Amari, a 4-H member from the Rising Stars 4-H Club in Oakland County was selected as the winner of the 2020 Michigan 4-H State Award in Junior Award Area. The Michigan 4-H State Awards Program took place June 24, 2020. While 4-H members were unable to gather at Michigan State University (MSU) as in past years, the Recognition Celebration was able to be held via zoom webinar allowing 4-H members along with their family and friends to attend the program.
A Michigan 4-H State Award is the highest honor bestowed on Michigan 4-H members. The Michigan 4-H State Awards Program is an opportunity for 4-H members to receive recognition while developing their leadership skills and personal portfolio. The program features a Junior and Senior division in 20 project areas as well as a group award category. To enter the competition, 4-H members submitted an application that includes a cover letter, resume, 4-H story, and questions that highlight the life skills, project content knowledge, leadership development, and civic engagement experiences 4-H members have gained through their 4-H projects. Applications were scored, and up to twelve delegates in the Junior, Senior, and Group divisions for each project area were invited to represent their county in the statewide competition.
4-H members selected as delegates were provided opportunities to participate in exclusive training on interviewing skills and networking. Senior delegates and Groups advanced to further competition where they completed a video conference interview with the selection committee. A virtual networking experience was provided for delegates to meet with members of the Michigan 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees prior to the Recognition Celebration.
This year, 64 youth representing 25 counties applied for a 4-H State Award.
Amari been a 4-H member for 8 years. In addition to Civic Engagement project, Amari is an alumnus in the horse protege program and his lead other members of the club to join also. Amari has done a great deal of community service with his club. Not just going on and participating in the event, but also helping plan the dates and making sure everyone is on time.
The Michigan 4-H State Awards Program is open to all 4-H members ages 13-19. For more information, visit https://www.canr.msu.edu/4_h_scholarships_and_recognition_program/4-h-awards-and-recognition-program/youth-recognition.
To learn more about Michigan 4-H Youth Development, contact your local MSU Extension office or visit the Michigan 4-H website.
Oakland County 4-H State Awards Participants and Winners
4-H Member’s Name: Amari Potts
Project Area: Civic Engagement
Age Division: Junior
4-H Member’s Name: Khamani Potts
Project Area: Leadership
Age Division: Junior
4-H Member’s Name: Joshua Dixon
Project Area: Leadership
Age Division: Senior
4-H Member’s Name: Ajani Knox
Project Area: Leadership
Age Division: Senior
4-H Member’s Name: Isabelle Vartanian
Project Area: Rabbits
Age Division: Junior
Oakland County 4-H is looking for new members to join one or all of our three committees: 4-H Awards Committee, 4-H Expansion and Review, and 4-H Celebration Week. We are looking for:
- Registered 4-H Youth Member (Age 13-19)
- Screened 4-H Volunteer
- 4-H Parents
4-H Awards Committee: Oakland County 4-H has an awards program that has been around for over 40 years. Its mission is planning of the 4-H Awards Event (5-15 members youth and volunteers) and planning revision of current awards and development of new awards to fill gaps.
Expansion and Review: Members would review existing Extension programs and expand program offerings to new audience groups.
Effective Expansion and Review committees ensure the county 4-H program is relevant, current, and has an impact based on local needs. This committee leads to improvements in the efficiency and productivity of work efforts.
4-H Celebration Week: Want to be a part of a virtual 4-H celebration this summer? We are looking into a virtual celebration of all things 4-H.
Want to help click here.
MSU Extension is excited to partner with the Michigan State Fair to launch an exciting new program for Michigan youth: the Michigan State Fair 4-H & Youth Virtual Showcase. This statewide showcase will provide a virtual platform for Michigan 4-H’ers and other youth to exhibit their work in all project areas and apply for $10,000 in scholarships. Michigan youth ages 5-19 are encouraged to participate. Registration will be opening soon! While classes are still being finalized, MSU Extension and the Michigan State Fair hope to celebrate all the projects and programs in which youth have developed skill and mastery. This includes livestock and companion animal classes such as showmanship, breeding and market classes, as well as still exhibits, educational projects and more.
Once open, registration will be available until August 23. There is no cost to participate and youth may engage in as many classes as they wish. Project evaluation will begin on August 24 with winners announced during the Michigan State Fair, September 3-7. Begin working on your project photos and videos now to ensure you’re ready to submit when registration opens! In addition to the opportunity to showcase their skills, recognize their accomplishments and receive constructive feedback for growth and development, participants in the Michigan State Fair 4-H & Youth Virtual Showcase will also have the opportunity to apply for $10,000 in scholarships. Applications and criteria are still being developed - more details about the scholarships and Michigan State Fair 4-H & Youth Virtual Showcase will be shared online at extension.msu.edu/MSF4HShowcase as details become available. We hope you will consider participating in this exciting new opportunity!
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Horse owners around the country look forward to summertime equestrian activities to get them through the winter months. Due to the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, many shows, trail rides and clubs have cancelled their live events. In a heartfelt effort to support horse enthusiasts, the MSU Extension Equine Team has put together a Summer Horse Care online course series and is offering it free of charge during 2020. Participants can earn a certificate for each of the following units:
- Unit 1: Routine Health Care – covers vaccinations, deworming, and dental care.
- Unit 2: Pasture Management – covers pasture planning, renovation, forage species, grazing management, and toxic plants.
- Unit 3: Manure Management – covers water quality, manure management options, and composting.
- Unit 4: Biosecurity – biosecurity protocol for equine and people, wildlife and insect control, and COVID-19 resources.
To learn more, go to www.myhorseuniversity.com/summer-horse-care-101.
August 25: 4-H Teen Tuesday - All About Chocolate Zoom Webinar
Current 4-H members ages 13-19 can connect each Tuesday with their peers across the state while learning about a wide array of 4-H project areas.
https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/august-25-4-h-teen-tuesday-100-cocoa-all-about-chocolate
August 25-27: Turn Your Passions Into Profits Entrepreneurship Camp Zoom Webinar
Find the entrepreneur in you with this free virtual camp. Interactive activities introduce the 4-H entrepreneurship project while you develop your business ideas and learn how to market.
https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/turn-your-passions-into-profits-entrepreneurship-camp
August 27: 4-H at 4 on Thursdays - Crafts Around the World Zoom Webinar
Youth will explore simple cultural traditional crafts from around the world. This session will feature yarn art from North America.
https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/august-27-crafts-around-the-world-north-america-yarn-art
For the most up-to-date events listing, go to http://4h.msue.msu.edu/events
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