Modoc County 4-H Youth Development Program July 2014 New Leader
Training
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Thank You for Volunteering Your Time! Each year, about 100
adult volunteers contribute hundreds of hours of their time to the
Modoc County 4-H Program. Without your support, the 4-H Program
would not be possible. Thank you so much for your interest,
dedication and support!
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4-H is a youth development program sponsored by the United
States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the University of
California at Davis (UC Davis), and Modoc County. It is the only
youth program to receive federal, state and county funding and
support. Welcome to the World of 4-H! Head Heart Hands Health
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Through 4-H, youth participate in innovative, fun programs
designed to develop valuable life-long skills.
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The 4-H Program is designed to develop each members Head,
Heart, Hands & Health. Some of the specific life-long skills
youth members develop are:
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The result is young adults that are: CompetentCompetent
ConfidentConfident ConnectedConnected CompassionateCompassionate Of
Good Character ProductiveProductive
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What skills can 4-H teach to help our youth become successful
adults? Project-specific content such as preparing a nutritious
meal or building a rocket; Life skills such as time management,
conflict resolution, leadership, teamwork, etc. Our youth are a
resource. All resources are more productive if they are properly
developed.
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As parents/guardians or adult leaders, we have an important job
to do. Our role is to assist our youth with their project(s), but
not to do the project(s) for them. learning by doing. 4-H is about
learning by doing.
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Experience hands-on activities. Share what happened with the
group. Process the steps needed to complete the activity. Identify
common experiences, themes and issues. How were issues overcome?
Generalize what was learned by answering the question so what?
Identify real life principles that arose by completing the
activity. Why is the skill we practiced important in daily life?
Apply what was learned to a similar or different situation.
ExperienceExperience ShareShare ProcessProcess GeneralizeGeneralize
ApplyApply As a Project or Community Club Leader, you will use an
experiential learning model that provides 4-H members with the
opportunity to
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So what does that really mean? Lets take a close look at the
following examples: EXAMPLE 1 At their 4-H cooking meeting, three
groups of 4-H members baked brownies from scratch. (Experience)
When the brownies were done, each group drank a glass of milk and
ate their brownies. (Experience)
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EXAMPLE 2 At their cooking meeting, three groups of 4-H members
baked, then tasted their brownies. (Experience) Next, the groups
discussed how their brownies tasted. Group 1 reported theirs were
really moist & chewy, while Groups 2 & 3 said theirs were
really dry. (Share) The leader asked: Why do you think that
happened? Group 1 said they baked their brownies at 350 for 20
minutes, while Groups 2 & 3 said they baked their brownies at
350 for about 30 minutes because they forgot to watch the time.
(Process) The leader then asked Groups 2 & 3: Do you think it
is important to watch the time when you are cooking? (Generalize)
The leader then expanded the discussion by asking: What about in
your daily life? Is it important to watch the time? (Apply)
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Experiential learning is completing a hands-on activity,
followed by a series of open-ended questions designed to connect
the learning to real life and increase retention. How will you
incorporate experiential learning into the projects you lead this
year? SUMMARY: Which of the above provides the BEST example of
experiential learning? Thats right Example 2!
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Belonging -- provide opportunities for youth to develop
positive relationships with adults and peers. Mastery -- recognize
youth for their achievement in appropriate ways. Independence --
allow youth to make decisions and to accept the responsibility for
their choices. Generosity -- encourage young people to help others.
As a 4-H leader, your responsibility is to foster youth development
by creating an environment that promotes:
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BELONGING Research shows todays youth benefit if they have a
sense of belonging. What are some things you can do to help 4-H
members feel welcome? Examples Greet members as they arrive. Learn
something about each member. Introduce new families to the group.
Have returning or older members mentor new or younger members. Have
experienced 4-H families mentor new 4-H families. Provide equal
opportunities for all members.
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MASTERY Research also shows todays youth need to be recognized
for their accomplishments. What are some ways you can recognize 4-H
member achievements? Examples Provide every member with an
opportunity to share in front of the group. Provide positive
feedback. Write club/project group newspaper or 4- H newsletter
articles recognizing achievements and include pictures. Focus on
what the members can do instead of what they can not.
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The 4-H program recognizes youth achievement in a number of
ways, such as Year Pins, Service Stripes, Project Pins, and Star
Ranks. As a 4-H Leader, one key responsibility is to assist and
encourage members to achieve this recognition.
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INDEPENDENCE A primary goal in 4-H is to help our youth become
successful and independent adults. What are some ways you can grant
4-H members their independence? Examples Include members in
decision making (meeting schedule, meeting topics, activities,
etc.) Allow the members to do their own work. Encourage parents to
allow members to do their own work.
