AUGUST 2004
Dear 4-H Club Leaders and 4-H Families:
Enclosed is the 2004 Award and Recognition Packet. Look through this packet carefully, revisions have been made. However, a consistent format is maintained so that more 4-H’ers are encouraged to complete applications.
The deadline for submitting ALL award applications is FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2004 at 4:30 p.m. Applications WILL NOT be accepted after the deadline date.
Record keeping should be an ongoing process thus most of the task is already completed. Please resist the urge to set this packet aside. Tackle the job as soon as this packet arrives!
This mailing is being sent one per family. It includes two award application forms and two project information records. If more forms are needed they may be obtained from the 4-H office. Please call to have them mailed or stop in to pick up your extra copies. Included in this mailing are the following:
- Lewis County 4-H Guide to Awards & Recognition 2004 (blue)
- Lewis County Award Check List (white)
- Project Award Application (yellow)
- Award Application for Kohler & Sr. Achievement Horse Awards (lime green)
- Award Trip Application (lavender)
- I Dare Your Award Application (tan)
- Generic Project Record (pink)
There are record sheets available for the majority of 4-H projects and these are in stock at the 4-H office. In a project area where a record is not available (i.e. Cavy), we suggest using the generic form (sample enclosed) or create your own! Be sure it tells your project story. Please don’t hesitate to call the 4-H office for assistance if questions arise while completing the applications.
Watch for news about the 2004 Lewis County 4-H Recognition Event to be held on October 2nd at the Oswegatchie Educational Center.
In the 4-H Spirit,
Suzanne L. Schwarting, Dawn Miller,
Kari Hunyadi
Extension Team Coordinator,
Extension Educator, Extension Educator
4-H Youth Development Programs
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Enclosures
Lewis County 4-H Family Guide to
2003– 2004 Project Year
The 2004 Achievement Event, traditionally held in the fall is scheduled for October 2, 2004. It is at this event that nationally and locally sponsored medals; trophies and awards (trips, $) are given out.
The following forms must be completed and are used as the basis for selection.
- Lewis County Award Check List (white)
- Project Award Application (yellow)
- County Honor Award Trip Form (lavender)
- The I Dare You Award Form (tan)
- Application for the Kohler & Bush Memorial Horse Awards (lime green)
These forms can be completed by any regularly enrolled 4-H member in Lewis County and must be submitted to the 4-H Office by FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17th AT 4:30 P.M. A 4-H’er may receive a project medal more than once. Cloverbuds are not eligible for medals.
Applications WILL NOT be accepted
after the deadline!
You may ask, “Why do I have to fill out records & forms?”
Benefits of completing 4-H reports include:
1. Valuable experience in completing reports which aids in completing college or job applications.
2. Helps 4-H members assess the value of 4-H experiences in their own development.
3. Provides opportunity to practice writing skills.
4. Helps develop skills in organization, self-analysis, correlating individual activities into the whole 4-H program.
5. Many awards are available including pins, savings bonds, scholarships and expense paid trips.
“How are the awards selected?”
In making award selections the committee takes many things into consideration. Overall, they are looking for 4-H’ers who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their project areas. In polling past record reviewers here is what they’ve looked for:
1. How in-depth did the 4-H’er pursue the project?
2. Did the 4-H’er give a presentation either at the club or county level?
3. Does the 4-H’er extend itself beyond the club? (e.g. jr. superintendent at fair, room host at demo’s, community service, jr. project leader)
4. Is there participation in countywide events or activities?
5. Is the report form completed by the 4-H’er? Is it neat, grammatically correct and well prepared with the developmental stage of the youngster in mind?
COUNTY AWARD APPLICATION HELP SHEET
(All awards are for current year’s work only, EXCEPT trip forms)
1. Apply for any and all trips and awards you are interested in or qualified for.
2. Apply for only one award per “Project Award Application”. Example: If you want to apply for rabbits, gardening and photography etc. you must check each area on the Award Check List (white) and complete a Project Award Application (yellow) for each area.
3. Be sure to check for spelling and grammar. Either type, word process, print or write your application in ink Neatness Counts!
4. Be concise but descriptive in completing records and forms.
5. If you have questions feel free to call the 4-H staff.
AVAILABLE RECOGNITION 2003 – 2004
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At the end of the 4-H year each member receives an achievement certificate and/or seal and pin for the number of years they have been a 4-H member. Pins accompany first year certificates. These are presented to each
4-H’er at the Annual Achievement Day event, based on completions submitted by the club’s organizational leader. Cloverbuds receive Cloverbud certificates and pins each year of their enrollment.
