Be sure to visit Officer Resources for more information!

OHIO 4-H LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT RETREAT (hosted by the Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council

When: April 12-13, 2024 (Friday early evening through Saturday afternoon – Dinner, Breakfast, and Lunch provided)

Where: 4-H Camp Palmer

Who: 4-H youth ages 13-18 interested in strengthening existing leadership skills

*Great opportunity for Camp Counselor training hours, JFB members, club officers, etc. – ~5 hours of counselor training available

Cost: $40 (covers overnight stay at camp plus 3 meals and a 4-H SWAG item)

*Sponsored by the Sauder 4-H Career Development Fund!

What: Teens will participate in interactive and engaging activities related to leadership skills, teambuilding strategies, conflict management, and other life, career, and college readiness skills.

Registration opens March 1 and is due April 1 at www.go.osu.edu/tlcleadershipretreat.

Hi Families,

As many of you know, our 2024 Henry County Fair will look a bit different this year as the Fair is transitioning to a new facility.

We do have a new update! The SFB and Livestock Sale Committee WILL be providing support buyers to BOTH small animal and large animal Market Projects.

Please take a few moments to review the video update – we also have a hard copy of the update for advisors to share with their club.

If you still have questions, please feel free to reach out to Morgan Parcher and she will do her best to answer your questions to the best of her abilities.

Thank you for your understanding.

Henry County Junior Fair – Update #3 [Support Buyers]

Update #3 – Handout Document*

*Please note Grand & Reserve Champions are required to be harvested per ODA law.

Henry County Junior Fair – Update #2 [Specie-Specific Updates] 

Update #2 – Handout Document

Henry County Junior Fair – Update #1 [Jr Fair Schedule & Facilities]

Update #1 – Handout Document*

*Please disregard Bullet #2 as of 2/23/24=mp

Is your club looking for an upcoming community service project? The Henry County Jr. Fair Board is hosting a Henry County Fairgrounds Clean up on Sunday May 5, 2024 at 2:00pm.

Mark it on your calendar & connect with Kelly Behrman if you’re interested in joining us!

Be sure to join us THIS WEDNESDAY February 21 from 4:00-7:00pm for our OPEN HOUSE!

Returning families, new families and just about ANYONE is welcome to attend!

Our Jr. Leadership Club will be having a Free-Will Donation Bake Sale and be supporting this event!

Returning families can stop by & complete their 4-H Enrollment on-site!

Feel free to connect with our office with any questions!

Check out some of the new Healthy Living projects this year!

Your Thoughts Matter

• Have you wondered what “mental health” really means? Investigate just how many people are affected by mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. Be a part of the solution – this project is to promote understanding and action in our youth leaders!
• Advanced-level Project

Your Feelings Matter

• Feelings can be confusing. This project lets you explore what emotions are, how to express them, and how to react to them in a positive way. After this project, you’ll have tools and techniques to help you through most emotional situations.
• Beginner-level project

Relationships 101

• Relationships can be challenging. This project lets you explore different relationships and discover what makes each one healthy or unhealthy. After completing this project, you will have the necessary communication skills to effectively resolve conflicts.
• Intermediate-level project

Superhero You

• Who are you? What makes you unique? Find your superpowers and those of your family and friends! Discover your super future by exploring how to put your super skills to work! Have fun and learn about your self-identity.
• Beginner-level project

Be sure to visit our New Family Information Page!

Whether you plan to enroll your child in our Cloverbud program OR they will be a full-fledged 4-H member – there’s great information there for you to investigate!

Don’t forget to join us for our 4-H Open House on Wednesday February 21, 2024 from 4:00-7:00pm at the Emporium at 130 in Napoleon, Ohio!

Are you into STEM – but our 4-H projects just aren’t what you’re looking for?

Don’t count out a Self-Determined Project! We have just added TWO awesome “Idea Starters” for Self-Determined, STEM style!

COMPUTER SCIENCE

DIGITAL MEDIA

And while we’re talking about STEM, how about

3-D PRINTING

If you like STEM, and you’re looking for a challenging project, check out our 509: Robotic Essentials project!

To complete this project, you can Rent out our Robotic Kits for a small fee to use with the project for the summer! Check THIS out for more information! We have 10 kits, so it will be first come- first served. The project requirements are found on page 29 of the Still-Project Handbook.

VexIQ Kit Rental Agreement

Join us on WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 21, 2024 for our second-ever 4-H Open House!

Club Recruitment Toolkit:

• The purpose of this event is for non-4-H families to connect with the 4-H program and to seek out a club that work best for their household. We offer fun 4-H activities for the kids to participate in while our advisors and facilitators answer questions.
• New Recruit Flyer (Meeting information please complete & send to Morgan – you can also send your own!)
• Is your Club taking new members? (<please complete this VERY SHORT survey & let us know!)
• iPads will be on site for families to enroll or re-enroll at this event (so your current 4-H families can come too!)
• Our Jr Leadership Club will be hosting a Bake Sale during the program
• Last year, we were so thankful for the advisors that participated! We’re allowing more space for you to have a spot & meet with families to discuss your club! Some clubs brought candy or promotional items to help parents “remember” who they were talking to! Bring your ideas and connect with some fantastic families!

Hi Families~

Thanks so much for the positive response on the January Newsletter, it was great to start off 2024 with some positive communication coming through the office!

I’ve been busy this week & have some great updates to share! Check out the highlights below!

Sincerely,

Morgan Parcher

Advisors:

• Blog Advisor Resources
  • The 2024 Kick Off slides are posted for you to reference
  • New Volunteer Handbook is posted
  • Updated Charter Checklist, Constitution template & By-Law Template
  • Financial Resources updated (Club Due Sheet, Fundraising Report & Transaction Register)

4-H Families:

• Handbooks are uploaded! The office is working on getting copies printed – but they are free to download!
  • 2024 Still-Project Handbook
  • 2024 Livestock Handbook
• Latest Updates – Click the heading to check out more information!
  • New Divisions added to the Communication & Expressive Arts Contest – Think TikTok, but educational!
  • A Beginner’s Guide to Showing Livestock – not sure what you’re getting into with a livestock project? Wondering how to get buyers on sale day?
  • Henry County Junior Fair Specie Specific Updates – updates as it relates to individual species *This will be a QA opportunity!
  • Quality Assurance Opportunities