Of Genesee County 4-H
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Awards Guide Of Genesee County 4-H
420 East Main Street Batavia, New York 14020-2599 Tel: 585-343-3040 E-Mail: [email protected] Web: genesee.cce.cornell.edu/genesee4h Genesee County 4-H Awards Guide
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APPLICATION DEADLINE *Please note that applications, nominations, certificate requests, pin requests, and Project Records are due:
By 5p.m. September 11, 2015
Late submissions will not be accepted!
Mail submissions to: Cornell Cooperative Extension 420 East Main Street Batavia, New York 14020
Email submissions: [email protected]
Fax Submissions: 585-343-1275
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Table of Contents Guide Purpose ___________________________________________________________________4 Recognition Objective ___________________________________________________________4 Member Awards at the Project Area Level ____________________________________5 Member Awards at the County Level __________________________________________6 Awards for Clubs ________________________________________________________________8 Awards for Volunteers __________________________________________________________9 Club Specific Awards ___________________________________________________________10 Appendix I – Nominations for Achievement, Leadership, and Citizenship County Medals __________________________________________________________________19 Appendix II – County Medal Request Form ___________________________________20 Appendix III – Outstanding Volunteer Nomination Form ___________________21
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Guide Purpose This guide was created to assist Genesee County 4-H members, leaders, and volunteers in the awards and recognition application process. This comprehensive guide strives to contain a complete listing of all awards and recognition opportunities available through Genesee County 4-H. Keep in mind that club leaders have the option to design their own recognition program, so each club may vary. This guide DOES NOT include scholarship opportunities. Each section of this guide will contain the current awards available for that group (i.e. members, clubs, or volunteers). Award purpose and criteria will be listed with each award. “Club Specific Awards,” or those created by leaders for their specific clubs or programs, can be found in the last section. New awards will be noted as such.
Recognition Objective Recognition is the acknowledgment of an individual’s personal growth. With this understanding, Genesee County 4-H strives to offer a variety of recognition opportunities. In order to encourage and support our members and volunteers, we feel it is important to celebrate their dedication, accomplishments, and hard work. The purpose of recognition is to motivate 4-H members to participate, create, and achieve in 4-H, to encourage and support the learning efforts of young people, and to foster a sense of belonging. By reinforcing the efforts of our 4-H community we hope to build a stronger atmosphere of learning and growth for our 4-H youth. The balanced and creative use of recognition is an important element of successful programming. With this belief in mind, the Genesee County 4-H staff has created this guide to help members, leaders, and volunteers navigate the awards system of our County. Please consult this guide with any questions regarding Genesee County 4-H awards and recognition. If you have further questions regarding rewards or recognition, please contact us! Phone: 585- 343-3040 x 101
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Member Awards at the Project Area Level The awards in this section cannot be applied for; rather, they are awards which members can strive to be nominated for. Leaders will choose the recipients for these awards from their club membership. Not all of these awards need to be given every year, they are meant to be awarded for outstanding achievements in the current year. Leaders also have the option to create awards when special circumstances warrant additional recognition. Please note that Achievement, Citizenship, and Leadership are county medals awarded at the club level.
Achievement
Helping Hands
This award recognizes active members who demonstrate a desire to help their community, participate in public presentations, show willingness to help, and are enthusiastic. This award recognizes outstanding work in all areas of 4-H, building character, leadership, and citizenship. (Pin)
This award is designated for the individual who is always willing to help and lend a hand. He or she goes above and beyond what is expected, often without being asked. This person is always willing to help out a fellow 4-Her and is an encouragement to all.
Citizenship
The criterion for this award varies with each project area. Good animal husbandry practices are a key component of the herdsmanship award. In general, herdsmanship is pride in ones exhibits and proper care of animals and exhibit area. herdsmanship is an educational way for youth to develop skills in care, handling, and public outreach for their chosen animal species.
This award recognizes 4-H members who go above and beyond in serving their community. (Pin)
Leadership This award recognizes active members who acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to be an effective leader through helping younger members, leadership activities, and public presentations. (Pin)
Most Improved This award recognizes active members who have grown the most in the previous 4-H year, increasing their skills in a particular area of 4-H or in the overall program. (Awards Vary)
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Spirit of 4-H Awarded to the member who best embodies the ideals of 4-H: Head, Heart, Hands, and Health.
Project Seals A seal is awarded by the office for each project area completed (including a project record) showcasing the 4-Her’s work during the current 4-H year. Page 5
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Member Awards at the County Level Awards at the county level focus on the completion of a project area by the 4-H member. County medals are awarded to outstanding individuals who strive to enhance their knowledge and skill in their project area beyond local involvement. Criteria: To be eligible for a county medal, members must complete work in one of the project areas for a minimum of two years, submit a project record for that project area, show advancement of the project area beyond the local level, provide two references, and submit the County Medal Request Form (Appendix II). County Medals are meant to acknowledge high merit and achievement in a project area. Note: You cannot apply for Achievement, Leadership, or Citizenship County Medals. These are awarded by club leaders to individual members for outstanding work in their project area. Nominations for these awards can be made to the club leaders. Leaders: please refer to Appendix I Nominations for Achievement, Leadership, and Citizenship County Medals when nominating members for these awards.
