~ NOVEMBER 2012 I am honored to introduce myself as the e new Warren County Youth Coordinator at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. I am a graduate of the University of South Florida and my professional career includes over 12 years of successful meeting planning, event management, sales, marketing, and public relations in the Des Moines business community. I reside in Norwalk with my husband, Andrew, who is a Master Sergeant at the Iowa Air National Guard ~ 132nd Fighter Wing, and our beautiful 19 month old baby girl, Briella. I m extremely excited to get to know my new Warren county 4-H 4 family including all the wonderful volunteers, talented 4-H 4 members and families in the upcoming months. Serving you and building a personal relationship with each and every one of you is of the upmost importance to me. I invite you to contact me at your convince, so I can meet with you personally as your schedule allows. I m looking forward to meeting all of you and addressing any of your challenges, questions or concerns! Sincerely, Beth McCutchan
4-H Recognition & Award Ceremony You re invited please Join us! Warren County 4-H Recognition & Award Ceremony Date: Sunday, November 18th Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Place: Indianola Parks & Recreation Building 2204 West Second Avenue This 4-H Recognition & Award Ceremony will showcase 4-H member s Record Book achievements. The award ceremony will be hosted by Senior 4-H Everyone is welcome to attend!! We encourage you to come congratulate our wonderful 4-H ers! Please send your 2011-2012 4-H year pictures via email to kpierson@iastate.edu for the 4-H for the slide show. OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday - Thursday 9 am - noon & 12:30-4:30 pm
Upcoming Event Calendar Save the Dates: November 1st Registration Citizenship Washington Focus continues 1st Senior 4-H Meeting 6th Deadline for Prudential Spirit of Community Award 8th Nestle Very Best in Youth Awards deadline 16th Re-Enrollment & Payments due 17th 4-H Youth Committee Meeting 18th Awards & Recognition Program 22nd Holiday Office Closed 23rd Holiday Office Closed December 1st Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc grant 4-H project applications due 1st Club Checks due at Extension 6th Senior 4-H Meeting 13th FIRST Tech Challenge qualifier tournament at West Des Moines 15th Beef Weigh-In! 24th Holiday Office Closed 25th Holiday Office Closed January 2013 13th Registration Deadline for CWF ISU Extension: Warren County, 909 E. Second Ave., Suite E, Indianola IA 50125 Phone: 515-961-6237 Hours: Tuesday Thursday: 9 am Noon & 12:30 4:30 pm
Please Re-Enroll in 4hOnline by 4:30 pm, Thursday, November 16, 2012. 4-H Re-enrollment Online is easy! Here s how: Go to https://iowa.4honline.com (you might want to bookmark this page) Logged in before: Select I have a profile. Enter family email address and password New User: Select: I forgot my password Check your email you will have a password emailed to you use that password on the login screen at https://iowa.4honline.com (you will have to choose a new pass-word) Your password must be a minimum of 8 characters, and must contain 2 of the 3: letters, numbers, symbols. Click edit next to name (under Member/Volunteer List) Verify or edit personal information. Don t forget to add your email and cell number Update Emergency Contact (someone other than yourself, if you can not be reached) Click Enroll for 2012-2013 to the 4-H member you are re-enrolling (bottom of page) Follow the steps to update all information as it is presented to you on the following screens, selecting continue until the process is complete (or until you have selected projects) When you are finished with all steps, select Submit Enrollment Re-Enrollments in 4hOnline and payments to your club are due by 4:30 pm, Thursday, November 16, 2012. Families not re-enrolled by that date will be charged a late fee of $25. Club checks are due at the Extension office by December 1, 2012! Check out Re-Enrollment and new Enrollment Process in this issue and in the September issue of 4-H Horizon
WARREN COUNTY EXTENSION 4-H NEWS Listen Up Cow-folk All 4-Hers who wish to exhibit market beef animals at the 2013 Warren County Fair must weigh and identify those animals. A maximum of 6 steers and 6 heifers may be weighed and ID d. All must be dehorned and males must have been castrated by weigh in. County Market Beef Time: 7-11 AM Ear Tag: $1.75/animal Market Beef ID s must be completed with tattoo, breed & sire information) and signed Notify weigh-in volunteer of Advanced Feeder Animal (pen of 3 market animals) Info: http://warrencofair.com/homepage.html Iowa State Fair and other 4-H Sponsored Show Exhibitors Time:11 am-12:30 pm State Fair retinal scan $5.00/animal plus ear tag. Ak-Sar-Ben DNA collection $5.00/animal plus ear tag. Beef Exhibitor Tidbits Affidavit of Warren County Produced Animal (must be turned in to Fair Secretary before last day of Fair Entry week) Reminder: Ear Tag Policy Eligibility after loss of an ear tag: A Market Beef Superintendent must re-tag the animal and obtain signatures on a triplicate form: (1 copy to Extension Office, 1 copy to Fair Office, 1 copy for Exhibitor) Weigh-In snow date is January 5, 2013. ISU Extension: Warren County, 909 E. Second Ave., Suite E, Indianola IA 50125 Phone: 515-961-6237 Hours: Tuesday Thursday: 9 am Noon & 12:30 4:30 pm
