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May 7, 2008 Volume 13, Issue 5
  • Illinois Leader June-July 2008 - Sheri Seibold
  • Current Concerns Telenet Agenda - Sheri Seibold
  • Did you know? The State 4-H Office has a new address. We are now at 1902 Fox Drive, Suite A, Champaign, IL 61820

March 12, 2008 Volume 13, Issue 4

  • Illinois Leader April-May 2008 - Sheri Seibold
  • Illinois Summer Academies Brochures - Deb Stocker
    Each county is receiving a limited number of color ISA brochures to use for individual contacts regarding the program. We will have a limited number of additional brochures available - drop me an e-mail if you wish to receive more. NOTE: These were not designed for bulk mailing to all eligible 4-H members, but for a specific one-on-one type of discussion with someone who is seriously interested in the program. Although the Vet Med Academy is already at capacity, there are still a few spots available in the Aerospace Engineering. The other academies also still have spaces available. E-mail Deb to be put on a waiting list if your first choice is filled.
  • Returned 4-H Award Applications (Specific Counties) - Deb Stocker
    We are returning most of the State 4-H Award Applications submitted in January. At this time, we are not returning those applications and scoresheets from the youth who are interviewing as semi-finalists for National 4-H Congress or National 4-H Dairy Conference. Those will be returned later this summer after our State 4-H winners have been determined.

February 18, 2008 Volume 13, Issue 3

  • Current Concerns Telenet - Sheri Seibold
  • Making the Global Connection Through 4-H - Bill Million
    Host Family Recruitment Begins - Illinois will once again be home to 50 Japanese youth and their chaperons July 21 through August 18 for the annual homestay exchange. This year, the majority of our exchangees are 12-14 years of age. We would appreciate your assistance in publicizing this opportunity to families in your unit. Enclosed in the packet was a news release along with a complete Host Family packet. Be sure to refer to the host family checklist to see the various forms required as part of the application process. Please forward any questions that you or volunteers might have to Bill Million at 217-333-1256 or via e-mail to wmillion@uiuc.edu. Thanks for your cooperation!

February 4, 2008 Volume 13, Issue 2

  • 2008 Illinois 4-H Leadership Convention Promotional Materials - Deb Stocker
    The mailed packets contained several promotion materials for the 2008 Illini Summer Academies (ISA), formerly the Illinois 4-H Leadership Convention. The event is scheduled for June 26-28. Included in the packet were:
    • ISA Promotional Packet - Basic information regarding the complete change in format for this event as well as promotional items
    • Promotional Postcards - for sending to currently enrolled 8th - 11th grade 4-H members
    • Color Posters - For display in your office or meeting room
    • Application for 4-H Scholarships - The Illinois 4-H Foundation will provide twenty $50 scholarships for 4-H members to the academy.

    Online registration opens February 15. Registration will be accepted on-line only - mail-in registration will not be available.
  • 2008 4-H Performance Showcase - Bill Million
    The 2008 4-H Performance Showcase will be held on Sunday, August 10 during the 2008 Illinois State Fair. Information is being supplied for units to use in promoting this opportunity and in forwarding entries. Please note the May 15 post mark date for entries to be considered for this year's event.

January 11, 2008 Volume 13, Issue 1

  • 2008 ESRI GIS Grants for US 4-H Programs - Lisa Bouillion Diaz
    Since 2004, ESRI has awarded 4-H Clubs in over 500 US counties with ArcView and ArcPad software, GIS curriculum, and Virtual Campus training. Six Illinois counties received this grant in 2007. The grant guidelines and application for the Introductory and Intermediate grants can be found at http://www.esri.com/industries/k-12/4-h/grants.html For more information please contact your local county extension office or Dr. Lisa Bouillion Diaz at the U of I Extension State 4-H Office (lisabou@uiuc.edu) Application deadline is February 28, 2008.
  • Illinois Leader February-March 2008 - Sheri Seibold

December 10, 2007 Volume 12, Issue 11

  • Current Concerns 4-H Youth Development Telenet - Sheri Seibold
  • ExplorACES 2008
    Mark your calendar now for Friday and Saturday, March 7 and 8 to discover your future at the Univeristy of Illinois College of Agricultural Consumer and Environmental Sciences. For more information, visit http://www.aces.uiuc.edu/ExplorACES
  • Free Polypay Starter Flock - Gordon Sammons
    One lucky Illinois FFA or 4-H member will receive three registered Polypay ewes plus $100 buying credit at the 2008 National Polypay Sale in Springfield, IL. This starter flock can be an excellent opportunity to help a youth get his/her start in the sheep industry. For more information and an entry form, contact Gordon Sammons by phone at 309-944-3692 or e-mail at sammons@theinter.com.
  • Illinois Pork Ambassador/Intern - Illinois Pork Producers Association
    The Illinois Pork Producers Association is looking for a youth representative to work as an Ambassador/Intern during the summer of 2008. There will be scholarship money given upon completion of the internship. Please see your county extension office for an application, but hurry - the deadline for application is December 28th!
  • Illinois State Museum Seeks 4-H Members in Agriculture - Deb Stocker
    The Illinois State Museum is working on a new oral history of Illinois Agriculture. They are compiling names of individuals who represent the state's agriculture industry, but are lacking people involved in the horse industry and young people, including 4-H members, junior high, and high school students who are considering careers in agriculture. The history project will include exhibits, both at the museum and on the Internet, and related educational materials. Individuals who are selected for interview will be videotaped and the information will become part of the exhibit. For more information or to submit a name for consideration, e-mail Robert Warren, the museum's curator of anthropology, at warren@museum.state.il.us or call Leslie Cline, the collection center secretary, at 217-785-0037.
  • Illinois 4-H Foundatin Address
    Please check your Illinois 4-H Foundation address (as well as all the places you store it for use when sending it out via mail.) Here at the State 4-H Office, we have been receiving mail intended for the Foundation Office which requires forwarding the Foundation's mail to them, delaying its arrival. The correct address for the Illinois 4-H Foundation is:
    Illinois 4-H Foundation
    106 Taft House
    1401 S Maryland Drive
    Urbana, IL 61801

