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Name: _________________________ Club : __________________________

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Goals

Club Members

Attend every local meeting

Know 4-H Ritual

Read County 4-H Newsletter and 4-H Handbook

Keep records on 4-H work and complete 4-H Record Book/4-H Project Report Form

Give at least one 4-H Talk or Illustrated Presentation

Participate in at least one County Event, such as the County Fair, 4-H Food Fest, or 4-H Day

Club

Club participate in County Events

Have member & volunteer re-enrollment forms completed and new enrollment forms turned in to the County Office by September 1st

Club complete Citizenship Project

Submit Reporter's Book for county award

Have minimum of 6 club meetings

Have at least one certified volunteer leader (two preferred)

Submit 4-H On-TRAC program plans Local 4-H Cub Officers President ________________________________ Vice-Pres. ________________________________ Secretary ________________________________ Treasurer ________________________________ Reporter _____________________________

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL O beautiful for spacious skies For amber waves of grain For purple mountain majesties Above the fruited plains America! America! God shed His grace on thee And crown thy good with broth-erhood From sea to shining sea. O beautiful for Pilgrim feet Whose stern, impassioned stress A thoroughfare for freedom beat Across the wilderness America! America! God mend thine ev’ry flaw, Confirm thy soul in self-control, Thy liberty in law. O beautiful for heroes prov’d In liberating strife, Who more than self their coun-try loved, And mercy more than life. America! America! May God thy gold refine Till all success be nobleness, And ev’ry gain divine. O beautiful for patriot dream That sees beyond the years Thine alabaster cities gleam, Undimmed by human tears, America! America! God shed His grace on thee And crown thy good with broth-erhood From sea to shining sea.

STAR SPANGLED BANNER Oh, say! Can you see, by the dawn’s early light, What so proudly we hailed at the twi-light’s last gleaming? Whose broad stripes and bright stars, through the perilous fight, O’er the ramparts we watched, were so gallantly streaming? And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof thro’ the night that our flag was still there. Oh, say, does that Star-Spangled Ban-ner yet wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave? THIS LAND Chorus: This land is your land, This land is my land, From California to the New York Is-land, From the Redwood Forest to the Gulf Stream Waters, This land was made for you and me. 1. As I went walking that ribbon of

highway I saw above me the endless skyway. I saw below me the golden valley, This land was made for you and me. 2. I roamed and rambled, I followed by foot steps, To the sparkling sands of the Silver Diamond Desert And all around me a voice was calling: This land was made for you and me. 3. The sun was shining as I was strolling, The wheat fields waving, the dust clouds rolling, As the fog was lifting, a voice was call-ing: This land was made for you and me.

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STUCK ON 4-H I am stuck on 4-H, cause 4-H sticks with me I am stuck on 4-H, cause 4-H sticks with me It stays with me when I’m happy Or when I’m feeling blue. So get stuck on 4-H, Cause 4-H sticks with you. (Tune to band-aid commercial) JOHN JACOB JINGLEHEIMER SCHMIDT John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt His name is my name too! Whenever I go out “There goes” John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt. TRA-LA-LA-LA-LA-LA-LA HEAD, SHOULDERS, KNEES & TOES Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes, Knees and Toes. Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes, Knees and Toes. And Eyes and Ears and Mouth and Nose. Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes, Knees and Toes.

ACTION: Point to each part of the body as you sing the word. First verse sing the above, each verse after hum through an additional word. Second verse hum through Head. Third verse hum through Head and Shoulders, etc.

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DO YOUR EARS HANG LOW Do your ears hang low Do they wobble to and fro Can you tie them in a knot Can you tie them in a bow Can you throw them over your shoul-der Like a continental soldier Do your ears hang low? THE GRAND OLD DUKE OF YORK The grand old Duke of York He had ten thousand men He marched them up the hill and then he marched them down again and when you’re up you’re up and when you down you’re down and when you only half way up You’re neither up nor down. OKLAHOMA Oklahoma, where the wind comes sweepin’ down the plain And the wavin’ wheat can sure smell sweet When the wind comes right behind the rain. Oklahoma, every night my honey lamb and I sit alone and talk And watch a hawk makin’ lazy cir-cles in the sky. We know we belong to the land – and the land we belong to is grand! And when we say – Yeeow! Ayipe-oee Ay! We’re only sayin’ You’re doing fine, Oklahoma! Oklahoma, O.K.L.A.H.O.M.A., Okla-homa! OK

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Table of Contents

General Information Getting the Most out of the 4-H Year .................................................. 4 4-H Program Rules & Guidelines ....................................................... 5 Contact Us ......................................................................................... 5 Guidelines Concerning Exhibition of Livestock in Oklahoma County .. 6 4-H Club Ritual .................................................................................. 7 Order of 4-H Club Meeting ................................................................. 8 County Events ............................................................................... 9 County Officer Training/OnTrac/Teen Leaders ................................ 10 4-H Food Fest .................................................................................. 11 4-H Food Showdown ....................................................................... 12 Communications Contest ................................................................. 13 Communications Contest/Illustrated Presentations .......................... 14 Impressive Dress Contest ................................................................ 15 Dress Revue ................................................................................16,17 Job Readiness ................................................................................. 18 County 4-H Camp ............................................................................ 19 Oklahoma County Free Fair .........................................................20,21 County Fundraisers……………………………………………………….23 Teen Retreat……………………………………………………………….24 Teen Service Project…………………………………………………….. 24 H.U.G.S…...…………………………………………………………….24,25 OSU Field Days……………………………………………………………25 Record Keeping & Awards ............................................................ 26 Awards Criteria ................................................................................ 27 County Medals Available ................................................................. 28 Terminology for 4-H Awards ............................................................ 29 County Medal Selection Procedure……………………………………..30 Awards – Jr. 4-H ..........................................................................30,31 Awards – Sr. 4-H………………………………………………………31-34 Trips………………………………………………………………………...34 4-H Trips & Conferences ............................................................... 35 Youth Action Conference…………………………………………………35 State 4-H Round-Up………………………………………………………35 4-H Calendar .................................................................................. .36 Notes……………………………………………………………………37,38 Songs…………………………………………………………………...39,40

Getting the Most out of the

4-H Year

As a Member

• Attend your local meetings - get involved in the activities • Offer to take on responsibilities • Get your project literature, read it and do the activities • Participate in activities at the County Level • Keep records of what you do with your projects so you can fill out a

Record Book at the end of the year for awards • Teach others what you know - LEADERSHIP - Do workshops at County events and your local club • Help others - CITIZENSHIP - Help your Neighbor, give to the needy, and offer your services to others • Remember - participation, leadership, and citizenship are necessary

for the top awards.