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An Honor Award Trip form (lavender) must be submitted to be considered for these 3 opportunities. Include your participation during your entire 4-H tenure.
Note: Winners may be asked to confirm participation with a deposit refundable with attendance.
CAPITAL DAYS (March 2005) (2 days)
Two 4-H’ers are selected to represent the county to visit the state capital in Albany, legislatures and other points of interest. Most counties in the state participate in this program. 4-H’ers must be entering eighth grade to apply for this trip.
WONDERS OF WASHINGTON AWARD TRIP (April 2005) (4 days)
This trip provides an opportunity to visit our nations capital and explore the federal government in action. Sight seeing trips to historical sights are the focus of the trip. This trip provides a chance for 4-H’ers to stay at the National 4-H Center located at Chevy Chase, Maryland. It also provides an opportunity to meet 4-H’ers from other parts of the state as well as other states. Two 4-H’ers are selected to represent Lewis County. 4-H’ers must be entering their sophomore year in high school to apply for this trip.
NEW YORK CITY HONOR AWARD TRIP (December 2004 (4 days)
This is an educational trip/tour to New York City. Tours are focused around career exploration and/or relate to a variety of 4-H project areas. Several other counties in N.Y.S. participate. 4-H’ers must be entering their sophomore year in high school to apply for this trip.
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OLDER TEENS are encouraged to apply.
è Up to two tenured 4-H’ers can be recognized annually ç
This national leadership award has been designed to recognize youth who have demonstrated qualities of leadership, excellence in character, and who have potential for effective future leadership. The award is to encourage young people to lead creative, purposeful lives by developing their own talents and capacities to the utmost. 4-H’ers must be in high school to be considered for this award.
Sponsored by: Lewis County 4-H & The American Youth Foundation
To apply write a concise essay on your involvement in 4-H. Include your participation during your entire 4-H tenure. Include your name, club, # of years in 4-H, project information, offices held, awards won, county & state fair involvement, bowls, clothing revues, public presentations and any other information pertinent to the award.
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The following five awards DO NOT require an application: Lisa Porter Spirit Award, Most Improved Dairy Member, Honor Secretary, News Reporter and Club Competition. These awards will be presented to qualified 4-H’ers.
LISA PORTER SPIRIT AWARD
Objective: To recognize dedication to the 4-H dairy program. Actively participate in programs, helping others, though the individual may not excel for honors in activities.
MOST IMPROVED DAIRY MEMBER
Objective: To recognize a 4-H member who has enhanced their skills through continued participation in 4-H Dairy activities.
HONOR SECRETARY
Pins are awarded to club secretaries who file 10 of 12 monthly reports to 4-H Office by 10th of following month. Record of this is kept by County 4-H Program Secretary (Joanne Salmon).
NEWS REPORTER AWARD
Based on evaluation of club news reporters scrapbook. Scrapbooks must be submitted to 4-H office by September 17, 2004 - 4:30 p.m. (same deadline as County Award form). Award based on neatness, number and depth of articles. Awards for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd are listed respectively - pin plus $5, $5, $3.
CLUB COMPETITION
Clubs are divided by number of members (15 and over, under 15). Points are collected based on recorded activities etc. Compiled from monthly secretary’s report. Awards for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd are listed respectively - $30.00 for a Club Party, $20.00 for a Club Party and $15.00 for a Club Party. The County 4-H Program Secretary is responsible for final tally.
COUNTY AWARD AREAS, OBJECTIVES & OTHER RECOGNITION
4-H’ers must complete one LEWIS COUNTY CHECK LIST (white) & a PROJECT AWARD APPLICATION (yellow) for each award applying for. A separate concise essay must be included with each application for ACHIEVEMENT, CITIZENSHIP AND/OR LEADERSHIP. The essay should highlight the current year’s project work and relate it to the award being applied for. If applying in one or more of the above-mentioned categories the essays should be unique to the category. To be considered for a project pin, a
4-H’er must show growth in that particular project area.
ACHIEVEMENT
OBJECTIVES:
(include essay)
è Overall high accomplishment in the 4-H program. Development of leadership,
broad knowledge of a variety of 4-H projects and personal development. Include
essay as noted. Include achievement both in and out of 4-H.
