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2011 4-H Trips, Conferences, and Awards

2011 4-H Trips, Conferences, and Awards. 2011 State 4-H Junior Leader Conference. June 14 th - 17 th , 2011 University of Indianapolis THEME: “Leadership is timeless: Get on Board!”. Jr. Leader Conference is for:. 4-H Junior Leaders who have completed 9th-12th Grade.

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2011 4-H Trips, Conferences, and Awards

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  1. 2011 4-H Trips, Conferences, and Awards

  2. 2011 State 4-H Junior Leader Conference June 14th- 17th, 2011 University of Indianapolis THEME: “Leadership is timeless: Get on Board!”

  3. Jr. Leader Conference is for: • 4-H Junior Leaders who have completed 9th-12th Grade. • Those who want to learn new leadership skills for themselves and others.

  4. Jr. Leader Conference is for: • Those willing to shareknowledgethey gain with those at home. • Those who want to meet new friends from around Indiana. • Those who want to have fun!!!

  5. How do I register? • Tell your County 4-H Youth Extension Educator that you are interested in attending. • Follow County guidelines for applying or signing up for a chance to attend. • State registration deadline is May 15. (County registration deadline will be earlier.)

  6. Where is Jr. Leader Conference held? • The conference will be held at the University of Indianapolis. • We’ll stay in a collegedorm; have sessions in college classrooms and in the auditorium; and eat in the student center cafeteria.

  7. When is Jr. Leader Conference? • Conference will begin at 12 noon on Tuesday, June 14. • Entertainment, enjoyment, and energy will be experienced by all for 4 days!!! • We’ll conclude before 12 noon on Friday, June 17.

  8. What happens at Jr. Leader Conference? • Some of the activities include… • Skill Sessions • State Park Group meetings • Keynote Speaker • General Sessions • Skit night • Recreation • Dance

  9. 2010 Skill Sessions included… • What Is…Recreation? • Show Me the Money • Car Safety and Car Mechanics • Are You Ready To Take the Stage • So You Think You Can Dance? • Whose Line Is It Anyway? • Mock Fear Factor • Team Building

  10. Who leads the conference? • Jr. Leader Conference is a team effort among… • The delegates, • Adult chaperones, &… • The State 4-H Junior Leader Council • 16 Jr. Leaders who attended last year’s conference and were elected by their peers to plan and conduct this year’s conference.

  11. For more information, visit: • State 4-H Junior Leader Conference Web site: • http://www.four-h.purdue.edu/sjlc

  12. Indiana State Fair Youth Leadership Conference August 2-6th, 2011 Indiana State Fair and School for the Deaf

  13. Conference details… • Available to all 9th- 12thGrade students • Exciting opportunities to learn about and experience leadership! • Have fun!!! • Get to know 4-H Youth from around the State!

  14. How to Register: • Registration information is available from your County Extension Office • Indiana State Fair Youth Leadership Conference Web site: • www.four-h.purdue.edu/isfyl/

  15. Where is this Conference? • Indiana State Fair Youth Leadership Conference is held at the Indiana State Fair and the Indiana School for the Deaf.

  16. When is ISFYLC? • The 2011 Conference will begin on Tuesday, August 2nd, and end on Saturday, August 6th

  17. What happens at ISFYLC? • Help with the Indiana State Fair • Debate mock legislation at Indiana State House • Prepare meal for State Fair Directors • Scavenger Hunts, Fair Board proposals, etc…

  18. Who leads this Conference? • Indiana State Fair Youth Leadership Conference Staff include… • Group Advisors • Delegate Coordinators • Extension Staff

  19. Purdue Science Workshops • June 8th-10th, 2011 at Purdue University • 4-H members in grades 9 to 12 • Options include: • Aerospace • Ambassador • Animal • Computer • Engineering • Entomology • Food & Nutrition • Plant • Mission to Mars

  20. Aerospace Workshop • Build model rockets and planes • Take a ride in a small airplane, • Learn about the principles of flight and career opportunities

  21. Ambassador Workshop • Learn to be a spokesperson for 4-H on the county level • Develop your skills in the areas of radio, public presentations, news writing, and marketing 4-H

  22. Animal Science Workshop • Species include… • aquaculture, • beef, • dairy, • goat (dairy and meat), • horse, • poultry, • sheep, • rabbit, • swine and • vet science – large animals • vet science – small animals

  23. Computer Workshop • Learn new and emerging trends in the computer science industry. • Tracks- • FLASH: Add action to your homepage. • 3-D Modeling: Turn flat, boring graphics into 3-D images that appear to jump off the screen.

