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4H Newsletters
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
Check your latest 4-H news and updates in our monthly newsletters. You will find the latest news for May and all important upcoming dates.

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2008 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference
(Posted on 4/25/2008)
“Ignite the Flame” is the theme for the 2008 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference, Animal Science ROUNDUP, and CSI: Crops. It is anticipated that over 1,000 youth will attend the conference to be held June 24-26.

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2008 Johnson County Fair Book
(Posted on 4/11/2008)
The 2008 Johnson County Fair Book is now available. Find the fair book in its entirety as well as separate links for individual categories for easy print. This year's theme is "Ignite the Flame".

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Food Safety Quality Assurance (FSQA)
(Posted on 4/9/2008)
All 4-H & FFA exhibitors showing in Beef, Dairy Cattle, Dairy Goats, Meat Goats, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep, and Swine must be FSQA certified in order to show at the Johnson County Fair.

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Pathway to the Future
(Posted on 4/8/2008)
Order an engraved brick and see it displayed in the 4-H Pathway to the Future located in front of Montgomery Hall on the Johnson County Fairgrounds.

News from Iowa State University Extension

4-H Youth Take Challenge to 'Green' Environment
(Posted on 5/6/2008)
National 4-H Conference Iowa delegatesFour youth and two adult delegates return from the National 4-H Youth Conference inspired by their experiences and eager to share them with others and use them to enhance the Iowa 4-H program.
2008 ISU Students of Distinction link their excellence to 4-H experiences
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
Two 4-H alumni are the recipients of the 2008 Iowa State University Students of Distinction awards and acknowledge their 4-H backgrounds as instrumental in developing the skills that have helped them succeed.
4-H Horse Jamboree Winners Announced
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
Almost 300 Iowa 4-H'ers competed in the 10th annual 4-H Youth Horse Jamboree April 12-13 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.
4-H’ers Say Clubs Build Communication, Citizenship, Leadership Skills
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
4-HTo find out how 4-H clubs improve youths’ communication, citizenship and leadership skills, ISU Extension surveyed 466 randomly selected 4-H club members.
Apply Now for New 4-H Equine Science Scholarship to Ellsworth Community College
(Posted on 4/29/2008)
Current and former 4-H’ers are eligible for a new $750 Iowa 4-H Foundation scholarship. Application deadline is May 16.
2008 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference to “Ignite the Flame” in Youth
(Posted on 4/23/2008)
Iowa 4-H Youth Conference planners work to draw and inspire youth across Iowa during the annual event slated June 24-26 this year.
ISU Extension Book Receives Arbor Day Foundation Award
(Posted on 4/21/2008)
“The Forest Where Ashley Lives,” a children’s book published by Iowa State University Extension, has received an Education Award from this nonprofit education and conservation organization.
Iowa 4-H Center offers numerous opportunities for teen campers
(Posted on 4/16/2008)
Iowa 4-H Center markets to teenagers by offering various opportunities for high school aged campers.
ISU Extension Audio: Interviews for the Week of April 14
(Posted on 4/16/2008)
Listen to an interview with a NASA specialist about living your dreams, as well as interviews about farmers’ corn planting intentions, the Clay County Fair, options for gardeners and more.

Events


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Staff

Lori Swartzendruber-School Based Mentoring Program Coordinator
Phone: (319) 337-2145
Fax: (319) 337-7864
Email: lswartz@iastate.edu

Sara Barron-Big Brothers Big Sisters Match Support Specialist
Phone: 319-337-2145
Fax: 319-337-7864
Email: barron@iastate.edu

Scott Hansen-Big Brothers Big Sisters Executive Director
Phone: (319) 337-2145
Fax: (319) 337-7864
Email: smhansen@iastate.edu

Cheryl Whitney-Big Brothers Big Sisters Match Support Specialist
Phone: 319-337-2145
Fax: 319-337-7864
Email: cwhit@iastate.edu

Dianna Colgan-4-H County Youth Coordinator
Phone: (319) 337-2145
Fax: (319) 337-7864
Email: dmish@iastate.edu

Janet Martin-Youth Field Specialist
Phone: (319) 377-9839
Fax: (319) 377-0475
Email: jmmartin@iastate.edu

Lisa Yoder-Nutrition Educator
Phone: 319-337-2145
Fax: 319-337-7864
Email: lmyoder@iastate.edu

Stacy McMath-4-H Program Assistant
Phone: 319-337-2145
Fax: 319-337-7864
Email: smcmath@iastate.edu

Julie Phanthavong-Big Brothers Big Sisters Enrollment Specialist
Phone: (319) 337-2145
Fax: (319) 337-7864
Email: jphan@iastate.edu

Chanel Meredith-Big Brothers Big Sisters Match Support Specialist
Phone: (319) 337-2145
Fax: (319) 337-7864
Email: chanel@iastate.edu

Jill Kromminga-Big Brothers Big Sisters Program Director
Phone: 319-337-2145
Fax: 319-337-7864
Email: jkrommi@iastate.edu

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