AEROSPACE & ASTRONOMY
OBJECTIVES:
è Acquire knowledge of telescope operating procedures. Learn constellations
and develop awareness of the solar system.
AGRICULTURE
OBJECTIVES:
è Emphasis in a variety of agricultural projects and topics. Experiences
on up-to-date methods and improved practices.
BEEF
OBJECTIVES:
è Production and management of beef breeding, feeding and marketing.
Learn basic principals by owning and/or caring for and keeping records on one
or more head of livestock.
CAVY
OBJECTIVES:
è Acquire skills in the raising of cavy through ownership and care.
CITIZENSHIP
OBJECTIVES:
(include essay)
è Citizenship is the relationship between you and others. It is demonstrated
by community service projects, leadership for activities and offices held. Learning
about the role as an involved member of one’s community, state, nation
and world. Citizenship activities in the home, club, community and county. Include
essay as noted.
CLOTHING & TEXTILES
OBJECTIVES:
è Develop skills in planning, coordinating, purchasing and caring for
a wardrobe. Clothing construction is emphasized.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
OBJECTIVES: è Develop skills to confidently use a computer to design
professional looking printed materials, animated presentations and interactive
Web sites.
CONSUMER EDUCATION
OBJECTIVES:
è Learn and practice consumer decision-making skills. To develop competent
consumers. Wise price and quality comparisons of many purchases may relate to
other project areas.
CREATIVE ARTS
OBJECTIVES:
è The broad range of project areas that involve completion of at least
6 art/craft projects. Projects could be in skill areas such as macramé,
ceramics, counted cross stitch, quilting, stenciling, carving, batik, other
fabric arts and manipulation of plastic & tactile materials.
DAIRY
OBJECTIVES:
è Looking at dairy animal selection, feeding, marketing, production,
rearing heifers, and/or breeding. Participation in judging, showmanship and
other countywide events and clinics.
DOG
OBJECTIVES:
è Responsibility for the care and training of a dog, including health,
grooming, feeding and obedience training. Guide dog participants are also eligible
for this.
ELECTRICITY
OBJECTIVES:
è Develop an understanding of the electrical principles used in home
wiring, motors, and small appliances. Learn about and make simple home electrical
repair. Demonstrate safe electrical practices.
ENTOMOLOGY & BEES
OBJECTIVES:
è The study of insects through identification, observation and collection.
ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP/CONSERVATION
OBJECTIVES:
è Includes issues relating to our air, waste disposal, water, soil, forests,
fish and wildlife. Issues on pollution, hunting reserves, litter, wildlife habitat
improvement and beautification are a part of this area.
FASHION REVUE
OBJECTIVES:
è Emphasis on self-expression through modeling and accessorizing outfits
that have either been constructed by the 4-H member or been approved as a purchased
clothing consumer education project. Consumer buying habits and personal hygiene
are also criteria.
FOOD NUTRITION
OBJECTIVES:
è Appreciation of the importance of selecting foods for a balanced diet
and skills in planning, preparing, purchasing and/or serving attractive, nutritious
meals and snacks.
FORESTRY
OBJECTIVES:
è Developing an appreciation for forests and woodlands through tree planting,
proper forest care and clean harvesting. Also tree identification, forest protection
and career exploration.
GARDENING AND HORTICULTURE
OBJECTIVES:
è Home garden production of flowers and vegetables and practice of up-to-date
techniques. Also harvest may be marketed. Indoor gardening is included here.
GOAT
OBJECTIVES:
è The production and management of goat projects. Participation in county
events.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE/FITNESS
OBJECTIVES:
è Practice personal habits related to fitness, nutrition and health.
Develop awareness, knowledge and lifestyle practices, which develop healthy
bodies and minds. Maintain and enjoy good health and find ways to improve health
of families and communities. May concentrate on first aid skills, planning nutritious
diets, and learning and sharing knowledge about physical well being.
HOME ENVIRONMENT
OBJECTIVES:
è Acquire skills in planning, coordinating, purchasing/constructing and
caring for home furnishings. Decision making and quality comparison skills are
emphasized.
HORSE
OBJECTIVES:
è Horse care and showmanship skills. Developing knowledge about horse
physiology, veterinary needs, equipment, show management, etc. Participation
in county clinics, events and programs.
LEADERSHIP
OBJECTIVES:
(include essay)
è Develop of leadership skills and gain self-confidence through teen
leadership, public speaking, etc. Strengthen local 4-H units by becoming involved
in leadership responsibilities and encouraging other youth to do so. Leadership
can be provided at the club, county and state levels. Include essay as noted.
