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Associate Director Updates Now open …. New State 4-H Management Board Director positions!

Please consider using your time and talents as a Management Board Director. All youth (aged 16 by July 1) and adults are encouraged to apply! Positions available: Chair Vice Chair Secretary Treasurer Resource Development Director Marketing and Public Relations Director Four (4) Area Directors representing different areas of our state.

Apply online or download the application and mail it to the State 4-H Office. Encourage your 4-H’ers, adult volunteers, 4-H parents, and program partners to apply too. For job descriptions, selection process and much more visit: http://4h.ucanr.edu/Get_Involved/Management_Board. Applications are due March 31st. We are also recruiting for youth and adults to join the Management Board Committees and our Statewide 4-H Advisory Committees. We encourage youth members ages 14-19, 4-H adult volunteers, and program partners to apply. Applications for these committees are due May 31, 2016. Through participating on these committees you can help shape the 4-H Youth Development Program and make the best better!

You can find interesting story about historical events involving 4-H at: February 4-H History Preservation Newsletter

CA 4-H Newsletter March 2016

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Did you know?

National 4-H is hosting a series of webinars on new 4-H curriculum. If you’re interested in learning more about our 4-H curriculum, sign up for our webinars. For more information visit: https://event.on24.com/

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January 2015 Newsletter

4-H builds self-esteem, and helps youth to realize that their opinion counts and that they can make a

difference. -4-H Volunteer

Greetings from Washington DC!

Three of our team members- Jackie, Katie, and Laurel- went to the National 4-H Healthy Living Summit at the 4-H National Conference Center in Maryland. They presented a session on stress management to over 100 people from across the nation. The session received great reviews from all who attended. To show some California home-state spirit, ambassadors provided attendees with yellow California 4-H stress balls which were enjoyed by all. While attending the conference, the State Ambassadors met other 4-Hers from all over the nation, learning how 4-H operates and the different ways that other states incorporate Healthy Living in their state 4-H program. Jackie, Laurel and Katie also had an opportunity to meet one of the National 4-H Healthy Living Ambassadors from

California, Ru, who taught them about meditation. While in Maryland, they toured DC Cupcakes bakery and Georgetown Cupcake where they had the opportunity to meet the store owner, Sophie, pictured below. While in Washington D.C., the ambassadors also had the chance to go on a night tour, which was very cold. They saw multiple famous monuments including the Lincoln Memorial and White House. Overall, this was a great experience representing the UC ANR 4-H YDP and attending the National 4-H Healthy Living Summit. If you are interested in having the State Ambassador team present at your next event, please go to the California 4-H State Ambassador page to request them: http://4h.ucanr.edu/files/225727.pdf The State Ambassador team has been very busy presenting workshops this past month and planning aspects of upcoming events including State Leadership Conference and California Focus. Keep your eyes open for updates on state conferences and we hope to see you there!

Thanks,

2015-2016 State Ambassadors

Ambassador Corner

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California 4-H Foundation Updates

Recognizing the “Best of the Best” Through Statewide Scholarships and Awards

Are you looking for a meaningful way to directly invest in a young person’s future? Consider creating a named Golden Clover Award ($525 annual investment) or a Higher Education Scholarship ($1,000 annual investment). Not only will you have the satisfaction of helping a youth who has demonstrated outstanding leadership and citizenship skills, but you will have the ability to give back to 4-H for years to come while receiving recognition for your tremendous generosity and commitment. Recognition opportunities include naming the award or scholarship after your family or business name, an announcement in our statewide newsletters and your named scholarship or award listed on our website with a short bio about you or the family member you are honoring along with a picture or company logo.

Thanks to our generous donors, higher education scholarships are available to graduating high school and collegiate-age 4-H members to help fund educational expenses such as tuition and room and board. The Golden Clover Awards recognize outstanding achievements of members, volunteers, program staff, and groups within the 4-H Youth Development Program.

