Welcome to the Future September 2010 District 11 4-H Council District 11 Research and Extension Center Newsletter 10345 Hwy

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Welcome to the Future September 2010 District 11 4-H Council District 11 Research and Extension Center Newsletter 10345 Hwy. 44 Corpus Christi, TX 78406 (361) 265-9203

this issue Move Over Brad Paisley Chairman’s Address P.1 … our Chairman has some song-writing skills Report from Texas 4-H Council P.2 of his own! The Secretary’s Scoop P.3

Upcoming Dates from Across the State P.4 For over a hundred years, 4-H has been solid as a rock. So many new project areas – 4-H isn’t limited to raising livestock.

To name a few, we learn Nutrition, food safety, cooking and baking, Ready or Not, the Future is Here! And how to make wise purchases Chairman’s Address: Kelley Ullrich, Fayette County through Consumer Decision Making. The District 11 Executive Committee chose Wel- important and necessary for success. It takes a We gain life skills as we learn charac- ter, fine workmanship and citizenship. come to the Future as the 2010-2011 4-H theme. combination of different notes to make beautiful A wide range of shooting sports pro- As I listen to Brad Paisley sing, I think about music. motes good sportsmanship. changes that I have seen, as well. Sharing your fun 4-H experiences with others is In Leaders 4 Life, Share the Fun and sometime all it takes for someone to join. Let’s all Judging, we work together as a team, “…Look around it's all so clear… keep the same beat and support one another. As Individual strengths are enhanced as we build self-esteem. Wherever we were going, well we're here… we acquire new, valuable life skills through 4-H, So many things I never thought I'd see… let’s encourage others to take advantage of the In Photography, our pictures become Happening right in front of me… opportunity to be a part of 4-H, also. clearer and clearer. Each day, achieving our goals grows Welcome to the Future” Just as country, rock, classical and jazz are only a nearer and nearer. few of the many types of music, 4-H offers a wide 4-H has been around for over a hundred variety of projects, ranging from consumer decision We pledge our hands and learn that Service is our responsibility. years and has seen numerous changes. In fact, making to wildlife. I urge you to choose to play a In 4-H, just about anything is a possi- it’s constantly changing for the better. New pro- new style or piece of music – in other words, try a bility! jects and activities are being offered, which pre- new 4-H project. What better time than now? It’s

4-H Leadership opportunities abound. sent more diversity and opportunity. The future like sight-reading music – playing something Areas of self improvement are all is here – and it is very bright! you’ve never rehearsed. Someone once said, “To around. YOU are what makes District 11 so great – get what you've never had, you must do what

In 4-H, excellent role models are every- and YOU are what can make it even better! you've never done.” You might surprise yourself where. Our district-wide goals include increasing and find out that the new 4-H project you try is Leaders, Agents and Supporters always show they care. participation, recruiting new 4-Hers, and imple- suited perfectly for you! You will never know until menting educational activities. Our community you try! Remember that you possess unlimited Head, Heart, Hands and Health are service project is Pennies For Patients. We can potential. our top 4. 4-H is all this and so much more! truly make a difference in the lives of others. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “What lies behind Everyone’s help is needed to achieve these ob- us and what lies before us are tiny matters com- In 4-H, there’s something for everyone! jectives. There is never a shortage of people in 4- pared to what lies us.” Time flies - please Today is a new day, so why not join the within fun? H that are willing and able to help. Let’s all face don’t put off any longer doing or being a part of the music and get involved in making this year something new. We need your help to make the the best ever! music of 4-H the best that it can be! I like music and Brad Paisley’s song. You can The future is here. The future is now. be in tune with 4-H, making melodies and Welcome to the Future! memories in harmony. In a piece of music, every God Bless! note counts - working together with others in 4- H helps us see that every person’s contribution is Kelley Ullrich Report from Loo k, it ow s Di n strict Te x a s 4 - H 11’s v Ha ery nna Council h Sp Cong ee ratu d! Texa latio By Hannah Speed, s 4-H ns H Pres Co ann iden unci ah, District 11 1st Vice Chairman & t!! l 1st V ice Texas 4-H 1st Vice President (Goliad County )

