NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders Conference

2011 NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders’ Conference

“Click with 4-H: Play, Work, Reward”

February 4-6, 2011

The 2011 NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders’ Conference will be February 4-6, 2011, at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel and Conference Center in Research Triangle Park.

This is your opportunity to participate in workshops and seminars designed especially for 4-H volunteers and agents to create positive learning experiences for young people across the state. Annually, more than 350 conference participants gain skills and knowledge to help make the best better!

Pre-conference sessions will be offered on Friday, February 4. These two-hour sessions provide opportunities for more intense topic investigation for focused learning. Regular conference registration opens Friday afternoon with the evening featuring a carnival, an entertainment showcase and a service project.

Saturday features more than 40 workshop choices in 60-minute settings. Everything from preparing healthy snacks to managing behavior, from leather crafting to electric project work – there’s sure to be something for everyone! A tentative list of sessions is included for your review. We wrap up the conference on Sunday morning with brunch and a great speaker. It’s always a great training event!

Registration must be completed online utilizing the following link:

Each participant must be individually entered. Payment by credit card is an option this year, or you may submit payment by check or money order to the state 4-H office at the following address: Volunteer Leaders’ Conference, State 4-H Office, NCSU Box 7606, Raleigh, NC 27695-7606. Checks should be made payable to: NC 4-H Club Account.

Registration Fees:Early Registration (through 1-24-11) $120

Pre-Conference Seminar (Feb. 4, 2011)$ 25

(Must register on or before 1-24-11)

Regular Registration (1-25-11 thru 1-31-11)$135

Early Registration for Saturday Only$ 85

(Present through 1-24-11)

Registration for Saturday Only$100

(1-25-11 thru 1-31-11)

Registration for Saturday Only Without Banquet$ 70

(Present through 1-31-11)

Registration for Awards Dinner Only$ 35

(Present through 1-31-11)

Registration On-Site (or After 1-31-11)$150

Note that Hotel Reservations must be made directly with the Sheraton Imperial by either calling 919.941.5050,use attached hotel registration form or click on the link: NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders’ Conference.

NC 4-H Volunteer Leader’s Conference Registration

Note that all registrations must be entered online at:

This form is solely for your use in collecting information needed to complete the online registration process.

Name ______

Email: ______

Phone: Home/Day (_____)______Cell/Evening(____)______

Address ______

City, State, Zip ______

County ______District ______

Participant type: Extension staff or volunteer (circle one)

Is this your first 4-H Volunteer Leaders’ Conference? ______Yes ______No

Please List Special Dietary Needs ______

2010-2011 District Officer? Yes______No______

2011-2012 District Officer? Yes_____ No______

Former NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders’ Association President?Yes ______No ______

Member, NC 4-H Hall of Leadership Achievement? Yes ______No ______

Member, NC 4-H Hall of Fame? Yes ______No______

Registration Summary:

Full Conference $______

Pre-Conference$______

Session 1 First Choice ______

Session 1 Second Choice______

Session 2 First Choice ______

Session 2 Second Choice ______

Saturday Only$______

Saturday Banquet Only$______

TOTAL REGISTRATION FEE$______

Friday Pre-Conference: You must pre-register for the specific session in which you are interested from the available choices listed below. Seating for each session is limited, so please indicate a first choice and a second choice so we can manage assignments.

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2011 NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders’ Conference

Friday Pre-Conference Workshop Descriptions

Session 1 (1:00 -3:00 PM)

Session 1-1 Curriculum Crafts

A FUN learn by incorporating craft projects that will help you teach about the curriculum! We will cover butterflies, gardening (flowers and vegetables), and different areas of animal science, along with a few community service projects.

Session 1-2 Discovering the 4-H Club Experience

Starting a 4-H Club can be quite a task- from youth recruitment to program planning to simply keeping all of the paperwork straight! The Discovery workshop is designed for volunteers who are just beginning the NC Club process as well as those interested in learning a little more before signing up for club responsibilities. Topics that are covered during the session include but not limited to youth recruitment, developing a program year, and National 4-H club requirements. All participants will receive copies of the new NC 4-H Club treasurers guide as we review the guidelines for club financial management.

Session 1-3 Science Fair Process

Are you secretly a mad scientist at heart? Want to pass that science enthusiasm along to your youth? Do you have a desire to help youth excel in science? Find out how to incorporate your 4-H projects and presentations into a science fair project. Discover how science is a part of ALL 40-H categories - clothing, horticulture, foods, animals, health, civics, etc. Through hands-on experiments, you'll see how simple a science fair project can be!

