Applications & Awards | Washington County 4-H

Teens: Want to Help with the Ohio State Fair?

March 27 2023

Applications are available at go.osu.edu/4HEYAapp and are due by May 15, 2023.

OVERVIEW: The Ohio 4-H Event Youth Assistants (4HEYA) are a statewide group of 4-H teens that assist with Ohio State Fair events. In this process, members have an opportunity to enhance their leadership skills and be involved in the State 4-H program. They develop knowledge, skills, attitudes, and aspirations needed for future success. 4HEYAs work in partnership with the Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council, but the experiences as a whole are different.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?: 4-H members who are 13-18 years old as of January 1, 2023 and have previously completed at least one year of 4-H

COMMITMENT:

Term: June 1 -August 31(Applicants are still eligible to apply to be a member of TLC for the next term. Find more information about TLC here.)
Working Events: Members are required to work at least 3 events at the Ohio State Fair. They will have the opportunity to sign up for their particular events in June.
Number of Meetings/Events: In addition to working events, members are required to attend one of the training options (either July 11 or 17, 2023), both are held at the Ohio State Fairgrounds.
- 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.

LOCATION: All meetings and events are held at the Ohio State Fairgrounds in Columbus, Ohio. There are some Ohio State Fair events that are “off-site,” but members will be notified of the location prior to signing up for an event.

APPLICATION: Interested Ohio 4-H members are asked to submit by May 15:

completed application (go.osu.edu/4HEYAapp),
program fee ($25 submitted at go.osu.edu/4HEYA25 for new applicants, $15 submitted at go.osu.edu/4HEYA15 for returning applicants),
two references (one must be from a non-related Extension professional and one can be from non-related 4-H club advisor, coach, teacher, etc.)
- Provide your references with this link to complete the reference form on your behalf: https://go.osu.edu/4HEYAref
DEADLINE: May 15 (no late applications will be accepted!)

YOUTH SELECTED RECEIVE:

4HEYA Polo
4HEYA Nametag
State Fair admission and parking ticket(s) for the day(s) events are worked.
State Fair meal ticket(s) for the day(s) events are worked.
Optional state fair housing in the Rhodes Center Dormitory.
- NOTE: This is not required, but is an option for youth to stay overnight, if they desire to do so due to event work schedules.While youth are not chaperoned after the event(s) worked, there are adults present in the dormitory on the fairgrounds who monitor curfew and security of the dormitory. Housing is in a gender-specific shared living space, with several bunk beds in one room. 4-H representatives will be housed with other youth participants (4-H members and non-members) of the Ohio State Fair.
Experience of working events at the Ohio State Fair.
An opportunity to enhance leadership skills and be involved in the state 4-H program.

Jr Fairboard Members Needed (Teens 13 & Older)

November 3 2022

2023 Jr Fairboard application can be found here: 2023 Junior Fair Board Application

Jr Fairboard Applications Due – Nov 30

October 20 2022

2023 Jr Fairboard application: https://washington.osu.edu/sites/washington/files/imce/2023%20Junior%20Fair%20Board%20Application.pdf

Timeline for County 4-H Awards & Trips – Due Oct 12

September 15 2022

Members can apply for 2022 Pin Awards and 2023 Trip Awards. There is one application that does it all and you can choose the application that works best for you. See the options below.

2023 Trip Details

Buckeye Leadership Workshop – Recreation Unlimited, Ashley, OH. March. Age 16 or high school sophomore.
State 4-H Leadership Camp – 4-H Camp Ohio, early June. Must be age 14 as of Jan 1st.
4-H Citizenship-Washington Focus – National 4-H Center, Washington DC. June/July. Must be age 14 as of Jan 1st.
4-H Forestry Wildlife Camp– Canter’s Cave 4-H Camp, Weekend in April. Youth ages 12 – 18
Ohio 4-H Sea Camp – Kelley’s Island 4-H Camp, July. Youth must be ages 15-17
Ohio 4-H Sr. Shooting Education Camp – Canters Cave 4-H Camp, Jackson, OH. July. Must be ages 12 – 18.
Ohio 4-H Jr. Shooting Education Camp – Canters Cave 4-H Camp, Jackson, OH. July. Must be age 9 – 12.
Space Adventure Camp – Marietta College. June. Youth ages 11-13 and/or grades 7 – 9.

Award Application for Members to Complete. Choose the format that works best for you!

