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2019-2020 Noble County 4-H

Handbook

Name: ___________________________________ Club: ____________________________________

4-H Youth Development

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4-H Project Goals

This year, I will work towards project medals in:

1.____________________________________

2.____________________________________

What I want to do and learn in these projects during the year Goal Project Who Will

Help Me Target Date

4-H Project Work is based on QUALITY not QUANTITY!

Oklahoma State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, State and Local Governments Cooperating: The Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, or status as a veteran, and is an equal opportunity employer.

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Noble County 4-H

The Vision… Youth and adults working together for stronger families and communities.

The Mission… Noble County 4-H Youth Development Programs actively provide positive opportunities for informal learning experiences that build character and

develop life skills.

What is 4-H? 4-H is the youth development phase of the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service. 4-H is “learning by doing” . 4-H is “Involvement.” Youth, families and communities actively participate in the learning process. 4-H creates a sense of belonging, involvement and support. 4-H allows members the opportunity to share thoughts and skills with others. 4-H encourages the growth and development of the citizens and leaders of tomorrow. 4-H unlocks doors and challenges minds. 4-H helps young people shine.

Volunteer leaders, teen leaders, Extension Educators and interested adults assist youth in acquiring knowledge, developing life skills and forming attitudes that will enable them to become self-directed, productive and contributing members of society.

For your convenience, this handbook is available online at: http://oces.okstate.edu/noble/4-h

FORMS referred to in the handbook are available through your club leader, Extension Office and Online.

Noble County Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service 300 Courthouse

Drive #13, Perry, OK 73077

PHONE 580.336.4621 FAX 580.336.3507

EMAIL [email protected]



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OFFICE HOURS Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Table of Contents Project Goals 2 Vision and Mission 3 Noble County 4-H Personnel 5 Noble County 4-H Clubs 6 Calendar of Events & Activities 7 Welcome to the 4-H Family 10 County Activities and Events—General Information 14 Club Officers’ Training 16 National 4-H Week and Oklahoma 4-H Month Events 17 Cupcake Wars 20 Food Fest and Food Judging 22 Communications Contest 26 4-H Photography and Art Contest 30 Food Showdown and Bread Show 34 Design & Construction Contest 37 Fairs, Expos & Livestock Shows 40 Trips 41 4-H Project Work & Record Books 43 Monthly 4-H Records 47 4-H Representation 55 Club Meeting Organization 56 4-H Club Meeting Ritual 58 4-H County Free Fair Exhibit Book 60

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Noble County 4-H Personnel

Noble County OSU Cooperative Extension Service Personnel

Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development Cheyenne Lindsey [email protected]

Extension Educator, Ag/4-H, CED Chad Webb [email protected]

Extension Educator, FCS/4-H Vacant

Extension Administrative Support Specialist Barbara Ebersole [email protected]

Noble County 4-H County Officers

President Kelby Linn, Frontier Vice President Bradley Carr, Morrison Secretary Karman Neman, Frontier Treasurer Payten Linn, Frontier Reporter Steven Koehn, Frontier Recreational Leader Dominick Newman, Frontier Frontier Club Representative Dominick Newman Morrison Club Representative Bradley Carr Perry 4-H Club Representative Mason Henderson Noble County 4-H Shooting Sports Club Representative Mason Henderson

Noble County 4-H County Ambassadors

Kayleigh Wilson

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Noble County 4-H Clubs

Noble County 4-H Parent-Volunteer Association Officers President Sheila Taylor, Morrison

Vice President Sandy Kiser, Frontier

Secretary Barbara Pemberton, Frontier

Treasurer Holly Mahon, Morrison

County 4-H Clubs

Frontier 4-H - 3rd Wednesday @3:15p at Mrs. McCormick’s room

Rhonda McCormick 580.761.2980 [email protected] Crystal Williams 580.670.0105 [email protected] Sandy Kiser 580.716.6297 [email protected] Frontier Cloverbuds - Sandy Kiser 580.716.6297 [email protected] Elisha Sullins 918.852.1670 [email protected] Morrison 4-H - 3rd Tuesday @ 6:00p at Morrison High Cafeteria Cindy Carr 405.473.2820 [email protected] Holly Mahon 405.612.2138 [email protected] Sheila Taylor 405.612.5301 [email protected] Mandi Robedeaux 405.612.6095 [email protected] Perry 4-H - 2nd Monday @ 5:30p at Fairgrounds Concession Stand Brian O’Dell 580.491.9259 [email protected] Julie Milligan 580.504.5162 [email protected] Noble County 4-H Shooting Sports Every Monday @6:00p at the Fairgrounds Pete Moore 405.209.7730 [email protected] Tricia Moore 405.740.1382 [email protected] Noble County 4-H Officer & Ambassador Teams Sandy Kiser 580.716.6297 [email protected] Mindy Linn 405.880.1944 [email protected]

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NOBLE COUNTY 4-H CALENDAR 2019-2020

(Dates and times are subject to change)

September 2019 September 2 Office Closed September 9 – 13 Noble County Free Fair Fairgrounds in Perry September 9 Noble County Free Fair

Exhibit Entry Day 8:00a – 6:00p Fairgrounds in Perry

September 9 Ambassadors Application Due

4:00p Extension Office

September 12 – 22 State Fair of Oklahoma State Fairgrounds, OKC September 16 Club Officer Training

Registration Due 4:00p Extension Office

September 17 Morrison 4-H Club Meeting

6:00p Morrison High School

September 23 Club Officers Training 5:30p Location TBD September 25 Parent Volunteer

Association Meeting 5:30p Fairgrounds in Perry

October 2019 September 26 – October 6

Tulsa State Fair Tulsa Fairgrounds

October 1 4-H Spirit Contest Registration Due


October 4 Cup Cake Wars Registration Due


October 6 – 12 National 4-H Week October 14 Office Closed October 8 4-H Spirit Contest

Entries in Place 8:00a County-wide

Locations October 14 Cup Cake Wars 5:30p Frontier High School October 15 Morrison 4-H Club

Meeting 6:00p Morrison High School

October 6 Pickup items at Tulsa State Fair

Tulsa Fairgrounds

October 16 – 19 Youth in Action / Fin & Feather Resort

Gore, OK

October 23 OYE Sheep/Goat/Steer Kit Request Due


October 24 OYE Nomination Kit Distribution

8:00a – 4:30p Enid, OK

October 25 Food Fest & Food Judging Contest Registration Due


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November 2019 November 4 Food Fest & Food

Judging Contest 5:30p Noble County

Fairgrounds Women’s Bldg

November 8 OYE Sheep/Goad Steer Nom. Postmarked

November 8 OYE Swine Kit Request Due


November 11 Office Closed November 19 Morrison 4-H Club

Meeting 6:00p Morrison High School

November 28 – 29 Office Closed November Record Book

Training TBD Location TBD

December 2019 December County 4-H

Christmas Party TBD Location TBD

December 3 OYE Swine Nomination Postmark

December 23, 24 & 25

Office Closed

January 2020

January 4 County 4-H Christmas Party

9:00a – 12:00p Red Barn, Morrison

February 2020 February 14 Art & Photography Due to Extension Office February 21 Art & Photography Displayed at Spring

Show February 16 – 21 Spring Show Noble Co Fairgrounds

March 2020

March 23 Food Showdown, Bread Show/Ag Skillathon Reg. Due

Due to Extension Office

March 30 Food Showdown, Bread Show/Ag Skillathon

5:00p Morrison High

Noble Co Fairgrounds

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April 2020 April 3 Communication

Contest Registration Due


April 13 Communication Contest

5:30p Morrison High

April 17 Design & Construction Registration Due


April 27 Design & Construction 5:30p Frontier

May2020 May 12 Record Books Due Due to Extension Office May 20th Record Book Judging 5:30p TDB State Record Books Due when State office

says

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Welcome to the 4-H Family! To help acquaint your family with 4-H, please take time to review the following highlights.

What is 4-H? 4-H is a program for youth and their families from all segments of society. It provides educational programs for diverse audiences of youth and adults based on practical skills of learning to learn, decision making, public speaking, goal setting, job skills and more. 4-H is the youth development phase of the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service, supported by Oklahoma State University, USDA and local county government.

What is my role as a parent/guardian? 4-H is a family affair! Members require the involvement and support of the entire family. Your role will include supporting and helping members, without doing it for them; giving praise and encouragement; helping members select appropriate projects and activities; staying informed about 4-H programs; asking questions; supporting your member in meeting deadlines and following through with responsibilities and commitments; attending meetings and functions with members; and helping members focus on what's really important, not just winning!