The California 4-H Foundation and the State 4-H Office work together to raise funds for and to administer the annual 4-H awards and scholarships. Information will be available on the website on April 1st at http://4h.ucanr.edu/Resources/Members/Scholarships_-_Awards/Scholarships_-_Awards/ The deadline to apply is June 1, 2016. Please contact Paula Allison, Foundation Executive Director, at plallison@ucanar.edu to learn more about creating a named award or scholarship through an annual donation or an endowment. “I had a wonderful experience at Cal Poly and grew more as a person than I thought possible. The 4-H scholarship I

received helped me to reach my educational goals as well as a personal goal to graduate from college debt-free.

Thank you so much for your support.” -Jason Colombini, 2013 Mabel Jacks Scholarship Recipient

Scholarships, Grants, and Awards

The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes Deadline: April 15

Karma for Cara Foundation Micro-grants for Service Projects Deadline: Rolling Home Depot Impact Grants Deadline: Rolling Start a Snowball Grant Deadline: Rolling

The Awesome Foundation Grants Deadline: Rolling New This Year! Summer 2016 Sustainability Grants YSA and the Sodexo Foundation will be offering sustainability grants during Summer 2016.

We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.

~ Winston Churchill

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Check out our statewide calendar of events, dates& deadlines!

JUNE 6/1 Scholarships for Higher Education App. Deadline 7/17-21 California Focus

JULY 7/10-16 Washington Focus Heritage Trail 7/10-19 Washington Focus Global Journey 7/11-15 2016 Leadership Washington Focus 7/28-31 State Leadership Conference

August 8/3-7 California State 4-H Classic

OCTOBER 10/9-13 National Assoc. of Extension 4-H Agents Conf.

NOVEMBER 11/4-6 Mindfulness Retreat 11/11-13 State Leaders’ Forum

4-H CALENDAR OF EVENTS

MARCH 3/13-16 4-H Shooting Sports Western Heritage Workshop 3/19 Small Animal Field Day Color Me Green 5K Run 3/31 Management Board Director Applications Due APRIL 4/1 CA 4-H Association Retreat Registration Due 4/1-3 California Camping Conference 4/9-16 2016 National 4-H Conference 4/15-17 Global Youth Service Day 4/15 National 4-H Hall of Fame MC & Entertainment Nominations Deadline

MAY 5/10-12 Navigating Difference Conference 5/4-6 CA 4-HAssociation Retreat 5/21 South Section Field Day and Fashion Revue 5/23-25 State Animal Science Symposium 5/28 State Field Day at UC Davis

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All New! California Washington Focus (CWF) Presidential Inauguration 2017 January 17-21, 2017 Registration Opens: Week of February 28, 2016 More information at 4h.ucanr.edu coming soon Learn the meaning and importance of the Democratic process; explore the history of the Presidency, the election process, the role of the press, the Executive Branch and careers; practice your role in citizenship through service WHAT YOU’LL SEE AND DO: Partake in workshops, sessions, and speakers; visit memorials, historical sites, and museums; experience Inauguration Day events; dance the night away on an Inaugural Ball dinner and dance cruise WHAT THE PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: Travel from California to Washington D.C (airline tickets and airport shuttles) 4 nights lodging; 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 4 dinners; transportation during the program; shirt, drawstring backpack, button, lanyard, cold weather accessories

Citizenship

Mar 1 at 2pm EST – Global Citizenship Alayne Torreta, Rutgers 4-H 4-H Citizenship programs empower young people to be well-informed citizens who are actively engaged in their communities and the world. Through a variety of teaching opportunities in Russia for 4-H professionals and teens, 4-H can increase understanding and bridge the cultural gap between the two countries. Youth of Russia and the United States can look into the future of their relations with optimism and confidence, and actively engage in seeking new directions of mutually beneficial cooperation between the two nations. Alayne Torreta received a 2015 NAE4-HA Citizenship award. URL: http://nifa-connect.nifa.usda.gov/citi/ Audio Conference Details Conference Number(s): 888-844-9904