Most Importantly - Get Involved!!

As a Parent

• Attend local meetings - offer help with meetings • Offer to take on responsibilities - Drive 4-H'ers to a contest ,if a certified volunteer - Provide refreshments - Suggest and help with a Citizenship project • Help your child with project work (find resources and opportunities) • Become a Project or Activity Leader - All you need is an interest in kids

and the willingness to share your time and knowledge with them. • Teach a skill, help with project work, and help write a speech, help re-

hearse a talent show. • Help your child learn to keep records • You have a part in helping your child have a good 4-H experience.

Get involved in the local 4-H Club. 4-H Leaders need your help!

A successful 4-H year does not just happen, it is planned and takes work!!

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4-H Program RULES & Guidelines

Welcome to the world of 4-H! The Oklahoma County 4-H Program is full of opportunities for your family to work, play and learn together. This publication is designed to help you participate in the Oklahoma County 4-H Program. If you need further clarification on any of the information included in this booklet, please call the office @ 713-1125 or check the web page at http://oces..okstate.edu/oklahoma . The 4-H Club year (referred to as current 4-H year) is based on a fiscal and program year beginning September 1 and ending August 31. Mem-bers may enroll at any time during the year provided they meet the age requirements. Ages for the 4-H year will be based on age on January 1 of that program year. 4-H Enrollment Rules & Guidelines: • Any child may enroll after he or she has reached 9 years of age • Reside or attend school in Oklahoma • Annually complete 4-H enrollment card with county Extension office

or with 4-H club leader • 4-H membership may only be held in one county • Youth may remain members provided they have not reached the age

of 19 before January 1st Cloverbud membership is granted to children 5 years old through 8 years old. The Cloverbud program is family-oriented and is non-competitive. Due to the developmental skills of this age group, Cloverbud members will not be permitted to participate in events where they or their projects are compared or judged against their peers. Cloverbuds may participate in county level activities in a non-competitive category.

For more information or to contact us:

http://oces.okstate.edu/oklahoma

Educators Mindy McNeil mindy.mcneil@okstate.edu Cody Yount cody.w.yount@okstate.edu

Address 2500 NE 63rd Street

Oklahoma City, OK 73111

Phone (405)713-1125

Fax (405)713-2123

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1. Once an Exhibitor begins showing a livestock project in one organi-

zation, he/she may not exhibit the same project in the other organi-zation during the same academic year.

2. Exhibitors with more than one species of livestock will be allowed to

show in both 4-H and FFA. See exception above. 3. Eligibility

• Project work exhibited by a member represents work completed during the previous 12 months. Members who turn 9 after Decem-ber 31, 2014 will do first year projects and record books during their partial year as a member, as wells as for the next full year of enrollment. This membership is not dependent upon race, color, national origin, gender, religion, marital status, place of residence, or membership in any other organization. An individual who meets these requirements and properly completes a 4-H enroll-ment card or whose name appears on an enrollment form that is on file in the County Extension Office is considered a bona fide 4-H Member.

• To be eligible to exhibit, 4-H Members must have enrollment

cards on file in the County Extension Office by July 1 to show in the fall and by January 1 to show in the spring, the only exception being that of a person becoming 9 years of age prior to the begin-ning of the show.

• Any boy or girl who has been barred from participation in a specif-

ic activity or event as a member of any other organization will not be eligible to represent their county as a 4-H member in that activ-ity or event on a district or state-wide basis.

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Guidelines Concerning

Exhibition

of Livestock in Oklahoma County

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Calendar of 4-H Events

(See Newsletter for more info)

September • OKC State Fair • Volunteer/Parent Update &

Training • Tulsa State Fair • Septemberfest

October

• County Officials Reception • Youth Action Conference • H.U.G.S Campaign • Collect Items for fundraiser

November • Fundraiser • Deliver H.U.G.S items • Volunteer Update & Training

December

• Communications Contest • Teen Retreat

January

• SE District Volunteer Confer-ence

• Volunteer/Parent Update & Training

• 4-H Day at the Capitol Registra-tion Due

February

• Teen Leaders Meeting • Camp Counselor/Staff Applica-

tions Due

March • OK Youth Expo • Food Fest • County Spring Livestock /Horse

Show • Spring Break Workshops

April • 4-H Day at the Capitol • Vol. Appreciation Dinner &

Update • County Record Books Due • Camp Counselor Training

May • Junior Camp Registration

Due • Dress Revue/Impressive

Dress • Job Readiness Contest • District Horse Show

June • Junior 4-H Camp • County Record Book Inter-

views • Summer Workshops • Teen Officer Elections • Sewing Camps

July

• OSU Livestock Judging Field Days

• State 4-H Round Up • Food Showdown • Volunteer/Parent Training/

On-TRAC

August • Oklahoma County Free Fair • Awards Reception

Youth Action Conference Three-day short course in leadership training built around a general theme. Special instructors are used to teach principles of leadership to older 4-H youth from the Southwest District. This is held during the third week in October during Fall Break. Number of delegates able to attend is set forth by District and State Of-fices. Delegates pay expenses. Requirements: 1. Must be in 7th grade or above 2. Be active and currently enrolled in the 4-H program. 3. Must meet criteria set forth by District 4-H Officers and Extension

Staff.

