4-H Youth Development

June 24, 2009

Henry County Web 4H agent Cathy Toole  More info and current news located HERE

Greetings!

Henry County 4H Does well at the State Fair:


The Henry County 4H program had a very good year at the State Fair 4H Cloverville this August. We were proud to have the following 4H’ers receive recognition: Sean Armstrong – Blue on Senior Color Drawing; Kimberly Barmore – Blue on Sewing; Jakob Beckley – two Whites in photography, and a Red in photography; Katelyn Bowen - Blue on her country ham; Jordan Campbell – Blue on his country ham; Patrick Cravens – Blue on his country ham; Michael Gravitt – Red on his Senior Black and White drawing; Jennifer Harney – Blue on Chocolate cake; Bethany Harp – Blue on brownies; Shiven Harris – Blue on Senior watercolor; Jenna Jeffries – Blue on Horticulture photography; Micah Lineman – Blue on sewing; Sarah Lineman –Blue on her country ham; Megan McCoun – Red on photography; Casey McFerron – Red on her junior color drawing; Abby Nelson –Blue on tomatoes, Blue on her garden display, Blue on largest cabbage, and White on her largest tomato; Dillon Owen – Blue on his country ham; McKenzie Pittman – Blue on accessory for the home; Tyler Potter – White on Junior watercolor; Kayla Quire – Blue on sewing of a formal outfit; Abigail Riley – Blue on Junior original design ceramic; Clarissa Schlenker – Blue on photography, White on photography, and White on wood science; Morris Schlenker – Blue pm sewing; Mahala Smith – Blue on Senior folk art; Connor Toole – Red on his country ham; Renee Toole – Red on sewing; Josie Tracy – Red on Senior original design ceramics; and Alexis Whiteside – White on cornmeal muffins. The next time you see one of these 4H’ers congratulate them on their accomplishments. Educational programs of the Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service serve all people regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, or national origin.

  

Sincerely,
Cathy Toole
Henry County Extension Agent for 4 H

 

4-H State Teen Conference

4-H State Teen Conference
Guys waiting for Style Revue to begin.

4-H State Teen conference
Henry County Delegates from Henry County enjoyed a fun filled 4-H State Teen Conference. From left to right: Jordan Campbell, Taylor McCleary, Connor Toole, Sarah Lineman, Clint Diven, and Cathy Toole.

 

 

 

 

4-H and Nickelodeon Partner to Launch New Online Game

Jimmy Neutron

Questions can be directed to Nancy Cole (301-961-2926) at National 4-H Council

National 4-H Council has partnered with Nickelodeon's "Big Green Help" to create a brand-new, interactive online game-- "Flip N' Flow"--featuring the network's animated boy-genius Jimmy Neutron. The game is in support of 4 H's Science, Engineering and Technology communication campaign to spark youth interest in science and prepare one million new young people for America's technology workforce.

Nickelodeon's "The Big Green Help" is a kid-led movement that provides information and tools to help explain climate change to young people, and connects them to energy-saving and earth-friendly activities in their everyday lives.

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The "Flip N' Flow" game is available online at 4-H.org. Youth can play the game and access materials to share with friends. Check out this fun activity which gives youth and mentors the opportunity to learn about water conservation and challenges them think about steps they can take to participate in going green!

Go Green with 4-H

As the month for Earth Day and Arbor Day, April is filled with activities and events that celebrate and call attention to the natural environment. Naturally, it is a time when many people turn their focus to improving the environment around them. While many environmental activities may seem more geared toward adults, there are numerous ways young people can get involved and live green, or more environmentally friendly. Now is a great time to learn more about the natural environment and ways young people can help preserve it.

4-H offers a number of different programs that can increase environmental awareness in young people. 4-H’ers can develop an appreciation of the natural world through 4-H environmental camps. In these camps, young people can learn about the importance of conservation and preservation of nature through many hands-on activities. They will have the opportunity to learn about many different topics including insects, animals, birds, animal tracks, hiking, soils and water.

4-H’ers can explore many different aspects of the environment through various programs including entomology, forestry, geology and water. Also, 4-H gardening projects give youths a first-hand experience with locally produced foods and sustainability.

