4-H 101
CES Staff Development Series
Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 10:00 a.m.
Steve McKinley
Carl Broady
mckinles@purdue.edu broady@purdue.edu
765-494-8435
765-494-8435
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4-H 101 Series
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4-H Purpose, History, and Structure
(10/15/09)
Effectively Utilizing Volunteers (11/10/09)
Starting and Maintaining 4-H Clubs
(12/10/09)
Expanding 4-H Opportunities (1/12/10)
Working with 4-H Parents (2/18/10)
Characteristics of Positive Youth
Development & Life Skill Development
(3/9/10)
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Objectives:
Share opportunities to complement
the 4-H Club experience.
2. Discuss core beliefs of recognition.
3. Describe the National 4-H Recognition
Model.
4. Identify steps to prepare judges for
the judging process.
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Share opportunities to complement
the 4-H Club experience.
4-H Scholarships
 Indiana
4-H Foundation - Grade 12
applicants; for any post secondary education
 4-H
Accomplishment - Grade 10-12
applicants; project related
 State
4-H Club - Grade 12, based in part on
financial need, students at Purdue in College
of Agriculture or Consumer and Family
Sciences
4-H Scholarships
 Applications
due to County Extension
Office by January 15; application
information on State 4-H Web site:
http://www.four-h.purdue.edu/ind_4h/scholarships.cfm
 Sample
applications available on U:
drive (State YDAE-Shared 4-H Scholarship
files)
Key Club Award
Award to recognize members for their
tenure and participation in the 4-H
Program.
 Members who have at least a 5-year
tenure and who are 4-H Jr. Leaders may
apply.
 Application forms are due to State 4-H
Office by June 15.
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Operation: Military Kids (OMK)
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State 4-H Office Contacts:
 Judy Hauser(jhauser@purdue.edu, 765-494-9516)
 Steve McKinley (mckinles@purdue.edu, 765-4948435)
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OMK e-mail address:
omk@ydae.purdue.edu
Operation: Military Kids (OMK)
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OMK Goal:
 Provide support to military children and their
families through a network of community
resources before, during, and after
deployment.
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Delivered in local communities in 49
states through a national collaboration of
U.S. Army Child, Youth, & School
Services, 4-H, and other community
agencies serving youth.
Operation: Military Kids (OMK)
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Primary Components
 Speak Out for Military Kids (SOMK)
 Hero Packs
 Mobile Technology Lab (MTL)
 Activities for children
 Funding for county-sponsored events
Operation: Military Kids (OMK)
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How can your County help?
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Establish a County OMK Team
Apply for funding for a county-sponsored event
Assemble and write letters for Hero Packs
Schedule the MTL at an event
Invite Military Youth to join 4-H Clubs
Adopt a Military Family or Soldier
Plan an event for Military Families
Write letters to local Soldiers
Natural Resources
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Contact: Dr. Natalie Carroll,
ncarroll@purdue.edu
Geology
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Indiana State Museum hosts the Gem,
Mineral and Fossil Show in late
October.
Beekeeping
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Beekeeping Essay contest
 Sponsored by the Foundation for the Preservation
of Honey Bees, Inc.
 Any 4-H member may apply
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Young Beekeeper of the Year Award
Program
 Sponsored by the Indiana Beekeepers Assoc.
 Any youth involved in beekeeping may apply
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Information is generally available in
June/July
Career Development Events
Wildlife Habitat Evaluation – high school
teams only, October 16, 2010
 Entomology, Area qualification required,
State Event December 11, 2010
 Forestry, Area qualification required, State
Event December 11, 2010
 Crops, Area qualification required, State
Event December 11, 2010
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Other Career Development
Events
Meats, Dairy Foods – January 30, 2010
Horse & Pony – May 1, 2010
Livestock, Poultry, Dairy – May 22, 2010
Horticulture – TBA
Livestock Skill-a-Thon – September 25,
2010
 Soils –October 30, 2010
 Link to 4-H/FFA Judging Handbook:
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 http://www.fourh.purdue.edu/cde/index.cfm#
Livestock
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Livestock Judging Camps
 Practice judging and giving oral reasons on all
species for coaches and students
 January 23 & February 20
 Ivy Tech College, Lafayette
 Coordinator: Andrea Schwartz –
aschwartz1@ivytech.edu
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Look for upcoming Livestock Invitational
Judging Contests (and other Judging
events) to be held around the state at:
http://www.indianaaged.org/InvitationalCDEDates.htm
Livestock
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Junior Pork Day
 Any youth interested in learning more about the
Swine industry
 Saturday, March 6
 Lilly Hall, Purdue University
 Contact: Kyle Culp – culp@purdue.edu
State 4-H Horse and Pony
Program Opportunities
Contact: Dr. Colleen Brady,
bradyc@purdue.edu
 Link below will take you to an Adobe
Connect video of a presentation at the
2009 State Horse and Pony Volunteer
conference describing and explaining
State-wide opportunities in the 4-H Horse
Program.