2010-2011 On Tuesday, July rector of Breed Love Foods, a the banquet was over it was Texas 20th Kelley Ullrich, Ariana Non-profit organization cre- time for some serious fun! We 4H Council Barajas and myself traveled ated to battle world hunger, traveled all the way across to Lubbock, Texas, to partici- and the Ronald McDonald Lubbock to “Main Event” Officers pate in the 2010-2011 Texas 4- House Volunteer Director. where we bowled and played H Council Workshop. We had Then, we traveled to the some intense laser tag! President an amazing time and were Ronald McDonald House in Friday morning, Dr. Preston Sturdivant proud to be representing Dis- Lubbock to help serve meals, Rudy Ritz, an Assistant Pro- District 9 trict 11 as the Chairman, 1st tidy up rooms, and clean the fessor in the Department of

Vice Chair, and 2nd vice chair. children’s playground. It was Agricultural Education and 1st Vice President Hannah Speed Soon after arriving, we lis- a busy but rewarding day for Communications at TTU and District 11 tened to some words of inspi- all of us! We topped off the former Council 1st Vice Presi- ration from Dr. Chris Bole- night with some fun, council dent, gave a concluding 2nd Vice President man, the Texas 4-H and led activities. speech about being role mod- Alison Lochte Youth Development Program Thursday morning ar- els. Then, the newly elected District 10 Director. rived quickly with a presenta- President, Preston Sturdivant,

Wednesday began with tion about Media Communi- lead the first 2010-2011 Texas Secretary Ellis Meyer an early morning Leadership cations from Doctors Erica 4-H Council Meeting of the District 12 and Team Building session Irlbeck and Courtney Meyers, year. The council set future held by Dr. Boleman. His Assistant Professors in the De- goals, assigned committees, Public Relations Officer presentation included an in partment of Agricultural Edu- and designated an official Jacy Bradford depth slideshow about the cation and Communications dress. District 1 fundamentals of leaders, as and TTU. Then, Mrs. Stepha- That evening, Kelley,

Health and Safety Officer well as some entertaining nie West, the Associate Direc- Ariana and I flew back home Lana Franceschini activities. Following Dr. Bole- tor of the University Career with a whole new grasp on District 10 man, Mr. Kyle Merten, Exten- Services at TTU, gave an out- the meaning of leadership. sion Associate – 4-H, chal- standing workshop on We cannot wait to share eve- Historian lenged State Council mem- “Etiquette and Dress for Suc- rything we learned with the Laurel Cantu bers to step up at State 4-H cess.” Soon after lunch was rest of District 11. With such an District 12 Roundup. To finish the busy served, Ag Ambassadors and outstanding Texas 4-H Coun- morning, the Council set off TTU Staff came to judge each cil, this upcoming year should on a scavenger hunt across Council member’s public be more fun, entertaining, the Texas Tech University speaking skills. Directly fol- and different than ever be- campus, searching for any- lowing the critiques, the coun- fore!! thing from buildings and stat- cil elected the 2010-2011 Texas ues, to pools and even a fa- 4-H Council Officers. After mous horse! elections, we were able to get After lunch we set- dressed up for photos and the tled down to listen to the Di- formal closing banquet. Once Fun Facts about your D-11 Officers …

Chairman Kelley Ullrich lists his hobbies as working on his car and “do work” … which of course means working for you, District 11!

1st Vice Hannah Speed plans to reside in London after she com- pletes her college education.

Ariana Barajas, 2nd Vice, loves The Secretary’s Scoop 4 wheeling and showing cattle.