November 14, 2007 Volume 12, Issue 10

  • 4-H Publication Invoice 2006-2007 - (Specific counties only) - Donna Butler
    Detailed listings of 4-H publications ordered during the 2006-07 4-H year were enclosed for some counties. County staff who attended one of the 4-HDMS training sessions received their copies in person with a request to take it back to the appropriate staff to be reviewed.
  • Illinois Leader - December 2007/January 2008 - Sheri Seibold
  • Premises Identification & Animal ID Brochure - Debra Stocker
    A brochure of the National Animal Identification System (NAIS) was included in the mailing. The NAIS is designed to provide the ability to rapidly identify all animals and premises that have had direct contact with a disease.
  • Tandy Leather Factory Buyer's Guide
    Enclosed in this mailing was a Buyer's Guide from Tandy Leather. A wholesale and retail price list was included. Please contact Bill Johnson for specific prices. They do have some allowances for 4-H groups.
  • Windows 2007 Summer Scrapbook - Bill Million
    The 2007 Summer Scrapbook provides a summary of the International Exchange programs coordinated by the International Programs Committee and WorldWise Exchange Services. Illinois had both youth and adult participants in 2007.
  • 2007 Unit Management Handbook Binder Cover and Spine Insert - Sharon Petefish
    These were not available when the handbook was originally shipped. The spine insert will need to be cut to size. If you need additional inserts, please contact Debbie at 207-333-5269.
  • 2008 Jr. Leadership Conference Registration & Promotional Materials - Danielle Rice & Debra Stocker
  • Illinois Farm Bureau Young People's Activities DVD - Debra Stocker
    The Illinois Farm Bureau Youth Education Committee is providing each Extension Unit with a copy of their promotional DVD for Young People's Activities. While the "Young Leaders" file may not apply for our use, the "Youth Education Program" segment provides short segments on 4-H and FFA programs that are supported by the IL Farm Bureau and their affiliates. For example, informatin is included on the Youth Education Committee (which includes two 4-H representatives); Conferences (Premier 20 Leadership Conference, ILC, and National 4-H Congress) and Contests and Awards (4-H LCP Award). They hope that you will use the DVD with teen 4-H audiences to help promote the programs they support financially and physically. Note: There are "incorrect" photos used for the National 4-H Congress segment; CSREES did not have photos of National 4-H Congress to provide to Farm Bureau, so they substituted photos of National 4-H Conference. We did not know about the incorrect photos until the DVD's were already made. The Young People's Activities office will work with us in the future to ensure correct photos are included. It is planned to reproduce the DVD every 2-3 years to keep information current.

October 16, 2007 Volume 12, Issue 9

  • Current Concerns Telenet - Sheri Seibold
  • State Award Club/Group Report Forms (specific counties) - Deb Stocker
    If your unit submitted Club/Group Report Forms for judging this past August, they are being returned in this mailing, along with the score sheets for each application. Winning clubs have been notified, with unit staff copied on the letter. Award patches and certificates were mailed with the unit 4-H award packets within the past two weeks. We are requesting the $50 cash award checks as EIN and Banner numbers are confirmed and will send the checks as we receive them.
  • State Award Member Applications (specific counties) - Deb Stocker
    We are returning the copies of the member award applications that were kept for interviews and state 4-H winner selection. Scoresheets from the application and the member's interview should be attached to the application. We have kept copies of those State 4-H Award Winners who are allowing us to use them for training purposes. Staff may request copies of specific categories to use in preparing your members' applications for state submission.
  • 2007 State Award Winners Illinois Award Program - Deb Stocker
    Click on the link above to see a complete list of both the individual and club/group 2007 State Winners in the Illinois Award Program.

September 14, 2007 Volume 12, Issue 8

  • Citizenship Washington Focus Illinois Delegation - July 5-12 - Danielle Rice
    An Illinois delegation of youth will again be participating in the Citizenship Washington Focus trip July 5-12, 2008. This is a great opportunity for 4-H youth between the ages of 14 and 18 to travel to Washington, DC, for a week filled with fun, new experiences, sightseeing, and learning about our nation's capitol and governmental process. For more information, check out Washington Focus on the 4-H website. A brochure is also available.
  • Community Improvement and Health Improvement Grant Opportunities for Clubs - Pat McGlaughlin
    The Illinois 4-H Foundation has grant monies available for 4-H clubs to support community outreach efforts. The funding for these community related projects comes from Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., and Country Insurance & Financial Services. Club grant descriptions and applications are available at county offices or by clicking on the link above. Please note the following timeline:
    • Club Grant Application Deadline: January 4, 2008
    • Club Grant Application Announcement: February, 2008
    Note: Individual clubs may apply and be considered in both categories, however, they can be awarded funds in only one of the two granting categories. While the Illinois 4-H Foundation recognizes that many clubs do multiple projects, they also hope to award the available monies to worthy projects in as many different clubs as possible.
  • CYFAR 2008 - CSREES Children, Youth, and Families at Risk Conference - Pat McGlaughlin
    Make plans now to be a part of CYFAR 2008, where the San Antonio, TX, Riverwalk will be the backdrop for inspiring discussions, leading-edge technology trainings, engaging workshops, and other professional development activities to help you meet your goal of providing positive youth development learning opportunities for youth. The CYFAR Conference, May 6-9, 2008, will showcase new research, programs, resources, and strategies relevant for staff striving to make a difference for children, youth, and families at risk. Save the dates and be watching for more information in the coming months.
  • Illinois 4-H Premier LCP Award Program - Deb Stocker (to County Offices only)
    Two copies of the 2007-08 Illinois 4-H LCP Award Program were sent to each county office. It is also available for download on the 4-H website. This award is sponsored by the Illinois Farm Bureau and Affiliate Companies for 4-H members, age 17 or older by December 1, 2007.
  • Illinois Leader - October/November 2007 - Sheri Seibold
  • 2007-2008 4-H Project Reference Catalog - Natalie Bosecker
    Please use this publication as a price reference guide for 4-H publications and special resources (ordered through 4-HDMS), other project reference support, and a listing of counties providing county projects. PDF posted on MyExtension portal for Groups=>4-H Contacts
  • 2007 State Fair Lost & Found Items - Contact the State 4-H Office to claim any item.
    • Bandana Tank Top
    • White Pillow
    • Gray Digital Watch
    • Pink Retainer Case
    • Reading Glasses (in tan case)
    • FIA-22 Baseball Cap
    • Illini Hat
    • White Towel
    • Sergio Tacchini Reading Glasses
    • Gray Sunglasses (for small child)
    • Jeans - Size 36/34 (male - American Eagle

    September 13, 2006

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    October 13   March 9  
    October 27   April 4  
    November 14   May 9  
    December 12   May 30  
    January 10   August 17  
           

August 17, 2007 Volume 12, Issue 7

  • Current Concerns Telenet - Sheri Seibold
    Tune in from 10:15 - noon on Wednesday, August 28 for a telenet on 4-H Youth Development

