tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-67793131631074943372011-07-08T05:54:34.936-05:00The Target audience for this Blog is County Extension Agents working in Southeast District 9 of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service. The Blog is open to the world, but topics are limited to items concerning 4-H in Southeast Texas. Feel free to share your opinions.Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.comBlogger1431100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-79208630328439397102010-07-29T12:59:00.000-05:002010-07-29T12:59:07.424-05:00

The District 9 4-H Web Page has changed!!!!!  I think you will like the look.  All of the old content you were accustomed to finding on the District 9 Web Page is there, but the layout has been updated to match the State 4-H Program.  The new page also allows us to do some things we could not with the old design, like, Blog.  So in the very near future this blog will discontinue :( and I will

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District 9 4-H Leader College is open for registration and will remain open until August 1st.  There will actually be registration available until the day before the event which is scheduled for August 14, 2010.  But there is a discount before August 1, or a penalty after August 1, depending on how you look at it.  Early registration is $15 and late registration is $20. Most of you remember

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District 9 4-H Recordbook judging results are being posted to the District 9 4-H Web site in "Real Time"...Go to the District 9 website to see the results as they come in... Isn't technology COOL!!! Kevin

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Just a quick reminder:  Recordbook judging will be held tomorrow, July 7, 2010.  We have the names of those that volunteered for the event, but the more the merrier.  If you have extra volunteers bring them along. Judges registration and serving of refreshment will begin at 9:00 am. Bring your best attitude and be ready to be amazed at all the "stuff" our youth have done in this past year. See

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Leadership Lab Starts next week Tuesday, June 22!!!!! Planning for the event has gone smoothly and we are ready for Lab on most fronts, but there are a few reminders for Parents, Participants and County Extension Agents: Parking on Sam Houston Campus during Leadership Lab is free but you will need to pick up a parking pass at the University Police Department prior to checking in at the event. 

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Texas 4-H Congress is now accepting youth 14 years of age!!!!!  We only have 5 of these slots available to District 9. I will approve the first 5 4-H Connect Registrations for youth 14 years old that I receive.  The timing of the submission will be based on the time stamp in 4-H Connect created when the 4-Her submits their entry! Please make this known quickly!!! After the first 5, the offer

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District 9 4-H: All Work and No Play....Not With TAE4-HA

dwighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329926921329758655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-56623817431647771662010-06-01T16:21:00.003-05:002010-06-01T16:36:59.757-05:00

At the District 9 4-H Agent training I shared with you a concept paper for changing the way we host contest in 2011.  With a few edits and the addition of Fashion Show (they forced me to add it) I have prepared an updated document.  The document is included in the enclosure link. Please remember this is a concept at this point, and decisions regarding district contests next year, will be made at

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Most of you are aware of the changes in the bit rule for district and state 4-H Horse shows.  Knowing that the rules have changed and being able to communicate those changes are two very different things entirely.  Photos to the rescue!  Brett Scott and Teri Antilley have created a slide show that shows what is legal and what is not.  That slide show can be downloaded at the State 4-H Horse Show

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I have posted a few of the photos from the fun we had at the Spring 2010 District 9 TAE4-HA meeting.  Most of the photos I have posted are from the training an Shangri La.  Feel free to post any photos you may have taken.  I know you need an account with Shutterfly, in order to upload, if there are any other tricks you need to know, we'll figure them out together. Enjoy the photos, Kevin

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I am linking to an article referring to the post recession customer and what they look like.  I know your are busy, but I wouldn't post it if I didn't think it was important.  If you read nothing else read the last couple of lines posted here: "...ask yourself this BIG question: Will your new customer buy from you, or your competition?" Our business is a competitive business.  Will the post

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We have entered that retrospective time of the year for the District 4-H Program.  The District contests are over and the summer activities are about to begin.  This is that time when I look back and think, "What could we have done differently?"  Unfortunately it is easy to dwell on the negative when you look back, but it is also important to remember that WE had an impact on the lives of young

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Did you miss the District 9 4-H Science Engineering and Technology Poster Contest?  If you did, go to the district 9 4-H Shutterfly account to get a feel for what took place. The young people presented some really cool displays and the committee did an outstanding job of hosting this inaugural event.  A specila thank you goes to committee members:  Sheryl Nolen, Billy Zanolini, and Starla

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Got an opinion about Social Media?  I would bet that we all do.  Some people think it is the new industrial revolution, others think it's just a new way for teens to waste time and annoy parents.  Whatever your opinion, I think you'll find the facts in this video astounding.

