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1. Planting Goals, Harvesting Success

   County 4-H Club Manager Training Saturday, Aug 11, 2012
2. Meeting Agenda Responsibilities of the Club Managers & County Agent Participation Fees and 4-H Enrollment 4-H Enrollment, Re-charter and By Law Changes Taxes Fundraising Quality Counts Club Reporting Risk Management & Dispute Resolution Agent Programs Upcoming dates Misc 4-H County Scrapbook, 4-H Library, Items on CD and in your packets Depart
3. Welcome and Club Roll Call 4-H Horse Club Navarro 4-H and Clover Kids Club New Berlin 4-H and Clover Kids Club Seguin 4-H Club St. James 4-H Club SCUC 4-H CLub 4-H Shooting Sports Club Clemons 4-H Club Kingsbury 4-H and Clover Kids Club Marion 4-H Club McQueeney 4-H and Clover Kids Club Rockin U 4-H Club
4. Responsibilities of the Club Manager The Club Manager is the Adult Leader in charge of making sure the club runs smoothly They are assisted by the assistant managers, project leaders and committees The main responsibility of the Club Manager is to organize and coordinate the functions of a 4-H club It’s important that a commitment is made for at least one year
5. Possible duties of the Club Manager Some of the duties of the club manager include To assist 4-H members in registering on 4-H Connect for membership or events To serve as a liaison between the County Extension office and the 4-H club they serve To keep informed and up to date on changes in the 4-H Program by reading newsletters, the blog and the Facebook page, attend Adult Leaders & Parents Association meetings and attend any leader trainings To recruit project leaders and community resource people to help with club programs Keep club leaders, parents and members informed of ALL countywide activities, programs and events offered; It may not be pertinent to you but someone in the club could be interested
6. Possible duties of the Club Manager Assist members in setting their goals and selecting projects and activities to reach those goals However, the manager does not choose the goals Assist club officers in planning worthwhile club meetings by helping them with their agenda and parliamentary procedure However, the manager does not run the meeting or make any of the decisions, its up to the club members!!! The manager can make suggestions! Offer advice for the completion of the members project record. Fill out necessary reports on time and return to Extension Office This helps tell us what the club is doing along with the reporter Provide support and encouragement to project and activity leaders. Basically, you are there to guide the club, not to make decisions for it! You are like Obi Wan Kenobi!
7. More About Managing the Club Remember, the club belongs to the kids…we as adult leaders and agents can make suggestions, but it is up to the club members to vote and make the decisions The bylaws must be enforce at all times, this prevents disagreements and arguments and makes sure everything done is by the rules Be sure to have the treasurer and finance committee sit down before every meeting and create a Treasurers’ Report; it should contain: How much money was in account at 1st of month How money was spent What it was spent on If every check cleared for the month Final balance at the end of the month The finance committee should also oversee the writing of grants or the creation of the budget before the club votes on it
8. More About Managing the Club It is up to you as the manager to send out all information you see to the club! Doesn’t matter if you feel its not applicable to you or the club, it may matter to a member Be sure to encourage your council delegates to attend all council meetings, it is important for updates and for them to come back and report to the club Also, encourage all of your adult leaders to attend the ALPA Meetings, its where they will get their voice on things happening in the county If you don’t go, then you don’t have a voice in the county when it comes to making decisions for 4-H! Just because your not a delegate doesn’t mean you can’t go!
9. More About Managing the Club Communication!!! Communication between members, adults, club managers and committees is KEY in the smooth operation of a club. It cuts down on disagreements and leads to better teamwork Committees These are very important in the day to day business of the club They include financial, membership/welcoming, program, recreation, leadership, 4-H business, project & fundraiser committees Problem Solving If a problem arises in the club between members or adults, the club managers are usually the ones to take care of it. If it continues to grow or the manager feels like help is needed, contact the county 4-H agent for help
10. Duties of the County 4-H Agent To organize and direct the overall county 4-H youth program, focusing on issues affecting youth and family. Identify and analyze critical issues affecting youth and the family Develop and administer educational approaches to help youth and the family address and resolve the critical issues Recruit, train and support 4-H leaders to lead 4-H clubs, special-interest groups and school-enrichment groups. Organize 4-H units throughout the county so that all interested youth may be involved in 4-H educational programs. Obtain educational resources, materials and funds to conduct the 4-H program. To attend as many county events and meetings as possible, to be the face of Texas AgriLife Extension and help wherever needed…Basically, I live for 4-H!