CWF Citizenship Washington Focus Take your 4-H experience to another level! Citizenship Washington Focus is an exciting eight-day citizenship program for youth age 15-19. CWF delegates learn about the democratic process and their role as citizens while they experience our nation s capital. View Current Grants and Award Opportunities Washington Focus (CWF), a summer educational conference offered at the National 4-H Youth Conference Center in Chevy Chase, Md., gives you the opportunity to explore, develop, and refine the civic engagement skills you need to be an outstanding leader in Warren County and at the national level. Through sightseeing tours in the living classroom of Washington, D.C. and hands-on educational workshops, you will learn about the history of our nation, the leaders who have shaped it, and how you can apply the leadership and citizenship skills you have learned a CWF when you return home. Specific trip info can be located at www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/cwf. Begin planning now for June 2013 For a community service project Norwalk Clover Kids are going to donate to Children and Families of Iowa. Leader, Val Hautekeete says, How wonderful would it be if we could give a shoebox of supplies every month! They help so many families, and we could help them so much. A wish list is going to be sent home with her Clover Kids each month asking for simple items. If your club wishes to join in support, please call Val at (515) 981-4094. OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday - Thursday 9 am - noon & 12:30-4:30 pm
The Panthers volunteer their time and talent to Meals from the Heartland to package meals to feed the hungry throughout the world Front to Back (L to R): Maggie Staudacher,Madely, Teske, Magalhaes, Aidan Hunnerdosse, Grace Jakes, Emma Jakes, Jonathan Huffer, Elliott Magalhaes, Amy Jakes, Andrew Haarstick, Peter Jakes, Nathan Magalhaes, Lydia Magalhaes. Nathan Magalhaes Elizabeth Williams, left and Renee Stadaucher Grace Jakes, Emma Jakes, Peter Jakes, Andrew Haarstick, and Madelyn Teske OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday - Thursday 9 am - noon & 12:30-4:30 pm
Warren County s Log Cabin Day s Parade 4-H Representatives: Left to Right: Madelyn Teske (Panthers), Olivia Johnson (Jackson Hilltoppers), Breanna Duffy (Norwalk 4-H All Stars), Shanda Johnston (Three Rivers 4-H Club), Baylee Jensen (White Oak Climbers), an Piet Kobussen (Horse Project Club). Nestle will honor youth who are making a profound impact on their communities by giving a $1,000 contribution to the charity of each young person's choice. Winners will also be sent to the "Very Best in Youth Awards" ceremony in Los Angeles. For more information, visit http://verybestinyouth.nestleusa.com/public/default.aspx The application deadline is November 8, 2012. Prudentiiall Spiiriit of Communiity Awards Applications are being accepted for the 2013 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards for Middle Level and High School Youth Volunteers. Please submit an application if you know you ve made a difference in the lives of others or if you know someone who has done so. Every middle level and high school in America, plus a number of local youth and service organizations, may select a Local Honoree. These honorees are then eligible for statewide recognition: a $1,000 award, a silver medallion, and an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., where the top ten youth volunteers of America will be named next May. The ten National Honorees receive additional $5,000 awards, gold medallions, crystal trophies, and $5,000 grants from The Prudential Foundation for nonprofit charitable organizations of their choice. AApp ppl llyy!!! Prior to November 6th! OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday - Thursday 9 am - noon & 12:30-4:30 pm
Whatt is i a PIIONEER Seed Grrantt? Each year Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. offers grants to 4-H clubs for local community improvement projects. The purpose is to provide seed money that clubs can use as a starting point on their project. Clubs need to find additional resources in their communities for their projects. Application forms are available at ISU Warren County Extension office. How much money is granted? Grants vary from $25 to $250. Proposals are reviewed by a committee of 4-H volunteers and staff. Clubs that received funding in past years must be undertaking a new project to be eligible for funding again. Grants are for new projects; not those already completed or in progress. How and when should you apply for a grant? Plan a community project based on a need in your community. Develop an action plan and timetable to accomplish your goal. Appoint committee chairs to provide leadership. Invite community partners to join or support your project. Create a budget to determine how much seed money you ll need. Set a deadline for completion, and decide who will write the final report. The completed grant application is due to ISU Warren Extension office by December 1. For more complete information check out www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/documents/pioneer Brochure.pdf PLEASE ATTEND: 4-H Youth Committee Meeting Thursday,, November 17th ~ 6::30 pm Warren County Extension office ~ OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday - Thursday 9 am - noon & 12:30-4:30 pm
