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July 3, 2008
4-H Responds to Groundbreaking Report Offering a Solution to America's Need for Future Scientific Leaders
On June 18, 4-H held a launch event on Capitol Hill to officially announce that its university-based, out-of-school programming, which includes hands-on science, engineering, and technology curriculum, offers a solution to challenges posed in the National Academy of Sciences' report Rising Above the Gathering Storm (RAGS). The report calls for an ambitious national program to address the need for increased math and science education at all levels. Secretary of Agriculture Ed Schafer spoke on behalf of National 4-H Headquarters and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to members of Congress , national 4-H leadership, and supporting corporate and non-profit partners.
Posted in category SET at 1:08 PM
July 1, 2008
Continued Success for Clover Country CD
Clover Country has sold more than 32,000 copies in just its first six weeks of release. As you may know, that makes it one of the most successful specialty music projects ever--and would place it on the Billboard 200 chart if it were sold through traditional channels! At a time when normal CD distribution methods are struggling, our 4-H nationwide network is showing the music industry its incredible strength. The 4-H CD and the stories of our dedicated alumni have already been featured on national TV networks like CMT, RFD-TV, and GAC and in more than 50 print, online and radio media outlets.
You can help promote Clover Country too by adding the below graphic to your e-mails.
To find out how, visit 4-H Brand Network
Posted in category 4-H Promotion at 11:39 AM
Alabama Lead Singer Recounts 4-H Memories
Randy Owen, lead singer of Alabama, was interviewed by Claire Turner, a 4-H Network News reporter, at the 43rd Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on May 23.
In the video interview, Owen shared his thoughts on the impact of 4-H in his childhood and his strong commitment to community leadership and service.
Owen as a member of Alabama is one of 11 country music artists who generously supported Clover Country, the first CD produced by and sold as a fund-raiser by a youth development organization--4-H--that features the talents of its alumni.
To learn more about the cd and view the entire interview, visit clovercountrycd.com
Posted in category 4-H Alumni at 11:18 AM
4-H'ers Receive Congressional Gold Medals
By Danielle Tucker--The Congressional Award
On Thursday, June 19, 2008, 237 young Americans, 21 of them 4-H'ers, were recognized with The Congressional Award Gold Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon young people by the United States Congress.
The Gold Congressional Award Ceremony took place in Washington, DC in the Cannon House Office Building and was presided over by the Joint Leadership Commission of the U.S. Congress. Executive Director of the National Drug Court Institute, Mr. C. West Huddleston, III, and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, Ms. Judy Vredenburgh, served as keynote speakers at the event.
Signed into law in 1979, The Congressional Award is designed to promote initiative, achievement, and excellence among youth. The Award is non-competitive and open to all young people--regardless of physical, mental or socio-economic circumstances--between 14 and 23 who set and achieve goals in four areas: public service, personal development, physical fitness and expedition/exploration.
The Congressional Award Foundation partnered with National 4-H Council in 1999 to expand the opportunities for more 4-H'ers to benefit from Congress' Award to young people. 4-H'ers receiving the award in 2008 are: Mary-Lynn Piper, Bitburg Germany; Katherine McClellan, Lawrenceville, GA; Laura Webb, Berea, KY; Michelle Lopez-Gourley, Mathiston, MS; Laura Owen, Saltillo, MS; Iver Vandiver II and Brad Young, Corinth, MS; Jonathan Whitlock, Iuka, MS; Lynice Higgins, Hazlehurst, MS; Thomas Kazery, Jackson, MS; Tiffany Holder, Starkville, MS; Amanda Layton, Magee, MS; Holly Webb, Forrest, MS; Kaylee Keith, Laurel, MS; Scott Florence, Weatherby Lake, MO; David Bales, Sewell, NJ; Alexa I. Kretsch, Eatontown, NJ; Michael J. Atkins, Jr., Pikeville, NC; James Van Eerden, Stokesdale, NC; Kathleen Burch, Christiansburg, VA; and Shana Wolff, Cheyenne, WY.
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Posted in category Awards and Recognition at 10:15 AM
June 26, 2008
4-H'ers Honored for their Community Service Efforts
Eighteen 4-H members from 16 states were among the 102 State Honorees for the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards who visited Washington, DC, in early May all expenses paid to be honored for their exemplary acts of volunteerism. Each State Honoree also received $1,000 and an engraved silver medallion. While in Washington, the State Honorees toured historic landmarks and visited their congressional representatives on Capitol Hill. They also were personally congratulated by Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York during a gala dinner reception at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History.
