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February 2016
4-H Calendar is now available!!! Check out the upcoming events the 4-H office has to offer and feel free to share your club events. Log on to www.madisoncountycce.org/4-h-youth
“4-H is an awesome way to learn important skills you may not learn in school. You get so many great opportunities. I love going on trips with my club because I can learn and meet other 4-H
members. I have made so Public Presentations & Horse Communications register online at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/publicpresentationshorsecomm_225
many new friends.” - Madison County 4-H Member
Deadline to register is Monday, February 15, 2016.
In This Issue: -Tractor Safety -Effective Speaking Workshop -What 4-H Means To Me -Teen Winter Survival Day -4-H Scholarship Information -Upcoming Events
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
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4-H TRACTOR SAFETY AND CERTIFICATION COURSE
“Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers
to turn on the light.” - Dumbledore
Did you know that in New York State, farm employees must be 16 years old in order to be hired to operate farm equipment or machinery? Madison County Cornell Cooperative Extension will soon be hosting the 2016 4-H Agriculture & Tractor Safety Certification Program available to 14 and 15 year olds interested in gaining employment on a farm. This seven session course will cover many components of agriculture safety including tractor safety, animal safety, lawn, yard and garden equipment. With the successful completion of this course 14 and 15 year olds are eligible to be hired on a farm. The first session will be held at Morrisville State College, Marshall Hall, Diesel Tech Lab on February 22rd at 6:00pm. This course is offered to teens to help reduce the number of deaths while operating equipment. To achieve this, the knowledge learned must be used wisely. To pass the course participants must attend every session, complete the work book and pass both the written exam and the practical driving test. At the end of the course participants will receive a certificate from the Department of Labor. It is required by law that employers ask for this certificate from a 14 or 15 year old before hiring. The 4-H Tractor Safety and Certification Course class fee will be $20.00 for the manual and printed materials. This program is a cooperative effort of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County, the Madison County FFA Agricultural Programs and Morrisville State College. Sessions will be held at the following Trade Show locations: Morrisville State College, Cazenovia Equipment, Gold Star Feed, Empire Tractor, Kelsey’s Monanfran Farms and Madison Central School. Enrollment is required before the first session which will be held at Morrisville State College on February 22rd from 6:00-9:00pm. For more information contact Kim at Cornell Cooperative Extension at (315) 684-3001 ext 109 or email [email protected]. Course registration is available online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Madisoncountytractorsafety_225
For more information about the 4-H Youth Development Program in Madison County contact the 4-H Office at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County at 315-684-3001 or visit us at www.madisoncountycce.org
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
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4-H Effective Speaking Workshop On Saturday, January 30, 2016 the 4-H Office held an Effective Speaking Workshop. Dr. Ferrara worked with our 4-Hers on defining their topic and developing a purpose statement. Dr. Heather Stassen-Ferrara is an Assistant Professor and Program Director of the Communication Studies Program at Cazenovia College. We had eleven 4-Hers attend to improve their communication skills. The Public Presentation Program is one of 4-H’s most beneficial and rewarding experiences. Don’t forget to sign up for Madison County 4-H Public Presentation Day on Saturday, February 27, 2016.
Sam Filler, Empire State Development
Save the Date March Dog Madness Saturday, March 19, 2016 at Cornell University
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
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What 4-H Means To Me By Shelby Curtis
“You have to accept whatever comes and the only important
thing is that you meet it with the best you have to give.” -Eleanor Roosevelt
4-H is my family, it’s my escape. It’s where I can express myself through my club, my community, my country and my world. 4-H lets me speak through my public speaking, accomplishments and my clubs activities. 4-H is an amazing way for me to challenge myself and strive for something I want to accomplish, at whatever level that is. “Every day is a new day, make something from it!” -Unknown This year I did my 4-H Public Presentation on Wakeboarding. A sport I fell in love with at the age of eight. Now I know it wasn’t my best presentation, but the fact that I challenged myself for the first time creating a PowerPoint presentation was very satisfying to me. When I received my scores back from the judges I was excited, because I knew exactly how to improve my presentation. Next time I am going to push myself to the limits. I am the president of my 4-H club and we are the Shooting Stars 4-H Club. I attended Hamilton Central School where I enjoy tutoring younger students in Spanish, a subject I am very passionate about. Along with many other extra curricular activities, I am currently participating in a bottle drive for my sophomore class ‘18. We are trying to earn money for our senior trip. As president of my 4-H club, I have several goals for the club: I would like to do more hands-on projects, more community service and more helping our youth on the importance of firearm safety. I want to engage in new ideas on improving our club and expanding the enrollment numbers. I want to open up our potions and see what the club can accomplish. Because Trade this isShow 4-H and 4-H means nothing is impossible for myself, my club or anyone else.
