Oktibbeha County Extension Service is planning an Open House for Monday, December 12, 2011 beginning at 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. . Please come share the day with us. This is FREE to the public. If you have any questions, call LaTrell or Julie at 323 5918.
Oktibbeha County 4-H is a youth organization that teaches young people leadership, citizenship and life skills. It is open to youth aged 5-18.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Salvation Army Bell Ringing
Oktibbeha County 4-H Clubs will be ringing the bell for Salvation Army thisSsaturday, December 10, 2011. This will be at Kroger from 12 noon until 7 p.m.
Reminders:
-If your time is up, please make sure the next person is there to ring before you leave. NEVER leave the kettle alone.
-If you are the last one to ring, make sure someone from salvation army picks up the kettle before you leave.
Here is who we have sign up to ring:
-12 noon until 1 p.m. CYW - Cathleen Poe
-1 p.m. to2 p.m. Clover Dawgs Club - Courtney Headley
-2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Longview - Angela Stewart
-3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Longview - Angela Stewart
-4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Longview - Angela Stewart
-5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Foster Family - Joann Foster
-6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Maiers family - Rick Maiers
Reminders:
-If your time is up, please make sure the next person is there to ring before you leave. NEVER leave the kettle alone.
-If you are the last one to ring, make sure someone from salvation army picks up the kettle before you leave.
Here is who we have sign up to ring:
-12 noon until 1 p.m. CYW - Cathleen Poe
-1 p.m. to2 p.m. Clover Dawgs Club - Courtney Headley
-2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Longview - Angela Stewart
-3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Longview - Angela Stewart
-4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Longview - Angela Stewart
-5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Foster Family - Joann Foster
-6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Maiers family - Rick Maiers
Oktibbeha County Horse Program Awards
Oktibbeha County 4H Horse Program had a successful year in 2011. Below are the youth that received awards at the 2011 Awards Program held on November 15, 2011. The winners were as follows:
Overall HP Horse 2011 | Pre division |
| 1st place Cory Freely |
| 2nd place Belle Nabors |
| 3rd place Danica Potts |
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| Junior Division |
| 1st place Colby Freely |
| 2nd place Millie Thompson |
| 3rd place Amble Thompson |
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| Senior Division |
| 1st place Rachel Moore |
| 2nd place Cali Freely |
| 3rd place Anna Thompson |
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Speed HP Award 2011 | |
| 1st place Rachel Moore |
| 2nd place Cali Freely |
| 3rd place Taite Henson |
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Hunter Awards 2011 | Juniors |
| 1st place Colby Freely |
| 2nd place Millie Thompson |
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| Seniors |
| 1st place Rachel Moore |
| 2nd place Cali Freely |
| 3rd place Anna Thompson |
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Western HP Awards 2011 | Juniors |
| 1st place Colby Freely |
| 2nd place Logan Alpe |
| 3rd place Levi Thompson |
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| Seniors |
| 1st place Rachel Moore |
| 2nd place Cali Freely |
| 3rd place Anna Thompson |
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Saddle & Gaited HP 2011 | 1st place Doug Teague |
| 2nd place Taylor Teague |
Pony HP 2011 | 1st place Millie Thompson |
| 2nd place Amble Thompson |
| 3rd place Myra Thompson |
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Pony Speed HP 2011 | 1st place Amble Thompson |
| 2nd place Colby Freely |
| 3rd Place Hayden Moore |
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Cattle HP 2011 | 1st place tie Taite Henson |
| 1st place tie Abby Thompson |
| 2nd place Amble Thompson |
| 3rd place Anna Thompson |
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Horse/Rider HP 2011 | Juniors |
| 1st place Millie Thompson – Buttercup |
| 2nd place Amble Thompson – Honey |
| 3rd place Colby Freely – Easter |
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| Seniors |
| 1st place Rachel Moore – Gotcha Poison Ivy |
| 2nd Place Rachel Moore – Seals Hopoca |
| 3rd place Cali Freely – Last Safari |
Our horse program hosted the 2011 NE District 4-H Horse Show this past June 2011 at the MS Horse Park.
Partner in 4-H Award
The 2011 recipient of the Oktibbeha County 4-H Partner in 4-H Award is Starkville Daily News. This award is given to a person or organization that shows their continued support of the county 4-H program. Colleen McCarthy of the Starkville Daily News received the award. Starkville Daily News has been a strong supporter of the 4-H program for over 20 years. Pictured above are (L to R) : Colleen McCarthy, winner, and; Angela Stewart, President - Oktibbeha County 4-H Advisory Council.
I Dare You Leadership Award
I Dare You Leadership Award is given to a senior 4-H’er (Age 14-18) who demonstrates outstanding leadership ability in the 4-H program. The 2011 recipient is DeShun Brown. Pictured are: (R to L) DeShun Brown, winner, and Julie White, Oktibbeha County Director. Leota Cardwell and the late Dr Joe Cardwell are the sponsors and long time supporter of the Oktibbeha County 4-H Program.
Young named Outstanding Volunteer
Young named Oktibbeha County 4H Outstanding Volunteer
County 4-H holds Annual Awards Program
The County 4-H Program held their annual 4-H Awards Program on November 15, 2011 on the campus of Mississippi State University.
