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4-H First Quarter Newsletter
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Robowolves Back In Action!
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On Saturday, January 8th, the Anson County 4-H robotics club kicked off their robotics season after a one-year hiatus due to COVID. The last time the Robowolves competed was two years ago at the FIRST Robotics district competition at UNC-Pembroke when they placed first. Although going through a rebuild season, the 3661 RoboWolves were excited about brainstorming, designing, and
building a robot for this year’s competition. 4-H Club Leader and Anson Senior High science teacher, Steffany Labree continues to do an amazing job providing an awesome learning opportunity for youth and she is optimistic about the season. The Robowolves will compete again this Saturday at UNC-Pembroke for the 2022 FIRST Robotics competition. Good luck RoboWolves!
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Winter Enrichment is hosted annually in our district, the South-Central District, which consists of 19 counties and is open to teenagers between the
ages of 13 and 18. This is a teen leadership opportunity for teens to participate in a business meeting, workshops, cultural experiences, and other fun, engaging activities. On Saturday, January 15, Cabarrus County hosted the 2022 South Central District’s Winter Enrichment at the Gem Theatre in Kannapolis, NC. The day included a business meeting, group activities, a viewing of the movie: Hidden Figures, and a scavenger hunt in downtown Kannapolis!
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Anson Youth Leadership Forum Pt. 4
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On Monday, January 24th, Anson County 4-H partnered with HOLLA!, The Caraway Foundation, and The Anson County Chamber of Commerce for the fourth installment of the Anson Youth Leadership Forum
series. This forum highlighted some of the small businesses in Anson County as well as a few virtual businesses that have emerged. The goal of the forum was to encourage youth to consider the entrepreneurship pathway but also to help youth understand how small businesses fit into the larger community and affect economic growth and development. Participating businesses included Cohen Virtual Education Academy, Studio 256, Spotlight Fitness, The Ability Development Group, Incorporated, and The Speckled Paw. Youth entrepreneurs included Celebrity Cupcake NC and Hog Wild Farms.
The Youth Leadership Forum was recorded and is available for viewing on the NC
Cooperative Extension - Anson County YouTube channel:
Anson Youth Leadership Forum Pt. 4 - Small Businesses |
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NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders' Conference and Spring Volunteer
Training.
There was some back and forth on whether or not the 2022 Volunteer Leaders' Conference would be held in-person but ultimately the conference was canceled due to COVID. The Association still met virtually on Saturday, February 5 from 10:00 - 11:30 am for a business meeting. The statewide business meeting included electing state officers and voting on bylaw and constitution changes. After the statewide meeting, districts had the opportunity to go into breakout rooms for district business meetings. The Volunteer Leaders' Conference committee is planning to have a face-to-face Spring Training Day where they will recognize award
winners and host workshops and networking opportunities. This event will be on May 21, 2022 at the Jane McKimmon Center in Raleigh. 4-H Volunteers interested in learning more about the Spring NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders' Training Day or submitting a workshop proposal visit:
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4-H Achievement & Volunteer Leaders' Appreciation
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On Tuesday, February 22nd, Anson County 4-H hosted its annual 4-H Achievement Night and Volunteer Leaders' Appreciation Ceremony. Achievement Night is an event is to honor and recognize Anson County 4-H’ers for their accomplishments from the previous year as well as the 4-H Volunteer Leaders' and 4-H
supporters who have given their time and efforts to assist with 4-H programs. Zoe Martin was the Anson County Outstanding 4-H'er! Congratulations!
The 4-H Achievement & Volunteer Leaders Appreciation Night was recorded and is available for viewing on the NC Cooperative Extension - Anson County YouTube channel:
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Anson Youth Leadership Forum Pt.5
In honor of Black History Month, the fifth installment of the Anson Youth Leadership Forum series focused on Dr. King’s “I have a dream speech”. Participants discussed how they are living the dream in Anson County as well as the areas where we can improve to better achieve Dr. King’s dream. Guest panelist included Leon Gatewood, CEO of HOLLA and Reverend Heather McIntyre.
The Youth Leadership Forum was recorded and is available for viewing on the NC Cooperative Extension - Anson County YouTube channel:
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| 4-H Outing to Charlotte Hornets game on Saturday, March 19th!
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Anson Youth Leadership Forum Pt. 6
The sixth leadership forum highlighted a few non-profit organizations in Anson County and the societal benefits they offer our community. Participating nonprofits included Anson County 4-H Youth Promise, Anson County Partnership for Children, New Rural Project, and The Caraway Foundation,
The Youth Leadership Forum was recorded and is available for viewing on the NC Cooperative Extension - Anson County YouTube
channel:
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Enroll in 4-H Online Today!
When you enroll your youth in 4-H, you take the first step in taking advantage of everything 4-H has to offer. Enroll today!
Enroll in 4-H Online!
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| Bidding Opportunity Yesterday
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The 4-H auction ended on yesterday! We are extremely grateful for the sponsors who donated the various bid items. Thank you all for your support!
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Fashion Revue, Creative Talent, and Talent Show!
Please mark your calendars for the 2022 Fashion Revue, Talent and Creative Talent Show! The date for this event is Tuesday, April 26th at 6PM and will be hosted at the Anson Extension Office. The deadlines for submissions are Tuesday, April 19th.
Below you will find the entry forms with all the information you need to participate.
I hope that this year we will have a great number of participants in all areas and have a wonderful show. Please pay close attention to the deadline dates because they are firm. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the
4-H Agent!
Letter for Talent, Creative Talent and Fashion Show
Talent Show Entry Forms
Fashion Revue Entry Form
Creative Talent Entry Form
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County Presentation Night!
On Tuesday, April 26th at 6PM, Anson County 4-H will be hosting our county presentation night at the Anson Extension Office in Wadesboro! For those planning to present at county presentation night, it will be important to review all the instructions provided in this letter. The official letter for county presentation is below:
County Presentation Letter
If you are planning on doing a presentation, let your 4-H Agent know by Tuesday, April 19th. The agent will need your age division (5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-18) and category. Categories can be viewed in the 2022 NC 4-H Awards Handbook. The link for the awards handbook is provided below:
2022 NC 4-H Awards Handbook
Evaluation Rubrics are below:
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Yearly Dates
A document with all the important yearly dates for 2022 is available for download. I recommend you put these dates on your calendar, on your refrigerator, or a place up where you can see it for the year.
4-H Programs & Events
Calendar of Events
April 12, 2022 - 6PM 4-H Volunteer Leaders Meeting
April 25, 2022 - 4:30PM Fashion Revue Rehearsal
April 25, 2022 - 5PM Talent Show Rehearsal
April 26, 2022 – 6PM Fashion Revue, Creative Talent, and Talent Show
April 26, 2022 - 6PM County Presentation
June 7 - 9, 2022 – Cloverbud 4-H Summer Camp
June 14-16, 2022 - NC Citizenship Focus
June 18, 2022 – District Activity Day
July 5 - 6, 2022 – Jr 4-H Summer Camp
July 26 - 28, 2022 - Jr - 4-H Summer Camp. Stay tuned for more details!
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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.
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