April Leaders Council Meeting

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA COOPERATIVE EXTENSON IMPERIAL COUNTY 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PR OGRAM

APRIL 2008

Calendar of Events

April 03 – Leaders Council Meeting – 7:00pm. 05 – County Presentation Day 06 – Fashion Revue 15 – Garden Delights 17 – Livestock Leaders Meeting – 7:00p.m. Leaders Council Meeting……….2 23 – All Stars App. Due Livestock Leaders Meeting….….2 24 – All Star Interviews Start Planning for a great SLC....2 Kyle MacDonald Scholarship…..3 May 2008-2009 All Stars……………..6 01 – Leaders Council Meeting – 7:00p.m 2008 Flower & Plant Show….....8 15 – Livestock Leaders Meeting – 7:00pm. 2008 Results 31 – State 4-H Field Day Small Animal Pre-fair……….....9 Sweepstakes & High Point…….10 June Top Two Round Robin Winners.10 06 – Calendar Planning Garden Delights………………..11 28 – Record Book Judging

July 11 – 13 – Family Camp 31 – State Leadership Conf.

August 01 – 03 – cont. State Leadership Conf.

APRIL 2008 - - INTERCOM 1 APRIL LEADERS COUNCIL START PLANNING FOR A GREAT MEETING SLC!!!

Join other community leaders to The annual State Leadership manage the remaining events of the Conference is a 4-day affair for older 2007-08 program year. Plans for teens to learn leadership skills, meet organizing the upcoming year are other teens from around the county already being discussed! Important and state and discover exciting 4-H topics at April meeting to include Fair opportunities they might otherwise Rehash, Volunteer Leader not learn about. Automobile Liability limits, Summer Camp opportunities, IRS reporting Community clubs are encouraged to requirements. sponsor their older members to Leaders Council meeting on attend this educational and fun Thursday, April 3, 2008, 7pm, event. They are sure to come back Farm Bureau Auditorium. with ideas and increased enthusiasm for the 4-H program!! Invest in your Minutes from February 7, 2008 teen leaders!! Fundraisers may also Council meeting can be viewed on be undertaken to cover the cost of the Imperial County 4-H website attendance and transportation. at http://ceimperial.ucdavis.edu This year’s conference is being held July 31-August 3, 2008 at UC Davis. Registration materials will be available in April and are due June 13, 2008. More information about the Conference is available at http://www.ca4h.org/conference/slc/i ndex.asp

We are seeking a County SLC APRIL LIVESTOCK LEADERS Coordinator. Must be a card- COMMITTEE MEETING carrying 4-H leader and willing to work with County delegation Livestock leaders: The before and after conference. recommendation you have made for Additional scholarship funds are the 2009 Fair will be discussed, as available to offset registration and will upcoming training opportunities transportation costs. Contact for new/continuing leaders in the Jennifer Garcia, 4-H Secretary, if Fall, 2008. Plan to attend: interested, no later than Wednesday, Thursday, April 17, 2008, 7pm, April 23, 2008. Farm Bureau Auditorium.

APRIL 2008 - - INTERCOM 2 Kyle MacDonald Memorial Occupational Scholarship “Creating Opportunities”

Instructions and information sheet

The purpose of this scholarship is to create opportunities for young men and women who are interested in continuing their education in a technology school, a trade school or a two college. The applicant’s interest should be in welding, agricultural mechanics, livestock, auctioneering, or similar fields.

Complete applications are due by April 15, 2008 by mail only to 2346 McConnell Rd. El Centro, CA 92243

Applicants must be or have been enrolled in FFA, 4H or ROP program(s) and be a graduating high school senior at an Imperial Valley School. All information on the application form must be filled out and include the applicants hand written explanation of why they are interested in this scholarship.

Background - The scholarship fund was established in honor of Kyle MacDonald, a young man who had many interests. Kyle was a 4H member starting from age 9 into his high school years. He was and FFA member throughout high school as well as competing in the Imperial Valley Regional Occupational Program. This strong foundation helped Kyle start a small business including the retail sales of livestock products, hay sales, custom welding, and auctioneering. The Kyle MacDonald Scholarship is made possible through the contributions of Kyle’s many friends and business associates.

