRIS COUNTY 4-H CLUB SUMMARY REPORT CLUB SUMMARY REPORT The purpose of the Morris County 4-H Summary Report is to assist 4-H Clubs in planning

More information

Johnson County Record Books and Awards Resource

Johnson County Record Books and Awards Resource Johnson County Record Books and Awards Resource Additional Resources at www.johnson.k-state.edu/4-h/forms-resources/record-books.html Record Books Why do we do 4-H Records? 1. Teaches practical skills

More information

Finney County 4-H Club Recognition Plan

Finney County 4-H Club Recognition Plan Finney County 4-H Club Recognition Plan A 4-H Club charter and yearly 4-H Club Seals are provided as recognition for 4-H Club s in Finney County. This recognition program provides clubs with the opportunity

More information

Latah County 4-H Awards Handbook. Updated 7/15

Latah County 4-H Awards Handbook. Updated 7/15 Latah County 4-H Awards Handbook 2015 Updated 7/15 Contents General Award Notes..2 Latah County Fair Awards....2 County Year End Awards.....3 Cloverbud Recognition.......3 Member Year Recognition.....3

More information

4-H Personal Development Record Draft

4-H Personal Development Record Draft 4-H Personal Development Record 2015 2016 Draft This is a partial list of various club events, county, state, events and activities please don t hesitate to ask questions if you are not sure about whether

More information

Wallowa County 4-H Records Primer

Wallowa County 4-H Records Primer Wallowa County 4-H Records Primer 4-H Records are an important part of every 4-H project. They are a written history of your 4-H experience. 4-H Records should help members to: 1. Measure their results

More information

E-Across Coös 4-H News, Coös County

E-Across Coös 4-H News, Coös County E-Across Coös 4-H News, Coös County Deadlines / Reminders March 2015 Hello Coös County 4-H Families and Friends! For those of you who use Facebook Cöos County 4-H now has a Facebook page. Lots of information

More information

GUIDELINES FOR KEEPING 4-H RECORDS

GUIDELINES FOR KEEPING 4-H RECORDS GUIDELINES FOR KEEPING 4-H RECORDS Prepared by: WASHOE COUNTY 4-H AWARDS RECORDS COMMITTEE, A subcommittee of the Washoe County 4-H Leaders Council 4-H RECORDS - What It's All About 1-2 PUTTING THE BOOK

More information

Milam County 4- H New Family Guide

Milam County 4- H New Family Guide Milam County 4- H 2016-2017 New Family Guide Educational programs of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,

More information

Awards & Recognition Handbook

Awards & Recognition Handbook Awards & Recognition Handbook Revised December 2015 1 P a g e 2 P a g e TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 - Purpose of the Handbook.... Pg. 4 SECTION 2 - Club Level Awards & Recognition.. Pg. 5 4-H Club Rookie

More information

2018 Clare County 4-H Award Nominations

2018 Clare County 4-H Award Nominations Rookie of the Year: This is for outstanding first year members and will be judged in age divisions of 9-11, 12-14, and 15-19. 4-H age is determined as of January 1 st of current year. Completed only one

More information

Ocean County 4-H Specialty Award Summary Form Due by September 1 st, 2018

Ocean County 4-H Specialty Award Summary Form Due by September 1 st, 2018 Ocean County 4-H 2017-2018 Specialty Award Summary Form Due by September 1 st, 2018 Last Name: First Name: Grade Phone Number: Email: Please mark which specialty awards you are applying for: Achievement

More information

Walworth County 4-H Permanent Participation Record

Walworth County 4-H Permanent Participation Record Walworth County 4-H Permanent Participation Record 4-H Member s Name 4-H Club Birth Date Parent/Guardian s Name Purpose of 4-H Work To help young people in the development of character, leadership, attitudes,

More information

The age groups for Poster and Photo entries are Cloverbuds, 7-12 and 13 and over.

