Thanks go to all of the District 9 Extension Staff involved in the "Enhancing the 4-H Experience" training. Your commitment and dedication to the 4-H youth showed through your engagement and participation in this kick off event, to reaching even more youth through 4-H.
I hope that each of you can embrace the challenge presented by 212 degrees. In so many examples, that concept shows how narrow the gap is between success and failure. It also shows that with well directed extra effort large benefits can be gained.
The video clip used during the training can be viewed online at http://www.212movie.com/.
You can also get a copy of the book at http://www.simpletruths.com/index.asp
Please continue to work on the action plan, if you were unable to complete it during the training. Ideally this plan should be developed by the entire staff, so inclusion on an office conference agenda may be the best rout for completion.
I will send feedback to each of you regarding the plan you have created and I welcome any questions you may have or requests for assistance you may need.
Take Care,
Kevin
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Monday, April 28, 2008
Sneak Peek for 4-H Coordinators
I want to take this opportunity to share with you a preview of a "work group" instrument we will be using at tomorrow's training. The document is currently posted in pdf format on the D9 web page under agent resources. It is titled "Action Plan".
4-H Coordinators and 4-H Agents are going to be asked to lead a discussion with the professional staff from their county, using this document. Many of you may find it beneficial to pre-read this document before attending the training.
During the training we will break into county groups and complete this instrument. For those agents in single agent counties, you will meet together as a collection of counties to share ideas.
Some of the questions on this document are thought provoking others are a matter of, just knowing the facts. It is my hope that by completing this instrument with our co-workers we will reinforce the philosophy that 4-H is everybody's responsibility in Texas AgriLife Extension.
Feel free to post comments concerns or questions regarding this or any other blog on the site.
4-H Coordinators and 4-H Agents are going to be asked to lead a discussion with the professional staff from their county, using this document. Many of you may find it beneficial to pre-read this document before attending the training.
During the training we will break into county groups and complete this instrument. For those agents in single agent counties, you will meet together as a collection of counties to share ideas.
Some of the questions on this document are thought provoking others are a matter of, just knowing the facts. It is my hope that by completing this instrument with our co-workers we will reinforce the philosophy that 4-H is everybody's responsibility in Texas AgriLife Extension.
Feel free to post comments concerns or questions regarding this or any other blog on the site.
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Roundup, Roundup, Roundup
State Roundup is coming fast.... and we only have one contest left to qualify individuals. The District Shooting sports Contest is Scheduled for May 3, 2008. Registration for the event on 4-H Connect Closes this weekend!!!!!
No District Meetings at Roundup: For the fist time since I have been in the 4-H Program there will not be District 4-H Meetings during State 4-H Roundup. These meetings have served as an opportunity for pep-rally, and information sharing. Unfortunately the attendance at these meetings has dropped to a point that they are hardly worth having. So, we are not having District 4-H meetings any more, at State 4-H Roundup.... We can all mourn collectively.
Most Important: The State 4-H Roundup Qualifier list for District 9 has been completed with the exception of Shooting Sports. This should serve as your template for who needs to register from your county, and who should not. We ask that you also let us know if someone on the list will not be going to State Roundup. If we can get this information before Roundup Registration closes we will offer their spot at Roundup to the next highest placing 4-Her in their Roundup category.
No District Meetings at Roundup: For the fist time since I have been in the 4-H Program there will not be District 4-H Meetings during State 4-H Roundup. These meetings have served as an opportunity for pep-rally, and information sharing. Unfortunately the attendance at these meetings has dropped to a point that they are hardly worth having. So, we are not having District 4-H meetings any more, at State 4-H Roundup.... We can all mourn collectively.
Most Important: The State 4-H Roundup Qualifier list for District 9 has been completed with the exception of Shooting Sports. This should serve as your template for who needs to register from your county, and who should not. We ask that you also let us know if someone on the list will not be going to State Roundup. If we can get this information before Roundup Registration closes we will offer their spot at Roundup to the next highest placing 4-Her in their Roundup category.
