4-H
Newsletter:
November 2007 Text Version
The change of season and time has quickly come and gone. With that, many changes with Kitsap County 4-H come your way as well.
First, we’d like to extend a warm welcome to our 2007/2008 4-H Council Executive Board.
President- Brian Coolbaugh
Vice President- Dave Scott
Treasurer- Kay Hibler
Secretary- Heather Blanchard
4-H Council meetings are held the first Thursday of every month with members and leaders always welcome.
Second, an enrollment fee has been established through the WSU-Kitsap County Extension Office. The price is $9 for regular projects and $10 for equine, ATV and leagues. These are due with enrollment, December 1, 2007.
Lastly, be alert for new teen events taking place throughout the county. We are re-establishing our Teen Advisory Council and want to get as much program input from teens as possible. Trainings will be offered alongside social events so check your emails as we plan the first stage next month.
As always, feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you might have. Have a wonderful fall!
Kelly Fisk
4-H Youth Development Educator
CONGRATULATIONS! To all Kitsap County and WA State 4-H Fair Participants and Winners!
~Kelly Fisk
The Washington State University-Kitsap County 4-H Office is proud of your efforts and accomplishments at this year’s county and state fair. You’ve helped create awareness in our 4-H program as well as state recognition for our Kitsap County fair with your participation.
Thank you for your dedication to your project and your teamwork with your club and other 4-H members and leaders.
State Shooting Sports Archery Training
~Kelly Fisk
The State 4-H Archery Training was held November 2-4, 2007 with more than 20 participants in attendance. More than 3/4 of the participants are from Kitsap County meaning more range opportunities might be coming your way.
Currently, there are 70+ archery members involved in the Flaming Arrows Kitsap County Archery Club. If you’re interested in joining the archery project, please contact me at 337-7162 so we can find the best club to fit your needs.
The Kitsap County Horse Leaders are collecting empty printer cartridges and used cell phones as a project fundraiser. Please contact Erin Fleischmann, 360-731-7561 or erinfleischmann@comcast.net, to donate yours today!
Mark your calendar! RECOGNITION NIGHT NOVEMBER 16, 2007!
Please make plans to attend the Kitsap County Recognition Night next Friday. It will be held at the Silverdale Community Center, Evergreen Room at 9729 Silverdale Way NW, Silverdale, WA.
The evening will start at 6:00 PM with a silent auction and dessert potluck. The Recognition Committee is asking everyone to please bring their favorite dessert dish to share. Beverages will be provided. The main recognition event will take place at 7:00 PM after the silent auction closes. We look forward to seeing you there.
New or hand-made Auction items are still being accepted and can be dropped off at the WSU-Kitsap County Extension Office at 345 6th St., Suite 550, Bremerton, WA. If you are creating an item to bring and need more time, please contact Chris Miller at 360-536-5763 or CHRIS98380@aol.com.
ENROLLMENT FORMS ARE DUE DECEMBER 1, 2007. Please see that these forms are turned into Vicki Avery ASAP. If you have questions regarding the new enrollment fee ($9 regular, $10 horse) please contact Kelly Fisk.
Interested in disseminating more information about your club? The cat club is taking advantage of a wonderful opportunity available to non-profits and want to spread their news. If you’re interested in FREE postcards or business cards for your club, contact Cindy Spencer via email at fivecats2@comcast.net for more information on how to get these great promo items.
Committee’s are being formed throughout the county! If you are interested in volunteering your time and talents to a 4-H committee, please contact Kelly to find an area of interest. 337-7162
If you haven’t heard, future 4-H newsletters will be emailed to all registered clubs and members on…
January 30, April 30, July 30, October 30
For submission information, please contact Kelly Fisk at 337-7162 with information a week before the delivery date. Thank you!
Country Living Association- Complimentary Membership to 4-H Members' Families
--Courtney Yuskis, Director of CLA
General Information
Country Living Association (CLA) was publicly launched on January 1, 2007. As of 4/10/07 we have nearly 9,000 members.
Our official publication is Living the Country Life, a Meredith Publication. Founding sponsors include John Deere and Nationwide Agribusiness/Allied Insurance. Additional sponsors and partners are Fastline publications and Farm Safety 4 Just Kids.
Our mission: To create and foster a community for like-minded people who share a passion for country living. We strive to connect members to each other and to sponsors and partners who truly understand and provide for the needs of a rural lifestyle.
Member benefits include a free subscription to Living the Country Life, a monthly e-newsletter, free online classifieds, special offers and promotions from sponsors, “Ask an Expert” advice and resource services, reduced rates to attend the regional clinics and national event, and product and service discounts.
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On behalf of Founding Sponsors Allied Insurance, Nationwide Agribusiness, and John Deere, complimentary memberships to the Country Living Association are being offered to families of 4-H members. The mission of this Association is to create and foster a community for like-minded people who share a passion for country living. We value the commitment of 4-H to promote leadership, citizenship, and life skills for youth, and wish to provide an additional means for both youth and their families to expand their knowledge. Through our website, five regional educational clinics, a National event in October, and our official publication – Living the Country Life – we offer connectivity to others with similar interests. To join the Country Living Association, go to www.countrylivingassociation.org and use the special code of 4H2007. Please contact Courtney Yuskis, Director of CLA, with any questions at (636) 449-5088 or yuskis@drakeco.com.
The Quality of School-Age Child Care in After-School Settings
Growing evidence tells us that quality after school programs can make a difference in children’s lives. But what defines quality in after school settings? This brief by HFRP’s Priscilla Little offers an overview of the features of high-quality after school settings, including an examination of key research on links between program quality and developmental outcomes. The brief, published by Child Care & Early Education Research Connections, also reviews current practice in program quality assessment, and a set of quality-related considerations for policy makers. You can read it online at: