2016 - 2017

Awards and

Nominations Packet

All Award Applications and Nominations are due to the Grimes County Extension Office

No Later Than Sunday, July 23

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Table of Contents

Page 3 – 10: Award Description and Eligibility Requirements

Page 11 – 12: Distinguished Volunteer Nomination Form

Page 13: Father of the Year Nomination Form

Page 14: Mother of the Year Nomination Form

Page 15: Friends of 4-H Nomination Form

Page 16 – 18: Gold Star and “I Dare You” Application

Page 19 – 20: Junior of the Year, Intermediate of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Bronze Star Award and Silver Star Award Application

Page 21 – 22: Project Form

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Grimes County 4-H Awards Program

Each year, outstanding county 4-Hers are recognized at the County 4-H Awards Banquet. Awards are based on information contained in the 4-H Record Book. (Guidelines and instructions for assembly of record books can be obtained from the Extension Office.) The following awards are given on an annual basis. Competitive awards may only be received once in the 4-H member’s career and 4-H members must submit a record book to be eligible. A panel of judges will interview each finalist, no make-up interviews will be given unless under extreme emergency. Each award may only be won once.

COMPETITIVE AWARDS

SENIOR AWARDS:

Gold Star Award

The Gold Star Belt Buckle is the highest county achievement award and intended to be received only once in a member's 4-H career. Two (2) recipients may receive the award annually.

Eligibility RequirementsThe applicant must be a member in good standing with a local 4-H Club and with the Grimes 4-H program. He or she must have been enrolled in 4-H by January 1 of the previous year. The member must be at least 15 years of age as of September 1 of the current year and must have completed at least 3 years in 4-H at the end of the current 4-H year. The 4-H member must have completed projects in three different project areas, including submission of appropriate record forms, and have participated in activities in three or more of the following areas:

o Educational Presentation Contesto Citizenship/service activitieso Leadership Labso 4-H public relations/promotiono Project group/workshopso Project exhibito Camp

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Applicants will be judged on the following criteria during the last three years as evidenced by their 4-H Record Book: Leadership, Community Service, and Project Work. Applicant must not have previously received the Gold Star Award.

Applicants will be judged on the following systems during the awards interview:

• Question responses• Poise• Leadership

I Dare You Award

The I Dare You Award is offered as recognition of excellence in character and well-balanced personal development as well as demonstrated leadership. Up to (3) recipients may be selected annually for the award.

Eligibility Requirements The applicant must be a member in good standing with a local 4-H Club and with the Grimes 4-H program. He or she must have been enrolled in 4-H by January 1 of the previous year. The member must be at least 14 years of age as of September 1 of the current year. Applicants will be judged on the following criteria during the last three years as evidenced by their 4-H Record Book:

• Leadership,• Community Service,• Project Work.

Applicants will be judged on the following systems during their awards interview: • Question responses• Poise• Leadership

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Intermediate Awards:

Silver Star Award The Silver Star Award will be presented each year to (two) outstanding 4-H Intermediate members at the County Awards Banquet. Eligibility Requirements: The 4-H’er must be at least 11 years of age as of September 1 of the current year. The 4-H member must have completed at least two (2) years in 4-H, including the current year. Applicants will be judged on the following criteria during the last two years as evidenced by their 4-H Record Book: • Leadership, • Community Service, • Project Work. Applicants will be judged on the following system:

• Question responses • Poise • Leadership

Intermediate 4-Her of the Year Award The Intermediate 4-H’er of the Year Award is presented to two Intermediate 4-H Members each year for outstanding accomplishment and participation in the Grimes 4-H program during the current 4-H year. Eligibility Requirements The applicant must be a member in good standing with a local 4-H Club and with the Grimes 4-H program. He or she must have been enrolled in 4-H by January 1 of the previous year. The member must be at least 11 years of age as of September 1 of the current year. Applicants will be judged on the following criteria during the current 4-H year as evidenced by their 4-H Record Book:

• Leadership, • Community Service, • Project Work.

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Applicants will be judged on the following systems: • Question responses• Poise• Leadership

Junior Awards:

Bronze Star The Bronze Star Award will be presented each year to (two) outstanding 4-H junior members at the County Awards Banquet.

Eligibility Requirements:The 4-H’er must be at least 8, 9 or 10 years of age as of September 1 of the current year. The 4-H member must be in their first, second or third year. A 4-H member may not receive the Bronze Star and Rookie of the year Award in the same year. The 4-H member must submit a record book in the year he/she is to be considered for the award. Applicants will be judged on the following criteria during the previous and current year as evidenced by their 4-H Record Book:

• Leadership,• Community Service,• Project Work.

Applicants will be judged on the following system based on the awards interview: • Question responses• Poise• Leadership

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Junior 4-Her of the Year Award

The Junior 4-H’er of the Year Award is presented to two Junior 4-H Members each year for outstanding accomplishment and participation in the Grimes 4-H program during the current 4-H year.