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Arizona National Livestock Show (ANLS) Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted! Application Deadline: March 15, 2016

ANY and ALL college students who have been involved with ANLS as an exhibitor, contestant or volunteer are encouraged to apply. Scholarship applications and ALL supporting materials must be RECEIVED in the ANLS Office by March 15. The ANLS Scholarship Program currently awards more than $50,000 annually to students demonstrating an interest in agriculture. Scholarship and eligibility information, as well as an application can be found on the ANLS website at http://www.anls.org/p/about-anls/196.

Animal Science Symposium: May 23-25, 2016 The Animal Science Symposium will take place at the UC Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine. The symposium is a train-the-trainer professional development approach for 4-H staff, key 4-H volunteers, and FFA supervisors/teachers on important topics and skills related to animal welfare and animal health. The event will provide foundational training on the new Animal Welfare Proficiencies. The symposium is not open to 4-H youth members, but a career fair will take place during the evening of May 23rd. 4-H youth are invited to attend to learn about potential careers in the animal science and agricultural industries. Registration for this event will open in February, 2016. For more information visit: http://4h.ucanr.edu/4-H_Events/Symposium/.

California 4-H Horse Classic

Register your show at http://4h.ucanr.edu/4-H_Events/Horse_Classic/Equine_Qualifier_4-H_Events/ for it to be considered a qualifying show for the 2016 California 4-H Horse Classic. Please submit show results on the Classic Qualifying Show Results Sheet, which can be found at: http://4h.ucanr.edu/files/162863.xlsx. Looking for a qualifying Horse Show for the 2016 California 4-H Horse Classic? Visit http://4h.ucanr.edu/4-H_Events/ Horse_Classic/Equine_Qualifier_4-H_Events/.

Animal Sciences

Alone we can do so little. Together we can do so much.

~ Helen Keller

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2016 Camping Conference The State 4-H Camping Advisory Committee invites you to attend the 2016 Camping Conference. Filled with enlightening workshops, engaging activities, and new ideas, this 3-day getaway is a great opportunity to improve your camping programs and meet others who are just as passionate about camp as you are! Our Keynote Speaker, Dr. Jim Cain, is an industry leader in teambuilding and adventure education. Plus, experienced 4-H staff, volunteers, and youth from around the state will be facilitating workshops such as “Nature Activities the Rock,” “When Stuff Hits the Fan,” “Astronomy, ” “Compliance Made Easy,” and much more!

WHEN: April 1-3, 2016 WHERE: Nevada 4-H Camp, 1 4-H Road, Stateline, NV 89449 WHO: Teen camp staff, adult volunteers, & 4-H staff COST: $175 (by Mar 15th), $35 (additional archery cost)

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4-H’ers. Green 365

days a year.

Camping

State Leaders’ Forum November 11-13, 2016 Registration opens on April 1

Mark your calendars to attend the final State Leaders' Forum for a couple of years. Come to Sonoma County and the Flamingo Hotel in Santa Rosa to expand your tool box when working with young people. The committee is motivated to create an enlightening experience for you. Scintillating speakers, first class workshops, and clever activities highlight the never-ending quest to ensure you will have monumental memories. We are searching for workshop presenters who are willing to share their out-of-seats delivery. Please contact Education Chair - Linnaea Knisely (linnaeak@gmail.com). In the mean time visit the website http://ucanr.edu/4hslf for updates.

Volunteer Development

Find Out More: http://4h.ucanr.edu/Programs/Camps/Resources_for_Staff_and_Volunteers/CampingConference_128/ Camping Webinars for Camp Staff and Directors

Webinar on Training Youth Camp Staff Recording - http://uc-d.adobeconnect.com/p2scz7623d9/ Presentation - http://uc-d.adobeconnect.com/p7ka14dfm6f/

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Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try.