County Medal Categories: Aerospace Agriculture Beef Cat Cavy Childcare Citizenship & Civic Ed. Clothing & Textile Community Beautification Community Marketing Community Service Consumer & Family Sci. Consumer Education Communication Arts Conservation Dairy Demonstration Genesee County 4-H Awards Guide
Dairy Food Entomology Fashion Review Dog Electric Energy Energy Management Field Crop Science Fitness Leadership Food Nutrition Food Preservation Forestry Gardening Goat GPS Health Pins Home Environment Horticulture
Horse Jr. Leadership Performing Arts Personal Development Public Presentations Photography Safety Secretary Pins Science/Tech Sheep Shooting Sports Swine Tractor Safety Vet Science Visual Arts Wildlife & Fisheries Woodworking Page 6
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Member Awards at the County Level Year pins: Given on a county level. You can receive a year pin for total years completed in 4-H, and for years completed in specific project areas. To request a year pin, call the 4-H office by the deadline given for the current 4-H year. Outstanding Secretary: This award is chosen by 4-H staff. To be eligible a secretary must submit a minimum of 75% or 9 months of secretary reports to the 4-H office. Non-Animal “Herdsmanship”: Eligible members must belong to one of the following clubs: ACES, FCS, or Green Thumbs. This award is based on care of the Kennedy building and the front of the Merton building during fair week. 4-Hers will sign in and out in addition to recording eligible tasks. Eligible tasks include; sweeping, general clean up, answering visitor questions, assisting in the set up for activities, helping keep displays neat; assisting adults with building monitor, and showing respect, proper attitude, cooperation and appropriate attire at all times. The recipients of this award will be chosen by the leaders of the ACES, FCS, and Green Thumbs clubs.
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Awards for Clubs The club structure is an important educational component of 4-H programming. To recognize the work and dedication of our clubs, Genesee County 4-H offers the following recognition opportunities. Club Charter: This is given one time only, for each club. Application form for charter is in the club secretary’s book. To be chartered, a club must have a leader, five or more members, elect officers, and adopt a plan of club activities for the year. Club Activity Award: The criteria for this award is that 50% of a club’s members participate in Public Presentation Day and that they complete at least 4 of the following: -Special parents meeting -Club project tour -Educational field trip -Community service activity -National 4-H Week observance -Community program on 4-H work -County fair participation To apply: Call the office or send an email with proof of the above information. Seals of Achievement: Each year a 4-H club can apply for a seal of achievement if six or more regular meetings are held, every member is enrolled in a project, club has put on an exhibit of its work, and 60% of their club members complete a project. Form is in the club secretary's book. Community Action Awards: Clubs are invited to submit a blue community action award form.
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Awards for Volunteers Volunteers are a vital asset to 4-H programming. Several recognition opportunities are available for our volunteers. Year Pins: Volunteers become eligible for year pins when they reach milestone years as a volunteer. Volunteers receive recognition for completion of their first year as a volunteer and recognition for every 5 year interval. If desired, a volunteer may also receive recognition during their final year as a volunteer. Volunteers will automatically receive their pins when they reach milestone years, no request is required. Outstanding 4-H Volunteer/Leader Award: Anyone may nominate a 4-H volunteer/leader for the Outstanding Volunteer award. Every 4-H volunteer is eligible for this award! To be eligible a volunteer/leader must be in good standing, go above and beyond the expected and show outstanding commitment to the program. To nominate a volunteer for the Outstanding Volunteer award: Please write 2-4 paragraphs about his/her strengths as a volunteer/leader, their commitment to 4-H programming including how they carry out the mission, vision, values and goals of 4-H Youth Development Programming. Your nomination submission will be given to the volunteer along with their award, thus your nomination may be anonymous if you wish. Please use the Outstanding Volunteer Nomination Form (Appendix III).
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Club Specific Awards Genesee County 4-H staff strives to include all available awards, however leaders have the opportunity to create and add awards as the year progresses. If you have questions about the award for you specific club please contact your club leader for more details. Note to leaders: Please contact the office when you have completed your club award selections, and your Project Area Award Selections so we can fulfill your award requests. Please see the deadline page for more information.
ACES Club Helping Hands Criteria: Recipients will be always willing to lend a hand, encouraging their fellow 4-H members, and go above and beyond what is expected as a member of the ACES 4-H Club.
Project Certificate Criteria: Must complete a project record, and be in good standings with, the ACES 4-H Club for the current 4-H year.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position, will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Beef Club (Beef Club participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
Herdsmanship Criteria: Recipients selected using 4-H Herdsmanship Score Card, the following criteria during county fair, and additional consideration given to work throughout the 4-H year. 1. Feed and water beef cattle regularly. Check on animal periodically. 2. Clean and bed stall, pen or area. 3. Have knowledge of your animals, age (birth date), breeding, weight and etc. as needed for registration or judging. 4. Groom and prepare beef cattle for judging or showing. Genesee County 4-H Awards Guide
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5. Dress in proper attire when showing beef cattle, and 4-H appropriate attire at all other times. 6. Show respect, consideration, proper attitude, and cooperation toward ALL animals, members, equipment, supplies and facilities as well as judges and spectators. 7. Fill out and properly display livestock stall cards. 8. When exercising or taking your animal in and out of the building, clean up after them. 9. Demonstrates age appropriate beef cattle skills and knowledge.
Attendance Criteria: Recipients must attend all beef club meetings. Runners up will be selected from those who miss only one meeting.
Aging Out Criteria: This award is given to Senior members who are aging out and can no longer be 4-H members. This award may also be given to 4-H Seniors who have one remaining year as a 4-H member but choose not to participate for academic reasons.
Member of the Year Criteria: This award is given to a member for exceptional commitment to the Beef Club. This member goes above and beyond club expectations, exemplifying the best qualities of a 4-H member. Club leaders will choose the recipient of this award, with input from volunteers. Please note this award is separate from County Medal awards.
Officers Criteria: Club Officers who are in good standing with the club and have fulfilled all requirements of their position will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Cloverbud Club Cloverbuds will receive all receive a first year member certificate. Use this certificate as a place for your project seals that you receive for your project records. Cloverbuds will also receive recognition at Achievement night.
