Ohio 4-H teens will have a new opportunity for 2018—the 4-H Event Youth Assistant (4HEYA). Even though these applications are not due until May 15th, 2018, we wanted to share information with you about this now! Here is a basic overview of the opportunity:
- What: 4-H Event Youth Assistant (4HEYA)
- Who: Individuals age 13-18 (as of January 1 of the year of application) and have at least 1 year prior 4-H experience.
- Time Frame: Apply by May 15, selection, training, service to Ohio State Fair, and evaluation. Complete responsibilities by August 31, 2018.
Applications available at: https://ohio4h.org/families/just-teens
Requirements (in addition to application/selection process):
- Training-Must attend one of the options for training (July 10 or July 19)
- Events-Must work a minimum of 3 events at the Ohio State Fair; may work more if desired
- Program Fee: $25/person for first year members; $10 for 2nd or more year member
- Teens Receive: 4HEYA Polo & name tag; Ohio State Fair admission, parking ticket, and meal ticket(s); Optional State Fair housing in the Rhodes Center (if desired); Experience of working events at the Ohio State Fair; Opportunity to enhance leadership skills and be involved in the State 4-H program!
Questions? Contact Kayla (oberstadt.1@osu.edu) or Hannah (epley.24@osu.edu)
I also wanted to let you know that you can find the 2017-2018 Teen Opportunity chart posted online at: https://ohio4h.org/awardsandscholarships, titled “Ohio 4-H Older Youth Opportunities Chart”.