 https://gomeet.itap.purdue.edu/p303015
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2010 IN 4-H Horse and Pony
Calendar of Events
January 23- Beginning Horse Judging Camp
Ω Feb. 20- Intermediate Horse Judging Camp
Ω March 6- Advanced Horse Judging Camp
Ω March 10- deadline for Horse Fair and State
Contests Entries-Purdue
Ω March 26-27- State Horse Bowl, Hippology,
Public Speaking, Demonstrations-Purdue
Ω April 9,10,11- Hoosier Horse Fair, Indiana
State Fairgrounds
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Details available from your county extension office, or
www.four-h.purdue.edu/horse
2010 IN 4-H Horse and Pony
Calendar of Events
May 1- State Horse Judging Contest-Danville, IN
Ω June 9-11- Animal Science Workshop for YouthHorse Workshop-Purdue
Ω June 14-18- State 4-H Horsemanship CampDanville, IN
Ω August 6-13- Indiana State Fair Horse ShowIndiana State Fairgrounds
Ω October TBA- State HP Volunteer Conference
Ω November 12-14-Multi State Judges School,
Indiana
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Details available from your county extension office, or
www.four-h.purdue.edu/horse
Junior Master Gardener (JMG)
Contact: Dr. Kathryn Orvis,
orvis@purdue.edu
 Mission: To grow good kids by igniting a
passion for learning, success, and service
through a unique gardening education.
 Participants include school groups, youth
outreach programs, summer camps,
afterschool programs.
 Training offered for teachers and leaders
to offer JMG.
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Junior Master Gardener (JMG)
Curriculum includes broad range of
horticultural and environmental education
topics.
 Science process skills, observation, taking
measurements, and problem solving are
integrated.
 Curriculum is tied to academic standards
for science, math, language arts, and
social studies.
 Learn more at www.jmgkids.us.
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Applications available at State 4-H Web
site: www.four-h.purdue.edu
National 4-H Conference
March 20th- March 25th, 2010 in
Washington, D.C. for members in grades
10-12
 Meet 4-H members from across the nation
and experience leadership training
 Application due December 1st
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Purdue Science Workshops
Wednesday, June 9 – Friday, June 11, Purdue
University, grades 9-12 completed; subjects
offered:
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Animal
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Aquatic
Beef
Dairy Cattle
Dairy Goat
Horse
Poultry
Rabbit
Sheep
Swine
Veterinary Science –
separate large & small
animal tracks
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Aerospace
Ambassador
Computer
Engineering
Entomology
Food & Nutrition
Plant
Mission to Mars
State 4-H Jr. Leader Conference
 June
15th-18th, 2010, University of
Indianapolis
 Jr. Leaders who have completed Grades 9-12
 Includes:
 Skill Sessions
 State Park Group meetings
 Keynote Speaker
 General Sessions
 Skit night
 Recreation
 Dance
 For more information,
h.purdue.edu/sjlc
visit: http://www.four-
Electric Workshop
 June 18th-20th, 2010, Purdue University
 For members in Division III or above
 Opportunities:
 Wire switches and receptacles or an entire 4-way
circuit using a computerized wiring program.
 Wire (hands-on) switches and receptacles, both two
and three-way.
 Design and build a magnetic powered flashlight.
 Learn how to use the various meters to measure
electrical current, voltage and resistance.
 Build an electronic "Decision Maker.“
 Robotics track offered.
4-H Round-Up
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Monday, June 21-Wednesday, June 23,
Purdue University, grades 7-9 completed
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Live in a Purdue Residence Hall, meet
youth from across Indiana, and attend
career exploration sessions.
State 4-H Band
June 19th-21st, 2010 at Purdue University
Performance at 4-H Round-Up
Written application includes a
recommendation by band director and/or
instrument instructor.
 4-H Band is for youth who are in grades
9-12.
