Building on Your 4-H Knowledge

1. Building on Your 4-H Knowledge Linda Schultz 4-H Youth Development Specialist schultzl@nmsu.edu

2. E-Learning Course • Created by a collaborative effort of the thirteen western states • Four interactive, self-paced online training modules, complete with review: About 4-H Positive Youth Development Getting Started in 4-H Leadership and Teaching • For whom: potential volunteers; new, current and re-entering 4-H volunteers; others who want to learn more about 4-H.

3. E-Learning Course • Why online: available anytime, anywhere; timely information updates; easy to access and use; instant feedback; can return to review information. • Key benefits: ability to reach more learners; more consistent, quality instruction; self-paced interactive learning; increased knowledge retention; cost-effective way to train; reduces staff delivery time; ready to use.

4. E-Learning Course • Located on New Mexico 4-H web site • Click on “Adult Volunteer Leaders” tab on left of 4-H home page. • Complete online application to receive password.

12. Reviews & County Notification • Complete each module; score of module review is not viewed by anyone except the person completing the review. Certificate for each module can be printed after completion. • County Office is notified when modules have been completed. If county office needs volunteer contact information they can notify Linda Schultz.

14. Web Resources • http://nm4h.nmsu.edu • Home Page provides Timely Topics • Left side headings include: • 4-H Newsletters • Scholarships • Adult Volunteer Leaders • State Youth Leadership • Projects • Conferences & Events • 4-H Policies & Procedures • Forms & Publications

15. Adult Volunteer Leaders “tab” • E-Learning Modules • Adult Leader Publications • 4-H Adult Forum • WRLF • 4-H Leaders’ Association • Executive Board • 4-H Adult Forum Proceedings • Salute to Excellence Awards

17. Printed Resources • 4-H Projects & Literature Handbook* (200.B-3) • Curriculum Kits & AV Materials* (500.A-1) • New Mexico 4-H Club Leaders’ Handbook* (200.A-1) • Member and Leader Project materials * Also available from the website

19. Welcome to 4-H Adult Forum

20. State Trainings for Adults • Shooting Sports Leader Certification - February • Home Ec School – March • Dog School - June • Livestock Schools –June (even yrs) • Horse School - June (odd years) • 4-H Adult Forum - November

21. NM 4-H Adult ForumRegistration Scholarships • Sponsored by the New Mexico 4-H Youth Development Foundation • At the early bird registration rate • Must submit completed registration form with payment in addition to the scholarship application form (1 page) • Receive check from Foundation after attending the 4-H Adult Forum

22. State Leadership Opportunities • Apply to be a representative from your 4-H District (NE, SE, NW & SW) to the 4-H Leaders’ Association Executive Board (3 year terms) • Officer opportunities on the Executive Board • Serve on the 4-H Adult Forum planning committee – 1 year term

23. State & National 4-H Recognition for Adults • Salute to Excellence Awards • State & National levels: • 4-H Volunteer of the Year Award – less than 10 years of service • Outstanding Lifetime 4-H Volunteer Award – more than 10 years of service • Nomination letter, resume & 3 letters of recommendation are required to nominate a 4-H leader.

24. New Mexico 4-H Hall of Fame • Recognizes individuals who have had a significant impact upon the New Mexico 4-H Youth Development • Nomination is required and can be submitted by any person or group. • Current 4-H faculty and staff are not eligible for nomination.

25. Outstanding 4-H Agent Award • The Outstanding 4-H Agent Award is designed to reward Extension Agents for their exceptional efforts in communicating with 4-H clubs and groups, conducting county events, engaging volunteer 4-H leaders and providing educational opportunities for youth over their career. • To be eligible for nomination an agent must have served at least 3 years in a professional position with 4-H responsibilities.

26. Western Regional 4-H Leaders’ Forums (WRLF) • Hosted by a different state each year & involving leaders from throughout the 13 western states • Workshops, speakers, educational displays & activities, networking & fun • Upcoming Locations: • 2014 Montana (March 27-30) • 2015 Oregon • 2016 Alaska • 2017 Alberta, Canada

27. 2014 WRLF • Hosted in Billings, MT • March 27-30, 2014 • Theme: Past – Present – Possibilities • Workshops, National Speakers, Local Entertainment, Networking & More! • Registration: • Nov. 1 – Dec. 31, 2013 $255 • Jan. 1 – Feb. 15, 2014 $305 • Feb. 16 - Feb 28, 2014 $355

28. 4-H International Program Chaperone • Each summer adult chaperones travel with groups of 4-H youth to countries on the States’ 4-H International Exchange Program (S4-HIEP) • 2 week or 4 weeks in length • Serve as the Group Leader and support the exchange delegates while traveling abroad.

29. 4-H International Program Host Family • Open your home to an exchange delegate and open your lives to the world! • Through States’ 4-H International, families have an opportunity to experience Argentina or Finland in July/August by hosting an exchange delegate for four weeks. • Hosting an adult chaperone is option too!

30. Questions??? Thank you for volunteering your knowledge, skills and time with the New Mexico 4-H Youth Development Program – you DO make a positive difference!