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Orientation of new Volunteers is critical to their success (and ours), and in a perfect world we would make this one of our top priorities.  We all know that our world is not perfect and often times when a new volunteer needs our attention is the same time our general program is screaming for our attention:  Technology to the rescue. Online training is not perfect, but neither are we, and in the

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Please remember the Male Chaperon needs for District 9 Leadership Lab.   We must have one male adult for every 8 male youth.  The female side of the equation tends to take care of itself, but we struggle to meet the male chaperon demands. If boys are coming to Leadership Lab from your county please make sure you have men going also. Kevin

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The Texas 4-H Roundup Silent Auction is shaping up to be a HIT!!!  Can you imagine a Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Suite for 20 during the 2011 Stock Show, or maybe a Ted Nugent autographed guitar is more your style. There is even going to be items for your Red Raiders, and Tea Sips. Help the Texas 4-H Foundation reduce the cost of future Roundups by promoting the 2010 State 4-H Roundup

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Reminder of the Texas 4-H Outdoor Challenge registration deadline of Saturday, May 22.  Please share this information with those interested. The Outdoor Challenge will be held on June 17-18 in Brownwood at the 4-H Center.  More specific details about the contest (rules, costs, what to bring, etc.) can be found on our website at: http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/youth/natural_resources/

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In years past I have conducted Scholarship Interview Preparation training for the 4-H Opportunity scholarship.  For a number of reasons that is not going to happen this year, but I still want our young scholars to be as competitive as they can be.  I also have confidence that each of you is more than capable of preparing your applicants to do their best in the interview. To assist with that I am

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The deadline for submitting Texas 4-H Congress Intent forms to the District 9 Office is Monday, May 17. For complete details go to the D9 Website. The short of it is this:  Every county is guaranteed one participant at Texas 4-H congress, but only if the intent form is turned in to the D9 Office.  After Monday May 17, I will begin the process of notifying standby participants of their ability

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District Contest Season is officially over.  Now we can take a deep breath and gear up for State Roundup and the summer camp season... it never ends, but that's why most of us do it. A few of highlights from this Spring: Photography contest - online!!!! No photos to mount and everybody can see the entries in the contest. Intermediates give Reasons at Horse and Livestock Judging.  A large step

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-71721067978808664302010-04-30T00:01:00.000-05:002010-04-30T00:01:01.388-05:00

State Youth Water Camp provides a wonderful opportunity and environment for high-school aged youth to participate in field trips, tours and hands-on group project work that relate to water-related issues and needs.  It is truly a unique and memorable experience for all who participate!  This year, they're looking for 15 boys and 15 girls from all across the state of Texas to participate.  

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Don't forget this new opportunity at State 4-H Roundup!!!! This year at Texas 4-H Roundup, youth will have the opportunity to participate in the 4-H Healthy Lifestyles Invitational.  This contest will take place on Thursday, June 10th, beginning at 9:30 am.  Intermediate and Senior 4-H members are invited to compete in the invitational, which does NOT require them to pre-qualify in a county or

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Don't forget the Texas 4-H Standard. This news letter goes out monthly to every family email address in 4-H Connect.  This does a couple things, one, it saves you time and energy trying to make sure you have announced all state opportunities; two, it means that you need to read it because your families have read it. No sense in lamenting the past, this is the future of communication in 4-H,

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The District 9 4-H Photography results are posted at http://district94h.shutterfly.com/ At this website you will find all of the District Photography entries and a separate tab with photos from the District 9 4-H Food Challenge. Special thanks go to your Photography Contest Co-Chairs, Misty Young, and Shelley Pappas for taking on the challenge of moving this contest on-line. Enjoy the slide

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The State 4-H Dog Show is available for registration on 4-H Connect until May 21, 2010.  Make sure your dog groups are aware of this opportunity. Also say a small prayer for Michelle Mihalek of Montgomery County.  Michelle is serving as the State 4-H Dog Show Chairman. Way to go Michelle!!!!

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How can you tell if a child (your child) is using drugs or alcohol? It is difficult because changes in mood or attitudes, unusual temper outbursts, changes in sleeping habits and changes in hobbies or other interests are common in teens. What should you look for? You can also look for signs of depression, withdrawal, carelessness with grooming or hostility. Also

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State 4-H Roundup is open on 4-H Connect for entry, and will close shortly after the District 9 Fashion Show, May 12, 2010. Of equal importance for you to know is that State 4-H Roundup is set up as two separate events in 4-H Connect: 1st: 2010 State 4-H Roundup Senior/Adult (Full time senior youth, full time adults, one-day pass youth and one-day adults) 2nd: 2010 State 4-H Roundup -

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Registration is open on 4-H Connect for the Texas 4-H Outdoor Challenge being held June 17-18 in Brownwood. Registration will remain open through May 22. Please refer to the contest website for more information, or call Derrick Brutton at 972.952.9256.

