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December 9, 2022Marie's Message
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Hi All,
Enrollment is staying steady, and still coming in, especially for new families. We would like to remind you that 4-H enrollment needs to be completed by Dec 31, 2022 to exhibit at the 2023 Dodge County Junior Fair.
For new volunteers to the 4-H program, we have Volunteer in Preparation training for new volunteers. If you are interested in the class in late December or early January you can still sign up! Sign up for the Volunteers in Preparation (VIP) Training, using the link (https://tinyurl.com/4-HVIP2022).
Thanks to all of the “elves” who signed up to help Saturday, Dec. 10th at the Shop with Cops event. It is a great time to volunteer to help those in need at this event or many others that your clubs may do during this holiday time. Thanks for all you contribute to your communities.
Have a great December!
Marie Witzel
4-H Youth Development Educator
marie.witzel@wisc.edu
920.386.3790 (office)/920-210-3080 (cell)
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Discover 4-H Series (K-2 grade)! 4-H means Head, Heart, Hands and Health
Explore what each ‘H’ means with fun activities. Try activities at home or complete them together with us. Register today! Registration is open NOW and continues until January 6. By registering, you receive a box with supplies, a supply list, and connect information for the interactive zooms.
Virtual sessions will be on the following Tuesdays at 6PM. Recordings of the sessions will be available for 30 days afterwards.
- January 17- Head- Straw Rocket
- January 31- Heart- “The Day You Begin” Book
- February 14 -Hands - Lava Mug Cak
- February 28- Health- Happy minds and bodies.
It is important to note, youth may need adult supervision with some of the activities.
To register, visit: https://go.wisc.edu/756vd7. Materials can be picked up at your local Extension office starting January 16. If you have questions please contact Marie Witzel at 920-386-3790.
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Discover 4-H Series (3-6 grade)! Let's Celebrate!
In the 4-H program we celebrate ourselves and others. If you’re a 4-H member, invite someone to our party. If you haven’t, we hope you accept our invitation to this party! The “Let’s Celebrate!” series will include paper art, food science, wellness, and interactive games over three sessions.
You will learn some fun science and art skills as well as how to make sure we are taking care of ourselves and others. It’s all a part of our WI Movement!
Register today! Registration is open NOW and continues until January 6. By registering, you receive a box with supplies, a supply list, and connect information for the interactive zooms.
Virtual sessions will be on the following Tuesdays at 6PM. Recordings of the sessions will be available for 30 days afterwards.
- January 24: Making Paper Art
- February 7: Mixing Food, Science, and Art
- February 21: Adding Wellness to your Routin
- January 24-February 21 (ongoing): Goosechase app interactive experience
To register, visit: https://go.wisc.edu/756vd7. Project boxes can be picked up at your local Extension office starting January 16. If you have questions please contact Marie Witzel at 920-386-3790.
When you join 4-H, you are part of the nation’s largest youth development organization, and that’s SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE!
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Volunteers in PreparationHave you signed up as an adult volunteer but still need to take Volunteers in Preparation training? One of the first steps to become a registered 4-H volunteer is to attend a new volunteer orientation, Volunteers in Training (VIP).
UPCOMING DATES:
Wednesday, December 28th - 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 7th - 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
To sign up to attend the orientation, REGISTER HERE
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Club Happenings
Achievers (Campbell Panetti) Nursing home cards - Members signed cards for nursing home residents in Brandon. Christmas tree: Jocelyn Edmunds asked to donate a Culver's gift card from MVP’s fundraiser to Jeff Duchac for the donation of the tree.
Leipsic 4-H (Owen Hemling) Julia Bates moved that the club help out at the food drive at Moraine Park Technical College on December 10th, and to go Christmas caroling on the same day.
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Citizenship Washington FocusRegistration Open through Dec. 31Trip Date: June 24 – July 1
- Registration is open now through December 31 in 4HOnline for youth in grades 10-12 (min. age 15 years)
- Cost $1,750
- ME Scholarship applications due December 16, 2022 to the Extension Office Dodge County
What is Citizenship Washington Focus?
Citizenship Washington Focus, or CWF for short, is the premier week long 4-H citizenship and leadership experience. CWF brings 4-H delegations from all over the country to stay in Washington D.C., our Nation’s Capital! Participants learn about the roles of Senators and Representatives in the United States’ government and how these parts work together to form an effective Congress. Additionally, youth get to see and experience government in action by meeting with their State’s members of Congress and watching a House of Representatives meeting.