  • Illinois Leader - August/September - Sheri Seibold
  • MS WordPDF
  • Valued Volunteer Orientation Program Brochure (scroll to bottom of page) - Sheri Seibold
  • 2007-2008 4-H Clover (sent only to Regions and Centers) - Natalie Bosecker
  • 2007-2008 4-H Project Reference Catalog - Natalie Bosecker
    Please use this publication as a price reference guide for 4-H publications and special resources (ordered through 4-HDMS), other project reference support and a listing of counties providing county projects. Posted on MyExtension portal with 4-H Contacts group.
    • May 30, 2007 Volume 12, Issue 6
    • 2007 Illinois 4-H Leadership Convention Chaperone Orientation Packet (Sent only to counties with delegates and/or chaperones attending ILC) - Deb Stocker
    • 2007 Illinois 4-H Awards Program Guide for Units - Recognition for Excellence Packet - Deb Stocker
    • 2007 Illinois State Fair Junior Department Spring 4-H Mailing - Danielle Rice/Deb Stocker
      The Junior Department Spring Mailing includes information pertaining to the following:
      • State Fair Checklist
      • Entry Procedures/Deadlines
      • Admission and Parking Request Order form (Due July 15)
      • Exhibit Delivery & Pick-up Schedules, Instructions
      • Exhibit Waiver
      • Exhibit Packing Suggestions
      • Chaperone Description and Agreements
      • Emergency Medical Form
      • Parent Agreement Form (for Unit use only)
      • Exhibitor FAQ’s
      • Exhibitor Tips & Dorm Rules Brochure (master copy)
      • County Exhibit Day & Conference Judging Schedules (tentative)
      • Fashion Revue Information Sheet & Scoresheet
      • Food & Nutrition Exhibitors Letter
      • Supply Order Form – Due July 6
      • Livestock Verification Form – Due August 1
      • Photography Exhibit Model Release – Due with exhibit
      • Dog Verification Form – Due at the SF 4-H Dog Show, August 25
      • State Fair Jr. Department Advisory Committee Application – Due August 27
  • 4-H Can Make a Difference Food Drive - Sharon Petefish

May 9, 2007 Volume 12, Issue 5

  • Current Concerns Telenet - Sheri Seibold
    Tune in from 10:15 - noon on Tuesday, June 5 for a telenet on 4-H Youth Development
  • Illinois Leader - Sheri Seibold
  • Illinois Pork Producers Association - David Dedert, IPPA Youth Committee Chair
    Log onto the IL Pork Producers Association website at www.ilpork.com to apply for the County Ambassador and State Ambassador Program or the Illinois Pork Leadership Institute. Scholarships are also available for the 2007-08 academic year.
  • 4-H Award Applications Returned - Deb Stocker
    4-H award applications and scoresheets that were submitted for state judging in January were returned in the county mailings.
  • Speak Out for Military Kids Retreat - Linda Kupferschmid
    Spread the word about military youth in our local communities! Enjoy a free 3-day retreat on the UIUC campus as you join with other youth from 8th - 12th grades. For more information, contact Linda Kupferschmid, IL OMK Program Coordinator at 217-265-8209 or e-mail her at lkupfers@uiuc.edu.

April 4, 2007 Volume 12, Issue 4

  • 2007 4-H Illinois Leadership Convention Registration Materials - Deb Stocker
  • 2007 Illinois County Fair Dates - Illinois Department of Agriculture
    Are you wondering when your 2007 county fair is sceduled? Click here to view the entire list of dates and locations for 2007 Illinois County Fairs.
  • Illinois Conference on Volunteer Administration (ICOVA) - Sheri Seibold
    The 2007 Illinois Conference on Volunteer Administration will be held May 10-11, 2007 at the Marriott Hotel in Oakbrook, IL. The two-day conference will offer more than 30 workshops in addition to general session speakers and networking opportunities. This conference is appropriate for Extension staff who work directly with volunteers. The early bird registration is due April 10, 2007. The cost is $150. One day registration is $90. You may register via the web, fax, or mail. If you have questions, please feel free to contact Sheri Seibold at 217.333.9290 or email . The web site for additional information is www.icova.org.
  • Illinois State 4-H Youth Leadership Team Application for 2007-2009 Term - Deb Stocker
    Applications for the 2007-2009 Term of the Illinois State 4-H Youth Leadership Team are due into the State 4-H Office no later than June 14 or August 1 (depending on the interview schedule). Application forms and additional information are available on the State 4-H Website
  • National 4-H Curriculum 2007 Product Catalog - Madonna Weese
    The new National 4-H Curriculum 2007 Catalog replaces the former 4HCCS Catalog. As of January 2007, National 4-H Council has assumed responsibility for developing, producing and distributing curricula that is used nationally. Due to this transition, there are fewer new project manuals this year than have been introduced in the past. You may also view and order manuals on line at www.4-hcurriculum.org. If you anticipate ordering a large number of any project book through the Illinois 4-H DMS, please send Natalie Bosecker an e-mail to alert her to the increased need.

  • Southern Illinois University Carbondale, College of Agricultural Sciences, Third Annual Agriculture Industry Day
    The SIU College of Agricultural Sciences will hold its Third Annual Agriculture Industry Day on Saturday, April 21 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at University Farms, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.
    • Participate in educational clinics
    • Meet the President of the Illinois Farm Bureau
    • Enjoy a complimentary beef and port barbecue meal
    • 4-H and FFA judging contest
    For more information about Agriculture Industry Day, contact the College at 618-453-2469.

March 9, 2007 Volume 12, Issue 3

  • 2007 IL State Fair Junior Department Employment Application - Deb Stocker
    Click on the link above to access the job application for the Illinois State Fair Jr. Department. Please promote this opportunity to your older 4-H members, volunteers, and parents. We would really like to place 4-H volunteers in some of these positions - especially those of Superintendents. For staff in counties near Springfield, if you would also promote this in your local communities, it would be greatly appreciated. Youth or adults do not need to be 4-H connected to work at the fair, but it does make training simpler. Click here for information on job descriptions and work dates.
  • 4-H Poultry Workshop - Poultry Pals 4-H Club, Sangamon-Menard Unit
    Saturday, April 28, 12 noon to 4:00 pm at the IL State Fairgrounds, U of I Extension, Bldg 30. Open to all Illinois 4-H members.
  • Ethics List by County - Deb Stocker (Select counties)
    For those counties who have youth listed on the pre-website Quality Assurance & Ethics Certification list, you are receiving a copy of that list. PLEASE take time to review the list and notify us of young people who are now too old to exhibit. We would appreciate receiving changes by May 1. This does NOT include the list of youth who have taken the certification via the website. Dave Seibert of the East Peoria Center will be contacting select counties regarding that list.
  • IL State Fair 4-H Club/Group Presentation Application - Deb Stocker
    We are again offering 4-H clubs and groups the opportunity to provide an action presentation at the Illinois State Fair. Although the first year of this opportunity was somewhat disappointing regarding participation from the general public, we realize it takes time to generate audiences at a "new" location and we are making plans to enhance our promotional appeal in this area. We hope to generate some of that appeal by recruiting additional clubs and groups to provide educational programs in the area. Clubs will continue to receive a cash premium for participating in this program. The application is available on the 4-H website and the deadline for submitting applications is May 1.
  • Illinois Suffolk Sheep Association Essay Contest - Kate and Jim Ireton
    The Illinois Suffolk Sheep Association will be awarding a ewe lamb to the winner of an essay contest. Applicants are asked to write a brief essay explaining why they want a Suffolk ewe lamb and their plan for a sheep project. Must be Illinois residents between the ages of 8-21 to apply. Contact your county extension office for additional information.
  • Jr. Leadership Conference "Letters" - Deb Stocker (Counties with youth participants)
    Youth delegates at the 2007 4-H Jr. Leadership Conference were asked to write a letter to themselves, indicating something they had learned and would share with others when they returned home from the event. We will be sending the original letters back to the youth in approximately 6 months, along with a follow-up evaluation. We thought about sending copies of those letters to county offices so you could possibly provide assistance to the members in accomplishing their goals; however, we did not mention this as a possibility to the young people and feel uncomfortable sharing their letters at this time. You can still contact the attendees, though, and ask how they would like to share what they have learned and provide assistance in helping them accomplish that goal. This is a wonderful opportunity to help these young leaders start to build upon what they learned at the event and get them involved on the club or county level.