PETS
OBJECTIVES: è Acquire skills in raising and managing one or more different
pet specie (e.g. llama, cat, fish, ferret). Develop knowledge about health,
housing, nutrition, etc.
PHOTOGRAPHY
OBJECTIVES:
è Photography project skills in taking and/or developing pictures. Development
of creative and artistic abilities.
POULTRY
OBJECTIVES:
è Incubation, brooding, rearing, egg grading and/or meat production and
other management aspects of poultry husbandry.
PUBLIC SPEAKING
OBJECTIVES:
è Developing skills and confidence in speaking out, through the Public
Presentation program, radio and TV appearances, being an emcee, room host or
speaking in school, church, etc. Demonstrate the organization of materials to
be presented in a speech.
RABBIT
OBJECTIVES:
è Production and management of rabbit projects. Participation in countywide
events.
SAFETY
OBJECTIVES:
è Safety for the youth, for the family, for the club and the community.
Activities and learning can concentrate on a variety of 4-H projects areas:
fire, bicycle, food, automotive, mechanical, etc.
SHEEP
OBJECTIVES:
è Production and management of sheep breeding, feeding and marketing.
Participation in countywide events.
SHOOTING SPORTS
OBJECTIVES:
è Acquire knowledge of gun parts, safe loading and unloading procedures,
proper shooting positions, and overall safe handling of firearms. Recognize
and correct unsafe gun handling and shooting procedures in oneself and others.
SWINE
OBJECTIVES:
è Production and management of swine management, feeding and marketing.
Participation in countywide events.
TRACTOR, ENGINES & FIELD EQUIPMENT/AUTOMOTIVE
OBJECTIVES:
è Appreciation of safe driving, mechanical understanding, costs, careers
in these areas. Learn and observe farm safety in order to safely operate the
mentioned machines.
VETERINARY SCIENCE
OBJECTIVES:
è The study of live animals, physiology, reproduction and diseases. Completion
of and participation in animal science clinics.
WILDLIFE & FISHERIES
OBJECTIVES:
è Develop an appreciation of the need to manage wildlife and fisheries
habitats and populations to insure future maintenance and use.
WOOD SCIENCE
OBJECTIVES:
è Development of safe skills in handling hand and power tools, learning
to use wood and wood products, exploring career possibilities.
Lewis County Award Check List
Current Year’s Work Only
Due Friday, September 17, 2004
Name:
Age:
Club:
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Please check the area(s) in which you want to be considered for a County Award. A PROJECT AWARD APPLICATION (included in this packet) must be completed and attached for EACH area in which you apply. Refer to your project records to complete this form. If you are applying for Achievement, Citizenship and/or Leadership a concise essay, as described previously, must be included. A separate essay is required for each of the three (Achievement, Citizenship, Leadership) areas. Remember the essay must relate to the area of application.
Achievement*
Goat
Aerospace & Astronomy
Healthy Lifestyle/Fitness
Agricultural
Home Environment
Beef
Horse
Cavy
Leadership*
Citizenship*
Pets
Clothing & Textiles
Photography
Computer Technology
Poultry
Consumer Education
Public Speaking
Creative Arts
Rabbit
Dairy
Safety
Dog
Sheep
Electricity
Shooting Sports
Entomology & Bees
Swine
Env. Stewardship/Conservation
Tractor, Engines & Field Equip./Auto.
Fashion Revue
Veterinary Science
Food Nutrition
Wildlife & Fisheries
Forestry
Wood Science
Gardening & Horticulture
*Remember to attach an essay
- (must be a different essay for
each area, relating to the award applied for).
Project Award Application – 2004
Project Area Applying For:
Name:
Club:
Age (as of January 1 current year):
Years in project:
Meetings for this project: Number held:
Number attended:
Items made in this project:
List 3 or more goals for this project (what did you want to learn?):
1.
2.
3.
List 3 or more new skills learned from this project:
1.
2.
3.
I exhibited this project at the County Fair:
Yes
No
Recognition received:
I exhibited this project at the State Fair:
Yes
No
Recognition received:
I did a Public Presentation on this project:
Yes
No
I did a Public Presentation on another subject area:
Yes
No
Title of Presentation:
Recognition received:
Level of presentation (check all areas that apply):
Club
State Fair
County
Other (explain)
County Fair
I did Animal Knowledge Events (bowls, judging, etc.) LIST:
In a few words tell about your project and other 4-H involvement:
(Feel free to add more information on the reverse side. This form is intended
to assist you, not limit what you include.)
