March/April 2018 LSU Agricultural Center 4-H Achievement Day Sponsored by Farm Bureau Just a reminder that Achievement Day will be held on Saturday, April 14, 2018, at Thibodaux High School. This year s theme will be 4-H-Leading the Way to Our Future. The morning program for Achievement Day will begin at 9:30 a.m. Please remind all 4-H ers to bring pencils to Achievement Day since there will be none available for taking tests. After the morning program, members are allowed to participate in various contests such as demonstrations, insect identification, plant science, horticulture crop judging, good grooming (personal development), public speaking and various tests from project book completion. Make sure to sign up with your leader if you want to participate in Achievement Day contests. Record books will be picked up at your school on March 29th. Remember if your club wants to participate in the skit contest, please let the 4-H Office know by April 9, 2018. Idol on the Bayou acts need to be sent on a DVD/CD or through email to the 4-H Office prior to April 9, 2018. Leaf, Twig, Insect Collections, Bird Houses and Photography exhibits will be picked up at your school on April 10th. Make sure to turn these items into your leader before this date. Rules for these contests can be found in the February and online at www.lsuagcenter.com. Go to parish offices, and 4-H for more information. The afternoon ceremony includes a fashion show and a variety show. After the conclusion of the variety show, our parish awards program begins. Awards that are presented are Top Junior Leaders and Award of Excellence. School awards will be presented and they include Activity Awards, School Display, and Achievement Day Awards. Please try to attend and cheer on your school club. Do not forget to wear your 4-H shirt if you have one. Youth Safe Driving Contest at Achievement Day Youth Safe Driving Contest This contest is for teams of two or three members in the Middle and Senior High Divisions (both divisions will compete together). Contestants will present 5-7 minute presentation using format or audio visuals of choice on the topic of safe driving. Safe Driving topics include, but are not limited to: distracted driving (texting), drinking; wreckless; sleepy; road rage. The emphasis will be on young drivers, influencing other young drivers. Cash prizes will be awarded $300.00 will be presented to the 1st place team, $200.00 to the 2nd place team and $100.00 to the 3rd place team. Inside this issue: Achievement Day Contests More Achievement Day Contests Outdoor Adventure Day 4 4-H Day at the Capital 4 4-H Garden Contest 4 Parish Scholarships 4 4-H University 5 Calendar of Events: March 29 Pick Up Record Books April 6 Outdoor Adventure Day April 14 Achievement Day, THS May 4 Garden Records Due TBA Bayou Area Horse Show 2 3
Achievement Day Demonstrations All demonstrations have a maximum time limit of 15 minutes. Note: All demonstrations can be individual or team demonstrations. A limited number of demonstrations will be allowed per club. Make sure your leader knows you want to participate. Times will be scheduled and you will be notified when your demonstration will be. The following is a description of each demonstration contest: Agriculture Demonstration - on any agricultural practice or practice relating to agriculture which includes the following areas: livestock & crop production, conservation of natural resources, wildlife management, marine science, poultry science, agricultural engineering, forestry & horticulture. Ex. How to Groom an Animal, How to Clean a Crab, How to Pot a Plant, etc. (Elementary & Middle) Breads - Can be demonstrations, illustrated lectures, or presentations on breads. Ex. How to Make Pretzels, How to Make a Sandwich or How to Make Muffins (Elementary & Middle) Dairy Foods - Can be demonstrations, illustrated lectures or presentations and must be related to Dairy Foods or Dairy Products. Ex. How to make a Milkshake, How to Make a Grilled Cheese Sandwich or How to Make Pudding. (Elementary & Middle). FCS Demonstration - Must be a method (how to) demonstration, not an illustrated lecture on any home economics practice relating to Home Economics. Areas include clothing, family life, family resource management, health and safety, and housing and house furnishings. (Elementary & Middle) General Demonstration - For Senior High members only. Can be demonstrations on Agriculture, FCS, Horticulture or La. Agriculture Products. Horticulture Demos. - Must be on the production, sale or marketing of a horticultural product or use of fruit or vegetable grown in our area. Can be an artistic arrangement with fresh or dried plant materials or plants used in the landscape. (Middle School) Louisiana Ag. Products Demonstration - A demonstration on Louisiana Agriculture products (should include Rice, Beef, Sugar, Seafood, etc.). No