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Staff News & Notes - Week of February 8, 2010
Hi,
Thanks to all of you who were able to attend the 4-H Professionals’ Update this past Monday. Vicki Schwartz and I noted that 80 of the 88 counties were represented. That is excellent participation! I know it was a long day, but the enthusiasm and interest were maintained right up through 5:30 p.m. A special thanks to all the planners and presenters, and congratulations to the entire group of Peoples’ Choice Award Winners!
I heard from several of you that the sessions were all quite informative and worthwhile. That is good. There have been requests by some who were not able to attend for handouts and other materials that were shared. Those presenters, who are reading this, if you have not already shared your handouts, please send to Lisa Jinks. She will accumulate, and distribute later this month.
With the success of this session, and the success of our meeting last October, I think it wise to continue the same for the next go-around. We plan to have our next statewide 4-H Professional Update on November 3, 2010, and the first Monday in February in 2011 is February 7. Please place those dates on your calendar. If I can work it, I will fund the mileage to the November gathering (no promises yet), if you can support the travel to the February Update.
So, what are the primary advantages of these face-to-face sessions? Our Ohio 4-H Professional Community:
[1] Shares ideas and approaches to delivering quality 4-H Youth Development programming
[2] Hones individual teaching and presentation skills
[3] Commiserates with each other – it is good to know that we have common problems, and sometimes we can identify common solutions; if not, it just feels better when we know we are not alone
[4] Collaborates with Action Teams, EERA 4-H Professionals, Planning Committees, and individuals on a variety of 4-H programs, activities, and events
[5] Keeps Extension and 4-H Administration aware of common and county issues and challenges
[6] Hears a uniform message relative to the direction of Extension, response to questions, and how issues will be addressed
[7] Realizes just how productive and effective we are at what we do
[8] Becomes better acquainted with those more experienced among us, and meets those of us who are new
[9] Recognizes achievement and promotions of our finest
[10] Has fun
That is a great list of advantages.
Thanks for what you do.
Tom
4-H Space Adventure Camp
4-H Space Adventure Camp is planned for June 15 – 17, 2010, at Marietta College, Marietta, Ohio. The camp is designed for students who are currently in grades 5 – 7. They do not need to be current 4-H members in your county program. Participants will live on the Marietta College campus and explore the world of flight with the help of college faculty and trained 4-H camp counselors. It’s three fun-filled days of rockets, computer simulations, hot air balloons and more. The cost of $175 includes housing, meals, and all program materials. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. Space is limited to 36 campers and is designed as a one-time experience.
Materials that can be used to promote the camp to science teachers or to 4-H members have been posted on the Ohio 4-H “Events and Opportunities” webpage at http://www.ohio4h.org/youth/EventsandOpport/index.html. Included is a cover letter to teachers, press releases for media and newsletters, teacher recommendation form and financial nomination form, all in pdf format. You will receive a copy of each document in the February 8th county mail packets. Questions? Contact Amanda Forquer, forquer.13@cfaes.osu.edu, 614-292-6942, or Vicki Schwartz schwartz.4@cfaes.osu.edu.
Save The Date!
April 6, 2010
Camp Directors Training (CDT)
The training for all those who direct county 4-H camp programs is set for Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at the Ohio 4-H Center.
Under the new guidelines and Best Practices, all Extension employees who direct county 4-H camp must attend the Camp Directors Training (CDT) prior to the 2011 camping season. All Extension employees who have directed county 4-H camps for 5 or less years and all volunteers who will serve as camp directors must attend the must attend the CDT prior to the 2010 camping season.
A second training date will be set on a Saturday to accommodate volunteers and employees not able to attend the April 6th training. A short Zoomerang survey will be conducted to collect information on the number of counties who will have volunteers directing their county camps in 2010 and to determine how many will be attending the April 6th training.
Registration information will be available soon. Costs will be kept as minimal as possible.
MXC Registration Info
To register for the Making Extreme Counselor training scheduled for February 27-28 at 4-H Camp Ohio. To enter the registration information for each participant please go to: http://surveys.cfaes.ohio-state.edu/cfaes/index.php?sid=89865&lang=en
Checks for $40.00 each (thanks to the Ohio 4-H Foundation!) should be made out to 4-H Camp Ohio and mailed to 4-H Camp Ohio, 11461 Camp Ohio Rd., St. Louisville, OH 43071. The registration form for camp counselors to complete, promotional materials, etc can be found at: http://www.ohio4h.org/plt-camps/index.html
Registration deadline: February 17, 2010.
