January
The Sonoma County 4-H calendar is now a viewable document on google. (*editable for Club Leaders)
County Council Meetings are now meeting in person exclusively.
Head🍀Heart🍀Hands🍀Health
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📅 4-H Events
January 2023
3 @ 7pm: County Council Meeting (YAL)
16: Martin Luther King Day (UCCE closed)
17: 6:30 Chicken Que Cmte Mtg (YAL)
21: Fashion Revue Wrkshp 6-8pm (YAL)
26: @ 7pm Chicken Que Rep Mtg (YAL)
28: Livestock Judging Contest
February 2023
7 @ 7pm: County Council Meeting (YAL)
4: County 4-H Presentation Day
13: Lincoln’s Birthday (UCCE closed)
21: @ 6:30 Chicken Que Cmte Mtg (YAL)
20: Presidents’ Day (UCCE closed)
23: @ 7pm Chicken Que Club Rep Mtg (YAL)
TBD: Feed Clinic 6pm @ YAL
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Changes Ahead for Enrollment System |
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The University of California 4-H Youth Development program is increasing the focus of online system security, reducing our risk of security breaches and cyber-attacks. Our new UC ANR Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) has updated UC ANR’s security standards, resulting in the need to identify a new 4-H enrollment system vendor that meets these updated requirements. We are pleased to announce we have successfully identified a vendor solution that meets our current security standards.
As such, this program year (2022-2023) will be the last year we will be using Registration Max’s 4-H Online enrollment system.
Going forward into the 2023-2024 program year, we will be using ZSuite as our new enrollment system vendor.
To complete this exciting transition, family login level access to the 4-H Online 2.0 system will be turned off on June 23rd at 12pm. Families and volunteers will no longer be able to login to the enrollment system.
Families are encouraged to complete enrollments for the 2022-2023 program year prior to June 23rd. Families are also encouraged to delay re-enrollment for the 2023-2024 program year until the new system is open and they can complete the online self-enrollment process on or after August 15, 2023. If enrollment or re-enrollment is necessary during the interim period the system is offline, your county staff will work with you to complete the enrollment process.
Please note all dates listed are subject to change based on RegistrationMax, ZSuite and UC ANR 4-H needs. Any changes will be broadly communicated by the State 4-H Office.
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🍀 4-H Council: President's Message
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Well, it's still wet out there...I'm sure it's a good thing somehow, but I have to admit, I'm ready for summer already!
We had a great time at the YAL center for the All Star Blanket-making community service activity, thank you to everyone who came out to participate!
We are so looking forward to Presentation Day, Livestock Judging and Fashion Revue, and I hope each participant is gearing up for these awesome events! I also want to thank all of the volunteers who are making these events continue, because our youth wouldn't have these opportunities without YOU!
Thank you to each club for sending representatives to the monthly CCC meetings. It has been wonderful to see faces and smiles come together to share information, and it helps us all foster that sense of connectedness we need to keep moving forward with the 4-H program. As most of you probably know, 4-H can be delivered in a few different modes, and our Community Club delivery mode is the backbone of the program. We have seen participation decline over the last several years, and it is my goal to see numbers rise again moving forward; please reach out if you have ideas on how we can bolster our enrollment. I can't say enough positive things about the benefits of the program, and share the info with anyone who will listen...animal projects, cooking projects, public speaking, community service, science, the list (as you all know!) goes on and on...how can we showcase these amazing opportunities with the general public? One way: CHICKEN QUE!
Start planning your club's Chicken Que Booth NOW! Show the public ALL the things your club does to engage our youth members and support the development of tomorrow's leaders today! I am so excited to go back to the grand event that Chicken Que is and can't wait to see what each club comes up with to engage the public and show off our program!! We are more than individual clubs, folks, we are a community within a community and we have room for more! So I am really looking forward to working together to deliver our club to more and more youth every day.
In closing this month, I leave you with a gentle reminder that Executive Board offices opening up for the 2023-2024 program year are President and Treasurer...are YOU interested? Please feel free to speak with anyone on Council about what it takes to participate in these roles at the county level, we are always happy to share! Nominations will happen in April (which is around the corner, really) and elections will happen in May.
