4-H Newsletter - March 3, 2023

NEW

Herter-O'Neal Scholarship

Nominations for 2023 are being sought for a $1000 scholarship offered by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Administrative Professionals Association (NCCEAPA) through March 21, 2023. The scholarship is available to North Carolina residents pursuing a college degree (Associates and/or Bachelors) or a diploma program that results in a college degree (Associates and/or Bachelors) in business or a business-related field of study. Applicants must be enrolled to attend classes at a college during the 2023-2024 school year.

The scholarship is awarded annually to honor the work and dedication of Edith Herter and Frances O’Neal, co-leaders in forming the NCCEAPA in 1973.

Deadline: March 21, 2023
Contact: Susan Johnson, Administrative Coordinator
Address: Cumberland County Cooperative Extension
301 East Mountain Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28306
Phone: 910-321-6405
E-Mail: susan_johnson@ncsu.edu
Cumberland County, North Carolina

Qualified applicants interested in applying for this scholarship can obtain an application packet from the financial aid office at their local community college or local high school. Applications can also be obtained by contacting Susan Johnson at the Cumberland County Center of North Carolina Cooperative Extension at 910-321-6405 or susan_johnson@ncsu.edu or by visiting the office at 301 East Mountain Drive, Fayetteville, NC or by visiting the Cumberland County Cooperative Extension website: https://cumberland.ces.ncsu.edu/

NEW

Summer Staff Needed at Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center!

Do you have what it takes to be a staff member at Betsy-Jeff Penn? Ready for a summer filled with memories and amazing experiences?

We are looking for responsible and enthusiastic individuals who can serve as role models and mentors for summer camp 2023, June 4 through August 6. Staff live, play, sing, eat and assist in the supervision of campers throughout the summer.

Most qualified candidates will possess: Patience, fairness, playfulness, compassion, great listening skills, and the ability to adapt. Summer staff provides meaningful experiences to youth from around he country. Camp staff can make a positive impact on the campers they lead. The position demands great responsibility and compassion. You will be on call 24/6. It is also one of the most gratifying experiences you'll have.

You will be contributing to many wonderful memories in addition to having the greatest summer ever while making lifelong friends.

Other Positions Available at the Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Educational Center Include:
Cabin Counselors, Adventure Counselors, Activity Specialists (Aquatics, Horseback Riding, Archery, Arts & Crafts, and Climbing Wall) and Lead Counselors (experience required).

Work Schedule:
Will coincide with the 2023 Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center Camp schedule. Most workweeks will begin around noon on Sunday and end around 1 p.m. on Friday. You will be with campers Sunday through Friday.

Forty-plus hours per week. Approximate employment from June 4 through August 6, 2023. Actual dates may vary based on position. Required to live on site, work Sunday - Friday. Applicants will live in a cabin while supervising groups of campers.

First year staff start out at $300 weekly, including Sunday dinner - Friday lunch meals and room and board for the summer.

For additional information click on this link: https://nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/2023/02/nc-4-h-camps-2023-summer-camp-employment-opportunities/

Apply for employment: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/178819

Please contact Allison Ledford, anledfor@ncsu.edu or 336.349.9445, at BJP directly with questions.

Dr. Kim Ingold 4-H Photography Contest

The Dr. Kim Ingold 4-H Photography Contest is a statewide annual contest that highlights North Carolina 4-H'ers photographic achievements. The winning photos will be premiered during the National 4-H Week and displayed on the North Carolina 4-H Photography Contest website.

There is a new photography category, Special Effects and a new age division, Adult Division, 19+ as of 1/1 this year.
Click here for more information: https://nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/youth-3/north-carolina-4-h-photo-contest/

Things to Remember when submitting entries:
Entries are DUE August 17, 2023 before 5 pm, EST
Entries must be submitted by the 4-H Agent/PA
  4-H Professionals, Click HERE to submit entries
Photographs MUST BE SUBMITTED at the highest image resolution possible
Photographs can not exceed 10 GB
Photograph MUST BE SAVED AS:
AgeDivision_PhotograpyCategory_FirstName_LastName_2023
FOR EXAMPLE:
Junior Special Effects Photo for Chris Clover saved as: Jr_Effects_Chris_Clover_2023
Senior Nature’s Beauty Photo for Kris Clover saved as: Sr_Nature_Kris_Clover_2023
Adult 4-H in Action Photo Cris Clover saved as: Adult_Action_Cris_Clover_2023

Please help your 4-H'ers discover these while participating in our photography contest:

Highlight NC 4-H’ers’ photographic achievements
Allow 4-H’ers to be creative and EXPLORE the 4-H Photography Curriculum
Help 4-H’ers to research how to take the best picture
Encourage 4-H’ers to Practice, Practice, Practice!!
Take 100 pictures to capture the one perfect image
Connect 4-H’ers with a professional photographer
Have FUN!!

2023 Social Media Toolkit
JOANN POS (Point of Sale) Campaign!

National 4-H Council is promoting a fundraising opportunity in our state. Funds from this event is managed like the Paper Clover funds generated by TSC (Tractor Supply Company) events but the targeted use of the funds is varied.

JOANN POS Campaign

January 31 – May 1, 2023
During the promotional timeframe, customers can donate or roundup at checkout in JOANN stores to support 4-H.
100% of donations support 4-H with 70% going back to the state where those funds were raised.

4-H Online 2.0-How to Enroll

Please see the attached letter that details information that will make your enrollment and re-enrollment much easier. If you were enrolled in the system last year, you will not have to set up a brand new account. Your login information is the same. Please reach out if you need assistance or need your password reset.

Adults, please note that in the information transfer many of our volunteers and adult birthdates were changed. Unfortunately, you will need to go in and add your actual date of birth.

Also note that you will need to determine a club affiliation in order for your
application to go through. If you are not in a particular club, please select
Member at Large (Cumberland County).

Please refer to the letter attached and contact the 4-H office if you have any questions.
4-H Online Enrollment/Re-Enrollment Family Letter 2022
4-H Online Family Enrollment Packet Information

4-H Online Re-Enrollment Packet for Youth and Volunteers
NC 4-H Online Enrollment Website 2.0

NC State University and N.C. A&T State University work in tandem, along with federal, state and local governments, to form a strategic partnership called N.C. Cooperative Extension.

Extension's 4-H program is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina. We help over 247,000 young people grow into active, contributing citizens each year.

Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made by 10 days before the event to Jessica Drake, 4-H Extension agent, jessica_drake@ncsu.edu or 910-321-6867.

NC State University provides equal opportunity and affirmative action efforts, and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or veteran status. NC State University, N.C. A&T State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture and local governments cooperating.