Be a part of the 4-H team! The team is made up of volunteers, like yourself, helping to provide educational opportunities, transportation, and a meeting place; serving as a project or activity volunteer; being a resource in your area of expertise; asking what you can do at the local and county level; and helping when called upon. 4-H members get more from their 4-H experience when the whole family gets involved.

Who and what is the role of the 4-H & Youth Development Educator? This individual is an Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service professional. This

professional has two primary roles: educator and volunteer manager.

As an educator, the Extension professional is responsible for providing guidance and opportunities in educating volunteers, parents, teachers and other youth-serving volunteers and professionals. The volunteer manager's role is to serve as a mentor, counselor, liaison and resource to local and county 4-H clubs, county 4-H committees, 4-H adult and youth councils, the county Parent-Volunteer Association, schools, community committees, and other youth-serving agencies. What can 4-H teach my child? 4-H teaches members to set and accomplish goals for themselves through project work. A member's record book will assist them in learning to set goals, keep records, and evaluate what they did or did not accomplish. There are several ways for members to keep up with what they do in 4-H. They can: 1. Use a Junior or Senior record book

to record what is done in the project.

2. Use a county 4-H Monthly Record booklet to record each month’s activities at the monthly club meeting.

3. Keep a journal (write in it each day) or write on a calendar (write down each day what was done).

A key to successful record keeping is to wait no longer than one week to record

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project work that has been completed. The important details are forgotten quickly. The things that need to be written down include:

1. What you did (number of times, number

of items made, number of animals, number of acres planted and harvested, hours spent working in project or project work done, how many people were involved, etc.)

2. What you learned (what new knowledge and skills were learned, what funny or sad things happened, etc.).

3. Learning experiences participated in would include demonstrations, speeches, tours, exhibits, judging, workshops attended, lessons at local club meetings, day camps, etc.

4. Leadership experiences you participated in (volunteer leadership, teaching or assisting with teaching, committee work, officer, etc.)

5. Citizenship activities participated in (helping others, providing a service, organizing a community- wide project, etc.).

6. Awards and recognition received. The result of keeping good records is that a member has learned to set goals and see how goals were accomplished. To “learn by doing” is fundamental in the 4-H program. Some other common characteristics of the 4-H program are:

�4-H youth are more important than the 4-H project.

�Learning how to do the project is more important than the project itself.

A blue ribbon 4-H’er with a red ribbon project is more desirable than a red ribbon 4-H’er with a blue-ribbon project.

Every 4-H member needs to be noticed, to feel important, to succeed, and to be praised.

4-H members should learn how to think independently.

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What is a 4-H Project? At the beginning of each year (September 1st) members will complete enrollment online. During enrollment, they will check 4-H project areas they are interested in completing during the year. Up to five projects can be selected each year.

Some of these projects have a manual which can be requested through the county Extension Office. Each manual is developed with age appropriate materials and projects. The activities and projects outlined in the manual can then be entered in the county fair and other activities throughout the year. There is a cost to receive curriculum manuals.

The county fair provides an opportunity to display 4-H project work. It is the time to show the project work completed between July of the previous year until September of the current year. 4-H project work can be accomplished very easily by developing a simple plan to accomplish one project or activity each month during the year.

How do I know what's going on in 4-H?

Read your handbook! Use the calendar in the front of the handbook! All county activities and events are planned one year in advance. The newsletter will supplement the handbook and keep you updated as to times and locations.

Attend local club meetings. Ask questions of the local club leader and call the Extension Office 580.336.4621.

Local club leaders will make announcements regarding events, remind you of upcoming deadlines, and provide registration forms so you won't have to make a last-minute dash to the Extension Office.

Follow us on Facebook to keep up the latest Noble County 4-H news and updates.

https://www.facebook.com/noble4h What Things Will My Local Club Do?

Most clubs have monthly meetings conducted by the local youth officers. Some clubs also have special project and activity meetings where members work in smaller groups to develop specific project skills.

Local 4-H club meetings typically will involve the business portion of the meeting followed by a guest speaker, a speech or demonstration on 4-H project work given by a 4-H member, a service project, or a mini-workshop or activity for a take-home project.

All members of a local club should take part in giving demonstrations and speeches, as well as leading meeting activities. Youth learn through the hands-on application of life skills taught through activities such as the local club meeting.

Each club has a designated organizational volunteer leader. Organizational volunteer leaders are the primary contact between the local club and the County Extension Office and depend on the assistance of parents as volunteers in a variety of roles at the local and county level.

4-H parents as volunteers are essential to the county program. All county 4-H activities and events are planned, implemented, and evaluated by a committee of 4-H parents/volunteers. 4-H parents/volunteers are encouraged to participate in the 4-H Parent-Volunteer Association which meets four times per year.

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What Is The 4-H Philosophy About Recognition? Creating an environment that nurtures growth and development includes the careful, creative and balanced use of recognition. In 4-H, recognition is the encouragement and support for learning that is part of participation in the wide array of educational experiences the program provides.

Recognition in 4-H may be public or private. It can be within the individual or provided by others. Through the acknowledgment, affirmation and positive re- enforcement of each person's effort, feelings of competence and capability increase and participation continues. 4-H Recognition Model The recognition model is part of a comprehensive plan that rewards positive learning behaviors in youth. In all aspects of the model, recognition should be based on the young person's involvement, participation, and/or efforts and should be designed to meet the needs, interests, and aspirations of young people with different backgrounds and experiences.

Recognition should be focused on individual learning and not influenced by factors such as monetary re-sources to purchase high-quality project materials, top grade animals, and use of equipment. The recognition model can be used to design a recognition system to meet the needs of all youth.

The five parts of the 4-H Recognition Model include recognition for:

1. Participation - acknowledging youth involvement.

2. Progress toward personal goals - youth gain experience in goal setting and realistic self- assessment.

3.Standards of excellence - youth assess their progress and gain insights into their own

interests, efforts, and abilities through a pre-determined set of criteria.

4. Peer competition - not developmentally appropriate for younger children; older youth learn though experiences of identifying the highest quality project exhibited at a specific time.

5. Cooperation - learning and working cooperatively, preparing youth for living in today’s inter- dependent, global society.

4-H Ribbons: What do they mean? Ribbons are given to 4-H members as a way to evaluate how much a member has learned in completing and exhibiting a project. The two systems used to present ribbons in Noble County are the recognition and participation process and competitive placing. The recognition process in 4-H is used to help each member grow personally and to continually learn more about their project work. Exhibitors receive a green participation ribbon. Competitive Ribbon Placing - First, second and third placing's. This form of recognition means that exhibits are ranked. One exhibitor is selected best in class and receives a blue first place ribbon. This exhibitor has met or exceeded the judging criteria for the project. Exhibitors placing second receive a red ribbon and Exhibitors placing third receive a yellow ribbon.

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COUNTY ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

1. Guidelines for county activities and

events are included in this section of the

handbook. Use these pages to set your

goals for the 4-H year. Read the

guidelines and develop your project or

projects. All the information contained

here can also be accessed on the internet

at: http://oces.okstate.edu/noble/4-h

2. Members, parents, and leaders will be

notified of changes, corrections, and

updates of county activities and events

through leader updates and online

updates.

3. Entry and registration forms for county

events and activities are available through

your club leader, in the Extension Office,

and online at:

http://oces.okstate.edu/noble/4-

h/Events%20and% 20Registration%20

4. Check your handbook for deadlines for

events and activities. You may drop

registration/entry forms off at the

Extension Office in the courthouse at

Perry, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.

- 4:30

p.m. Entries may also be faxed to

580.336.3507 or may be available online.

5. Each event/activity listed in this section

will include age guidelines/restrictions.

Event/activity requirements are based

on the grade of the member as of

September 1, 2017. Please refer to the

Oklahoma State 4-H Club Program

Policies available online at:

6. 4-H projects can only be entered in each

separate event one time throughout a

one-year period (i.e. a photo can be

entered in the county photography

contest and then entered in the county

fair, or vice versa, in a 4-H year). 4-H

projects entered in events must be

current project work completed within

the past year. 7. Every effort is made to insure

consistencies between event guidelines

at the county, district, and state levels.

However, changes to guidelines can

occur at anytime throughout the year.

For events such as county and state

fairs, please consult the specific

rulebook for the event.

8. We regret any mistakes or omissions

in the handbook.

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Shooting Sports Program Information

What is Shooting Sports?

