California Midwinter 2003 Fair Information
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County
Events
The ten most participated events
attended by the majority of the 20 clubs represented in the Imperial County.
Also includes a glossary of terms and definitions used by 4-H leaders, parents
and members.
Annual
Calendar of Events
Shows monthly the events
being held and which club is the sponsor of the event including a contact name
and phone number.
Community
Leaders, Officers & Club Meetings
List of all community
leaders, officers for the 4-H Leaders Council, Executive Officers, and the
Livestock Committee Officers. Gives dates of when the monthly club meetings
take place.
Officer
& Chairperson Descriptions and Duties
A brief description of
what the responsibilities are for club officers and chairpersons. Note: Offices
held are determined by size of club and volunteer activity.
General
Information: 4-H Youth Development Program
Information on the 4-H
Motto, what 4-H is all about, how the program operates, how to sign up to be a
leader or member, and the responsibilities of 4-H members.
COMMUNITY LEADERS 
|
Calipatria 4-H Debra Browder, 348-336-1558 Meets 2nd Monday
of each month |
El
Centro 4-H Lisa Pendley, 353-1707 Meets 1st Monday
of each month |
Family
4-H Linda Hamby, 344-3260 Meets 2nd Monday
of each month |
|
Holtville
4-H Lee Layton, 356-4724 Meets 2nd Monday
of each month |
Imperial
4-H Diane Harvey, 355-2761 Meets 3rd Tuesday
of each month |
Jasper
4-H Rebecca Montiel, 353-1044< Meets 1st Monday
of each month |
|
McCabe
4-H To be determined Meets 3rd Tuesday
of each month |
M&M
4-H Tuni Smith 344-1244 Meets 2nd Tuesday
of each month |
Mt.
Signal 4-H Shawna Bishop, 357-1349 Meets 3rd Monday
of each month |
|
Magnolia
4-H Co-Cindy Elmore 344-4359 6pm Lions Center Conf.
Room |
Meadows
4-H Kathy Havens, 353-0458 Meets 3rd Tuesday
of each month |
Pine
4-H Kari Freeman, 356-4824 Co-Steve Wills 353-4123 Meets 2nd Tuesday
of each month |
|
St.
Mary's 4-H Pauline Eady, 353-6865
|
Seeley
4-H Mary Valsquez, 352-7242 Meets 2nd Monday
of each month |
Southwest
Valley 4-H Tracy Raybon, 358-7330 Meets 1st Tuesday
of each month |
|
Tri-City
4-H Carol George, 344-3975 Meeting
dates to be determined |
Verde
4-H Co-Lynn Croak, 356-5922 Meets 2nd Tuesday
of each month |
Westmorland
Tina Cruz,344-8274 |
|
Star
Route 4-H Mary Ann Smith, 348-4048 |
El
Centro Equestrians
Marsha
Boutwell, 352-1080 |
|
LEADER'S COUNCIL
OFFICERS
|
Lyn Croak |
Shawna Bishop |
Rita Harvey |
|
Craig Gottlieb |
|
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EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
|
Shawna Bishop |
Carol George |
Craig Gottlieb |
|
|
Andy Montiel |
Rebecca Montiel |
|
|
|
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LIVESTOCK COMMITTEE
OFFICERS
|
Steve Wills, 353-4123
|
|
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Selected Events
- ACHIEVEMENT NIGHT - An event where 4-H members are recognized in a
project or leadership fields.
- AREA DAY - These practice sessions allow 4-Her’s to "Dry
Run" their speeches or demonstrations before qualified leaders to
gain experience and tips for improvement prior to competition at the
County Presentation Day.
- COUNTY PRESENTATION DAY - A competitive event where 4-Her’s present
demonstrations, illustrated talks or public speeches on some aspect of
their 4-H involvement or on a topic of particular interest. Outstanding
presentations are eligible for Regional competition.
- FASHION REVUE - The 4-H Fashion Revue is a county event. Judging is based on
the appearance of the garment, its appropriateness for the individual, and
on how well the garment is made. At the county, gold medals are awarded to
up to 10 percent of the contestants and a county winner is selected. The
Fashion Revue is open to boys and girls enrolled in the Clothing Project.
- GARDEN DELIGHTS - 4-H members select a menu and prepare a place setting and one
fruit or vegetable dish.
- JUDGING DAY - To evaluate member’s skills in project areas. To teach decision
making skills. To assist members in recognizing accepted standards by
which projects are evaluated.
- KICK-OFF
- 1st major county event of the year. It’s held at Imperial
Valley College and is done family style. This consists of swimming and
having a potluck hot dog BBQ. It is for all 4-H members, leaders, and
families.
