4-h and your school or afterschool: perfect partners the ohio state university extension
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4-H and Your School or Afterschool: PERFECT PARTNERS
The Ohio State University Extension
WHAT IS 4-H?
• Founded in 1902 in Springfield, Ohio• Nation’s largest youth development
program• 6.5 million youth from urban, suburban &
rural areas participate in 4-H• 540,000 volunteers nationwide• 60 million alumni• One in every six Ohioans• Managed by the state land-grant university (OSU)
WHERE DO I FIND 4-H IN OHIO?
Former OSU President E. Gordon Gee was in 4-H
4-H is a part of The Ohio State University through OSU Extension. For additional information log on to:
www.ohio4h.orgwww.extension.osu.eduhttp://franklin.osu.eduhttp://www.youtube.com/user/OSUExtension
Diversity Statement
Ohio State University Extension embraces human diversity and is committed to ensuring that all research and related educational programs are available to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status. This statement is in accordance with United States Civil Rights Laws and the USDA.
Keith L. Smith, Associate Vice President for Agricultural Administration; Associate Dean, College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences; Director, Ohio State University Extension and Gist Chair in Extension Education and Leadership. TDD No. 800-589-8292 (Ohio only) or 614-292-6181.
National 4-H Center
4-H Emblem
WHAT DO THE H’S MEAN?
• Head—Managing, Thinking
• Heart—Relating, Caring
• Hands—Giving, Working
• Health—Being, Living
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Three types of learning experiences:
1.Hands-on (making, producing, practicing, observing, etc.)
2.Organized activities (field trips, demonstrations, workshops, camps, etc.)
3.Leadership/Citizenship (conducting, planning, assisting, informing, organizing, etc.)
LIFE SKILLS MODEL
Source: Patricia Hendricks, “Targeting Life Skills Model: Incorporating developmentally appropriate learning opportunities to assess impact of life skill development (Rev. Ed.).Iowa State University, 4H-137A
EIGHT IMPACTS OF 4-H:
1. Opportunity to value & practice service
2. Self-determination3. Positive relationships with caring adults4. Emotionally & physically safe place5. Inclusive environment6. Engagement in learning7. Opportunity for mastery8. Ability to see oneself as active
participant
Kansas State University, National Impact Project Steering Group, 2000
TEACH A MAN TO FISH…
“Experiential learning, or learning by doing, is the most effective way of helping children gain knowledge, since it engages learners actively, encourages them to think and puzzle things out for themselves, makes them work harder, and ultimately helps them to learn more.”
--A Sampler of 4-H Afterschool Activities, C Penney Afterschool Fund
School Enrichment Definition
“Groups of youth receiving a sequence of learning experiences in cooperation with [after]school officials during [after]school hours, to support the [after]school curriculum.”
Source: National 4-H Center; located in Chevy Chase, Maryland, outside of Washington D.C., as quoted by Bob Horton in 4-H and Public Schools: Effective 4-H School Enrichment Programs.
WHY 4-H IN SCHOOL/AFTERSCHOOL?
• Inexpensive curriculum—a variety of fun subjects available
• Meets content standards• Encourages interactive learning • Features hands-on project learning• Helps develop leadership & life skills
4-H PROJECT CATEGORIES
• STEM• Companion Animals• Veterinary Science• Food & Nutrition• Healthy Living• Money Management• Natural Resources• Creative & Leisure Arts• Leadership & Citizenship• Group Projects
CLOVERBUDS
Curriculum designed for youth who are age 5 and are enrolled in Kindergarten as of January 1 of the current 4-H year.
Leader Directed Fun, Activity Based, Non-Competitive,
Success Oriented Developmentally Appropriate Focused on Group Centered Learning Made Up of Many Types of Positive
Activities Cloverbud Camp, Friday, June 6, 2014
Cloverbud Website: http://cloverbudconnections.osu.edu
Starting a Non-Traditional 4-H Club
Potential Benefits for educators:
•Research-based curriculum•Hands-on activities that can be applied to real-life situations•4-H Personnel can provide programs, information, support and advice
Source: Bob Horton, fact sheet, 4-H and Public Schools: Effective 4-H School Enrichment Programs
Starting a Non-Traditional 4-H Club
Your Responsibilities:
•Contact Franklin County Extension personnel•Obtain 4-H materials •Attend orientation trainings if offered•Complete forms on time•Complete a background check•Be committed to the 4-H program!•Honor copyrights•Complete a Memorandum of Understanding
Source: Bob Horton, fact sheet, 4-H and Public Schools: Effective 4-H School Enrichment Programs
What is a MOU?
“A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is simply a written agreement to identify the working relationships & guidelines between collaborating or partnering agencies”
Source: University of Florida Extension, “Creating memorandums of Understanding/Agreement with AffiliateOrganizations of 4-H”; Marilyn N. Norman and Joy C.Jordan
NEXT STEPS:
• Start small• Choose curriculum you can afford and
support• Embed curriculum into your main
curriculum• Get stakeholders on board• Be organized• Define mission within the 4-H guidelines• Engage youth in program for buy in
Source: Bob Horton, fact sheet, 4-H and Public Schools: Effective 4-H School Enrichment Programs
Youth Bonuses:
• Opportunity to complete a project
• Individual efforts can be judged and recognized with a 4-H ribbon onsite (Speeches, Skits, Demonstrations)
• Youth can attend 4-H Camp in June
STARTING A TRADITIONAL4-H CLUB
In 2014 the opportunity will exist to start a 4-H Club in your school/afterschool program. Youth can:
1. Hold weekly meetings2. Complete a project & be judged at the
Franklin Co. Fair3. Set up a 4-H Club Booth4. Participate in 4-H Camp if desired5. Adult personnel will become 4-H
Advisors
STARTING A TRADITIONAL4-H CLUB--Process
1. Necessary paperwork completed and on file at Franklin County Office
2. EIN obtained from IRS3. Tax exempt status on file4. Constitution & by-laws drafted5. Annual financial report submitted6. Fingerprint background checks7. Required training completed
SPECIAL PROGRAMS:
For a nominal fee a 4-H educator will come to your location and do a special program
EcoBot Challenge
The EcoBotChallenge is:
•Stem-based•Educational•Fun
ROCKETS AWAY!
CHICKQUEST
A chick hatching program with incubators you can borrow.
REAL MONEY. REAL WORLD.
Financial literacy education
at it’s finest!
Involves asimulation
EDUCATOR WORKSHOPS
Project WET—Water Education for Teachers
Build a Pizza Garden Fishy Science Scrapbooking the Standards
Growing a School Garden Conference
Second Annual--May 2nd
TO BECOME INVOLVED:
If your program is in Franklin County contact: Sue Hogan
Program Assistant, 4-H Youth DevelopmentOSU Extension Franklin County614-866-6900, extension [email protected]
If your program is in another county in Ohio log on to: www.ohio4h.org and click on “County Offices” to find an Extension office near you. When you call, explain that you would like to use 4-H curriculum/project books in your program. Each individual county may have a different policy/program for working with you.