Oklahoma 4-H offers a program and project area for those youths interested in shooting, hunting and

safety. The primary goal for this program is human growth and development. It introduces a safe and

responsible use of firearms and archery equipment and opens valuable vocational and lifelong

recreational education opportunities.

There are a variety of disciplines available in the shootings sports program. Those disciplines are

archery, shotgun, air rifle, black powder air pistol, hunting and wildlife. Currently only archery is

offered in Noble County 4-H through the Noble County 4-H Shooting Sports Club. Any adults willing

to become certified through the state in the other areas and interested in coaching a team please

contact the Noble County Extension Office. Please see Cheyenne Lindsey at the Noble County

Extension Office about training opportunities currently being offered. The cost is around $100.00 plus

travel, meals and lodging.

Guidelines: 1. 4-H member must be 9 years old or older, age is based on January 1 of the current year.

2. Must participate in 8 hours of safety and training conducted by a 4-H Certified Archery instructor

before shooting or competing.

3. Must have completed the Oklahoma Hunter Safety course before shooting will be allowed with the group. See www.wildlifedepartment.com for certification opportunities.

4. Parent/guardian participation is required for safety reasons. There will be no drops offs for practices and scheduled contests.

5. Attend the mandatory Safety and Orientation meeting scheduled typically for the first Monday in October from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at the Noble County Fairgrounds in the concession stand area. In order to be on the archery team you must attend this orientation. It is only conducted once a year. All practices are held from 6:00 -7:30 pm.

A parent or guardian is required to attend practices and contests with youth.

For more information, contact Pete Moore, Club Leader and Coach or the Noble County Extension Office.

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CLUB OFFICERS’ TRAINING WHEN: Monday, September 23, 2019, at 5:30 p.m. WHERE: TBD Registration Due: Wednesday September 16th at 5:30 p.m.

What is Club Officer Training? The Teen Officers conduct a Club Officer Training each fall to help 4-H club members from across the county learn the duties of their local club offices. Each club is encouraged to send their officer team, along with anyone else interested in becoming an officer, to the training. Teen Officers will work with groups of their respective office, providing them with information on how to successfully carry out their office and gain leadership experience through the process.

Divisions Junior (3rd – 8th grades) Senior (9th – 12th grades)

Guidelines 1. All 4-H members holding a local 4-H club office should plan to attend the Club Officers’

Training to help prepare them for club leadership roles. Members may attend on their own or with their club.

2. Youth do not have to currently be holding an office to attend the training. Youth interested in holding an office in the future are invited to attend as well.

3. Materials to support each office will be handed out at the training. Club parliamentary procedure will be incorporated as well.

4. Parents and volunteers are encouraged to attend with their club or youth. There will be a joint youth-adult partnership training for all adults in attendance as well to facilitate strong leadership partnerships between youth and adults.

Categories and Classes Youth will be divided into groups based upon the office they hold or are interested in holding.

Offices 1. President 2. Vice President 3. Secretary 4. Treasurer 5. Reporter 6. Club Representative 7. Recreational Leader

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NATIONAL 4-H WEEK & OKLAHOMA 4-H MONTH ACTIVITIES

WHEN: October is Oklahoma 4-H month

WHERE: County-wide locations National 4-H Week is October 6-12, 2019

Theme: “#Inspire kids to do”

Registration Due: October 1, 2019 What is National 4-H Week and Oklahoma 4-H Month? Both National 4-H Week and Oklahoma 4-H Month serve as opportunities to promote the 4-H Youth Development program to the public. Clubs are encouraged to schedule service projects, meetings, or other activities during this time to showcase the 4-H program. Activities during this time include the 4-H Spirit Contest and 4-H National Youth Science Day.

Activities 4-H Spirit Contest - Tuesday, October 9, 2018 (decorated and in place by 8:00 a.m.) 4-H National Youth Science Day - Wednesday, October 4, 2017

4-H Spirit Contest - Tuesday, October 3 to Saturday, October 7, 2017 The 4-H Spirit Contest during National 4-H Week will provide a way to celebrate the local 4-H program while promoting 4-H to the public. Clubs choosing to participate will find a local business or school willing to let the 4-H club utilize a front window or window display area to decorate for a period of one week. Clubs must follow the guidelines outlined below.

Divisions Cloverbud (K-2nd Grade) 4-H (3rd – 12th grade)

Guidelines Helpful marketing materials may be found online at http://4-h.org/professionals/marketing-resources/4-h-week-toolkit

1. Clubs must notify the Extension Office with the location of their window by the stated deadline

to be eligible for contest judging. 2. Window displays may consist of window chalking/painting, posters, 3D displays of project

work, Christmas-type lights, or other materials related to the promotion of 4-H. All materials in the display must be non-perishable and adhere to all other local safety regulations. Please no moving or motorized parts.

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3. Displays must include the following information in a size and style easily readable from a distance of 10 feet: ● #TrueLeaders

Celebrate National 4-H Week and Oklahoma 4-H Month! ● For more information or to join 4-H, contact the Noble County OSU Cooperative

Extension Service Office at 580-336-4621. ● Local club name (Clubs may also include local contact information as well).

4. Window displays must be in place by 8:00 a.m. on the Tuesday of National 4-H Week and must be removed and cleaned up by the following Sunday

5. Window design and decoration should be the work of the 4-H club members. 6. Clubs may decorate more than one window, but only one will be eligible for judging, please

specify which window to be judged. 7. Cloverbud groups may choose to decorate their own window display or assist a local 4-H

club.

Categories and Classes Small Window Display Window space smaller than 4 feet wide by 6 feet tall. Large Window Display Window space larger than 4 feet wide by 6 feet tall.

Judging Criteria The following point system will be used to score the window displays. In the event of a tie, the window scoring highest on “General Public Appeal” will be declared the winning entry.

Item Points Possible

County contact info included 10 Name of club 5 Inclusion of 4-H project examples/info 10 Neatness of display, including lettering 5 Promotion of the 4-H program 10 General public appeal 10

Total Points 50

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4-H National Youth Science Day,

October 2019

Divisions Cloverbuds, 4-H’ers and Volunteers - Open to everyone!

Guidelines 1. Visit the National Youth Science

Day for complete details, http://4-h.org/nysd

2. Clubs as well as classes are encouraged to participate in this event. Contact the Extension Office for possible supplies and more information.

3. If clubs would like a kit to present during a meeting or afterschool program please contact the 4-H Extension Educator at the Extension Office.

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CUPCAKE WARS WHEN: Monday October 14 at 5:30 p.m. WHERE: Frontier

REGISTRATION DUE DATE: Friday, October 4, 2019 What is Cupcake Wars?

Cupcake Wars is a youth culinary contest where teams of two-three youth compete by creating decorated cupcakes using their knowledge of foods, nutrition, kitchen and equipment safety to beat the clock and their peers.

Divisions Cloverbud (5-7 years old as of Sept. 1, 2018) Junior (Grades 3-5) Intermediate (Grades 6-8) Senior (Grades 9-12)

Guidelines 1. Youth must register in teams of two-three individuals within the same division. 2. Cupcakes can be any flavor. But should have an ingredient card with name for the cupcakes incorporating

the theme and flavor of the team’s choice. 3. Each team will bring cupcakes made prior to the contest NOT frosted and in the paper wrappers only. 4. Theme and table setting are encouraged. Each team must have a team name. 5. Each team will display three cupcakes. 6. Each team will bring the frosting mixed in bowls to the contest. The frosting should not be tinted prior to

the contest. Teams will tint and place frosting in bags during the contest. 7. Only Cloverbuds can bring frosting tinted to the contest. 8. Frosting can be homemade or store bought and must be white or chocolate. 9. Fondant can be used and can be homemade or purchased and can be colored or tinted prior to the contest. 10. Edible decorating items can be purchased and used. All items decorated on the cupcakes must be edible. 11. Electricity will not be provided and each team must provide their own equipment. 12. Teams will have 30 minutes to decorate (Cloverbud teams only get 15 minutes), display and clean up

their area for competition. 13. Each team will be required to give a short presentation and answer questions from the judges. 14. Cupcakes will not be tasted. Judging is based on design of the overall cupcake.

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Judging Criteria

The following criteria will be used to score each team for placement:

Design

Food & Kitchen Safety

Nutrient Knowledge

Presentation Skills

Appearance

Quality

Awards

Each participant will receive a ribbon. The overall champion and reserve champion teams for each division will receive an award at the conclusion of the contest.