A four-day

statewide conference held on the OSU Campus. Delegates participate in workshops, dress revue and job readiness, speech, and demonstra-tion contests and other competitive events. Round Up is usually held the last week in May. Approximately 30 dele-gates may be selected from Oklahoma County. Delegates are responsible for their own expenses; Oklahoma County 4-H helps to defray expenses if funds are available. Requirements: 1. Must have passed 13th birthday as of January 1st of 4-H year.

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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. It should be given by the entire club at each club meeting. It is as follows: Vice Pres.: "Stand, please”. "What is our 4-H CLUB MOTTO?" Members: "To make the Best Better”. Vice Pres: "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".

Vice Pres: "We will now give the PLEDGE TO THE FLAG”. Members: "I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of Amer-

ica and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

Vice Pres: "We will now review the meaning of the club emblem. What is the national 4-H CLUB EMBLEM?"

Members: "The National Club Emblem is the four leaf clover with the letter "H" on each leaflet running parallel with the mid-rib of the leaflet.

Vice Pres: "What do the 4 H's on the Club Emblem represent?" Members: "They represent the equal training of the head, heart, hands,

and health of every member”. Vice Pres: "For what is the head trained?" Members: "To think, to plan, to reason”. Vice Pres: "For what is the heart trained?" Members: "To be kind, to be true, to be sympathetic." Vice Pres: "For what are the hands trained?" Members: "To be useful, to be helpful, to be skillful." Vice Pres: "For what is the health trained?" Members: "To resist disease, to enjoy life, to make for efficiency”. Vice Pres: "In the All-Star Emblem, what does the fifth H repre-

sent?" Members: "The Home”. Vice Pres: "In what way can we be a help in our home life?" Members: "By striving to train for a home life that represents true char-

acter, comfort and contentment”. Vice Pres: "We are here to: Have fun and learn. Keep your com-

ments positive and constructive. Be seated please!"

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The 4-H Club Ritual

(Abbreviated form) President…

"Will the meeting please come to order? The Vice-President will now lead the 4-H Club Ritual and 4-H Pledge." "The Song Leader will now lead us in a song." "The secretary will call the roll." "We shall now have the reading of the minutes of the last meeting." "Are there any additions or corrections to the minutes of the last meeting?" (Pause) "If not, the minutes stand as read." "We shall now have any committee reports or project reports." "Is there any unfinished business to come before the club?" "Is there any new business to come before the club?" "Are there any announcements?" "Do I hear a motion for adjournment of the business meeting?" "It has been moved and seconded that the meeting adjourn. All in favor - say aye, all opposed same sign. Motion carries." "I will now turn the program over to our vice president who will intro-duce our program."

Order of 4-H Club Meetings

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The following awards are trips in which Delegates may be responsible for some or all of the expenses of the trip depending on availability of county funds.

4-H Citizenship Washington Focus Eleven-day short course held in Washington D.C. Trips and tours of the capital city highlight the event. Participants learn through lectures, dis-cussions, field trips, and group living. Short course is designed to: • Develop a greater understanding and of American Citizenship. • Learn basic function of government at the national level. • Develop skills for practicing and teaching citizenship in local 4-H

club.

This event is usually held in June or July. Oklahoma County nominates 1 candidate. Donors and the delegates cover expenses. Requirements: 1. Must be at least 15 at the time the trip is taken. 2. Must have been enrolled in 4-H at least one year and be currently

enrolled. 3. Must turn in an Oklahoma Report Form/Cumulative Record Book and

be chosen to attend.

Western 4-H Roundup Five-day conference held in Denver, Colorado during January. Partici-pants have the opportunity participate in educational experiences and work with youth from other states. Participants will tour businesses in the Denver area and be involved in leadership activities. Requirements: 1. Must be 15 years old by January 1 of year making the trip. 2. Must have completed at least one year of 4-H work and be currently

enrolled. 3. Must turn in an Oklahoma Report Form/Cumulative Record Book

and be chosen to attend.

Oklahoma County Senior Hall of Fame [Continued] Requirements 1. Oklahoma Report Form/Cumulative Record Book (overall participa-

tion) and Record Book Summary Form. 2. Prefer 4-H members who participate actively on local, county, dis-

trict and state basis in a variety of educational programs and ac-tivities.

3. Number of years in 4-H is given preference only if candidates have been rated equally on other factors.

4. Progressive growth/ leadership development on local, county, dis-trict, and state basis in their 4-H work exhibited through their 4-H record.

5. Older 4-H'ers will be given preference only if candidates have rat-ed equally on all other factors

Star Participation Award (Application due in June) Requirements: 1. Worked in 2 different projects

All Star Participation Award (Application due in June) Requirements: 1. Worked in 3 different projects 2. One or more exhibits at county or state events 3. Participate in at least 1 county activity 4. Give 4-H Speech or 4-H Illustrated Presentation at local club during

the year. 5. Give Speech or Illustrated Presentation/workshop at county, district

or state level. 6. Attend 75% of regular local monthly meetings. 7. Submit a current 4-H County Record Book, or Oklahoma Report

Form to office.

Super All Star Participation Award (Application due in June) Requirements: 1. Worked in six different projects 2. Three or more exhibits at county or state events 3. Participate in 4 county activities 4. Give 4-H Speech or 4-H Illustrated Presentation at local club during

the year. 5. Give Speech or Illustrated Presentation/workshop at county, district

or state level. 6. Attend 75% of regular local monthly meetings 7. Share skills learned in 4-H with 3 individuals. 8. Submit a current 4-H Record Book, County Medal Form, or Oklaho-

ma Report Form to the Extension Office.

