Have you done something COOL, AMAZING, FUN, ONE-of-a-KIND as a 4-H project? We are looking for a few GREAT 4-H members with still projects (no animals) to interact with guests at the 4-H Endowment’s Legacy Dinner on June 14th. You will be expected to interact and talk with adults, bring an interactive and hands-on 4-H project display, and show off your knowledge and experiences from this project! Not to mention, this is a great event to add to your Junior or Ohio 4-H Achievement Forms for 4-H Leadership: Educational and Promotional. If you think you’be got something great, we’d love to hear from you! Contact Sherry Kilbarger at 740-503-6998 or Leslie Cooksey at 740-652-7272 if you are interested in volunteering for this event!
Month: April 2018
4-H Endowment Legacy Dinner Silent Auction – Basket Challenge for 4-H Clubs!
All clubs are hereby challenged by 4 Creation 4-Hers, to participate in the 4-H Legacy Dinner basket silent auction. Our club donates a basket every year to help support the Endowment Fund. We would love to see more clubs be a part of this event. If you need basket ideas or themes, contact Sherry Kilbarger and she will help you with an idea. Her number is 740-503-6998.
Invitation to Clubs to participate int he Baltimore Festival Parade
The Baltimore Festival cordially invites Fairfield County 4-H Clubs to be a part of this year’s festival parade. The Baltimore Festival Parade takes place Saturday August 4th, 2018 kicking off at 10 a.m. The parade begins at Basil street. The parade continues east on Market street, ending at Johnson Park. Prior years, the parade was considered the biggest and the best of Fairfield County! We aim to return our beloved parade to the great spectacle of past years.
This years’ theme is “Its a Jungle Out There!”. Parade floats should be decorated appropriately – and Awards for best floats is provided by The Loon Crew – HER Realtors
First Place: $250
Second Place $100
Third Place $100
We also will have a children’s decorated bicycle unit. Each child entered with a decorated bike will receive a $5 coupon to Schaffner’s Drive In! Winner will be chosen on creativity, and bonus points for riding in costume.
Print Entry Forms Below:
Parade Float: Baltimore Festival Parade Entry 2018
Bicycle Unit: Baltimore Festival Parade Kids Bicycle Form 18
Ralph H. Grimshaw Scholarship – due 6/30/2018
The Ralph Grimshaw Scholarship is awarded annually by the Ohio Sheep Improvement Association. The scholarship is given in honor of Ralph H. Grimshaw. Mr. Grimshaw, a leader, an educator, and a friend of the sheep industry truly believed in the education of our youth of our industry.
Deadline: June 30, 2018
The Ralph Grimshaw Scholarship is awarded annually by The Ohio Sheep Improvement Association. The scholarship is given in honor of Ralph H. Grimshaw. Mr. Grimshaw, a leader, an educator, and a friend of the sheep industry truly believed in the education of our youth of our industry.
Funding for scholarships comes from the Silent Auction at the Buckeye Shepherd’s Symposium and private donations by Ohio Sheep Farmers to the Ralph Grimshaw Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Applicant Qualifications:
- Applicant must be a resident of Ohio.
- Parents of applicant (or applicant) must be a member in good standing with the Ohio Sheep Improvement Association.
- Applicant must be a high school graduate or higher at the time of application, with preference given to students pursing agricultural degrees.
- Applicant must be between the ages of 17 and 22.
- Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5
- Selected finalists must appear for an interview with the Committee on Saturday, July 29, 2017.
Applicants may reapply annually. Recipients may receive the Ralph H Grimshaw Scholarship only once.
**IMPORTANT: This form is estimated to take at least one hour. In order to complete the form as quickly as possible, you WILL need ALL of the items below.**
Letters of Recommendation: Must provide three (3) letter references; one (1) personal, one (1) professional, one (1) industry. Letters may not be written by the applicant, anyone under 21 years of age, or anyone related to the applicant or serving as a legal guardian. Contact information (at least one phone number) should be included for each reference.
Questions: Please answer the following questions. (Limit your responses to 200 words or less)
- Discuss your school, community, and sheep related activities, including family involvement, 4-H and/or FFA involvement, sheep association membership, and other activities relating to the sheep industry.