By Secretary, Colleen Krenek- Wharton County When asked what he would like The District 11 4-H Council joined Community Service Project: cil. This election procedure is in his fellow officers to know, 3rd together July 1st & 2nd to begin Pennies for Patients (see at- place to ensure that District 11 has Vice Dillon Bramble was proud planning for the fast approach- tached flyer!) maximum representation on Texas to declare that he has worn a ing 2010-2011 4-H year. The 4-H Council. speedo. Is there such things as group picked a theme, goals and The Officer team also reevalu- TMI in District 11?? community service project to set ated the bylaws and election Election Procedures: the tone for this awesome 4-H procedures and would like to (revise breakdown of points to Secretary Colleen Krenek wants year. propose the following changes: read:) to pursue a degree in Meteorol- Interview- 45 points ogy– Atmospheric science. Speech-35 points Theme: Bylaws: Popular Vote- 15 points Kaitlyn Pittman, Treasurer, is an “Welcome to the Future” 4. Officers Application- 5 points (paragraph 2, sentence 5) avid barrel racer. Goals: The final outcome of elections will Candidates running for reelection Increase participation by estab- be determined by a cumulative will be eligible for an additional 10 Public Relations officer Chris lishing new district- wide social score for each candidate based on points awarded by Council Advisors Wood is an all around out- events. speech, interview, application, and and outgoing officers not seeking doorsman who enjoys hunting, popular vote as documented in the reelection. The award value will be fishing and kayaking. District 11 4-H Council Election Pro- Recruit new 4-H members by determined by a consensus decision cedures. advocating various project op- based on previous years’ perform- Mitchell Gates is not only your ance. Parliamentarian but also the portunities. (paragraph 4; entirety revised to one to make you smile. He has read:) Implement education into differ- The proposed bylaw and election set a goal for himself to make If a minority has been elected to procedures will be voted on at ent 4-H projects and activities by any office position and meets the someone smile every day. the District 11 4-H Council meet- utilizing youth in the planning Texas 4-H Council age require- process. ments, they will serve as a District ing scheduled to take place dur- Representative to Texas 4-H Coun- ing District 11 Crossroads.

District 11 4H Council has a Facebook Page What do you want to know Secretary Krenek and 3rd Vice Chair While you are online, stop by the District about your Bramble have been busy creating a 11 4-H website to check out the latest District 11 Council Facebook page specifically for information on upcoming contests Officers? District 11 4-H members. Join and events! Simply go to: them online as they discuss http://d114-h.tamu.edu/ Send your questions to: upcoming events and catch up [email protected] with friends made across the The Texas 4-H website has also re- and we will make sure district! cently posted information about you get answers!! “One Day 4-H” and National 4-H Week. Catch all the latest news at http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/ Welcome to the future … upcoming dates from across the state: Submitted by Treasurer Kaitlyn Pittman– Nueces County

September 2010  Stripes 4-H Clover Campaign During the entire month of September, Stripes stores across the state will be selling 4-H paper clovers for $1 to raise m o n e y Stay for the local 4-H programs! Encourage your friends and family members to purchase a 4-H clover to hang in the store’s window tuned ... to show their support of the Texas 4-H Program. They will also receive a coupon for a Butterfinger Snackerz! November  5th - 7th: Junior  Saturday, September 11th: San Patricio County Festival and Awards Leadership Retreat Program

(Texas 4-H Center)  Sunday, September 19th: Victoria County 4-H Harvest of Fun and Awards Program  6th: 4-H night with the San Antonio Spurs  Tuesday, September 21st: 4-H Day at FUDDS! Dine at Fuddruckers Tuesday, September 21, and they will  19-21 : District 11 4-H donate 15% of sales to the Texas 4-H Fuddruckers Scholarship Fund, with a portion benefitting the local 4-H program. Crossroads (Corpus Christi, TX) October 2010 December  Saturday, October 2nd: 4-H Night with the Houston Astros  4th: District 11 4-H The Houston Astros are honored to host Texas 4-H at Minute Maid Park on Saturday, October 2nd. Purchase a ticket to Food Show & Food the game using the "4H" password and a portion of the pro- Challenge (Wharton) ceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Texas 4-H Foundation's County Grant Program. Contact your Extension  4th: Coastal Bend Office for ordering information! Classic Clinics and Shows (San Patricio  Sunday October 3rd - Saturday October 9th : National 4-H Week! The Texas 4-H program has made available a publication high- County) lighting various activities to do each day of National 4-H Week! Go online to get the latest National 4-H information: http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/news/national4Hweek/index.php

 Saturday, October 9th : One Day 4-H One Day 4-H is one day for all the 4-H members, parents, leaders, and volunteers to step out into their communities and county and say "thank you" by giving back for them more than 103 years of support to 4-H in Texas. This day of community service is what ever each 4-H members, club, or county 4-H Pro- gram wants it to be. What are YOU going to do to make a difference?