Robeson County 4-H

     Attached are the links  for the 2021 Herter-O'Neal Scholarship Application , along with the Application Guidelines and Brochure .  We are publishing this for our local high schools and other institutions of higher learning.  This scholarship is made possible by the members of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Association of Administrative Professionals. The deadline for returning the Application this year is March 17, 2021, and should be returned to Deborah Goncalves, Administrative Assistant in Onslow County, at Deborah_Goncalves@ncsu.edu.  Once we receive all applications, the Professional Development Committee will review them and choose a single application to forward to the State level as the Southeast District's Scholarship nominee for 2021. Let's make 2021 the year that a student from the Southeast District takes home this honor.

    Calling all 14-18 year old 4-H Members!   Would you like to be a 4-H Ambassador?  What is a 4-H Ambassador you ask?  That's a great question.  Let's take a look at this state wide 4-H program.   The mission of the North Carolina 4-H Program is to empower teen 4-H leaders with the knowledge, skills and aspirations necessary to be effective advocates for NC 4-H Youth Development.  In other words you will serve as positive role models for younger youth, build meaningful partnership with other teens and adult volunteer leaders, while promoting 4-H in North Carolina. How might you go about doing that you ask?     Another great question. To apply to be an ambassador, a 4-H member must be at least 14 years old and have been a member for 2 years as of January 1. You will go through a series of workshops to move up to different levels.  There are 4 levels that start at bronze and go through emerald. You can only do one level per year and...

   Calling all High School Juniors and Seniors.  NC A&T University has an opportunity for you.  If you are interested in research here is your chance to be part of a virtual research internship this summer.  For more information about this opportunity check out  https://www.ncat.edu/caes/ agricultural-research/rap- program.php .  To apply go to  http://bit.ly/RAPncat

Are you interested in being a SE District Officer?  You have until March 1 to apply.  Please read the instructions below and have your packet to the Robeson County 4-H Staff by March 1.  Please see the requirements below.  More information can be found at https://nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/youth-3/4-h-teen-programs/state-council/ Candidate Requirements District Officer candidates must be at least fourteen years of age (as of Jan. 1, 2021) District Officer Candidates must have been an active member of 4-H for at least 2 years prior to seeking a district office.  District Officer Candidates must be currently enrolled and have an "Approved" member profile in 4-HOnline 2.0.  District Officer candidates must complete and submit their electronic "District Officer Nomination Packet" to their 4-H agent by the locally determined due date.  Due to COVID-19: The required nomination signatures can be obtained via an email (i.e. an email attachment or screenshot o...

  NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter  Volume 7, Issue 1 January 2021 Upcoming Educational Contests NC 4-H Horse Program Educational Event & Horse Show Sponsors Needed! As we prepare for the 2021 contest and show season, the NC 4-H Horse Program is seeking donors to support the six different educational contests and the State 4-H Horse Show. For more details, and to make a contribution, please use the forms linked below. Sponsorships can be paid via check or online using the link in the payment information section on the forms. 2021 Education Sponsorship Request 2021 NC State 4-H Horse Show Sponsorship/Vendor Request Virtual Horsebowl Practice Sessions NC 4-Hers are invited to participate in virtual horsebowl practices for their age division (Junior Rookie, Junior, Senior Rookie, Senior). These practices are open to everyone so 4-Hers can learn more about horsebowl, practice answering questions, and meet other horse-loving 4-Hers from across the state! Participants will also becom...