March 2021 4-H Newsletter
COVID-19 UPDATE
Due to public health concerns, the Marais des Cygnes Extension District offices are open but are limited to the number of people allowed in the offices at a given time to maintain social distancing.

  • You can also access the Marais des Cygnes Extension District via our Facebook page or our website.

  • Follow these guidelines in person club meetings and all 4-H events/activities:
  • No participant should be asked to participate in any manner that makes them feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Please remember that even if you feel safe, we have 4-H’ers who have conditions that could put them at higher risk or have family members that they are in contact with that could be at higher risk. We need to provide a safe environment for everyone.
  • Virtual meetings will still need to be the first option. If not, try to offer a virtual option for those who don't feel comfortable with a group meeting.
  • You must clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that are frequently touched.
  • Maintain a 6-foot distance with others. Space seating at least 6-feet apart.
  • Masks must be worn at all K-State Research & Extension events which include all 4-H activities and meetings (follow local mandates).
  • Reminder: if your club is planning on any new events outside of a club meeting. Please contact Karla or Abbie two to three weeks prior to get permission.
  • Provide access to hand-washing stations with soap or hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol. Check with CDC for recalls on hand sanitizer.
  • Limit the amount of time that participants are close to one another and leaders.
  • Discourage hugs, handshakes, etc.

Questions or concerns? Please contact Karla (khightow@ksu.edu) or Abbie (abbie2@ksu.edu).
Dates to Remember
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Mar 1 - LNCO Ambassador applications due
Mar 1 - Resume/Cover Letter Workshop reg. due
Mar 4 - LNCO Cloverbud Meeting
Mar 8 - MICO Junior Leaders Meeting
Mar 8 - MICO 4-H Council Meeting
Mar 21 - LNCO Junior Leaders Meeting
Mar 24 - LNCO 4-H Council
Mar 30 - Club Leader Training
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4-H Council Dates
Linn County 4-H Council's next meeting is March 24, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.


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ο»ΏMiami County 4-H Council's next meeting is March 8, 2021 at 8:00 p.m at the Fairgrounds.
Happening This Month
We are talking about the wildlife project!
Cloverbud meetings will now be offered in both Linn & Miami County locations. Both meetings will cover the same topics, so there is no need to attend both and you may attend a meeting in either county.

LNCO Cloverbud Meeting is March 4, 5:30 p.m. at the Linn County 4-H Building.
Follow the event here.

MICO Cloverbud Meeting is March 11, 5:30 p.m. at the Paola Extension Office.
Follow the event here.

We will be social distancing and REQUIRING all participants and parents to wear a mask. Follow the event pages to learn more and ask questions, all are welcome!
Resume/Cover Letter Workshop
Join in on a hands-on workshop to learn and develop a great life skill that will last way past 4-H. This two-session workshop will be held via Zoom.
Registration closes March 1!
Click here to view the workshop flyer!
Click here to register!
LNCO Ambassadors
Linn County 4-H is looking for excited and eager individuals from eighth grade to 18 years of age to help promote 4-H.

Applications due March 1!

Click here for more information and contact Allison (allison16@ksu.edu) if you have any questions.
KS 4-H & Vanier Scholarships
Click here to view the newly updated webpage with a listing of the materials and information that the applicant will need to have ready to upload or include.

All applications and letters of support must be submitted by March 1, 2021.
Livestock Weigh-Ins
Still planning on in-person weigh-ins (beef only)

Please continue to watch both the newsletter, email inbox, and both the Linn County and Miami County 4-H Facebook pages for more information and updates.

LNCO - March 12 - 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
MICO - March 12 - 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Club Leader Training
Leaders,

Be watching your inboxes for an email from Karla Hightower with information and Zoom ID.

Mark your calendars:

March 30 - 7:00 p.m.
Other News
Level Testing Dates
The written portion of the Kansas State 4-H Horse Level 1 Testing will take place on May 27 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at the Paola Extension Office. The class will begin with completing the study guide and exam.

If you are unsure if you need to complete the horse level testing, please contact the Extension Office to assist you. The riding portion will be completed at a later date.
Click the hyperlinks to view the information.
Update - Please Read
It has come to our attention that there is an additional form that needs to be submitted to Complete the Kansas 4-H Horse Level Testing. In years past the state has not asked for the leadership page, as the agent's signature on the front page was enough. But new leadership at State Office is now asking for this.

The Leadership section for Level 1 can be found here and going to page 14.

If you have not heard back on your levels it is recommended to fill out this form, scan it, and email it to abbie2@ksu.edu. Once the form is received, Abbie will sign it and send it to the state office for you. She will copy you on the email, so you know it has been sent. If you are needing the form for Level 2 or 3 you can find it on the State 4-H webpage or contact Abbie to have it forwarded to you..

Please let us know if you have any questions, we are happy to answer them.
Save the Dates
Highlight Reel
Congratulations!

To all of our members who submitted virtual Club Day entires. Good job! Be looking for results and feedback from the judges in mid-March!
More
State Events
  • Registration closes March 8
  • March 15-20, 2021

  • Applications due April 15

  • Virtual - early April

  • June 1-4

  • June 6-9, 2021
Thanks for making it to the ends of the newsletter, now pick your favorite ice cream flavor!
Chocolate
Vanilla
Strawberry
Rocky Road
Butter Pecan
Mint Chocolate Chip
A way fancier flavor that deserves all the credit for being delicious.
Click here to get the previous Miami County 4-H Foundation Newsletters.

Abby Hardwick, Cathy Clayton, and Courtney Lanham were elected to three-year terms at the board meeting. All officers were re-elected to another term.

Big things are happening this month, be watching the Miami County 4-H Foundation and 4-H Facebook pages for more updates.

Mark your calendars now for March 31 for the Scholarship Recognition Program. More details to follow.
Have a great month of March!
K-State Research and Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact Allison Wakefield two weeks prior to the start of the event at 913-294-4306 or allison16@ksu.edu.  Requests received after this date will be honored when it is feasible to do so. 
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