State 4-H Award Program and 4-H Mark Of Excellence Award

State 4-H Award Program

Calling all 4-H members 13-19 years old (as of January 1, 2005). Have you ever wanted to challenge yourself as a 4-H member? If so, you are encouraged to consider the State 4-H Awards Process. There are several different individual project areas that encompass most every aspect that 4-H has to offer and we also have group awards for dedicated 4-H clubs and other groups. The first phase of the State 4-H Awards process is to complete a portfolio of your work which is due in your county’s MSU Extension office by March 1, 2005. Participants who qualify from that first phase will be invited to participate in the Awards Assembly portion of 4-H Exploration Days. For more information on the State 4-H Awards, visit www.msue.msu.edu/cyf/youth and follow the links for awards and recognition.

4-H Mark Of Excellence Award

For those 4-H members that are 11 or 12 years old (as of January 1, 2005), you are able to participate in the 4-H Mark of Excellence Award. To apply, you need to obtain a very simple form from our office and write a 500 word or less with the first line “All of the wonderful things I can do in 4-H…” Essays are due to your county’s MSU Extension office by March 1, 2005. Winners will receive special recognition during the State 4-H Awards Celebration during 4-H Exploration Days on the stage of Wharton Center that includes a special certificate signed by the State 4-H Leader and the Director of Extension.