4-H Culinary Arts Contest (for 4th-12th graders)

This year we would like to encourage all 4-H members to participate in at least one culinary arts contest. These contests are intended to help our 4-H members grow in their cooking experience and skill level while enjoying quality time with families who assist them with the safety rules and sharing of traditional family recipes. This year the 4-H Culinary Arts contest will be split into 5 submission dates. Members will bring 2 servings of their dish on the designated day and times to the St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter Office. Members will also need to complete the 4-H Culinary Arts Registration Form by the submission date to be considered for judging. All rules are posted on the online registration form.

Submission dates for our Culinary Arts Contests are as follows:

• Thursday, November 17, 2022: Louisiana Commodities
• Thursday, December 1, 2022: Egg & Sugar
• Thursday, January 12, 2023: Poultry & Wild Game
• Wednesday, February 8, 2023: Beef
• Wednesday, March 22, 2023: Seafood

4-H members will be allowed to bring 2 servings of their dish in a sealed, non-returnable container on the date specified between 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter Office, which is located at 453 Spruce Street in Norco, La.

See online form for specific rules and details for the event.

*Note: To receive an award or recognition for any parish 4-H contest, the 4-H member must be registered and approved through 4-H Online.

4-H Family Highlight

Ryli Mato

St. Charles Parish 4-H Member

12th grade

4-H Jr. Leader Club

What do you love most about 4-H?

I love being in 4-H because I have made lots of new friends.

What are you looking forward to doing in 4-H this year?

I look forward to the community events that are planned because I like to help others.

What do you want other people to know about 4-H?

I want people to know that you have many fun activities all year because 4-H has many different clubs like CHEF, Fashion, and Jr. Leaders.

What is a favorite 4-H memory?

I have so many 4-H memories but my two favorites are the Color Me Healthy Run and the cooking competitions.

4-H FAQ

This section is dedicated to 4-H frequently asked questions and answers from your 4-H Agent.

What do I do if I have questions filling out the 4-H Online enrollment? You can either ask your 4-H Club Leader, contact your LSU AgCenter office at 985-785-4473, or contact your 4-H Agent at kzammit@agcenter.lsu.edu.

How many dishes can I enter in the Culinary Arts Contest? One per commodity. See 4-H Culinary Arts Contest QR code or link for all rules, and recipe and submission guidelines.

4-H Grows Here in St. Charles Parish

Part of the 4-H program is learning how to give back to your community by using your hands for larger service. During the upcoming months, we want you to make a special effort to help those around you. One way that you can give back is by participating in the 4-H Toy and Food Drive. You are also encouraged to help others by participating in the 4-H Day of Service and/or a service-learning project. Don’t forget to take pictures throughout the month too. Details regarding the photography contest are listed in the newsletter. Do your part to give back with 4-H—one hand at a time!

Calendar of Events

November

8-9: 4-H Challenge Camp (Regional Event for 7th-8th graders)

10: 4-H Shooting Sports Informational Meeting

12: St. Charles Parish 4-H Color Me Healthy Event

17: 4-H Culinary Arts Contest Submission Day; Jr. Leader Mtg.

24-25: LSU AgCenter Office closed

December

1: 4-H Culinary Arts Contest Submission Day; Jr. Leader Mtg.

23-31: LSU AgCenter Office closed

January

1-2: LSU AgCenter Office closed

12: 4-H Culinary Arts Contest Submission Day; Jr. Leader Mtg.

16: 4-H Day of Service

*Read newsletter for other important dates and 4-H opportunities.

LEGOs and Leadership Lessons

This year our monthly 4-H lessons will focus on two of our 4-H mission mandates: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and Civic Engagement (Leadership). At your club meeting or at home, try the activities below to learn more.

Lego Challenge Activity: Measuring

For the STEM activity each month, you will have a LEGO activity challenge that will accompany an optional story. You may use LEGOs or comparable blocks or items for each challenge. These lessons are adapted from the 4-H LEGO Engineering Club: Enchanted Builds (Vol. 3) from Mississippi State Extension.