Outstanding Fair Exhibitor To encourage participation and outstanding work at County Fair. Requirements: 1. 4-H member 14 years of age as of January 1st of the current 4-H

year. 2. Turn in points at county fair- list and submit to Extension Office.

Oklahoma County Senior Hall of Fame To recognize 2 outstanding Senior 4-H'ers in Oklahoma County who have achieved on a local and county level and have shown progressive growth and leadership development in their 4-H work.

• Portrait will hang in 4-H office for 3 years and a savings bond will be given.

• Selection of Hall of Fame winners to be made by ranking from judg-es.

• 50% of score based on Oklahoma Report Form and 50% based on interview.

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Most rules and guidelines for the major county events are included in this section of the handbook. These pages are provided for your use in being an active 4-H member, leader, or parent.

Please study this section of the handbook and refer to it as the year pro-gresses. REMEMBER:

1. Please share this book with your parents and let them know what you would like to do in 4-H Club work.

2. Most information/guidelines & registration on events is provided via the Oklahoma County OCES website www.oces.okstate.edu/oklahoma) & the Oklahoma County 4-H Handbook - Plan now; start now on your projects.

3. We will use Oklahoma County 4-H Updates via Constant Contact to update the 4-H family. If you need a hard copy, please contact the Extension Office and provide your contact information. Oklahoma County 4-H Updates will provide the most current and update infor-mation regarding events and activities.

4. Please call your local 4-H Leader or the Oklahoma Cooperative Ex-tension Center if you have questions.

5. Information for the County and State Fairs, summer livestock events, and other animal events are available in the respective fair books and leaflets. Prior to the event come by Extension Office for your copy.

*Information on changes, workshops, new activities, and in-service train-ing will be included in the County 4-H Newsletter and distributed prior to the event.

Training

• Open To All 4-H Members •

Local 4-H club officer training– Local 4-H clubs are encouraged to send their officer team to the training. The training will help the officer team to work together and learn their responsibility as a local 4-H club officer. The club officers can also help plan out their 4-H club meetings for the year.

Youth County Officer Elections– Election’s will be held in Early June. Requirements of County Officers: Oklahoma County 4-H member who has completed a minimum of 1 year, turn in a county record book, pre-senting a speech at the elections, and be present for the rewards recep-tion in August. Submit officer applications early May.

On-TRAC-Annual meeting/training for 4-H organizational leaders and 4-H volunteers. On-TRAC is a process in which the 4-H organizational lead-ers help plan out the 4-H year. This meeting is very important for all 4-H leaders to attend.

Teen Leaders

County 4-H Teen Leaders are Sr. 4-Hers who focus on Community Ser-vice and leadership at county events. The Youth County Officer team and teen leaders are the 4-Hers who lead workshops at county events and participate in most of the 4-H activities.

Teen Leaders will have a chance to take part in a community Service event at least twice a year. Jr. 4-Hers are welcome to participate in the county wide community service events, as long as there is not an age limit. The 4-H newsletter will have the community service opportunities posted.

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Sr. Citizenship Award To recognize two 4-H members who demonstrates social responsibility and contributes to community development. Requirements: 1. 4-H member 14 years and over of age as of January 1st of the cur-

rent 4-H year. 2. Cumulative Record Book submitted for current year/Oklahoma Re-

port Form.

Sr. Leadership Award To recognize two 4-H members maintaining a high achievement in 4-H leadership. Requirements: 1. 4-H member 14 years and over of age as of January 1

st of the cur-

rent 4-H year. 2. Oklahoma Report Form/Cumulative Record Book submitted for cur-

rent year. 3. Oklahoma Report Form/Cumulative Record Book submitted for cur-

rent year

Danforth Award ("I Dare You") To recognize and honor two 4-H members in county for four-fold devel-opment in the physical, mental, social, and spiritual areas. Receive: Certificate & “I Dare You” Book Requirements: 1. 4-H member 14 years and over of age as of January 1st of the cur-

rent 4-H year. 2. Oklahoma Report Form/Cumulative Record Book submitted for

current year.

Key Club Award To recognize outstanding accomplishments of Oklahoma's top 4-H members, provide a common bond among former 4-H members, and to further develop 4-H work in Oklahoma. Receive: Certificate & Oklahoma 4-H Key Membership Requirements: 1. 4-H member 14 years and over of age as of January 1st of the cur-

rent 4-H year. 2. Must submit completed application form with the minimum number of

points by published deadline. 3. Must be approved by the Cooperative Extension Staff. 4. Must make a presentation to a 4-H group about Key Club 5. Must make a presentation to a non-4-H group, such as non-4-H

Youth or Adults, about the 4-H program in general. 6. Participated in one county event 7. Gave a speech/illustrated presentation or lead activity at local club 8. Attended 50% of regular club meetings

All Star participation award (Application due in June) Requirements: 1. Worked in 3 different projects 2. One or more exhibits at county or state events 3. Participate in at least 1 county activity 4. Give 4-H Speech or 4-H Illustrated Presentation at local club during

the year. 5. Give Speech or Illustrated Presentation/workshop at county, district

or state level. 7. Attend 75% of regular local monthly meetings. 8. Submit a current 4-H County Record Book, or Oklahoma Report

Form to office.

Super All Star Participation Award (Application due in June) Requirements: 1. Worked in six different projects 2. Three or more exhibits at county or state events 3. Participate in 4 county activities 4. Give 4-H Speech or 4-H Illustrated Presentation at local club during

the year. 5. Give Speech or Illustrated Presentation/workshop at county, district

or state level. 1. Attend 75% of regular local monthly meetings 7. Share skills learned in 4-H with 3 individuals. 8. Submit a current 4-H Record Book, or Oklahoma Report Form to the

Extension Office.

Oklahoma County Junior Hall of Fame To recognize 2 outstanding Junior 4-H Members in Oklahoma County who have achieved on a local and county level and have shown progres-sive growth and development in their 4-H work. Fifty percent of score based on 4-H record book or Oklahoma Report Form and 50% based on interview. Requirements: 1. Less than 14 years of age January 1st, when the award is received. 2. A Cumulative 4-H Record Book entered for current year or Oklaho-

ma Report Form.

Sr. Citizenship Award To recognize two 4-H members who demonstrates social responsibility and contributes to community development. Requirements: 1. A 4-H member 14 years of age and over of age as of January 1st of

the current 4-H year. 2. Cumulative Record Book submitted for current year/Oklahoma Report

Form.

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Senior 4-H Awards

4-H Food Fest

General Description: An opportunity for 4-H’ers and other youth to display their talents in the area of Foods & Nutrition. This event is held in March. You do not have to be in 4-H to participate. General Rules: 1. Exhibitor may have one entry in EACH class 2. Entries will be divided by age as of Jan. 1

• Junior - 9-11 • Intermediate 12-14 • Senior - 15 & over

3. Recipe cards must be included in each food entry 4. Exhibitor’s name and age should be written on the bottom of entry and

not be visible. 5. All items must be made from scratch, except for decorated cakes. Food categories are as follows:

• Main Dish • Fruits & Vegetables • Bread & Cereal • Nutritious Snacks • Desserts • Ethnic Favorites

Judging Criteria:

Communication Skills (20 points): 1. Voice – strong and controlled, easy to understand. 2. Poise – at ease, keeps still and not moving around. 3. Presentation – presents information in a clear and comfortable manner. 4. Eye Contact – has good eye contact with judge, looks around room to

make eye contact with audience. Interview (35 points) 1. Overall knowledge - demonstrates ability to answer questions and has

a good knowledge of food and nutrition information. 2. Preparation principles - demonstrates knowledge and ability to discuss

principles based on dish prepared. 3. Ingredients - demonstrates good knowledge of dish ingredients. 4. Nutrients - can identify primary nutrients in dish and explain their func-

tion.

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Food Showdown

General Description: 4-H 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 prep-aration. 4-H Food Showdown teams will create their dish using only one clue, and they will be provided secret ingredients and items from the com-mon pantry. From the secret ingredients, 4-H members must identify, pre-pare, and then present information related to the serving size, nutritional value, and cost of the dish. Teams will be judged on:

• Knowledge of MyPlate

• Food Preparation & Safety

• Serving Size Information

• Food Appearance/Quality

• Presentation Skills Age groups are as follows: Juniors:9-13 years old Seniors: 14-18 years old

4. Dietary guidelines/My Plate – demonstrates knowledge of dietary guidelines based on the USDA “My Plate” recommendations. Can identify each food group and serving size based recommendations.

5. Serving Size – demonstrates knowledge of serving size for your age group.

6. Food Safety – can discuss and identify specific food safety practic-es used during the preparation of food item.

Food (20 points) 1. Appearance/appeal – dish has a pleasing and appetizing combina-

tion of colors. May use garnish 2. Quality & Texture - flavor is appropriate and helps the dish perform

its function in the menu. Dish is neither overcooked nor under-cooked.

3. Recipe – recipe is easy and practical to prepare. Ingredients are listed in order used. Accurate name and form of all ingredients is given (1 teaspoon garlic salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, or 1 clove garlic, minced). Procedure is written in an orderly manner with di-rections that are clear, concise and easy to follow. Correct recipe form and grammar should be used.

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Junior 4-H Awards

County Medal

Selection Procedure

To honor and recognize 4-H Members on a county level for work completed in a 4-H project year.

Requirements: 1. Must have submitted an award form (4-H Award Participation

form, Record Book, Oklahoma Report Form).

• List at least 2 (or more) new things learned in the reported project.

• Participate in at least 2 learning experiences in the reported project.

• Show work done in the reported project.

• Have at least one citizenship or leadership activity (may be any project)

• Complete the 4-H story in reported project. 2. 4-H members can receive only two county project medals each

year. 3. Can receive the same county project medal once as a Junior and

once as a Senior

Jr. Citizenship Award To recognize one 4-H member who demonstrates social responsibility and contributes to community development. Requirements: 1. Under 14 years of age as of January 1st of the current 4-H year. 2. Cumulative Record Book submitted for current year/Oklahoma Report

Form.

Jr. Leadership Award To recognize one 4-H member who demonstrates leadership ability.

Jr. Outstanding Exhibitor To recognize one 4-H member who has the highest placing at the county fair in a number of different things. Requirements: 1. A 4-H member 13 years of age and younger January 1st of current

year 2. Fill out the Exhibitor sheet at the county fair and turn it in before the

county fair is over.

Star Participation Award (Application due in June) Requirements: 1. Worked in 2 different projects 2. Participated in one county event 3. Gave a speech/illustrated presentation or lead activity at local club 4. Attended 50% of regular club meetings

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4-H Year September 1-August 31 Official 4-H Age Age on January 1 of current 4-H year Junior 4-H Member 4-H Member ranging from nine years old and who has not passed their fourteenth birthday before January 1 of the current calendar year. * Senior 4-H Member 4-H Member who has passed their fourteenth birthday before January 1 of the current 4-H Year and has not passed their nineteenth birthday. * Record Keeping Year From the time you turned in last year’s record book or started 4-H to the due date for the record book turn in. 4-H Record Book (Required for County Awards) A 4-H Record Book is composed of a Cumulative Record Book Form, 4-H Story and Pictures. 4-H'ers must have passed their 9th birthday to submit a Record Book for competition. Oklahoma Report Form In order to apply at State a 4-H'er must have passed their 14th birthday before January 1 of current 4-H year. A 4-H'er may enter two project are-as in state provided they are selected to represent the county. The Okla-homa Report Form is composed of: 1. A State 4-H Report Form for each project 2. A story for each project (maximum 6 pages) 3. Three pages of project pictures (unless Photography Project then 6 pgs.)

