ADAMS COUNTY 4-H
MEMBER EVALUATION AWARDS PROCEDURE
PROCEDURE
1. FORMS REQUIRED - also available online at: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/cty/adams/4h/MEandRecordBookForms.html
· ME Form
· Resume – limited to 2 pages
· One Letter of Reference (Completed by someone other than a relative)
· Trip preference sheet
· 4-H record book
2. Application Deadline
· Application materials are due October 1st.
3. Interview
· Members are required to interview for awards, date and time to be announced. If the member is unable to attend the interview, he/she will forfeit their opportunity for the trip or awards.
4. Judges
· A panel of 3 judges will review resumes, interview candidates, and make the final selection. All decisions of the judges are final. The 4-H Youth Development Agent will also be present as an added resource for the judges.
5. Delegate Requirements
· If you are selected as a delegate or award recipient, you will be required to complete the following requirements:
- Pay ½ of award trip bill by January 15.
- Full payment of trip must be made by April 15.
- Trip Promotional Report Form (attached)
Approved July 2008 Leaders Association
Updated September 2013
Updated July 2014
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Adams County 4-H Awards
Ambassador (applications are due October 1st)
This office is awarded to two outstanding 4-H’ers, one as a Senior and one as a Junior Ambassador. If selected their job is to represent and educate Adams County about 4-H. For more details, see the Ambassador position’s description and application forms.
Top Record Book (Record Books are due October 1st)
Award is given to recognize achievement in project work during the current year. A recipient is chosen in age categories.
Record Book Project Awards (Record Books are due October 1st)
Awarded certificates & pins for achievements in up to two outstanding project areas. These awards are given at the annual banquet in November.
Ivan Morrow Outstanding Volunteer Award (nominations are due October 1st)
The Ivan Morrow Outstanding Volunteer Award is an annual award given to two 4-H volunteers. This award is given to recognize volunteers who have given outstanding service to Adams County 4-H at the club or county level. Nominees must be an enrolled 4-H volunteer in good standing of an Adams County 4-H club for at least 2 years. A completed nomination form must be submitted by the deadline of October 1st. A leader may win this award once every 5 years.
Outstanding Youth Award (nominations are due October 1st)
Is an annual award given to two enrolled 4-H members. They are active members who have promoted 4-H within their club and county. This award recognizes youth who exhibit 4-H spirit and are all around outstanding members. They must be an enrolled 4-H youth in good standing of an Adams County 4-H Club for at least 2 years. Recommendation can be from a 4-H member, leader or volunteer who is not an immediate family member. Youth has demonstrated outstanding leadership practices in their club and at the county level – please give specific examples.
Friend of 4-H (nominations are due October 1st)
Is an annual award given to two non-4-H community members/business’ that has had a positive impact on 4-H in Adams County. They will have exhibited outstanding service to Adams County 4-H through volunteering or sponsorship. Nominations can be made by any 4-H member, club, or family.
State 4-H Awards
(Must complete the Member Evaluation Process for all state awards)
**Youth may be awarded up to two trips per year**
Member Evaluation (ME) Process (applications due October 1st)
Is a process by which youth apply for a trip or specific award through the ME application process. This process includes submitting a resume and application form to the Awards Committee. Contact the Extension Office at 608.339.4237 to learn more about this.
Key Award
The Key Award is the most prestigious award that a 4-H member can receive. The award is based on member's total 4-H record, projects, leadership, and activity involvement. Youth must have completed their junior year of high school prior to applying. Youth may receive this award once. Up to 2 members can be selected; winners are announced at the 4-H Awards Banquet in October/November. This award is sponsored by Farm Bureau and Rural Insurance Company.
WI State 4-H and Youth Conference
A four-day event held on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. Members must be in grades 7- 10 grade at the time of the trip. Up to 4 members from Adams County will be selected to attend State 4-H Conference the end of June. Delegates participate in a variety of workshops and tours in the Madison area. Delegates are expected to use their 4-H Conference experience in their local club and on a county level. Delegates stay in supervised dormitories on campus. The registration fee is $235 plus extra fees determined by the sessions participants choose; the Adams County 4-H Leaders Association will pay 75% of the cost of the trip and members pay the remainder. Members may apply as eligible, however funding and preference will be given to 1st time participants. As an option any member may apply for this trip and pay for the entire cost with judge’s approval at the Member Evaluation interview.
Leadership Washington Focus: Washington DC
Leadership Washington Focus (LWF) is a 4-H leadership program for youth in grades 6 through 8. The program will take place at the National 4-H Youth Conference Center, just 1 mile from the Washington, D.C. border. For more than 50 years, thousands of 4-H’ers have participated in our high school program, Citizenship Washington Focus and now we are happy to introduce its precursor for middle school 4-H'ers, LWF. Led by our team of program assistants, delegates will learn by doing and leave LWF with the experiences, tools, and connections to be leaders in their communities today. Participants are immersed in the culture and history of our nation through on-site workshops at D.C.’s most spectacular sights. Up to 2 delegates from Adams County will be selected to attend this trip in June/July. Total cost is approximately $1100, which includes transportation, meals and lodging. The Adams County 4-H Leaders Association will pay 75% of the cost, and members pay the remainder.