I Dare You Award Form
Due to 4-H Office by
Friday, September 17, 2004- 4:30 p.m.
All 4-H’ers interested in being considered for the I Dare
You Award are requested to complete this form annually.
Older teens are encouraged to apply.
Name:
Address:
Phone:
Age:
Date of Birth:
4-H Club:
Year in School:
Years as a Cloverbud:
Years in 4-H:
Write a concise essay on your involvement in 4-H during your entire 4-H tenure.
Include your name, club, # of years in 4-H, project information, offices held,
awards won, county & state fair involvement, bowls, clothing revues, public
presentations and any other information pertinent to the award.
LEADER STATEMENT
Member:
Award Applied For:
This separate page may be given to the 4-H club leader to briefly explain why the youth should be considered for the I Dare You Award. This page is to be sent to the 4-H office by the leader, detached from the application.
Leader’s Signature
Lewis County Honor Award Trip Form
Due to 4-H Office by Friday, September 17, 2004 - 4:30 p.m.
All 4-H’ers interested in being considered for Honor Award Trips are requested to complete this form annually.
Name:
Address:
Phone:
Age:
Date of Birth:
4-H Club:
Year in School:
Years as a Cloverbud:
Years in 4-H:
TRIP APPLYING FOR: (PLEASE CHECK ü)
1. Capital Day
2. Washington Citizenship
3. New York City’s Honor Award
Share in your own words how being in 4-H has influenced you as a person. Why are you applying for this award trip? Upon your return from the trip, how would you expand your involvement in 4-H? Include your participation during your entire 4-H tenure. Public presentations, county and state fair participation, judging and quiz bowls, clothing revues, leadership activities in & out of 4-H, trips you participated in, and other awards should be inserted.
LEADER STATEMENT
Member:
Award Applied For:
This separate page may be given to the 4-H club leader to briefly explain why the youth should be considered for the trip(s). This page is to be sent to the 4-H office by the leader, detached from the application.
Leader’s Signature
Lewis County The 4-H Project Record
Project:
Name:
Address:
Age (as of January 1):
Years in 4-H:
Years in Project:
Number of Project Meetings Attended:
My goals in this project (what did you want to learn?):
What I accomplished (what I learned, new skills developed):
At the County Fair I exhibited (recognition received):
I did a Public Presentation:
Yes
No
Title:
FINANCIAL SUMMARY (for appropriate projects)
1. Initial Cost (purchase price)
$
2. Expenses (cost of supplies)
$
3. Total cost & expenses
$
4. Income from project
$
5. Profit or Loss (line 4 minus line 3)
$
Date
Signature of Member
Member has completed this project
Signature of leader or parent
Application for Walt Kohler Memorial
& Senior Achievement Award Trophies
Lewis County 4-H
Due to the 4-H Office by Friday, September 17, 2004 - 4:30 pm
Name:
Age:
Years in Horse Project:
Club:
AWARDS AVAILABLE:
Walt Kohler Memorial Trophy – 13 years & under
4-H Senior Achievement Award Trophy – 14 years & over
All Members mark each activity participated in during the CURRENT 4-H YEAR
Additions and corrections may be made to previous year’s form if errors found.
HORSE KNOWLEDGE PARTICIPATION:
(must have attended ½ of all sessions)
HORSE BOWL:
County Team:
Regional:
State:
HIPPOLOGY:
County Team:
Regional:
State:
HORSE JUDGING:
Regional:
State:
County Fair:
Judging Clinic:
DEMONSTRATIONS:
Club:
County:
Room Hostess:
County Fair:
Regional:
State:
HELPED OR SHOWED AT:
Closed Show:
Intercounty:
State Fair:
County Fair:
CLEAN UP AT FAIRGROUNDS:
JUNIOR LEADER for 4-H Clubs:
COUNTY CLINICS: Number Attended:
LIST OF COUNTY CLINICS ATTENDED:
COMMUNITY SERVICE:
(examples: road clean up, door hangers, tree plantings, St. Jude’s)
FUND RAISING:
(examples: cookie sales, candy sales, car washes, can drives)
Member Signature:
Previous Year’s Total:
This Year’s Total:
Parent Signature:
New Total:
If you have questions please feel
free to ask for help.
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