Eligibility Requirements:The applicant must be a member in good standing with a local 4-H Club and with the Grimes 4-H program. He or she must have been enrolled in 4-H by January 1 of the previous year. The member must be 8, 9, or 10 years of age as of September 1 of the current year. Applicants will be judged on the following criteria during the current 4-H year as evidenced by their 4-H Record Book:

• Leadership,• Community Service,• Project Work.

Applicants will be judged on the following systems: • Question responses• Poise• Leadership

Open Age Division:

Rookie of the Year Award

The Rookie of the Year Award is given annually to two first year 4-H members for outstanding participation in the Grimes County 4-H Program.

Eligibility Requirements The applicant must be a member in good standing with a local 4-H Club and with the Grimes County 4-H program. He or she must have been enrolled in 4-H by September 1 of the previous year. The applicant must be between the ages of 8 and 18 as of September 1 of the current year or in at least the third grade during the previous school year, and be a first year 4-H member.

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Applicants will be judged on the following criteria during the current 4-H year as evidenced by their 4-H Record Book:

• Leadership,• Community Service,• Project Work.

Applicants will be judged on the following systems based on the awards interview: • Question responses• Poise• Leadership

4-H PROJECT AWARDS AND RECORD BOOKCOMPETITION

4-H Project Awards will be presented annually to 4-H members who submit completed 4-HRecord Books in one of the project categories of the 4-H County Record Book Competition.Blue, red or white ribbons will be awarded in 4-H Record Book Competitions. Top countyintermediate, junior and senior record books in each of the project areas will advance toDistrict 4-H Record Book Competition. In addition, winning senior record books may advanceto the State 4-H Record Book Competition, and be eligible for other awards programs andscholarships.Project pins will be awarded to 4-H’ers with 1(Bronze pin), 2 (Silver pin), and 3 or more (Goldpin) projects based on the project report form.

Eligibility RequirementsThe applicant must be a member in good standing with a local 4-H Club and with the Grimes 4-H program. He or she must have been enrolled in 4-H by January 1 of the previous year. The member must have been at least 8 years old by September 1 of the current year, or in at least the third grade during the previous school year. The 4-H member must submit a complete 4-H Record Book or project completion form in a project area of the County 4-H Record Book Competition in the year he or she is to be considered for the award.

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4-H Key Awards

The 4-H Key Award is non-competitive recognition awarded to each 4-H member who meets certain criteria for excellence and commitment to a broad range of 4-H activities. Standards for each of the key awards included strong project work and exhibits; club, county, and district participation and leadership; community service; method demonstrations; and record keeping. The high standards for the key awards guarantee an elite group of recipients.

Bronze Key Award

Each Junior member will be designated a Bronze Key 4-Her if he or she meets the following criteria during any 4-H year: • Completes at least one project during the current 4-H year.• Turns in a completed 4-H Record Book in the year he or she is being considered for the

award.• Does a method demonstration, illustrated talk or public speech on at least one project.• Serves on a planning committee at the club or county level.• Participates in a community service project.

Silver Key Award

Each Intermediate 4-H member will be designated a Silver Key 4-Her if he or she meets the following criteria during any 4-H year:

• Completes at least 2 projects during the current 4-H year.• Turns in a completed 4-H Record Book in the year he or she is being considered for the

award.• Does a method demonstration, illustrated talk or public speech on at least one project.• Participates in a "promote 4-H" activity.• Takes a prospective 4-H member to a 4-H activity as a guest.• Participates in at least one school, community, or church activity.• Assists 4-H leader with a least 2 club or project group activities.• Serves on a planning committee at the county level.• Participates in a community service project.

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Gold Key Award

Each Senior 4-H member will be designated a Gold Key 4-Her if he or she meets the following criteria during any 4-H year:

• Completes at least 4 projects during the current 4-H year.• Turns in a completed 4-H Record Book in the year he or she is being considered for the

award.• Does two method demonstrations, illustrated talks or public speeches on at least one

project.• Participates as an exhibitor in the Grimes County Fair.• Participates in a "promote 4-H" activity• Participates in at least two school, community or church activities.• Serves as a Junior or Teen Leader for a club or project group.• Participates in County 4-H Council, attending at least 2 meetings.• Serves on at least one county level planning committee.

Participates in at least one 4-H leadership activity at the District or State Lev

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2016 - 2017 Nomination for

Distinguished 4-H Volunteer Leader AwardGrimes County

Name of Nominee:

Address:

Phone Number: Occupation:

Number of Years as 4-H Leader: Club Name:

Nominated by:

1. How did this person first become involved in 4-H work?

2. What do you consider the most outstanding accomplishment of this person in 4-H?

3. What specific impact has this persons contribution to 4-H made on 4-H members, volunteers, andprograms? (Include number of 4-H members with whom leader works and 4-H member’s developmentand recognition as a result of leader’s efforts)

A: Local Leadership

B: County and District Leadership

4. List leadership participation in other activities (civic, youth, public, church, school activities).

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2016-2017 Nomination for

Father of the Year

Name of Nominee:

Address:

Phone Number: Nominated by:

1. List services to your local 4-H Club.

2. List services to Grimes County 4-H.

3. Why do you think this person is deserving of this award of Father of the Year?

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2016-2017 Nomination for

Mother of the Year

Name of Nominee:

Address:

Phone Number: Nominated by:

1. List services to your local 4-H Club.

2. List services to Grimes County 4-H.

3. Why do you think this person is deserving of this award of Mother of the Year?

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2016-2017 Nomination for

Friends of 4-H Award Grimes County

Name of Nominee:

Address:

Phone Number: Nominated by:

1. List services to your local 4-H Club.

2. List services to Grimes County 4-H.

3. List of services to other organizations with an indirect benefit to 4-H.

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2016-2017

4-H Gold Star Award & Danforth “I Dare You” ApplicationApplication is due by July 23rd, 2017 to the Grimes County Extension Office

Gold Star Danforth “I Dare You”

Applicant: Last Name First Name Middle

Mailing Address:

County: Number of years in 4-H Club Work:

Name of your 4-H club:

Age (as of September 1, 2013): Birth Date:

What projects do you consider to be your primary area of involvement?

What life skills (i.e. or record keeping, public speaking, ect.) have you learned through this/these projects? What did you enjoy most about this project?

What influence has your 4-H involvement had on your family?

What do you consider to be your most meaningful 4-H experience?

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Has 4-H helped you in making future plans and goals? If so, what are your plans and goals at this time?

What is the most meaningful award/recognition you have received as a result of your 4-H involvement?

How have others gained from your leadership experiences?

What suggestion(s) would you make to change your county’s 4-H program and what would you be willing to do to help make this change?

If you were to receive this award, please provide a biography in 250 words or less to read at the awards banquet.

Signature of Applicant Date

Signature of Parent/Guardian or 4-H Leader Date

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2016-2017 Junior & Intermediate 4-Her of the Year, Silver Star Award,

Rookie of the Year and Bronze Star Award Application Application is due by July 23rd, 2017 to the Grimes County Extension Office

Name of 4-H Member:

Number of Years in 4-H (Including this Year):

Name of 4-H Club:

Award Applying for: Intermediate 4-Her of the Year Silver Star Rookie of the Year Bronze Star Junior 4-Her of the Year

1. List any offices held in 4-H (Club or County).

2. Have you served as a junior/teen leader in an activity or project? If so, please list the activity orproject.

3. Highlight your most meaningful 4-H projects.

4. List committees in which you have participated on.

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5. List all activities you have participated in. Such as method demonstration/4-H presentations, contests,camps, citizenship and community service activities, etc.

6. What is the project area that you completed your record book on?

7. Why do you think you should receive this award?

8. If you were to receive this award, please provide a biography in 250 words or less to read at theawards banquet.

Signature of Applicant Date

Signature of Parent/Guardian or 4-H Leader Date

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2016- 2017

Grimes County 4-H Project Record Form

Name: Address: City: Years in 4-H: Age as of 8/31/2016: Main Project Area: Club: _

4-H Projects: Please circle the projects in which you have completed at least six learning experiences. Each project must include community service and leadership experiences. Clothing & Textiles

Consumer Education

Family Life

Goat

Horse

Photography

Public Speaking

Recreation

Safety

Shooting Sports

Veterinary Science

Beef

Communication/Expressive Arts

Dairy

Food & Nutrition

Health

Leadership

Plant & Soil Science

Poultry

Rabbit

Science, Engineering & Technology

Wildlife & Fisheries

Citizenship & Civic Education

Gardening & Horticulture

Housing & Home Environment

Personal Development

Sheep

Swine

Companion Animals

Natural Resources

Entomology

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For each project area circled, complete the following information. Remember if you are completing a 4-H Record Book, it is not necessary to complete a Project Record Form.

PROJECT ACTIVITIES & EXPERIENCES LEADERSHIP COMMUNITY SERVICE &

CITIZENSHIP GOALS &

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

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Please complete the form as thoroughly as possible. This will assist the judges in the awards process and in sure the correct 4-H key award is given. Please see tips and examples below for guidance. Example of Project Record Form Completed:

PROJECT ACTIVITIES & EXPERIENCES LEADERSHIP COMMUNITY SERVICE &

CITIZENSHIP GOALS &

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Food & Nutrition

• Contests: County, District, and State Food Shows

• County Foods Workshop • Club Tour of Ball Canning

Facility

• Food Club First Vice President

• Club meeting presentation on Honey

• Food Challenge Workshop Youth Leader

• Food Drive: Club & County

• Easter Basket Drive • Collected Pull Tabs

Goal: Compete at the State Level Food Show Accomplishments: Increased knife skills; Learned MyPlate; Decreased sugar in diet.

Tips:

• Use concise bullet points • Form may be typed, computer generated (PDF fillable form), or handwritten. Please make sure any handwritten forms

are legible. If the form cannot be read, it will not be judged. • Make sure signatures are complete when turning in form. • Only projects listed on the Texas 4-H Club Project list will be accepted. Please see list on page 19.

I certify that all information on this Project Record Form is true and all work, experiences, and contests have been completed. ____________________________________ 4-H Member Signature Parent Signature Date Club Manager Signature Club Date