Webinar: 4-H Cloverbud Basics and Beyond
Interested in a refresher about the 4-H Cloverbud program or you have been hired not that long ago and want to know more about the 4-H Cloverbud program, then this webinar is for you. Topics will include: parameters, policy, volunteer resources, and new materials/ideas. It will be held on Tuesday, March 30th from 10:00 – 11:30 AM. You can participate right from your office. Let me know if you are interested and I will send you the WebEx information to connect on-line. I (Scott Scheer) can be reached at scheer.9@osu.edu to register or for any questions.
New Day New Date for 2011 OFM Junior Fair Conference
The 2011 State Junior Fair Conference is on SATURDAY, January 8th.
4-H Professionals mark your calendars and plan accordingly so your teen leaders can attend.
Plow Boy Prom
February 27, 2010
Please post this information in your newsletter and to your 4-H teens.
Starter Flock Give Away
U.S. Targhee Sheep Association is giving away a Starter Flock to a deserving youth at the National Show & Sale in Arlington, Wisconsin - July 15-17th. Applications are due in the USTSA office April 1st.
Blogging and Social Media Online In-services
Session 1 - Blogging – March 22nd @ 2:00 p.m.
Session 2 – Social Media – April 16th @ 9:30 p.m.
Are You an AmeriCorps VISTA Alum?
This year VISTA is celebrating its 45th anniversary. The Corporation for National & Community Service Ohio State Office is planning some exciting events and activities to remember 45 years of VISTA in our state.
Some highlights of the plans include:
* Kick-off event during AmeriCorps Week in May.
* 45 Service projects focused on the Feeding a Neighbor Initiative planned by alumni, current members and
community members taking place from May to 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance.
* A yearbook of VISTA alums in Ohio.
The CNCS Ohio Office in partnership with the Ohio Association for Second Harvest Foodbanks is working to find all the VISTA alumni in the state for our celebration.
Please take a few moments and respond to the questions below. Responses should be sent to OhioVISTA@cns.gov by March 12, 2010.
Name:
When did you serve:
Where are you located now (City):
What is your current occupation:
Would you be willing to help with the 45th anniversary events:
E-mail address or other contact information:
Also, if you are interested in reconnecting with other alumni visit the CNCS AmeriCorps VISTA Alumni Facebook group and the VISTA Alums in Ohio Facebook group!
2010 ATV Safety Grants
On behalf of 4-H National Headquarters and the collaboration between National 4-H Council and the ATV Safety Institute (ASI) we are pleased to announce the RFP for the 2010 ATV Safety grants. Complete information and the grant application can be found at http://grants.4-h.org, National 4-H Council’s online grants portal. Click on funding opportunities for the ATV Safety RiderCourse.
Applications must be submitted via the portal, and State Leader approval must be received no later than Friday, February 26, 2010, 11:59PM, ET.
A recommended conference call is setup for Monday, February 15, 2010 from 1-2pm ET; toll free at 1-866-910-4857, passcode 354274.
The 2010 4-H ATV Safety Grant offers:
Grant #1. STATE LEVEL ONLY: 4-H ATV Safety & ASI ATV RiderCourse Grants (open to State 4-H/Extension programs in TN and TX) – Two new foundation grants will be awarded at $12,000 at the state level. In addition, up to $9,750 ($65 per participant), to secure up 150 new ASI ATV RiderCourse participants.
Grant #2. STATE LEVEL ONLY: 4-H ATV Safety & ASI ATV RiderCourse Grants (open to State 4-H/Extension programs in AR, LA, MS, NE, and OH) – Award four to five ASI RiderCourse continuation grants to reach 150-400 participants at $9,750-$26,000 ($65 per participant).
If you have any questions, contact Sheila Chaconas at schaconas@fourhcouncil.edu, or 301-961-2858.
Auglaize County 4-H Leadership Banquet
Monday, March 1, 2010 - 7:00 p.m.
Auglaize County Fairgrounds
RSVP by February 15th - 419-738-2219