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GENEROSITY Another important goal is to develop young adults
who care about other people and the world around us. What are some
things our youth can do that will promote generosity? Examples
Club, project, or individual community service activities. Club
Officers, Junior Teen Leadership, Junior Show Board. Please Note:
4-H members may only receive Community Service credit when that
opportunity has been announced and made available to all
members.
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Jointly set the years goals for learning and doing with your
group. Plan fun, innovative hands-on activities. Schedule and
conduct 6 hours of educational instruction related to your project.
Encourage members to do their own work. Encourage members to give
presentations (share their work with others). As a 4-H Leader, your
role is to:
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Encourage participation in county, regional or state events.
Help members complete the necessary entry forms. Help members
complete their Annual Project Report(s). Attend 4-H Leaders Council
meetings and help plan local/county events relating to your
project. Obtain project literature from the 4-H Office and
distribute it to project members. See the Project Leader Position
Description at: http://cemod oc.ucdavis. edu http://cemod
oc.ucdavis. edu http://cemod oc.ucdavis. edu for more information.
See the Project Leader Position Description at: http://cemod
oc.ucdavis. edu http://cemod oc.ucdavis. edu http://cemod
oc.ucdavis. edu for more information. Leader Roles
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G ETTING STARTED 4-H Project Leaders
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For your protection and the protection of youth members, 4-H
policy requires: Two adults must be present at all 4-H meetings and
activities: One must be a certified 4-H volunteer. The other can be
anyone over the age of 21. One adult may drive two or more 4-H
members. Avoid one-on-one interactions with 4-H members. 4-H
Supervision Policy
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You may not hold your first project meeting until you receive
your Volunteer Appointment Card. Volunteer Appointment Cards are
mailed after you successfully Submit a completed 4-H enrollment
form, including a Confidential Disclosure Statement and Medical
Release; Clear a DOI background check (fingerprinting); Complete
New Leader Orientation Training. Volunteer Appointment Cards are
mailed after you successfully Submit a completed 4-H enrollment
form, including a Confidential Disclosure Statement and Medical
Release; Clear a DOI background check (fingerprinting); Complete
New Leader Orientation Training. When can I hold my first project
meeting ?
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Every 4-H member and adult volunteer is covered by
Accident/Sickness insurance paid for with your enrollment fee. 4-H
automobile insurance is secondary to your personal insurance if you
meet the minimum requirements $50,000/$100,000/$50,000. Does 4-H
have insurance?
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Refer to the individual(s) Medical Release Form(s) and arrange
for appropriate first- aid and medical care. Call the 4-H Office as
soon as possible and work with the 4-H Program Representative to
complete an insurance claim and incident report. What do I do if
there is an accident or injury?
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What do I need to complete the fingerprinting requirement?
Complete 1 copy of the Livescan Request Form (call the 4-H Office
at 233-6400). Drivers License. Call to make an appointment at:
Modoc County Sheriffs Office at 233-4416. (Be aware this is the
only location that can provide this service for Modoc County 4-H).
(Note: the Modoc County Sheriffs Office has waived the cost for
live-scanning 4-H adult volunteers.) Fingerprinting (DOJ Background
Check)
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As volunteers, we will be more successful if we have a plan in
place to help 4-H members develop the skills they need to be
successful adults. 4-H has three tools to help you plan meetings
that yield results: 1.Project Calendar; 2.4-H Project Meeting Plan;
and 3.Member Enrollment Attendance Sheet. Electronic copies of
these and other forms that may be helpful are available at
http://cemodoc.ucdavis.edu http://cemodoc.ucdavis.edu Electronic
copies of these and other forms that may be helpful are available
at http://cemodoc.ucdavis.edu http://cemodoc.ucdavis.edu Preparing
for Project Meetings
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(contd): Effective communication is really important. Be sure
4-H members and their parents/guardians know what to expect. The
following can help foster effective communication: 1. Project
Calendar: use this form to document agreed upon meeting topics and
project goals and communicate meeting dates, times and locations to
all 4-H members and parents. 2. Meeting Plan: use this form to
plan, organize and conduct project meetings, make assignments,
identify needed supplies, communicate expectations, and incorporate
experiential learning principles. 3. Attendance Record: use this
form to document meeting attendance and verify members completion
of 6 hours of project- related instruction.
