Thursday, July 17, 2025
The Kansas 4-H Tip Sheet is a monthly newsletter that provides valuable information to local Extension offices, as well as Kansas 4-H families. The deadlines posted may be different than those set by local Extension offices. In addition, local Extension offices may not be able to provide chaperones and/or transportation to statewide Kansas 4-H events, programs, trainings and activities. Always check with your local Extension office before registering.
From the 4-H Program Leader
Update on the Kansas 4-H Thrive Study – Wave Two
This is an exciting time for Kansas 4-H. As we continue through the second year of the Kansas 4-H Thrive Study, we need your help! We have invited 4-H youth age 10 and up to participate in a survey to tell us about their experience in 4-H.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah E. Maass | July 17, 2025
Deadlines
KJLS Show Entries Due August 15
The deadline to enter the Kansas Junior Livestock Show (KJLS) is August 15. The entry link will open August 1 on the KJLS website. All exhibitors must enter their nominated market animals, commercial breeding females, and registered breeding animals.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Lexie Hayes | July 17, 2025
Upcoming Events
Reminder to Save the Date: 2025 New 4-H Year Kick-Off
Please save Tuesday, August 19, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. to join us as your 4-H Team will share the items you will need to prepare your local extension unit for the new 4-H year.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah E. Maass | July 17, 2025
Cool Careers Video Production Contest
Cool Careers Video production contest deadline is August 1st.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Amy Collins | July 17, 2025
State 4-H Horticulture Judging Contest
Registration for the Kansas 4-H State Horticulture Judging Contest is open!
Read full announcement | Submitted by Beth Hinshaw | July 17, 2025
4-H Wheat Expo
2025 4-H Wheat Expo Registration Open
Read full announcement | Submitted by Kelsey Nordyke | July 17, 2025
4-H Online
4-H Online: End-of-Year Prep and Program Year Rollover Timeline
To prepare for the October 1 start of the new 4-H program year, counties should complete all rollover tasks by September 19 and plan any youth sponsorships in advance.
Read full announcement | Submitted by McKenzie Zimmermann | July 17, 2025
Project Information
4-H Horse Safety Results
Did your 4-H members pass the horse safety exam?
Read full announcement | Submitted by Kelsey Nordyke | July 17, 2025
2026 4-H Wheat Variety Plot Sign Up Open
Sign up today for the 2026 4-H Wheat Variety Plot Contest
Read full announcement | Submitted by Kelsey Nordyke | July 17, 2025
Curriculum and Publications
4-H Achievement Pin Order Update
The K-State Extension Bookstore is in the process of updating the 4-H Achievement Pin order form. Watch for more information later in July or the first part of August.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah E. Maass | July 17, 2025
Kansas State Fair
Communication Opportunities at the State Fair
Your 4-H members may have qualified for 4-H Communications Classes at the State Fair during 4-H Club Day or another local 4-H Communication Contest.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Beth Hinshaw | July 17, 2025
Kansas State Fair 4-H Entomology Division Needs Youth Volunteers
Agents—Help Us Spread the Word! 4-H Entomology looking for youth volunteers for KSF
Read full announcement | Submitted by Zaira Ruiz | July 17, 2025
Kansas State Fair Grand Drive Entries Due
Entries for the Kansas State Fair Grand Drive are due July 15. All exhibitors must follow the link posted on the Grand Drive website to enter nominated market animals, commercial breeding females, and registered breeding females.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Lexie Hayes | July 17, 2025
Professional Development
Save the Dates for the Kansas 4-H Program Rally
Local 4-H Staff: please save January 27-29, 2026, for the Kansas 4-H Program Rally.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Beth Hinshaw | July 17, 2025
Program Information
National 4-H Conference and Youth 4-H Youth Leadership Council Applications
The online application for the Kansas 4-H Youth Leadership Council and National 4-H Conference is now open! Applications are due October 1, 2025.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Beth Hinshaw | July 17, 2025
Registration for 48 Hours of 4-H Projects is Open
Kansas 4-H Clubs are known for service in their communities. 48 Hours of 4-H gives us a chance to concentrate on service to our communities on one weekend!
Read full announcement | Submitted by Beth Hinshaw | July 17, 2025
Livestock Sweepstakes Information Available
The 2025 Kansas 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes will be hosted August 23-24 on the K-State campus in Manhattan. Rules and information are posted on the youth livestock program website. Youth must be entered through their local extension office by August 1.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Lexie Hayes | July 17, 2025
Fair Resources
4-H Judges Database
Judges Database open for submissions.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Kelsey Nordyke | July 17, 2025
4-H Horse Show Checklist
A checklist for members to test their readiness to show.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Kelsey Nordyke | July 17, 2025