Club Award Forms & Year End Recognition

Charlotte Wagner 4-H Club Community Service Award – due October 12, 2022
2022 Honor Club Application (completed by club)
2022 Scrapbook Application/Score Sheet (completed by club)
October 12 Member’s application due to Extension Office. Extension Office removes names and adds numbers to applications to provide an anonymous packet for the Awards Selection Committee to review.
October 24 Awards Selection Committee reviews applications and selects Project Pin and Special Pin Award Winners.
October 24 Trip Committee interviews applicants and selects winners for 4-H Trips and Margaret Meredith award.
Early November Award winners invited to attend the 4-H Year Celebration.
November 17 4-H Year Celebration – Ice Cream Bar at 6:30 PM and program at 7:00 PM. at the Washington County Junior Fair Building. Award Applications are returned to applicants.

OSU Extension Internship Program

April 7 2022April 7, 2022

We are excited to announce the OSU Extension Internship Program will be offered for summer 2022! Washington County will be featured in the program….See Below.

To Apply:
Internal (OSU) students: https://www.myworkday.com/osu/d/inst/15$392530/9925$78086.htmld
Non-OSU students: https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Remote-Location/Student-Summer-Assistant—OSU-Extension-Internship-Program_R42659-1

This year, our intern positions will be hired in teams of three interns each in three separate locations (9 total positions). You can expect to work collaboratively with your intern team, Area Leader supervisor, and other Extension Professionals.

Research: Effective leadership and what makes great teams – Area 10, based in Mahoning County
Curriculum Development: Video-based materials Youth-Development Programs – Area 13, based in Delaware County
Curriculum Development: STEM Programs – Area 19, Muskingum, Perry, Morgan, and Washington Counties

Positions can be completed remotely, with 3 required onsite days to meet with your team (mileage reimbursed, reliable transportation required).

Innovative
Collaborative
Multi-Disciplinary
$13/hour
Travel allowance
Hybrid/remote work
38 hours per week
May 16-August 5, 2022
Working closely with a local OSU Extension educators
Planning, helping or teaching community classes, day camps, field days or fairs
Attending meetings with community leaders and volunteers
Developing news articles, exhibits, brochures, marketing materials, and resources for educational curriculum
Using social media and technology to share research-based information
Participating in field research, helping with literature reviews, and testing new methods and curriculum
Working with youth through 4-H activities, county fair, camps and project judging

Questions? Contact:

Jared Morrison, morrison.332@osu.edu
Organization Development Consultant
OSU Extension learning and Organizational Development

4-H Event Youth Assistant Apps to Help with Ohio State Fair

April 4 2022March 24, 2022

The 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 due by May 15, 2022

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, 2022.
- 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 12 or July 21)
  - 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
Program Fee: $25/person (paid at 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, 2022-August 31, 2023. Current TLC members are not eligible to apply for 4HEYA, as they are already fulfilling obligations at the Ohio State Fair.
Questions? Contact Frances (61@osu.edu), Sarah (longo.79@osu.edu), or Kayla (oberstadt.1@osu.edu)

Scholarship Money for Training, Classes, Books, etc.

February 1 2022

Thinking about continuing your education or attending a certification program? Then you might want to apply for a personal development scholarship!

Scholarship Guidelines:

Applicants must be at least a high school senior, high school graduate, Washington County 4-H Alumni OR current Washington County 4-H Volunteer.
Applicants must have been involved in the Washington County 4-H Program a minimum of three years as a member or volunteer.
The purpose of this scholarship is to reimburse applicants for expenses incurred for further training or technical education. Reimbursable expenses include: books, tools, supplies, tuition, school fees, continuing education fees, room & board, etc.
Scholarship winners will be required to provide a copy of receipts to be reimbursed. Funds must be claimed by July 1, 2023.
The Washington County 4-H Advisory Committee will award four $250 scholarships.
Awardees will be notified by April 1^st.

Application: 2022 Personal Development Scholarship Application

4-H College Scholarship Applications Due – March 1

February 1 2022

Washington County 4-H College Scholarship for 2022!!

Scholarship Guidelines:

Applicants must have been enrolled and in good standing (completed projects) in Washington County 4-H Program at least three years.
Applicants must attach a letter of acceptance (if available) from the college you are planning to attend Fall 2022. Can be any accredited associates or bachelors program.
Applicants must be a high school senior or college freshman at the time of application.
Include a current photo with the application. (Senior picture preferred)
The Washington County 4-H Advisory Committee will award three $500 college scholarships.
Scholarships are not renewable and will be a one-time recipient.
Awardees will be notified by April 1^st.

Application: 2022 College Scholarship Application

Ohio 4-H Achievement Award Applications Due Jan 31

January 20 2022

Thinking about applying for National 4-H Congress/State Achievement Award? Applications are due January 31 to the OSU Extension Office. The award application can be downloaded from the State 4-H Website: https://ohio4h.org/awardsandscholarships