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You neighbors are doing something good and the media has caught hold of it.  The shooting sports program in Montgomery county may not truly be going viral, but they have had some great pub.  We could only wish for this kind of publicity across the district. Take a look at what the Houston Media has to say:  http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/video?id=7394601 Congratulations Montgomery County!!!!!

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-46303977333793488892010-04-06T17:16:00.000-05:002010-04-06T17:16:01.058-05:00

Watch the video to the end and you decide which direction is correct?

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Now you have a new way to be a part of Texas 4-H's success! During the month of April, join 4-H's Give2Vote Challenge by texting CLOVER to 50555 to give $10 to support capital improvements at the Texas 4-H Conference Center. You can also "vote" for your state by clicking here to make a secure online donation at 4-H.org to benefit the Texas 4-H program.  Click the "Find My Program" button and

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For those of you working on Masters Thesis, Disertations, or just trying to keep up with scholarly work, Daphne Gray-Grant, offers some great tips about writing....Read on. Have you ever wondered why some people write easily and fluently, while others struggle and strain as if trying to squeeze a 185-lb body into a size six pair of jeans? In 30 years at this trade, I've noticed that effective

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This brief article by Jeremy Porter, of Journalistics.com is targeted toward authors that write on-line, But wait!!!  Before you hit the delete button because you do not write for online distribution, think about how people access your 4-H newsletter.  Some get it in the mail, many of them get it through your county website, and wouldn't it be great if people new to our program saw the newsletter

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Are you looking to take your 4-H Photography group to the next level? BBC Wildlife is opening its Photo Masterclass archive. The series covers everything about shooting pictures outdoors. This includes time-of-day considerations, wildlife portrait settings, and shooting underwater. This archive of information is an awesome resource for the 4-H photography leader or the 4-Her interested in a

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I know it feels early to be talking about State 4-H Recordbook Judging (we haven't sent out the District information yet) but we do need to put some thought into the judging process, and more specifically who will be judging at State. The south region will be judging on August 11, 2010 at the Victoria County 4-H Activity Center.  As in years past there will be 4 judging locations.  In the south

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-80469162373883331812010-03-24T13:51:00.000-05:002010-03-24T13:51:00.262-05:00

The District 9 4-H Leader College Committee has met and here is a sneak peek into the plans for the August 14, 2010 event. The plan is to host the event in the Huntsville area.  Kristi Titzman is providing leadership for finding a location. We are adding a 4-H Officer Training to the agenda. The District 9 4-H Council Officers will host workshops in the afternoon to prepare 4-H club officers

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-4519133432240161102010-03-18T11:05:00.000-05:002010-03-18T11:05:12.688-05:00

We are need of some adult volunteers to serve on Dog show committees.  We are needing volunteers (agents and/or leaders) for the following committees: facilities, awards, management, tabulation, marketing, set-up/clean-up, registration, risk management, and publicity. Volunteers are also needed to serve on the NEW Dog Project Advisory Committee.  Applications are below along with a description of

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The Rules and Guidelines for this contest are now posted on the D9 Website! Good luck with the research projects! Kevin

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Excerpt from: Twice as Much in Half the Time, by Amy JonesWhat does it mean to manage your time (and life) better? Simply put, it means to live your life in such a way that you are able to accomplish more, so that at the end of each day you can realize measurable results and enjoy a sense of fulfillment. This often involves learning to do things differently so that the outcomes are more

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The Texas 4-H and Youth Development Program places great value on the 4-H Family and Consumer Sciences projects. These projects expose 4-H members to the academic disciplines of family and consumer science and help them gain valuable skills and knowledge that can be applied to daily life. These projects also teach leadership skills.Under the 4-H FCS 101 Initiative, resources and training have

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Hey it's been a while since the D9 Food Show and Food Challenge, but it's not to late to share photos from the event.... Plenty of time to get the photos for the Recordbook. Since the District is now using Shutterfly for the photography contest, it made since to use this service for sharing district photos from events.  The old photobucket site is not going away, we are just transitioning to