TAE4-HA Meeting and 4-H Training
We have a great agenda planned for the Spring 4-H Agent/Coordinator training. Topics include: County Support of Livestock Projects, Modernization of the Clothing Project, Social networking, and more. The training will be May 21 - 22, 2008 at the Lake Conroe KOA
This training is being offered through the support of your District 9 4-H Agents Association and the agenda and training topics have been developed by your co-workers. This should turn out to be one of those opportunities that you can really use!!!!
Something to think about: There is more to this two day training than the educational sessions. The overnight stay offers the opportunity for fellowship and networking among your co-workers. For most participants this informal time will prove to be more valuable than the actual training agenda. On behalf or your District 9 4-H Agent Association Leadership I ask that you to seriously consider taking advantage of the amenities at Conroe KOA and staying the night in one of the cabins. I think you'll not only benefit from the experience but you'll also have a lot of fun!
Lastly, hurry and go to the doodle link to register your intentions for the training. We need a head count!!!!!
This training is being offered through the support of your District 9 4-H Agents Association and the agenda and training topics have been developed by your co-workers. This should turn out to be one of those opportunities that you can really use!!!!
Something to think about: There is more to this two day training than the educational sessions. The overnight stay offers the opportunity for fellowship and networking among your co-workers. For most participants this informal time will prove to be more valuable than the actual training agenda. On behalf or your District 9 4-H Agent Association Leadership I ask that you to seriously consider taking advantage of the amenities at Conroe KOA and staying the night in one of the cabins. I think you'll not only benefit from the experience but you'll also have a lot of fun!
Lastly, hurry and go to the doodle link to register your intentions for the training. We need a head count!!!!!
Monday, April 21, 2008
This is a test
Just trying to see how this works. Seems like a great way to share ideas and comments.
Results, Results, Results.....
Results are posted(being posted) for all the District Contests we have completed thus far. Go to the D9 Web Page and results are posted with each individual contest.
We are also posting a State Roundup Qualifier List. State Roundup Registration is Open on 4-H Connect. Please make sure your qualifiers get registered by May 7.
Special thanks go to Sheryl Nolen for scanning the Judges Choice Winners from the District Photography Contest. These photos are also posted on the District Website.... The kids take some truly awesome pictures.
Horse News:
You probably know by now that District 4-H Horse Show Entry is open and running on 4-H Connect. Please make a plan to spend extra time certifying entries this year. The process requires that the certifying county enter a Horse Validation Number. This is a new requirement and will probably take more time than we would like.
Sign of the times: The Southern Region 4-H Horse Show will be requiring all riders to wear helmets in all events. Something to think about; we will probably see this trend moving our way.
Feel free to comment or post a question.
We are also posting a State Roundup Qualifier List. State Roundup Registration is Open on 4-H Connect. Please make sure your qualifiers get registered by May 7.
Special thanks go to Sheryl Nolen for scanning the Judges Choice Winners from the District Photography Contest. These photos are also posted on the District Website.... The kids take some truly awesome pictures.
Horse News:
You probably know by now that District 4-H Horse Show Entry is open and running on 4-H Connect. Please make a plan to spend extra time certifying entries this year. The process requires that the certifying county enter a Horse Validation Number. This is a new requirement and will probably take more time than we would like.
Sign of the times: The Southern Region 4-H Horse Show will be requiring all riders to wear helmets in all events. Something to think about; we will probably see this trend moving our way.
Feel free to comment or post a question.
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Distric 9 Roundup Latest News
The Swine Skill - a - Thon work shop is a go and should prove to be educational and Fun
Marrie Kenney, CEA 4-H Orange county will conducting a Swine Skill a thon workshop during District 9 4-H Roundup. This will be a come and go type session for youth to see how a skill a thon works and hopefully get excited about this new competitive area.
The Workshop will begin at 10:30 a.m and Marrie will work with youth and parents as long as there is interest.
Give it a try.
Official Schedule. If you are concerned about the schedule for Saturday pleas find it attached. Look closely as there is different start times depending on your job.
If you can believe it we have 280 youth registered for the event...... This should be a good one!
Marrie Kenney, CEA 4-H Orange county will conducting a Swine Skill a thon workshop during District 9 4-H Roundup. This will be a come and go type session for youth to see how a skill a thon works and hopefully get excited about this new competitive area.