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FOOD FEST & FOOD JUDGING CONTEST WHEN: Friday, October 25 at 5:30 p.m. WHERE: Fairgrounds REGISTRATION DUE DATE: Monday, November 4, 2019

What is the Food Fest?

The Food Fest provides youth with an opportunity to explore food science through preparation of desserts, main dishes, snacks, casseroles, breads, soups, and stews. Youth learn measuring techniques, recipe selection, and proper food preparation techniques for exhibiting their dishes.

Divisions Cloverbud (Ages 5-7) Junior (Grades 3-5)

Intermediate (Grades 6-8)

Senior (Grades 9-12)

Guidelines 1. A member must enter one class in the Required Category in order to enter the Unlimited classes. Only one

entry in the Required Category may be made, but members may enter as many Unlimited and Special Exhibit classes as they wish.

2. Only one exhibit per class. 3. Required Category and Unlimited classes count towards the Sweepstakes Award but Special Exhibits do not. 4. Exhibits should be placed on a plate or cardboard to fit the exhibit and properly covered (plastic bag, lid, saran

wrap, aluminum foil, etc.). Items should be labeled with member’s name, club, and 4-H age securely fastened on the lid or side of the plate or cardboard.

5. A list of ingredients for the dish should be included. Next to each ingredient please list the food group it is from (exception: spices and seasonings). Intermediates and Seniors must list the serving size for the recipe.

5. Educational posters may be any color of poster board and should be 14” x 22.” 6. Please include name and club for each entry.

Special Exhibit Classes 1. Go Green Meal: Prepare a meal with at least two of the following dishes involving foods that are

naturally green or may be dyed green with food coloring: main dish, salad, side dish (i.e. fruit or vegetable), dessert, or drink. Include a copy of your menu with names for your green dishes.

2. Made in Oklahoma (MIO): Prepare a dish using products or produce made or grown in Oklahoma as the

main ingredient. Include an 8 1/2” x 11” map of Oklahoma with the location of the MIO product’s origin in Oklahoma marked on the map.

Categories and Classes

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Cloverbud Category a. Decorated Cupcakes b. No – Bake Cookies c. Afterschool no-bake snack

Junior Required Category a. Three Rolled Biscuits b. Three Cookies c. Educational poster based on breads or cheese from another culture.

Junior Unlimited d. Recipe modified for healthy eating (include notecard listing modifications) e. Easy dessert (no more than 5 ingredients, a mix counts as one ingredient) f. Nutritious snack

Junior Special Exhibits g. Go Green Meal h. Made in Oklahoma

Intermediate Required Category a. Three (3) yeast cinnamon rolls (no icing) b. One-pint or quart jar of any single canned fruit. (Not pickled) c. Educational poster based on foods from another culture. Intermediate Unlimited d. Recipe based on nutritional contributions of fruits and vegetables (include notecard listing contributions) e. Small main dish or casserole f. Finger food or appetizer

Intermediate Special Exhibits g. Go Green Meal h. Made in Oklahoma

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Senior Required Category a. One-half loaf or portion of bread from another culture. Include one-page story of yow this bread fits

into the culture and it nutritional contribution b. One-quart or one-pint jar of plain canned tomatoes. c. Educational display based on recipe modification to include the following:

• The original recipe, what modifications were made, benefits of the modification, the impact the modification had on the above factors and other people’s responses to the modification.

Senior Unlimited d. Recipe prepared by outdoor cooking or grilling methods e. Recipe featuring pork and accompanied by photos on 14” x 22” poster demonstrating preparation of dish f. Original recipe dessert (may use base mixes)

Senior Special Exhibits g. Go Green Meal h. Made in Oklahoma

Judging Criteria The following criteria will be used (as appropriate) to score the Food Fest:

Flavor Appearance Texture Aroma

Awards Cloverbuds will receive a participation ribbon only. 4-H members participating in Food Fest will receive a competitive placing ribbon and receive awards at the conclusion of the contest.

A sweepstakes winner will be selected for Junior, Intermediate, and Senior age divisions. Sweepstakes winners will be determined using the following point system for each Required Category and Unlimited Category placing.

1st place 5 points 2nd place 4 points 3rd place 3 points 4th place 2 points 5th place 1 point

Sweepstakes winners will receive awards at the conclusion of the contest.

What is the Food Judging Contest? The Food Judging Contest provides an opportunity for members to develop life skills in a friendly but competitive contest by demonstrating knowledge of food and food ingredients. Members will judge a variety of baked goods such as breads, cakes, cookies and muffins. Contestants must be able to list and describe the ingredients of the baked goods without a recipe as well as the texture and the appearance of the item.

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Divisions Junior (Grades 3-8)

Senior (Grades 9-12)

Guidelines

1. 4-H members will compete as individuals in the contest. There will be no conferring for answers or

group discussion during the contest. 2. Youth will rotate through the different baked good

classes and have a limited amount of time to judge the categories. The time limit will be set by the

contest coordinator. 3. A list of resources to study is available through the

Noble County OSU Extension Office to checkout two weeks prior to the contest.

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COMMUNICATION CONTEST

WHEN: April 13, 2020 at 5:30p WHERE: Morrison High School

REGISTRATION DUE DATE: April 3, 2020

What is the Speech Contest?

The Speech Contest is one means of sharing information or educating others about a specific subject. Youth learn to research, organize and present their ideas in a logical order. This contest helps youth develop a confident presence before an audience while developing personal communication skills. Divisions

Cloverbud (5-7 years old as of September 1, 2017)

Junior (Individual grades will not compete against other grades in the Junior Division)

3rd Grade

4th Grade

5th Grade

6th Grade


Senior (Grades 10-12) Guidelines 1. For speech ideas or public speaking information, please contact the Extension Office as we have a lot of

support materials available. 2. Whenever possible, a 4-H’ers speech should be related to his or her projects for the current year. 3. 4-H’ers should practice giving their speech within the appropriate time range for their class. A 5-point

penalty will be given for each minute over or under the allotted time for Intermediate and Senior speeches only.

4. Speeches may be given from an outline or note cards, but it is better to have the speech memorized; however, it should not sound memorized. Note cards or digital presentations should not be relied on heavily. No speeches are to be read word for word directly from manuscript or digital presentation.

5. Youth may present in up to three categories but must use a different speech in each category. 6. Speeches related to peanuts, dairy products, and breads are eligible for special awards through

sponsorship by the Oklahoma Peanut Commission, Associated Milk Producers, and Shawnee Mills. The specials awards are presented during the Achievement Banquet in August.

7. 4-H’ers may not present a speech used in previous county 4-H Speech Contests. 8. All speeches should have at minimum two references. References may be stated verbally at the end of

the speech (not counted in overall time) or presented in print to the judges. 9. 4-H’ers will benefit more from the contest if they will stay and listen to all speeches. This gives them

the opportunity to learn new things and to obtain ideas for future use. 10. Youth entering the digital presentation category must use a file to accompany their speech, but the speech

should not be written out on the slides verbatim. Files should be brought on a USB flash/thumb drive. The 4-H’er is responsible for making sure the files will read onsite. A laptop, projector, and screen will be provided. All versions of Microsoft PowerPoint, Apple Keynote, Prezi and Open Office Impress will be supported.

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11. Cloverbuds may present by themselves, with other Cloverbuds, or with an older sibling. 12. Divisions are subject to change depending on total number of preregistrations. 13. There will be a $5.00 fee to register to ensure participation. Categories and Classes Regular Speech An oral presentation in which the member does not rely on poster/illustrations or objects. All illustrations are communicated through descriptions used in the speech.

a. Cloverbud (1-5 minutes) b. Junior (3-5 minutes) c. Intermediate (4-6 minutes) d. Senior (5-7 minutes)

Demonstration (Individual or Teams of 2) An oral presentation in which the member uses posters, illustrations or objects to emphasize, illustrate, or demonstrate specific points or steps in the speech. a. Cloverbud (1-5 minutes) b. Junior (5-7 minutes) c. Intermediate (5-7 minutes) d. Senior (7-12 minutes)

Digital Presentation An oral presentation in which the member uses a presentation created by the youth with a computer program to provide visual aids throughout the speech. a. Junior (3-5 minutes) b. Intermediate (4-6 minutes) c. Senior (5-7 minutes)

Video Presentation (Individual or Teams) A video developed by the member(s) which educates the audience about a topic, through interviews, narration, and filmography. Videos will be viewed and judged on delivery of message. a. Junior (3-5 minutes) b. Intermediate (4-6 minutes) c. Senior (5-7 minutes)

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Extemporaneous Speech An oral presentation in which the member draws three speech prompts, selects one and is given two minutes to prepare their response. a. Junior (1-3 minutes) b. Intermediate (3-5 minutes) c. Senior (4-6 minutes)

Grab Bag Speech An oral presentation in which the member draws an item from a bag and is given two minutes to prepare their sales pitch for the item to market it to the judges. a. Junior (1-3 minutes) b. Intermediate (3-5 minutes) c. Senior (4-6 minutes)

Communication and Graphic Arts The practice or profession of designing print or electronic forms of visual information, as for an advertisement, publication, website or any other type of visual communication by effectively combining text and graphics. The finished product is pleasing to the eye, yet works effective in communicating a message. Youth do not have to be present to participate in this category. Items can be registered by due date and can be dropped off the day of the contest or to the Extension Office the day before the contest. Divisions Junior (Grades 3-6) Intermediate (Grades 7-9) Senior (Grades 10-12)

a. One sided flat flyer designed to promote a 4-H program or activity. b. Design a brochure, card or invitation (with envelope) related to 4-H. c. Design an educational booth display promoting your local 4-H club or county 4-H program using computer

generated graphics and text.