The age groups for Poster and Photo entries are Cloverbuds, 7-12 and 13 and over. The Informer Harvey County 4-H Newsletter October, 2018 K-State Research and Extension, Harvey County This National 4-H Week, Harvey County is proud to celebrate the #InspireKidsToDo that make our community

More information

Pennsylvania State 4-H Clover Award Program

Pennsylvania State 4-H Clover Award Program Pennsylvania State 4-H Clover Award Program Purpose: To encourage 4-H members to engage in a variety of projects and activities, in addition to enabling members to acquire the seven Leadership Life Skills:

More information

CLARK COUNTY 4-H MEMBER PERMANENT RECORD OPTION 1

CLARK COUNTY 4-H MEMBER PERMANENT RECORD OPTION 1 CLARK COUNTY 4-H MEMBER PERMANENT RECORD OPTION 1 Keep for all your years in 4-H (Keep record book from September 16 through the following September 15) Name Club The permanent record is a place for you

More information

St. Mary s County 4-H Calendar 2018

St. Mary s County 4-H Calendar 2018 January January 1 4-H Office Closed All Day New Year s Day January 5 Livestock Knowledge Practice - Goats 6:00pm-8:00pm Ag Services Center Conf Room January 6 4-H Club Officer Training 10am-12pm Ag Services

More information

Carroll County Individual 4-H Honor Member Application Form

Carroll County Individual 4-H Honor Member Application Form Carroll County Individual 4-H Honor Member Application Form Due in the Extension office no later than the last Monday in August. All requirements must be completed during the current 4-H Program year (September

More information

WELCOME TO 4-H: A New Family s Guide

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

More information

Club Seal Application 4-H Year:

Club Seal Application 4-H Year: Club Seal Application 4-H Year: Due to Extension Office by September 24, 2018 Club: President: Vice-President: Secretary: Treasurer: Reporter: Recreation Leader: Song Leader: Historian: By signing this

More information

Section 2: Personal Development Report (PDR) Instructions

Section 2: Personal Development Report (PDR) Instructions Section 2: Personal Development Report (PDR) Instructions 4-H members record their participation and activities in 4-H and outside of 4-H for the current 4-H program year on the Personal Development Report.

More information

Pottawatomie County 4-H Recognition Report For Groups and Clubs

Pottawatomie County 4-H Recognition Report For Groups and Clubs Pottawatomie County 4-H Recognition Report For Groups and Clubs Dear Leaders, This report is designed to help your club set goals for the 4-H year. Please look through the goals and list them on your Club

More information

Welcome to Hancock County 4-H

Welcome to Hancock County 4-H Welcome to Hancock County 4-H This 4-H Family Handbook has been prepared for the benefit of you and your family. It contains valuable information that can help your family members get the most out of the

More information

April 4-H News UPDATES & REMINDERS WAYNE COUNTY FAIR ENTRY FORMS

April 4-H News UPDATES & REMINDERS WAYNE COUNTY FAIR ENTRY FORMS April 4-H News In this issue: Market Beef Weigh-in Flood Resources Updates & Reminders Fair Entry Forms Youth Horticulture ID Contest National Volunteer Week Youth Volunteer Opportunity Leader Information

More information

Langlade County 4-H Record Book

Langlade County 4-H Record Book Langlade County 4-H Record Book Name: Address: Birth date: Name of 4-H Club: Name of Parent or Guardian: the scheduled program, service or activity. An EEO/Affirmative Action employer, University of Wisconsin-

More information

Cayuga County 4-H. Youth Fair 2018 PRE-FAIR PACKET 4-H ANIMAL SCIENCE

Cayuga County 4-H. Youth Fair 2018 PRE-FAIR PACKET 4-H ANIMAL SCIENCE Cayuga County 4-H Youth Fair 2018 PRE-FAIR PACKET 4-H ANIMAL SCIENCE PURPOSE OF 4-H INVOLVEMENT AT YOUTH FAIR 4-H is the youth education component of Cornell Cooperative Extension representing a partnership

More information

4-H NEWSLETTER. us on Facebook! Swine Weigh-In March 31

4-H NEWSLETTER. us on Facebook! Swine Weigh-In March 31 DUBUQUE COUNTY EXTENSION 4-H NEWSLETTER February- March 2012 DUBUQUE COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE 14858 West Ridge Lane; Suite 2 Dubuque, Iowa 52003 www.extension.iastate.edu/dubuque (563) 583-6496 us on Facebook!