February 2, 2007 Volume 12, Issue 2

  • 2007 Illinois Leadership Convention Promotional Packet (includes postcards) - Deb Stocker
    Power Surge - Experience the POWER of Leadership! All teens who will be between the ages of 14-18 by 9/1/07 are invited to attend the 2007 Illinois 4-H Leadership Convention, scheduled for June 28-30 at the University of Illinois campus in Champaign. We've totally reinvented this convention to really pin-point youth leadership, but don't worry - it won't be all work! There will be lots of fun, awesome activities to help you get motivated as well as lots of opportunities for youth to branch out and meet new people. Click on the link above for more information.
  • Illinois 4-H Legislative Ambassadors: A Guide to Meeting Your Elected Officials - Deb Stocker
    A copy of the NEWLY REVISED 4-H Legislative Ambassador Handbook was included in the mailing. The handbook offers tips for 4-H members, volunteers, and staff to be prepared for meeting with county board members or commissioners, state-elected officials, and federal legislators regarding the 4-H program. This booklet is the work of the 2006 Illinois delegates to National 4-H Conference. After meeting with their federal legislators in Washington, D.C., these youth felt that our Illinois 4-H members needed information on how to spread the good word on the 4-H program and how it has affected them and their families. It can be used with 4-H Federation or teen groups, Extension councils, State 4-H Legislative Ambassadors, and others in preparing an action plan to keep our elected officials informed of the work going on in their areas. The handbook also offers ideas and worksheets that members can complete and turn in to local Extension offices to report on contacts made with elected officials on all levels. The handbook is being sent to State 4-H Legislative Ambassadors who have registered for Legislative Connection. Print copies are NOT available through 4-H DMS; however, the entire handbook is available on the 4-H Website.
  • 4-H Crops Manuals (Corn, Soybeans, Small Grains) - Natalie Bosecker
    Because these are Illinois-produced materials, complementary copies were enclosed for each office. Sorry for the production delay.
  • Explore ACES! Promotional Pieces - College of ACES
    High school and community college students, their parents, and friends are invited to attend ExplorACES 2007 at the University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences in Champaign on Friday, March 9 or Saturday, March 10. ExplorACES will provide a unique opportunity for prospective students to find out about life in the College of ACES. Click on the link above for more information.

January 10, 2007 Volume 12, Issue 1

  • Remarks - Richard Clark

    • January 2007 Happy New Year! Each January marks the beginning of a new year. It provides a time for reflecting on the past and making plans for the future. As I think back, I am reminded of the wonderful leadership given to the 4-H Youth Development program by Pennie Crinion. Her passion and hard work has enabled the 4-H program to grow and explore new opportunities for reaching the youth of Illinois. I hope you will join me in thanking Pennie for all she has done in support of 4-H.

    Looking forward, I am excited to join the 4-H program as Interim Assistant Dean & Director of 4-H Youth Development. For the last 30 years, I have been involved with Extension and 4-H Youth Development. I have had the privilege to work with youth, volunteers, and 4-H staff in Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Illinois. Having served as a unit educator, state specialist, and state 4-H leader, it is my hope that I can use my experience to work hand-in-hand with you in providing high quality, exciting programs for Illinois youth and volunteers.

    Over the next few months, we will be examining the Illinois 4-H program and taking stock of what is working well and what needs some attention. You will have numerous opportunities to be involved in this endeavor. All healthy organizations are involved in a process of continuous improvement. These organizations are constantly looking for ways to improve, even if they are already doing excellent quality work. Illinois 4-H is a healthy organization providing high quality programs, but there is always room for improvement. My hope is that you will use this new year as an opportunity for reflection on the good work you have done and to identify the areas where you would like to make some changes. In 2007, by working together, we will "Make the Best Better".