The scholarship funds will be sent directly to the applicant’s school. This scholarship will be offered in April each year. Applicants will be notified in May of each year regarding award of scholarship. Winning applicant(s) may apply for the scholarship award in the following year.

APRIL 2008 - - INTERCOM 3 Kyle MacDonald Memorial Occupational Scholarship

“Creating Opportunities”

2346 McConnell Rd El Centro, CA 92243 Due on or before April 15, 2008

Academic/Community Service Award (Application of Required Facts) (Limited to Graduating Seniors at Imperial Valley High School, and member of FFA, 4H or ROP program)

Student Name: ______

Mailing Address: ______Telephone: ______

Date of birth: ______e-mail: ______

Schools attended (9th thru 12th grade) Name of School: 9th Grade: ______City: ______

10th Grade: ______City: ______

11th Grade: ______City: ______

12th Grade: ______City: ______

Applicant’s plans after High School Graduation: (Plan to attend; Junior College, College, Technical School, University, Other & what field of study)

Applicant’s activities at school and community service while attending high school:

Work Experience:

With this application, be sure to enclose the following information:  A transcript of your high school grades,  A letter of recommendation from the FFA instructor, 4H leader or ROP instructor,  A letter of recommendation from another person who is familiar with applicant’s character, activities & ambitions  Applicant’s explanation of why he/she is applying for this scholarship award (handwritten)

______Applicant’s Signature Date

______Parent/Guardian Signature Date

APRIL 2008 - - INTERCOM 4 by Guy & Rodd November 21, 2006

No telling where our experiences might take us . . .

This cartoon was created by a “city kid”, who spent his holidays with the Emanuelli family in Brawley. I thought it was very appropriate, as many of our members have just completed a successful show at the annual Fair.

COUNTY PRESENTATION DAY FASHION REVUE

DATE: April 5, 2008 DATE: April 6, 2008 TIME: 9:00a.m. TIME: 1:30p.m. PLACE: IVC Health Sciences PLACE: Westmorland Presbyterian Assembly Room 2131 Church

For more info. please contact: For more info. please contact: Matthew Smith – 554-5113 Linda Hamby – 344-3260 or Kristen Weekes – 960-6778

APRIL 2008 - - INTERCOM 5 Expenses are partially paid by the 4-H Leaders Council. Being named an All Star is the highest award you can receive from your county. 2008 – 2009 ALL STARS If you feel that you got what it takes to be an All Star, then try out for it! We need young leaders like you in All Star is the highest attainable our 4-H organization. County 4-H rank. What Do All Stars Do? The minimum requirements for an All Star are: After being selected, All Stars are  Any 4-H member who is 15 expected to: years of age by January 1st of  Meet as a group and decide the current year. on the level of activities and/or  Show strong interest in priorities, they wish to work on continuing with the 4-H Youth during the year. Program. They must have  Attend State Leadership specific ideas regarding ways Conference in August 2008 at in which 4-Her’s can give the campus of U.C. Davis, guidance and leadership to California. some phase of the 4-H  Provide program for the program. Annual Star Awards  Must demonstrate leadership Presentation in September abilities, citizenship concern, 2008. and maturity judgment.  Be an Ambassador of the 4-H  Must have been enrolled in Program for the County of the 4-H program in the club Imperial. year prior to State Leadership Conference, August 2008. How Do You Become An All Star  Must have made a contribution to the 4-H members must meet all maintenance and expansion requirements listed above and of the 4-H program. complete the All Star application.  Must have attained or is Applications are due at the 4-H eligible for Gold Star Rank. Office by Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at the 4-H Office. What Attribute Does An All Star Applications are in this months Receive? Intercom or you may pick them up at the 4-H office. To be named an All Star is an award in itself. Additionally, the selected All Star interviews will be held on members are awarded an All Star Thursday, April 24, 2008 at the 4-H pin and emblem for their 4-H hat. All office 1050 E. Holton Road, Stars also attend the State Holtville, CA. Interviews will begin Leadership Conference in August.

APRIL 2008 - - INTERCOM 6 at 4:00p.m., on a first present, first interviewed. Please plan to arrive early.