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Agents should have seen the email from Derrick Brutton regarding the upcoming Wildlife Challenge Webinar. What may not have been obvious is that this webinar is also available for Volunteers. We are all busy, and keeping up with all of the 4-H opportunities is almost impossible, so don't try. Forward this one directly to volunteers and let them tell you what's going on. Here is the original

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The District 9 4-H Shooting Sports Contest is open on 4-H Connect and is available for entry.  Summaries of teams and individuals are due in the District 9 Office by March 29, 2010.  Entry deadline on line for youth, is April 4, 2010. Now for the changes: There will no longer be an open division for competition.  Counties can enter as many teams and individuals as they like in the "Qualifying"

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-52373404874717397882010-03-09T10:41:00.000-06:002010-03-09T10:41:34.063-06:00

The forests of the southern United States are a vital natural asset for the region, the country, and the world. Southern Forests for the Future seeks to raise awareness about this important natural resource and the ecosystem services forests provide, such as fresh water, timber and recreation. You can learn more about these forests by exploring data, maps, and other information to highlight key

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-78859518072839742252010-03-08T05:58:00.000-06:002010-03-08T05:58:00.486-06:00

District 9 4-H will be hosting a Wildlife Skill-a-thon during District Roundup!!!! Before you roll your eyes and say how can I support another contest, I would like to share with you what our plan is. Yes we will be hosting a Wildlife Skill-a-Thon "Contest" but the format will be appropriate for those young people that are interested in wildlife as well as competitive in the subject area. We

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-79066120052683653822010-03-04T14:56:00.000-06:002010-03-04T14:56:00.211-06:00

FW: The Qualities of Leadership by Jim Rohn If you want to be a leader who attracts quality people, the key is to become a person of quality yourself. Leadership is the ability to attract someone to the gifts, skills, and opportunities you offer as an owner, as a manager, as a parent. I call leadership the great challenge of life. What's important in leadership is refining your skills. All

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-6190815125551386282010-03-02T12:46:00.000-06:002010-03-02T12:46:38.473-06:00

Each year District 9 has the opportunity to recognize two of our finest 4-H volunteers on the state level as Salute to Excellence Awards Winners.  These two honorees are given special recognition during State 4-H Roundup at a ceremony in the George Bush Presidential Library. We only get to recognize two, so there is a selection process.  First we encourage you to submit a nomination for both of

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-56163587345603891642010-03-02T12:16:00.000-06:002010-03-02T12:16:35.470-06:00

Did you know we had a shooting sports workshop scheduled in District 9?  I'm not sure I did either, but the good news is, if you haven't yet promoted the workshop the date change will not affect you much. The new date for the District 9 4-H Shooting Sports Workshop is September 18-19, 2010.  The training will be held at the Fort Bend County 4-H Shooting range. Look for registration information

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-61449536568670718792010-02-19T14:32:00.000-06:002010-02-19T14:32:40.215-06:00

Being Extension professionals we all work with children, and we know we make a difference.  Though we often find that the difference we make, can not be seen immediately.  When it comes to diet, nutrition and exercise the difference we make may not  be immediate, but it can certainly be measured, and the results are visible. I know I'm not the picture of health nor am I qualified to teach any of

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-6036450599908239622010-02-16T11:11:00.000-06:002010-02-16T11:11:20.915-06:00

Shelley Pappas and the Fort Bend County Office of the Texas Agrilife Extension Service is hosting an informational meeting regarding the dog project on Saturday, February 20th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Please RSVP by contacting Shelley Pappas by Thursday, February 18th!!! Expansion of the program is always on our mind, and companion animals (dogs) may be the ticket to reaching new audiences.

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-81763428546063992672010-02-11T12:04:00.000-06:002010-02-11T12:04:59.069-06:00

Well it's not the 4-H Idol competition but it could be.  It's the 4-H Has Talent Competition. The first ever 4-H Has Talent Competition will provide ten youth the opportunity to compete for a cash prize at the Wednesday night assembly in front of all of their peers. To make this event even more interactive, the audience will have the opportunity to select the winner via texting, just like on

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-25216129168933139692010-02-10T16:32:00.000-06:002010-02-10T16:32:50.315-06:00

I think the 4-H support staff across the district will find this tidbit useful. Derrick Bruton has created another instructional video (the man is good with a computer).  This video shows you how to use the 4-H Connect calendar feature with your TECO website.  If we are going to use computers, we might as well use 'em smarter. Kevin

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-11070648913641716562010-02-10T11:26:00.000-06:002010-02-10T11:26:27.760-06:00