Evaluation

Get updates, tips, articles, and more on our social media sites! It’s a good way to stay informed on what’s happening with 4-H in California.

Communications

Thank you to everyone who has completed their Spark Score surveys. You are constantly growing and changing, and you may not answer questions the same from one point in time to the next! By doing the surveys once or twice a year, we can see how youth in 4-H are developing and changing. These surveys are our way to find out about you and how the UC ANR 4-H Youth Development Program is doing overall!

The Public Value of 4-H

We want help telling your 4-H story! In August 2013, six “public values” were developed to tell our communities what 4-H does for our young people and what our young people do for their communities. Here are the public values: 4-H increases personal responsibility that positively contributes to communities. 4-H increases the economic sustainability, growth, and prosperity, of California's global economy. 4-H increases civic engagement to strengthen communities. 4-H improves public health and safety. 4-H ensures a safe, sustainable, and secure food supply. 4-H reduces public costs to society.

If you’d like to share a personal or program story related to any of public values, please contact the 4-H Evaluation Coordinator, Kendra Lewis, at kmlewis@ucanr.edu.

Are you leading an iSprout, iGrow, or iThrive project? If so, let us know how it is going! iSprout: https://ucanr.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_e5TPsTjt3Kknt7D iGrow or iThrive: https://ucanr.edu/survey/survey.cfm?surveynumber=16012

Thrive

Healthy Living Pledge to drink more water! Each Wednesday take a picture of yourself drinking water and post it to Facebook, Twittr, and Instagram. Be sure to #4hwaterwed to show your commitment to healthy living. For more information on the importance of hydration and ideas for your club visit: http://4h.ucanr.edu/Projects/HealthyLiving/

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4-H: Changing lives everyday. PROGRAM UPDATES

My Preparedness Story: Staying Healthy and Resilient Video Challenge Submission Dates : Jan 04, 2016 - Mar 29, 2016

Take action ahead of an emergency can help individuals, families, and communities fully prepare to prevent or minimize potential health impacts. Young people can help their families, friends, and communities become stronger by protecting their health during disasters and every day. This contest invites young people between the ages of 14 and 23 to create a short video, 60 seconds or less, that answers the question, “How are you helping family, friends, and community to protect their health during disasters and every day?”

4-H THROWDOWN – STATE FAIR

This July at the California State Fair, all 4-H members are invited to take part in the 4-H ThrowDown. The event is divided by age and themes. Each teach will consist of three youth members who will be given 15 minutes to prep and then an hour to cook a three course meal. A panel of judges will taste all prepared courses and award a winner. For more information http://4h.ucanr.edu/Projects/HealthyLiving/Additional_Opportunities/

FREE: EVERY KID IN A PARK PASS A new White House youth initiative to get all 4th graders and their families to experience the places that are home to our country’s natural treasures, rich history, and vibrant culture FREE OF CHARGE! The Every Kid in a Park pass is good for the 2015-2016 school year, until August 31, 2016. Information on obtaining the pass is available by visiting www.everykidinapark.gov.

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Military Program

Month of the Military Child

April marks the nation's "Month of the Military Child", a time to honor youth impacted by deployment. In celebration, we invite you to join us on Friday, April 15 to "Purple Up! for Military Kids" as a visible way to celebrate and thank military children for their strength and sacrifices. Purple is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military, as it is the combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine red, and Navy blue.

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Learn by doing.