11. The Participation Fee To raise a portion of the money needed, the state office has implemented the Participation Fee for 4-H This system is a way to offset the burden that has been placed on extension due to budget cuts Without these fees, extension would not be able to continue with its programming in the counties
12. The Participation Fee Continued The participation fee is for all 4-H age youth Adult leaders and Clover Kids/buds are exempt from paying the fee They are not 4-Hers The cost will be $20 per child from August 1 to October 31. After October 31, the fee will go up to $25 Ways to cope with the fee County Wide Fundraisers, sponsors, donations, Scholarship System, etc
13. 4-H Enrollment On August 15th , all profiles on 4-H Connect will go “inactive” in order to begin enrollment for the `12-`13 4-H year To enroll/re-enroll in 4-H: Go on 4-H Connect and update your profile Complete paper enrollment form and our office will update your profile If anyone forgets/misplaces their password, contact our office and we can reset it 4-Hers will not be enrolled until the participation fee is paid 4-H Club Managers and Adult Leaders can have access to their club/group’s enrollment on 4-H Connect You will be able to pay the participation fee by credit/debit card or by a e-check For the e-check, you will need a check number from a voided check and the routing number for your account
14. 4-H Enrollment Youth Protection Standards (adult volunteer screening process) will continue with volunteers being screened every 3 years Volunteers will also be able to enroll Go to 4-H Connect and update your profile Complete 4-H volunteer form and our office will update your profile Adult leaders do NOT have to pay the participation fee.
15. 4-H Club/Group Charters A little different from last year and due to county office by October 15th Must complete and attach all necessary forms Annual Review of Support Group Fund Standing Rules/by-laws Budget Inventory of group owned items Fundraiser Sheet Documentation on 990N filing
16. Federal Tax Exemption, Filing Taxes and Texas 4-H INC.
17. Fundraisers Fundraisers are a great way to raise money for your club, to reduce the cost of the participation fee for the members or other club business Currently, clubs are allowed two (2) fundraisers per year. More than that are allowed but you will then need to report the proceeds to the IRS when doing taxes It is highly advisable to stick to 2 per year and find other ways to raise money, like grants and sponsorships
18. Quality Counts Quality County Verification will be required for ALL youth exhibiting livestock at major stock shows This includes San Antonio, Houston, Ft. Worth, Star of Texas, San Angelo, and more
19. Club Reports Your club reports let us know what your club is up to every month! This information is used in the county newsletter, Facebook and reports to the district It is VERY important that your club turns in your reports on time (15thof the month) so we can get it ready for the newsletter Without the reports, I do not know what the clubs are doing if they are entering contests, going to be in the paper, sending kids to something special
20. Club Reports It is the job of the club reporter to turn in the sign in sheet and report for the club If for whatever reason the reporter does not turn in the report on time, I need you as the club manager to get everything turned If you don’t tell me what you are doing, I can’t know what is going on This year, there is an Online Form! There is the monthly report form and sign in sheet and a copy of the club manager report form as well in your packet. They should be filled out every month and turned in
21. Risk Management The act of planning for the possibility that some future event will cause harm Provides strategies, techniques, and an approach to recognizing and confronting any threat Risk Management Process 1 – Look for risks to people, property, etc. 2 – Evaluate the risks to determine which ones need to be addressed and which ones can be tolerated 3 – Decide how to manage the risks Lighting the way for 4-H! Source: http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/adults/mgtguide/riskmgt.html
22. Steps For Risk Management Make meetings welcoming to everyone Ensure that only screened and cleared volunteers are working directly with youth Both members and leaders agree to “codes” of behavior and conduct during enrollment process Failure to adhere to these codes by adult or child WILL result in a consequence as laid out in the code of conduct Your club can buy insurance for a particular event or for each member for a year from American Income Life Insurance This is a good idea with events that can be dangerous It comes out to around $1 per child per year and the benefits can greatly outweigh the cost of it is needed Lighting the way for 4-H!
23. Risk Management Texas AgriLife Extension Service is dedicated to providing information and resources to all citizens of the state of Texas regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, religion, disability or national origin Be aware and abide by ADA (Americans with Disabilities) Act Consider locations of activities and accessibility Lighting the way for 4-H!
