Monthly Archives: November 2016

Reflection Activities You Can Use Right NOW

Kolb’s Experiential Learning Model, used by 4-H, allows learners to construct their knowledge by reflecting on activities and then determining how to apply them in their lives.  With this being said, reflection isn’t just important, it’s critical.  An activity without … Continue reading

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Essential Elements Newsletter Inserts

While they aren’t quite finished yet, Wyoming 4-H has begun developing newsletter inserts to help educate volunteers on instilling and identifying the 4-H Essential Elements.  Check them out at: Wyoming 4-H Essential Elements Newsletter Inserts And remember- BELONGING is always … Continue reading

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Do You MORC?

“What is this MORC you speak of?” National 4-H Council’s Marketing Online Resource Center (MORC) is a treasure trove of marketing toolkits, training, and tools.  Check it out at:  http://4-h.org/professionals/marketing-resources/ It is through this site that you can gain access to … Continue reading

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A Little Video about Trajectory

“Florida 4-H puts youth on a trajectory to thrive…” Heard this one? While I wouldn’t use this phrase to tell my next door neighbor what I do (I have highly intelligent neighbors, I just prefer a simpler, more easy to … Continue reading

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Tough Conversations

Check out this great blog post from Judy Ringer on a step by step method of approaching difficult conversations.  We Have to Talk:  A Step-by-Step Checklist for Difficult Conversations   About the Author Judy Ringer is a conflict and communication … Continue reading

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