- LIVESTOCK FIELD DAY - To have workshops in beef, sheep, swine, and
dairy goats. This workshop consists of the following: Selection and
Judging, Health Practices, Feeds and Feeding Practices, and Fitting and
Showing.
- REGIONAL 4-H PRESENTATION DAY - A competitive event of San Diego and Imperial
Counties where 4-H Gold Ribbon winners from their County Presentation Day
present Demonstrations, Illustrated Talks or Public Speeches.
- STAR AWARDS - A recognition event for members receiving their bronze, silver,
or gold star ranks.
Definitions/Glossary
ACHIEVEMENT PINS -
Pins are awarded at the end of the 4-H Year to members who complete a project.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION - A positive action program of 4-H member
and volunteer recruitment to ensure that young people and adults from all
segments of society are given equal opportunity and encouragement to
participate in all 4-H programs.
ALL STARS - The highest rank that a 4-H member can
achieve at the county level. All members eligible for or having earned the Gold
Star rank, who are 15 years of age and have been members of 4-H for 3 years,
are eligible for the rank of All Star.
ASSISTANT LEADER - An Assistant Leader is a volunteer who
is willing to assume the responsibility for handling short-term assignments.
Volunteers in this leadership role can help in many ways. Many will have other
commitments that restrict the amount of time they can give to 4-H. They may be
able to help for a few hours or a few days at such things as: camp, exhibit
days, fairs, demonstration days, presentation programs, achievement nights,
training conferences, and county, regional and state events. There are other
special short-term tasks such as handling recreation at a club meeting, serving
as chaperones at events or providing transportation when needed. There are many
important jobs in 4-H take only a short time and the Assistant Leader is a
valuable helper. Like the Organization Leader position, the Assistant Leader
position is not geographically restricted.
CALIFORNIA 4-H LEADER'S FORUM - Seminars and workshops in leadership
that are held on weekends every year. The forum is for volunteers only. The
purpose is to provide an opportunity for leaders to exchange ideas.
CALIFORNIA INCENTIVES AND
AWARDS PROGRAM - This
program brings together the scholarships, trips, medals, certificates, and
other awards that are available to 4-H members. Recognition is a basic human
need and comes in both extrinsic and intrinsic forms. The awards in this
program are extrinsic, material recognition for work well done.
CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR - A statewide fair held in late summer
and open to the best exhibits of 4-H members. Premium books and entry blanks
can be obtained from the County 4-H Office.
CALIFORNIA STATE 4-H LEADERS’
COUNCIL - A group of
representatives from Regional 4-H Leaders’ Councils who develop proposals for
improving 4-H work in California.
CHARTER - A 4-H Charter is granted to 4-H members
when the minimum requirements are met to start a 4-H club. See the Secretary’s
Book for a list of these requirements.
CHARTER SEAL - An award given to a 4-H group that has
reached the goals it planned to attain at the beginning of the year. Seals may
be gold, blue, or green and are placed on the charter.
CITIZENSHIP SHORT COURSE - Each summer, the National 4-H Council
sponsors a series of week-long citizenship training workshops for older 4-H
members from all over the United states. Delegates stay at the National 4-H
Center in Washington, D.C., attend training sessions, and tour historic centers
and government agencies and buildings as part of this in-depth citizenship
training program.
COMMUNITY PRIDES - A community awareness project that
gives members an opportunity to learn more about the community in which they
live determine community needs, and participate in programs designed to fulfill
these needs.
COMMUNITY SERVICE - A project or an event undertaken by a
club, project group, or an individual 4-H member to help make the community a
better place in which to live.
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION - An organization established May 8,
1914, when President Woodrow Wilson signed the Smith-Lever Act, which directed
Cooperative Extension "to aid in diffusing among the peoples of the United
States . . . useful and practical information on subjects relating to
agriculture and home economics" by means of "instruction and
practical demonstrations." Congress clearly intended to create an
educational program, and wanted it to include work with young people. This
educational program is a cooperative effort between three levels of government:
the United States Department of Agriculture at the federal level; the
University of California at the state level; and the county Board of
Supervisors at the local level.
COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - The elected officers of the County 4-H
Council and those designated by the by-laws of the County 4-H Council.
COUNTY 4-H COUNCIL - Made up of volunteers. All volunteers
are automatically members of the County 4-H Council. With the guidance of 4-H
Youth Advisors, this group plans, implements, and evaluates county 4-H
programs. Officers are elected annually, and the group generally meets
regularly. This organization may undertake one or more major fund-raising
efforts each year. It may also establish an executive committee to transact
business and make decisions for the Council. Older 4-Her’s may be members of
the County 4-H Council.
DEMONSTRATION - A planned presentation by one or two
4-H members that teaches, by illustration or example, information related to a
project or event. A member’s first demonstration is usually at the project
level where he or she is asked to show other members how to perform a
particular skill. This may be developed into a more formal presentation that
can be given at 4-H meetings, at school, or for other groups of people.