4-H Club Meeting Ritual An oral presentation in which the member recites the 4-H Club Meeting Ritual. A designated individual will perform the read-back duties for everyone reciting the 4-H Club Meeting Ritual. A copy of the portion to be memorized by the 4-H youth is available online or though the Extension Office. a. Junior b. Intermediate c. Senior

4-H Pledge Cloverbuds may recite the 4-H Pledge. a. Cloverbud

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Pledge of Allegiance Cloverbuds may recite the Pledge of Allegiance. a. Cloverbud

Judging Criteria The following system will be used to score the Demonstration Contest.

Appearance (neat, appropriate, poised) Grammar and diction Uses notes well or has speech memorized Delivery (intro, central effect, conclusion) Use of equipment, props, and visuals, if allowed Visuals (if allowed, readable from 20 feet away) Originality of subject matter Age appropriate topic Accurate Information Adheres to time limit Well-organized (introduction/body/conclusion)

Awards Cloverbuds will receive a participation ribbon. Other participants will receive a competitive placing ribbon. Champion in each category will receive an award.

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4-H PHOTOGRAPHY & ART CONTEST

WHEN: February 20, 2020 WHERE: Fairgrounds (During Spring Livestock Show)

REGISTRATION DUE DATE: Friday, February 14, 2020

What is the 4-H Photography Contest? Photography is a great 4-H project that compliments many other 4-H projects and provides youth an opportunity to learn technical skills. The Noble County 4-H Photography Contest allows youth a chance to exhibit their photography work and receive feedback on their composition and quality of photography. Divisions Cloverbuds (5-7 years old as of Sept. 1, 2017) Junior (Grades 3-7) Senior (Grades 8-12) Guidelines 1. Entries may range in size from 4” x 6” up to 8” x 10” and should be mounted on a 14” x 14” poster or mat

board. Please note: photos should not be double-matted and placed on a single WHITE or BLACK poster or mat board.

2. All entries should include a typed title on the front. The back of each entry should include the 4-H’ers name, 4-H club, address, grade as of September 1, 2017 and the class and category entered. You must also include number of years in the 4-H Photography project, type of camera used (35 mm, digital, etc.), and film speed or megapixels.

3. Photos should be taken in the last year and should be the original work of the 4-H’er. 4. Photos may be digitally altered in the following ways: color and contrast adjustment, cropping, exposure

adjustment, and red eye reduction. No other digital alterations may be made. 5. 4-H’ers may submit one photo in each category. 6. All entries will be displayed during the Chuck Wagon Feed at the Noble County Spring Livestock Show in the

Women’s Building. Categories and Classes

Cloverbud 1. Noble County Landmarks. 2. Agricultural or Natural Resources within Noble County. 3. Noble County people at work, play or leisure. 4. Recycled or reclaimed. 5. Paper Craft. 6. Plastic Craft. 7. Clay Craft

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Junior

1. Four (4) photos, one from each of the following categories: people, animals, plant life and scenery. 2. Four (4) photos of people doing different things, showing a variety of activities, camera angles and lighting

choices. 3. Four (4) otherwise outstanding photos showing common mistakes in picture taking. The caption for each

print must correctly identify what is wrong and provide an appropriate solution to prevent the mistake. 4. Series of four (4) photos telling a story or illustrating a single event. 5. Best individual photo made this year.

Senior

1. Four (4) photos, one from each of the following categories: people, animals, plant life and scenery. 2. Four (4) photos of people doing different things, showing a variety of activities, camera angles and lighting

choices. 3. Four (4) otherwise outstanding photos showing common mistakes in picture taking. The caption for each

print must correctly identify what is wrong and provide an appropriate solution to prevent the mistake. 4. Series of four (4) photos telling a story or illustrating a single event. 5. Best individual photo made this year.

Judging Criteria Photographs are judged on composition, quality, and representation of Noble County. Awards Cloverbuds will receive a participation ribbon. Each participant will receive a competitive placing ribbon. The overall Champion and Reserve Champion in each age division will receive awards at the County 4-H Achievement Banquet. What is the 4-H Art Contest? The visual arts allow 4-H youth to express themselves creatively. The Noble County 4-H Art Contest allows youth a chance to exhibit their artwork and receive feedback on their works from area artists.

Divisions Cloverbuds (5-7 years old as of Sept. 1, 2017) Junior (Grades 3-7) Senior (Grades 8-12)

Guidelines 1. Artwork should be matted or framed in a complimentarily way. Paintings, drawings, and other items that

would be hung must have a hanger securely attached to the back or they will not be displayed. 2. All entries should include a title on the front, although it does not have to be permanently attached to the

artwork. The back of each entry should include the 4-H’ers name, 4-H club, address, grade as of September 1, 2017 and the class and category entered.

3. Artwork should be created within the last year and should be the original work of the 4-H’er, not from a kit, pre-cast or paint-by-numbers set.

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4. 4-H’ers may submit multiple works in each category, however you are encouraged to experiment in different mediums.

5. Artwork may be three-dimensional and any medium may be used as a base.

All entries will be displayed at the Spring Show.Categories and Classes

Cloverbud a. Fine Art - Pencil, Charcoal, Pastels, Chalk, Ink,

Crayon b. Fine Art - Water Color (including water color pencils that have been painted over) c. Fine Art - Oil (including oil pastels) or Acrylic

d. Ceramics - Glazed, 1 piece e. Ceramics - Stained, 1 piece f. Pottery - Original design, made from clay using a process of hand molding or a potter’s wheel g. Artistic woodworking or wood carving

Junior & Senior 1. Jr. Fine Art: Pencil, charcoal, pastels, chalk, ink 2. Sr. Fine Art: Pencil, charcoal, pastels, chalk, ink 3. Jr. Fine Art: Watercolor 4. Sr. Fine Art: Watercolor 5. Jr. Fine Art: Oil or acrylic 6. Sr. Fine Art: Oil or acrylic 7. Jr. Ceramics: Glazed (maximum of one piece) 8. Sr. Ceramics: Glazed (maximum of one piece) 9. Jr. Ceramics: Stained (maximum of one piece) 10. Sr. Ceramics: Stained (maximum of one piece) 11. Jr. Pottery: Original design made from clay using hand molding or on a potter’s wheel 12. Sr. Pottery: Original design made from clay using hand molding or on a potter’s wheel 13. Jr. Print Process Article: Block printing and other printing methods 14. Sr. Print Process Article: Block printing and other printing methods 15. Jr. Nature Craft: Article made from natural materials including weaving or basket making 16. Sr. Nature Craft: Article made from natural materials including weaving or basket making 17. Jr. Bead Craft Article 18. Sr. Bead Craft Article 19. Jr. Leathercraft: Kit 20. Sr. Leathercraft: Kit 21. Jr. Leathercraft: Original Design 22. Sr. Leathercraft: Original Design 23. Jr. Hand Crafted Wax Candle 24. Sr. Hand Crafted Wax Candle 25. Jr. Hand Crafted Gel Candle 26. Sr. Hand Crafted Gel Candle 27. Jr. Puppet 28. Sr. Puppet

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29. Jr. Paper Craft 30. Sr. Paper Craft 31. Jr. Plastic Craft: Includes but not limited to LegoTM Art. If LegoTM Art is entered, it must be glued 32. Sr. Plastic Craft: Includes but not limited to LegoTM Art. If LegoTM Art is entered, it must be glued 33. Jr. Duct Tape Craft 34. Sr. Duct Tape Craft 35. Jr. Miscellaneous: limited to items that cannot be entered in any other class 36. Sr. Miscellaneous: limited to items that cannot be entered in any other class

Judging Criteria Artwork will be judged on creativity and artistic endeavor. Concepts such as original design, detail, and creativity will be considered. Awards Cloverbuds will receive a participation ribbon. Each participant will receive a competitive placing ribbon. The overall Champion and Reserve Champion in each age division will receive awards at the County 4-H Achievement Banquet.