18 Random Rules of Life shared by Michael Josephson of the Josephson Institute for Ethics.  There is something in this list for everyone. Find the lesson in every failure and you’ll never fail. The likelihood that you’re right is not increased by the intensity of your conviction. Real friends help you feel worthy and make you want to be better. When you’re in a hole, stop digging. Don’t confuse

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-30952860449049857932010-02-09T11:28:00.000-06:002010-02-09T11:28:30.065-06:00

Please do not forget that 4-H Opportunity Scholarship Applications are due in the District 9 Office Friday, February 12, 2010.  If you put the application in the mail on Friday WE CAN'T GET IT ON FRIDAY. We will be reviewing all submitted applications on Monday, February 15, 2010.  If you are in a jam and need extra time to get the application to us, plan on driving it to our office first thing

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-9675065261228611262010-02-01T15:24:00.000-06:002010-02-01T15:24:19.141-06:00

Information regarding District 9 4-H Roundup now posted on the District 9 Web Site. Note we have added the wildlife challenge, and quiz bowl participation is open for youth participating in presentations and share the fun. This will require some flexibility the day of the event but I think we can make it work.  We will also be addressing the length of  Share the Fun by organizing a more

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-74738442219885884432009-12-15T16:33:00.001-06:002009-12-15T16:34:33.977-06:00

The District 9 4-H Photography contest is available for entry, and entry is easier than ever.  The entry process is all on-line.  Counties will not need to handle the actual photos in order for a young person to enter the contest. For the contestant, that means there is two steps to the entry.  First they will upload their photos to Shutterfly, then they will enter using 4-H Connect. Complete

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-37198842715738006572009-12-01T16:57:00.000-06:002009-12-01T16:57:35.104-06:00

The District 9 4-H Food Show and District 9 4-H Food Challenge are both available for registration on-line through 4-H connect....hurry and beat the Christmas rush, along with the late fees! Kevin

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-10638940855948561202009-11-14T14:44:00.000-06:002009-11-14T14:44:35.682-06:00

WHAT GIVES A MAN OR WOMAN THE RIGHT TO LEAD? It certainly isn't gained by election or appointment. Having position, title, rank, or degrees doesn't qualify anyone to lead other people. And the ability doesn't come automatically from age or experience, either. No, it would be accurate to say that no one can be given the right to lead. The right to lead can only be earned. And that takes

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-72084877546587878102009-11-14T13:44:00.001-06:002009-11-14T13:46:56.383-06:00

For all you GPS/GIS aficionados there is a special day coming up just for you:  GIS Day.  It's a celebration of all things related to GIS and it happens on November 18, 2009. For the rest of us that would like to figure out how we can use GPS/GIS in our 4-H programing, the site is posting success stories with GIS efforts and activities involving the use of these systems. If this type of

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-13670812224310438642009-11-09T10:38:00.000-06:002009-11-09T10:38:05.201-06:00

Every now and then a resource comes along that makes you stop and say, "Wow, I could really use that". "Managing 4-H Family and Consumer Science Projects" is just that type of resource.  It goes way beyond FCS.  In the guide you will find essentials for Educational Presentations, Record Book Judging and a lot more... Of course you will also find information on the Food Challenge and Housing and

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-19706035974072817592009-11-03T14:54:00.000-06:002009-11-03T14:54:36.465-06:00

Texas 4-H State Roundup at Texas Tech in 2012!  Guns Up! Need I say more?

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-67209179351949677112009-11-02T08:50:00.000-06:002009-11-02T08:50:02.082-06:00

Wow, is all I can say about the 2009 Junior Leadership Lab.  Everyone I talk to raves about how good this one was. A special thank you and a "Job Well Done" to the committee:  Starla Garlick, Allysa Puckett, Angela Camden, and Tyler Fitzgerald. Also a "Step Up to The Plate" award should be given to Brandon Gregson for racing back from the NAE4HA meeting in Rochester to satisfy the male

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-56447273016897658842009-10-21T13:53:00.000-05:002009-10-21T13:53:59.519-05:00

TCU is offering a shooting sports match open to College, High School, and Jr high age youth.  The match is scheduled for November 21 and 22.  The fee for participation is $5 per member of a team. This sounds like a fun trip for your 4-H shooting sports teams.  Something out of the norm. Till next time, Kevin

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-86615945088487356382009-10-21T13:00:00.001-05:002009-10-21T13:00:27.875-05:00

google-site-verification: google9858d5d76f28f3af.html

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-79727941257027767212009-10-16T12:36:00.000-05:002009-10-16T12:36:32.689-05:00

The Parable of Brother Leo 640.1A legend tells of a French monastery known throughout Europe for the extraordinary leadership of a man known only as Brother Leo. Several monks began a pilgrimage to visit Brother Leo to learn from him. Almost immediately, they began to bicker about who should do various chores. On the third day they met another monk going to the monastery, and he joined them.