24. Risk Management Weapons No firearms, handguns, mace, pocket knives, tasers or any other weapons will be allowed at ANY 4-H event. Firearms WILL be allowed at some events for shooting sports If there are any questions, just ask! Issues If you find there is a problem, issue or rule question that comes up, call me immeadiatly!
25. Dispute Resolution Once in a while, disagreements spring up between youth or adult leaders; While most work themselves out, some require extra steps to resolve Disagreements can lead to constructive criticism and better cooperation in the end; however, if handled improperly it can lead to arguments and fights When this occurs, it can spill over from kids to adults or adults to kids If you need a dispute to be resolved, contact the county office Lighting the way for 4-H!
26. Agent Programs "Quality Counts"- Jeff Hanselka or Travis Franke This program will discuss the importance of raising quality livestock projects; provide methods to raising quality livestock projects, and share resources that are available to them for project meetings. Quality Counts certification is required for 2011-2012 "Writing your 4-H Story- Matthew Miranda This program talks how to work on your recordbook & M.A.P. at the start of the 4-H year instead of waiting until the deadline! Covers the types of record books available, what you can consider a project and anything else you can think of related to record books! “4-H Food Challenge” – Invite your fellow 4-Hers to learn about "4-H Food Challenge“. Set up similar to the TV Show, Iron Chef, you and your team members can make a recipe, calculate the cost per serving, explore food safety challenges, and Learn nutrition Facts!! “That’s a 4-H Project?” - Matt Miranda Think only livestock and food can be 4-H projects? Think again!! Consider all the possibilities and learn about the basics of a 4-H project. "Raising Show Poultry" - Jeff Hanselka This program will cover what is involved in raising show broilers and turkeys, management tips, and resources available to them. “Show Pig Health Care and Management” - Travis Franke Travis will provide some instructions and tips that will help you with swine projects.
27. Agent Programs “What is Consumer Decision making????” – Test your club's knowledge on savvy shopping skills. What is the best product for you, How do you get the most for your money, Learn these skills and more in contest held at your Club meeting. “Texas 4-H Outdoor Challenge” - Matthew Miranda Learn about this contest that will bring out the “outdoorsmen” in all of us. Matt will provide an overview of the contest and let you know how you can get involved. We are looking to build our team for next year! “Livestock Project Update” - Travis Franke Livestock Project Update- Travis will discuss equipment available through the Extension Office, explain the project visit procedure and give an update on county and major show changes for this year. “Livestock Safety for Kids” – Jeff Hanselka The purpose of this program is to review basic livestock behavior, safety precautions, and provide injury prevention tips. Raising livestock projects is an excellent learning experience. To ensure that the learning experience is positive and safe, youth should learn how to behave around animals. “Parli/Pro Made Easy!” - Matthew Miranda To help meetings run efficiently, all groups–including 4-H--utilize parliamentary procedure. It doesn’t have to be complicated. Matt will help provide, through some hands-on activities, some quick tips to make you’re a “parli pro!” "Camps, Camps and More Camps"- Matthew Miranda There are tons of camps, leadership labs and trainings around the state at different times of the year that are great opportunities. Let Matt tell you about them and how YOU can get involved!!!
28. Upcoming Dates August 4-H Information Fair: August 29th D-10 4-H Conference: Aug. 25…sign up with the county office by 13 August. Remember, if you child is planning on running for district office next year, they SHOULD attend! Also, this will have some good volunteer trainings September Youth Show Gala: September 15th County Council/ALPA Meeting: Sept. 19th Desserts on Display Entries Due at the County Office: 28 September October National 4-H Week: Oct. 7-13 One Day 4-H: Oct. 13th Guadalupe County Fair: Oct.10-14th Seguin Ag Fairs: Oct. 29-31 Navarro/Marion Ag Fairs: Oct. 25 SCUC ISD Ag Fairs: November 8-9
29. 4-H Club Resource Packet and CD Includes Charter forms for 2012-2013 4-H Connect instructions Numerous other club resources Officer & parliamentary procedure guides Club Ed materials Program resources Installations & MORE! Please provide us feedback on what else YOU would like to be included

30. Any Questions??

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