    Looking forward to working with you, Richard Clark

  • Illinois Leader - Sheri Seibold
  • Illinois 4-H Leadership Convention Information Flyer - Deb Stocker
    We have redesigned this 3-day event to provide Illinois teens new opportunities to explore the University of Illinois campus while focusing on developing specific leadership skills. Power Surge - Experience the POWER of Leadership will focus on both basic and advanced leadership skills that youth need to excel in their local community and school activities. More information will be coming soon!
  • Illinois 4-H Volunteer Leader Forum Registration - Sheri Seibold
    Spring into Action! Now is the time for all adult and teen 4-H leaders to gather at the 2007 Illinois 4-H Volunteer Forum. There are five locations and dates to choose from and a registration form for the one closest to you can be found on the 4-H website
  • ICOVA - Sheri Seibold
    The 2007 Annual Illinois Conference on Volunteer Administration will be held on May 10 & 11 at the Marriott Hotel in Oakbrook. Online registration will be available in February.
  • American Polypay Sheep Association Starter Flock
    The American Polypay Sheep Association Starter Flock is in the fourth year of this popular program. Due to the high recognition and increased demand for this starter flock, our association will give away not one, but two Starter Flocks this year. For an entry form, contact your county Extension office.
December 12, 2006 Volume 10, Issue 14
  • Current Concerns 4-H Youth Development Telenet Announcement - Sheri Seibold
  • Illinois 4-H Junior Leadership Conference Registration & Scholarship Materials - February 24-25, 2007 - Deb Stocker
    The 2007 Illinois 4-H Junior Leadership Conference will be at the Decatur Conference Center and Hotel in Decatur on February 24-25. The conference is open to Illinois 4-H members who are currently in 7th or 8th grade. Registration will be closed when we reach 125 applicants or January 22! Click here for more information and on-line applications.
  • VALUED Volunteer Program Tabbed Dividers - Sheri Seibold
  • What's Leadership? Pilot Program Materials (Select Counties) - Deb Stocker
  • 2006 State 4-H Award Applications Returned (See Notes) - Deb Stocker
    We are finally returning the Blue Award/State Winner 4-H Award applications from this past year. We apologize for the length of time that we have held on to these - time got away from us this year and we didn't get them returned when we usually do. Please forward them onto the 4-H members with our sincere apologies for tardiness AND congratualations for jobs well done! Note: ONLY counties that had youth involved in 2006 4-H award interviews are receiving applications at this time. Other applications from youth not involved as finalists were sent back earlier this year.
November 14, 2006: Volume 10, Issue 13
  • 2007 National 4-H Conference Fact Sheet & Application - Deb Stocker
    Currently, we have openings for eight teens and one adult for the 2007 National 4-H Conference delegation from Illinois. The fact sheet and application are linked AND are posted on the Illinois 4-H website. Deadline for applications is December 15. We are looking for delegates from throughout the state who will represent the diversity of our Illinois 4-H Youth Development program - youth do not need to be 4-H community club members to apply! Ages of the delegates (15-18 by January 1) and male/female ratio are also considered in putting together the delegation. A $350 participant fee is requested from all youth delegates. A portion of that fee helps to cover their flight costs; the remainder is held as an incentive to complete their one-year special program upon return from the conference. A portion of the participant fee will be returned to those individuals who follow through on that commitment. Counties should not let the amount of the participant fee deter them from recruiting individuals - if a youth wishes to apply, but the participant fee poses a financial challenge to the family, please contact Deb Stocker. We do have access to additional funds that can help offset a portion of that fee.
  • 2007 State 4-H Award Selection - Unit Transmittal Form - Deb Stocker
  • 4-H Jr. Leadership Conference (JLC) Initial Information - Deb Stocker
    The Illinois 4-H Jr. Leadership Conference is being planned for February 24-25, 2007 and will be held at the Decatur Conference Center & Hotel. This week-end event is open only to Illinois 4-H members who are in the 7th and 8th grades as of 9/1/06. The $91 registration fee includes a one-night hotel stay, three meals, insurance, and all programming. Registration information will be available on the State 4-H website in the near future.
  • Club/Group Applications (Selected Counties) - Deb Stocker
  • Illinois Leader - Sheri Seibold
  • Legacy of Leadership Scholarship Application - Deb Stocker
    This scholarship is available to current 4-H members who are high school seniors or in an approved post-high school educational program (junior college, 4-year university, trade school, etc.) Members must have been enrolled in the 4-H program a minimum of five years.
October 27, 2006: Volume 10, Issue 12
  • 2007 Pork Ambassador/Intern Program Application - Abbi Brickey, Director of Marketing and Education, Illinois Pork Producers Association
    The purpose of the IL Pork Ambassador/Intern program is to provide an opportunity for a young person to serve for one year as the official youth representative of the IL Pork Producers Association and to work as a part of the IPPA staff during the summer of such year. The selected Ambassador/Intern could receive up to $4,500 in scholarships from IPPA and the National Pork Board plus a $500/month stipend (to be used for housing/travel expenses) during the three summer months they work in the IPPA office. Application deadline is December 29, 2006. For more information, contact Abbie Brickey at (217) 529-3100.
  • Community Improvement and Health Improvement Grant Opportunities for Clubs - Pat McGlaughlin
    The Illinois 4-H Foundation has grant monies available for 4-H clubs to support community outreach efforts. The funding for these community related projects comes from Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., and Country Insurance & Financial Services. Please note the following timeline:
    • Club Grant Application Deadline: January 5, 2007
    • Club Grant Application Announcement: February 2, 2007
    Note: individual clubs may apply and be considered in both categories; however, each club can be awarded funds in only one of the two granting categories. While the Illinois 4-H Foundation recognizes that many clubs do multiple projects, they also hope to award the available monies to worthy projects in as many different clubs as possible.
  • Get Up & Move! Program Evaluation - Pat McGlaughlin
    The goal of the 4-H Get Up & Move! initiative is to encourage physical activity to help create healthy individuals, families, and communities. In order to evaluate the effectiveness of the Get Up & Move! program in achieveing this goal, the State 4-H Office will utilize the physical activity data collected by 4-H clubs and groups throughout Illinois that are enrolled in Series 1, 2, or 3 to evaluate whether involvement in the program results in an increase in the amount of physical activity done by children. If your club is interested in participating, please contact the State 4-H Office at (217) 333-0910.
  • I Move . . . Making Meetings Effective and Fun - Pat McGlaughlin
    Registration is still open for the Professional Development Opportunity that is going to help you be more effective as you work directly with 4 H clubs, committees, councils, and community groups. This one-day meeting is scheduled for Friday, December 8, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the University of Illinois Extension Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield. The morning session will focus on updated and easy-to-understand explanations of Parliamentary Procedure. Two tracks will be available in the afternoon: 1) Energizing 4-H Clubs/Groups; and 2) the Open Meetings Act and its importance to Extension. See the attached PDO announcement or the PDO website for additional details. Registration is through the Extension PDO website. This PDO has been designed for all 4-H Youth staff, CED staff, and County Directors. Community workers should seek approval from County Directors for work hour attendance and mileage reimbursement. Training resources and lunch will be covered for all participants.
October 13, 2006: Volume 10, Issue 11
  • Current Concerns Telenet - 11/7/06 Sherri Seibold
  • Get Up & Move! Research Project - Sheri Seibold
    In order to evaluate the effectiveness of the Get Up & Move! program, 4-H is participating in a University of Illinois research project.
  • Illinois Meat Goat Producers Fall Seminar - Deb Stocker
    Got Goats? You're invited to attend the IL Meat Goat Producers Fall Seminar. Anyone interested in goats or sheep is welcome to this free seminar on November 4th, from 9 am until noon at the Arthur, IL Sale Barn.
  • Making the Global Connection Through 4-H - Bill Million
    Brochures for the 2007 Illinois 4-H Exchange Programs to Australia, Finland, Japan, and Mexico.
September 13, 2006: Volume 10, Issue 10
  • 4-H/FFA E.D.G.E. Conference for Jr. High Youth - Deb Stocker
    It's time again to promote our one-day collaborative conference with the Illinois Association FFA to our Jr. High (7th and 8th grade) 4-H members! Scheduled for Saturday, November 18 at the Springfield Extension Center, the Jr. High E.D.G.E. (Experiencing Discovery, Growth & Excellence) Conference program has decreased in price this year to $55!