More information

Cayuga County 4-H. Youth Fair 2016 PRE-FAIR PACKET 4-H ANIMAL SCIENCE

Cayuga County 4-H. Youth Fair 2016 PRE-FAIR PACKET 4-H ANIMAL SCIENCE Cayuga County 4-H Youth Fair 2016 PRE-FAIR PACKET 4-H ANIMAL SCIENCE PURPOSE OF 4-H INVOLVEMENT AT YOUTH FAIR 4-H is the youth education component of Cornell Cooperative Extension representing a partnership

More information

SEPTEMBER 2016 CLOVER CONNECTION

SEPTEMBER 2016 CLOVER CONNECTION SEPTEMBER 2016 CLOVER CONNECTION Beth Irlbeck CASS COUNTY EXTENSION County Youth Coordinator irlbeth@iastate.edu 712-243-1132 WHAT S INSIDE: 2 Thank you! Thank Your Supporters Congratulations Exhibitors

More information

2018 OHIO 4-H ACHIEVEMENT RECORD

2018 OHIO 4-H ACHIEVEMENT RECORD OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION 2018 OHIO 4-H ACHIEVEMENT RECORD NAME AGE (1/1/18) DATE OF BIRTH GENDER ADDRESS PHONE CITY STATE OH ZIP COUNTY E-MAIL ADDRESS PLANNED CAREER CLUB/GROUP NAME YEARS IN 4-H

More information

4-H Scholarship Cover Sheet

4-H Scholarship Cover Sheet 4-H Scholarship Cover Sheet Name: Address: Cooperative Extension Service Owen County 265 Ellis Highway Owenton, KY 40359 (502) 484-5703 Fax: (502) 484-5704 http://extension.ca.uky.edu Phone Number: Date

More information

4-H Recordbooks. Rusty Hohlt County Extension Agent FCS Bee County

4-H Recordbooks. Rusty Hohlt County Extension Agent FCS Bee County 4-H Recordbooks Rusty Hohlt County Extension Agent FCS Bee County Why do a recordbook? Awards!! Club and individuals!! Scholarships Great experience What to include in a 4-H Recordbook 4-H Recordbook Check

More information

Pennsylvania State 4-H Clover Award Program

Pennsylvania State 4-H Clover Award Program Pennsylvania State 4-H Clover Award Program Purpose: To encourage 4-H members to engage in a variety of projects and activities, in addition to enabling members to acquire the seven Leadership Life Skills:

More information

EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES RULES AND REGULATIONS. Last revised: July 1, 2015

EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES RULES AND REGULATIONS. Last revised: July 1, 2015 EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES RULES AND REGULATIONS. Last revised: July 1, 2015 The purpose of this handbook is to set forth operating policies and procedures for the University of Florida 4-H Youth Development

More information

2019 Delaware County 4-H Calendar Subject to change. Updates at or 4-H Newsletter for updates.

2019 Delaware County 4-H Calendar Subject to change. Updates at   or 4-H Newsletter for updates. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION 2019 Delaware County 4-H Calendar Subject to change. Updates at http://delaware.osu.edu or 4-H Newsletter for updates. January 1 Extension Office Closed - New Year s Day

More information

Dallas County 4-H Award Biographical Sketch Form

Dallas County 4-H Award Biographical Sketch Form Dallas County 4-H Award Biographical Sketch Form 2 X 3 INCH HEADSHOT MUST BE ATTACHED WITH THIS APPLICATION. Check the appropriate box for the award you are applying for: Rookie of the Year Bronze Star

More information

Guide to Delaware County 4-H. 4-H Grows Here!