And with that, I bid you a fond adieu until next month...unless I see you before then! Thank you for all you do for our program!
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Hello 4Hers this is your All Stars,
We hope everybody is working on their presentations for presentation day and working hard on your fashion review projects. We can’t wait to see them all! Thank you to everyone who came out to Blanket Making Night at the YAL! More blankets for a great cause.
Your 4-H All-Stars!
Tammy Kelley & Alex Justus
sc4hallstars@gmail.com
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Teen Events Returning in 2023!
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The teen event will return this year! We are forming a committee of volunteers to transform the YAL Center into a cruise ship with destinations around the world. This will be an exciting event for our Sonoma County 4-H teens to visit countries and learn about their cultures. If you would like to jump on board and join the committee please contact Dayna Justus at daynajustus@att.net
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📍 Sonoma County 4-H Events & Announcements
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North Bay Science Discovery Day |
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📢 State 4-H Events and Information
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County Ambassador Essentials |
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Virtual skill building workshop series
The State Ambassador team will be hosting a workshop series for County Ambassadors, youth leaders (13 and up), and County Ambassador Coaches.
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Upcoming workshops
Jan. 26, 2023 6:30pm-8:00pm
The Art of Facilitation
Feb. 23, 2023, 6:30pm-8:00pm
Develop Your Back Up Plan
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Join Engineering Week 2023
UC 4-H Celebrates Aspiring Engineers - 3rd annual at-home STEM activity!
Design and Build a Solar Caring
Youth may design, build, and test their solar car using the materials provided along with any other household materials.
STEPS
2. The kit will be shipped to you from KELVIN.
3. Youth design, build, and test a solar car by February 25, 2023.
4. Join us on Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 3:00 to 4:00pm to share your solar car.
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Youth Summit Facilitators
Bay/Coast: February 10-12
CYO Retreat Center, Occidental CA
The 2023 California 4-H Youth Summit is nearly here!
Applications are open for Youth Summit Facilitators, a hands on leadership opportunity for Senior 4-H'ers (14+). Facilitators are responsible for making the Youth Summit a success, and lead groups of Youth Summit attendees with a partner in small meeting discussions about conference activities, goals, and personal development. Facilitators will work as a team and assist with conference activities and educational sessions. But most importantly, Youth Summit facilitators will develop skills in leadership, group facilitation, and more!
Responsibilities
· Lead and teach your own group of Summit attendees.
· Assist with conference activities, educational sessions, and more.
· Attend a facilitator orientation on November 13th, 10AM - 12 PM.
· Attend following team meetings and be present for the Youth Summit weekend in your area.
Outcomes
· Gain new leadership and facilitation skills.
· Learn how to work with youth ages 11-13.
· Make teen 4-H friends across the State of California!
For questions or concerns, please contact the Facilitator Coordinator team.
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California 4-H is transitioning from the Star Ranking system
This year we are starting the transition to a new achievement recognition program. The Star Ranking system will transition to this new system in phases. Phase 1 is the Spark Achievement Program. This is designed for new and Junior 4-H members who haven’t started the Star Ranking system yet.
Join one of our webinars to learn more about Phase 1 and how this new program will benefit your club and members!
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For all 4-H'ers
November 9, 7:00 pm
December 13, 6:00 pm
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Club & Project Leaders
November 21, 6:00 pm
December 1, 6:00 pm
December 5, 6:00 pm
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New & Junior 4-H families
November 15, 6:00 pm
December 19, 6:00pm
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4-H Activity Tracker
Need a quick and simple way to capture your 4-H activities? Thanks to Alameda County 4-H member Harini Muthu and her Emerald Star project, there’s an app for that!
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Diamond Clover 2022 Application
The California Diamond Clover is the highest achievement for which a 4-H youth member and/or recent graduate is recognized. Applications are open to youth members who are at least 17 and adult volunteers not older than 25 years. The application is due by September 5, 2022
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SRJC Foundation Ag Trust Scholarship
for 2023 Graduating High School Seniors
The Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation Ag Trust is happy to announce the establishment of a new scholarship program for local graduating seniors that plan to enroll at Santa Rosa Junior College in Fall 2023 with a major in the field of Agriculture or Natural Resource Management. Eight scholarships will be available at $1,500 each. Applicants are also eligible to apply for the Doyle Scholarship Program through a separate application process. The total of the two awards could amount to as much as $3,500.
