1 Mississippi 4-H On TRAC “ Taking Revitalization to All Clubs” (insert county name) Mississippi State University Extension Service 4-H Youth Programs

2 What is 4-H on TRAC? vA program planning process designed to strengthen the local and county 4-H program by making it educational, interactive and fun.

3 Successful 4-H members and clubs require: vFamilies involved in supporting their 4-H member’s 4-H project and participation in local and county programs. vAll families and 4-H members share in leadership and responsibilities of being a member of the 4-H organization.

4 Local 4-H Programs should develop life skills. vDecision-making skills vCooperation vLeadership vGroup communications vTry new ideas vGain new knowledge and skills vPride in group endeavors vBuild self-confidence

5 A 4-H meeting should be: vOn a regular schedule vRun by youth officers & supervised by adults vOrganized vFun vEducational vProviding recognition and peer support vSupported by positive contact with adults

6 Parts of a 4-H Club Meeting  Opening Ceremony  Monthly Business Meeting  Educational Program  Speeches/demonstrations  Recreation  Refreshments

7 Another look at a 4-H Meeting Business Call to Order Opening with Pledges and Ritual Roll call/sign in Introduction of Guests Minutes & Correspondence Treasurer’s Report Reports of Committees Unfinished Business New Business Announcements Adjournment Program or Education Talks & Demonstrations by Members Judging Activity or Project Lesson Opportunities to Learn by Doing Guest Speakers, Films, etc. Special Tours or Group Activities Recreation & Refreshments Games, skits, plays, parties, songs, etc.. Snacks or meal Business Recreation Education 50% 33% 17%

8 A 4-H meeting should: vStart on Time vEnd in less than an 1 1/2 hours vRun by youth officers vAdult supervision vUse parliamentary procedure vBe educational and fun vProviding for member recognition

9 Local 4-H Club Team v4-H Member vLocal club officers vOrganizational Leader vProject Leader(s) vActivity Leader(s) vParents/Families

10 Today’s Task: vBreak into club teams and plan the year. vUse the Monthly 4-H Meeting Planning Guide. Be sure the following are done today: vEducational Program or Activity vCounty Event Preparation/Lesson vClub Community Service Project vFollowing today’s meeting complete other information on the guide and follow-up with responsibility assignments. Taking Revitalization to All Clubs

11 4-H Plan of Action Component I v4-H Mission and Vision vRole of Parent, Volunteer Leader, Youth Officers and Extension Agents vComponents of a Good Meeting vAvailable Resources

12 4-H Plan of Action Component II  Schedule meeting on a regular date  Plan 6-8 educational programs  Plan a Service- Learning project  Plan a fun activity (party, tour, picnic)  Determine leadership needs  Plan a visibility project

13 County & State Expectations vClub completes yearly program plan vYearly plan is duplicated vPlan is distributed to members vOfficer training is provided Taking Revitalization to All Counties

14 Extension Agents Provide: vResources vOrientation & training vSupport and encouragement vFollow-up and evaluation

15 Certificate of Training for 4-H Volunteer  Complete volunteer enrollment application  Behavioral guidelines  Three trainings per year  Volunteer Organization meetings