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State 4-H Chorus
June 19th- 23rd, 2010 at Purdue University
Performances at 4-H Round-Up and at the
Indiana State Fair
 Written application includes a
recommendation by a vocal and/or choral
instructor.
 4-H Chorus is for youth who are in grades
9-12.
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Citizenship Washington Focus
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June 26- July 3rd,Washington, D.C.
Must be at least 15 years old
Experience the nation’s capitol by taking
tours, visiting dignitaries and lawmakers,
and seeing some of our country’s most
beautiful sites.
State Fair Youth Leadership
Conference
 August
3rd-8th, 2010, Indiana State Fair
and Indiana School for the Deaf
 Youth who have completed Grades 9-12
 During the Conference:
Help with the Indiana State Fair
Debate mock legislation at Indiana State House
Prepare meal for State Fair Directors
Scavenger Hunts, Dance, etc…
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more information, visit:
www.four-h.purdue.edu/isfyl/
National 4-H Dairy Conference
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September 26th- September 30th, 2010
Held in Madison, WI for members 10th
grade and above
State Fair 4-H Exhibit Building
Workers
4-H members at least 15 years old by the
start of work
 End of July through the end of the Indiana
State Fair (full and part-time positions
available)
 Assist with 4-H Exhibit Building set-up,
check-in, judging, tear-down, and public
relations with fair-goers.
 Applications due April 1.
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Indiana 4-H Youth Congress
October 2th, 2010
For members in Grades 8-12
Indiana State Fairgrounds
Experience leadership and essential skills
training with 4-H members from across
Indiana.
 Keynote speakers
 Luncheon honoring 4-H Accomplishment
Scholarship winners
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National 4-H Congress
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November 26th– November 30th, 2010
Atlanta, Georgia
Students in Grades 9-12
Selection via state application process due
January 15.
State Fair Achievement Trip
 October
27th- October 31st, 2010,
Washington, D.C.
 Award trip sponsored by Indiana State Fair
Board
 Delegates are winners from…
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Public Speaking/Demonstration
Fashion Revue
Tractor Driving
Bicycle Rodeo
State 4-H/FFA Career Development Events
Rabbit and Poultry Illustrated Talks
Rabbit Ambassadors
4-H SET (Science, Engineering, & Technology)
• Healthy Lifestyles
• Citizenship
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One Million New Scientists. One Million New
Ideas.™
 Only 18 percent of US high school seniors are
proficient in science (NAEP 2005). 5% of current
US college graduates earn science, engineering, or
technology degrees compared to 66% in Japan and
59% in China.
 America faces a crisis in its ability to keep up with
increasing demand for professionals trained in these
fields.
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 4-H’s
response to this need
 4-H National Youth Science Day
 Biofuels Blast
 Soy Sensation
 Existing 4-H Project Manuals and Workshops
http://4-h.org/programs_mission_mandates/set.html
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4-H Foods Project Manual SET Examples
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4-H is committed to the physical, mental and
emotional health of our nation's youth so they may
lead healthy and productive lives into adulthood.
 By 2014, 4-H will expand participation to 2.75M
youth involved in healthy living opportunities.
 Healthy Living includes eating habits, physical
fitness, capacity to recognize and direct emotions,
and development of positive social interactions and
relationships.
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http://4-h.org/programs_mission_mandates/healthyliving.html
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Citizenship
4-H places an emphasis on the importance of young
people being engaged, well-informed citizens.
 By connecting to their communities and leaders,
youth understand their role in civic affairs and are
able to expand their role in decision-making
processes.
 Civic engagement provides the foundation that
helps youth understand the big picture of life and
learn the skill sets that will allow them to become
wise leaders for the 21st century.
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http://4-h.org/programs_mission_mandates/citizenship.html
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Discuss core beliefs of
recognition.
Recognizing 4-H Member
Accomplishments
Important part of 4-H experience for
youth and adults.
 Can take on many forms.
 Based on a number of beliefs…
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Core Recognition Beliefs
Recognition is a basic human need.
Recognition should be designed to build
self-esteem.
 Balance intrinsic and extrinsic recognition.
 All members need recognition of their
efforts.
 Recognition is more meaningful if given
soon after it is earned.
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Core Recognition Beliefs
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Appropriate recognition depends on…
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Stage of development
Past experiences
Family lifestyle
Community and cultural heritage
Provide opportunities for self-assessment
and reflection
 Members should be able to exercise
individual choices in learning and
participation and be recognized
accordingly.
