1. 4-H Project Leader Training

2. 4-H Is 100 years old in 2002 Is 100 years old in 2002 Is nation wide - over 3000 counties in the US Is nation wide - over 3000 counties in the US Is world wide in over 50 countries Is world wide in over 50 countries Involves over six million youth and 100,00 adults in the United States Involves over six million youth and 100,00 adults in the United States Is grass roots with a state and national connection Is grass roots with a state and national connection

3. 4-H Youth Development 4-H is Youth Development 4-H is Youth Development Youth Development is helping kids acquire knowledge, attitudes, skills and values for success today and tomorrow Youth Development is helping kids acquire knowledge, attitudes, skills and values for success today and tomorrow

4. Kansas 4-H Mission and Vision MISSION of 4-H Youth Development: With unique strategies and opportunities, Kansas 4-H Youth Development engages youth in reaching their full potential through partnerships with caring adults. MISSION of 4-H Youth Development: With unique strategies and opportunities, Kansas 4-H Youth Development engages youth in reaching their full potential through partnerships with caring adults. VISION of 4-H Youth Development: A world where youth and adults advance positive life skills by learning, growing, and working together. VISION of 4-H Youth Development: A world where youth and adults advance positive life skills by learning, growing, and working together.

5. The Purpose of 4-H Youth Development Youth Development Intentional set of activities and experiences intended to develop life skills in youth Intentional set of activities and experiences intended to develop life skills in youth Do a Life Skills activity - build a child Do a Life Skills activity - build a child

6. Kansas4-H Life Skills

7. A Positive Self Concept - Youth develop a positive self concept by seeking their fullest unique potential as a person. A Positive Self Concept - Youth develop a positive self concept by seeking their fullest unique potential as a person. An Inquiring Mind - Youth develop an inquiring mind when he/she knows how to obtain information when it is needed and expects to live in a changing world. An Inquiring Mind - Youth develop an inquiring mind when he/she knows how to obtain information when it is needed and expects to live in a changing world. A Concern for the Community - Youth develop a concern for the community by becoming aware of his/her social responsibility, and is willing to be involved in improving the community, both local and global. A Concern for the Community - Youth develop a concern for the community by becoming aware of his/her social responsibility, and is willing to be involved in improving the community, both local and global. Healthy Interpersonal Relationships - Youth learn healthy interpersonal relationships when they get along with others, work and interact with people of all ages. Healthy Interpersonal Relationships - Youth learn healthy interpersonal relationships when they get along with others, work and interact with people of all ages. Sound Decision Making - Youth learn to make sound decisions when she/he makes choices and can apply what is known in a productive way. Sound Decision Making - Youth learn to make sound decisions when she/he makes choices and can apply what is known in a productive way.

8. 4-H Value Set Youth Development is the focus of everything we do Youth Development is the focus of everything we do Youth and Adult partnerships are essential to successful Youth Development Youth and Adult partnerships are essential to successful Youth Development Volunteerism is fundamental Volunteerism is fundamental Strength is attained from diversity across the entire range of 4-H experiences Strength is attained from diversity across the entire range of 4-H experiences

9. Ages and Stages

10. 7 AND 8 YEAR OLDS PHYSICAL GROWTH IS SLOW AND STEADY MASTERING PHYSICAL SKILL IS IMPORTANT “ACTIVE” LEARNING “SHOW AND TELL” IS IMPORTANT LEADER IS A ROLE MODEL BUILDING FRIENDSHIPS COOPERATIVE GAMES AND ACTIVITIES

11. 9, 10, 11 YEAR OLDS NEED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY “HANDS-ON” INVOLVEMENT ROLE MODEL IS CRITICAL “JOINERS” SELF-REWARD IS IMPORTANT MORE RESPONSIBILITY ACCEPTANCE BY PEERS

12. 12, 13, AND 14 YEAR-OLDS VARIETY OF PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT MOVING FROM CONCRETE TO MORE ABSTRACT THINKING SMALL GROUP INTERACTIONS ARE THE BEST AWAY-FROM-HOME ACTIVITIES HELP DEVELOP INDEPENDENCE OPINIONS OF PEERS IS IMPORTANT EMOTIONS ARE ON A ROLLER COASTER RIDE AVOID COMPARING YOUNG PEOPLE WITH EACH OTHER

13. 15 AND OLDER IDENTIFICATION OF OWN ABILITIES AND TALENTS LOOKING AT THE FUTURE ABSTRACT THINKING HIGHER AND MORE CHALLENGING LEADERSHIP ROLES LEADER/MEMBER = ADVISOR/INDEPENDENT WORKER “SELF” IS IMPORTANT INDEPENDENCE AND IDENTITY IS IMPORTANT DEVELOPMENT INTO SELF-DIRECTED LEARNERS

14. Experiential Education Model Do Reflect Apply

15. Experiential Education Model Experience the activity do it. Share the results, reactions, observations publicly Process discuss, look at the experience; analyze, reflect Generalize to connect the experience to real- world examples. Apply what was learned to a similar or different situation; practice.