November/December LEGO Lesson: Measuring

Optional Video: Jim and the Beanstalk

LEGO Challenge: Using approximately 100 LEGOs or less of the same type, a piece of paper, and a ruler, draw your hand or foot and measure it with the ruler and then with LEGOs. Then measure the Olaf LEGO figure. How many LEGOs does it take per inch?

Reflection: What are some things that you may measure in your life? Why is it important to be accurate when measuring?

4-H Teamwork Activity: Public Speaking and Demonstrations

Are you not a fan of public speaking? Chances are that you have already faced a public speaking situation at school or with friends. Here are three tips to remember when you get nervous before giving a speech: (1) Communication is an essential skill for success in any field; (2) Communication includes speaking and listening; and (3) Practice makes perfect!

November/December Leadership Activity: Divide the group into 4-5 students each. Each group gets a grab bag with different items in each bag. One by one, each student will pick an item from the bag, introduce themselves, and talk about the item for 30 seconds. Group members will take turns speaking and keeping time.

Reflection: How did you feel speaking in front of a group? What did you learn by participating in this activity?

Monthly St. Charles Parish 4-H Highlights

Pumpkin Decorating Contest:

K-3rd Grade:

Participation: Charlee Badgerow (LES), Emily Brock (SCB),Eve Petit (LWE), Annalise Ward (LES), Dalton Zammit (MAL)

4th - 6th Grade:

1st place: Adleigh Hebert (LWE)

2nd place: Madison Landry (ESE)

3rd place: Emma Schmill (JBM)

Blue Ribbon: MacKenzie Bellanger (JBM), John Badgerow (LES), Braeden Young (RJV)

Green Ribbon: Thomas Brock (SCB), Dean Bourgeois (LWE), Oliver Henry (ESE), Rhyan Rodriguez (ESE), Harper Stratton (LWE), Coralyn Young (JBM)

7th - 8th Grade:

1st place: Chase Pardo (RKS)

2nd place: Ethan Bellanger (JBM)

3rd place: Brian Childs, Jr. (HMS)

Blue Ribbon: Jordyn Dent (RKS), Melia Clement (JBM), Emily Rodas-Merida (RKS)

Green Ribbon: Jake Conway (RKS), Derek Franklin (RKS), Dayana Huerta (RKS), Isabella LeBlanc (RKS), Jordyn Lewis (RKS), Jaimee Millet (RKS), Anisha Smith (RKS)

9th - 12th Grade:

1st place: Ryli Mato

2nd place: Lee Arcement, Jr.

Overall Winners:

Most Original: Adleigh Hebert

Best Technique: Oliver Henry

Most Creative: Chase Pardo

4-H Week Door Prize Winners: Ethan Bellanger, Dalton Zammit, MacKenzie Bellanger

St. Charles Parish 4-H Color Me Healthy Event

A healthy living 4-H Youth Development Program of the LSU AgCenter.

Saturday, November12, 2022

at the St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter Office

located at 453 Spruce Street in Norco, La.

Schedule:

8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Arrival and Sign in

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Healthy Living Activities

Activities Included:

• Creating a colorful assortment of holiday appetizers and desserts using the 5 food groups
• Participating in teambuilding activities, including Color Kickball
• Enjoying healthy living snacks, prizes, and more

Registration information:

• This event will be open to all St. Charles Parish 4-H members. Families are encouraged to join.
• All participants must pre-register for the event by completing the 4-H Color Me Healthy Event Online Registration Form (Only one entry is needed per 4-H member.)
• Participants are encouraged to wear tennis shoes and white clothes that can get dirty at the event. (Much like a Color Run event, 4-H members will be celebrated with powdered color as they engage in Color Kickball with their team.)
• Register online by November 1, 2022 to attend.
• Registered members should check their email prior to attending for any event reminders and/or changes.
• All 4-H members must be registered in 4-H Online in order to attend this event.

4-H Award Information:

• This is considered a St. Charles Parish 4-H Event. All 4-H members who participate in this event, along with any other parish 4-H events or contests, will receive points.
• At the beginning of April, we will tally points of all 4-H members. For those members who gain enough points, they will be invited to the 4-H Achievement Day program.
• To gain points, 4-H members are encouraged to participate in parish 4-H events listed in the monthly 4-H newsletter.