*Member should have a current enrollment form on file in the 4-H Office.

Terminology for 4-H Awards

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General Description: The Speech Contest is an opportunity to display public speaking skills. General Rules: 1. No individual may give more than one speech.

2. The contest will be divided into 3 age groups (Age as of Jan. 1st):

• Cloverbuds 5-8

• Junior 9-11

• Intermediate 12-14

• Senior 15-19 3. The type of speech that may be presented are speeches, Impromptu, PowerPoint

Presentation and Science Fair categories. Resources for ideas include 4-H manu-als, magazines, books, fact sheets, etc.

4. Length of speech:

• 5-8 yr. olds

2-5 minutes

• 9-11 yr. olds:

3-5 minutes for speech & PowerPoint

3-10 minutes for Illustrated presentation

• 12-14 yr. olds:

5-7 minutes for speech & PowerPoint

5-12 minutes for Illustrated presentation

• 15-18 yr. olds:

5-7 minutes for speech & PowerPoint

5-12 minutes for Illustrated presentation 5. Talks may be given in any area of special interest. Special awards are available in

the following areas:

• (9 & Up)– Bread, Peanut, or Dairy

• (9-11)-Safety

• (12-14)-Health

• (15-19)- Citizenship Scoring:

• 20% Subject– Includes appropriate, interesting, up-to-date, accurate, originality, and knowledge.

• 20% Organization-order and preparation

• 40% Delivery or Presentation– Includes use of notes, voice, pace, , summary, and questions.

• 10% Personal Appearance– Includes posture, confidence, eye contact, neatness, appropriateness, and grooming.

• 10% Time– Start when 4-Her begins speaking. Should stay within time range for age level. 10 points will be deducted for going over or under the time limit. A one minute warning will be given.

Communications Contest

• Speeches •

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General Description: The Illustrated Presentation is an opportunity to display and improve public speaking talents. General Rules: 1. No individual may give more than one illustrated presentation.

2. The contest will be divided into 3 age groups (Age as of Jan. 1st): • Junior 9-11 • Intermediate 12-14 • Senior 15-19

3. The types of Illustrated presentations that may be presented are: • Individual • Team (Two participants)

4. Suggested times for presentations are: • 9-12 year old-3-5 min.

• 13-19year old-5-7min.

5. If teammates of two age divisions present a demonstration, they must compete in the division of the older teammate.

6. The State 4-H Office will provide awards to participants whose speeches fit the topics: Peanut, Dairy, or Bread.

Scoring:

• 20% Subject– Includes appropriate, interesting, up-to-date, accu-rate, originality, and knowledge.

• 20% Organization-order and preparation • 40% Delivery or Presentation– Includes use of notes, voice, pace,

effectiveness of any visuals or props, summary, and questions. • 10% Personal Appearance– Includes posture, confidence, eye

contact, neatness, appropriateness, and grooming. • 10% Time– Start when 4-Her begins speaking. Should stay with-

in time range for age level. 10 points will be deducted for going over or under the time limit. A one minute warning will be given.

Communications Contest

• Illustrated Presentations •

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Achievement Aerospace Agriculture Aquaculture Automotive Beef Bicycle Bread Cats Child Care and development Citizenship Clothing & Textiles Community Service Computer Technology Consumer Education Dairy Dairy Foods Dog Care & Training Electricity Electric Energy Engines, tractors & Field Equipment Entomology & Bees Family Life Fashion Revue Fitness Leadership Food & Nutrition Forestry

Gardening & Horticulture Goats Health Hobbies & Collections Home Environment Horse Industrial Arts Judging Leadership Outdoor Ed & Recreation Performing Arts Personal Development Petroleum Power Pets Photography & Video Physical Science Plant Science Poultry Public Speaking Rabbits Reporting Safety Sheep Swine Shooting Sports Technology & Engineering Veterinary Science Visual Arts Wildlife & Fisheries Wood Science

County Medals Available

Star, All Star & Super All Star Award: • Due same time as record books (typically first of June). • This form is used by those 4-H’ers that want to participate in 4-H at

the local and county levels only. If they decide to go on for further awards, the information on this form can be used to fill out the cumu-lative record books.

• Includes 1 year of work and is for county recognition only Fill out to qualify for the following: Star, All Star & Super All Star Awards

4-H County Record Book: • Due in Late March • This form is used by those 4-H’ers that eventually want to try for the

main awards in 4-H. This would include Hall of Fame Awards, Trips, and Scholarships. This form is usually filled out by 4-H members ag-es 9-13.

• Includes all years of work, is for county resignation only, and will eventually be used to fill out the Oklahoma Report Form

Fill out to qualify for the following: County Medals, Jr. Hall of Fame and citizenship

Oklahoma Report Form: • Due in Late March • This form is used by those 4-H’ers that want to apply for the top

awards in 4-H. These awards would include Senior Hall of Fame, Trips, and Scholarships.

• For Junior or Senior members who have narrowed down their project work to 1 or 2 areas and goes on the state when the 4-H’er is at least 14 years old.

Fill out to qualify for the following: County Medal in that project area; ; Senior Hall of Fame; Leadership Award, Citizenship Award; Danforth Award; Citizenship Washington Fo-cus Trip, Denver Western Round Up Trip; Kansas City Leadership Trip; All County Offices (if you meet the age requirements).

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4-H Award Criteria

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General Description: The Appropriate Dress Contest is an opportunity for Cloverbuds and 4-H members to display their talents in clothing selection, fit, accessories and interviewing. General Rules: 1. The contest will be divided into age groups (Age as of Jan. 1st):

• Cloverbuds– 5-8 year olds

• Junior - 9-13 year olds

• Senior - 14 & over

2. Judging will be based on the fit and coordination of the outfits.

3. Judging scores depends on 50% presentation of garment on body and 50% on interview.

4. All participants will receive a blue or red award. The top participant in each category will receive a bonus award.

Categories:

• Casual Wear-Garments worn to school, fair, rodeo, movies, shop-ping, etc.