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Dairy Club (Dairy Club participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
Herdsmanship Criteria: Recipients selected using 4-H Herdsmanship Score Card, the following criteria during county fair, and additional consideration given to work throughout the 4-H year. 1. Feed and water dairy cattle regularly. Check on animal periodically. 2. Clean and bed stall, pen or area. 3. Have knowledge of your animals, age (birth date), breeding, weight and etc. as needed for registration or judging. 4. Groom and prepare dairy cattle for judging or showing 5. Dress in proper attire when showing dairy cattle, and 4-H appropriate attire at all other times. 6. Show respect, consideration, proper attitude, and cooperation toward ALL animals, members, equipment, supplies and facilities as well as judges and spectators. 7. Fill out and properly display livestock stall cards. 8. When exercising or taking your animal in and out of the building, clean up after them. 9. Demonstrate age appropriate dairy cattle skills and knowledge.
Outstanding 4-H Dairy Member Criteria: This award is given to a member for exceptional commitment to the Dairy Club. This member goes above and beyond club expectations, exemplifying the best qualities of a 4-H member. Club leaders will choose the recipient of this award, with input from volunteers. Please note this award is separate from County Medal awards.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Certificate of Completion Criteria: Must complete, and be in good standings with the Dairy club for the current 4-H year.
Project Certificate Criteria: Must complete a project record, and be in good standings with the Dairy Club for the current 4-H year.
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Family and Consumer Science Club (FCS Club participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
4-H Human Ecology Award Criteria: This award has been created to honor Jennie Starowitz. The recipient must have completed at least two 4-H projects in the subject area of Human Ecology (Clothing and Textiles, Food and Nutrition, Home Arts, Health and Science, or Child Development), demonstrated at Public Presentations, and entered their projects at the Genesee County Fair. Please Note: The application for this award can be acquired by contacting the 4-H office. More details to come.
Helping Hands Criteria: Recipients will be always willing to lend a hand, encouraging their fellow 4-H members, and go above and beyond what is expected as a member of the FCS 4-H Club.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position, will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Green Thumbs Club Helping Hands Criteria: Recipients will be always willing to lend a hand, encouraging their fellow 4-H members, and go above and beyond what is expected as a member of the Green Thumbs 4-H Club.
Project Certificate Criteria: Must complete a project record, and be in good standings with the Green Thumbs 4-H Club for the current 4-H year.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Green Thumbs Award Criteria: For a member who has perfect attendance at meetings, does a public presentation, helps with a community service project, and may have done some extracurricular gardening projects.
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Goat Club (Goat Club participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
Herdsmanship Criteria: Recipients selected using 4-H Herdsmanship Score Card, the following criteria during county fair, and additional consideration given to work throughout the 4-H year. 1. Feed and water goats regularly. Check on animal periodically. 2. Clean and bed stall, pen or area. 3. Have knowledge of your animals, age (birth date), breeding, weight and etc. as needed for registration or judging. 4. Groom and prepare goat for judging or showing 5. Dress in proper attire when showing goat, and 4-H appropriate attire at all other times. 6. Show respect, consideration, proper attitude, and cooperation toward ALL animals, members, equipment, supplies and facilities as well as judges and spectators. 7. Fill out and properly display livestock stall cards. 8. When exercising or taking your animal in and out of the building, clean up after them. 9. Demonstrate age appropriate goat skills and knowledge.
Awards Based On Fair Performance Best Doe in Show, Champion Meat Breeding Doe, Champion Project Goat
Spirit of 4-H Award Criteria: Club members to vote on who best exemplifies the “Spirit of 4-H.”
Helping Hands Criteria: Recipients will be always willing to lend a hand, encouraging their fellow 4-H members, and go above and beyond what is expected as a member of the Goat Club.
Best Project Record Criteria: Must complete an outstanding project record, and be in good standings with the Goat Club for the current 4-H year.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Five-STAR Awards Criteria: Must complete one of the five Five-STAR test levels. Each level of testing challenges goat knowledge with increasing difficulty and specificity. You may complete more than 1 STAR level per year except 4th and 5th STAR. Awards vary by level completed.
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Horse Program (Horse Program participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
Herdsmanship Criteria: Recipients selected using the following criteria during county fair, and additional consideration given to work throughout the 4-H year. 1. Feed and water horses regularly. Check on animal periodically. 2. Clean and bed stall, pen or area. 3. Have knowledge of your animals, age (birth date), breeding, weight and etc. as needed for registration or judging. 4. Groom and prepare horse for judging or showing 5. Dress in proper attire when showing horse, and 4-H appropriate attire at all other times. 6. Show respect, consideration, proper attitude, and cooperation toward ALL animals, members, equipment, supplies and facilities as well as judges and spectators. 7. Fill out and properly display livestock stall cards. 8. When exercising or taking your animal in and out of the building, clean up after them. 9. Demonstrates age appropriate horse skills and knowledge.
Bridle and Saddle Scholarship Criteria: The applicant must be a 4-H horse member who is in their senior year of high school who will be graduating and going on to college or a member who is already in college. Activity and interest in the horse industry will play a larger role than academic standings in the selection of the recipient. A selection committee will review all applications received. The committee will either select the recipient based on their initial review or schedule personal interviews to learn more about the candidates. Please Note: The application for this award can be acquired by contacting the 4-H office.
Spirit Award Criteria: Will be selected based on a vote during the county fair, and final reviews and selections will be made by the horse advisory committee.
Helping Hands Criteria: Recipients will be always willing to lend a hand, encouraging their fellow 4-H members, and go above and beyond what is expected as a member of the 4-H Equine Program.
Trophy Sponsorship Award Criteria: This award is to be given to the 4-H member who went above and beyond the minimum of two required sponsors, and brought in the most trophy sponsor money.
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Overall Achievement Award Criteria: Based on the points system, this award is given to the 4-H members who have gone above and beyond in the 4-H year for their division.
