As a note, we are in need of chaperones/drivers for these two events, both held at Rock Eagle the weekend of November 12 and 13. Please contact Allie Griner at allie.griner@uga.edu if you are available and interested.
Registration for both events is due Friday, October 28 and can be found at this link: https://ugeorgia.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1He6LWuVBcrJK86.
Junior Conference – 6th-8th Graders
Held annually, Junior Conference is a recreational and educational opportunity planned for 4-H’ers in the 6th through 8th grades. The weekend includes workshops and education sessions, along with opportunities for community service and exhibits planned by and led by the Junior Board of Directors. Recreational programs for 4-H’ers are included to allow 4-H’ers to interact with youth from all over Georgia. Educational workshops, community service, and recreation are led by high school-aged Teen Leaders.
The Junior District Board of Directors did an excellent job laying the groundwork to make this a very memorable event. They chose a Jungle-inspired theme for this year’s event, with the slogan “The Adventure of a Lifetime with Georgia 4-H!” Full time registration is $90 and includes Saturday lunch and dinner, lodging, and Sunday breakfast. Deadline to register is this Friday, October 28.
Teen Leaders: We are seeking certified teen leaders to serve in various leadership roles, such as workshop instructors, community service leaders, or recreation leaders. Not only are they key to help make Junior Conference a success, but they are also an excellent portfolio opportunity for high school aged 4-H’ers! Teen leaders must commit to the entire weekend because they will have other duties in addition to their selected role; there are no exceptions to this. Selected teens must be certified teen leaders. No other teen leaders are allowed to attend Junior Conference. Unfortunately, due to scheduling conflicts, teen leaders may only apply for one teen leader opportunity. Additionally, with scheduling conflicting with rehearsals, Clovers & Co. members are not able to apply.
- Teen leader registration is $45.00/participant and includes Saturday lunch and dinner, lodging, and Sunday breakfast.
- Workshop Instructor: Based on their application, selected teen leaders will teach a prepared workshop on one of the three Georgia 4- H content areas: Agriculture & STEM, Civic Engagement, or Healthy Living. Workshop instructors will teach their assigned lesson four times throughout the weekend.
- Recreation Leader: Based on their experience and hobbies listed on the application, selected teen leaders will be assigned to lead participants in various recreation options.
- Community Service Leader: Selected community service projects should be easy to do in a short time frame and provide something for a group in need. Examples are letters to military families or 4-H donors, decorations for a senior center, caps for cancer patients, etc. Selected teen leaders must supply materials and may submit receipts to Jeffrey Burke for reimbursement of supplies up to $25.00.
- Teen Leader Application: https://tinyurl.com/22TeenLeaderJrConfApp due by Wednesday, October 26
Weekend in the Classic City – 9th-12th Graders
Join us on November 12-13 for Weekend in the Classic City. This Georgia 4-H event is a future-focused program for high school-aged 4-H’ers to explore pathways to higher education.
In conjunction with Georgia Collegiate 4-H Chapters, this event showcases the University of Georgia in Athens and allows youth to gather a firsthand experience of campus and higher education. This will be accomplished through a hybrid model of both virtual and in-person learning experiences. An optional virtual financial aid session will be available prior to the event to allow parents/guardians access to this information as well.
This opportunity is open to any 9th-12th grade 4-H member in the 2022-2023 school term. There is a registration cost of $100 that will cover lodging at Rock Eagle 4-H Center, dinner on Saturday at a UGA dining hall, breakfast on Sunday, transportation to and from the University of Georgia, snacks, and a T-Shirt. This event will be capped at 45 youth participants, and a waiting list will be created for additional registrants. Deadline to register is this Friday, October 28.