4-H T-Shirt $15 Available at the 4-H Office Trade Show
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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
Teen Winter Survival Day Ages 13—19 Monday, February 15, 2016 10:00 am—5:00 pm
Cornell Cooperative Extension Office 100 Eaton Street Morrisville, NY 13408 Get connected and find out what other teens like you are discovering, thinking and doing. Plus learn more about what 4-H has to offer. You don’t have to be a member to attend.
10:00 am 3 Seasons of Winter by Janelle Schwartz 11:30 am Lunch Break 12:30 pm Ice Skating or Mini Spa Workshop 2:30 pm Yoga with Sarah K Greco 3:30 pm Snack Break 4:00 pm Cooking with Natalie Catania
Lunch and snacks included so bring a friend and sign up at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/TeenWinterSurvivalDay_225 If you have questions about the program, please call Alycia Schick at 315-684-3001 ext. 110 or email [email protected]. Registration is $10 a person. We look forward to having you. If you have a yoga mat please bring it with you. If you don't have a yoga mat please bring a towel.
Jason Townsend, Cornell Cooperative Extension
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
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Madison County 4-H College Scholarship Complete Application packets must be received by April 1st **We cannot consider any forms that are incomplete** Eligibility:
Applicant must be:
A current Madison County 4-H member or if he/she is a college student, have completed 4-H in the previous year
tomorrow with
An active member for at least 3 years
today.”
Completed 2 Public Presentations
- Elizabeth
Completed at least 3 projects in a three-year period
Barrett
A graduating High School Senior/or in first year of post High School education
Browning
Committed to Community Service
“Light
Application Packet must include: (Applications must be typed and signed) This cover sheet Completed 4-H Portfolio Record. This is a separate document available from the 4-H Office. Please be sure it reflects your involvement in 4-H from the last 3 years. More information is optional. 2 essays (described on next page) 2 letters of recommendation Additional Notes: Complete packets are due by April 1st. It is also a great idea Trade Show to have another person review your completed form for grammar and spelling. 1. Personal information: Name______________________________________________________________ (First)
(Middle Initial)
(Last)
Address_____________________________________________________________ (Street) Telephone (
(City)
) ____________________________
(State)
(Zip)
continue on next page Trade Show
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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
2.
High Schools attended (9th through 12th Grades): _____________________________________________________________________________________ (Name of School)
(From)
(To)
Date of High School Graduation _________________ 3.
List up to three schools (colleges, trade schools, etc.) applied to in order of preference: _____________________________________________________________________________________ (Name of College)
(City)
(State)
_____________________________________________________________________________________ (Name of College)
(City)
(State)
_____________________________________________________________________________________ (Name of College) 4.
(City)
(State)
Personal Essay: Two essays, not more than 500 words each, must be typed and double spaced on a separate sheet. 1) The Benefits of 4-H Involvement: Describe how 4-H has helped you prepare for the future.
Community Service: Describe how you have been involved in contributing to your community and why you feel this is important. 5.
Recommendations: Please include two letters of recommendation. One should reflect your 4-H involvement and the second can reflect school or community involvement. Please do not include recommendations from CCE/4H Staff or CCE board members or immediate family members. If you have a question about who is eligible to write a recommendation, please call the 4-H Office at 684-3001. Applications will be reviewed and evaluated using these criteria: 4-H Project work and activities Community Service Essays Communications, Presentations Leadership experiences Recommendations Form complete and easy to read
I certify that the information contained herein is correct and truthfully reflects my personal, 4-H and academic background and records. I agree that, if any information contained herein is found to be falsified in any way, my application will automatically become null and void. Signature of Applicant _____________________________________Date _____________________________ Mail completed applications to: Kim Nowakowski, CCE of Madison County, P.O. Box 1209, Morrisville, NY13408
2016 Events February Tuesday, February 9—4-H Advisory Committee Meeting 6pm Friday, February 12—14 TEEN Winter Weekend Monday, February 15 Teen Winter Survival Day Saturday, February 27 Public Presentations/Horse Communications 9am-12pm March Saturday, March 5 Horse Bonanza at Morrisville High School Saturday, March 12 Dairy Bowl Dairy at South Lewis High School Saturday, March 19 March Dog Madness Friday, March 25– 26 Dairy Discovery at Cornell University April Saturday, April 1 Scholarship Applications Due Saturday, April 9 State Horse Bowl at Cornell University Saturday, April 16 Horse Judging at Morrisville State College
Click here for information about State 4-H events!