- Explain the contributions that Ralph H. Grimshaw, the person for which this scholarship is named after made to the Ohio Sheep Industry? What roles did he have in the Ohio Sheep Industry?
- Answer the following, “Why I believe in the future of the sheep industry…”
- Answer the following.(250 words) Recently the American Sheep Industry has initiated a “Let’s Grow” Program. In Ohio last year we did experience sheep industry growth. There are many different segments of sheep production in Ohio which have been successful in marketing sheep, lambs, and wool.
Identify two (2) segments of the Ohio sheep industry that have experienced the most significant growth in the last few years, explain why you believe that these two segments have had “growth” as compared to the other segments of sheep production.
Describe one (1) segment of sheep production that you would like to become involved in to have a successful and profitable sheep operation in Ohio. Include the type of sheep to be produced and desired genetic traits, labor, facilities, utilization of feedstuffs, and marketing goals in your descriptions.
Please Note – There is no autosave feature. Please write your essay before beginning this form.
Transcripts: Copy of you most recent College transcripts.
Photo: A wallet-size photograph.
Resume: Must provide a current resume with the application.
To apply: https://ofbf.org/foundation/scholarships/ralph-h-grimshaw/
Dr. Jack Judy Scholarship – due 6/30/2018
Deadline: June 30, 2018
The Dr. Jack Judy Memorial Scholarship will be awarded annually by The Ohio Sheep Improvement Association. The scholarship is given in honor of Dr. Jack Judy. Dr. Judy, a visionary, a leader, an educator, and a friend of the sheep industry truly believed in the education of our youth of our industry.
Funding for scholarships comes from the contributions made by Dr. Jack Judy’s Family and private memorial donations by Ohio Sheep Farmers and friends to the Dr. Jack Judy Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Applicant Qualifications:
- Applicant must be a resident of Ohio.
- Parents of the applicant (or applicant) must be a member in good standing with the Ohio Sheep Improvement Association.
- Applicant must be a Second (2nd) Year Undergraduate student standing or higher at time of application, with preference given to students pursing agricultural degree.
- Applicant must be between the ages of 17 and 22.
- Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5
- Selected finalists must appear for an interview with the Committee on Saturday, July 28, 2018.
Applicants may reapply annually. Recipients may receive the Judy Memorial Scholarship only once.
**IMPORTANT: This form is estimated to take at least one hour. In order to complete the form as quickly as possible, you WILL need ALL of the items below.**
Letters of Recommendation: Must provide three (3) letter references; one (1) personal, one (1) professional, one (1) industry. Letters may not be written by the applicant, anyone under 21 years of age, or anyone related to the applicant or serving as a legal guardian. Contact information (at least one phone number) should be included for each reference.
Questions: Please answer the following questions. (Limit your responses to 200 words or less)
1. Discuss your accomplishments, leadership activities, community service, and organizational involvements.
2. Discuss your past, present, and future sheep related activities, including family involvement, 4-H and/or FFA involvement, sheep association membership, and other activities relating to the sheep industry.
3. Explain the contributions that Dr. Jack Judy, the person for which this scholarship is named after, made to the Ohio Sheep Industry? What roles did he have in the Ohio Sheep Industry?
4. Upon graduation, how do you intend to make an impact on your chosen industry and/or community?
5. Discuss your ideas for public education and promotion of the sheep industry.
Please Note – There is no autosave feature. Please write your essay before beginning this form.
Transcripts: Copy of your most recent college transcripts.
Photo: A photograph which will only be used for promotional purposes.
Resume: Must provide a current resume with the application.
To apply: https://ofbf.org/foundation/scholarships/dr-jack-judy/
Ohio Pork Scholarship Opportunities – due 4/29/2018
Ohio Pork Scholarship Opportunities – SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED JULY 1, 2018.
REQUESTS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO EMILY BIR • 614-882-5887 OR EBIR@OHIOPORK.ORG
OHIO PORK COUNCIL & OHIO PORK COUNCIL WOMEN SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS
DICK ISLER SCHOLARSHIP
GENERAL APPLICATION – Use this application to apply for all Ohio Pork Council, Ohio Pork Council Women, and Dick Isler Scholarships. Applications are due April 29, 2018. Please note, all applications must be sent via email to ebir@ohiopork.org. Mailed applications will not be eligible.