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FOOD SHOWDOWN & BREAD SHOW

WHEN: Monday, March 30, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. WHERE: Morrison High School Cafeteria

REGISTRATION DUE DATE: Wednesday March 23, 2020

What is the Food Showdown? The Food Showdown is a youth culinary challenge where three-member teams compete to create a dish while demonstrating their knowledge in foods and nutrition, kitchen safety, equipment and creativity in food preparation. 4-H Food Showdown teams will create their dish using only a clue, provided secret ingredients and items from the common pantry. From the secret ingredients, 4-H members must identify, prepare and then present information related to the serving size, nutritional value and cost of the dish.

Divisions Junior (Grades 3-7)

Senior (Grades 8-12) Guidelines 1. Youth must register in teams of two or three individuals within the same age division. 2. A list of basic supplies will be given to the teams at least three days prior to the competition. Teams must

provide the ingredients on the list for the competition. There are two Food Showdown kits that can be checked out from the Noble County OSU Extension Office to be used at the contest. It is a first come first serve basis.

3. Teams from Noble and Kay County 4-H will compete against each other, but each county will get to send the top two teams to compete in the district contest. Each county will present their own individual awards.

4. The county Food Showdown competition will follow the rules of the state Food Showdown. All materials and references for the state Food Showdown are available online at http://oklahoma4h.okstate.edu/foodshowdown

5. Each contestant must furnish their own apron, lab coat, or chef’s coat. They must wear closed-toe shoes, long pants, and hair coverings (hats, bandanas, hair nets, etc.).

6. All teams will be assigned the same category and given the same ingredients. The category, secret ingredient and clue will not be announced until the start of the contest.

7. Each team will have 40 minutes to prepare their dish, plan a presentation and clean up the prep area. Only participants and contest officials will be allowed in the food prep area.

8. Each team will make a 3-5-minute presentation about their dish. The presentation should include an introduction, what you prepared and why you selected that method, how the dish fits into a healthy diet and MyPlate, how food safety concerns were addressed, and serving size and cost per serving of the secret ingredient.

9. Judges will ask questions of the team presentation for approximately 2-3 minutes.

Categories and Classes a. Main Dish b. Fruits and Vegetables c. Breads and Cereal d. Nutritious Snacks e. Dessert

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Awards Each participant will receive a ribbon. The overall Champion and Reserve Champion in each age division will receive awards at the Achievement Banquet.

FOOD SHOWDOWN & BREAD SHOW

WHEN: Monday, March 30, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. WHERE: Morrison High School Cafeteria

REGISTRATION DUE DATE: Monday, March 23, 2020

What is the Bread Show? It is an opportunity for members to explore food science through the preparation of a variety of baked breads. Youth learn recipe development and selection as well as food preparation techniques and proper measuring techniques.

Divisions Cloverbud (Ages 5-7 as of September 1, 2017) Junior (Grades 3-5)


Senior (Grades 9-12) Guidelines 1. Only one exhibit per class. 2. Exhibitor does not have to be present to enter the bread show. The member must be registered and bring the

item to the Noble County Extension Office to be taken to the contest. 3. Each item must be a homemade bread or bread product. 4. Bread should be placed on a plate with the name and address on the bottom of the plate. 5. Each entry must have complete recipe with participant’s name.

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Categories and Classes Cloverbud/ Junior/ Intermediate/ Senior Categories a. White Bread Loaf b. Whole Wheat Bread Loaf c. 3 Cinnamon Rolls d. 3 Dinner Rolls (white or wheat) e. Any Other Yeast Bread f. 3 Yeast Biscuits g. Sweet Yeast Bread h. Edible Specialty Shape Bread

i. Machine made Loaf Bread j. 3 Muffins k. 3 Rolled Biscuits l. Loaf Quick Bread

Judging Criteria The following criteria will be used for judging:

Flavor Appearance Texture Aroma

Awards Cloverbuds will receive a participation ribbon only. 4-H members participating in the Bread Show will receive a competitive placing ribbon.

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DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION CONTEST

WHEN: Monday April 27, 2020 at 5:30 pm WHERE: Frontier Public School REGISTRATION DUE DATE: Monday April 27, 2020

This is multi- contest event that will include Fashion Revue, Impressive Dress, and FCS Skill-a-thon contests.

What is Fashion Revue? The Fashion Revue contest offers 4-H members an opportunity to exhibit clothing items they have con- structed for their respective age levels and is open to youth grades 3-12. The Fashion and Fabrics project allows members to select patterns and fabrics using techniques that apply to design and function. Youth must list 2 techniques used from the Skill Mastery Sheets and bring a complete Mastery Sheet. They can be found at: http://4h.okstate.edu/literature ‐links/ok‐4‐h‐literature‐online‐1/family‐consumer‐science/fabric/skill‐ mastery‐sheets

Ages 9-10:

1. Simple Top 2. Knitted/crocheted yarn fashion garment (shawl, vest or sweater). 3. Simple Bottom

Ages 11-12 4. One-piece garment with facing 5. Simple bottom with pocket and or waistband or facing 6. Two-piece garment 7. Knitted/crocheted yarn fashion garment (shawl, vest or sweater) Ages 13-14 8. Blouse/shirt with sleeves and closure AND coordinating bottom with zipper and or pocket. 9. One-piece garment with buttonholes and or zipper 10. Knitted/crocheted yarn/thread fashion item 11. *One Piece Wool Garment (e.g. dress, coat, or cape)

Ages 15-19 12. Lined two-piece ensemble 13. One-pieced garment/coat 14. Unlined garment/coat with one or two pieces 15. Special occasion garment (e.g. prom dress) 16. *Two Piece Wool Outfit (e.g. vest or sweater w/ dress,

skirt, or pants/shorts)

What is Impressive Dress? This contest allows youth to exhibit clothes that they would find suitable in a variety of settings. The Impressive Dress teaches youth how to select garments and accessories for a specific occasion. Youth learn how to build a clothing wardrobe as well as good grooming and posture skills to enhance personal appearance. Youth will be able to recognize and wear properly fitted clothing as well as self-confidence.

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Divisions Cloverbuds (Ages 5-7 years old as of Sept. 1, 2017)

Junior (Grades 3-5)


Senior (Grades 9-12

Categories 1. Active Sportswear: Garments worn to play tennis, skiing, jogging etc. 2. Casual Wear: Garments worn to school, fairs, rodeos, dates, movies, spectator sports, shopping etc. 3. Dress Wear: Garments worn to church, weddings, dress up occasions etc. 4. Formal Wear: Usually includes specialty fabrics and/or styles and includes wedding party and very

formal event wear. What is FCS Skillathon? The FCS Skillathon provides an opportunity for members to develop life skills in a friendly but competitive setting by demonstrating the breadth of their knowledge and understanding of family and consumer science practices and principles related to foods, sewing and housing. It is designed to give youth a broad perspective of FCS through competitive activities. Divisions Junior (Grades 3-7) Senior (Grades 8-12)

Guidelines 1. 4-H members will compete as individuals in the FCS Skillathon. There will be no conferring for answers

or group discussion during the contest. 2. Youth will rotate through three areas of ID stations and two judging classes related to FCS practices and

equipment. 3. Each rotation will last 12 minutes. ID stations will have 25 items to identify and judging classes will have

one class each to place (6 minutes per class).

A list of resources to study from will be available through the Noble County OSU Extension Office approximately one month prior to the contest

Categories and Classes Sewing/Clothing related ID - Identify from a provided list fabric, fasteners, seams, design/cut, and other items related to apparel, fashion design, and/or sewing.

Interior Design/Housing related ID - Identify from a provided list decorating technique, colors, patterns, design elements and/or layouts.

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Food/Cooking related ID - Identify from a provided list appliances, utensils, spices, herbs and/or other food related item.

Nutrition Judging Class - Rank one class of four similar food related items based on a scenario provided. Classes may include snacks, menus and/or specific food items.