May Saturday, May 7 Animal Crackers at Cornell University Tuesday, May 10 4-H Advisory Committee Meeting 6pm Saturday, May 14 State Horse Communications at Cornell University Sunday, May 15-17 4-H Capital Days June Friday, June 3-4 Equine and Dairy 101 at Morrisville College Saturday, June 4 State Presentations at Cornell University Saturday, June 25 Evaluation Horse Show at Morrisville College Tuesday, June 28-30 Career Explorations at Cornell University July Thursday, July 7-10 Madison County Fair Sunday, July 10-12 Jr Livestock Show in Cooperstown, NY Saturday, July 23 Qualifying Horse Show Friday, July 29 4-H Dairy Show at NYS Fairgrounds Saturday, July 30 Open Farm Day August Tuesday, August 9 4-H Advisory Committee Meeting 6pm New York State Fair Aug 25—Sept 5 at New York State Fair Grounds
Building Strong and Vibrant New York Communities P.O. Box 1209 ˗ 100 Eaton Street ˗ Morrisville, NY 13408 www.madisoncountycce.org & www.facebook.com/ccemadison Phone: 315-684-3001 Fax: 315-684-9290 Both Extension staff and volunteers, which include 4-H club leaders, are bound by the following statement: Cornell Cooperative Extension associations provide equal opportunities. No person shall be denied on the basis of any legally prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, age or qualified disability.
February 2016
4-H Calendar is now available!!! Check out the upcoming events the 4-H office has to offer and feel free to share your club events. Log on to www.madisoncountycce.org/4-h-youth
“4-H is an awesome way to learn important skills you may not learn in school. You get so many great opportunities. I love going on trips with my club because I can learn and meet other 4-H
members. I have made so Public Presentations & Horse Communications register online at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/publicpresentationshorsecomm_225
many new friends.” - Madison County 4-H Member
Deadline to register is Monday, February 15, 2016.
In This Issue: -Tractor Safety -Effective Speaking Workshop -What 4-H Means To Me -Teen Winter Survival Day -4-H Scholarship Information -Upcoming Events
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
Page 2
4-H TRACTOR SAFETY AND CERTIFICATION COURSE
“Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers
to turn on the light.” - Dumbledore
Did you know that in New York State, farm employees must be 16 years old in order to be hired to operate farm equipment or machinery? Madison County Cornell Cooperative Extension will soon be hosting the 2016 4-H Agriculture & Tractor Safety Certification Program available to 14 and 15 year olds interested in gaining employment on a farm. This seven session course will cover many components of agriculture safety including tractor safety, animal safety, lawn, yard and garden equipment. With the successful completion of this course 14 and 15 year olds are eligible to be hired on a farm. The first session will be held at Morrisville State College, Marshall Hall, Diesel Tech Lab on February 22rd at 6:00pm. This course is offered to teens to help reduce the number of deaths while operating equipment. To achieve this, the knowledge learned must be used wisely. To pass the course participants must attend every session, complete the work book and pass both the written exam and the practical driving test. At the end of the course participants will receive a certificate from the Department of Labor. It is required by law that employers ask for this certificate from a 14 or 15 year old before hiring. The 4-H Tractor Safety and Certification Course class fee will be $20.00 for the manual and printed materials. This program is a cooperative effort of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County, the Madison County FFA Agricultural Programs and Morrisville State College. Sessions will be held at the following Trade Show locations: Morrisville State College, Cazenovia Equipment, Gold Star Feed, Empire Tractor, Kelsey’s Monanfran Farms and Madison Central School. Enrollment is required before the first session which will be held at Morrisville State College on February 22rd from 6:00-9:00pm. For more information contact Kim at Cornell Cooperative Extension at (315) 684-3001 ext 109 or email [email protected]. Course registration is available online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Madisoncountytractorsafety_225
For more information about the 4-H Youth Development Program in Madison County contact the 4-H Office at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County at 315-684-3001 or visit us at www.madisoncountycce.org
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
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4-H Effective Speaking Workshop On Saturday, January 30, 2016 the 4-H Office held an Effective Speaking Workshop. Dr. Ferrara worked with our 4-Hers on defining their topic and developing a purpose statement. Dr. Heather Stassen-Ferrara is an Assistant Professor and Program Director of the Communication Studies Program at Cazenovia College. We had eleven 4-Hers attend to improve their communication skills. The Public Presentation Program is one of 4-H’s most beneficial and rewarding experiences. Don’t forget to sign up for Madison County 4-H Public Presentation Day on Saturday, February 27, 2016.