• Active Sportswear-Garments to wear to play tennis, skiing, jogging, etc.

• Dress Wear-Garments worn to weddings, church, special occasions

• Formal Wear (except Cloverbuds)-Usually includes specialty fabrics and/or styles and includes wedding party and “very formal event” wear

Impressive Dress Objectives:

• Learn to select fashionable garments suitable for specific occasions.

• Learn to select garments and accessories to enhance body type and personal coloring.

• Learn to build a clothing wardrobe that is suited to individual lifestyle and needs.

• Learn to recognize and wear properly fitted clothes.

• Develop self confidence and poise by dressing right for the occasion.

• Learn to practice good grooming and good posture to enhance personal appearance.

Impressive Dress Contest

General Description: The Dress Revue is an opportunity for 4-H'ers to display their talents in the area of clothing construction. General Rules: 1. 4-H members may enter one item in each class for their age group. 2. The contest will be divided into levels: (Ages as of Jan. 1)

• Level I– 9-10 years of age • Level II– 11-12 years of age • Level III– 13-14 years of age • Level IV– 15& up years of age

Scoring: • Construction evaluation-65% • Modeling evaluation - 35%

Categories Include: Level I (Ages 9-10)

• Simple Top (shirt, tank top, vest, poncho, any other similar item not stated).

• Simple Bottom (shorts, capris, pants, skirts, any other similar item not stated).

• Costume (Halloween, holiday, costume for • human and non-human, any other similar item not stated). • List 2 techniques used: (from Skills Sheet).

Level II (Ages 11-12) • One piece garment with facing (robe, jacket, dress, jumpsuit,

shooting vest, any other similar item not stated). • Two piece garment (top and bottom, jacket/vest with bottom/

dress, PJ’s, any other similar set of items not stated). • Simple Bottom with pocket and/or waistband or facing (shorts, ca-

pris, pants, skirts, any other similar item not stated). • Costume (Halloween and holiday; including human and non-

human items, any other similar item not stated). • List 2 techniques used: (from Skills Sheet)

Level III (Ages 13-14) • Blouse/shirt with sleeves and closure (set-in, flat insert, cap, rag-

lan, or kimono, and other similar item not stated). • Bottom with zipper and/or pocket (shorts, capris, pants, skirts, any

other similar item not state).

Dress Revue

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• This section includes information about the major awards that are available through participation in 4-H activities.

• The award program is divided into Junior and Senior level divisions.

State level record books (senior level) are due to the county office in late April. County level record books (may have junior and senior level participants) are due early June. Specific due dates are in-cluded with each award’s information and the Oklahoma County 4-H Calendar.

• 4-H’ers are recognized at the annual 4-H Awards Reception held in

the fall of each year. Dates and reservation information for the re-ception are sent to each 4-H’er that submits award applications.

• Individual help is available to members interested in applying for

awards. Those interested in starting a record book are encouraged to contact the office early in the 4-H year for individual help in de-signing the book and a course of action for the year.

• Information on changes, due dates, and trainings will be available in

the newsletter.

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Club Responsibilities: The club will be responsible for picking up their box by the 1st of October and finding at least one drop off site. The HUGS campaign goes until November 19th. After the 19th of Nov. the club may bring their collected or made items to the office and we will deliver the items or you can deliver the items to a place of need or to people you know who need them. Please be sure to check on the box flow throughout the HUGS campaign. A follow up report on the number of items collected to the company who was a HUGS host would be a great way to continue your partnership with the company. Breaking down the boxes and returning them the Extension Office after the campaign would be greatly appreciated.

OSU Field Days gives the 4-Hers who are interested in beef, swine, & sheep judging a chance to practice and compete with other 4-Hers throughout the state. Each day focuses on a different species. The event takes place in Stillwater at the Animal Science Pavilion facilities on OSU campus. How do I sign Up? Register at Stillwater on the day of the event. The event starts around 8:00am call the Extension office for more details. Can I win anything? Trophies will be handed out to the top winners.

OSU Field Days

•Tuesday-Thursday during 3rd

full week in July•

• Costume human or non-human (dance, pageant, Holiday, theatrical,

• Reenactment/period/living history garments or any other simi-lar items not stated).

• One-piece garment with buttonholes and/or zipper (shirt, blouse, robe, jacket/vest, dress, jumpsuit, costume, uniform, any other similar item not stated).

• Two-piece garment (coordinating top and bottom, jacket/vest with bottom/ dress, PJ’s, uniform, any other similar item not stated).

• List 2 techniques used: (from Skills Sheet) Level IV (Ages 15 & Up)

• One piece line or unlined garment (pants, skirt, coat, jacket, dress, jumpsuit, uniform, formal ware, and other similar item not stated).

• Unlined two piece ensemble/ coordinate (coat/jacket/vest, dress, suit, any other similar item not stated).

• Costume human or non-human (Dance, theatrical, holiday, period or reenactment design with historical or cultural significance).

• Lined Two-piece ensemble/coordinate (coat/jacket/vest, dress, suit, any other similar item not stated).

• Two-piece garment (coordinating top and bottom, jacket/vest with bottom/ dress, PJ’s, uniform, any other similar item not stated).

• List 2 techniques used: (from Skills Sheet)

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General Description: Job Readiness, an individual event, recognizes members who satisfactorily complete a job application form, participate in an interview and communicate a personal understanding of and ability to perform specific job requirements. General Rules: 1. The contest will be divided into two age groups (All ages are as of

Jan. 1st): • Intermediate - 13-14 years old • Senior - 15 and above

2. All participants must pre-register.

3. Judging will be based on: • An information folder including a resume or personal data sheet

prepared prior to the event. • An application form completed during the event. • An interview conducted during the event. • A follow-up letter completed immediately after the interview.