16. 4-H Project Leader Purpose: Provide Leadership/Teaching in a specific subject matter area to a small group of 4-Hers and assist them to develop life skills Purpose: Provide Leadership/Teaching in a specific subject matter area to a small group of 4-Hers and assist them to develop life skills

17. 4-H Project Leader Responsibilities Organize the project group Organize the project group Communicate with members and families Communicate with members and families Schedule and arrange for the project meetings Schedule and arrange for the project meetings Conduct/teach project meetings Conduct/teach project meetings Become familiar with purposes of 4-H and the project Become familiar with purposes of 4-H and the project Start early, give time to complete the project Start early, give time to complete the project Use 4-H project manual and record book Use 4-H project manual and record book Use hands on teaching activities (Experiential Education) Use hands on teaching activities (Experiential Education) Supplement with own and community resources Supplement with own and community resources Help members complete project exhibit(s) Help members complete project exhibit(s) Help members complete project record book Help members complete project record book Attend overall club meetings when possible Attend overall club meetings when possible Complete Kansas 4-H VIP process (new leaders) Complete Kansas 4-H VIP process (new leaders)

18. 4-H Project Leader Assistance 4-H Community Club Leader 4-H Community Club Leader New Leader meetings. 4-H project manual, record books and leaders guides. Other project leaders in your subject area. County/District-wide leaders meetings. Area and State Leaders training Sessions. K-State Research and Extension Office.

19. 4-H Project Leader Time Commitment: Time Commitment: One 4-H Year, October to September One 4-H Year, October to September Project meeting; at a time, place and frequency as determined by you and the 4-Hers. Project meeting; at a time, place and frequency as determined by you and the 4-Hers. Average time per meeting an hour to an hour and a half plus preparation time Average time per meeting an hour to an hour and a half plus preparation time Estimated total 25 – 30 hours Estimated total 25 – 30 hours

20. 4-H Project Leader Benefits: Benefits: Opportunity to help youth and the community. Opportunity to learn more about the project subject. Get to know and interact positively with young people. Opportunity to contribute the future of the community and its youth. Sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.

21. 4-H Project Leader Qualifications: Qualifications: Interest in helping youth. Interest in 4-H educational programs. Knowledge in or willingness to learn about subject matter to be lead (taught). Ability to organize and coordinate. Ability to communicate with youth and adults.

22. Resources for 4-H Project Leaders Kansas 4-H Leader Notebooks Kansas 4-H Leader Notebooks National 4-H Project Activity Guides National 4-H Project Activity Guides National 4-H Project Helper Guides National 4-H Project Helper Guides Community resources Community resources Your own knowledge and experiences Your own knowledge and experiences Internet – other State 4-H sites Internet – other State 4-H sites Commercial sites Commercial sites

23. Volunteer Code of Ethics

24. As a Kansas 4-H Volunteer, I will: 1. Treat youth with respect, caring and acceptance. I know that all young people have skills and talents which can be used to help others and improve their community. 2. Honor my volunteer commitment. I will strive to live up to my volunteer time commitment by working the hours needed to fulfill the role I have accepted. 3. Keep records, distribute materials and support the 4-H system. I will distribute 4-H materials to youths and adults, keep the required records and turn them in on time. I will assist youth and adults with enrollment, active participation, and recognition.

25. 4. Follow established guidelines for keeping financial records and handling 4-H funds and bank accounts. 5. Seek training for my volunteer role. I will participate in meetings, self study, or other training programs which will help me work more effectively with young people and adults. 6. Make all reasonable efforts to assure equal access to participation for all youth and adults, regardless of race, creed, color, sex, national origin, age, or disability. 7. Provide a safe environment. I will not harm youth or adults in any way, whether through sexual harassment, physical force, verbal or mental abuse, neglect, or other harmful experiences.

26. 8. Not use alcohol or any illegal substances (or be under its influences) while working with or being responsible for youth, or allow youth to do so while under my supervision. 9. Operate machinery, vehicles, and other equipment in a safe and responsible manner. When operating a motor vehicle, I will have a valid driver’s license and the legally required insurance coverage. 10. Role-model the character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. 11. Promote the responsible stewardship of livestock and/or companion animal projects. 12. Obey the laws of the locality, state and nation.

27. 13. Work as a “team player” for the good of all persons. I will work cooperatively with other adult volunteers for the good of all those involved in the program. 14. Work within the 4-H system. As a 4-H volunteer, I am accountable to the local club, the county Extension Executive Board/District Governing Body, Kansas 4-H Youth Program, the Kansas Cooperative Extension Service, and Kansas State University for my actions. (Your original VIP is on file at the Extension Office)