Endowment Honors Loren Kruse 4-H Volunteers The Successful Farming/Loren Kruse Outstanding 4-H Leader Award will be given annually to one 4-H volunteer leader, nominated by a 4-H er or group of 4-H ers. The annual $1,000 award acknowledges 4-H volunteer leaders who have inspired 4-H ers to reach potentials far beyond what they could achieve without guidance and encouragement from caring adult volunteers. The award is permanently endowed by the Meredith Corporation Foundation and Edwin T. Meredith Foundations. Kruse, who retired from Successful Farming after a 36- year career, is a long-time supporter of Iowa 4-H, the youth development program of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, and a past president of the Iowa 4-H Foundation board of directors. When Loren served on the Iowa 4-H Foundation board, he spoke many times throughout the state. When representing the magazine, he spoke to groups across the country. His speeches often included a story about the value of his 4-H club leader who believed in him and encouraged him, said Albert Grunenwald, chief operating officer for the Iowa 4-H Foundation. Grunenwald shared a letter Kruse addressed to Iowa 4- H supporters several years ago. Kruse wrote, I think back to my bumbling early attempts as a 10-year-old speaker. I remember those 4-H leaders who encouraged me not to give up, but to keep working and practicing, and to find out how good I could really be. I will always be grateful to the dedicated volunteer leaders and extension professionals who lead America s 4-H programs. These people through 4-H made a difference in my life. They taught me life skills I use every day. Each annual recipient of the Successful Farming/Loren Kruse Outstanding 4-H Leader Award will have five options for use of the funds: 1. Use the funds to cover travel, registration and hotel costs for attending a volunteer 4-H leaders forum for continued inspiration. 2. Donate to the volunteer s 4-H club to fund a specific project. 3. Donate to the volunteer s county 4-H endowment. 4. Provide a scholarship to a 4-H er from the volunteer s county. 5. Donate to the Iowa 4-H Foundation in the volunteer s name. The first Successful Farming/Loren Kruse Outstanding 4-H Leader Award will be presented next summer at the 2013 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference, Grunenwald said. Individual 4-H ers and 4-H clubs will have an opportunity to nominate a current or alumni leader by Feb. 1, 2013, coinciding with other state 4-H recognition and award deadlines. OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday - Thursday 9 am - noon & 12:30-4:30 pm
WARREN COUNTY EXTENSION 4-H NEWS T ha n k Y o u W nc Coouun nttyy Waarrrreen V ol u n te e r s! N Neew wllyy A Appppooiinntteedd 44--H HV Voolluunntteeeerrss Beginning this fall (2012), new 4-H volunteers (those approved by the Council in 2012) committing to a long term experience working with 4-H youth as club, project, Clover Kids both leaders and assistants - are required to attend a multi-region new volunteer training within the first 12 months of being screened and approved as a 4-H volunteer. This training does not replace orientation and training already provided by county Extension offices. The 6-hour training is designed to give new volunteers a better working knowledge of positive youth development, the Iowa 4-H Equation, and tools that will help them be more confident and capable in their roles working with youth. The training includes breakout sessions for Clover Kid volunteers and club/project volunteers. Volunteers who attend receive a notebook of positive youth development resources and information. C Cuurrrreenntt 44--H HV Voolluunntteeeerrss Beginning this fall (2012), new two modules are required to be completed this year. If you were unable to attend the October 22nd, meeting, please be sure to go to Online Training to complete the 4-H Volunteer Risk Management Update 2012. You will be notified when the second required training entitled Experiential Learning will be available. YYoouu aarree m moorree tth haann jjuusstt aa W Waarrrreenn C Coouunnttyy 4 4--H H vvoolluunntteeeerr;; yyoouu aarree iinnssttrruum meennttaall iinn iinnssppiirriinngg tth hee nneexxtt ggeenneerraattiioonn!! TTH HA AN NK KY YOOUU!!!!!! OFFICE HOURS: - Thursday 9 am -tonoon & 12:30 Iowa State UniversityTuesday Extension programs are available all without regard-to4:30 race, pm color, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability.
As a 4-H Volunteer, You Can... Lead youth within school-based, after-school, and camp settings and in community clubs Serve as a chaperone, or as a committee member Teach youth using research-based university curricula Work with other adults to create fun, new programs for youth Share Your Interests: If you are interested in leading a project-based club, you can share your expertise to provide young people with learning opportunities as varied as rocketry, GPS mapping, public speaking, agricultural science, photography, community service, and so much more. Using research-based 4-H project curriculum, you will have the resources to learn as you teach. Either way, you will have the support you need from the Warren County ISU Extension office. You can also create a new project-based club and invite other youth and adults to join you in learning about that topic in your community. Join with Your Family: Interested in joining 4-H with your children? Families involved in 4-H report that they work better together by scheduling time to focus on developing communication skills, setting goals, and experiencing family-wide learning opportunities. A Perfect Fit: With a variety of flexible options, you can decide your level of involvement, based on your skills and time available. Learn More: For more information contact: Beth McCutchan, Warren County 4-H Youth Coordinator ISU Extension Warren County, 909 E 2nd Ave, Suite E, Indianola, IA. 50125 Office: 515-961-6237, BethMc@iastate.edu, Become a TODAY! OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday - Thursday 9 am - noon & 12:30-4:30 pm