4-H members also accounted for 30 of the 234 Distinguished Finalists, and 57 of the 459 Certificate of Excellence recipients. The awards were announced in February.
Congratulations to all the 4-H youth honored as they continue to help better their communities and themselves.
Picture Caption: 4-H winners from the 2008 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards national recognition events:
Row 1 (Left to Right):
Courtney Smits, GA; Alexis Roll, OH; Kathleen McGlynn, IL; Kennedy Healy, NE; Diedre Graham, AL; Kaycee McNutt, AZ
Row 2 (Left to Right):
Alison Mansfield, IN; Russell Babb, UT; Samantha McTee, WA; Cristina Bequer, CA; Rachael Lambin, NV
Row 3 (Left to Right):
Haley Armstrong, OK; Isac Shephard, OK; Noelle Schmitter-Schrier, AK; Andrea Mitchell, OH; Hannah Burlingham, MT
Not Picture: Mylo Cheng, FL; Steven Eichthaler, TX
Posted in category Awards and Recognition at 9:49 AM
June 12, 2008
4-H Career Postings: June 2008
National 4-H Council
Colorado
Indiana
Missouri
North Carolina
Wisconsin
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Posted in category Careers at 11:07 AM
June 4, 2008
Find What You Need in Online National 4-H Directory
Are you looking for a new activity for camp or a club meeting? Do you need to find a llama curriculum? If so, check out the newest resources added to the National Directory of 4-H Materials!
The National 4-H Directory of Materials is a national database of 4-H materials designed to share national and state 4-H resources with educators, 4-H club leaders, youth and volunteers. This first of its kind online National 4-H Directory will allow you to share information about your 4-H projects, programs and more. Visit this directory often at 4-hdirectory.org as 4-H continues to add new and useful resources to help you.
Posted in category Curriculum and Tools at 11:38 AM
4-H and New Partners Team Up for Science Competition
Discovery Education and 3M are, like 4-H, committed to engaging America's youth in science, engineering and technology education and are teaming up with 4-H to bring these opportunities to our 4-H youth.
As a first step in this exciting partnership, 4-H'ers have a great opportunity to participate in the Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge, the premiere middle school science competition in the nation. This competition is for students in fifth through eighth grades and is designed to encourage a passion for science, and to promote the importance of science communication. The deadline for entry is June 15, 2008.
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Posted in category Activities and Competitions at 9:17 AM
June 3, 2008
Are You Smarter Than a 4-H'er?
By Kim Grizzard
The Daily Reflection Greenville, NC
It's downright embarrassing for a mature adult to concede intellectual defeat to someone who has to be in bed by nine. Just ask Anne Keene, who stood before a crowd of parents and community leaders and said, "I'm Not Smarter Than a 4-H'er." It was tongue-in-cheek revelation for Keene and other contestants who "peeked" and "copied" their way through Pitt County 4-H's "Are You Smarter Than a 4-H'er?" competition.
The game show, held at the Pitt County Agricultural Center, was a fundraiser inspired by the Fox network program, "Are You Smarter Than a Fifth-Grader?" The competition challenged a mayor, a sportscaster and other local celebrities to match wits with 4-H'ers.
Contestants and 4-H'ers answered questions on topics such as leadership, citizenship, animal science and health.
To read entire article, visit Are You Smarter Than a 4-H'er?
Posted in category 4-H Members at 10:07 AM
The Return of Citizenship Washington Focus
By Craig Alameda and Rachel Thompson (CWF PAs)
It's summer time again. That means the return of barbeques, swimming pools, and most exciting of all, 4-H's own summer youth leadership program, Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF). The program was created in 1959 and was originally called the Citizenship Short Course. The name was later changed to Citizenship Washington Focus. This program brings 4-H youth from across the country to Washington, DC for a week, where they learn about citizenship, leadership, and civic engagement through committees, workshops and tours of their nation's capital. This summer, over 1,700 delegates will attend from 26 different states. The college-age CWF Program Assistants (PAs) mentor the students during their week at National 4-H Youth Conference Center.
In addition to providing licensed tours of the nation's capital, CWF PAs facilitate workshops on Congressional issues and lead committee meetings tackling such issues as healthy living, government, and public relations. Week one began June 4 with delegates from Iowa, Kansas, Alabama, and North Dakota. The conference will continue for six weeks, finishing on July 12.
To learn more about CWF, visit CWF Website.
Posted in category Camps and Conferences at 9:43 AM