    This year, we are offering on-line registration for this event and delegates can pay via check (mailing in a copy of their registration form) or credit card. On-line registration can be completed at http://www.4-h.uiuc.edu/events/annual1012edge.html. Registrations must be completed on-line or received by November 8. Check payments must be received by Monday, November 13.
  • Guardian Bear Drive with Illinois Operation: Military Kids - Linda Kupferschmid
    4-H clubs looking for a new community service project can conduct a stuffed bear drive to benefit the "suddenly military" children of our depolyed National Guard and Army Reserve servicepersons. Enclosed in this mailing is one page with a list of suggested guidelines for conducting a successful drive and 2 color flyers that can be used in explaining and promoting this program. If you have any questions, please contect Linda Kupferschmid, IL OMK Program Coordinator, at 217-265-8209 or lkupfers@uiuc.edu
  • Illinois 4-H Premier LCP Award Program (to county offices only) - Deb Stocker
    Two copies of the 2006-07 Illinois 4-H LCP Award Program are attached for each county office. It is also available for download on the 4-H website. This award is sponsored by the Illinois Farm Bureau and Affiliate Companies for older 4-H members, age 17 or above by December 1, 2006. I KNOW all counties have outstanding 4-H members who could apply for this recognition!! Each geographical county may submit TWO nominees to the state level; those applications are due to the Illinois Farm Bureau by December 15. Please let me know if you have any questions about these applications or the awards.
  • 2006 State Fair Lost & Found - Deb Stocker
    The following items were left in the 4-H dorm area at the State Fair. You may contact Marcia Swope at the State 4-H Office by phone 217/333-0910 or e-mail mbswope@uiuc.edu to claim your lost item(s).
    • Pillow with green/red/blue/beige patterned pillowcase
    • Hairbrush - Conair, metallic purple
    • Small girl's sandal - purple with blue butterfly
    • Baseball cap - navy blue "UAW-GM"
    • Batman water bottle carrier/insulator with strap
    • Navy blue athletic shorts with green lined wasitband
    • Coleman water bottle carrier/insulator - belongs to "Miranda" (Note says MIRANDA JONES, Bureau County)
    • Small black sunglasses
    • Brown sunglasses
    • Blue towel
    • Cream colored wash cloth

4-H Mailings - 2005-06

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October 17   March 30  
November 11   May 3  
November 22   May 18  
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August 9, 2006: Volume 11, Issue 9

  • Current Concerns Telenet 9/5/06 - Sheri Seibold
  • 4-H Volunteer Orientation - Sheri Seibold
    This is a two page fact sheet that provides additional information about the 4-H Volunteer Orientation session and the Child/Youth Protection lesson - "A 4-H Pledge - Keeping Youth Safe." Both sessions should be offered for all new 4-H volunteers each year.

  • Valued Volunteer Orientation Brochure - Sheri Seibold
    A master copy of a brochure to share with new and less tenured volunteers is included. This will also be posted on the Illinois 4-H web site after State Fair. Provide this to volunteers to encourage them to enroll in the Valued Volunteer Orientation Program for this year.

  • Volunteering Screening Procedures - Sheri Seibold
    A one page update/review of the volunteer screening procedures for 4-H Youth Development Programs. This will be a discussion item on the Current Concerns Telenet, September 5th.

  • Contact Reporting Codes Discussion Guide - Sheri Seibold
    Information sent in mailing obsolete. Please see Charlie Clark's email or contact him for further information.

  • 2007 Illinois 4-H Leadership Event - Deb Stocker
    As noted in an e-mail sent a week ago, enclosed is an application for both youth and adult committee members to the 2007 ILC Planning Committee. We are looking for individuals willing to serve on a youth/adult partnership to plan the new event for next summer. Unfortunately, dates and location have yet to be determined, but will be somewhat set by the time the committee members are selected, so they will be able to confirm participation. The first face-to-face meeting of this group will take place Friday night, October 6 through Sunday afternoon, October 8. This meeting will be MANDATORY. The location is still being determined, but will hopefully be announced by the end of the State Fair. Applications are due September 1. We will be looking for a strong youth/adult partnership ratio, regional representation, male/female representation, and diversity in ethnicity, 4-H participation, etc. Previous attendance at ILC IS NOT required to apply. 2007 ILC Points of Interest

  • Updated 4-H Program Year Suggestions for 2006 - 2007 - Pat McGlaughlin
    Focus on "Making the Best Better" by providing 4 H club leaders with the updated resource materials they need to have a terrific 4 H year. Included in this mailing are several items that you should include in the 4 H Club Start-Up packets that you prepare for clubs/groups. Use the "Suggested Resources for the New 4 H Program Year" list as the guide for putting the start-up packets together. Many of the items included in the list are available on the 4 H website. A series of club/group information forms are included as club management tools for collecting valuable club information. This information will help you as you work with the youth development committee to plan county level youth development outreach opportunities. The forms are posted in the 4 H website in the Special Opportunities Section as Club/Group Resources. The forms can be used in their current format or you may want to adapt them to meet specific county program needs. Also included are several informational fact sheets designed to alert 4 H club leaders of "ready-to-use" resources designed to fit in most club/group settings. Have a great 4 H Program Year!

  • 2006 - 2007 4-H Project Reference Catalog - Natalie Bosecker
    Please use this publication as a price reference guide for 4 H publications and special resources (ordered through 4 HDMS), other project reference support and a listing of counties providing county projects.

