Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development New Parent Orientation This is 4-H Core Competencies, Unit 1 Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service Service
Dec 28, 2015
Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development
New Parent Orientation
This is 4-H Core Competencies, Unit 1
Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Oklahoma Cooperative Extension ServiceService
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What is 4-H?
Youth development component of the Cooperative Extension Service
Largest youth serving organization in the world
Primary purpose is education and youth development
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4-H Membership
5-19 years old5-19 years oldCloverbuds – non-
competitive program for 5-8 year olds
Traditional membership 9-19 years old
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ParticipationThe Oklahoma
Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.
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History of 4-H4-H was originally a means for reaching adults, through their
children, with improved home and farm practices.
19021902Boys & Girls ClubsBoys & Girls Clubs
EstablishedEstablished
19721972Focus BroadenedFocus Broadened
191119114-H Name and Clover4-H Name and Clover
AdoptedAdopted
19141914Clubs became part Clubs became part
of Agriculture Serviceof Agriculture Service
19991999Essential ElementsEssential Elements
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Essential Elements of 4-H
Belonging1. Positive Relationship
with a caring adult2. An inclusive
environment3. A safe environment
Heart
Mastery4. Engagement in
Learning5. Opportunity for
Mastery
Health
Independence6. Opportunity to see
oneself as an active participant in the future
7. Opportunity for self-determination
Head
Generosity8. Opportunity to value
and practice service for others
Hands
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4-H educates through…Individual Project Work
Local ClubsCounty, District and State
Activities and EventsShort-Term ProgramsSchool EnrichmentAfterschool Programs
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4-H Project WorkGateway to the member“Learn by Doing”Tool for developing capable
adultsTeaches desirable habits
and attitudesLearn to help one’s self,
which leads to helping others
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The Purpose of 4-H Projects“Create a blue ribbon childnot a blue ribbon project.”
Life Skills DevelopmentDecision MakingGoal SettingPlanning, Implementing and
EvaluatingAccepting ResponsibilityCommunicatingTeamwork and Cooperation Record Keeping
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Goals and Objectives of the 4-H Project
Develop Skills Learn by DoingGain KnowledgeAccept ResponsibilityCreate OwnershipExplore CareersProvide a Sense of Achievement
and AccomplishmentCreate Family and Community
Ties
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How to Select a 4-H Project
Interests, needs and capabilities of the member
Opportunity for sufficient challenge and growth
Family situationAvailability of adequate financingAvailability of equipment and
spaceAvailability of leadership for the
project
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4-H Project ProvidesAn Opportunity for…
1. Developing Subject Matter Skills2. Life Skills Development3. Participation4. Developing Communication
Skills5. Keeping Records6. Sharing Ideas7. Productive Leisure Time8. Recognition
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Sample of 4-H Projects
Health and FitnessElectric EnergyFoods ScienceLeisure EducationAnimal ScienceEntomologySport Fishing
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Parent’s Role in 4-H Project Work
Aide in selecting, financing and managing Guide and support work without doing it
for them Encourage follow-through and completion Give praise and encouragement Assist in gathering tools and supplies Encourage record keeping Provide support and transportation Assist organizational, project and activity
leaders Become a project or activity leader Serve on committees to plan and
implement club activities or project meetings
Become a certified 4-H volunteer
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History of Cooperative Extension Service
1862 Morrill Act Establishing Land-Grant Colleges
Oklahoma State University1890 Institutes – Langston
University1914 Cooperative Extension
Service Established1994 Institute
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The Purpose for Cooperative Extension
EducationEducationResearch Based InformationFormal and Informal Education4-H Youth DevelopmentHome & Community Education
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“Cooperative” refers to a partnership
between…
CES
Federal
State County
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“Cooperative” refers to…
Funding received from multiple levels:
Federal – National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA)
State – Higher Ed. BudgetCounty – Govt. or Sales Tax
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Who is OCES?Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Oklahoma Cooperative Extension
ServiceService
Agriculture Sciences & Natural Resources
Family & Consumer Sciences
Rural Development4-H Youth Development
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4-H Roles4-H MemberFamilyCertified VolunteerVolunteerExtension Educator
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4-H
Role
s
4-H Member
Take responsibility for setting goals, working toward the goals, keeping records and being a role model in deeds and actions.
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4-H
Role
s
Family
Encourage participation in 4-H programs at the local and county level and to assist in the development of the 4-H member.
Support local and county 4-H program through time, talent and financial support.
Work cooperatively with other families and 4-H volunteers.
Participate in Parent-Volunteer Training to enhance personal knowledge of 4-H, as well as, to assist and guide your child.
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4-H
Role
s
Certified Volunteer
Have participated in a selection process and orientation session.
Annually participate in Parent-Volunteer training, enroll and agree to accept and follow the Oklahoma 4-H Behavioral Guidelines.
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4-H
Role
s
Volunteer Provide leadership to the local and
county 4-H program. Leadership will include planning, developing, implementing and evaluating programs and activities.
Work cooperatively with 4-H families, volunteers and Extension Educators.
Participate in Parent-Volunteer Training to enhance personal knowledge of 4-H and to assist in the development of 4-H members.
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4-H
Role
s
Extension Educator Provide leadership and direction to local
and county 4-H program. Para-professionals provide support to the
Extension Educator. Provide Parent-Volunteer Training at the
county, district and state levels. Training shall provide the tools and knowledge that parents and volunteers need to successfully implement, maintain and develop 4-H clubs and members.
Provide the support and training for the implementation of a volunteer led program at the local and county level.
Work cooperatively with volunteers, families and 4-H members.
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The “BigBig” Picture
Parent-Vol. Training
County Extension Office Extension Educators
District and State4-H Program Specialists
Camp
Jr. Achievement Trip County Fair
Picnic Awards Program
Mall Day Awards and Recognition
Activity Committee
Public Speaking Share the Fun
Fabric and Fashions Healthy Living Fair
Horse Show Foods Fair
Event Committee
Public Speaking Horticulture
Computer Fabric and Fashion
Dog Foods
Poultry Fitness
Project Leaders Parent-Volunteer Org.Executive Committee
Parent-Volunteer Association Youth CouncilAmbassadorsTeen Leaders
Program AdvisoryCommittee
Fund Raising Donor Recruitment
Annual Meeting Golf Tournament
4-H Foundation
Local 4-H Club
Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service
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Activity Leader
Project Leader
Organizational Leader
Teen Leader
Committee(s) of Members
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Leader – primary leadership for 4-H club. They coordinate, guide and provide leadership. Possess good communication skills.
Activity Leader – primary leadership for planning and coordinating an activity through a committee of youth and adults. (Share-the-Fun, Picnic, Service Project, etc.)
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primary leadership educating and training members in a specific subject matter.
Teen Leader – assists local leadership. As skills are acquired they may serve as an activity, project or organizational leader.
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Families – actively participate in club meetings, committees and activities. Share time, talents and skills with club.