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Describe the National 4-H
Recognition Model.
National 4-H Recognition Model
Acknowledges positive learning behaviors
in young people.
 Based on youth’s involvement,
participation, and/or efforts.
 Identifies recognition for individuals and
groups.
 Designed to meet needs, interests, and
aspirations of youth from different
backgrounds.
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http://www.national4-hheadquarters.gov/library/4h_recmo.pdf
5 approaches to recognition…
1. Participation in educational
experiences
a. Simple, well-publicized requirements
b. Appropriate for 4-H members’ abilities
c. Need not be expensive, but valued by
member
5 approaches to recognition…
2. Progress toward self-set goals
a. Realistic and reachable
b. Developed by member with adult guidance
c. Evaluation measured against goals
3. Achieving standards of excellence
a. Clearly defined standards established by
experts
b. Measures quality against rating categories
5 approaches to recognition…
4. Excelling in peer competition
a. Needs rules and procedures
b. High risk, but may be strong motivator
c. Not for children under 9
5. Excellence in cooperation
a. Mutually agreed upon group goals;
encourages working together
b. Recognizes all members of a group
Tips for Award Selection
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Select awards appropriate for the age
of your members and valued by them.
 e.g., ribbons or buttons for 9- to 11-year-olds;
cash, t-shirts for older members
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Select awards related to the learning
experience
 e.g., water crocks, grooming tools, tack
equipment at animal workshops
Tips for Award Selection
Correctly use the 4-H name and
emblem.
 Avoid using the same award repeatedly
for the same program or different
programs.
 Media recognition (press releases,
photographs, etc.) enhances awards.
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Identify steps to prepare
judges for the judging process.
Project Judging
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Provides feedback
Reinforces efforts
Encourages learning
Most effective in one-on-one setting –
Open/Conference/Interview Judging
Conference Judging
Judge and exhibitor discuss the project
together (WITHOUT the parent’s help!)
 Focus on the learning experiences of the
member
 Judge must be able to interact well with
youth and be familiar with project
 Judge should consider age of member,
skill level, special circumstances, and
opportunities for future growth
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Judges’ Preparation
Insure adequate preparation of the judges
Share standards and requirements of
projects
 Review judging guidelines specific to
project and/or county
 Provide copy of “Judging 4-H Projects”
(4-H-567-W);
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http://www.ces.purdue.edu/extmedia/4H/4-H-567-W.pdf
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Provide copy of “Philosophy of 4-H
Judging”
Judges’ Preparation
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Define who the judge should ask
clarifying questions of during the judging
Emphasize the importance of following
printed guidelines
Avoid emphasizing personal preferences
Encourage judge to be tactful,
courteous, and to maintain a positive
attitude and sense of humor
Share the importance of consistent
judging among projects
Judges’ Preparation
Ask the judge to give the exhibitor the
benefit of the doubt
 Encourage the judge to provide many
written and verbal constructive
comments (both positive and ways to
improve)
 Provide copy of “101 Ways to Praise a
Child”
 Ask the judge to share suggested
improvements in the judging
procedures with the person in charge
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Sample Questions for
Conference Judging
What new things did you learn?
Have you taken this project before?
What were your goals for this project?
What do you like best about your exhibit?
What would you like to change about your
exhibit?
 What steps did you take to complete your
project?
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Sample Questions for
Conference Judging
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What were some of the difficulties you had
completing your project?
Were you able to get help with your
project? How?
Approximately how many hours did you
spend on your project?
How much did it cost to complete your
project?
What would you like to do in this project
in the future?
Resources
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Darlene Baker, Arkansas State 4-H Program Leader, “The
National 4-H Recognition Model Volunteer Leaders’ Series,”
http://www.uaex.edu/Other_Areas/publications/PDF/4HCL1
.pdf
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Oregon State 4-H Web site, “About 4-H Recognition,”
http://oregon.4h.oregonstate.edu/about-4h-recognition
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USDA/Army Youth Development Project. 2003. “4-H 101,
The Basics of Starting 4-H Clubs.” http://www.national4hheadquarters.gov/library/4h_docs.htm
mckinles@purdue.edu
broady@purdue.edu
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“Working with 4-H Parents”
Thursday, February 18, 2010,
10:00 a.m.- 12 noon, Adobe Connect
Thank you for your
participation!
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