Horticulture products. (Elementary & Middle) Achievement Day Contests Fish Identification Contest Participants will identify saltwater and freshwater fish by it s common name as listed in the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. A word bank will be provided. Participants will also be asked to select if the fish is a freshwater or saltwater species. Information can be found at www.wlf.louisiana.gov (go to fishing, recreational fishing and then regulations brochure pictures are in the regulations brochure). Good Grooming/Personal Development - For Elementary Division, two 4-H ers from each grade (4th & 5th) may enter from each school. Boys and girls compete together and should come dressed for an afternoon party (church dress) to be interviewed by judges. For Middle School Division (6th 8th) any club member may compete. 4-H ers should be dressed appropriately. For Senior High (9th 12th), any member may participate. Boys and girls should come dressed for a job interview that they are presently eligible for. A resume of the job they are applying for is required. Check with your leader to sign up. Healthy Living Illustrated Talk - Elementary Division (4-5) - Contestant designs (a) standard poster 22 x 28 relating to healthy living, (b) presents a 2-3 minute explanation of poster subject and (c) responds to questions from the judge. Middle School Division (6-8) - Contestant designs (a) standard poster 22 x 28 relating to healthy living, (b) presents a 2-3 minute explanation of poster subject and (c) responds to questions from the judge. Senior High Division (9-12) - Contestant designs (a) standard poster 22 x 28 relating to healthy living, (b) presents a 5 minute explanation of poster subject and (c) responds to questions from the judge. Horticulture Crop Judging - Any number of 4-H ers per club can participate. The contest will consist of Judging Classes, Information (true and false test on horticultural topics) and Identification of fruits, vegetables, flowers and plants. Insect Identification & Study - Any number of 4-H ers per club can participate. A test will consist of identifying as to common name insects of economic importance to the parish. Resources: Golden Nature Book or Insects.org Plant Science - Any number per club may participate. Elementary club members will take a test in the contest on plant science that will consist of true and false, multiple choice and matching. Junior and Senior members will take a test and identify seeds. Public Speaking - Four 4-H'ers from each club may participate. Speech needs to be 3 to 5 minutes on any subject. Contestant may refer to notes; but cannot read the speech and must submit copy of speech to judge on Achievement Day. Page 2
Achievement Day Project Book Tests 4th Graders (Discovering the World of 4-H) and 5th Graders (Exploring the World of 4-H) that have completed and turned in their project books in April are qualified to take tests at Achievement Day. 6th 12th graders that have completed and turned in their project books will earn certificates and points for their clubs for completing their project books. No project book tests will be given for 6th 12 graders. All 4-H ers can participate in the identification contests and demonstrations. Fashion Review 4-H Idol on the Bayou 4-H ers that would like the opportunity to perform at Achievement Day please send in a DVD/CD of your performance to your 4-H club leader. These will be viewed by the judges and the top acts will be selected to perform at Achievement Day. There is no limit on the amount of acts a club can submit, but the acts cannot exceed 10 minutes. These are due to the 4-H Office by April 9. Achievement Day Club Skits All Elementary, Middle and Senior High clothing contestants will model their garments to be judged for appearance and construction in the morning and may participate in the Fashion Review in the afternoon. We are conducting a club skit contest during the afternoon ceremony. The theme for Achievement Day will be 4-H-Leading the Way to Our Future, so we would like you to incorporate this theme into your skit. A party will be given to the winning club at their May meeting!! If your club would like to participate please call the 4-H Office by April 9, 2018, so we can put you on the schedule. Leaf, Twig, Insect Collections, Bird Houses & Photography Exhibits These will be collected and judged on April 10th and displayed at Achievement Day on April 14th. More detailed information can be found on our website: www.lsuagcenter.com. Click on parish offices, then Lafourche and 4-H or in last month s. Photography categories are as follows: Elementary, Middle & Senior Division Black & White (can be 4 x 6, 5 x 7, 8 x 10, 11 x 14 ) and Color Only (can be 4 x 6, 5 x 7, 8 x 10, 11 x 14 )Categories are Animals, Food, Human Interest, Portraits, Scenic and Still Life. Achievement Day Drawing Lucky Clover Tickets Every time a 4-H club member participates in an activity or contest along with their ribbon or certificate they will earn a Lucky Clover ticket (these will be sent to them through their leaders). These tickets will be used to take a chance at some really nice prizes. This drawing will take place at Achievement Day (look for the drawing box). 4-H ers must attend Achievement Day to be eligible to win. Page 3