Session 1-4 Teens Take the Lead

North Carolina 4-H teen programs use emerging technologies and learning strategies to build virtual and real-life communities of engaged teens and adults working as equals in North Carolina, the United States, and the world, resulting in capable, caring, and contributing citizens and communities. In this session, we will explore all of the teen programs in NC 4-H, their value and how to engage and energize Teens in your local 4-H program.

Session 2 (3:15 – 5:15 PM)

Session 2-1 Curriculum Crafts

Session 2-2 Managing 4-H Finance – the “How To’s”
Considering handling funds in your 4-H club however not sure of the process? Workshop participants will walk through the NC 4-H Club finance procedures while sharing tips for working with our club youth on learning financial responsibility. From membership dues to appropriately recognizing donations, the workshop session will cover the required NC 4-H fund guidelines. All participants will receive a NC 4-H Club packet, including a NC 4-H Club Treasurers guide to use with their 4-H club.

Session 2-3 Science Fair Process

NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders’ Conference

February 2011

TENTATIVE AGENDA

Click with 4-H: Play, Work, Reward

Friday

11:00 AM – 1:00 PMState Officers Meeting and Planning Luncheon

Pre-Conferences

12:15 – 1:00 PMRegistration for Pre-Conference Only

1:00 – 3:00 PMConcurrent Session 1

3:15 – 5:15 PMConcurrent Session 2

5:15 – 7:00 PMDinner On Your Own

Conference

5:00 – 8:30 PMConference Registration

7:00 – 7:30 PMACE Overview

7:30 – 8:00 PMOrientation for First Timers

7:30 – 9:00 PM4-H Volunteers Click at the Fair

9:00 – 10:00 PMEntertainment Showcase

Saturday

6:30 – 9:00 AMExhibit Set up

7:00 AMRegistration Opens

7:00 – 8:00 AMMorning Refreshments Available

8:00 – 8:30 AMOpening Assembly

Business meeting, officer candidate introduction, program announcements, ACE Recognition

8:45 – 9:45 AMWorkshop Session 1

10:00 – 11:00 AMWorkshop Session 2

11:15 – 12:15 PMWorkshop Session 3

12:30 – 2:00 PMBoxed Lunches with District Meetings

2:00 – 2:30 PMExhibits Manned; Country Store Open; Ballots for state office collected

2:45 – 3:45 PMWorkshop Session 4

3:45 – 4:10 PMHospitality Open for Light Refreshments

4:15 – 5:15 PMWorkshop Session 5

6:15 – 6:50 PMAwards Photos in Pre-Function Area

7:00 – 9:00 PMAwards Banquet (All Awards except ACE)

9:15 – 10:15 PMAuction

9:15 – 11:30 PMHospitality Open

Sunday

8:00 – 8:45 AMMorning Devotion (optional)

9:00 – 10:45 AMBrunch with Capnote Speaker (Dr. Jim Clark),

Annual Meeting, and Officer Installation

10:50 – 11:15 AM2011-12 District and State Officers’ Meeting

11:15 AMConference Adjourns

Hotel Registration Information

2011 NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders’ Conference

February 4-6 2011

Hotel reservations are made directly with the Sheraton Imperial Hotel using this form. Reservations should be made by January 18, 2011, to receive the conference rate of $90 for up to 4 people (there is an extra fee for roll away beds). The hotel requires one night’s advance deposit that will be applied to the final bill or a credit card to guarantee any reservation. Please make additional copies of the reservation request form as needed.

Individual Name ______

Address ______

City ______State ______Zip ______

Business Phone (_____)______Home Phone (_____)______

Arrival Date______Arrival Time ______Departure Date ______

Type of Accommodation Rates

Standard Room with King Size Bed Single Occupancy ____ Double Occupancy ____ $ 90.00

Standard Room with Two Beds Single Occupancy ____ Double Occupancy ____ $ 90.00

Sharing with______

Special Request______

This is a nonsmoking facility.

Your reservation, along with one night’s deposit is due by January 18, 2011. All reservations should be made prior to this date in order to guarantee your room accommodations. Reservations made after this date will be accepted on a space-available basis. Your advance deposit will be applied to your account upon checkout or returned with 72 hours notice should cancellation be necessary. Failure to cancel will result in forfeiture of deposit. Check-In Time is 3:00 PM. Checkout Time is 12:00 Noon.

Advance deposits are accepted on Major Credit Cards.

Type of Card: AMEX MC VISA DINER’S CARTE BLANCHE CHOICE DISCOVER

CARD NUMBER ______EXPIRATION DATE ______

Signature of Card Holder ______Date ______

Reservations should be sent to: Sheraton Imperial Hotel and Convention Center, PO Box 13099, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709, Attention: Reservations Manager. Phone Number for the Sheraton is 919/941-5050. FAX Number is 919/941-2958. Or by clicking on the link: NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders’ Conference