The Workshop will begin at 10:30 a.m and Marrie will work with youth and parents as long as there is interest.
Give it a try.
Official Schedule. If you are concerned about the schedule for Saturday pleas find it attached. Look closely as there is different start times depending on your job.
If you can believe it we have 280 youth registered for the event...... This should be a good one!
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Horse Show Class Prices Going UP!
After spending most of the day pricing cattle for the District 9 4-H Horse Show it has become evident that the price of cattle is up and thus the entry fee for Cattle Classes is going up:
Tie Down Calf Roping - $20
Break Away - $20
Team Roping - $30 per rider
Team Penning - $30 per rider
Working Cow Horse - $30
OUCH!
If there is an opportunity to lower the prices we will, but for now we are going with a pricing structure that will cover expenses..... Let your people know it will be expensive to play in '08.
Tie Down Calf Roping - $20
Break Away - $20
Team Roping - $30 per rider
Team Penning - $30 per rider
Working Cow Horse - $30
OUCH!
If there is an opportunity to lower the prices we will, but for now we are going with a pricing structure that will cover expenses..... Let your people know it will be expensive to play in '08.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
More District 9 Horse Show STUFF
After opening the District 9 Horse Show on 4-H Connect, a number of you have responded with corrections and suggestions. Keep them coming, this is helping immensely on our end and should help you interpret the system to others after being involved in the process.
Look for District Rules and paper work to be released to the District April 3. We have one more proof reading to complete, and the documents will be sent.
In reviewing the State Rules I came across a nuance in the Horse Ownership guidelines that I am sure many of you are aware of..... I was not. Under the new structure a horse can be shown by more than one exhibitor in the Qualifying portion or the Open portion of the show but not in the same division. This is a big change from past years. Both riders must meet ownership guidelines, and the horse must be validated for both exhibitors, but the option is there. To read the rule as it is written in the State Horse Show Rule book. Look for rule number 3 under miscellaneous.
Look for District Rules and paper work to be released to the District April 3. We have one more proof reading to complete, and the documents will be sent.
In reviewing the State Rules I came across a nuance in the Horse Ownership guidelines that I am sure many of you are aware of..... I was not. Under the new structure a horse can be shown by more than one exhibitor in the Qualifying portion or the Open portion of the show but not in the same division. This is a big change from past years. Both riders must meet ownership guidelines, and the horse must be validated for both exhibitors, but the option is there. To read the rule as it is written in the State Horse Show Rule book. Look for rule number 3 under miscellaneous.
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
District 9 Horse Show
There have been a number of changes to the State 4-H Horse Show necessitating changes in the District 9 4-H Horse Show. The most prominent changes involve, addition of classes, changes in limitations on numbers of horses to be shown, and horse validation.
4-H Connect is open for a registration trial run.... If you or your exhibitors want to give it try and provide feedback feel free. All registrations made during the test period will be deleted.
Kevin
- Addition of classes - The district 9 show has added one English class and has added working cow horse to our schedule. Neither of these should have a significant impact on our overall numbers, but should increase opportunities for youth with horses skilled in these areas. You will note: In the registration system and on the registration worksheet for the show, class numbers have changed from previous years and are not entirely sequential. We have changed the class numbers to match the class numbers used at the State 4-H Horse Show, and we are not offering all of the classes offered at State.
- Changes in Limitations on Horses to be Shown - In the qualifying Divisions exhibitors can show only one horse per division. In the Open Divisions exhibitors can enter multiple horses in the division but only one horse per class. Futurity is an exception to the qualifying division rule. Exhibitors can enter a horse in each futurity class.
- Validation - All horses will be validated prior to May 1. Thus all horses will receive validation number through the system. These numbers will be generated in the County Office and thus will largely go unknown to the exhibitor. In order to track horses entered accurately and ensure proper entry the validation number will be entered by the certifying County Extension agent at the time the entry is certified through 4-H Connect.
4-H Connect is open for a registration trial run.... If you or your exhibitors want to give it try and provide feedback feel free. All registrations made during the test period will be deleted.
Kevin
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