wsu chelan-douglas counties 4-h leader training

WSU CHELAN-DOUGLAS COUNTIES 4-H LEADER TRAINING

Presenter:Michelle Morrison

4-H Program AssistantThanks to Michigan and Oklahoma State Universities Extension and

Benton/Franklin and Ferry County Extension for Powerpoint contributions.

Welcome To 4-H!

Adults and kids who shared a dreamBuilt a legacy with the color greenHelping youth to help themselves

By using their Head, Heart, Hands, and Health!

What is 4-H?

• The informal youth education program of Washington State University Extension

• Conducted in all 39 counties in Washington• For youth from kindergarten through age 19 • Partnership with U.S.D.A., Cooperative State

Research, Education, and Extension Service, state land-grant universities, and county governments.

How is it funded?

Public Funds– USDA-CREES– State – WSU– County

Private ContributionsFundraising

What is it’s purpose?

To develop capable, competent, contributing and caring citizens who will move us forward in the 21st century.

4-H Mission

4-H Youth Development education creates supportive environments for all youth and adults to reach their fullest potential.

4-H does many things

Fosters volunteerism in youth and adults

Provides formal and non-formal community focused experiential learning

Develops skills that benefit youth throughout life:

–Positive self-esteem

– Effective communication

– Sense of responsibility to one’s self and one’s community

– Sound decision making

– Strong sense of belonging

Builds partnerships forprogramming and funding

Strengthens families and communities

Uses research-based knowledge, and the land grant university system

The 4-H Pledge

I pledge:My HEAD to clearer thinking,My HEART to greater loyalty,My HANDS to larger service, andMy HEALTH to better living,For my club, my community,my country and my world.

4-H Emblem/ColorsGREEN– Life– Springtime– Youth

WHITE– Freshness– Cleanness

The 4-H Motto

“To Make the Best Better”

The 4-H Philosophy

“Learning by Doing”

The 4-H Philosophy

“Learning by Doing”

• Primary: K – 2nd grades• Junior: 3rd - 5th grades• Intermediate: 6th – 8th grades• Senior: 9 – 12th grades

4-H Age Groups

4-H Delivery Modes

Organized 4-H Clubs

– Community Clubs– In-school clubs– After-school clubs– Military clubs

4-H Delivery Methods

Special Interest/Short Term Programs

4-H Delivery Methods

–4-H Camping–School Enrichment–Family Learning–School-aged Child Care Education–Instructional TV/Video

4-H

History

4-H was a means for reaching adults

with improved home and farm

practices

1902Boys & Girls Clubs

1972Focus broadened

19114-H name and Clover

1914Clubs became part of Agriculture Service

What is Extension?

The educational outreach program of Washington State University.

What Do 4-H Members Do?– Participate in club meetings and activities– Learn about their 4-H project– Practice project skills– Do a Demonstration– Complete a Record Book– Take part in competitive activities

4-H Meetings

A 4-H meeting can consist of:a. Project Workb. Business Meetingc. Special Eventd. A combination of the above

4-H Leaders

What Is Your Job?

To help youth learn life skills so that they can become self-directing, positive,

contributing members of society

– Positive self-esteem– Effective communication– Sense of responsibility to one’s self– Sense or responsibility to one’s community– Sound decision making skills– Strong sense of belonging

4-H Leaders

General or Organizational Leader:

Assumes primary responsibility for a 4-H club

4-H Leaders

Project Leader:

Leads a specific project or curriculum within a club.

4-H Leaders

Activity Leader:

Gives leadership to an event or activity within a club or

short-term group.

4-H Leaders

Resource Leader:

Serves a club as a source of expertise, an advisor, or

in another resource capacity

4-H Leaders

Service Leader:

Works with other 4-H leaders in an area or county to promote

4-H, help new clubs get started, and recruit and train new leaders.

4-H Leaders

Program Leader:

Works with other 4-H leaders inan area or county to help with

a specific project or activity.

4-H Leaders’ Councils• One for each county• Composed of all enrolled leaders in

the county• Meet every other month

4-H Leaders’ Councils• Determine county policy and plan

county programs – Fair, demonstrations, record books, awards

• Need input from every leader to be truly successful!

Leadership Styles

Assertiveor

Autocratic

Leadership Styles

“Hands Off”Or

Laissez Faire

Leadership Styles

Democratic

What’s Your Style?

EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION

4-H Demonstrations

Primary Record Book(Grades K – 2)

Junior Record Book(Non-Competition Grades 3 – 5)

Level 2 Record Book(Competition on Non-Competition – Grades 3 – 12)

Competitions

• Judging Contests• Demonstration Contests• Record Book Competition• Fairs – County and State• County Project Awards

Eight Critical Developmental Needs of Youth

1. A positive relationship

with a caring adult


2. Feeling emotionally

and physically safe


3.Opportunities for

mastery


4. Opportunities to see oneself as an active participant

in the future.


5. Opportunities to value and practice service to others.


6.Opportunities for

self-determination


7.Opportunities to

experience engagement in

learning


8.An inclusive

environment

KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE

Youth Protection Policy

Every child has a right to a safe and nurturing environment.

Youth Protection Policy

Actions against children that contribute to child abuse or neglect are contrary to the values of WSU and Extension.

Youth Protection PolicyA process is in place to provide a safe

environment for youth.

– Screen and train volunteers

– Train staff and volunteers to recognize and respond to suspected child abuse/neglect

– Encourage youths and parents to participate in ethics education

RISK MANAGEMENT

»For you as a 4-H volunteer

»For WSU as your employer

»For you personally

Prevent Risks• Look where you’re going

• Anticipate hazards

• Rehearse safety measures with your group

• Document your plans in group’s minutes

Know That WSUCovers You

1. If it’s best faith effort

2. If it’s chartered 4-H education

3. If it’s in your job description

4. If it’s something WSU does

Not training animals nor providing medical care

Not chauffeuring

Know your business is developing youth

Not endorsing products or services

Not providing facilities

Your job is building people

Regardless of:• Race• Status• Physical,emotional, or mental

condition• Religion

Even the ones that irritate you

Reach out . Invite. Include. Accommodate

4-H Accident Insurance

• County Activity Fees pay for coverage

• Medical coverage for accidents on 4-H time

• Comforting

• Report accidents to Chelan-Douglas 4-H Office

Check with your personal insurance agent

Cover your tail!

When you use a facility

• Borrow it or rent it

• Secure it

• Leave it in better condition than you found it

• Never sign a 3rd party agreement

Identify Stakeholders at risk

Members

Leaders

County Leaders’ Council

WSU Extension

County Commissioners

Use of the 4-H Clover

• Not for personal gain

• Not for profit

HANDLING 4-H MONEY• Only USDA Extension chartered 4-H group• In a bank account • Use a tax EIN number• Group treasurer keeps books & writes checks;

two signatures required• Funds for group’s educational purposes• Audited annually by County 4-H Council• Family clubs may not raise or solicit funds

Raffles & Bingos

Know the State Gambling Commission rules !

www.wsgc.wa.gov

DON’T GET

CAUGHT!

If it feels too risky . . .Call Extension Office -

we’ll help you think

Safety comes first

– Downsize

– Relocate

– Increase supervision

– Rehearse members

Protect Children• Screen helpers• Minimize underage/unenrolled

children• Know guardian status• Visit with guardian– ID vulnerabilities– ID limitations– ID health challenges

Report suspected abuse to Extension Agent or Program Assistant

Local Offices

Douglas Extension Office Douglas County Courthouse

Waterville

Chelan Extension Office400 WashingtonWenatchee

Who’s Who in Extension Margaret Viebrock

Douglas County DirectorFamily and Consumer Science

Ray FainiChelan County Director4-H/Youth Development

Who’s Who in Extension

Melodee Hanson, 4-H Program Assistant

• Club Program Management

• Spurs and Spokes

• After School Programs

Tim Smith

Extension Educator

Tree Fruit Horticulture


Kevin Powers

4-H Eco Stewardship Director

Jenn Crawford

Human Development Educator


Paula Dinius

Urban Horticulturalist

Jennifer Marquis

Master Gardener Coordinator


Hana Butler

Challenge & Eco Stewardship Staff

Abby O’Brien

Office Manager

Douglas County Extension Office


Mary Ellen Gormley

Administrative Assistant

4-H Secretary

Darlene Gutzwiler

Office Manager

FINISH YOUR NEW LEADER TRAINING ONLINE

E-Learning for 4-H Volunteers4h.wsu.edu

QUESTIONS?

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