Horse Bowl, Hippology, Horse Judging, and Horse Communications Recognition Criteria: Members who participate in these events will receive recognition and certificates for each of the upper levels (regional, state, etc.) they participate in.
Five-STAR Awards Criteria: Must complete one of the five Five-STAR test levels. Each level of testing challenges horse knowledge with increasing difficulty and specificity. You may complete more than 1 STAR level per year except 4th and 5th STAR. Awards vary by level completed.
NYS Fair Participation Certificate Criteria: Must qualify for, and compete at, the 4-H Equine show at the NYS fair.
Awards Based on Fair Performance Western Trail Challenge, Barrel Challenge, Master Showmanship, High Point
Project Record Award Criteria: Must complete a project record, and be in good standings with, the 4-H Equine Program for the current 4-H year.
Sheep Club (Sheep Club participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
Herdsmanship Criteria: Recipients selected using 4-H Herdsmanship Score Card, the following criteria during county fair, and additional consideration given to work throughout the 4-H year. 1. Feed and water sheep regularly. Check on animal periodically. 2. Clean and bed stall, pen or area. 3. Have knowledge of your animals, age (birth date), breeding, weight and etc. as needed for registration or judging. 4. Groom and prepare sheep for judging or showing 5. Dress in proper attire when showing sheep, and 4-H appropriate attire at all times. 6. Show respect, consideration, proper attitude, and cooperation toward ALL animals, members, equipment, supplies and facilities as well as judges and spectators. 7. Fill out and properly display livestock stall cards. 8. When taking your animal in and out of the building, clean up after them. 9. Demonstrates age appropriate sheep skills and knowledge. Genesee County 4-H Awards Guide
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Aged Out Criteria: This award is given to Senior members who are aging out and can no longer be 4-H members.
MVM- Most Valuable Member Criteria: This award is given to a member for exceptional commitment to the Sheep Club. This member goes above and beyond club expectations and exemplifying the best qualities of a 4-H member. Club leaders will choose the recipient of this award, with input from volunteers. Please note this award is separate from County Medal awards.
Spirit Award Criteria: Award given to an individual that shows the most spirit, exemplifying the qualities of a true 4-Her.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position, will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Project Certificate Criteria: Must complete a project record, and be in good standings with, the Sheep Club for the current 4-H year.
Five-Star Awards Criteria: Must complete one of the five Five-Star levels. Awards vary by level completed.
Swine Club (Swine Club participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
Herdsmanship Criteria: Recipients selected using 4-H Herdsmanship Score Card, the following criteria during county fair, and additional consideration given to work throughout the 4-H year. 1. Feed and water swine regularly. Check on animal periodically. 2. Clean and bed stall, pen or area. 3. Have knowledge of your animals, age (birth date), breeding, weight and etc. as needed for registration or judging. 4. Groom and prepare swine for judging or showing 5. Dress in proper attire when showing swine, and 4-H appropriate attire at all times. 6. Show respect, consideration, proper attitude, and cooperation toward ALL animals, members, equipment, supplies and facilities as well as judges and spectators. 7. Fill out and properly display livestock stall cards. 8. When taking your animal in and out of the building, clean up after them. 9. Demonstrates age appropriate swine skills and knowledge. Genesee County 4-H Awards Guide
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Perfect Attendance Criteria: Recipients must attend all Swine Club meetings, functions, clean ups, as well as Achievement Night.
Ron Komar Memorial Award Criteria: Members will be eligible to apply for this award after 2 years of active participation in the 4-H Swine Club program. The purpose of the award is to recognize the Genesee County 4-H Swine Club member that most exemplifies the 4-H spirit, living the 4-H mottos of “To Learn By Doing” and “To Make The Best Better.” Please Note: The application for this award can be acquired by contacting the 4-H office.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position, will receive certificates for their service to the club.
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Appendix I Nominations for Achievement, Leadership, and Citizenship County Medals Note for Leaders: County Medals are high merit awards. Please be critical when choosing individuals for these awards. They are to be awarded for outstanding performance and commitment. Consult with other project area leaders and volunteers when considering these awards and keep in mind the following criteria. Achievement: Member who: a. Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the subject matter with a degree of depth and experiences during the past few years b. Applies the gained knowledge toward improving their club, family, and community c. Displays a level of responsibility beyond their years as observed in the club, family, and community involvement d. Their attitudes and actions demonstrate a desire for excellence and social wellbeing Leadership: Member who: a. Displays a number of decision-making positions and leadership roles that they have participated in (i.e. offices held, active committee roles, junior leadership within the club, classes and projects led) b. Is a self-starter and have the ability to motivate others into action c. Actively participates in program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of programs d. Is involved in recruitment of new members and leaders in the club and on the count level e. Has the ability to speak effectively Citizenship Member who: a. b. c. d. e. f.
Is cooperative and works well with others Respects the rights of others and their property Is self-directed Displays skill in relating well to others Demonstrates follow through by various community contributions Presents skills that complement their actions and concerns for others
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Appendix II County Medal Request Form Name:________________________________________ Project Area:___________________ Years in Project Area:_____________ Project Record Submitted: Yes No
What two life skills has participation in this project area further developed? How?
What activities did you participate in outside of Genesee County 4-H sponsored events in this project area?
What accomplishments are you most proud of for this project area?
What would you like to improve on in this project area?