The LSU AgCenter and LSU provides equal opportunities in employment and programs. Should you need an ADA accommodation, please contact the St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter Office at least two weeks prior to the event.

St. Charles Parish 4-H Day of Service

A Civic Engagement 4-H Youth Development Program of the LSU AgCenter.

Monday, January 16, 2023

MLK Day of Service

Beginning at the St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter Office located at 453 Spruce Street in Norco, La. Followed by visit to Ormond Nursing and Care Center located at 22 Plantation Drive in Destrehan, La. (All 4-H members are responsible for their own transportation to and from the nursing home.)

Schedule:

8:00 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. Arrival and Sign in

8:15 a.m. – 9:35 a.m. Create crafts for residents

9:35 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Drive to Ormond Nursing and Care Center

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Call BINGO and deliver prizes

Activities Included:

• Enjoying breakfast with 4-H family and friends
• Creating festive Mardi Gras crafts to donate to nursing home residents and welcoming them with Mardi Gras beads
• Visiting Ormond Nursing and Care Center
• Calling, playing, or delivering prizes for BINGO

Registration information:

• This event will be open to all St. Charles Parish 4-H members. Families are encouraged to join.
• All participants must pre-register for the event by completing the 4-H Day of Service Online Registration Form (Only one entry is needed per 4-H member.)
• Wear tennis shoes for the event.
• Register online by January 9, 2023 to attend.
• Registered members should check their email prior to attending for any reminders or changes.
• All 4-H members must be registered in 4-H Online in order to attend this event.

4-H Award Information:

• This is considered a St. Charles Parish 4-H Event. All 4-H members who participate in this event, along with any other parish 4-H events or contests, will receive points.
• At the beginning of April, we will tally points of all 4-H members. For those members who gain enough points, they will be invited to the 4-H Achievement Day program.
• To gain points, 4-H members are encouraged to participate in parish 4-H events listed in the newsletter.

4-H members will be using their hands to larger service to visit and provide homemade crafts for the residents of Ormond Nursing and Care Center in Destrehan, La.

The LSU AgCenter and LSU provides equal opportunities in employment and programs. Should you need an ADA accommodation, please contact the St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter Office at least two weeks prior to the event.

St. Charles Parish 4-H Monthly Contests

4-H Photography Contest

Do you enjoy taking pictures? Consider entering the 4-H Photography Contest! Throughout the upcoming months, take pictures of the topic listed below. Contest rules are as follows:

*Note: To receive an award or recognition for any parish 4-H contest, the 4-H member must be registered and approved through 4-H Online.

4-H Photography Contest Categories:

November - Landscape (Horizontal photo that captures nature or man-made feature)

December - People (Photo of person or group of people that captures their personality)

January - Animals (Photo of animal or group of animals that captures natural habitat)

February - Still Life (Photo of inanimate object or group of objects)

4-H All-Around Style Contest

Learning how to use your resources is a great skill to learn through 4-H. For this contest, we do not want you to buy anything! We want for you to use 1 piece of clothing in your closet to be the feature article of clothing that you style for three different occasions: (1) casual, (2) dressy, and (3) job interview. Official rules are listed in the online form. No late submissions will be accepted. Complete the 4-H All-Around Style Contest Form by January 31, 2023. Contest submissions may be submitted early. No late submissions will be accepted.

*Note: To receive an award or recognition for any parish 4-H contest, the 4-H member must be registered and approved through 4-H Online.

4-H Virtual Talent Show Contest

Do you have a talent that you would like to share with our 4-H family? Consider participating in our Virtual Talent Show by submitting a video (60-90 seconds) of you performing your talent. Complete the 4-H Talent Show Contest Form by January 31, 2023. Contest submissions may be submitted early. No late submissions will be accepted.

*Note: To receive an award or recognition for any parish 4-H contest, the 4-H member must be registered and approved through 4-H Online.

4-H Virtual Pet Show Contest

Do you have a pet that you take care of at home? We would like to hear all about it! Consider participating in our 4-H Pet Show Contest by submitting a video of you and your pet while answering questions. Complete the 4-H Pet Show Contest Form by January 31, 2023. Contest submissions may be submitted early. No late submissions will be accepted.

*Note: To receive an award or recognition for any parish 4-H contest, the 4-H member must be registered and approved through 4-H Online.

