MECKLENBURG COUNTY 4-H
NC Cooperative Extension: Mecklenburg County Center
4-H Staff: Racquel McNeil, Agent & Catherine Daniels, Program Assistant
WELCOME
Thanks for coming!
We're glad you are here...
ICEBREAKER
Popping the Question
WHO WE ARE
WHAT COOPERATIVE
EXTENSION CAN PROVIDE
YOU…
WHAT IS 4-H?
• The 4-H movement supports young people from elementary school through
high school with programs designed to shape future leaders and innovators.
Fueled by research-driven programming, 4-H'ers engage in hands-on
learning activities in the areas of science, citizenship and healthy living.
• The caring support of adult volunteers and mentors inspires young people in
4-H to work collaboratively, take the lead on their own projects and set and
achieve goals with confidence. 4-H’ers chart their own course, explore
important issues and define their place in the world. 4-H’ers stand up for
themselves and their communities.
• These pivotal experiences build a foundation of leadership and skills for
success in their future careers.
THE HEART OF 4-H
• 4-H Mission
4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential, working
and learning in partnership with caring adults.
• 4-H Vision
A world in which youth and adults learn, grow and work
together as catalysts for positive change.
THE FOUR H’S???
WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN?
• The 4-Hs
Head, Heart, Hands, and Health are the four Hs in 4-H, and they are the four
values members work on through fun and engaging programs.
Head - Managing, Thinking
Heart - Relating, Caring
Hands - Giving, Working
Health - Being, Living
• The 4-H Pledge
I pledge my head to clearer thinking,
My heart to greater loyalty,
My hands to larger service,
and my health to better living,
for my club, my community, my country, and my world.
4-H HEALTHY LIVING
• Lean & Mean Rolls
• Chocolate-Granola Apple Wedges
• Ranch-Style Dip
Experiential Learning at it’s best…
You’re making your own refreshments tonight!
RECIPES & INGREDIENTS
Chocolate-Granola Apple Wedges
• 2 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
• 1/3 cup low-fat granola without raisins
• 1 large apple, cut into 16 wedges
1. Place chocolate in a medium microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave at HIGH 1 minute, stirring every 15 seconds, or
until chocolate melts.
2. Place granola in a shallow dish. Dip apple wedges, skin
side up, in chocolate; allow excess chocolate to drip back into
bowl. Dredge wedges in granola. Place wedges, chocolate
side up, on a large plate. Refrigerate 5 minutes or until set.
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Ranch-Style Dip
4 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons nonfat buttermilk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
½ teaspoon minced fresh garlic
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1. Combine cream cheese and buttermilk in a small bowl, stirring
with a whisk until blended. Stir in remaining ingredients.
Lean & Mean Rolls
• 1 stick low-fat string cheese
• 1 slice lean ham or turkey deli meat
• 1 teaspoon honey mustard
1. Squirt honey mustard in center of deli meat then place 1 stick of string cheese in the center and proceed to
tuck and roll. Seal the roll with a small dab of mustard or a toothpick.
SCENES FROM YOUR LOCAL 4-H
Enjoy scenes and information from some of our local 4-H
programs, partnerships, people, and projects…
See something of interest? 4-H volunteer involvement,
enrollment, and contact information to follow!
4-H SCHOOL ENRICHMENT
Design It! Series:
Rubberband
Powered Cars and
Balls & Tracks
Embryology: 4-H
Hatching Project
Soil Solutions
Environmental Education
4-H SUMMER PROGRAMS
Robotics Workshops
Mini Chefs/Healthy Lifestyles
Workshops: Cooking, Garden
to Table, & Getting Active
Residential Summer Camp
LEGO Engineering Workshops
Mini Society:
Entrepreneurship
Programs with
community partners
& organizations
4-H SPECIAL INTEREST
PROGRAMS
NYSD
Programming with local
recreation centers
Grant
Programs
4-H COUNTY, DISTRICT, & STATE
PROGRAMS
4-H Congress at NCSU
4-H Teen Retreats
4-H Presentations
4-H Competitions
4-H CURRICULUM &
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAININGS
4-H Curriculum Trainings
Program Planning &
Implementation/Logic
Model Trainings
Five or more members ages 5-18
Volunteer Led/Youth Run
Planned Programs
Meet throughout the year
Community service & citizenship projects
Volunteer leaders attend trainings
4-H CLUBS
Club Meeting Agenda
• Business Session
• Educational Program
• Recreation/Refreshments
▪ Working with officers
▪ Program planning
▪ Celebrations
4-H ENROLLMENT
Scan the QR code with
your smart phone to go
download the 4-H
enrollment form to join
now!! *You may also
contact your 4-H staff
for this form and
information about clubs
near you.
4-H Survives Solely on Volunteers
What 4-H volunteers can gain…
• Studies indicate that volunteers experience greater health benefits and, in some cases,
individuals can combat the onset of depression simply by volunteering. Other benefits
include increased social skills and an expanded social network.
• 4-H volunteers can make a positive difference in children's lives. This can trigger a
sense of commitment, pride and accomplishment, which leads to a more positive selfimage. The more positive your self-image, the more likely you are to set and accomplish
positive personal goals.
• As you help children develop communication and teamwork skills, you're also
strengthening them in yourself. Some volunteers may open new doors for employment
based on the skills they have learned and developed.
• Today, when families are busier than ever and time seems limited, having a positive
adult role model can truly influence children's path. Volunteering with 4-H allows these
positive impacts to occur.
VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
RESOURCES, OPPORTUNITIES, & UPDATES
Scan the QR code with your
smart phone to go directly
to our 4-H volunteer
webpage within our county
4-H website to learn more!!
Contact:
VOLUNTEER POINT OF CONTACT
Catherine Daniels, 4-H Program Assistant
catherine_daniels@ncsu.edu
Phone: 704-353-0740
Fax: 704-336-6876
As your local volunteer coordinator I provide the following:
• 4-H volunteer role descriptions which clearly outline duties, expectations, etc.
• 4-H volunteer training for the role/capacity in which you wish to serve
• Specific details of our local 4-H volunteer opportunities
• Continued 4-H volunteer support & updates
Racquel McNeil, 4-H Agent
Racquel_McNeil@ncsu.edu
704-336-4015
Catherine Daniels, 4-H Program Assistant
Catherine_Daniels@ncsu.edu
704-353-0740
CONTACT US
LEGO BINGO
ACTIVITY
THANK YOU
• We appreciate ALL of our volunteers! Without their help in 4-H,
great opportunities like these and so much more would not be
possible.
• It is our hope that a 4-H Advisory Council will only
further enhance our programming abilities, reach,
involvement, and advocacy.
Question of the Day….
• What do you see young people in your area doing these days?
• How do you think 4-H can help make these young people more productive as citizens?
Please divide into two groups
Discuss question 1 or 2
Jot down group responses on sheet provided
4-H Advisory Council Goals &
Expectations
• 4-H Program Advocacy & Marketing
• Review Current 4-H Program Efficiency, Influence, and Reach
• Suggest and/or Assist with New 4-H Program Ideas & Information
• Lead 4-H Fundraising and/or Program Sponsorship & Donation Efforts
• Overall the Advisory Council is not to be a governing body but rather a
supportive board to suggest, recommend, give advice/advise, assist, and
provide feedback as to what's working/not working, etc.
• Must keep open communication with 4-H staff
• Attend schedule Advisory Council Meetings regularly
EVALUATION