4-H Outdoor Adventure Day We are looking forward to seeing you on Friday, April 6, 2018, for the 4-H Outdoor Adventure Day. It will begin at 9:00 a.m. Activities on this day will include Outdoor Skills & Fishing Sports activities. A bus will be provided for transportation from the Galliano Walmart and the 4-H Office in Raceland to the site. Once you have signed up for the day a bus schedule will be provided. We ask that you bring a rod and reel with a small stopper and small hook. Lunch and drinks will be provided. We will also have prizes during the day. An $8.00 registration fee will be charged to cover expenses. Please fill out the form below and send a check or money order made out to the Lafourche 4-H Foundation and send it to Donna Naquin, 115 Texas Street, Raceland, LA 70394 by March 30, 2018. If it happens to be a rainy day, the activities will be cancelled. If you have any questions please feel free to call at 446-1316. Name Complete Address (City, State, Zip) Phone School Enclosed is my $8.00 registration fee. 4-H Day at the Capital 4-H Club members and volunteers will join hundreds of others from throughout the state of LA at the steps of the State Capital in Baton Rouge. This event gives our legislators and the public a glimpse of our program and it s opportunities for the youth that needs to be funded. The tentative date is May 30, 2018. Please accept this invitation to join us for this exciting day. Free t-shirts will be provided to any 4-H er going that calls our office by April 14, 2017. Don t wait, call now and plan to represent on May 30th in Baton Rouge! 4-H Garden Contest 4-H program will conduct a 4-H Garden Contest. It is easy and fun! All you have to do is: 1. Select a site for your garden. Garden can be rows or square foot garden. 2. Plan what crops you will grow. (This contest is not for ornamental gardens.) 3. Prepare your soil. 4. Plant. 5. Keep records. 6. Call the 4-H Office if you need information or assistance. 7. Return the scorecard by May 4, 2018. Good luck! For more information call the 4-H office at 446-1316. Parish Scholarships for Seniors Parish Scholarship applications will be due to the 4-H Office by April 2nd. Please contact the 4-H to receive a copy of the application. These scholarships will be awarded to seniors at Achievement Day on April 14, 2018 at Thibodaux High School. Page 4
We Want YOU for 4-H U We want YOU for 4-H University that is. 4-H University will be held June 19-22, 2018, on the LSU Campus in Baton Rouge for 4-H ers ranging from ages 13 18. Louisiana 4-H ers will compete for best in the state in more than 40 events ranging from ATV, photography, flight simulation, and speechmaking to fishing sports and fashion design. In addition, students may take part in the noncompetitive learning event called Clover College, which includes seven hours of instruction over the three days instead of the competitive aspect. During 4-H University, participants will be introduced to aspects of life that college students experience on an everyday basis. Students will tour a working dairy, a biomedical center and athletic facilities, along with many others. Students will also get to see how college students live during the week by residing in campus dormitories and eating at campus dining halls. If you are interested in going to 4-H University please contact Ms. Donna or Ms. Teddi at the 4-H Office at 446-1316. Jr. Leader Strawberry Sale The Jr. Leaders are conducting a strawberry sale. The strawberries will sell for $24.00 per flat. There are 8 one quart packages per flat in plastic clamshell containers. The due date for orders is March 16 th. The berries will be delivered to the Ag. Building in Raceland on March 26 th and pick up time is from 3:00 5:00 p.m. Checks are to made to Lafourche 4-H Foundation. Please no cash. Contact a Jr. Leader or the 4-H office to order. LSU AgCenter 115 Texas Street Raceland, LA 70394 Phone: 985-446-1316 Fax: 985-449-1549 E-mail: lafourche@agcenter.lsu.edu Images obtained from Microsoft Office Donna G. Naquin Extension Agent Teddi Folse Asst. Extension Agent Membership and participation in activities and events are open to all citizens without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, veteran status or disability. If you have a disability that requires special accommodation for your participation in an activity, please contact us at 985-446-1316. Page 5