Joe Leiser Memorial AgCredit, ACA $2,000 Scholarship Program – due 6/30/2018
Scholarship Criteria 2018-2019 – Joe Leiser Memorial AgCredit, ACA $2,000 Scholarship Program
Educational scholarships are awarded to students who are furthering their education through attendance at a college, university, vocational, or trade school. Scholarships are awarded annually to individuals who exhibit an aptitude for learning and a desire for self-improvement through education.
A total of three AgCredit, ACA scholarships will be given for the 2018-19 school year. However, the scholarship selection committee reserves the right to reduce or expand the number of scholarships awarded based upon the number of eligible and complete applications received.
To be eligible, students must currently be studying an agricultural curriculum at an accredited four year school or at an accredited two year school. Chosen students will each receive a $2,000 award.
To be eligible, applicants must be an immediate family member (dependent) of a voting stockholder of AgCredit, ACA with a current loan. At the time of application, the student must be attending a post-secondary school majoring in an agriculture related subject. Graduating High School seniors are not eligible to apply.
Other Criteria:
- Children of current employees or directors of AgCredit, ACA are not eligible for this scholarship.
- Previous recipients of scholarship funds are not eligible to re-apply.
- Previous applicants (who have not received scholarship funds) may apply every year they are eligible.
- The scholarship is to be used to pay education-related expenses and will be issued in the form of a joint check with the school.
- Applications must be postmarked on or before June 30, 2018. Mail to:
ATTENTION: Karen Welter
AgCredit, ACA
610 W. Lytle St.
Fostoria, OH 44830
The selection committee will consist of three current board members of AgCredit, ACA. They will review all complete applications and choose the three recipients. No interviews will be conducted. The process will be completed by July 31, 2018.
Thinking about an Entomology Project for 2018?
Ohio 4-H has rolled out new entomology (insect collecting) projects for this year. The projects are Insect Adventures 1, 2 and 3. The state website at https://ohio4h.org/insects has some great information on these projects.
645 Insect Adventures 1
Insects are always fun, but they are not always this fun! This project guides you through “entomology” basics like insect types and parts, how to catch insects, and why they are so important to us. Make your own collection of 30 insects! 2018. Beginning level. State fair eligible.
645 Insect Adventures 2
Dig a little deeper into the world of insects by learning to love a caterpillar, recognizing relatives of insects, building a new trap, and identifying friendly predators. There’s more too! Your collection at this level is 40 insect specimens. 2018. Intermediate level. State fair eligible.
646 Insect Adventures 3
These activities take you to expert level as you dissect a grasshopper (yes, you read that right), explore insect history, investigate trapping, and welcome “beneficials.” Anyone want a room in the bee hotel? Finish with your own collection of 50 insect specimens. 2018. Advanced level. State fair eligible. Coming soon!
644R Insect Collection Guide
Unfortunately, this how-to resource is not yet ready for publication. In the meantime, we scoured the web and found fantastic resources you can access. Please visit the website https://ohio4h.org/insects to find resources from Purdue, NC State and Oregon State Universities, as well as where to purchase materials for your project.
Don’t forget – It’s time to enroll for 2018!
Advisors and members who are inactive or incomplete for 2018 received an email Friday April 13, 2018 reminding them about 4-H enrollment.
Our enrollment deadline is May 1st, but that is the day club advisors have to turn in all their club paperwork, including a list of their members, so members, PLEASE get your enrollment completed for this year.
The web address to go to is oh.4honline.com, where you will enter your email from last year and your password. Can’t remember which email you used? Call or email Missy at 740-652-7264 Monday – Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm and she’ll get you on track.
Our tutorial for completing your registration can be found on our website, or here.
Members – Don’t forget – if you are not taking the same projects as last year, please delete your old projects!
Updates to April and May Calendar
We updated the April calendar to include the April 19th 4-H Endowment Board Meeting which will be held at the Ag Center starting at 6:30 pm. Please contact Connie Smith or Tara Reed with questions about the Endowment.
The May calendar has two updates as well.
- The May 3rd 4-H Endowment Board Meeting has been moved to May 10th.
- Officer Training will be held on May 9th, starting at 6:30 pm at Shalom United Methodist Church in Carroll, Ohio.
Please call Missy if you see any other issues with the calendar. 740-652-7264 or email at koenig.398@osu.edu