Guide to Delaware County 4-H. 4-H Grows Here! Guide to Delaware County 4-H 4-H Grows Here! Extension programs are available to all without regard to race, color national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability. Welcome To Delaware County 4-H! We

More information

Dallas County 4-H Awards Recognitions Defined

Dallas County 4-H Awards Recognitions Defined Dallas County 4-H Awards 2017-2018 Recognitions Defined **Please note: all 4-H members applying for awards (other than Recordbook Pins) must be present at the Awards Banquet to receive recognition. All

More information

October Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat H Horse Developmental Committee Meeting King Building 7 p.m. National 4-H Youth Science Day

October Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat H Horse Developmental Committee Meeting King Building 7 p.m. National 4-H Youth Science Day October 2013 1 2 3 4 5 King Building 7 p.m. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 National 4-H Youth Science Day 4-H Leader Kick-Off MSUE 9 a.m. 13 14 15 16 17 Horse Project Round Table 4-H Leader Kick-Off Rockford Freshman

More information

St. Mary s County 4-H Calendar 2017

St. Mary s County 4-H Calendar 2017 January January 1-2 4-H Office Closed All Day New Year s Day January 6 4-H Club Officer Training 6pm-8pm Ag Services Center Conf Room January 8 State Council Exec Board Training 1:00-4:00pm Maryland 4-H

More information

4-H GENERAL DIVISIONS. 4-H STILL EXHIBITS & ACTIVITY AREA (EXHIBITION HALL A) Superintendent Coordinator Teri Le Sharp

4-H GENERAL DIVISIONS. 4-H STILL EXHIBITS & ACTIVITY AREA (EXHIBITION HALL A) Superintendent Coordinator Teri Le Sharp 4-H 4-H GENERAL DIVISIONS 4-H STILL EXHIBITS & ACTIVITY AREA (EXHIBITION HALL A) Superintendent Coordinator Teri Le Sharp 360-608-2581 Each 4-H member showing in this department is responsible for reading

More information

4-H Home Economics, Ag Stills Day, & Fashion Revue. Friday Saturday, March 15 16, 2019 Intermountain Fairgrounds McArthur

4-H Home Economics, Ag Stills Day, & Fashion Revue. Friday Saturday, March 15 16, 2019 Intermountain Fairgrounds McArthur k Premium Book 4-H Home Economics, Ag Stills Day, & Fashion Revue Friday Saturday, March 15 16, 2019 Intermountain Fairgrounds McArthur By Friday, Mar 1, 2019 By 5:00 PM....Fashion Revue entries must be

More information

February County Fiber Arts Meeting. 4-H Council Meeting. Extension Office Closed. County Foods Meetings. 4-H Club Day & Regional 4-H Club Day

February County Fiber Arts Meeting. 4-H Council Meeting. Extension Office Closed. County Foods Meetings. 4-H Club Day & Regional 4-H Club Day February 2015 4-H Council Meeting The next 4-H Council meeting will be held Monday, February 23 rd at the courthouse meeting room at 7:00 p.m. Extension Office Closed The Extension office will be closed

More information

January Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

January Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat January 2019 1st New Year s Day Extension office closed 3rd Older Youth Meeting, 7 PM, Salem Fellowship Hall 5th Older Youth Jr. Fair Conference, 7 AM, Columbus 8th Small Animal Committee, 7 PM, Extension

More information

List position held: List position held: List position held: 2 pts. per meeting - January-December

List position held: List position held: List position held: 2 pts. per meeting - January-December Brunswick County 4-H Achievement Program Outstanding 4-H'er Award Form Eligibility: 4-H members who are 9-18 years of age January 1st of the year (2012). Information & participation is for the period of

More information

4-H Clover Kids Handbook

4-H Clover Kids Handbook 4-H Clover Kids Handbook Nebraska Extension in Saline County Revised April 2015 Extension is a Division of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln cooperating

More information

OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION

OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION 2018 Darke County 4-H Youth Development Calendar (Selected Jr. Fair related dates are included for your convenience.) (All meetings are at the Extension Office, unless otherwise

More information

4-H Clover Kids Handbook

4-H Clover Kids Handbook 4-H Clover Kids Handbook Nebraska Extension in Saline County Revised December 2015 Extension is a Division of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln cooperating

More information

Hi, Parents! I'm Chris Clover. I am your guide to understanding 4-H Clover Kids. Follow me...