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-37384176368369574192009-10-14T13:28:00.000-05:002009-10-14T13:28:47.834-05:00

Reminder District 9 4-H Jr Leadership Lab Registration closes today at midnight...  Well not really.  After today the late fee kicks in. Till next time, Take Care, Kevin

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-62076096486287773952009-10-13T14:33:00.000-05:002009-10-13T14:33:51.765-05:00

Check out the State 4-H Clothing Guidlines for this year.  The natural fiber catagories now advance to State 4-H Roundup. You can still double enter the Natural fiber garment. (ex. enter it in Sr Dressy Construction, and enter it again in Senior Wool Constriction).  This change allows natural fiber garments two chances to advance to state...once in their standard category and once again in the

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-693228640697705682009-10-07T16:39:00.000-05:002009-10-07T16:39:07.357-05:00

We often find ourselves leading games in order to drive home an educational message.  As often as not we find ourselves trying to teach teens to lead games.  The website above is developed for youth ministries, but whether we are saving souls or teaching life skills we can still use games to drive home the point. Take a look at this link to the 7 deadly sins of game leading.  I kinda like the

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-29065320480234904432009-10-06T16:48:00.002-05:002009-10-06T16:52:14.966-05:00

Just to make sure ya'll received the news, the council's community service project is to collect crayola crayons and coloring books for local hospitals. The goal of the council is to collect 75,000 crayons by the foodshow. The plan will then be to divide the crayons up into clusters and have 4-H groups in county's with hospitals that could benefit from this go and take the crayons to the

Bill Holcombehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16350311539626494694noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-54709679691392841902009-10-06T16:17:00.000-05:002009-10-06T16:17:14.230-05:00

It is that simple...Job well done!  You did it.  You will do it again.  And I appreciate the work you do everyday with 4-H youth in your count and District 9. I know you don't hear it enough, so I'm taking this opportunity as we celebrate National 4-H Week to tell you, JOB WELL DONE. The 4-H program is success because of YOU. Kevin

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-65320207199433512782009-10-02T11:31:00.000-05:002009-10-02T11:31:43.919-05:00

4-H Enrollment online is nice but what's the use in a county office if you can't use it to communicate with 4-H families electronically.  If creating email lists using 4-H Connect has eluded you, check out this video.  Derrick Bruton, Extension Specialist 4-H in the East Region will show you how in this 6 min video. Good Mailing, Kevin

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-41954268194022620282009-09-30T08:34:00.000-05:002009-09-30T08:34:43.789-05:00

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program is the United States' largest youth recognition program based exclusively on volunteer community service. The program was created in 1995 by Prudential in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) to honor middle level and high school students for outstanding service to others at the local, state, and

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-3454650650012059222009-09-28T11:24:00.000-05:002009-09-28T11:24:20.298-05:00

To recruit a volunteer for a cause of program in which you do not believe. To worry about the number of volunteers you need to the degree that you sign a peron up even if he or she is not right for the job to be done. To offer volunteers certain opportunities and working conditions and then not deliver. To waste a volunteer's time-ever. To restrict a volunteer's effectiveness by not providing

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-38679568443653017382009-09-25T15:14:00.000-05:002009-09-25T15:14:14.717-05:00

One Day 4-H is going to have an awesome State wide 4-H impact.  But don't let the impact of what is going on in your county get lost in the shuffle.  Register your One Day 4-H activities on line by September 30.  You don't have much time, but the process is simple.  Go to the link above and register!!!!!!

