Exciting Scholarship Opportunities for 4-H Experiences!

Are you interested in 4-H Experiences? We have fantastic news! There are scholarship opportunities available to support your 4-H journey!

Why Apply for a 4-H Scholarship?

· Financial Support: Scholarships can help cover the costs of 4-H member educational (travel) opportunities.

· How to Apply: Fill out the google form Education Experience Application Form or fill out the paper form and mail to UW Extension office.

· Prepare Your Application: Gather all necessary documents (Cover Letter, Resume, Letters of Recommendation)

· Marie is hosting a zoom meeting on Monday 11-18 @ 6:30 pm that will help you to create your cover letter, resume and interview tips. · Register Here!

· Submit on Time: Pay close attention to deadlines and make sure your application is submitted on time. Due date 12-15-2024

Don’t miss out on these incredible opportunities to further your 4-H experience. Apply for a scholarship today and take the next step in your 4-H journey! 4-H Educational Experiences Available

If you have any questions, please call the extension office at 920-386-3790 or email Terra at treider@wisc.edu

Terra

Terra Reider
4-H/ Youth Program Assistant
920-386-3790
treider@wisc.edu

If clubs or groups have items to share, send them by noon on Thursday to be included in that week’s issue.  Anything received after 12 p.m. Thursday will be considered for the following week. The articles should be sent to Marie at marie.witzel@wisc.edu.

If you have Secretary's Minutes to share, please send them to the 4-H / Youth Program Assistant, Terra at: treider@wisc.edu by noon on Wednesday to be included in that week's issue. You can also contact the office with any questions. Thanks!

A big thank you to the grads who have sent in their information and reached out to us! If you are a 4-H grad, please fill out your Google form so we can feature you! 

As we welcome the colder weather and the start of a new 4-H year, we’re thrilled to announce that the Wisconsin 4-H Program Booklet for 2024-25 is now available!

This year’s booklet is full of exciting opportunities for 4-H families, members, and volunteers at the state level. These state programs offer valuable educational experiences that help youth develop lifelong skills and form lasting friendships. Whether your 4-H member is ready to create something amazing at Arts Camp in Upham Woods, embark on a thrilling adventure at Space Camp in Huntsville, or showcase their talents in a State Judging Competition, we’re confident there’s a spark waiting for every 4-H member in this year’s offerings.

The 4-H State Arts Teams (Drama Company, Arts Team, and COMM Team) are returning for 2025, expanding, and rebranding! The Arts Ambassadors program will be an excellent way for older 4-H youth to show off their Expressive Arts skills at the state level. We are excited to announce this upcoming rebrand, the return of the COMM Team, and more! Read on to learn about the Arts Ambassadors!

If anyone is interested in being a presenter, please email treider@wisc.edu or click the button:

Please call the office to find out what is available and to arrange for pick up. 

$5, $10 and $20 Culver’s Gift Cards are available to purchase!  Makes great appreciation gifts for 4-H members during achievement time. Cards available at the UW-Extension office.  Call 920-386-3790 for higher quantities requested.

The New Year in 4-H is here! That also means it's time for Volunteers to complete required trainings! Let's dive in and get this done ASAP!

The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation has kicked off a contest that challenges all 4-H members to explore their creativity!

The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation Celebrates the Arts Photography Contest is open to any current Wisconsin 4-H member, and the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation is awarding cash prizes. The contest will be held virtually, with photos of all entries submitted electronically. Entries are being accepted now through January 31, 2025.

4-H American Spirit – June 20-29, 2025 and July 4-13, 2025

The 4-H American Spirit Experience is an opportunity for youth in grades 8-10 to immerse themselves in history and heritage through a 10-day bus journey to the East Coast and Canada. Staff and volunteers plan and facilitate the experience, while youth participants lead content throughout.   Participants will increase their knowledge of American history by visiting significant sites and gain unique exposure to diverse cultural experiences and perspectives foundational to our nation. This program will also focus on career readiness, leadership development, and experiential learning around history and civics, with an emphasis on diversity and the challenges that different groups of people have faced.  Additionally, participants will develop positive relationships with adults and peers from across the state. 

Participant Eligibility - All youth grades 8-10

Pre-Registration in 4H Online 2.0 is open starting November 10. Youth and their parent/guardian must complete the online registration together; it includes questions for the youth participant to answer!

Each experience is limited to 45 youth.  

Estimated Cost of Experience is $2,900 – Invoices will be sent to each county starting December 15, 2024.  Payment will be made to the State 4-H Office and is due on January 15, 2025.

Registration will be open in 4H Online 2.0 from November 10-30, 2024.   To register, youth and their parents will need to log in to and have an approved profile/enrollment at https://2025AmericanSpiritApp.4honline.com and follow the directions.  Please note:  registration in 4H Online does NOT confirm participation!!   Participation will be finalized based on # of youth per experience, full rooms by identified gender, ages of youth traveling together, and eligibility to participate in future years.  We will take into account registration dates and times.

Dairy bowl

Dairy bowl/dairy-quiz bowl season continues. The next practice is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, 1 p.m., at the Watertown Library. The final competition is during the Wisconsin Junior Holstein Convention, Dec. 27-29, 2024. Even if you're just interested in seeing what it's all about, join the group for a practice or two. Questions: Mandy Sell-Stanford is the lead contact; her number is 920.253.8773.

General questions? Contact DYAC via e-mail: dodgecountydyac@gmail.com.

Check your email inbox (the one you use with 4HOnline) for your link to participate in the Wisconsin 4-H Thriving Survey! The survey was sent to all Wisconsin 4-H members, ages 13-18, by email in the first week of November. The survey link will be open until December 2. Youth who complete the survey will be entered into a raffle to win a $25 gift card. Fill out the survey to help Wisconsin achieve a 30% response rate. Watch for your link and help us tell the story of 4-H in Wisconsin!

Youth should create a google drive to put their cover letter and resume in so we can work on it during their session.  

NOVEMBER

19 - 4-H Leaders Association 7 PM

DECEMBER

14 - Shop With Cops 9:15 AM 

20 - New Family Gathering 7:00 PM

Visit the Wisconsin 4-H Website

WI 4-H Policy Updates

An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements.

University of Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension
Dodge County 4-H
Extension Dodge County  127 E. Oak Street  Juneau, WI 53039-1329
tel: 920.386.3790    fax: 920.386.3928