Washington Winners Meeting Minutes
Meeting Minutes - 04-01-12
On April 1, 2012 the Washington Winners hosted their monthly meeting at Washington Lutheran Church in Duncombe, Iowa. Twenty-two members, two guests and three leaders were present. The meeting was called to order by President Devin Summers. Roll call was “Name Your Favorite Animal” by Devin Summers. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Nick Corey. Secretary’s report was given by Devin Summers and was followed by leader Jody Harris with the treasurer’s report. Evan Anderson, Leslie Housken, Olivia Mitchell, and Tommy Lennon attended the Omaha Zoo Trip. May 15th is the deadline for ID sheets. June is Junior Camp, State Conference and the Intermediate Trip. Officer materials were handed back. We also were given the “1970s” for our booth era. The 4-H pledge was given by Zane Geis. Dillon Sytsma did a presentation on “Dog Behavior and Safety”. Eliza Geis did her presentation on “Frozen Fruit Smoothies”. A fruit dip presentation was given my Hannah Rees. Justin Koester, Collin Harris, and Daren Rees arrived from the archery competition with a summary. We then split into groups. Half went with leader Sharon Mitchell to help do spring cleaning at the park and the other half did some record keeping with leader Jody Harris. We came in for a switch and treats were provided by Dillon Systma, Collin and Lauren Harris, and Samantha and Alex Dischler. We then ended the meeting with a little friendly competition of kickball. Reporter Samantha Dischler
Meeting Minutes - 03/04/12
Twenty-Four members, three leaders, and five guests were present at the March 4th Washington Winners 4-H club meeting at Washington Lutheran Church in Duncombe, Iowa. The meeting was called to order by Nolan Mitchell. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Tommy Lennon. Daven Rees took roll call with the theme of “Name Your Favorite Book” and then followed Roll Call which was followed with the Secretary’s Report also given by Daven Rees. Treasurer’s Report was given by Collin Harris. Samantha Dischler gave a report on the Almost Home activity and we made a contribution of $2.50 per member for 4-Hers for 4-H. New Business was to discuss fair goals, organize a booth committee, discuss possible fair activities for our club or individuals, and donate items to the Youth Shelter in Fort Dodge. The 4-H Pledge was led by Kyle Baird. Presentations were given by Lauren Mitchell, “Taste the Rainbow”, Devin Summers, “Colonial Peanut Butter Fudge Squares”, and Miles Propst, “Deer Mounting”. Hosts were Olivia and Nolan Mitchell and Leslie and Cristine Housken. Reporter Samantha Dischler
Meeting Minutes - 02/05/12
The Washington Winners 4-H Club met in Duncombe, IA on February 5th at Washington Lutheran Church. The meeting was called to order by President Devin Summers. Roll Call was “Name your favorite Sports Team” and was led by Daven Rees. Twenty-four members, three leaders, and one guest were present. Secretary’s Report was given by Daven Rees and followed by Collin Harris with the Treasurer’s Report. Old business included the topics of health and enrollment forms needed. Three members attended the ISU Women’s Basketball Game and eleven members attended County Interviews. New Business was making Valentines for Southfield Wellness Center and volunteering at Almost Home on February 11. The 4-H Pledge was led my Miles Propst. Presentations were: Olivia Mitchell, “Cupcake Decorating”, Madison Anderson, “Candy Spoon Treats”, Daven Rees, “Monkey Bread”, and Jody Harris, “organizing your 4-H Life”. Recreation was a Name Game which was led by Sharon Mitchell. Hosts for this meeting were Hannah and Daven Rees and Miles and Amanda Propst. We had a pizza party courtesy of Linda for having the highest percentage of our club register online. Reporter Samantha Dischler
Meeting Minutes - 12/04/11
The Washington Winners 4-H club met on Sunday, December 4th at Washington Lutheran Church in Duncombe, Iowa. Twenty-one members were present, along with six guests and three leaders. Roll call was “Name a Christmas Carol” and was lead by Daven Rees. Meeting was called to order by President Devin Summers. The 4- H pledge was led by Collin Harris. We discussed writing Thank You notes 4-H progress, Enrollments, and Filled out officer materials. Presentations were given by Joe Lennon -Basketball and Nolan Mitchell- Christmas Cards. The host for this meeting was Amanda Prost. Secretary’s report was given by Daven Rees. Collin Harris read the Treasurer‘s report. We appointed people for the giving tree committee which included: Ashley Nieland, Samantha Dischler, and Lauren Harris. New business consisted of: Interviews in January, a Christmas Party, and Sledding at Kennedy Park. Next Meeting will be held on January 8th, 2012. -Reporter Samantha Dischler
Meeting Minutes - 11/06/11
The Washington Winners held their potluck award night on Sunday, November 6, 2011 at 6:00 pm at the Duncombe Community Center. After a potluck meal the awards were given for perfect attendance, long time membership, and special club awards. The Historian's Report was read by Leslie Housken, Tommy Lennon and Olivia Mitchell. Record books were returned to members and premiums checks were distributed. Officers for the upcoming year were installed by county council member Joe Lennon. New officers include President-Devin Summers, Vice President- Nolan Mitchell, Secretary- Daven Rees, Treasurer- Collin Harris, Reporter-Samantha Dischler, Photographer- Olivia Mitchell, Historians-Lauren Harris, Ashley Nieland, Josh Gibbons, Justin Koester and Shelby Cummins, and Recreation Leaders- Austin Stewart, Leslie Housken, Alex Dischler, Leah Gibbons, and Tommy Lennon. Four new members were initiated into the club. They are Christine Housken, Nick Corey, Tim Gailey, and Ryan Fransen. Reporter: Samantha Dischler
Meeting Minutes - 10/02/11
The Washington Winners 4-H club met on Sunday, October 2, 2011 at the Washington Lutheran Church in Duncombe. Vice-President Devin Summers called the meeting to order. Secretary Ashley Nieland called roll call for “What is your favorite Halloween costume”. It was answered by 20 members and 3 new members. There were 3 leaders and 6 guests present. Collin Harris gave the treasurer’s report. The recreation committee met to discuss the following year. We made placemats for the 4-H banquet. There will be a Halloween party at Devin Summers house on October 30th from 1:00 – 4:00. Colton Hogan led the 4-H pledge. Olivia Mitchell led the Pledge of Allegiance. New officers will be installed at our November meeting. Host for the meeting was Olivia Mitchell. The next meeting will be November 6, 2011. Reporter: Josh Gibbons
Meeting Minutes - 09/11/11
The Washington Winners 4-H club met on Sunday, September 11, 2011 at the Washington Lutheran Church in Duncombe. President Samantha Dischler called the meeting to order. Secretary Ashley Nieland called roll call for “What is your favorite sport”. It was answered by 12 members. There were 2 leaders and 6 guests present. The group discussed ideas for recruiting new members. They are wrote a thank you to Kathy Messerly. We also talked about getting record books done. New officers were elected and will be installed at our November meeting. They are: President – Devin Summers, Vice President – Nolan Mitchell, Secretary – Daven Rees, Treasurer – Collin Harris, Historians – Lauren Harris, Josh Gibbons, Justin Koester, Shelby Cummins, Hannah Reed and Ashley Nieland, Reporter – Samantha Dischler, Photographer – Olivia Mitchell, Recreation committee – Austin Stewart, Leslie Housken, Leah Gibbons, Tommy Lennon and Alex Dischler. Shelby Cummins did a presentation on making a birdhouse. Host for the meeting was Eliza Geis. The next meeting will be October 2, 2011. Reporter: Josh Gibbons