DIAMOND STAR - The highest rank that can be achieved
in California. Diamond stars work as ambassadors for 4-H.
EMBLEM - The 4-H emblem is a green four-leaf
clover on a white background. There is a white H on each cloverleaf. This was
adopted as the national symbol about 1911.
EVENT - A planned, educational opportunity for
4-H members to learn through group participation. It is learning by doing.
Events are held at the club, county, regional, state, and national levels.
Examples of club and county events are camps, fairs, exhibit days, judging,
fashion reviews, demonstrations, fun nights, recognition dinners, and similar
programs.
EXCHANGE - A get-acquainted experience where 4-H
members from one county are housed for a few days during the summer with the
families of 4-H members in another county. The exchange may be between two
California counties or between a California county and another state. The Host
County’s 4-Her later makes a return visit.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE – A county committee that is a part of
the County 4-H Council. Executive committee’s plan, implements, and evaluates
county 4-H events. Committees are composed of volunteers and 4-H members.
FAIR - An event where 4-H members may exhibit
their projects. Information about county and district fairs can be obtained
from your County 4-H Office.
FASHION REVIEW - The 4-H Fashion Review is a county
event. Judging is based on the appearance of the garment, its appropriateness
for the individual, and on how well the garment is made. At the county level,
gold medals are awarded to up to 10 percent of the contestants and a county
winner is selected. The Fashion Review is open to boys and girls enrolled in
the Clothing Project.
4-H CLUB - A 4-H Club is a group of 4-H members
who meet regularly to conduct business, learn about projects, take part in
community service events, and enjoy recreation. These groups have elected
officers, a constitution and by-laws and a treasury maintained by fund-raising
efforts. Most 4-H groups meet monthly. Members plan a yearly program for
meetings and events in advance. All 4-H members, volunteers, and parents attend
to share information about the club, and about district, county, regional,
state, and national 4-H events.
4-H MEMBER - Any young person who is 5 years old (or
in the 4th grade), but is not yet 19 may become a 4-H member,
regardless of race, color, or national origin. A member may remain active in
4-H until the end of the calendar year in which he or she becomes 19 years old.
Exceptions may be made for experimental programs.
4-H MOTTO - To make the best better.
4-H PLEADGE - As a loyal 4-H member, I pledge my head
to clearer thinking, my heart to greater loyalty, my hands to larger service,
my health to better living for my club, my community, my country, and my world.
HI 4-H - An organization for older 4-H members.
They assist and support the county 4-H program. The group plans, organizes,
evaluates, and participates in events, such as exchange trips, conferences, and
various events. A Hi 4-H member is a 4-Her who is in the 9th grade
or above.
INSURANCE - Accident insurance is mandatory for
every 4-H member and volunteer. This insurance covers members and volunteers on
the way to and from, or at, any planned 4-H work. In addition to this policy,
the University of California provides liability insurance coverage for all 4-H
volunteers when officially engaged in 4-H work. This liability insurance is
provided at no cost to the volunteer.
JUDGING - An educational event that develops the
ability to make decisions. It expands a 4-H member’s knowledge and
understanding of qualities and standards. At judging events, 4-H members learn
to make observations, comparisons, decisions, and to give reasons. This event
may be part of any project. Judging begins at the project level and is an important
addition to 4-H meetings and county events. County wide judging field days is
held where 4-H members compete in one or several judging contests.
JUDGING, AMERICAN SYSTEM - A method of judging (evaluation) where
all competing entries are placed in a consecutive order, according to quality.
There is only one first place winner, one-second-place winner, etc.
JUDGING, DANISH SYSTEM - A method of judging based on standards
where all entries meeting the requirement for a given standard receive the same
award. For example, there may be a blue ribbon group, a red ribbon group, or a
white ribbon group. There is no restriction on the number of each award given.
JUNIOR LEADER - A Junior Leader is a 7th, 8th,
or 9th grade 4-H member who is enrolled in the leadership
development project. Junior Leaders carry out planned leadership
responsibilities under the supervision of volunteers.
MANAGEMENT TEAM - The officers of a local or project
club, unit, or group, including the President, Vice President, Secretary,
Treasurer, and Reporter. The Organization Leader serves as a coach for the
management team, and helps them learn leadership and management skills, and how
to use these skills effectively.
MEDALS - Symbols of recognition for work well
done.
NATIONAL 4-H COUNCIL - A non-profit organization that uses
private resources to assist Cooperative Extension advance the membership,
leadership, and influence of the 4-H Youth Program. It was organized in 1976
when the National 4-H Service Committee and the National 4-H Foundation merged
to form the National 4-H Council. The Council carries on a board range of
educational, information, and technical functions to aid several million 4-H
members, volunteers, and 4-H Youth Advisors. The Council’s services are made
possible through the generous support of hundreds of public-spirited donor
organizations and individuals.