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)

4-H STEM Task Force for the National Association of Extension 4-H Agents (NAE4-HA) http://www.nae4ha.com/committees-task-forces

USA Science and Engineering Festival Dates: April 16 & 17, 2016

The 4th USA Science & Engineering Festival, the largest and only NATIONAL science festival, features nationwide contests and school programs, including our popular 'Nifty Fifty' science speaker program and X-STEM Symposium. Celebrate science at the Expo, and engage in activities with some of the biggest names in STEM, hear stories of inspiration and courage, and rock out to science during our incredible stage show performances. For more information visit: http://www.usasciencefestival.org/

SciGirls Seven: How to Engage Girls in STEM

The SciGirls Seven, is rooted in what research has revealed engages girls in STEM, these strategies have also been proven to work with all learners, including underrepresented youth. For more information visit: http://scigirlsconnect.org/page/scigirls-seven

Shooting Sports

4-H Shooting Sports Western Heritage Workshop March 13 – 16, 2016

Plans are underway to host a 4-H Shooting Sports Western Heritage Workshop in California. It will be held at the Safety First Shooting Association in Winton, CA (Merced County). More information and registration material will be sent out when the details are finalized. Those who pass the certification training will be certified to lead a 4-H Western Heritage project. For more information about the project and the location visit:

Western Heritage Project http://www.4-hwesternheritageproject.org/

Safety First Shooting Association http://www.safetyfirstshooting.org/

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State Fashion Review Saturday, May 28

The SFR committee has been working hard to create new memories for a fantastic State Fashion Revue at UC Davis on Saturday, May 28. Members, leaders, and parents please check the 4-H website for updated news at http://4h.ucanr.edu/4-H_Events/SFD/SFR/ . The updated Scorecards and Guide for Judges have been posted. The entry website at http://ucanr.edu/sfr2016register is now open. The entry deadline is May 14. Each county must provide one judge for every five entries from their county. Please help us make this year successful by following these guidelines. We are also always in need of adult room monitors. Register judges and room monitors at http://ucanr.edu/sfr2016judges. New this year at SFR is a Silent Auction. Donations are gladly accepted to help with the expenses of putting on the event. There are also some exciting workshops planned this year! Categories for 2016 are Traditional, Consumer Science Purchased $40, Upcycled, Western Wear Challenge (a western shirt), and Muslin Challenge. And don’t forget the community service projects for Recycled Bags and Port Pillows, which are also posted on the website. If you have questions, contact Sue Moore, SFR Registrar, at 2moores@mlode.com or Mary Engebreth at maryengebreth@comcast.net.

To succeed, you need something to hold onto,

something to motivate you, something to inspire you.

Other Updates

2016 National 4-H Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony – Call for MC and Entertainment Nominations Due to the State 4-H Office by April 15, 2016 The 2016 National 4-H Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is scheduled for October 7, 2016 at the National 4-H Youth Conference Center in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Applications are being accepted for a 4-H member to serve as the master/mistress of ceremonies and one to provide entertainment (vocal or instrumental) for this event. Details on how to apply are provided on the respective applications below. The State 4-H Office may nominate one candidate for consideration for each. Applications are due to the State 4-H Office by April 15, 2016 so applications can be reviewed and nominations for California selected and submitted by the deadline. If multiple applications are received the State 4-H Incentives and Recognition Advisory Committee will review and recommend nominees to Shannon Horrillo, Associate Director of 4-H Program and Policy for final selection. The State 4-H Office will submit the application packets from states’ nominees by the May 1st deadline. If you have any questions, contact the State 4-H Office at ca4h@ucanr.edu or 530-750-1334. Please see the attached announcement and application forms. We look forward to once again having outstanding 4-H youth involved in the Hall of Fame ceremony this year.

2016 National 4-H Hall of Fame MC & Entertainer Application State Leader Letter 2016 National 4-H Hall of Fame MC Application 2016 National 4-H Hall of Fame Entertainer Application

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It is the policy of the University of California (UC) and the UC Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources not to engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person in any of its programs or activities (Complete nondiscrimination policy statement can be found at http://ucanr.edu/sites/anrstaff/files/169224.pdf). Inquiries regarding ANR’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to Linda Marie Manton, Affirmative Action. Contact, University of California, Davis, Agriculture and Natural Resources, 2801 Second Street, Davis, CA 95618-7774, (530) 750-1318.

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