March 11, 2020 (updated)
Attention: 4-H Members, Family members and Volunteers
As you may be aware, The Ohio State University has announced the suspension of face-to-face instruction of lectures, discussion sections, seminars, and other similar classroom settings, and the move to virtual instruction effective immediately through March 31. Events deemed nonessential are postponed between now and April 20.There will be evaluation whether they should continue in person beyond this time. Our primary concern is for the health and safety of all our people. Virtual meetings are encouraged.
Based on these guidelines, all 4-H Clubs must postpone/cancel all face-to-face meetings now and until April 20.
In addition to all 4-H club meetings, the following list of 4-H events qualify as non-essential between now and April 20. Based on these guidelines, these non-essential activities must be postponed/cancelled or held virtually. Examples include (this list is not exhaustive and subject to change at any notice):
4-H committees, including advisory, saddle horse, endowment, etc.
Club kick-offs, open houses, etc.
Community service projects
Educational clinics
Events put on by advisory or county committees or clubs, including fundraisers
Social events (egg hunts, square dances)
Teen leader groups
NOTE: Senior Fair Board will need to make the determination for fair-related committees.
One of the best ways to prevent the spread of viral illnesses is to minimize the circumstances in which individuals might interact and transmit the diseases. The safety of our community is our top priority. We realize that our COVID-19 policy guidelines will cause disruption, but the risk of not acting outweighs the inconvenience of these temporary measures. We will share updates as more information becomes available.
The Wood County Extension Office Is operating on an appointment only basis; however, all personnel are actively working. We ask that you please call or email to talk or schedule a time to meet. 4-H Advisors should schedule an appointment to pick up project books during the next few weeks. We will stay in touch with everyone through multiple means of communication (email, website, Facebook, Twitter and blog) as we keep the wheels of the 4-H train moving forward.
Please read through the following date changes and mark your calendar accordingly.
Changes in scheduling through April 20:
- The 4-H Enrollment Deadline will be extended to April 15th. All project changes must also be made by this date.
- 4-H Camp Scholarship forms – due April 1. You can email or mail your forms to: OSU Extension, Wood County – 639 S. Dunbridge Rd, BG OH 43402
- The Inspire Kids’ to Do Grant – due April 15
- Camper Round-up– cancelled April 16- rescheduled May 5 (Registration material will be located on the 4-H website as early as March 20.)
- County program/committee meeting changes:
CarTeens- cancelled March 11- rescheduled April 28
Jr/Sr Camp Counselor Training- cancelled March 12- rescheduled April 21
4-H Committee- cancelled March 31- not rescheduled
Quality Assurance Volunteer Training- cancelled March 17- not rescheduled
Leadership Board- cancelled March 31- rescheduled May 7 (Teen dance at fairgrounds!)
You can contact us by phone or email at any time.
Office phone 419-354-9050
Jayne Roth roth.4@osu.edu direct line: 419-819-3076
Jenny Morlock morlock.3@osu.edu direct line: 419-819-3074
Deb Dewese dewese.6@osu.edu direct line: 419-819-3070
Sincerely,
Jayne Roth
Extension Educator
4-H Youth Development