NATIONAL 4-H WEEK – A nationwide observance held in the
fall. Clubs are encouraged to participate by having displays and special
programs publicizing 4-H.
OFFICER TRAINING – A program designed for the 4-H members
who have been elected to help a club or group attain its goals. Usually the
officers include the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and
Reporter.
ORGANIZATION LEADER – An organization Leader is a volunteer
who is willing to assume the responsibility of helping a group handle the
administrative tasks that must be done if the group is to be effective. A
volunteer in this leadership role helps others learn management skills such as
planning, organizing, communicating, coordinating, directing the work of
others, and evaluating progress and results. This person may work with local
clubs, groups, or units, or with special interest groups, or with various
events and activities. There is no geographic restriction this position and the
Organization leader may function at the local level or at the county, regional,
state, or national level.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT FORM – A form (4-H-1071) that starts at the
beginning of the 4-H year as a plan and at the end of the year summarizes a
member’s participation in 4-H work.
PREMIUM BOOKS – A publication of any fair. It lists the
competition classes that are offered and the prizes that are available for the
various classes.
PRESENTATION DAY – A planned educational event, competitive
in nature. At this event, 4-H members give demonstrations which are judged
competitively by a team of judges using standard score sheets. "Share the
Fun" talent presentations (competitive acts given by 4-H members using
drama, music, comedy, and other types of program material suitable for 4-H
audiences) and Public Speaking may also be a part of this event.
PROJECT – A planned unit of work, using the
learning by doing concept in a specific skill or interest area carried out by a
member or group of members with the supervisions and guidance of a volunteer or
a Teen Leader.
PROJECT LEADER - A Project Leader is a volunteer who is
willing to assume the responsibility of helping 4-H members acquire knowledge,
attitudes, skills, and habits through the learning by doing activities that are
inherent in a specific project. A volunteer in this leadership role channels
the enthusiasm, energy, and curiosity of boys and girls towards new
experiences. The project often plays the largest role in a member’s 4-H work.
Members are highly motivated because they take projects, which interest them.
As they gain competence, 4-H members acquire the courage to tackle more
difficult tasks. The Project Leader encourages young people to set goals that
they can attain and measure. Like the Organization Leader position, the Project
Leader position is not restricting geographically.
PROJECT MEETING – A meeting of 4-H members, where the
members learn specific knowledge or skills about a particular subject.
REGIONAL FIELD DAY – A chance for the county gold medal
winners to compete against the gold medal winners of other counties in
demonstrations, Public Speaking, and "Share the Fun" activities.
REGIONAL 4-H LEADER’S COUNCIL – A group of representatives of County
4-H Councils who meet to develop and recommend program changes to the
California State 4-H Leader’s Council. They may plan, implement, and evaluate
regional events.
RESOURCE LEADER – A Resource Leader is a volunteer who is
willing to assume the responsibility for handling special assignments. A
volunteer in this leadership role may have expertise in a specific project, in
administration, management, or leadership. This person may be highly skilled at
recruiting volunteers or organizing events and activities. Teaching other volunteers
is also an assignment that this person may handle well. In other words, a
Resource Leader is a person with expertise in any one of hundreds of fields
that may be beneficial to 4-H. While a Resource Leader may work with a local
club, usually his or her talents are in demand over a much larger area. For
administrative purposes, a Resource Leader may be attached to the County 4-H
Office or a local club. Like the Organization Leader position, the Resource
Leader position has no geographical restrictions.
STAR RANKS – A system that provides an opportunity
for 4-H members to focus on planning and evaluating goals that are attainable
and measurable. Any 4-H member can attain the ranks of Bronze, Silver, Gold,
and All Stars. Selection committees determine diamond Star awards.
STATE 4-H CONFERENCE – A conference of delegates from all the
counties. It is held each year in one section on University campuses, Northern
California or Southern California. Each year, information is sent to the County
4-H Office about the requirements for participation.
SUMMER CAMP – To development outdoor education that
also provides a time for summer fun. Older 4-H members and volunteers plan the
program, which includes hikes, campfires, and training in the biological
sciences.
TEEN LEADER – A 4-H member who is in the 10th
grade or above and who is enrolled in the leadership development project. Teen
Leaders carry out planned leadership responsibilities with the guidance of
volunteers.
YOUTH ADVISOR, 4-H – California’s 4-H Youth Advisors
have two major roles. They are leaders who influence the actions of people
interested in young people and they are managers of educational programs. They
are academic faculty members of the University of California and have the
authority to conduct the county 4-H programs as outlined by the County
Director.