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-53271553523229841392009-09-17T10:44:00.000-05:002009-09-17T10:44:15.038-05:00

I know this is a 4-H Blog, but it's hard not to get excited and want to share when something this cool comes along.  Ranch TV embodies what Extension Education Efforts over the internet should look like.  It is fresh, it's timely, and it is high quality educational material, ready to meet the needs of "education on demand" society. it's worth your time to visit this site even if you are not a

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-17062810776983879052009-09-16T16:28:00.000-05:002009-09-16T16:28:54.819-05:00

State 4-H Congress has added a pre-congress component that will replace the pre-congress offered by the South Region.  Based on the highly successful model used by the South Region in 2007 delegates will arrive in Austin a few hours earlier than they did in past.  By arriving early they will participate in a workshop designed to prepare them for the experience to come. What does this mean for

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-83207720365634355592009-09-15T15:35:00.002-05:002009-09-15T15:42:23.336-05:00

The date for the District 9 4-H Shooting Sports Match has been set: April 10, 2009.For those of you on the ball you will note this is also the date of the Multi-District Horse Judging contest. This just proves you shouldn't shoot and ride..... The shooting sports match will be in Rosenberg, while horse judging will be in College Station. Even though this conflict will probably affect very few

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-74102751485375528962009-09-14T08:39:00.002-05:002009-09-14T08:45:12.506-05:00

As youth educators we incur risk everyday. Facing that risk should not be an obstacle to doing our job. We should manage the risk and take the necessary precautions to protect ourselves and the people we serve. To help you with this, the Extension Spirit committee offers an excellent resources including a video that can be downloaded at http://rm.tamu.edu/Ease your mind, by taking the time to

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-1215038826620535852009-09-08T08:55:00.001-05:002009-09-08T08:55:01.430-05:00

Check out this SlideShare Presentation: The Inspired Leader Slide CastView more documents from Matt Church.

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-30327004035775508082009-08-13T15:55:00.002-05:002009-08-13T16:05:55.584-05:00

Leader College is this weekend and I hope you are planing to attend, if not teach, at the event. In either case a couple of reminders. Registration begins at 9:00 am and closes at 9:30 am. Everyone that attends (including county and district personnel) must register and pay $15. If you are coming and did not register plan to bring correct change or a check.By now I'm sure you are aware of the

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-37370076389663567652009-08-10T16:24:00.004-05:002009-08-10T16:50:15.716-05:00

There has been a terrible accident involving 4-H ers and a food booth fundraiser in El Paso Tx. 5 children were burned. 3 are in ICU at University Medical Center in Lubbock and 2 are in regular admittance at the El Paso hospital. Information regarding the particulars of this incident are not clear at this point. What is clear, is that these 4-H families are in need and a call to action is

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-22787951196941198892009-07-29T15:15:00.002-05:002009-07-29T15:32:36.902-05:00

Just a reminder - This Friday, July 31, 2009 is your last opportunity to update enrollment in 4-H Connect for the 2008/2009 4-H year. Monday, August 1, 2009 all 4-H Connect records will be set to inactive!!!!! This has two very big implications: 1) If you enter the member/group record after Friday, it does not count for the current 4-H year ending. 2) Families will not be able to register for

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-76395683487799668222009-07-06T16:20:00.002-05:002009-07-06T16:39:08.733-05:00

Recordbook Judging is at the Harris County Extension Center July 8, 2009. We will start at 9:00 a.m. (Please pass neccessary information along to Volunteers - Communication is not being sent from the District Office)Current Recordbook entries vs. Number of Judges equates to 14 books per judge to review. Come ready to settle in and get to workProgram Planning Conference will be held on July 9,

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-21961537818326523452009-06-18T16:21:00.003-05:002009-06-18T16:25:46.077-05:00

It is invigorating to read the goals and aspirations of our youth. It reminds us of a time when the sky was the limit. Strange how age and mileage can dull your urge to chase your dreams.If you need a pick-me-up in the dreams department, take a look at what your 4-Hers are dreaming about.The following link will take you to a google doc in which Leadership Lab Participants are telling us about

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-81938881055637659082009-05-13T11:23:00.004-05:002009-05-13T12:20:36.361-05:00

This is the first of what may turn into many reminders concerning Leadership Lab and everything else we have going during the month of June.First let me say I would rather be given two brand new events to run, rather than cancel one well established event. June is challenging enough without squeezing in a judging contests.Here goes my attempt to keep things from slipping by any of us:District

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-30778195042579093582009-04-24T10:47:00.002-05:002009-04-24T10:51:15.336-05:00

What do horses and leadership have in common...... Both involve events that just opened on 4-H Connect for District 9 4-H. Check it out: The Horse show is available for registration through May 22. Leadership Lab is open through May 29. Both events have late registration available, but participants wont like the price.Go to the D9 Web site for promotional brochures and rules.Assuming I can

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-58698152730669892602009-03-27T16:26:00.003-05:002009-03-27T16:31:46.910-05:00