In addition to 4-H programs, there are several ways young people can live more environmentally friendly at home and at school. Many of these steps are simple, easy activities that can be implemented every day. Some of ideas for going green are listed below:

• Turn off televisions, video game consoles and computers when not in use.
• Walk, bike or carpool to school when possible.
• Conserve water by turning off the faucet while brushing teeth.
• Recycle paper, plastic bottles and aluminum cans.

Young people can make a lasting impact on their communities by practicing green living. Ask the county 4-H agent about ongoing community projects in which young people may be able to participate. Also, environmental events and activities from across the state are listed on the University of Kentucky’s see blue. go green Web site and the Environmental Education in Kentucky Web site. See blue. go green is available at http://www.ca.uky.edu/gogreen/index.php, and the Environmental Education Web site is located at http://eeinkentucky.org/.

For more information on going green or 4-H environmental programs, projects, camps and clubs, contact the Henry Cooperative Extension Service.

 

4H Notes
MARK YOUR CALENDAR

 July 13-16th 4-H Camp at Lake Cumberland. Cost is $140.00 and a payment plan is available. Forms can be found at the following website http://www.henrycountyky.com by hitting the extension link and then the 4-H link. Forms can be mailed or faxed to your home by calling 845-2811. HERE:

CLUBS

Photography Club has a new leader, Pat Neuhauser. Pat has a degree in photography and is the mother of four. She is looking forward to working with the youth of Henry County.

Crocheting Club will be offered this again this year. Leader Barb Tipton plans to begin in February.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Dog Club Leader, ATV Safety Program.

The Free Spirits Club meets on the first Monday evening of the month, at 7:00 pm at the Henry County Cooperative Extension office. New members are always welcome. If you have any questions about any club, please call 845-2811.

If you are interested in becoming a member of any of the 4-H Clubs please call the office at 845-2811 and ask Annmarie to have you added to the club mailing list to receive meeting information.

If you have any questions in regard to 4-H clubs or would like to be put on a mailing list for a club please call the office at 845-2811.

 

 

Exciting leadership opportunities exist for 4-H’ers

Our young people are the future leaders and decision makers of the nation. 4-H offers youth a prime opportunity to explore and engage in leadership roles. By participating in a leadership role in organizations like 4-H, young people have the opportunity to develop critical thinking, communication and life skills that will aid them in making crucial future decisions.

 

Many leadership experiences are geared toward older youth, but younger youth also have the opportunity to become leaders early in their 4-H career.

Two of the most prestigious leadership roles include becoming a delegate to either the National 4-H Conference in Washington D.C. or the National 4-H Congress in Atlanta. At the National Teen 4-H Conference, youth join extension professionals and adult volunteer leaders to discuss ways 4-H can better serve young people on local and national levels. Recommendations from the conference are shared with the Secretary of Agriculture, national extension leaders and those involved with 4-H programming. Four delegates from Kentucky are selected every year. During the National 4-H Congress, delegates learn about cultural diversity and serving others and their communities.

Many leadership opportunities also exist at the state level including becoming a member of the State 4-H Teen Council or a State 4-H Officer. State 4-H Teen Council is comprised of youth from across the state. These young people learn about leadership and communication as they serve as liaisons between local, district and state 4-H programs. State 4-H officers serve as ambassadors for Kentucky 4-H. 4-H members elect state officers each June during State Teen Conference and those officers serve until the end of the next year’s conference. 4-H officers serve in leadership roles in State 4-H Teen Council, and past members often are invited to serve as advisors to the following year’s council and officers.

Teens interested in leadership opportunities in 4-H also can attend the 4-H Issues Conference and the State 4-H Teen Conference. At the issues conference, young people from across the state meet to discuss issues affecting young people and their communities. Youth discuss ways in which they can have a positive impact on community issues and develop plans that they will implement when they return home. Young people who attend the 4-H Teen Conference can participate in a wide range of activities designed to help improve their leadership and communication abilities including workshops, tracks, tours, college visits and issues seminars.

4-H has many clubs and groups in which young people can assume leadership roles. Youth can get their first taste of leadership roles beginning as a junior 4-H member by becoming an officer of a county 4-H club or attending 4-H Summit. Summit is a three-day, two-night event where sixth through eighth graders get to meet their peers from across the state as well as State 4-H Teen Council members. During Summit, participants learn about leadership opportunities that are available to them when they become senior 4-H’ers.

4-H has many leadership opportunities available for youth. For more information on how you can get involved with these and other 4-H activities, contact your Henry Cooperative Extension Service.

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