🎓 The application period opens October 1, 2022 and closes March 1, 2023.
🎓 More information about the eligibility is available here:
🎓 Application: ucanr.edu/sites/SoCo/files/373196.docx
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Youth Agriculture Leadership Center Scholarships
YAL Scholarship Application deadline is Friday, March 10, 2023.
Richard M. Kunde Scholarship
The Richard M. Kunde scholarship is for a high school senior who will be attending a 4-year California college majoring in viticulture. The scholarship will be up to the amount of $20,000 over 4 years depending on continued eligibility.
Saralee McClelland Kunde Scholarship
The Saralee McClelland Kunde Scholarship is for a high school senior who will be attending a community college or 4-year college in California majoring any field of agriculture. The scholarship will be up to the amount of $20,000 over 4 years depending on continued eligibility.
Dr. Fred Groverman, DVM Scholarship
Dr. Fred Groverman Scholarship - $1,000, is available to Sonoma County 4-H members who have been active in 4-H a minimum of 4 years, including his/her Junior and Senior years of high school. Dr. Groverman is looking for an individual who has experience in agriculture and leadership. Applicants must be entering or attending a college or accredited trade school and majoring in Agriculture or a form of leadership.
Beverly C. Wilson Scholarship
The $3,500 Beverly C. Wilson Scholarship honors the memory of the late Petaluma businesswoman and longtime manager of the Sonoma-Marin Fair. Applicants must be a Sonoma County high school graduate or college student attending a four-year accredited university, preferably to study business or agri-business. Eligible applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and show a well-balanced history of community service and leadership as well as a motivated work ethic.
Men’s Garden Club
The Men’s Garden Club Scholarship - Two scholarships ($1,500 each) is available to Sonoma County residents pursuing a career in agriculture or Agri-business. Applicant must be entering or attending a college or accredited trade school.
The Saralee Community Service Scholarship
The Saralee Community Service Scholarship will grant $2,500 annually to a young person 21 years or younger who has demonstrated excellence in volunteerism and leadership and who is committed to making a difference in our community.
The Dempel/Johnson Scholarship
A one $2,500 scholarship available to Sonoma County residents pursuing a non-agricultural career. Applicants must have been active in 4-H a minimum of 4 years, including his/her junior and senior years of high school. They must be entering or attending a four year university or college. Recipients of this scholarship may only receive it one time.
American AgCredit Scholarship
The American AgCredit Scholarships are intended to support future farmers and ranchers. Two scholarships ($1,500 each) are available to Sonoma County residents pursuing a career in Agriculture or Agri-Business. American AgCredit offers college scholarships to graduating high school seniors going into college, community college transfer students moving to a 4-year accredited university, and college juniors and seniors.
Youth Ag & Leadership Foundation of Sonoma County Scholarship
Available to Sonoma County 4-H members who have been active in 4-H a minimum of 4 years, including his/her Junior and Senior years of high school. Applicant must be entering or attending a college or accredited trade school.
Youth Ag & Leadership Foundation Directors Scholarship
Available to Sonoma County 4-H or FFA youth. Applicants must be high school seniors and entering or attending a college or accredited trade school. Recipients will be selected based on their ongoing commitment to leadership in their field(s) of interest. Award recognition will be presented to the recipient at the Youth Ag & Leadership Foundation Annual BBQ Fundraiser on Saturday, August 26, 2023.
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Travis Credit Union Community Impact Scholarship
Travis Credit Union has released a scholarship opportunity. Travis Credit Union has supported State Leadership Conference for several years as sponsor and by delivering Financial Literacy workshops. We look forward to a continued partnership for SLC 2023.
Travis Credit Union is awarding $2,000 scholarships to 20 current high school seniors bound for college in the fall of 2023! Apply in person, by mail or online by February 20, 2023. For more information go to traviscu.org/scholarships
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