There were over 90 4-H’ers, parents, volunteer leaders, advisory council members, and supporters of 4-H present at this event.
The Partner in 4-H Award is presented to a person or organization that shows outstanding contributions to the county 4-H program. In 2011 Oktibbeha County awarded a longtime supporter of the 4H Program here in Oktibbeha County. This year’s winner of the Partner in 4-H was the Starkville Daily News.
I Dare You Leadership Award is awarded to a senior 4-H’er who shows outstanding leadership abilities in his/her 4-H work. DeShun Brown was the 2011 recipient of this award. This award is named in honor of Joe and Leota Cardwell, long time volunteers and supporters of 4-H.
Outstanding 4-H Club Award is given to recognize the club that has made outstanding contributions to the 4-H Program. The 2011 Outstanding 4-H Club was Longview Disciples.
Spirit of 4-H Awards are given to 4-H’ers who exemplify outstanding enthusiasm and dedication to the 4-H Club work. This award is in memory of Mrs. Magnolia Jones. The 2011 Spirit of 4-H Awards Junior I – was presented to Tiffany Kelly.
Rookie of the Year Award is given to members who have been involved in 4-H for 2 years or less and have shown enthusiasm, a desire to learn, and an interest in helping others. 2011 Rookie of the Year Award – Pre 4-H – Dru Prisock and Clover – McKenna Prisock.
Achievement Awards are awarded to members who have excelled in contests and activities beyond the county level. 2011 Achievement Awards– Pre 4-H – Dru Prisock, Cloverleaf – McKenna Prisock, Junior I – Tiffany Kelly, Junior II – Colt Chrestman, and Senior - Rachel Moore.
Distinguished Citizen Award is given to the members in each age group who have exhibited outstanding service to the community. 2011 Distinguished Citizen – Pre 4-H Division – Morgan Whitten, Cloverleaf Division- Akeah Graham, Junior I Division–Tiffany Kelly, Junior II Division– Gwyen Elizabeth Sutphin, Senior Division – Justin Jones.
2011 Standard of Excellence Winners – Senior winners (Age 14-18) – DeShun Brown, Yolanda Kelly, Mitchell Young, Justin Jones, Joshua Poe; Junior II winners (Age 12-13) Teyha Collier, Colt Prisock, JT Prisock, Colt Chrestman; Junior I winners (Age 10-11) – Tiffany Kelly; Cloverleaf winners (Age 8-9) – Alana Graham, Aleah Graham, Tiffany Kelly, Akeah Graham, McKenna Prisock; Pre 4-H winners (7 and under) – Jamerica Carter, Trukyra Lawrence, Coltie Young, Patrick Lawrence, and Dru Prisock.
Outstanding 4-H Member Award is given to the 4-H member in each age group who has shown outstanding achievements and involvement in project work, contests, leadership, and citizenship. 2011 Outstanding 4-H’ers - senior winner (Age 14-18) – Mitchell Young, Junior II winner (Age 12-13) Colt Chrestman, Junior I winner (Age 10-11) – Tiffany Kelly, Cloverleaf winner (Age 8-9) – McKenna Prisock, Pre 4-H winner (7 and under) – Coltie Young.
Monday, November 14, 2011
November newsletter
November 9, 2011
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY
2011 AWARDS PROGRAM
The 2011 Awards Program will be held Tuesday, November 15, 2011 beginning at
6 p.m. at Bost Building B on MSU Campus. Mark this on your calendar. Hope you can attend this event.
FOOD LIST FOR
AWARDS PROGRAM
Sandwiches – (75) Clover Club
Sandwiches – (75) Controllers Gen II
Cookies - Longview
Punch - Community Youth at Work (CYW)
Veggie Tray- 4-H
Fruit Tray- 4-H
Utensils/Napkins/Plates Cups - SA
Chips – Hall of Living Learners
Dip – Clover Dawgs/Livestock exhibitors
CHRISTMAS PARADE
We will be walking in the Christmas Parade. The parade is Monday November 28, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. If you are interested in this please contact Angela Stewart or myself. We need to be lined up at 5:00. Wear something 4-H if you have it. We would love to have a large group walking for 4-H.
HOLIDAY IDEAS WORKSHOP
There will be a Holiday Ideas Workshop held Tuesday December 13, 2011 from 2-5 p.m. We will make three or four holiday gift ideas for you to take home. Call to reserve your space today. Limited to 25 people. Call and sign up today. Deadline to register is December 1st.
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY EXTENSION OPEN HOUSE
Oktibbeha County Extension Service is planning an Open House for Monday, December 12, 2011 beginning at 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. . Please come share the day with us. This is FREE to the public. If you have any questions, call LaTrell or Julie at 323 5918.
SALVATION ARMY VOLUNTEERING
We will again this year ring the bell for Salvation Army. Saturday, December 10th from 12 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Wal-Mart in Starkville. Club leaders need to call the office to sign up.
CYW Club has selected 12-1.
FOOD DRIVE
Oktibbeha County Extension Office is a site that nonperishable food items can be dropped off for local food pantries. This is a great community service project.
Stay tune to December’s newsletter for the following:
-list of award winners for 2011
-Adopt a family information
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY!
Only when we close the doors behind us, will we see the doors in front start opening. - Author Unknown
MAKING THE BEST BETTER!
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