Hello 4-Hers,
I hope you all are enjoying your summer so far. I have been busy working on camp counselor work and also for my display for the Lycoming County Fair. I had the opportunity in June here to attend 4-H camp as a counselor and help the younger kids. I am also working on my State Day things, which include memorizing my lines for opening and also for my podcast. I hope that you will attend State Days so you can meet new members and even compete in a contest.
Right now I am busy working on my STAR event for the one club I was involved in at school, because I made it to the National Meeting in Florida.
My horses are another important factor right now because I show almost every weekend getting them ready for my 4-H round up. In my horse club we had our quality insurance meeting that I got to help with. It was nice being able to teach the younger children on how to be safe around there horses.
I am enjoying my second to last year in 4-H and I will most defiantly miss it but the friends I made will stay with me.
Until next time
Justine Bush
Friday, June 27, 2008
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
The Clover Clipboard!
Hello fellow 4-Hers!
As some of you know that 4-H has a monthly newsletter created by the entire council by what they do each month! An added little quark is that it’s reported to you by one of the council members.
In each issue it includes a report of what each member has been doing throughout the month, a review/preview of a 4-H event, and a “Spotlight” article on a different member each month. The Clover Clipboard can be found at http://ps4-hc.cas.psu.edu/206.htm . You should definitely check it out!
Hope to see you soon!
Your PS4-HC News Reporter!
~Abby Dressler!*
As some of you know that 4-H has a monthly newsletter created by the entire council by what they do each month! An added little quark is that it’s reported to you by one of the council members.
In each issue it includes a report of what each member has been doing throughout the month, a review/preview of a 4-H event, and a “Spotlight” article on a different member each month. The Clover Clipboard can be found at http://ps4-hc.cas.psu.edu/206.htm . You should definitely check it out!
Hope to see you soon!
Your PS4-HC News Reporter!
~Abby Dressler!*
Try New Things This Summer!
Greetings 4-Hers!
As the summer season is approaching, you’ll find you’re opportunities are growing. It’s always surprising what new experiences can bring you. Sometimes stepping outside your box is just what you need to find what you’ve all along been looking for.
For instance, attending a different event or a exploring a new project will open your eyes to a field you didn‘t know existed. From experience, I didn’t know think I could ever uphold a leadership position until I went to camp as a counselor at our regional 4-H camp. After something so fun, found myself wanting to become more active!
Which eventually got me to where I am now. So if an opportunity arises, take it with all the ambition you can muster. No matter how hard it may be!
Until next time,
Your State Council News Reporter,
~Abby Dressler!*
As the summer season is approaching, you’ll find you’re opportunities are growing. It’s always surprising what new experiences can bring you. Sometimes stepping outside your box is just what you need to find what you’ve all along been looking for.
For instance, attending a different event or a exploring a new project will open your eyes to a field you didn‘t know existed. From experience, I didn’t know think I could ever uphold a leadership position until I went to camp as a counselor at our regional 4-H camp. After something so fun, found myself wanting to become more active!
Which eventually got me to where I am now. So if an opportunity arises, take it with all the ambition you can muster. No matter how hard it may be!
Until next time,
Your State Council News Reporter,
~Abby Dressler!*
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Wrapping Up a School Year, Getting Serious About 4-H!
I'm counting down the four days of school I have left, and getting serious about my 4-H projects. I've been busy with my studies and sports but they are all wrapped up now. Lately I've been reciting my lines for the skit at State Days to my whole family. I think they've heard more than enough.
I had my first dog class at my new club this past week. It was a lot of fun to get to spend time with many new young members (and their pups). I also recently purchased the materials I need for my sewing project. I'm making my Christmas dance gown. I'm excited to have one of a kind!
A few weeks ago I decided I wasn’t busy enough, and applied at my local King’s Restaurant. I was hired on the spot! My summer is going to be busy, interesting, and fun. I’m so excited I just can’t wait!
Keep checking for more!!