Hi, Parents! I'm Chris Clover. I am your guide to understanding 4-H Clover Kids. Follow me... Hi, Parents! I'm Chris Clover. I am your guide to understanding 4-H Clover Kids. Follow me... Educational programs of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race,

More information

The 4-H Diamond Clover Recognition

The 4-H Diamond Clover Recognition Nebraska 4-H Diamond Clover Program The 4-H Diamond Clover Recognition Program is designed to complement our dynamic 4-H tradition, this noncompetitive program recognizes the accomplishments of 4-H members

More information

Shelby County Clover Kid and Discovery 4-H Shelby County Fair Guidelines

Shelby County Clover Kid and Discovery 4-H Shelby County Fair Guidelines Shelby County Clover Kid and Discovery 4-H 2017 Shelby County Fair Guidelines CLOVER KIDS/DISCOVERY 4-H ers Fair Exhibit Purpose & General Rules Purpose: 1. To design a developmentally appropriate exhibit

More information

DELAWARE 4-H RECORD GENERAL INFORMATION

DELAWARE 4-H RECORD GENERAL INFORMATION Name: Age as of January 1, 20 years old Complete Address: Town/State/Zip Code: Number of years in 4-H (Including this year): School Grade: Name of Club: Years Enrolled ~ Project Summary (Include all projects

More information

February Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday. Jan H Enrollments DUE

February Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday. Jan H Enrollments DUE Nebraska Extension is a Division of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska Lincoln cooperating with the Counties and the United Sates Department of Agriculture.

More information

years inside with tabs. That is also perfectly acceptable.

years inside with tabs. That is also perfectly acceptable. 4-H KAP, Record Book & Awards FEATURES SPECIAL AWARDS SECTION! U p d a t e d 2 0 1 4 K i n g m a n C o u n t y 4 - H K-State Research and Extension - Kingman County 125 N. Spruce, Kingman, KS 67068 (620)

More information

St. Mary s County 4-H Calendar 2016

St. Mary s County 4-H Calendar 2016 January January 1-3 4-H Office Closed All Day New Year s Day January 4 4-H Club Leader Meeting 6:00-8:00 pm Ag Services Center Conf Room January 4 4-H Member Record Books Due from Club 6:00 pm St. Mary

More information

My 4 H Resume. Name Boy Girl

My 4 H Resume. Name Boy Girl My 4 H Resume Name Boy Girl Date of Birth County Date I joined 4 H: This record will be your summary of 4 H work done in all projects for every year you are in 4 H. Start with your first year and keep

More information

January Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Awards Program Setup 2:00-5:00 PM. Small Animal Council 7:30 PM

January Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Awards Program Setup 2:00-5:00 PM. Small Animal Council 7:30 PM January 2018 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Council 10 11 12 13 Awards Program Setup 2:00-5:00 PM 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Awards Program! 1:00-5:00 PM Martin Luther King, Jr. Day! Jr. Council Baking Day 11:00 AM State

More information

CLARK COUNTY 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

CLARK COUNTY 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CLARK COUNTY 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Cooperative Extension Service Clark County 1400 Fortune Drive Winchester, KY 40391-8292 (859) 744-4682 Fax: (859) 744-4698 www.ca.uky.edu/ces May 2016 Newsletter Hi,

More information

This year s 4-H Fair Theme: 4-H Grows Bright Futures

This year s 4-H Fair Theme: 4-H Grows Bright Futures April 9. 2018 Erie County 4-H Calendar Check Out The 4-H Calendar Go to: Select: 4-H Youth Development at the top of the page. On the left hand side of the 4-H page select: 4-H Calendar from the list to

More information

4-H FAST FACTS. A Newsletter for Montgomery County 4-H Families June-July 2017

4-H FAST FACTS. A Newsletter for Montgomery County 4-H Families June-July 2017 A Newsletter for Montgomery County 4-H Families June-July 2017 4-H Families, 4-H Fair season is quickly approaching. Providing our 4-H members and families with a quality 4-H program and 4-H show experience

