Area Awards & Opportunities
ATTENTION: 9th-12th grade 4-H Members
Re: State Recognition Opportunities
Exciting opportunities are available for 4-H members through area selection of nominees for:
National 4-H Conference – a forum to discuss issues of concern to youth and for 4‑H'ers from each state to share future 4-H program needs at the national level.
Information on National Conference
National Conference Application
National 4-H Congress – an educational event for youth to learn about 4-H programs nationwide and be exposed to new cultural experiences.
National Congress Information
National Congress Application
State 4-H Council -- ambassadors for the state 4-H program by providing input on 4‑H program issues, planning and executing state events, and practicing leadership, citizenship, and communication skills.
State Council Information
State Council Application
Iowa Youth Technology Team -- teens from around the state will work together to expand technology usage at 4-H events and activities.
Technology Team Information
Tech Team Application
State Project Awards -- recognition for youth who have excelled in projects by participating, learning, leading, and evaluating 4-H experiences.
State Project Award Information
State Project Awards Application
Organizing Your Applications
Interview Tips
Go to the Iowa State 4-H Recognition site to see video clips from past participants and learn more about each of these opportunities: www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/teens/awards.htm.
The state selection process for the above opportunities will involve:
· completing an application form,
· answering application questions and gathering and putting together up to two additional pages of written support material, and
· an interview at the state level on March 24, 2012.
You will gain experience in interviewing and organizing a portfolio folder which will help you give thoughtful answers to application questions and prepare you for college and job searches.
There are grade requirements for each opportunity. This results in the youth still being actively involved as a 4-H member when they attend the recognition event. All information contained in this packet is also available on our website at www.extension.iastate.edu/vanburen/kidsandteens.
Application and support material for each opportunity are to be received at the State 4-H Office or postmarked no later than February 1, 2012.
Please call me with questions at 319-293-3039 and I will be more than happy to help you with the application process or getting started.
11/28/2011