Emily Gabriel
I had my first dog class at my new club this past week. It was a lot of fun to get to spend time with many new young members (and their pups). I also recently purchased the materials I need for my sewing project. I'm making my Christmas dance gown. I'm excited to have one of a kind!
A few weeks ago I decided I wasn’t busy enough, and applied at my local King’s Restaurant. I was hired on the spot! My summer is going to be busy, interesting, and fun. I’m so excited I just can’t wait!
Keep checking for more!!
Emily Gabriel
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Hello 4-Her's
Well, I'm very excited to tell everyone that I am FINALLY finished with school!! So now that summer is started, I am in full swing with the 4-H “stuff”.
I've been shearing sheep walking pigs and breaking horses.I have also been working on things for State Days (it's going to be LOTS of fun!!)
I really love summer because I can just get out there and have fun!
I hope everyone is doing well and I would like to wish everyone good luck with their projects and can't wait to see everyone at Penn State for State Days!!
Your State Council Secretary,
RACHEL~
I've been shearing sheep walking pigs and breaking horses.I have also been working on things for State Days (it's going to be LOTS of fun!!)
I really love summer because I can just get out there and have fun!
I hope everyone is doing well and I would like to wish everyone good luck with their projects and can't wait to see everyone at Penn State for State Days!!
Your State Council Secretary,
RACHEL~
Summers coming!!
Hello 4-H’ers,
Summer is soon approaching and that means no school and more time to do 4-H related activities. I am very excited for the summer months along with horse shows and traveling. During the month of May I have done some things for the 4-H world. I have talked to a woman at a local horse show about 4-H and my role as a State Council member. I am also working on an article for my county’s newsletter for the month of June. My council members and I had our first phone conference and it was very different - for me at least. The next couple of months are busy for us as we start to prepare for our next big event: State Achievement Days. Good luck as you prepare for your contest, I hope to see you there!
For now, Good Luck to the seniors graduating this year and also to everyone that is showing animals!
Until Next Time,
Justine Bush
State Vice President of Operations
Summer is soon approaching and that means no school and more time to do 4-H related activities. I am very excited for the summer months along with horse shows and traveling. During the month of May I have done some things for the 4-H world. I have talked to a woman at a local horse show about 4-H and my role as a State Council member. I am also working on an article for my county’s newsletter for the month of June. My council members and I had our first phone conference and it was very different - for me at least. The next couple of months are busy for us as we start to prepare for our next big event: State Achievement Days. Good luck as you prepare for your contest, I hope to see you there!
For now, Good Luck to the seniors graduating this year and also to everyone that is showing animals!
Until Next Time,
Justine Bush
State Vice President of Operations
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
TIME FLIES WHEN YOU'RE HAVING FUN!!!!
Hello again fellow 4-Hers! It seems like the last few months have just flown by. Capital Days was the week of April 13th, and I had the chance to meet some 4-H members who were very interested in how our state government is run. (Plus I got to show off some of my dance moves on Monday night.) Personally, I learned a lot about state government, passing bills, making laws, and more. I was very excited to get to meet and spend time with Mr. Mark Singel, our former Luitenant Governor, in Pennsylvania, plus other Pennsylvania dignitaries! At the closing ceremony, State Council members passed out small brochures that had state leadership conference information, plus the service learning project information on it.
The 2008 leadership conference date has been moved up! Save the dates January 30th thru February 1st. Circle your calendar! Keep an eye out for all the early bird registration information. The "Dive Into Leadership" theme is pretty "fishtastic", if you ask me. Finally, I want everyone to "Check Out the Silver" , which is the 2008 statewide service learning project. Our goal is to collect pop tabs all year long, and then remember to bring the to the conference. The pop tabs will be transformed into money, which is then donated to "Ronald McDonald Houses." The more regions that take part, the more people we can help out. As a reward for participation, the region that brings in the most will be recognized during the closing ceremony.
