The Larimer County 4-H Extension Team is excited to announce new awards!
Over the past year, our 4-H community has rallied together and shown great resilience during this difficult time. Youth in Larimer County deserve to be recognized for their achievements and making the best of a situation that is not ideal.
The new awards are called the “H-Awards.”
Head: “I pledge my HEAD to clearer thinking,”
One of the key concepts in 4-H is education, allowing youth the opportunity to learn new things through projects and programs. 4-H allows youth to be actively engaged in their own learning. In addition, 4-H encourages youth to be participants in the learning process, rather than just recipients. One of the main goals in 4-H is to have youth develop life skills that help them succeed. Some of these life skills include leadership, responsibility, dedication, communication, and self-confidence. Do you know a 4-H member who thinks through the challenges they are presented, stays the course, and works to consistently improve?
Heart: “My HEART to greater loyalty,”
In 4-H, youth are taught to be reliable and loyal in their heart and understand what it means to take responsibility for their projects and to follow through. 4-H also connects our youth through positive relationships with adult leaders and peer members. Caring for others and their projects is also a trait that relates to the “H” for Heart. Do you know a 4-H member who digs deep to make the best better, always has a great attitude, and exemplifies humility?
Hands: “My HANDS to larger service,”
4-Hers are busy learning new things and caring for their projects all year long with hands-on experiences. Another way 4-Hers use their hands is by giving back to the community. Part of 4-H is teaching youth the importance of serving the community, the country, and the world. Do you know a 4-H member with a strong work ethic, who serves others while being respectful and considerate?
Health: “And my HEALTH to better living.”
Knowing how to cook and grow food and appreciating art allows 4-Hers to gain an understanding of how the world works and how to live healthily. A multitude of 4-H projects helps our youth to realize what it means to live a healthy lifestyle and spend their leisure time. 4-H also strives to make sure youth are physically and emotionally safe. Do you know a 4-H member that makes good choices for the greater good while demonstrating good sportsmanship and citizenship?
Please click here for the nomination form.
Nominations must be submitted by Friday, October 16 at 4:00 p.m. to Ashley Schilling. The 4-H Extension Team will then review the nominations, and select and announce recipients for each award by November 6.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to reach out to Katie Daywalker, Diane Kern, Ashley Schilling, or Pam Heeney.