Sam Filler, Empire State Development
Save the Date March Dog Madness Saturday, March 19, 2016 at Cornell University
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
Page 4
What 4-H Means To Me By Shelby Curtis
“You have to accept whatever comes and the only important
thing is that you meet it with the best you have to give.” -Eleanor Roosevelt
4-H is my family, it’s my escape. It’s where I can express myself through my club, my community, my country and my world. 4-H lets me speak through my public speaking, accomplishments and my clubs activities. 4-H is an amazing way for me to challenge myself and strive for something I want to accomplish, at whatever level that is. “Every day is a new day, make something from it!” -Unknown This year I did my 4-H Public Presentation on Wakeboarding. A sport I fell in love with at the age of eight. Now I know it wasn’t my best presentation, but the fact that I challenged myself for the first time creating a PowerPoint presentation was very satisfying to me. When I received my scores back from the judges I was excited, because I knew exactly how to improve my presentation. Next time I am going to push myself to the limits. I am the president of my 4-H club and we are the Shooting Stars 4-H Club. I attended Hamilton Central School where I enjoy tutoring younger students in Spanish, a subject I am very passionate about. Along with many other extra curricular activities, I am currently participating in a bottle drive for my sophomore class ‘18. We are trying to earn money for our senior trip. As president of my 4-H club, I have several goals for the club: I would like to do more hands-on projects, more community service and more helping our youth on the importance of firearm safety. I want to engage in new ideas on improving our club and expanding the enrollment numbers. I want to open up our potions and see what the club can accomplish. Because Trade this isShow 4-H and 4-H means nothing is impossible for myself, my club or anyone else.
4-H T-Shirt $15 Available at the 4-H Office Trade Show
Page 5
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
Teen Winter Survival Day Ages 13—19 Monday, February 15, 2016 10:00 am—5:00 pm
Cornell Cooperative Extension Office 100 Eaton Street Morrisville, NY 13408 Get connected and find out what other teens like you are discovering, thinking and doing. Plus learn more about what 4-H has to offer. You don’t have to be a member to attend.
10:00 am 3 Seasons of Winter by Janelle Schwartz 11:30 am Lunch Break 12:30 pm Ice Skating or Mini Spa Workshop 2:30 pm Yoga with Sarah K Greco 3:30 pm Snack Break 4:00 pm Cooking with Natalie Catania
Lunch and snacks included so bring a friend and sign up at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/TeenWinterSurvivalDay_225 If you have questions about the program, please call Alycia Schick at 315-684-3001 ext. 110 or email [email protected]. Registration is $10 a person. We look forward to having you. If you have a yoga mat please bring it with you. If you don't have a yoga mat please bring a towel.
Jason Townsend, Cornell Cooperative Extension
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
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Madison County 4-H College Scholarship Complete Application packets must be received by April 1st **We cannot consider any forms that are incomplete** Eligibility:
Applicant must be:
A current Madison County 4-H member or if he/she is a college student, have completed 4-H in the previous year
tomorrow with
An active member for at least 3 years
today.”