  • 2006 Smart Woment Smart Money - Strengthening Farm Communities Conference
    Illinois State Treasurer Judy Barr Topinka and University of Illinois Extension invite you to attend a conference on September 7 at the Decatur Conference Center & Hotel, 4191 West US Highway 36, Decatur, IL. For information, call Janet Dobrinsky (217)557-0885 or Kristin Zueck (217) 524-8881.
July 21, 2006: Volume 11, Issue 8
  • 2nd Annual Blue & Green Golf Scramble - Rod Stoll
    Raise money for FFA and 4-H by hitting the links! The Blue & Green Scramble is 18 holes of best ball play with a shotgun start. A silent auction will take place throughout the day with final bids taken at 6 p.m. Sign up today!
    • Where: Prairie Vista Golf Course - Bloomington, IL
    • When: August 9, 2006
    • Shotgun Start: 11:00 a.m.
    • Dinner: Begins at 5:30 p.m. as you come off the course
    • Early bird sign up: June 30, 2006
    • Final sign up deadline: August 2, 2006
    • Register online at: www.4-h.uiuc.edu/foundation/scramble
  • 4-H Volunteer Website - Pennie Crinion
    Volunteers are the heart of 4-H. Now, there is a place where 4-H volunteers can connect with each other and find 4-H resources to help youth in their community. Visit the website at http://www.4hvolunteersusa.org today!
  • Power of Youth Newsletter - Pennie Crinion
    This special issue of the newsletter contains articles about exciting activities and interesting projects involving 4-H club members from across the USA. Check out the 4-H USA website.
  • Recognition for Excellence - Illinois 4-H Awards Programs Guide Packet (not sent to regional offices or camps) - Deb Stocker
June 1, 2006: Volume 11, Issue 7
  • IEC 4-H Electricity Lesson Plans - Bill Million
    IEC 4-H Electricity Lesson Plans CD-Rom - The 4-H Committee of the Illinois Electric Council has developed step-by-step lesson plans (English and Spanish versions) for use with the current 4-H Electricity Kits located in the regions. In addition to the lesson plan, there are power points that accompany the lesson plan as an aid to both the instructor and participant as they complete the lesson.
    Locations of 4-H Electricity Kits
    • Northwest Region - Henry-Stark Unit
    • Northeast Region - Du Page, Kane, Will, Kendall, Cook-South, and McHenry Units
    • East Central Region - Champaign Extension Center
    • West Central Region - Montgomery County Unit
    • Southern Region - Mt. Vernon Extension Center
  • State Fair Spring Packet - Deb Stocker
    • State Fair Checklist
    • Entry Procedures/Deadlines
    • Admission and Parking Request Order Form - Due July 15
    • Exhibit Delivery and Pick-up Schedules, Instructions
    • Exhibit Waiver
    • Exhibit Packing Suggestions
    • Chaperone Description and Agreements
    • Emergency Medical Form
    • Parent Agreement Form (for Unit use only)
    • Exhibitor Tips and Dorm Rules Brochure (master copy)
    • County Exhibit Day and Conference Judging Schedules (tentative)
    • Fashion Revue Information Sheet and Scoresheet
    • Food and Nutrition Exhibitors Letter
    • Supply Order Form - Due July 7
    • Livestock Verification Form - Due August 1
    • Photography Exhibit Model Release - Due with exhibit
    • Dog Verification Form - Due at the SF 4-H Dog Show, August 27
    • State Fair Jr. Dept. Advisory Committee Application - Due August 28
  • Illinois 4-H Leadership Convention Orientation Packet & County Attendee List (Counties sending delegates only) - Deb Stocker
May 18, 2006: Volume 11, Issue 6
  • Current Concerns - Sheri Seibold
  • Illinois Leader - Sheri Seibold
  • 2006 North Central Region Volunteer Forum - Sheri Seibold
    One copy of the registration book is included in this mailing. Please make copies of the materials for interested leaders in your county. Staff and volunteer may access the same materials via the Illinois web site at http://www.4-h.uiuc.edu/events/06ncrvf.html or by going directly to the Minnesota site at http://www.fourh.umn.edu/ncr-vf. August 1 is the early bird registration deadline and the early bird cost is $210. Registration and lodging reservations may be done on-line.
May 3, 2006: Volume 11, Issue 5
  • Illinois Farm Bureau Youth Education 4-H Representative - Deb Stocker
    Included with this mailing is an application for 4-H Representative to the Illinois Farm Bureau Youth Education Committee. This is an excellent opportunity for an older 4-H member to serve in a youth/adult partnership with corporate representatives of the Farm Bureau, GROWMARK, Country Financial Services, Prairie Farms Dairy, and more. We select 2 Illinois 4-H representatives to serve on the committee. It is a year-long commitment and involves several meetings and conferences. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and should have a strong interest in agriculture. Information relating to the commitment is included on the application. The application is also available on the 4-H website under Information for Field Staff - Teen Opportunities. Applications must be postmarked by June 15 and sent to the State 4-H Office. Please promote this opportunity to your older 4-H members.
    Application for 4-H Representative

  • 4-H Award Applications & Comments (select counties) - Deb Stocker
    4-H Award Applications that were submitted for state selection in January are being returned in this mailing, along with the scoresheets. NOTE: Applications of members that were interviewed as semi-finalists MAY NOT be included if the member applied in only one award area. The applications and scoresheets of semi-finalists will not be returned until State Winners are finalized (hopefully by mid-June). A special sheet of general comments on the applications is also being sent in all packets. You may wish to share with the members.