  24. Engineering Science Workshop • Learn- • how robots operate, • what makes a good fuel for internal combustion engines, • how computers draw without pencils, • how to select the best vegetable/fruit variety for mechanical harvesting, and • how to surf the Internet. • The program will also introduce you to careers in various engineering fields.

  25. Entomology Science Workshop • Learn about insect structure and function, insect forensics, aquatic insects, and more! • Opportunities: • Learn about research that the Purdue Department of Entomology is working on • Interact with Purdue faculty and staff

  26. Food Science & Nutrition Workshop • Interested in foods, science and being part of an exciting and rapidly expanding industry? • You will have an opportunity to: • get acquainted with faculty members, university departments and the Purdue campus. • determine taste, smell, and texture of foods. • work in labs to process foods, make ice cream, and make alternative sweeteners. • share what you learned about food science and nutrition with other youth.

  27. Plant Science Workshop • You will learn: • Cutting edge aspects of plant science • A wide array of information on plant science • About individuals and departments at Purdue University • About careers in agriculture and educational opportunities at Purdue University

  28. Mission to Mars Workshop • Topic: the complex issues of traveling to and living on Mars • Hands-on activities, based on current NASA research • Students will learn about: • Plant growth, • ecosystems, • recycling, • food production, and • Mars habitats.

  29. Electric Workshop • June 17th-19th, 2011, 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".

  30. State 4-H Band • June 18th-20th, 2011 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 members who are in grades 9-12.

  31. State 4-H Chorus • June 18th- 22nd, 2011 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 members who are in grades 9-12.

  32. 4-H Youth Round-Up • June 20th- 22nd, 2011 at Purdue University • Youth who have completed grades 7-9 • Explore careers at Purdue University. • Live in a Purdue Residence Hall, meet youth from across Indiana, and attend leadership sessions.

  33. National 4-H Conference • April 2nd- April 7th, 2011 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; contact County Extension Office for details.

  34. Citizenship Washington Focus • July 2nd- July 9th,Washington D.C. • Must be at least 15 years old • Experience the nation’s capitol by taking tours, visiting dignitaries and law makers, and seeing some of our country’s most beautiful sites.

  35. National 4-H Dairy Conference • October 2nd-6th, 2011 • Held in Madison, WI for members 10th grade and above

  36. Indiana 4-H Youth & Adult Congress • Saturday, November 5th, 2011 • For members in Grades 8-12 • Indiana State Fairgrounds • Experience leadership and essential skills training with 4-H members from across Indiana. • Keynote speakers • Banquet honoring 4-H Accomplishment Scholarship winners

  37. State Fair Achievement Trip • September 28th- October 1st, 2011, Washington, D.C. • Award trip sponsored by Indiana State Fair Board • Delegates are winners from… • Public Speaking/Demonstration • Fashion Revue • Tractor Driving • Bicycle Rodeo • State 4-H/FFA Career Development Events • Rabbit and Poultry Illustrated Talks • Rabbit Ambassadors

  38. National 4-H Congress • November 25th– November 29th, 2011 • Atlanta, Georgia • Students in Grades 9-12 • Selection via state application process due January 15. Contact County Extension Office for details.

  39. 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, 2011 (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 available through County Extension office and are due April 1.

  40. 4-H Scholarships • Indiana 4-H Foundation - Grade 12 applicants; for any post secondary education • 4-H Accomplishment - Grade 10-12 applicants • State 4-H Club - Grade 12, based in part on financial need, students at Purdue in College of Agriculture or Consumer and Family Sciences • Applications due January 15; contact County Extension Office for more details

  41. 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 available from the County Extension Office. Forms due to State 4-H Office by June 15.

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