Completed 2 Public Presentations
- Elizabeth
Completed at least 3 projects in a three-year period
Barrett
A graduating High School Senior/or in first year of post High School education
Browning
Committed to Community Service
“Light
Application Packet must include: (Applications must be typed and signed) This cover sheet Completed 4-H Portfolio Record. This is a separate document available from the 4-H Office. Please be sure it reflects your involvement in 4-H from the last 3 years. More information is optional. 2 essays (described on next page) 2 letters of recommendation Additional Notes: Complete packets are due by April 1st. It is also a great idea Trade Show to have another person review your completed form for grammar and spelling. 1. Personal information: Name______________________________________________________________ (First)
(Middle Initial)
(Last)
Address_____________________________________________________________ (Street) Telephone (
(City)
) ____________________________
(State)
(Zip)
continue on next page Trade Show
Page 7
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
2.
High Schools attended (9th through 12th Grades): _____________________________________________________________________________________ (Name of School)
(From)
(To)
Date of High School Graduation _________________ 3.
List up to three schools (colleges, trade schools, etc.) applied to in order of preference: _____________________________________________________________________________________ (Name of College)
(City)
(State)
_____________________________________________________________________________________ (Name of College)
(City)
(State)
_____________________________________________________________________________________ (Name of College) 4.
(City)
(State)
Personal Essay: Two essays, not more than 500 words each, must be typed and double spaced on a separate sheet. 1) The Benefits of 4-H Involvement: Describe how 4-H has helped you prepare for the future.
Community Service: Describe how you have been involved in contributing to your community and why you feel this is important. 5.
Recommendations: Please include two letters of recommendation. One should reflect your 4-H involvement and the second can reflect school or community involvement. Please do not include recommendations from CCE/4H Staff or CCE board members or immediate family members. If you have a question about who is eligible to write a recommendation, please call the 4-H Office at 684-3001. Applications will be reviewed and evaluated using these criteria: 4-H Project work and activities Community Service Essays Communications, Presentations Leadership experiences Recommendations Form complete and easy to read
I certify that the information contained herein is correct and truthfully reflects my personal, 4-H and academic background and records. I agree that, if any information contained herein is found to be falsified in any way, my application will automatically become null and void. Signature of Applicant _____________________________________Date _____________________________ Mail completed applications to: Kim Nowakowski, CCE of Madison County, P.O. Box 1209, Morrisville, NY13408
2016 Events February Tuesday, February 9—4-H Advisory Committee Meeting 6pm Friday, February 12—14 TEEN Winter Weekend Monday, February 15 Teen Winter Survival Day Saturday, February 27 Public Presentations/Horse Communications 9am-12pm March Saturday, March 5 Horse Bonanza at Morrisville High School Saturday, March 12 Dairy Bowl Dairy at South Lewis High School Saturday, March 19 March Dog Madness Friday, March 25– 26 Dairy Discovery at Cornell University April Saturday, April 1 Scholarship Applications Due Saturday, April 9 State Horse Bowl at Cornell University Saturday, April 16 Horse Judging at Morrisville State College
Click here for information about State 4-H events!
May Saturday, May 7 Animal Crackers at Cornell University Tuesday, May 10 4-H Advisory Committee Meeting 6pm Saturday, May 14 State Horse Communications at Cornell University Sunday, May 15-17 4-H Capital Days June Friday, June 3-4 Equine and Dairy 101 at Morrisville College Saturday, June 4 State Presentations at Cornell University Saturday, June 25 Evaluation Horse Show at Morrisville College Tuesday, June 28-30 Career Explorations at Cornell University July Thursday, July 7-10 Madison County Fair Sunday, July 10-12 Jr Livestock Show in Cooperstown, NY Saturday, July 23 Qualifying Horse Show Friday, July 29 4-H Dairy Show at NYS Fairgrounds Saturday, July 30 Open Farm Day August Tuesday, August 9 4-H Advisory Committee Meeting 6pm New York State Fair Aug 25—Sept 5 at New York State Fair Grounds
Building Strong and Vibrant New York Communities P.O. Box 1209 ˗ 100 Eaton Street ˗ Morrisville, NY 13408 www.madisoncountycce.org & www.facebook.com/ccemadison Phone: 315-684-3001 Fax: 315-684-9290 Both Extension staff and volunteers, which include 4-H club leaders, are bound by the following statement: Cornell Cooperative Extension associations provide equal opportunities. No person shall be denied on the basis of any legally prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, age or qualified disability.