Job Categories (Participant will be allowed to enter 1 category):

• Retail Sales/ Office Work - could include discount stores, depart-ment stores, specialty stores, grocery stores, farm supply stores, gardening and nursery, bookstores, etc.

• Services - could include full-service restaurants, fast food stores, day care, automotive service and repair, farm/ranch workers, con-tractor/construction worker, photography, hair stylists, etc.

• Home-based Type Businesses - babysitting, housekeeping, cater-ing services, lawn care and maintenance, home repair/maintenance, custom sewing, pet care, word processing, etc.

• Other - Please specify job type. Should be a job that does not fit into one of the above categories.

For a detailed list of the guidelines, sample forms, etc., contact the office or visit our web page (oces.okstate.edu/oklahoma)

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Job Readiness

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Who: All Senior 4-H members who are 14 as of Jan. 1st of the Current 4-H year or going into the seventh grade. What: Teens from adjoining county will join us to at the fun event to learn more about being a leader, solving problems, and meet lots of other teen from different counties. Where: The event is a lock in at one of the three participating counties. Why: This will be a great opportunity to learn more about 4-H, gain life skills such as leadership, and to just have fun.

Teen Retreat

•December•

Who: 4-H members between the ages 14 to 19. What: Volunteers will be helping to beautify an individual or family’s home or a community site. Where: Oklahoma County Why: Community cleanup and beautification projects bring teens together and show people care about and have pride in their community. *Teen County officer Team will help identify plan and implement service project (s).

Teen Service Project

(4-H Caring for Friends)

•June•

HUGS

(Hats, Underwear, Gloves, Socks) •Campaign goes from early October to late November•

This is a county wide project where each club tries to collect as many H.U.G.S. items as possible by asking companies be a host for the HUGS box. If your club reports the site of the HUGS box, then we can put out a news release for your club’s drop off site.

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County fundraisers allow the county to pay for part of the award winning trips, and scholarships for 4-H related activates, and many other things such as workshop supplies for the 4-Hers.

Stay up-to-date on our fundraisers by visiting our:

Website oces.okstate.edu/Oklahoma

Or

Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/oklahoma.countyfourh

County Fundraisers

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Time: First Full week of June Location: TBA Activities: Activities at camp include swimming, project workshops, rec-reation, good food, making new friends and fun!!! This is an overnight camp. Cost: • Approximately $50 for campers • Approximately $25 for counselors Requirements: 4-H member, 9-13 years of age Note: Will be on a first come first serve basis. Payment is required with registration to reserve a spot on list. Interested in becoming a leader at camp? (Must meet requirements listed on application) • Camp Counselor– 4-H’ers selected as camp counselors will arrive

at camp with the campers and be responsible for the campers in their cabins and at all camp functions. They will be the leaders dur-ing camp competitions, and most importantly, these individuals will be responsible for making sure all the 4-H campers have the time of their life. Training will be required.

• Camp Staff-– 4-H’ers chosen as staff members will arrive a day ear-ly to set up camp. They will be responsible for the running of camp (preparing meals, finding speakers, making sure the schedule is fol-lowed and supervising camp counselors, etc.…). Required trainings include: Planning meeting in April/May and group training in June.

County 4-H Camp

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State Fair Grounds See website or 4-H Calendar for date

Oklahoma County Free Fair

Thursday 3:00-7:00 p.m. Enter Exhibits

Friday

9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Judge Exhibits 2:00 p.m. –7:00 p.m. Open to Public - Exhibits on Display

Saturday

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Open to Public - Exhibits on Display - Special Contests 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.4-H Meet & Greet 9:30 a.m. Ice Cream Sundae Contest – youth up to 19 years of age 10:00 a.m. Kiddy Tractor Pull - will start with class 1 (4 years and under) 10:00 a.m. Judge Ice Cream Freeze Off 10:00 a.m. Judge Saucy Salsa Contest 10:30 a.m. Judge Pie Baking Contest 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Release Exhibits After 1:00 p.m. OSU and Fair Board assume no responsibility for exhibits

left at the county fair.

CENTENNIAL BUILDING

Horse Show Barn 8

Friday 12:00 p.m. Horses move in 5:30 p.m. Horses in Place 6:30 p.m. Horse Show (Speed Events)

Saturday 8:00 a.m. Horses in place 9:00 a.m. Horse Show

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All entry cards must be completely filled out (printed) including: Name, Mailing Ad-dress (do not use school address), Class Number, Ag Ed Instructor/4-H Leader and

Exhibitor signatures. CARDS WILL NOT BE CHECKED UNTIL COMPLETELY FILLED OUT. ALL MARKET ANIMALS WILL BE TAGGED.

Thursday 6:00 p.m. Barn open for cattle or sheep and goats to move – 10:00 p.m. in.

Friday 7:00 a.m. Barn opens. 8:00 a.m. All cattle must be in place. Begin checking heifer regis tration papers; weigh in commercial heifers, prospect steers and market steers. 9:00 a.m. Cattle cards are due. 10:00 a.m. Cattle show starts. Heifers, Prospect Steers followed by Market Steers. Blow and show. NO adhesives! Cattle released at the closing of the Cattle Show 12:00 p.m. Goats and sheep must be in place and start weigh in. 1:30 p.m. Goats and sheep cards are due. 2:30 p.m. Goat show starts. Sheep show will start 30 minutes af ter the goat show ends. 6:00 p.m. Swine entries start to move in and can be weighed-in. 10:00 p.m. Barn closes.

Saturday 7:00 a.m. Barn opens. 8:00 a.m. All swine, poultry and rabbits must be in place and start weigh in for swine. 9:00 a.m. Swine cards are due. 9:00 a.m. Poultry and Rabbit show starts. 10:00 a.m. Swine show starts. (Animals released after show)

Livestock Show (Jones High School) •Don Ramsey Agricultural Facility•

See website or 4-H Calendar for date