Citizenship-Washington Focus
Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) is a 4-H leadership program for high school youth, grades 10-12 grade at the time of the trip, from across the country. Every summer thousands of young people stay at the National 4-H Conference Center, near Washington, D.C., to participate in this week-long program. Up to 3 delegates from Adams County participate in workshops at the National 4-H Center; visit with U.S. Congressmen and Senators, and tour significant sites in the Washington D.C. area. Total cost is approximately $1200, which includes transportation, meals and lodging. The Adams County 4-H Leaders Association will pay 75% of the cost, and members pay the remainder. If selected for the Citizenship-Washington D.C. Focus Trip, you will have a choice of four different weeks in June or July to attend the trip.
Space Camp
This is a five day trip to Huntsville, Alabama for youth grades 6th – 8th grade at the time of the trip. Youth will participate in hands-on mock space missions and other activities in this NASA program while exchanging ideas with youth from across Wisconsin. Up to 2 members will be chosen to represent Adams County 4-H. The cost of this trip is approximately $525.00. The Adams County 4-H Leaders Association will pay 75% of the cost of the trip and members pay the remainder.
CO-OP Yes
This is a two day youth educational summit for youth grades 10th – 12th during the program. The summit will be held in Central Wisconsin. Participants learn the purpose, operation and scope of cooperative business and economy in a fun and educational environment. Youth will also explore career possibilities and meet youth leaders from across Wisconsin and Minnesota. Cost for this trip is minimal. Local sponsors are typically secured by the Wisconsin Federation of Cooperatives Office.
National 4-H Dairy Conference
This is a four day conference in Madison for youth who are in 10th – 12 grade during the program. About 200 youth from 4-H dairy projects around the U.S. and Canada congregate in Madison for the National 4-H Dairy Conference held annually in conjunction with World Dairy Expo. Participants learn about production, processing, marketing and use of dairy products, and develop a broader understanding of careers available in dairy production, biotechnology, genetics, marketing and other selected areas. The conference consists of participatory workshops on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, speakers, tours and visiting the World Dairy Expo. Up to 1 member will be chosen to represent Adams County 4-H.Total cost is approximately $300.00. Wisconsin 4-H Foundation supports a portion of the cost. The Adams County 4-H Leaders Association will pay 75% of the cost of the trip and members pay the remainder.
National 4-H Congress-Atlanta, Georgia
The National 4-H Congress will be held in Atlanta, Georgia. Members who are in grades 10-12 grade at the time of the trip, and maximum age for attendance is 18 as of January 1 of the year of travel. National 4-H Congress focuses on leadership, careers, and community service. 1 member may be selected to represent Adams County 4-H. The cost of the National 4-H Congress will be approximately $1100.00. The Adams County 4-H Leaders Association will pay 75% of the trip cost and the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation will provide financial support.
National 4-H Conference: Washington DC
This is not a guaranteed trip if you are selected as the county representative as only six youth are selected from the state to attend. Members may apply for the National 4-H Conference to be held in Washington D.C. This trip is for members in grades 10-12 during the program and no older than 18 as of January 1st. If you are selected to represent Adams County, you will need to complete a two-page application and submit it to the state by December of the current program year. The state 4-H program selects the top six candidates. Each youth selected will pick an issue and work with other youth from across the county to develop plans that help direct future 4-H programming. Your recommendations will be sent to all states, national Extension Program Leaders, and others who determine 4-H programs. Approximate cost $1100.00. The Adams County 4-H Leaders Association will pay 75% of the cost of the trip and members pay the remainder.
The Member Evaluation process is a great way to develop your resume and writing skills. If you have any questions about the ME process please contact the Extension Office at 608-339-4237 or e-mail at . We wish you the best as you showcase your experiences and leadership skills.
Sincerely,
Adams County Awards Committee
Member Evaluation Form
Name ______Grade (as of last January) ______
Adams County 4-H Club you belong to ______
How many years in 4-H ______
*All materials must be typed. This form can be found at http://fyi.uwex.edu/adams4h/member-resources/member-evaluations/
or retyped as needed. Please limit each answer to ½ a page or less.
1. Describe one project area you felt you learned the most from. Expand on the skills & knowledge you gained from this project area.
2. List 2-3 goals you had when starting in this project area.
3. List the steps taken to meet your goals. If you did not meet them, what can you do next time to be sure you achieve these?
4. List 2-3 activities you participated in. These can include club, county, state, or national activities. Give a brief description of each activity and how it contributes to your success in the 4-H Program.
5. Share with us an important concern that you think youth have to deal with. Do you feel that 4-H can help youth deal with this concern positively? Are there some
changes that 4-H could make to help youth even more? If so, what are they?
6. What are your plans in 4-H for the next year?
TRIP PREFERENCE SHEET
Of the trips offered this year, rank in order the one(s) you would be most interested in being considered for: ____ Space Camp (Grades 6-8)
____ Leadership Washington Focus (Grades 6-8)
____ WI 4-H & Youth Conference (Grades 7-10)
____ Co-op Y.E.S. (Grades 10-12)
____ Citizenship Washington Focus (Grades 10-12)
____ National 4-H Congress (Grades 10-12)
____ National 4-H Conference (Grades 10-12)
____ National 4-H Dairy Conference (Grades 10-12)
In addition to the above trips, you can also apply for the following. Check if
you are interested: ____ 4-H Key Award (Grades 11-13)
Parent/Guardian endorsement:
I feel that my child, ______, has stated the information in the M.E. Form accurately, and should be considered for selection by Adams County 4-H for an award/trip.
Signed ______Date ______
General/Project Leader endorsement:
I feel confident that this 4-H member has stated the information in this M.E. Form accurately, and should be considered for selection by Adams County 4-H for an award/trip.
Signed ______Date ______
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