Two References including phone numbers/ email addresses:
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Appendix III Outstanding 4-H Volunteer/Leader Nomination: Anyone may nominate a 4-H volunteer/leader for the Outstanding Volunteer award. Every 4-H volunteer is eligible for this award! To be eligible a volunteer/leader must be in good standing, go above and beyond the expected and show outstanding commitment to the program. To nominate a volunteer for the Outstanding Volunteer award: Please write 2-4 paragraphs about his/her strengths as a volunteer/leader, their commitment to 4-H programming including how they carry out the mission, vision, values and goals of 4-H Youth Development Programming. Your nomination submission will be given to the volunteer along with their award, thus your nomination may be anonymous if you wish. I (optional)____________________________ wish to nominate __________________________________________ as an Outstanding Volunteer for the following reasons: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Awards Guide Of Genesee County 4-H
420 East Main Street Batavia, New York 14020-2599 Tel: 585-343-3040 E-Mail: [email protected] Web: genesee.cce.cornell.edu/genesee4h Genesee County 4-H Awards Guide
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APPLICATION DEADLINE *Please note that applications, nominations, certificate requests, pin requests, and Project Records are due:
By 5p.m. September 11, 2015
Late submissions will not be accepted!
Mail submissions to: Cornell Cooperative Extension 420 East Main Street Batavia, New York 14020
Email submissions: [email protected]
Fax Submissions: 585-343-1275
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Table of Contents Guide Purpose ___________________________________________________________________4 Recognition Objective ___________________________________________________________4 Member Awards at the Project Area Level ____________________________________5 Member Awards at the County Level __________________________________________6 Awards for Clubs ________________________________________________________________8 Awards for Volunteers __________________________________________________________9 Club Specific Awards ___________________________________________________________10 Appendix I – Nominations for Achievement, Leadership, and Citizenship County Medals __________________________________________________________________19 Appendix II – County Medal Request Form ___________________________________20 Appendix III – Outstanding Volunteer Nomination Form ___________________21
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Guide Purpose This guide was created to assist Genesee County 4-H members, leaders, and volunteers in the awards and recognition application process. This comprehensive guide strives to contain a complete listing of all awards and recognition opportunities available through Genesee County 4-H. Keep in mind that club leaders have the option to design their own recognition program, so each club may vary. This guide DOES NOT include scholarship opportunities. Each section of this guide will contain the current awards available for that group (i.e. members, clubs, or volunteers). Award purpose and criteria will be listed with each award. “Club Specific Awards,” or those created by leaders for their specific clubs or programs, can be found in the last section. New awards will be noted as such.
Recognition Objective Recognition is the acknowledgment of an individual’s personal growth. With this understanding, Genesee County 4-H strives to offer a variety of recognition opportunities. In order to encourage and support our members and volunteers, we feel it is important to celebrate their dedication, accomplishments, and hard work. The purpose of recognition is to motivate 4-H members to participate, create, and achieve in 4-H, to encourage and support the learning efforts of young people, and to foster a sense of belonging. By reinforcing the efforts of our 4-H community we hope to build a stronger atmosphere of learning and growth for our 4-H youth. The balanced and creative use of recognition is an important element of successful programming. With this belief in mind, the Genesee County 4-H staff has created this guide to help members, leaders, and volunteers navigate the awards system of our County. Please consult this guide with any questions regarding Genesee County 4-H awards and recognition. If you have further questions regarding rewards or recognition, please contact us! Phone: 585- 343-3040 x 101
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Email: [email protected]
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Member Awards at the Project Area Level The awards in this section cannot be applied for; rather, they are awards which members can strive to be nominated for. Leaders will choose the recipients for these awards from their club membership. Not all of these awards need to be given every year, they are meant to be awarded for outstanding achievements in the current year. Leaders also have the option to create awards when special circumstances warrant additional recognition. Please note that Achievement, Citizenship, and Leadership are county medals awarded at the club level.
Achievement
Helping Hands
This award recognizes active members who demonstrate a desire to help their community, participate in public presentations, show willingness to help, and are enthusiastic. This award recognizes outstanding work in all areas of 4-H, building character, leadership, and citizenship. (Pin)
This award is designated for the individual who is always willing to help and lend a hand. He or she goes above and beyond what is expected, often without being asked. This person is always willing to help out a fellow 4-Her and is an encouragement to all.
Citizenship
The criterion for this award varies with each project area. Good animal husbandry practices are a key component of the herdsmanship award. In general, herdsmanship is pride in ones exhibits and proper care of animals and exhibit area. herdsmanship is an educational way for youth to develop skills in care, handling, and public outreach for their chosen animal species.
This award recognizes 4-H members who go above and beyond in serving their community. (Pin)
Leadership This award recognizes active members who acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to be an effective leader through helping younger members, leadership activities, and public presentations. (Pin)
Most Improved This award recognizes active members who have grown the most in the previous 4-H year, increasing their skills in a particular area of 4-H or in the overall program. (Awards Vary)
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Spirit of 4-H Awarded to the member who best embodies the ideals of 4-H: Head, Heart, Hands, and Health.
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Member Awards at the County Level Awards at the county level focus on the completion of a project area by the 4-H member. County medals are awarded to outstanding individuals who strive to enhance their knowledge and skill in their project area beyond local involvement. Criteria: To be eligible for a county medal, members must complete work in one of the project areas for a minimum of two years, submit a project record for that project area, show advancement of the project area beyond the local level, provide two references, and submit the County Medal Request Form (Appendix II). County Medals are meant to acknowledge high merit and achievement in a project area. Note: You cannot apply for Achievement, Leadership, or Citizenship County Medals. These are awarded by club leaders to individual members for outstanding work in their project area. Nominations for these awards can be made to the club leaders. Leaders: please refer to Appendix I Nominations for Achievement, Leadership, and Citizenship County Medals when nominating members for these awards.