That's all for now,
Emily Gabriel
The 2008 leadership conference date has been moved up! Save the dates January 30th thru February 1st. Circle your calendar! Keep an eye out for all the early bird registration information. The "Dive Into Leadership" theme is pretty "fishtastic", if you ask me. Finally, I want everyone to "Check Out the Silver" , which is the 2008 statewide service learning project. Our goal is to collect pop tabs all year long, and then remember to bring the to the conference. The pop tabs will be transformed into money, which is then donated to "Ronald McDonald Houses." The more regions that take part, the more people we can help out. As a reward for participation, the region that brings in the most will be recognized during the closing ceremony.
That's all for now,
Emily Gabriel
"President's Message"
Hello Everyone! I’m State Council President Danielle Shaffer and I hope everyone’s 4-H year has started out great. I can tell you mine sure has!
State Council has been very busy lately, beginning to plan for State Day’s and the State Leadership Conference. You may have seen us at Capital Days this month. The event I most enjoyed was meeting with Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Dennis Wolff. He gave us some insights to current legislation dealing with agriculture. Another big event at Capital Days was the mock legislative session. I had the duty to preside over this event that allowed the 4-H members to put the skills they learned at previous workshops into action. It was definitely an interesting experience for me.
In my home county of Somerset, we recently held our annual presentation contest. Upon the conclusion of judging, the winning speeches were presented on stage. Topics included the importance of preserving the Black Rhino, keeping our family history alive, organic farming and hemispheric dominance of our brains. It was a great evening for all who attended!
Well, once again I send best wishes to all of you. I know this is a crazy time of year for most people. I am busy, too, with preparations for graduation and college!
Yours in green,
Danielle Shaffer
State Council President
State Council has been very busy lately, beginning to plan for State Day’s and the State Leadership Conference. You may have seen us at Capital Days this month. The event I most enjoyed was meeting with Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Dennis Wolff. He gave us some insights to current legislation dealing with agriculture. Another big event at Capital Days was the mock legislative session. I had the duty to preside over this event that allowed the 4-H members to put the skills they learned at previous workshops into action. It was definitely an interesting experience for me.
In my home county of Somerset, we recently held our annual presentation contest. Upon the conclusion of judging, the winning speeches were presented on stage. Topics included the importance of preserving the Black Rhino, keeping our family history alive, organic farming and hemispheric dominance of our brains. It was a great evening for all who attended!
Well, once again I send best wishes to all of you. I know this is a crazy time of year for most people. I am busy, too, with preparations for graduation and college!
Yours in green,
Danielle Shaffer
State Council President
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
HEY~
Howdy Everyone!
Rachel your 4-H State Concil Secretary here! Hope everyone around the state is doing great!! Well I know I've been really busy these last couple of weeks since Capital Days. But we have we have to recover because State Acheivment Days is coming up before you know it!! On August 5th-7th you can head out to State College for a fun filled time!! I 've also been really busy with my projects for 4-H!! I was so excited t oget my pigs and I've been working really hard with my sheep too!! Good Luck to everyone on there projects for this year!! Can't wait to see everyone soon!!
~Rachel~
Rachel your 4-H State Concil Secretary here! Hope everyone around the state is doing great!! Well I know I've been really busy these last couple of weeks since Capital Days. But we have we have to recover because State Acheivment Days is coming up before you know it!! On August 5th-7th you can head out to State College for a fun filled time!! I 've also been really busy with my projects for 4-H!! I was so excited t oget my pigs and I've been working really hard with my sheep too!! Good Luck to everyone on there projects for this year!! Can't wait to see everyone soon!!
~Rachel~
Monday, April 28, 2008
Hello 4-Hers
State Council has been active this month with many different activities. We had our first big event, Capital Days. At Capital Days we had the opportunity to meet with your representatives, participate in mock legislative visits and the ability to meet other 4-H members from across the state. I have also been busy myself with council activities and other activities that I am involved in. At the end of March I was able to attend the Central Region Teen Retreat, where I met some 4-Hers from the northern part of the Central Region. At the retreat my fellow Council member Abby and I held a team builder at the beginning and also held a workshop on different teen opportunities. Back in my home counties I have been attending my own club meetings and also giving presentations in them. I am looking forward to upcoming events like State Achievement Days.
Until next blog
Justine
Until next blog
Justine
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