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Keep it fun! Incorporate group activity(s) to burn off some
energy before instruction begins. Incorporate time for a snack and
something to drink. Include time for sharing. Tips for Success
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Things you should know about Things you should know about
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California 4-H offers a variety of programs for youth of
different ages to learn, interact and participate with their peers.
Included is: Primary 4-H: youth ages 5-8 years old. limited
availability in Modoc County; participation only (no competition);
no large animals or shooting sports. Junior 4-H : youth ages 9-11.
Intermediate 4-H : youth in ages 12-13. Senior 4-H : youth ages
14-19. 4-H Members
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Educational activities about a specific topic. Led by a
certified 4-H Volunteer. Require 6 hours of project-related
educational instruction. Horse Project - members must wear ASTM/SEI
certified helmets while riding or driving. This is not optional
& members may not participate unless they are wearing their
helmet. (Parents/guardians are responsible for obtaining the proper
helmet for their child.) 4-H Projects
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4-H members are encouraged to complete a record book because it
helps them: Learn to keep a record of their accomplishments. See
how much they have learned in a certain time period. Learn about
expenses, income and profit. Take pride in what they have learned
to do. A completed record book also helps: Project leaders see what
challenges youth should assume during the coming year. Club leaders
know what awards the member has earned. 4-H Record Books
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Things you should know about Things you should know about For
more information, refer to the Modoc County 4-H Handbook for the
2014-2015 Program Year @ http://cemodoc.ucdavis.edu/4-H - Youth
Development Program/ http://cemodoc.ucdavis.edu/4-H - Youth
Development Program/
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Enrollment begins September 1 st Enrollment fees will stay the
same as 2013-2014 $12.00 per adult and $34.00 per youth Enrollment
fees are used to cover the costs for insurance, curriculum
development and program delivery Completed enrollment forms are due
to the 4-H Office on November 6th December 31 st will be the last
date for appointment of new adult volunteers. 4-H Enrollment
(2014-2015)
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Club Leader & Officer Training, Information & Materials
Recruitment and Enrollment Materials & Information New Leader
Orientation Training Project Activity Guides, Forms, & Other
Materials 4-H Record Book Training, Forms, & Other Materials
Resource Library 4-H Website Modoc County 4-H Handbook Modoc County
4-H Record Book Handbook Community Club Leader Handbook How to
Manage Your 4-H Clubs Finances Bi-monthly Newsletter Mule Tales
Questions, Concerns, Complaints, Variance Requests, Accident
Reporting How the 4-H Office Can Help
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Enroll in 4-H by November 6th. Attend 80% of Community Club
Meetings. Participate in 6 hours of project- specific instruction
led by a certified 4-H project leader. Submit a completed 4-H
Record Book by September 30 th. Required Content Title Page Table
of Contents Personal Development Report; My 4-H Story; Annual
Project Report(s); Collection of 4-H Work Prior Years Materials.
Minimum Requirements for Completion of 4-H Year To successfully
complete the 4-H year, a youth member must:
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Participation in Modoc 4-H Competitions To exhibit and sell a
market animal in the coming year at these competitions, a member
must : Be 9 years old by January 1 st. Enroll in 4-H by November
6th. Meet Fair or Show-specific livestock ownership requirements.
Submit a completed 4-H Record Book by September 30 th (primary
members 8 years of age must submit a Primary Member Personal
Development Report). Entry forms must be signed by the 4-H Project
Leader. This verifies the youth has completed the project.
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Obtain Annual Project Report (APR) forms for every member. Ask
members to update their APR at each project meeting. Collect and
file the APRs until the next meeting. Repeat for all project
meetings. Sign when 6 hours of instruction is completed. Return the
signed APR to the member at the end of the year. No job is complete
until the paperwork is done. How Project Leaders Can Help
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Host or attend a Record Book workshop. Schedule special
meetings for youth members to work on their record books. Share
Senior 4-H or other 4-H members record books as examples. How
Parents/Guardians and Community Club Leaders Can Help For more
information, see the Record Book information and materials at:
http://cemodoc.ucdavis.e du/4-H - Youth Development Program/Record
Books http://cemodoc.ucdavis.e du/4-H - Youth Development
Program/Record Books For more information, see the Record Book
information and materials at: http://cemodoc.ucdavis.e du/4-H -
Youth Development Program/Record Books http://cemodoc.ucdavis.e
du/4-H - Youth Development Program/Record Books
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Modoc County 4-H Events & Activities Milano 4-H Scholarship
Presentation Workshop Presentation Day Home Economics Day Record
Book Competition Science Saturday Natural Resources Management Day
Camp 4-H Events & Activities 4-H sponsors a wide range of
events and activities designed to help youth develop life-long
skills. Junior Livestock Show Modoc District Fair Intermountain
Fair Tulelake Butte Valley Fair
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Regional (Sectional) Events Presentation Day Why Conference
State 4-H Events Field Day Fashion Revue Presentation Day
California Focus Leadership Conference Record Book Competition
Shooting Match 4-H Events and Activities (contd): Refer to:
http://cemodoc.ucdavis.edu http://cemodoc.ucdavis.edu for
additional information. Refer to: http://cemodoc.ucdavis.edu
http://cemodoc.ucdavis.edu for additional information. National 4-H
Events 4-H Week Youth Science Day Washington Focus National
Convention
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S WITCHING GEARS Adult Volunteers
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Expectations As adults involved in the 4-H Program, we serve as
a role model for impressionable youth. One important responsibility
is to demonstrate the skills our youth will need to cope with the
challenges life can bring. Among these are how to: win or lose with
equal grace, work with others to positively and effectively resolve
problems or conflicts, be a strong team member committed to helping
the team be the best it can be, listen with respect, and offer
positive feedback and constructive suggestions.
