4-H Event Youth Assistant (4HEYA) applications are now available! This is an opportunity for teens 13-18 as of January 1 to get a short-term experience at the state level. Applications are available at go.osu.edu/4HEYAapp and are due by May 15, 2024.
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.
- Timeframe: Apply by May 15, selection, training, service to OSF, and evaluation. Complete responsibilities by August 31, 2024.
- Applications available at: https://go.osu.edu/4HEYAapp
- Two references should be submitted at: https://go.osu.edu/4HEYAref
- Requirements (in addition to application/selection process):
- Training – Must attend one of the options for training (July 10 or July 18)
- Please note: individuals MUST attend one of the training options. This is not negotiable. If you know you are unable to attend a training option before applying, it is best to wait another year before applying to serve in this capacity.
- Events – Must work a minimum of 3 events at the Ohio State Fair; may work more if desired
- Training – Must attend one of the options for training (July 10 or July 18)
- Program Fee: $25/person (paid at go.osu.edu/4HEYA25);
- Teens Receive:
- 4HEYA Polo & Nametag
- 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
- What about the Teen Leadership Council? YES, these members may apply for 4HEYA AND TLC this year, if desired. TLC applications will be available in June and will be due the Friday following the Ohio State fair. Their term is September 1, 2024-August 31, 2025. Current TLC members are not eligible to apply for 4HEYA, as they are already fulfilling obligations at the Ohio State Fair.
- Questions? Contact Frances (foos.61@osu.edu) or Sara (Deakin.5@osu.edu)
It’s time to enroll for 2024 and select your projects!
The Ohio 4-H Conference welcomed over 1100 volunteers and teens to Columbus as Ohio 4-H Week came to a close. The Ohio 4-H Conference is designed to equip participants with resources, information, and skills to meet the ever-changing needs of youth. Fourteen youth and adults representing Washington County 4-H attended the conference on March 9 at the Columbus Convention Center.
Alexis Lane, from the Warren Wranglers 4-H Club joined OSU Extension 4-H Educator Bruce Zimmer at Thursday’s County Commissioner meeting. Alexis shared about the recent 4-H Open House and the growth of her 4-H club. The team also highlighted events from the recent Ohio 4-H Week, Ohio 4-H Conference, upcoming Bulls Eye Shooting Sports spring session, financial literacy programs in the high schools, and the upcoming 4-H Endowment Dinner on April 13. The enrollment deadline to join Washington County 4-H is April 1.
Marietta Applebees recently held a Tuesday Night Together we Care fundraiser for the Washington County 4-H Program. The event raised $653.47. Also patrons donated an additional $86
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