County Medal Categories: Aerospace Agriculture Beef Cat Cavy Childcare Citizenship & Civic Ed. Clothing & Textile Community Beautification Community Marketing Community Service Consumer & Family Sci. Consumer Education Communication Arts Conservation Dairy Demonstration Genesee County 4-H Awards Guide
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Member Awards at the County Level Year pins: Given on a county level. You can receive a year pin for total years completed in 4-H, and for years completed in specific project areas. To request a year pin, call the 4-H office by the deadline given for the current 4-H year. Outstanding Secretary: This award is chosen by 4-H staff. To be eligible a secretary must submit a minimum of 75% or 9 months of secretary reports to the 4-H office. Non-Animal “Herdsmanship”: Eligible members must belong to one of the following clubs: ACES, FCS, or Green Thumbs. This award is based on care of the Kennedy building and the front of the Merton building during fair week. 4-Hers will sign in and out in addition to recording eligible tasks. Eligible tasks include; sweeping, general clean up, answering visitor questions, assisting in the set up for activities, helping keep displays neat; assisting adults with building monitor, and showing respect, proper attitude, cooperation and appropriate attire at all times. The recipients of this award will be chosen by the leaders of the ACES, FCS, and Green Thumbs clubs.
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Awards for Clubs The club structure is an important educational component of 4-H programming. To recognize the work and dedication of our clubs, Genesee County 4-H offers the following recognition opportunities. Club Charter: This is given one time only, for each club. Application form for charter is in the club secretary’s book. To be chartered, a club must have a leader, five or more members, elect officers, and adopt a plan of club activities for the year. Club Activity Award: The criteria for this award is that 50% of a club’s members participate in Public Presentation Day and that they complete at least 4 of the following: -Special parents meeting -Club project tour -Educational field trip -Community service activity -National 4-H Week observance -Community program on 4-H work -County fair participation To apply: Call the office or send an email with proof of the above information. Seals of Achievement: Each year a 4-H club can apply for a seal of achievement if six or more regular meetings are held, every member is enrolled in a project, club has put on an exhibit of its work, and 60% of their club members complete a project. Form is in the club secretary's book. Community Action Awards: Clubs are invited to submit a blue community action award form.
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Awards for Volunteers Volunteers are a vital asset to 4-H programming. Several recognition opportunities are available for our volunteers. Year Pins: Volunteers become eligible for year pins when they reach milestone years as a volunteer. Volunteers receive recognition for completion of their first year as a volunteer and recognition for every 5 year interval. If desired, a volunteer may also receive recognition during their final year as a volunteer. Volunteers will automatically receive their pins when they reach milestone years, no request is required. Outstanding 4-H Volunteer/Leader Award: Anyone may nominate a 4-H volunteer/leader for the Outstanding Volunteer award. Every 4-H volunteer is eligible for this award! To be eligible a volunteer/leader must be in good standing, go above and beyond the expected and show outstanding commitment to the program. To nominate a volunteer for the Outstanding Volunteer award: Please write 2-4 paragraphs about his/her strengths as a volunteer/leader, their commitment to 4-H programming including how they carry out the mission, vision, values and goals of 4-H Youth Development Programming. Your nomination submission will be given to the volunteer along with their award, thus your nomination may be anonymous if you wish. Please use the Outstanding Volunteer Nomination Form (Appendix III).
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Club Specific Awards Genesee County 4-H staff strives to include all available awards, however leaders have the opportunity to create and add awards as the year progresses. If you have questions about the award for you specific club please contact your club leader for more details. Note to leaders: Please contact the office when you have completed your club award selections, and your Project Area Award Selections so we can fulfill your award requests. Please see the deadline page for more information.
ACES Club Helping Hands Criteria: Recipients will be always willing to lend a hand, encouraging their fellow 4-H members, and go above and beyond what is expected as a member of the ACES 4-H Club.
Project Certificate Criteria: Must complete a project record, and be in good standings with, the ACES 4-H Club for the current 4-H year.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position, will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Beef Club (Beef Club participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
Herdsmanship Criteria: Recipients selected using 4-H Herdsmanship Score Card, the following criteria during county fair, and additional consideration given to work throughout the 4-H year. 1. Feed and water beef cattle regularly. Check on animal periodically. 2. Clean and bed stall, pen or area. 3. Have knowledge of your animals, age (birth date), breeding, weight and etc. as needed for registration or judging. 4. Groom and prepare beef cattle for judging or showing. Genesee County 4-H Awards Guide
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5. Dress in proper attire when showing beef cattle, and 4-H appropriate attire at all other times. 6. Show respect, consideration, proper attitude, and cooperation toward ALL animals, members, equipment, supplies and facilities as well as judges and spectators. 7. Fill out and properly display livestock stall cards. 8. When exercising or taking your animal in and out of the building, clean up after them. 9. Demonstrates age appropriate beef cattle skills and knowledge.
Attendance Criteria: Recipients must attend all beef club meetings. Runners up will be selected from those who miss only one meeting.
Aging Out Criteria: This award is given to Senior members who are aging out and can no longer be 4-H members. This award may also be given to 4-H Seniors who have one remaining year as a 4-H member but choose not to participate for academic reasons.
Member of the Year Criteria: This award is given to a member for exceptional commitment to the Beef Club. This member goes above and beyond club expectations, exemplifying the best qualities of a 4-H member. Club leaders will choose the recipient of this award, with input from volunteers. Please note this award is separate from County Medal awards.
Officers Criteria: Club Officers who are in good standing with the club and have fulfilled all requirements of their position will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Cloverbud Club Cloverbuds will receive all receive a first year member certificate. Use this certificate as a place for your project seals that you receive for your project records. Cloverbuds will also receive recognition at Achievement night.
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Dairy Club (Dairy Club participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
Herdsmanship Criteria: Recipients selected using 4-H Herdsmanship Score Card, the following criteria during county fair, and additional consideration given to work throughout the 4-H year. 1. Feed and water dairy cattle regularly. Check on animal periodically. 2. Clean and bed stall, pen or area. 3. Have knowledge of your animals, age (birth date), breeding, weight and etc. as needed for registration or judging. 4. Groom and prepare dairy cattle for judging or showing 5. Dress in proper attire when showing dairy cattle, and 4-H appropriate attire at all other times. 6. Show respect, consideration, proper attitude, and cooperation toward ALL animals, members, equipment, supplies and facilities as well as judges and spectators. 7. Fill out and properly display livestock stall cards. 8. When exercising or taking your animal in and out of the building, clean up after them. 9. Demonstrate age appropriate dairy cattle skills and knowledge.