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Problem Solving When faced with a problem or conflict, think
about the following: How you choose to handle a disappointment or
work through a problem or conflict is the lesson youth will learn.
Confronting another parent or adult in front of youth members or
their siblings is not okay. If you have a concern, ask the
individual to step outside the room or away from others before you
share your concern. Talk about your concern or problem not the
other person. It is important for our youth to understand how
important it is to preserve positive, effective working
relationships with others and that it is not okay to personally
attack someone.
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Problem Solving (Contd) Speak calmly, listen with respect and
remain positive. Understand that mistakes can happen. Make
constructive suggestions. Rather than telling someone: You got it
wrong!, choose to offer positive feedback and constructive
suggestions such as: Next time, maybe we could try or Have you
thought about? Look for win-win solutions whenever possible. While
there are times when solutions cannot be found, solutions can often
be found to many of lifes challenges. This is a lesson we want our
youth to learn. Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is
progress. Working together is success. -- Henry Ford
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As a first step, work with your project leader(s) or the
community club leader to address or resolve the concern. If the
concern cannot be resolved at the club level, please contact the
4-H Program Representative at 233-6400 to ask for help at the
county level. If the issue cannot be resolved at the county level,
you may contact the 4-H Program Advisor for assistance. Dr. Cynthia
Barnett, 4-H Program Advisor Cooperative Extension Shasta County
1851 Hartnell Ave., Redding, CA 96002-2217 (530) 224 - 4900 As a
first step, work with your project leader(s) or the community club
leader to address or resolve the concern. If the concern cannot be
resolved at the club level, please contact the 4-H Program
Representative at 233-6400 to ask for help at the county level. If
the issue cannot be resolved at the county level, you may contact
the 4-H Program Advisor for assistance. Dr. Cynthia Barnett, 4-H
Program Advisor Cooperative Extension Shasta County 1851 Hartnell
Ave., Redding, CA 96002-2217 (530) 224 - 4900 What Do I Do If Have
A Problem, Issue Or Concern?
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Complaint? Variance Request? VARIANCE REQUEST 4-H members may
request an exception from a specific Modoc County 4-H policy
requirement if they have a special circumstance. Contact the 4-H
Office & ask for a variance request form. Requests are
evaluated by the Modoc 4-H Leaders Council who may approve, approve
with modifications, or deny the request. Their decision is final.
VARIANCE REQUEST 4-H members may request an exception from a
specific Modoc County 4-H policy requirement if they have a special
circumstance. Contact the 4-H Office & ask for a variance
request form. Requests are evaluated by the Modoc 4-H Leaders
Council who may approve, approve with modifications, or deny the
request. Their decision is final. COMPLAINTS When a conflict cannot
be resolved at the club or county level, it may be taken to the
county director for additional review. Contact the 4-H Office for a
complaint form or write a letter which provides the relevant
information. COMPLAINTS When a conflict cannot be resolved at the
club or county level, it may be taken to the county director for
additional review. Contact the 4-H Office for a complaint form or
write a letter which provides the relevant information.
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Food for Thought Have fun, make new friends, make a difference
through 4-H! As a 4-H leader, you have the opportunity to help kids
learn, explore and thrive.
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QUESTIONS ? Call the 4-H Office at 233-6400.
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4-H Experiential Learning Website @
www.experientiallearning.ucdavis.edu. University of California
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Targeting Life Skills in 4-H (4H FS 101.9). 4-H 101. University of
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