Food Judging Class - Rank one class of four similar baked or canned goods based on appearance, texture, uniformity, and proper food safety in preparation (canned goods on

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Fairs, Expos, and Livestock Shows

What are fairs, expos, and livestock shows? Throughout the year, 4-H youth are given several opportunities to showcase products of their 4-H project work. Some opportunities are provided within the county, other opportunities exist outside the county at the district and state level. Exhibitions such as these are not the culmination of the 4-H project, but provide an opportunity for youth to showcase an aspect of the project work they have completed and to receive feedback on the quality of their work. Please take note of any requirements for livestock health pa- pers or other certifications.

Noble County Spring Livestock Show http://oces.okstate.edu/noble/fairs/springshow

The Noble County Spring Livestock Show is held in February at the Fairgrounds in Perry. During the spring show, youth may exhibit the following livestock: beef cattle, sheep, meat goats, and swine. The Noble County 4-H program organizes and works the concession stand during the show and this is our primary county fundraiser for the year.

Oklahoma Youth Expo http://www.okyouthexpo.com/

The Oklahoma Youth Expo (OYE) is held in March at the state fairgrounds in Oklahoma City. This livestock show is one of the largest premium livestock shows in the nation. Youth must nominate steers, market lambs, market meat goats, and swine for OYE in the fall before the show. Registration must be completed in February and you must register through your Extension Educator or local ag teacher. If you are registering through your ag teacher but as a 4-H member, please call the Extension Office and inform us so we can confirm your 4-H enrollment!

District and State 4-H Horse Shows The Northwest District Horse Show is held in June. Youth must pre-register for the District Horse Show through the Extension Office and submit their registration fees by the deadline. Youth must qualify at the District Horse Show to compete at the State Horse Show held mid-June at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie. Registration fees for the State Horse Show must be paid by the end of the District Horse Show.

Noble County Fall Free Fair http://oces.okstate.edu/noble/fairs/fallfair

The Noble County Fall Free Fair is held the week following Labor Day in September. Building exhibits will be placed and receive premiums at the county free fair. Top exhibits will be selected to go on to the Tul- sa State Fair. Those exhibits that qualify for state must be left at the fair for the Extension Office to transport to Tulsa. The fall fair includes a horse show, beef cattle, sheep, meat goats, swine, rabbits, and poultry. The horse show requires pre-registration, and there are no entry fees for any classes.

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State Fair of Oklahoma and Tulsa State Fair http://oces.okstate.edu/noble/fairs/tsf http://okstatefair.com/state-fair/

The State Fair of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City takes place mid-September and is followed by the Tulsa State Fair. Qualifying building exhibits will be shown at the Tulsa State Fair; however, livestock may show at either or both fairs. The state dog show is held at the State Fair of Tulsa and a youth horse show is held at the Tulsa State Fair. If you are registering through your ag teacher but as a 4-H member, please call the Extension Office and inform us.

Trips

Throughout the year, there are many opportunities for 4-H youth to attend various learning and leadership experiences by attending a 4-H sponsored trip. The 4-H trips listed below have specific criteria that must be met so please read through this information careful- ly. Feel free to contact the Extension Office with any questions you may have.

District Leadership Conference District Leadership Conference, or DLC, is a North- west District leadership conference held each fall. This two-day conference provides opportunities for youth to participate in leadership training that will help them develop stronger 4-H programs in their community. It also offers opportunities for youth to make new friends, share experiences, and establish individual goals. DLC is designed to provide inspiration for 4-H involvement.

Requirements 13 years old or 7th grade as of September. 1, 2018 through 12th grade

Sponsorship

This trip does not have any sponsorship currently. Youth are responsible for the entire cost of the trip. Junior Roundup Jr. Roundup rewards our younger 4-H’ers for a job well done throughout the year. Junior 4-H’ers are selected by their Achievement Score Sheet. Senior 4-H members are selected to attend as counselors. Jr. Roundup is typically scheduled for the end of June or beginning of July.

Requirements 9-12 years old or 3rd – 7th grade as of Sept 1, 2017 Must submit Achievement Score Sheet by due date

13-19 years old or 8th – 12th grade as of Sept 1, 2017. Must submit Achievement Score Sheet and supply a paragraph (min. four sentences) explaining why you want to be a counselor

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Sponsorship

The Noble County 4-H Parent-Volunteer Association provide partial sponsorship for the trip. 4-H’ers may be required to pay a modest fee up to $5.00. State 4-H Roundup http://oklahoma4h.okstate.edu/events/roundup.htm

Roundup is a three-day trip to Stillwater to attend the state 4-H conference for members who have completed the 7th grade up to 19 years of age. It includes special activities, programs, workshops, competitive events, election of state and district officers and dances. It is held annually on the OSU campus during the last week of July. Youth attending Roundup will have the opportunity to engage in service projects and work with youth in 4-H from across the state of Oklahoma. While at OSU, youth stay in the Village Suites.

Requirements Must be 13 years old by January 1, 2017 or have completed the 7th grade and up to 19 years old Must submit Achievement Score Sheet by due date Sponsorship To qualify for partial sponsorship, delegates must have submitted a county record book by the due date. Noble County 4-H Parent-Volunteer Association will provide partial sponsorship. If a youth has not submitted a record book, they may be selected as a delegate but must pay full registration cost

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54-H Project Work and Record Books

4-H Youth Development Through Project Work 4-H project work allows youth to “Learn by Doing.” 4-H projects provide opportunities for both training (learning) and practice (doing). Through the process of 4-H project work, young people develop life skills that are relevant now and in the future. Youth who develop life skills become self-directed, productive, contributing citizens.

Project Work and 4-H Projects Two terms to be familiar with are “4-H project work” and “project.” The term 4-H project work is in reference to a single subject, such as Foods, Horticulture, Shooting Sports, Horses, etc. It is the big picture or long-term goal of what a member wants to learn. The term project is in reference to the individual parts or short-term goals of the 4-H project work. For more resources related to 4-H projects and project work, consult the State 4-H website at http://oklahoma4h.okstate.edu/projects

Project Work Areas Many 4-H’ers and family often ask what they can do a project “on.” The answer is almost any topic that provides for youth to learn by doing while developing life skills. However, to exhibit a project at county or state fairs, you will need to adhere to 4-H exhibit guidelines found in the fair book. We strive to make sure that the county fair exhibits have the same requirements as the state fair exhibits.

While we encourage youth to explore their interests through multiple project work areas, we provide recognition through awarding county medals for record books completed in the following areas: ● Achievement ● Aerospace ● Agriculture ● Aquaculture ● Beef ● Bicycle ● Biological Sciences ● Breads ● Cats ● Cavy (Guinea pigs, hamsters, etc.) ● Child Care & Development ● Citizenship & Civic Education ● Clothing & Textiles ● Commodity Marketing ● Communication Arts ● Community Service ● Computer Technology ● Conservation of Natural Resources ● Consumer Education ● Consumer & Family Science ● Dairy (Cattle) ● Dairy Foods

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● Demonstration ● Dogs ● Electric Energy ● Electricity ● Energy Management ● Engines, Tractors, and Field Equipment (ATV, automotive, farm machinery, small engines) ● Entomology & Bees ● Family Lifestyles ● Fashion Revue ● Field Crops ● Food Conservation, Preservation & Safety ● Food Nutrition ● Forestry ● Gardening & Horticulture ● Goats ● Healthy Lifestyles ● Healthy Living ● Hobbies and Collections (Rocketry, Geology) ● Home Environment Management ● Horse ● Industrial Arts ● Judging ● Leadership ● Llama ● Meat Science ● Outdoor Education & Recreation ● Performing Arts ● Personal Development ● Petroleum Power ● Pets ● Photography & Video ● Physical Science ● Plant Science ● Poultry ● Public Speaking ● Rabbits ● Reporting Media ● Safety ● Sheep ● Shooting Sports ● Swine ● Technology & Engineering ● Veterinary Science ● Visual Arts ● Waste Management ● Wildlife & Fisheries ● Wood Science

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Record Books http://oces.okstate.edu/noble/4-h/recordbooks

A record book is an accumulation of all 4-H project work done in one or more years. 4-H members should add to their record book each year, including new information over their project experiences in the past year. Members should describe the short-term projects they participated in or completed that lead towards the long-term 4-H project work goals. Record books should include project information that shows the size and scope of the project work (how many were involved, number of items produced, number of hours spent on project, etc.).

A record book is an excellent way to look back and see how much you have grown and learned through your 4-H experience. It can also be used to apply for a variety of 4-H and other awards and recognition.