Billy Zanolini, Madison CEA-Ag/NR, and Rodney Finch, Grimes CEA-Ag/NR, provided leadership in establishing the new 4-H Livestock Ambassador Program. The program is designed to teach senior age 4-H youth advanced animal science while expanding their leadership capabilities to assist other 4-H members with the management of their livestock projects. The program includes a 3-day 4-H Livestock

Dalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09990065931086838252noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-12811771412951204222009-03-25T16:27:00.002-05:002009-03-25T16:37:10.795-05:00

We need your help. Please review 4-H Connect entries closely before submitting them to the District Level for approval. This year we are finding an unusually high number of silly mistakes in the entries. Things like: Selecting 4 photography categories but only paying for three, or listing the title of the Educational Presentation but not selecting a category in which to compete. When these

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-53803582740941231812009-03-11T14:34:00.002-05:002009-03-11T14:48:57.645-05:00

Contest season has started, meaning registration is open on 4-H Connect for many of the District Contests: Horse Judging, Photography, Roundup and Shooting Sports.Many more will be coming online soon.To make the system work WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please check the entries closely before submitting them. Photography and Roundup are the two with the biggest mistakes. A typical mistake in Roundup

Kevin D. Chilekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12997160475166391890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6779313163107494337.post-46805841791871073622009-02-26T10:32:00.004-06:002009-02-26T10:45:00.186-06:00

Teaching leadership skills to youth is important as they prepare to govern the future. Appropriate skill development among young people will lead to the ability to guide or direct others on a course of action, influence opinion and behavior, and excel among peers. To address leadership and life skills, Burleson CEAs Amy Ressler and Dusty Tittle implemented the "On the LOT" Program. The Youth

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Want to know what's happening with State 4-H Roundup in 2009. Join the State 4-H Roundup Facebook group.http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=65886540616This group is open to anyone with a Facebook account. Should prove to be an interesting use of Web 2.0 technology, and a faster way to stay informed.Be sure and share this with your adult leaders and club managers.till next time,Kevin

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As a 501(c) 3 charity, High Bidders, Inc. is committed to helping deserving youth by purchasing livestock in the low end of the Junior Swine, Lamb, and Steer Auctions at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Also, the group supports the Poultry, School Art, Voc-Agricultural, and Calf Scramble Committees through "pre-buys" and other cash donations.In an effort to identify the exceptional 4-H youth

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Tempers are running short this time of year, especially if you are an Agent tasked with chasing kids from one stock show to another. When our tempers run short our judgment comes quick. Maybe this video will help us all to remember that things aren't always what they seem to be:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI1r4x1RafcNext time stall space is tight, someone cuts in front of you at check-in, or

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As you know, Madison County is a small rural county in the northern part of District 9 and has a significant minority population. Unfortunately, the minority population is not well represented in the county's 4-H Livestock Program. However, recently interest has been generated in minority youth to exhibit livestock projects at the Madison County Fair and to participate in other 4-H activities.

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If you don't BLOW YOUR HORN who will. Your district 4-H Association Leadership took the time to explore and share with you award opportunities prior to the Christmas break. We knew then that the award applications would hit us smack in the middle of "Stock Show Season", and here they are. We are all busy, but please take the time to invest in yourself, and submit an award application to gain

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It's been over a month since I've posted a BLOG and that's too long! This time of year information is at a premium and the faster you can digest it the better. With Major and Local stock shows in action there's no time to diddle.Three Points of Major interest.If you have a semi active 4-H Horse Program, the CEA Horse News Letter is a "Must Read". Make the time. In the newsletter you'll find a

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Having recently participated in an historic national election, and anticipating great change in the nation (good or bad), I thought this quote was worth thinking about."We always overestimate the change that will occur in the next two years and underestimate the change that will occur in the next ten. Don't let yourself be lulled into inaction. " Bill Gates A little closer to home, considering

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10 TIPS to ASKING for the HELP YOU NEEDby Jim M. Allen1. Remember, if you don’t make the request, it will NEVER happen.Wayne Gretzky once said, “One hundred percent of the shots I don’t make don’t go in. Likewise the unasked question is never answered.2. Don’t beat around the bush! Just ask!3. If it’s an extraordinary request, say so. BIG requests are often the best request. Be 100% upfront

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To often we refer to volunteers in a flippant manner, almost like they are just an adult 4-Her, or another acquaintance. What they really are is the front line, unpaid employee of Texas AgriLife Extension Service. They are our co-workers. We do not bestow the privileged of representing 4-H and our agency to anyone. They must apply! They must be approved! they must be Hired! even if they are

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