  • IEC Annual Report for the Year 2005 - Bill Million
  • State Fair Premium Book CD - Deb Stocker
    Enclosed with this mailing is the State Fair Premium Book CD(Country & Center mailings only). This CD contains all the State Fair Premium Books and entry forms so that you may download individual pages and forms for exhibitors as they wish to register. A few notes:
    • All 4-H and Jr. Livestock classes are noted in the JUNIOR Livestock Premium Book. I've already had some calls regarding the State Fair website and discovered that individuals had pulled up the Livestock book and were looking for Jr. Department information. The "Livestock" premium book is for open classes only - make sure you open the correct book.
    • All Jr. Department animal species have their own entry form, so be sure to print the correct form for the particular species that you are looking for.
    • The "4-H Exhibit Form" that is noted is the card that we use FOR ALTERNATES ONLY. All 4-H exhibits are to be submitted via 4-HDMS as in the past; this card is only to be used for last-minute replacements.
    • A limited number of State Fair exhibitor books will be shipped to the counties from State Fair as soon as they are back from the printers.
March 30, 2006: Volume 11, Issue 4
  • National 4-H Technology Leadership Conference - Donna Butler
    Registration and scholarship information for this July teen conference. The deadline for submission of all forms is May 1st so the state delegation can be assembled, chaperones identified, etc. Contact Donna Butler at dbutler@uiuc.edu if you have any questions or if you have staff or volunteers interested in being a chaperone for the conference.
  • 2006 Agriculture Premium Fund Information - Sharon Petefish
    4-H premium information for 2005-2006 including the recently amended Illinois State Statute and the Department of Agriculture Administrative Code that pertains to 4-H premium funds.
  • 2006 CCS Product Catalog (Counties Only) - Madonna Weese
March 10, 2006: Volume 11, Issue 3
  • Illinois Leader - Sheri Seibold
  • Performance Showcase - Bill Million
    Spotlight on 4-H is open to any club or individual who wishes to submit a tape of a performance to be considered for the Illinois State Fair 4-H Performance Showcase.
  • What Box? 2006 Illinois 4-H Leadership Convention - Deb Stocker
  • Illinois Conference on Volunteer Administration - www.icova.org
  • Southern Illinois University Second Annual Agriculture Industry Day - Dr. Gary Minish
    College Day Program at SIU, Carbondale on April 22 from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. No charge to attend. E-mail Lucas Maxwell, Director of Recruiting, at lmaxwell@siu.edu to RSVP. Six $500 scholarships will be awarded to eligible students who participate. www.siuc.edu
February 21, 2006: Volume 11, Issue 2
February 9, 2006: Volume 11, Issue 1
December 22, 2005: Vol 10, Issue 13
December 13, 2005: Vol 10, Issue 12
November 22, 2005: Vol 10, Electronic Issue Only
November 11, 2005: Vol 10, Issue 11
October 17, 2005: Vol 10, Issue 10
  • Holstein Association Certificates and Pins (Select Counties) - Deb Stocker
  • Current Concerns Telenet 11/08/05 - Sheri Seibold
  • Final 4-H Publications Bill for 2004-05 Year (County Specific) - Donna Butler
  • Crop Sciences Letter - Professor Frederic L. Kolb
  • Community Improvement & Health Improvement Grant Opportunities - Pat McGlaughlin
    The Illinois 4-H Foundation has grant monies available for 4-H clubs to support community outreach efforts. The funding for these community related projects comes from Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., and Country Insurance & Financial Services. Club grant descriptions and applications are attached. Please note the following timeline:
    • Club Grant Application Deadline: January 6, 2006
    • Club Grant Application Announcement: January 30, 2006b
    • Monies sent to Club Leaders: February, 2006
    This information is also available to clubs at www.4-h.uiuc.edu/events/grants/html.
    Note – individual clubs may apply and be considered in both categories, however funds can be awarded in only one of the two granting categories. While the Illinois 4-H Foundation recognizes that many clubs do multiple projects, they also hope to award the available monies to worthy projects in as many different clubs as possible.
September 12, 2005: Vol 10, Issue 9
  • EDGE - Jr. High Conference Promotional Brochure & Registration - Debra Stocker
  • 4-H Award Applications Returned - Debra Stocker
    Some counties are receiving 4-H award applications in this mailing - these are the original applications and scorecards from the semi-finalists who were interviewed this spring.We kept them until we had our final National 4-H Congress and National 4-H Dairy Conference delegations named (which didn't occur until late July).
  • 4-H LCP Award Applications - Deb Stocker
    Each county is receiving two 4-H LCP Award Applications from the Illinois Farm Bureau. This is a two-tier awards program for older 4-H members (see application for age requirements) who have been actively involved in the 4-H program, especially on the leadership and participation level. The applications are self-explanatory; if you have questions, please contact Deb Stocker. Each county is allowed to submit TWO applicants to the statewide selection committee; the deadline for submission is December 1, 2006, TO THE ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU. We would love to see applicants from 50% of the Illinois counties – we KNOW there are outstanding 4-H members in each county who deserve to be nominated. All 4-H’ers who submit applications will receive recognition in Fall 2006.
  • How to Prepare Our Children and Stay Involved During Deployment
    Although many of us may be involved in activities to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina, we also should not forget the work we have been doing with the 4-H Military project. We still have many families who are trying to survive with a parent who is deployed overseas. One copy of the brochure listed above is included with each unit and center mailing. It is provided by the Military Child Education Coalition and Illinois received a limited number of copies to distribute. It includes ideas for parents and educators to help young children deal with the deployment of a military parent. Suggestions for predeployment, during, deployment, and reunions are included. Again, limited copies are available – if you have military units based in your area and wish to receive additional copies, please contact the State 4-H Office. Once our supply is gone, you may possibly be able to order additional copies from the MCEC. There may be a cost for additional brochures.
  • Illinois Leader October/November 2005 - Sheri Seibold
August 11, 2005: Vol 10, Issue 8
  • Current Concerns Telenet 9/6/05 - Sheri Seibold
  • VALUED - Volunteers Orientation Pilot - Volunteers and Leaders United in Educational Discovery - Sheri Seibold
    Two promotional pieces for this new program are included in the 4-H mailing. One is an informational piece for Extension staff to give an overview of the program. The second is a promotional flyer that may be distributed to new and experienced volunteers. Please let Sheri Seibold at sseibold@uiuc.edu know by September 1 if your county is interested in participating in the pilot for the 2005-2006 4-H year. Two telenets will be held to explain the program, outline the expectations for county staff, and define the timeline for the program. The telenets will be held on Sept. 6 at 1:00 p.m. (limit 20 lines) and repeated again on Sept. 16 at 10:00 a.m. Further information will be sent to those who indicate an interest in participating in the pilot. County staff will be asked to recruit volunteers in the early fall and assist with the approximately six hours of pre-determined training during the next year. This same information was sent in an e-mail message on August 4, 2005.
  • Junior Leader University - Judy Taylor
    Three items are included in this 4-H mailing regarding the expansion of the Junior Leader University program statewide. The information includes a letter to 4-H contacts describing the program, a flyer to distribute to 4-H junior leaders in your county, and an enrollment form. For additional information, contact Judy Taylor at the Springfield Center.
  • New 4-H Program Year Suggestions for 2005-06 - Pat McGlaughlin
    Be sure to provide 4-H club leaders with the resources they need to have a terrific 4-H year. Attached are several items that you may want to include in your 4-H Club Start-Up packets. The first attachment provides you with a list of “Suggested Resources for the New 4-H Program Year”. Note – many of these items are available electronically.

    The other attachments are forms that can be used to collect valuable club information. This information can be useful as you plan county level youth development outreach efforts. The forms are all posted on the 4-H website under Club Resources. These forms can be used in their current format, or you may want to adapt them to meet your county program needs.

    The last two items can be used to alert 4-H club leaders of “ready-to-use” resources designed to fit in most club/group settings.

    Good luck as you begin a new 4-H Program Year!
  • Get Up & Move! Promotion - Sheri Seibold
  • Positive Youth Development Resources Available - Pat McGlaughlin
  • 2005-06 4-H Project Reference Catalog
    Please use this publication as a price reference guide for 4-H publications and special resources (ordered through 4-HDMS), other project reference support and a listing of counties providing county projects.
  • Illinois Electric Council Annual Report for 2004 - Bill Million
  • New Page Frames - Natalie Bosecker
    Happy New 4-H Year! New page frames were created to help you promote 4-H. These can be used as certificates, flyers, signs, etc. Enclosed are two packs (50 in each pack) of the two designs that were commercially printed. As of September 1, you may order additional packs of either of these page frames through 4-H DMS. They are available in packs of 50 for $2.00.

    A thumbnail of each page frame is on the web page (click on it & you'll see a larger image). The MS Word files are designed to be easily customized for local use. Portrait and landscape designs are available, including a few 2 per page designs that could be used for coupons or gift certificates. Additional designs may be created based on interest/need. Send comments to Natalie Bosecker.

 

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