More information

MCCURTAIN COUNTY 4-H. Clover Connection

MCCURTAIN COUNTY 4-H. Clover Connection MCCURTAIN COUNTY 4-H Clover Connection 2012 Issue 3 October 2012 Inside this issue: Banquet Info 2 Changes to the Oklahoma Youth Expo The staff and administrators of the Oklahoma Youth Expo have made some

More information

Tennessee 4-H Honor Club Application

Tennessee 4-H Honor Club Application Tennessee 4-H Honor Club Application Name Male Female (First) (Middle) (Last) Name you prefer for publicity purposes Address City/State/Zip County Email Grade in school (on Jan. 1 of current year) Name

More information

Blaine County 4-H Project Report Form. July 1, to June 30, Mailing Address Town Zip. Grade in School Completed Year of 4-H Work Completed Club Name

Blaine County 4-H Project Report Form. July 1, to June 30, Mailing Address Town Zip. Grade in School Completed Year of 4-H Work Completed Club Name Blaine County 4-H Project Report Form July 1, to June 30, Member s Name Mailing Address Town Zip Grade in School Completed Year of 4-H Work Completed Club Name Eligibility: 1. Must be at least 8 years

More information

OLATHE NORTH HIGH SCHOOL EAGLETTE DANCE TEAM OFFICER TRYOUT PACKET

OLATHE NORTH HIGH SCHOOL EAGLETTE DANCE TEAM OFFICER TRYOUT PACKET OLATHE NORTH HIGH SCHOOL EAGLETTE DANCE TEAM OFFICER TRYOUT PACKET 2017-2018 Leadership is an action, not a position QUALITIES OF SUCCESSFUL OFFICERS * She is dedicated and will go 'beyond the call of

More information

4-H Club Year at a Glance!

4-H Club Year at a Glance! 4-H Club Year at a Glance! October November January February March April June Use it Again Bank Public Speaking Poster Contest Bread Baking Clover Bowl/ Photography Demonstrations Summer Camp 2013-2014

More information

4-H Clover Kids Handbook

4-H Clover Kids Handbook 4-H Clover Kids Handbook Nebraska Extension in Saline County Revised December 2015 Extension is a Division of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln cooperating

More information

OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION January 2019

OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION January 2019 January 2019 1 Extension Office is closed for New Year s Holiday January 4th - Market Steer / Heifer Miami County Fair forms and DNA envelopes are due at the Secretary s Office deadline 5pm. 6 7 8 Camp

More information

Non-competitive 4-H Record Book Evaluation:

Non-competitive 4-H Record Book Evaluation: Non-competitive 4-H Record Book Evaluation: A simpler format to encourage members just getting started in keeping 4-H records. Members participating in the non-competitive 4-H record book evaluation process

More information

Larimer County. Events and Activities

Larimer County. Events and Activities Larimer County Events and Activities Achievement Night Who: All 4-H members, leaders, parents, and friends. What: Outstanding members, leaders, and other volunteers are recognized for their 4-H accomplishments

More information

January Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat. clermont.osu.edu. 1 Happy New Year! Extension Office Closed

January Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat. clermont.osu.edu. 1 Happy New Year! Extension Office Closed January 2016 1 Happy New Year! Closed 2 Steer Tag-In 8-10 AM, Fairgrounds Quality Assurance 10:30 AM, 3 4 DUE: Camp Scholarship Applications, 4 PM, OSUE 5 6 7 Camp Scholarship Interviews, 6:30 PM, OSUE

More information

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions Extension is a Division of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln cooperating with the Counties and the United States Department of Agriculture. The 4-H

More information

Checklist when submitting the Ohio Achievement Form

Checklist when submitting the Ohio Achievement Form OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION Checklist when submitting the Ohio Achievement Form Turned in by 4:30 p.m., on January 15, 2018 to the Ross County Extension Office Stapled in top left hand corner (please

More information