APRIL 2008 - - INTERCOM 7 ALL STAR NOMINATION FORM

ALL STAR ELIGIBILITY:

1. Has been enrolled in a 4-H Youth Program in the club year prior to the conference. 2. Was 15 years of age before January 1 of the calendar year of the conference? 3. Has demonstrated leadership abilities, citizenship concern, and maturity of judgment. 4. Has made a significant contribution to the maintenance and expansion of the 4-H Youth Program in the county. 5. Shows a strong interest in continuing in the Extension Youth Program and has specific ideas as to ways in which he or she can give guidance and leadership to some phase of the program. 6. Recognizes the opportunities and the responsibilities of being selected a 4-H All Star, and is receptive to new ideas and new challenges. 7. Is eligible for the Gold Star Rank. 8. Community Leader’s Letter of Recommendation for being an All Star.

TO APPLY: Fill out this sheet and put in record book.

NAME______YEARS IN 4-H______

CLUB______AGE______

Please check here if you are applying for Gold Star this year______.

Your record book & this form are due in the 4-H Office by April 23, 2008.

Additional records must include: 1500 words (or less) story type summary of accomplishments.

You must be present at the All Star interview on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 4:00p.m. at the 4-H Office.

______CLUB MEMBER SIGNATURE COMMUNITY LEADER SIGNATURE

APRIL 2008 - - INTERCOM 8 2008 PLANT & FLOWER SHOW Class VI – Fruit & Vegetables: Intermediate Medalist – Matthew Jones 4-H Members of all age groups – Star Route throughout the county brought their 4-H plant Science Projects to the Imperial Class VII – Trees & Shrubs: County Fairgrounds to have their Senior Medalist –Jeanine Smith– Star projects displayed at the 4-H Plant and Route Flower Show January 26th, 2008. Exhibits were judged on Cultural Class VIII - Cactus & Succulents: Perfection, Foliage, Size, Health and Junior Medalist –Steven Johnson– Star General Appearance. Classes included: Route Bulbs, House Plants, Cut Flowers, Senior Medalist –Joey Ambriz– Family Flower Bowls, Herb Gardens, Vegetables, Trees and Shrubs, Cactus Best of Show Junior: and Succulents Dish Gardens and Steven Johnson – Star Route Terrariums. Judges for this years’ event Best of Show Intermediate: were: Janet Mason, Susie Necessary and Matthew Jones – Star Route Mario Ochoa. Best of Show Senior: Joey Ambriz – Family The following is a list of the winners. Primary Member Recognition: Class IV – Flower Bowls: Juliet Green - Family Junior Medalist - Steven Johnson – Star Rosa Sotelo - Family Route Laneesha James – Star Route Senior Medalist - Joey Ambriz – Family Kirk Johnson – Star Route 4-H Caleigh Dammarell – United Valley Caryssa Dammarell – United Valley Class V – Herb Gardens: Senior Medalist –Clarrisa Macias – Star This event was sponsored by the Route Magnolia 4-H and the Star Route 4-H Clubs. Special thanks to Cindy Elmore , Rita Harvey, Matthew Jones, Mary Ann Smith and Jeanine Smith.

APRIL 2008 - - INTERCOM 9 2008 Small Animal Pre-Fair Results Event Coordinator: Star Route 4-H Club

The 4-H Youth Development Program Small Animal Pre-Fair was held January 26th at the Imperial Valley Fairgrounds. The Star Route 4-H Club would like to announce the results.

