Building on Your 4 -H Knowledge Linda Schultz

Building on Your 4 -H Knowledge Linda Schultz 4 -H Youth Development Specialist schultzl@nmsu. edu

E-Learning Course o Created by a collaborative effort of the thirteen western states o Four interactive, self-paced online training modules, complete with review: About 4 -H Positive Youth Development Getting Started in 4 -H Leadership and Teaching o For whom: potential volunteers; new, current and reentering 4 -H volunteers; others who want to learn more about 4 -H.

E-Learning Course o Why online: available anytime, anywhere; timely information updates; easy to access and use; instant feedback; can return to review information. o Key benefits: ability to reach more learners; more consistent, quality instruction; selfpaced interactive learning; increased knowledge retention; cost-effective way to train; reduces staff delivery time; ready to use.

E-Learning Course o Located on New Mexico 4 -H web site o Click on “Adult Volunteer Leaders” tab on left of 4 -H home page. o Complete online application to receive password.

Reviews & County Notification o Complete each module; score of module review is not viewed by anyone except the person completing the review. Certificate for each module can be printed after completion. o County Office is notified when modules have been completed. If county office needs volunteer contact information they can notify Linda Schultz.

Web Resources o http: //nm 4 h. nmsu. edu o Home Page provides Timely Topics o Left side headings include: n n n n 4 -H Newsletters Scholarships Adult Volunteer Leaders State Youth Leadership Projects Conferences & Events 4 -H Policies & Procedures Forms & Publications

Adult Volunteer Leaders “tab” o o o o E-Learning Modules Adult Leader Publications 4 -H Adult Forum WRLF 4 -H Leaders’ Association Executive Board 4 -H Adult Forum Proceedings Salute to Excellence Awards

Printed Resources o 4 -H Projects & Literature Handbook* (200. B-3) o Curriculum Kits & AV Materials* (500. A-1) o New Mexico 4 -H Club Leaders’ Handbook* (200. A-1) o Member and Leader Project materials * Also available from the website

Welcome to 4 -H Adult Forum

State Trainings for Adults v Shooting Sports Leader Certification - February v Home Ec School – March v Dog School - June v Livestock Schools –June (even yrs) v Horse School - June (odd years) v 4 -H Adult Forum - November

NM 4 -H Adult Forum Registration Scholarships o Sponsored by the New Mexico 4 -H Youth Development Foundation o At the early bird registration rate o Must submit completed registration form with payment in addition to the scholarship application form (1 page) o Receive check from Foundation after attending the 4 -H Adult Forum

State Leadership Opportunities o Apply to be a representative from your 4 -H District (NE, SE, NW & SW) to the 4 -H Leaders’ Association Executive Board (3 year terms) o Officer opportunities on the Executive Board o Serve on the 4 -H Adult Forum planning committee – 1 year term

State & National 4 -H Recognition for Adults o Salute to Excellence Awards n State & National levels: o 4 -H Volunteer of the Year Award – less than 10 years of service o Outstanding Lifetime 4 -H Volunteer Award – more than 10 years of service o Nomination letter, resume & 3 letters of recommendation are required to nominate a 4 -H leader.

o New Mexico 4 -H Hall of Fame n Recognizes individuals who have had a significant impact upon the New Mexico 4 -H Youth Development n Nomination is required and can be submitted by any person or group. n Current 4 -H faculty and staff are not eligible for nomination.

Outstanding 4 -H Agent Award o The Outstanding 4 -H Agent Award is designed to reward Extension Agents for their exceptional efforts in communicating with 4 -H clubs and groups, conducting county events, engaging volunteer 4 -H leaders and providing educational opportunities for youth over their career. o To be eligible for nomination an agent must have served at least 3 years in a professional position with 4 -H responsibilities.

Western Regional 4 -H Leaders’ Forums (WRLF) o Hosted by a different state each year & involving leaders from throughout the 13 western states o Workshops, speakers, educational displays & activities, networking & fun o Upcoming Locations: n n 2014 2015 2016 2017 Montana (March 27 -30) Oregon Alaska Alberta, Canada

2014 WRLF Hosted in Billings, MT March 27 -30, 2014 Theme: Past – Present – Possibilities Workshops, National Speakers, Local Entertainment, Networking & More! o Registration: o o n n n Nov. 1 – Dec. 31, 2013 $255 Jan. 1 – Feb. 15, 2014 $305 Feb. 16 - Feb 28, 2014 $355

4 -H International Program Chaperone o Each summer adult chaperones travel with groups of 4 -H youth to countries on the States’ 4 -H International Exchange Program (S 4 -HIEP) o 2 week or 4 weeks in length o Serve as the Group Leader and support the exchange delegates while traveling abroad.

4 -H International Program Host Family o Open your home to an exchange delegate and open your lives to the world! o Through States’ 4 -H International, families have an opportunity to experience Argentina or Finland in July/August by hosting an exchange delegate for four weeks. o Hosting an adult chaperone is option too!

Questions? ? ? Thank you for volunteering your knowledge, skills and time with the New Mexico 4 -H Youth Development Program – you DO make a positive difference!