This is a new record book reporting for only those who are junior or intermediate 4h members. A program of uh manoa cooperative extension hawaii 4h. After you initially download the file, save it to your computer with a name that you can easily recognize, such as. The florida 4 h state website offers some of these books and other educational books for online purchase. It will probably be started in pencil if you start as a junior and gradually become more articulate and neat as your 4h career progresses. Click here to go to the state 4h website and print a project starter guide printable county project books.
Always save the document to your computer before opening it. The florida 4h state website offers some of these books and other educational books for online purchase. This record allows you to share your 4h story for the year. The standard record book cover puts everyone at an equal starting point when all the record books are laid on a table and its an easy 5 points. Practices have been modified to meet the needs of a changing society. Telling your 4h story is an important part of reflecting on the growth and experiences of each year. Years in project including this year name county 4h club i declare that the information in this book is correct and all 4h requirements have been completed, to the best of my knowledge. Record book complete one record book for each project year project. Sample intermediate 4h story now you might look at my summary record and think i. I cover all the other sections required as part of the. Your written goals will help you keep track of where you are going and how you are going to get there.
A 4h record book is a summary of the members activities and projects. I remember walking through our county fairs multiexhibit building and seeing the huge blue ribbons and state fair consideration ribbons on these massive, stuffed, green binders of senior 4h member record books. By clicking each link below, it will ask if you would like to make a copy of the form. Your record book is a record of all your 4h projects and activities for the year. Former participation in other states can be counted in the california 4h record book pdr form as long as you write it down. The purpose of 4h record keeping is to teach how to keep records, which is an important life skill. Animals 4h bucket calf record pdf fillin file 87 kb ne4h9020 nebraska 4h animal record pdf fillin file 167 kb breeding beef. Junior leadership in 4h university of california, davis.
Developed in conjunction with the california 4h youth development program university of california division of agriculture and natural resources. Star rank 4h member must be currently enrolled in the 4h youth development program. Record books all district 4hers kansas 4h award portfolio documents. This year marked a major change in the presentation of the 4hers project record. The value of 4h record books ufifas extension orange. Completing a 4h record book is a process where 4h members record project and club. Record books cannot be required for participation in 4h activities and events. Record books virginia cooperative extension virginia tech. The 4h members record book cover is our number one bestselling product.
Taylor county 4h record books are due in the extension office by. In the state of hawaii, programming focuses on the three national mission mandates of healthy living, science and civic engagement special interest programs spin are shorter in length than traditional yearlong clubs and focus on a specific topic area. County 4h record ages 14 18 should submit a resume. Record keeping is an ongoing process that does not end when the 4h year ends. Record books may also be part of the application process for 4h awards. Seniors will continue to use the kap from the last year. How to get rid of muscle knots in your neck, traps, shoulders, and back duration. Theyre an important part of completing each project. Tell us some things about you and your family that you want to share. The idea of creating a portfolio record of project activities and accomplishments has been around since the beginning of the 4h program because it is such.
The 4h program has a long history of record keeping. California 4h record book manual 2008 4h star ranking required for star rank numbers contained within parenthesis are included in the total category number not an extra requirement. The focus reflects the importance of this life skill in our daily lives. The junior book does not contain the essay and resume as found in the senior book. The 4 h program has a long history of record keeping. As we approach 4h congress, the 4h portfolios for citizenship and leadership have been judged. When i was growing up in communitybased 4h in marion county iowa, 4h record books were pretty competitive. The virginia 4 h foundation is spearheading the advancement of the virginia 4 h youth livestock programs endowment. Tips for how you can help your child turn in a great record book for their 4h project. Completing the personal development report in the record book provides you an. Special recognition, awards, and exhibit ribbons 7.
For more information, also refer to the dane county 4h record book manual. I am 12 years old and this is my 4th year in 4h, and my 4th record book. Make sure all of your records are stored in a protected cover so that you have them in. Check with your club leader to see when their deadline is to turn your record book in to them. Completing a 4 h record book is a process where you record project and club work using a standard format. Leadership there is leadership, which is generally a single act of leadership, andor being part of a larger leadership unit. Project journal page, 1 project journal page for each project area fillable format nonfillable format 9. Record books 4h youth development marais des cygnes.
The permanent record should be placed at the end of all of your project sections. Junior leadership in 4h one of the purposes of 4h is to help youth develop as leaders. Junior record book ages 9 publication 406122 4h694p revised 2017. A great opportunity to learn the ins and outs of 4h record books.
About 4h record books nondiscrimination statement record book accessibility. They help you set some goals, keep track of your attendance at meetings, record your demonstrations and talks and a whole lot more. Completion of the personal development report awards 4h members for participation in 4h activities, which provides an incentive for participation, learning, and achievement. Record keeping sheet for a full checklist and guidance.
This is how to put together a junior 4h record book. Keeping records of 4 h projects could help you when you apply for college scholarships too. Many guidelines may also be adapted and applied to intermediate and senior records. I live on a dairy farm one mile south of church hill, md. Your permanent record is a summary of all of your activities for each year you are in 4h. The subject of 4h record books generally elicits a very positive or a very negative response. Record book nevada county 4h youth development program. First, the cover is neat and orderly and is distinguishable as a 4h record book. Your 4h record book should be accurate, complete, and well organized, using the county formatted 4h record book pages. Because, by recording your activities you can remember all the fun youve had so far, and set future goals. You will also be able to see your progress as you check off your. All record and project books linked here are pdf format and can be printed on your home printer. Additionally, 4h alumni indicate significant value of the record book system in the development of a resume that is customarily used for a variety of scholarship applications including wyoming 4h. How to rock your record books and take them to the next level.
Families can now create an account and manage their 4h record books online. Why is it important you keep a record of your 4 h activities. The 4h record book is a summary of what you have done for the year. The electronic webpage to present the project accomplishments is quite a contrast to the old 4h record book that i remember. This sheet is meant to help you correctly complete and organize your 4h record book based on county 4 h recommendations.
In order for the 4h record book process to pilot youth into prepared and engaged partners within their communities, it has undergone changes to meet the mission of 4h youth development. Completing a 4h record book is a process where you record project and club work using a standard format. I hereby certify that i have personally kept the records on this project and have. Oftentimes it is the adults who value the practice, and the youth who cringe. Tips for great record books 2020 oklahoma 4h awards update. Chippewa county 4h record books are due to the club advisor on august 31st or the date set by your club. The question ishow can recognition be used to encourage desirable growth and development in boys and girls. The goal of 4h is to build life skills of the youth members.