Attach a current headshot photo of yourself (will not be returned) Application- General Information, 4-H Information

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2 Application Checklist Attach a current headshot photo of yourself (will not be returned) Application- General Information, 4-H Information Essay Questions 3 References Next Steps signatures and date verification Council Attire Measurements 2

3 Full Name Current 4-H Age 4-H County Address Phone Number School Name Grade Parent Names Contact School and Community Involvement list current activities Attach a separate sheet(s) of paper to answer the following questions. Limit responses to 200 words per answer. Why do you want to serve on the PA 4-H State Council and what special talents do you bring to the team? What goals would you like your State Council team to accomplish? Describe a time where you had to work with a team and what positives or negatives came from that experience. How do you handle conflicts or disagreements? Describe your most rewarding 4-H experience. Describe other time commitments you will have for the upcoming year (examples: sports, religious activities, clus, community groups,etc.) and how you will balance that with Council responsibilities. 3

4 Years in 4-H List project areas you have completed during your years in 4-H Club Offices Held County Leadership Experiences and Events Attended Multi-County Leadership Experiences and Events Attended State Leadership Experiences and Events Attended National Leadership Experiences and Events Attended What position would you be interested in holding on the State Council? President, VP of Operations, VP of Events, VP of Internal Affairs, Secretary, Sentinel, Reporter, Historian, Representative 4

5 Three returned references are required. The State Office will send a reference form to the individuals you have listed. Your reference MUST have an address. It is up to you to be sure your reference has submitted their portion. If references are not received, your application is not complete and you will not be considered for a spot on State Council. Your County 4-H Educator Reference Name A 4-H Volunteer Non 4-H Adult (teacher, mentor, coach, etc) Council Polo Size Please use the size charts provided with this application to identify your Council Blazer Size Council Name Tags Please fill out EXACTLY the way you would like it on your nametag. 5

6 Filling out the application is not the only step in the State Council selection process. The next step is a face-to-face interview with a panel at the State 4-H Office. Please select your availability of the dates below: Applicants will participate in various selection processes at State Leadership Conference, including giving and introduction and impromptu speech (topic chosen from the fishbowl) on stage. I understand that I will need to attend State Leadership Conference as a fulltime participant: If selected, I will be required to attend State Council's Training & Orientation Retreat on February 15-17, This is held in the State College area. Please hold this date on your calendar. Not attending the retreat in its entirety is grounds for dismissal from the State Council team. I understand that I must attend the Training & Orientation Retreat in full, if selected at State Leadership Conference. I have personally prepared this report and believe it to be correct. I have read the Expectations & Time Commitment (attached) Signature of applicant Date I have read the Expectations & Time Commitment and understand the amount of dedication required for this year of service Signature of applicant s parent / guardian Date I verify that the applicant is a member of my county 4-H program and in good standing. Signature of applicant s 4-H Educator Date 6

7 Do not send pages 7-9 with your application. Blazer Size Chart Expectations & Time Commitment You can reference for more details As the official spokespeople for the Pennsylvania 4-H program, you will be seen and recognized by people all over the state. Because we want you to be successful and happy in your positions, it is important for you to know up front that we expect quite a bit more from you than we would other 4-H members. Behavior Follow the Pennsylvania 4-H Code of Conduct to the letter. Avoid places or activities that in any way would raise questions as to one s moral character or conduct. Accept challenges with enthusiasm, perform to a degree higher than what is expected, and put responsibilities into action without being told. 7

8 Keep a positive attitude in all that you do. You may be the only contact someone ever has with the 4-H program. Willingly and graciously accept all of the duties, responsibilities & honors which result from being selected to serve this group. Take and follow instructions directed by those responsible for the 4-H program. Maintain proper dress and good grooming for all occasions, even when not at a State Council function; use wholesome and appropriate language in all speeches and informal conversations. Use professionalism in written communication to advisors and other 4-H professionals / volunteers / members (ex. Do not start an with Hey, u for you, etc) Learn and use proper etiquette in all situations, particularly meal times and when meeting new people Team Player Work in harmony with fellow Council members and advisors, serve as a member of the team, always maintain a cooperative attitude, & do not engage in conversations detrimental to others. Always be on time, keep track of your own schedule, take the initiative on projects, & follow through on things you say you will do. Continually strive to improve communication and leadership skills, develop into an effective public speaker and project a desirable image of 4-H at all times. Help others fulfill their officer-specific assignments (ex. Submitting articles and detailed monthly reports to the Reporter) Take the time to get to know your teammates beyond their name, county, etc. This provides a solid foundation for positive working relationships and lifelong friendships Time Management Be dedicated & committed to the entire 4-H program, make Council responsibilities one of your top priorities during your year in office. Family, Academics, Council. Always be on time, keep track of your schedule, take initiative on projects, and follow through on things you say you will do. Commit the time, travel & financial commitments necessary to attend meetings, accomplish goals, 8

9 and thoroughly prepare & participate in events. Read & respond to s, newsletters, correspondence, & calls in a timely fashion. Responses should be made within 2 days (unless otherwise noted). If you are running late for a meeting, notify your advisors so they know you are okay but be prepared for consequences. Those who were on time will start without you. Council meetings are held every month. They rotate between Face to Face and Conference Calls. Meeting dates will be determined as a group at Training and Orientation Weekend Technology Copy ad39ag@psu.edu on all s that include the advisors or any other adults First impressions go beyond physical appearance addresses and social media profiles can be judged, too. Council members will create a Gmail address to be used for all Council business, including what will be listed on the member s business card. Social media etiquette and expectations will be discussed in further detail at Training and Orientation Weekend Interact on all of Pennsylvania 4-H s social media accounts as appropriate at all times of the year. Assignments Become knowledgeable of youth development, 4-H, Penn State University, the College of Agricultural Sciences information and issues. All final-version assignments will be submitted via the Council s BOX folder. Information for how to access this will be given at Training and Orientation Weekend. This folder will also house any forms you might need. No excuse will be accepted for assigned work that is not completed by a State Council member by the initial due date. Each Council member will attend minimum 5 club / county / regional events during their term while in Council uniform. Presenting to your own 4-H club is encouraged, but will not count for the 5- appearance requirement. Complete all 12 monthly reports late reports are missed reports Prepare for state events by completing assigned tasks well before the event 9