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Scholarships Available to Support 4-H Member Educational Experiences
The Leaders’ Association and the Beaver Dam Agri-Business Club encourage youth to take advantage of the educational trip opportunities that are possible through 4-H. These organizations have scholarships budgeted that will pay for over half of the cost of the Educational Experiences. To receive a scholarship youth need to apply by filling out the Member Evaluation (ME) Form Application and participating in a face-to-face interview process. To be considered for a scholarship, the ME Form needs to be turned in by the due date required for each of the Educational Experience trips. Interviews are scheduled for January 5 and April 25, 2023.
Category I (Green Form)
Space Camp – due: Dec. 16,2022
Category II (Pink Form)
American Spirit East - due: Dec. 16, 2022
Citizenship Washington Focus – due: Dec. 16, 2022
QUESTIONS? Please contact Ellen Bohn, 4-H Program Assistant 920-386-3790 or email ebohn@co.dodge.wi.us
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Family Learning Day Session Presenters - Second Call!
We're gearing up for 2023 FAMILY LEARNING DAY! We need a few more presenters to round out the sessions. Do you have a special skill or topic you'd like to share? All session topics are welcome! SIGN UP HERE
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OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN RECORD BOOKS - SENIOR DIVISIONLuis Avila Vette, Lebanon Luckies (Kevin Stippich Award)
Brandon Boyd, Lebanon Luckies
Jacob Tietz, Lebanon Luckies
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN RECORD BOOKS - SENIOR DIVISION
Harper Zillmer, Hyland Prairie (Julie Stippich Award)
Tori Gillett, Hyland Prairie
Vivian Lichty, Hyland Prairie
TOP SECRETARY
Harper Zillmer (Junior), Hyland Prairie
Congratulations to all the 4-H members and clubs on your 2022 4-H Achievements!
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Congratulations 4-H Graduates!Cameron Pokorny, Achievers
Kenny Kartman, County Line
Lexi Bird, Hyland Prairie
Lindsay Propst, Hyland Prairie
Bethany Cameron, Juneau Victorians
Madelyn Adsit, Leipsic
Cassandra Luedtke, Leipsic
Katherine Panzer, Leipsic
Devin Justman, Lomira Clover Leaves
Riley Zick, Lomira Clover Leaves
Megan Schellpfeffer, Mayville Lucky Clovers
Rion Hall, Neosho Utopians
Kyra Lynch, Neosho Utopians
Gatana Novak, Oak Grove Owls
Aalyea Seifert-Doll, Oak Grove Owls
Jacob Crave, Portland Boosters
Kelsey Ewert, Sinissippi
Ellen Nampel, Trenton Highlights
Abigail Stas, Watertown Badgers
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STEM Opportunities Coming in Spring UW Science Expeditions: Campus-Wide Open House April 14-16, 2023
UW Family Gardening Day: Open House May 6, 2023
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Dodge County Land & Water Conservation Dept. Hosts Poster ContestThe Dodge County Land and Water Conservation Dept. will be participating in the 2023 NACD poster contest. The contest is open to public, private and home-school students. The posters are set into categories by grade: K-1; 2-3; 4-6; 7-9; 10-12.
- Contest Date: January 17, 2023
- Poster Due: January 10, 2023
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Dodge County Land & Water Conservation Dept. Hosts Speaking Contest
Dodge County Land and Water Conservation Dept. will be holding a Conservation Awareness Speaking Contest. The contest will held on Tuesday, January 16, 2023 at The Dodge County Administration Building located at 127 E. Oak St, Juneau. Contest time will be determined at a later date. For students interested in participating in the speaking contest, please provide the student's name and speech title to our office by 4:30 pm on Tuesday, January 9, 2023 in order to qualify.
The Conservation Speech Contest is open to
-Elementary Division - Grades 5-6 (3-5 minute speeches, required)
-Junior Division - Grades 7-8 (4-6 minute speeches, required)
-Senior Division - Grades 9-12 (5-7 minute speeches, required)
Students do not need to participate just through their class, they may participate on their own with the involvement of a parent or guardian. The speeches must promote the conservation of natural resources and the protection or enhancement of environmental quality. Topics should address soil and water conservation issues with an emphasis placed on the subject as it relates to the locality or to Wisconsin.
The winners of the Dodge County contest will then proceed to the Regional Contest in Sauk County on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. The winners from the Regional Contest will then proceed to the State contest taking place at the WI Land and Water Association's Annual Conference being held at the Chula Vista Resort in WI Dells on March 1-3, 2023.
Please see HERE for more information.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office at 920-386-3660.
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- December 10 Shop with Cops, 9am The Watermark, Beaver Dam
- December 15 4-H Cavies Project Meeting, 6pm Dodgeland School Room 312
- December 16 New 4-H Family Gathering, 7pm Dodge County Administration Building
- December 23, 25, 31 - Extension Office Closed for Holiday Observance
- December 28 Volunteers in Preparation Zoom 1pm https://tinyurl.com/4-HVIP2022
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