Cavy Rabbit cont. Novice Showmanship: Brea Spence – Southwest Valley 1st – Cole Dammarell – United Valley Christopher Wilson – Holtville 2nd – Lindsey Linder – Magnolia Abby Magana – Holtville 3rd – Leesha James – Star Route Victoria Camacho – Holtville Junior Showmanship: Damian Garcia – Magnolia 1st – Matthew Jones – Star Route Alexis Bowe - McCabe Senior Showmanship: Novice Showmanship: 1st – Moriah Evans – McCabe 1st – Jonathan Philips - Holtville 2nd – Jordon Yee – United Valley 2nd – Robert Torres – Star Route 3rd – Rachel Evans - McCabe 3rd – Melina Torres – Star Route Poultry Junior Showmanship: Primary Recognition: 1st – Arianna Hernandez – Star Route Efrain Perez – Family 2nd – Samantha Holiman – Star Route Kalin Morse – Family 3rd - Amara Johnston - McCabe Brittany Garcia – Family Senior Showmanship Brandon Kaltn – Family 1st – Desiree Riggs - McCabe Jay Abatti – 2nd – Moriah Evans – McCabe Rylee Presley – Family 3rd – Arielle Lee - McCabe Isabelle DuBois - McCabe Waterfowl Novice Showmanship: Junior Showmanship: 1st – Matthew Jones – Star Route 1st – Eddie DuBoise - McCabe 2nd –Reece Presley - Family 3rd – Emma Sheets - Family Special Thanks to Judges and clerks: Junior Showmanship: Pygmy Goats –David Heims and Michael Heims, 1st – Marizela Perez – Family Rabbits – Becky Greer and Jeanine Smith, Poultry and 2nd – Bryce Presley – Family Waterfowl – Matthew Smith and Kristen Weekes, 3rd –Reece Presley – Family Cavies – Laura Jones and Jeanie Williams. Senior Showmanship: 1st – Jose Mariz – Family 2nd – Andres Mariz - Family Pygmy Goats Primary Recognition: Caleigh Dammarell – United Valley Senior Showmanship: 1st – Christina Dammarell – United Valley Rabbit Primary Recognition: Kirk Johnson – Star Route Vanessa Ramero – Southwest Valley Anissa Hernandez – Star Route David Hernandez – Calipatria Brett Thomason – Southwest Valley Trevor Davis – Family Emanuel Garcia – Calipatria Rion Simms – Mt. Signal Sonora Shelton – Mt. Signal Rose Fiorenza – Magnolia Hayden Likos - Seeley

APRIL 2008 - - INTERCOM 10 SWEEPSTAKES WINNERS FOR 2008

Samantha Holiman - Star Route 4-H Arianna Hernandez - Star Route 4-H Maureen Croak - Verde 4-H

Fair Theme Sean Cameron - Magnolia 4-H Jeanine Smith - Star Route 4-H

2008 HIGH POINT WINNERS

Special Displays Sean Cameron - Magnolia 4-H Aerospace/Rocketry Mason Mange - Verde 4-H Photography Jordan Yee - United Valley 4-H Arts and Crafts Maureen Croak - Verde 4-H Foods & Nutrition Arianna Hernandez - Star Route 4-H Food Preservation Arianna Hernandez - Star Route 4-H Clothing Maureen Croak - Verde 4-H Collections Samantha Holiman - Star Route 4-H Home Furnishings C.J. Lopez - Star Route 4-H Textiles Maureen Croak - Verde 4-H Ornamental Horticulture Maureen Croak - Verde 4-H Arianna Hernandez - Star Route 4-H Fruit & Vegetable Plants Arianna Hernandez - Star Route 4-H Biological Science Arianna Hernandez - Star Route 4-H Jewelry C.J. Lopez - Star Route 4-H

JR. 4-H SMALL ANIMAL ROUND ROBIN

1 – Gabrielle Lofton – United Valley 2 – Carson Hinton – United Valley

SR. 4-H SMALL ANIMAL ROUND ROBIN

1 – Jordan Yee – United Valley 2 – Christina Dammerrell – United Valley

JR. 4-H LARGE ANIMAL ROUND ROBIN

1 – Gabrielle Loften – United Valley 2 – Daniel Heim – McCabe

SR. 4-H LARGE ANIMAL ROUND ROBIN

1 – Jeanine Smith – Star Route 2 – Preston Hutchinson – M & M

APRIL 2008 - - INTERCOM 11 Garden Delights 2008 When: April 15, 2008 Time: 6:30 (6:00 set up) Where: Cornerstone Church, 125 E. 6th St., Holtville Hosting Clubs: Verde

Categories: Informal, Formal, Special Occasion (primary, juniors, intermediate and advanced in each area) Edible centerpiece competition, too!

What to do: Create a menu (based on a theme), make ONE item from the menu that contains MOSTLY fruits or vegetables;

Participants will need to know the cost and ingredients of their prepared dish.

What to take: Provide your own table setting, one prepared dish and copies of your recipe. Also, dress the theme!

Please plan to attend and have fun!

Door prizes for parents (oh yes. . .adults may not help set up!) Questions: call Lyn Croak 356-5922 or Delu Plourd 356-1842

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