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Kansas 4-H Tip Sheet

Friday, July 12, 2024

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

Kansas 4-H Thriving Study Update
As of July 11, we have a total of 553 surveys completed (295 responses from our 10-12 year old youth and 258 responses for our 13 and older youth). One more reminder will go out on Monday, July 15 and the survey will close on July 21.
The Other 4 H’s According to Mitch Holthus
Those of you who were at Discovery Days had the opportunity to hear Mitch Holthus, the voice of the Kansas City Chiefs, discuss the other 4 H’s. They are summarized in this article.

Upcoming Events

Thrive in 2025 – New 4-H Year Kick Off
SAVE THE DATE: Please save Tuesday, August 20, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. to join us as we share the items you will need to prepare your local extension unit for the new 4-H year.
Kansas 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes
The 2024 Kansas 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes will be hosted August 17-18 in Manhattan. This event includes the state 4-H livestock judging contest, meat judging contest, skillathon, and quiz bowl. Entries for all contests are due August 1.
48 Hours of 4-H 2024
SAVE THE DATE - 48 Hours of 4-H Service Challenge will be 12-13, 2024. Put the date in your calendar, watch for updates and plan to take part!

Project Information

2024 Kansas 4-H Wheat Expo
4-H Wheat Expo to be held August 12 in Manhattan.
State 4-H Horticulture Judging Contest
The State 4-H Horticulture Judging Contest will be held Saturday, August 10 on the K-State Campus in Manhattan. Please encourage your 4-H Members with that Horticulture Spark to take part!
2025 Kansas 4-H Wheat Variety Plot Contest
2025 Kansas 4-H Wheat Variety Plot sign-up
4-H Horse Safety Exam Results
4-H Horse Safety Exam results

Kansas State Fair

Kansas State Fair Grand Drive Livestock Entries Due
Grand Drive 25th logo
Entries for the Kansas State Fair Grand Drive are due July 15. All youth planning to show in the 4-H/FFA livestock show during the Kansas State Fair must submit their entries online by the deadline.

Professional Development

Save the Date: Achieving the Extension Mission Through Volunteers (AEMTV)
This national online cohort-based course is for novice and experienced Extension professionals in all program areas using volunteers to deliver programs. It will be held January 27 - March 14, 2025.

Other News

The Face of Invoicing and Volunteering Screening
Dana Barthelmas Portrait
I would like to reintroduce myself; my name is Dana Barthelmas (dabarthe@ksu.edu). I am the new program assistant/ front desk at the State 4-H Office. Here are some highlights and reminders for invoicing.
Workshop Proposals for 2024 Kansas Youth Leadership Forum - deadline extended
We are seeking workshop proposals for the 25th Annual Kansas Youth Leadership Forum. The proposal deadline has been extended to Wednesday, July 17.
National 4-H Conference and Youth 4-H Youth Leadership Council Applications
Kansas 4-H Youth Leadership Council and National 4-H Conference Applications are open!

Fair Resources

4-H Judges Database
4-H Judges Database available to assist with hiring fair judges.