Outstanding 4-H Dairy Member Criteria: This award is given to a member for exceptional commitment to the Dairy Club. This member goes above and beyond club expectations, exemplifying the best qualities of a 4-H member. Club leaders will choose the recipient of this award, with input from volunteers. Please note this award is separate from County Medal awards.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Certificate of Completion Criteria: Must complete, and be in good standings with the Dairy club for the current 4-H year.
Project Certificate Criteria: Must complete a project record, and be in good standings with the Dairy Club for the current 4-H year.
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Family and Consumer Science Club (FCS Club participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
4-H Human Ecology Award Criteria: This award has been created to honor Jennie Starowitz. The recipient must have completed at least two 4-H projects in the subject area of Human Ecology (Clothing and Textiles, Food and Nutrition, Home Arts, Health and Science, or Child Development), demonstrated at Public Presentations, and entered their projects at the Genesee County Fair. Please Note: The application for this award can be acquired by contacting the 4-H office. More details to come.
Helping Hands Criteria: Recipients will be always willing to lend a hand, encouraging their fellow 4-H members, and go above and beyond what is expected as a member of the FCS 4-H Club.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position, will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Green Thumbs Club Helping Hands Criteria: Recipients will be always willing to lend a hand, encouraging their fellow 4-H members, and go above and beyond what is expected as a member of the Green Thumbs 4-H Club.
Project Certificate Criteria: Must complete a project record, and be in good standings with the Green Thumbs 4-H Club for the current 4-H year.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Green Thumbs Award Criteria: For a member who has perfect attendance at meetings, does a public presentation, helps with a community service project, and may have done some extracurricular gardening projects.
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Goat Club (Goat Club participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
Herdsmanship Criteria: Recipients selected using 4-H Herdsmanship Score Card, the following criteria during county fair, and additional consideration given to work throughout the 4-H year. 1. Feed and water goats regularly. Check on animal periodically. 2. Clean and bed stall, pen or area. 3. Have knowledge of your animals, age (birth date), breeding, weight and etc. as needed for registration or judging. 4. Groom and prepare goat for judging or showing 5. Dress in proper attire when showing goat, and 4-H appropriate attire at all other times. 6. Show respect, consideration, proper attitude, and cooperation toward ALL animals, members, equipment, supplies and facilities as well as judges and spectators. 7. Fill out and properly display livestock stall cards. 8. When exercising or taking your animal in and out of the building, clean up after them. 9. Demonstrate age appropriate goat skills and knowledge.
Awards Based On Fair Performance Best Doe in Show, Champion Meat Breeding Doe, Champion Project Goat
Spirit of 4-H Award Criteria: Club members to vote on who best exemplifies the “Spirit of 4-H.”
Helping Hands Criteria: Recipients will be always willing to lend a hand, encouraging their fellow 4-H members, and go above and beyond what is expected as a member of the Goat Club.
Best Project Record Criteria: Must complete an outstanding project record, and be in good standings with the Goat Club for the current 4-H year.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Five-STAR Awards Criteria: Must complete one of the five Five-STAR test levels. Each level of testing challenges goat knowledge with increasing difficulty and specificity. You may complete more than 1 STAR level per year except 4th and 5th STAR. Awards vary by level completed.
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Horse Program (Horse Program participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
Herdsmanship Criteria: Recipients selected using the following criteria during county fair, and additional consideration given to work throughout the 4-H year. 1. Feed and water horses regularly. Check on animal periodically. 2. Clean and bed stall, pen or area. 3. Have knowledge of your animals, age (birth date), breeding, weight and etc. as needed for registration or judging. 4. Groom and prepare horse for judging or showing 5. Dress in proper attire when showing horse, and 4-H appropriate attire at all other times. 6. Show respect, consideration, proper attitude, and cooperation toward ALL animals, members, equipment, supplies and facilities as well as judges and spectators. 7. Fill out and properly display livestock stall cards. 8. When exercising or taking your animal in and out of the building, clean up after them. 9. Demonstrates age appropriate horse skills and knowledge.
Bridle and Saddle Scholarship Criteria: The applicant must be a 4-H horse member who is in their senior year of high school who will be graduating and going on to college or a member who is already in college. Activity and interest in the horse industry will play a larger role than academic standings in the selection of the recipient. A selection committee will review all applications received. The committee will either select the recipient based on their initial review or schedule personal interviews to learn more about the candidates. Please Note: The application for this award can be acquired by contacting the 4-H office.
Spirit Award Criteria: Will be selected based on a vote during the county fair, and final reviews and selections will be made by the horse advisory committee.
Helping Hands Criteria: Recipients will be always willing to lend a hand, encouraging their fellow 4-H members, and go above and beyond what is expected as a member of the 4-H Equine Program.
Trophy Sponsorship Award Criteria: This award is to be given to the 4-H member who went above and beyond the minimum of two required sponsors, and brought in the most trophy sponsor money.
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Overall Achievement Award Criteria: Based on the points system, this award is given to the 4-H members who have gone above and beyond in the 4-H year for their division.
Horse Bowl, Hippology, Horse Judging, and Horse Communications Recognition Criteria: Members who participate in these events will receive recognition and certificates for each of the upper levels (regional, state, etc.) they participate in.
Five-STAR Awards Criteria: Must complete one of the five Five-STAR test levels. Each level of testing challenges horse knowledge with increasing difficulty and specificity. You may complete more than 1 STAR level per year except 4th and 5th STAR. Awards vary by level completed.
NYS Fair Participation Certificate Criteria: Must qualify for, and compete at, the 4-H Equine show at the NYS fair.
Awards Based on Fair Performance Western Trail Challenge, Barrel Challenge, Master Showmanship, High Point
Project Record Award Criteria: Must complete a project record, and be in good standings with, the 4-H Equine Program for the current 4-H year.
Sheep Club (Sheep Club participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
Herdsmanship Criteria: Recipients selected using 4-H Herdsmanship Score Card, the following criteria during county fair, and additional consideration given to work throughout the 4-H year. 1. Feed and water sheep regularly. Check on animal periodically. 2. Clean and bed stall, pen or area. 3. Have knowledge of your animals, age (birth date), breeding, weight and etc. as needed for registration or judging. 4. Groom and prepare sheep for judging or showing 5. Dress in proper attire when showing sheep, and 4-H appropriate attire at all times. 6. Show respect, consideration, proper attitude, and cooperation toward ALL animals, members, equipment, supplies and facilities as well as judges and spectators. 7. Fill out and properly display livestock stall cards. 8. When taking your animal in and out of the building, clean up after them. 9. Demonstrates age appropriate sheep skills and knowledge. Genesee County 4-H Awards Guide
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Aged Out Criteria: This award is given to Senior members who are aging out and can no longer be 4-H members.
MVM- Most Valuable Member Criteria: This award is given to a member for exceptional commitment to the Sheep Club. This member goes above and beyond club expectations and exemplifying the best qualities of a 4-H member. Club leaders will choose the recipient of this award, with input from volunteers. Please note this award is separate from County Medal awards.
Spirit Award Criteria: Award given to an individual that shows the most spirit, exemplifying the qualities of a true 4-Her.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position, will receive certificates for their service to the club.
Project Certificate Criteria: Must complete a project record, and be in good standings with, the Sheep Club for the current 4-H year.
Five-Star Awards Criteria: Must complete one of the five Five-Star levels. Awards vary by level completed.
Swine Club (Swine Club participates in all Project Level and County Level Awards)
Herdsmanship Criteria: Recipients selected using 4-H Herdsmanship Score Card, the following criteria during county fair, and additional consideration given to work throughout the 4-H year. 1. Feed and water swine regularly. Check on animal periodically. 2. Clean and bed stall, pen or area. 3. Have knowledge of your animals, age (birth date), breeding, weight and etc. as needed for registration or judging. 4. Groom and prepare swine for judging or showing 5. Dress in proper attire when showing swine, and 4-H appropriate attire at all times. 6. Show respect, consideration, proper attitude, and cooperation toward ALL animals, members, equipment, supplies and facilities as well as judges and spectators. 7. Fill out and properly display livestock stall cards. 8. When taking your animal in and out of the building, clean up after them. 9. Demonstrates age appropriate swine skills and knowledge. Genesee County 4-H Awards Guide
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Perfect Attendance Criteria: Recipients must attend all Swine Club meetings, functions, clean ups, as well as Achievement Night.
Ron Komar Memorial Award Criteria: Members will be eligible to apply for this award after 2 years of active participation in the 4-H Swine Club program. The purpose of the award is to recognize the Genesee County 4-H Swine Club member that most exemplifies the 4-H spirit, living the 4-H mottos of “To Learn By Doing” and “To Make The Best Better.” Please Note: The application for this award can be acquired by contacting the 4-H office.
Officers Criteria: Those officers in good standings with the club, who have fulfilled all requirements of their position, will receive certificates for their service to the club.
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Appendix I Nominations for Achievement, Leadership, and Citizenship County Medals Note for Leaders: County Medals are high merit awards. Please be critical when choosing individuals for these awards. They are to be awarded for outstanding performance and commitment. Consult with other project area leaders and volunteers when considering these awards and keep in mind the following criteria. Achievement: Member who: a. Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the subject matter with a degree of depth and experiences during the past few years b. Applies the gained knowledge toward improving their club, family, and community c. Displays a level of responsibility beyond their years as observed in the club, family, and community involvement d. Their attitudes and actions demonstrate a desire for excellence and social wellbeing Leadership: Member who: a. Displays a number of decision-making positions and leadership roles that they have participated in (i.e. offices held, active committee roles, junior leadership within the club, classes and projects led) b. Is a self-starter and have the ability to motivate others into action c. Actively participates in program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of programs d. Is involved in recruitment of new members and leaders in the club and on the count level e. Has the ability to speak effectively Citizenship Member who: a. b. c. d. e. f.
Is cooperative and works well with others Respects the rights of others and their property Is self-directed Displays skill in relating well to others Demonstrates follow through by various community contributions Presents skills that complement their actions and concerns for others
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Appendix II County Medal Request Form Name:________________________________________ Project Area:___________________ Years in Project Area:_____________ Project Record Submitted: Yes No
What two life skills has participation in this project area further developed? How?
What activities did you participate in outside of Genesee County 4-H sponsored events in this project area?
What accomplishments are you most proud of for this project area?
What would you like to improve on in this project area?
Two References including phone numbers/ email addresses:
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Appendix III Outstanding 4-H Volunteer/Leader Nomination: Anyone may nominate a 4-H volunteer/leader for the Outstanding Volunteer award. Every 4-H volunteer is eligible for this award! To be eligible a volunteer/leader must be in good standing, go above and beyond the expected and show outstanding commitment to the program. To nominate a volunteer for the Outstanding Volunteer award: Please write 2-4 paragraphs about his/her strengths as a volunteer/leader, their commitment to 4-H programming including how they carry out the mission, vision, values and goals of 4-H Youth Development Programming. Your nomination submission will be given to the volunteer along with their award, thus your nomination may be anonymous if you wish. I (optional)____________________________ wish to nominate __________________________________________ as an Outstanding Volunteer for the following reasons: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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