4-H members 3rd - 7th grades (as of September 1, 2017) should use the County Junior Record Book Form. 4-H

• Personal Development • Petroleum Power • Pets • Photography & Video • Physical Science • Plant Science • Poultry • Public Speaking • Rabbits • Reporting Media • Safety • Sheep • Shooting Sports • Swine • Technology & Engineering • Veterinary Science • Visual Arts • Waste Management • Wildlife & Fisheries • Wood Science

Record Books http://oces.okstate.edu/noble/4-h/recordbooks

A record book is an accumulation of all 4-H project work done in one or more years. 4-H members should add to their record book each year, including new information over their project experiences in the past year. Members should describe the short-term projects they participated in or completed that lead towards the long-term 4-H project work goals. Record books should include project information that shows the size and scope of the project work (how many were involved, number of items produced, number of hours spent on project, etc.).

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A record book is an excellent way to look back and see how much you have grown and learned through your 4-H experience. It can also be used to apply for a variety of 4-H and other awards and recognition.

4-H members 3rd - 7th grades (as of September 1, 2017) should use the County Junior Record Book Form. 4-H members grades 8th -12th (as of September 1, 2019) should use the State Record Book form. These forms will be available online in the spring each year.

To help in yearly record keeping, be sure to use the Monthly 4-H Records section of this handbook, located on pages 37-42. This section helps member’s record information such as the following:

1. What you did (number of times, number of items made, number of animals, number of acres planted and harvested, hours spent working in project or project work done, how many people were involved, etc.).

2. What you learned (what new knowledge and skills were learned, what funny or sad things happened, etc.).

3. Learning experiences participated in (including demonstrations, speeches, tours, exhibits, judging, workshops attended, lessons at local club meetings, day camps, etc.).

4. Leadership experiences you participated in (volunteer leadership: teaching or assisting with teaching, committee work, officer, etc.).

5. Citizenship activities participated in (helping others, providing a service, organizing a community-wide project, etc.).

6. Awards and recognition received.

Project Medals Good record-keeping is an essential life skill youth learn through 4-H. After completing a 4-H Record Book, youth are recognized for achievement in their project area of emphasis through selection for a project medal. Project medals, which resemble pins representative of a specific project area, are a highly sought-after award within 4-H. Members may earn two project pins each year. Youth are encouraged to explore other areas of interest within 4-H, and a youth may receive a project medal only once within the same category during their 4-H career. Youth receiving County Hall of Fame honor at the end of their 4-H career will receive a portrait that will display in the Noble County Courthouse.

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Monthly 4-H Records

July Project Project Work Done:

What I Learned:

Activities Where I Led Others:

Community Service Activities:

Meetings/Training I Attended: Participation in Events/Activities:

August Project

Project Work Done: What I Learned:


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Meetings/Training I Attended:

Participation in Events/Activities:

September

Project Work Done:

What I Learned:





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October

Project Work Done

What I Learned:





November

Project Work Done:

What I Learned:


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December

Project Work Done:

What I Learned:





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January

Project Work Done:

What I Learned:





February

Project Work Done:

What I Learned:


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March

Project Work Done:

What I Learned:





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April

Project Work Done:

What I Learned:





May

Project Work Done:

What I Learned:


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June

Project Work Done:

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4-H Representation

4-H Emblem The green four-leaf clover with a right turned stem and the letter “H” in white or gold on each leaflet is the

official emblem of the 4-H club. The text, 18 U.S.C. 707, appears with the emblem.

4-H Club Colors The white symbolizes purity and high ideals.

Green is nature’s most prominent color and is symbolic of youth, life and growth.

4-H Motto “To Make the Best Better”

4-H Club Colors The white symbolizes purity and high ideals.

Green is nature’s most prominent color and is symbolic of youth, life and growth.

4-H Pledge I pledge my head to clearer thinking,

My heart to greater loyalty, My hands to larger service, and

For my club, My community, My country, and

My world.

4-H Slogan “Learn by Doing”

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Club Meeting Organization

Order of Business I. Call to Order II. 4-H Club Ritual III. Roll Call IV. Introduction of Guests V. Reading of Secretary’s Minutes VI. Treasurer’s Report VII. Reading of Correspondence VIII. Reports of Committees and Officers IX. Unfinished Business X. New Business XI. Announcements XII. Leaders’ Comments XIII. Adjourn Meeting XIV. 4-H Talks

A. Juniors (Grades 3-6) B. Seniors (Grades 7-12)

XIV. 4-H Demonstrations A. Juniors (Grades 3-6) B. Seniors (Grades 7-12)

XV. Program by Leader, Educator, or Special Guest XVI. Recreation and Refreshments

Officer Duties

President �� Prepares an agenda with the assistance of the other officers, coordinates club business �� Presides at all business meetings

�� Call and adjourn the meeting on time

�� Keep the meeting on schedule �� Appoints committees and establishes a sense of team for the club �� Consults with adult 4-H volunteers and county

Extension staff �� Attend to such duties as are necessary to carry out the club 4-H program

Vice President �� Provides leadership in the president’s absence

�� Coordinates c o m m i t t e e s �� May be responsible for educational programs at club meetings �� Promote the 4-H club program by speaking to civic

groups, 4-H groups, and 4-H leaders throughout the county �� Perform all duties delegated to him/her by the President �� Assist President on questions of parliamentary

procedures

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Secretary �� Keeps written minutes of all meetings and attendance and participation records in the Oklahoma 4-H Club S e c retary’s Book �� Writes correspondence, monthly reports and activity reports as needed or delegated by the other officers

or club volunteer leaders �� Annually submits Secretary’s Book to county Extension office �� Serves as Treasurer when needed

Treasurer �� Responsible for handling the club’s funds and keeping accurate financial records, copies of invoices, bills,

etc. �� Receive, record, and deposit all funds

�� Pay bills or make other authorized expenditures �� Reconcile the cash in the account with the club’s ledger �� Annually submits Treasurer’s Book to county Extension office along with a yearly financial report

Reporter �� Works closely with the county Extension staff �� May be asked to assist with the county 4-H newsletter, soliciting assistance and cooperation from others �� Write and submit news articles at the direction of county

Extension staff �� When needed, take photos at county 4-H events �� Writes and submits interesting and accurate reports about club meetings and club activities to the local news-

paper

Recreation Leader �� Promotes enthusiasm through games and songs at 4-H club meetings and other activities �� Select songs or activities in advance of meeting

�� Lead the club in group singing or icebreaker activities �� Assist in county-wide singing and recreational activities �� Encourage group involvement of all 4-H members at all activities

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THE 4-H RITUAL

Nothing more nearly represents the purpose and character of 4-H Club work than the ritual. When correctly given it is beautiful and impressive. Every member should commit it to memory. The entire club in unison at each club meeting should give the ritual. It is as follows: Vice President: “Stand Please.” Members: [All members rise and stand erect.] Vice President: What is our 4-H Club motto?” Members: (In unison): “To make the best better.” Vice President: “We will repeat the 4-H Club pledge.”

Members: “I pledge My head to clearer thinking, My heart to greater loyalty, My hands to larger service, and My health to better living, for my club, my community, my country and my world.” [In

repeating the pledge, raise the right hand to side of head when speaking line No. 1, lower right hand over heart when speaking line No.2; extend hands, palms upward, when speaking line No.3; and stand at

attention when speaking line No. 4.] Vice President: “We will now give the Pledge to the Flag.”

Members: “I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” [At attention facing the flag repeat together the pledge of allegiance. The right hand should be placed over the heart while

giving the pledge of allegiance. Congress, made this change December 15, 1942, Section 7, Public Law 623.]

Vice President: “We will now review the meaning of the club emblem. What is the national 4-H club

emblem? Members: “The National 4-H Club emblem is the four-leaf clover with the letter “H” on each leaflet running parallel with the mid-rib of the leaflet.” Vice President: “What do the four H’s on the club emblem represent?” Members: “They represent the equal training of the head, heart, hands and health of every member.” Vice President: “For what is the head trained?” Members: “To think, to plan, to reason.” Vice President: “For what is the heart trained?” Members: “To be kind, to be true, to be sympathetic.” Vice President: “For what are the hands trained?”

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Members: “To be useful, to be helpful, to be skillful.” Vice President: “For what is the health trained?” Members: “To resist disease, to enjoy life, to make for efficiency.” Vice President: “In the All-Star Emblem, what does the Fifth H represent?” Members: “The Home.” Vice President: “In what way can we be of help in our home life?” Members: “By striving to train for a home life that represents true character, comfort and contentment.” Vice President: “Be seated, please.”

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