St. Charles Parish 4-H Youth Member Enrollment Guide

We are very excited to get started with our 4-H clubs this school year! Enrollment is a little different than in the past. We have a brand new online system that will help make enrolling each year much easier. Below you will find instructions on how to get started. If you have any questions, please contact your school club leader or the St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter Office at 985-785-4473.

Getting to the website

To sign up, you can go to v2.4honline.com and select "Don't have an account?"

**Note: Each family will only need to make one login for the whole family!

Creating your Family Profile

1. Select your State: Louisiana
2. Select your institution: Louisiana 4-H Youth Development
3. Select your County/Parish: St. Charles
4. Enter information in all required fields. Email and phone should be for a parent. Click "Create Account."
5. Enter your mailing address and click "Verify."

Adding a Member

1. Which program would you like to join? Click "Louisiana 4-H" then "Next."
2. Enter personal and demographic information in all required fields. Information should be for the youth being enrolled. Click "Next" after each screen.
3. How would you like to participate? Click "I want to join 4-H as a New or Returning Louisiana 4-H youth" then "Finish."

Choosing your club and project book

1. Select Units (Clubs): First select either your School Club (if you are a member of your school club) or select Member-at-Large as your Primary Club. If you are a member or you are interested in joining a 4-H Project Club, your project club(s) should be added and listed as secondary club(s). After selecting club(s), click "Next."
2. Select Projects: Select your top 3 project area interests. Based on your grade level, one of your areas must include the following: 4-H Cloverbuds (for K-3rd grade); Discovering 4-H (for 4th grade); Exploring 4-H (for 5th grade); or any other topic (for 6th-12th grade). *Note: Selecting a project area does not register you for a project club. Contact the 4-H Office for more information on project clubs. Members who plan to participate in 4-H Horse Shows should select the Horse Project.
3. Years in project: Enter the number of years you have worked in the project area/book selected above.

Consents and Finishing up

1. Show Questions: Enter information in all required fields. For the School heading check the 2nd circle "Unable to locate school in list above." Type in your school name and select School Type. Click "Next."
2. Show Health Form: Answer health questions and read medical release. Click "Agree" and enter required information.
3. Show Consents: Includes Hold Harmless, Media Release, and Code of Conduct. Read through each then click "Agree" and enter required information.
4. Verify your information and click "Submit."

Important notes

If you have another member to enroll, click "New Member" and repeat the steps above for adding a member.

If you are a member of your school club, dues are to be paid to your school club leader. If you are a member-at-large and/or a 4-H Project Club member, dues are to be paid to the 4-H office.

If you have questions or would like additional information about 4-H or our Project Clubs, contact the St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter office.

St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter

Physical Address: 453 Spruce Street, Norco, La.

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 557, Norco, LA 70079

Phone: 985-785-4473

4-H Agent: Mrs. Kali Zammit

Email: kzammit@agcenter.lsu.edu

Stay Updated with St. Charles Parish 4-H News

This year St. Charles Parish 4-H is providing several venues for 4-H members and families to stay updated with 4-H News.

St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter Website

www.lsuagcenter.com/stcharles

Visit this page and click on the 4-H tab for articles and updates including 4-H newsletters, contests, and upcoming opportunities.

St. Charles 4-H Facebook Page

www.facebook.com/scp4h

Like or Follow this page for daily posts, updates, and resources.

St. Charles 4-H Instagram @scp4h

Follow us on Instagram for highlights and announcements.

Google Classroom or Microsoft Teams

Many school clubs will use Google Classroom to communicate with their 4-H’ers. Our parish 4-H Community Clubs and members-at-large club will use Microsoft Teams to communicate with 4-H‘ers. See your 4-H Club Leader for information on how to gain access to these communication tools.

Things to do for 4-H this month

Each month 4-H’ers will be provided with a list of upcoming opportunities on a parish, regional, state, and/or national level. Contact the 4-H Agent or visit the St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter Website under “4-H Youth Development” for all rules, applications, and more information.

4-H Senior Honor Cord and Senior Jacket Awards – Awards for current 12th grade members

Current graduating senior 4-H members may apply to receive a 4-H honor cord to wear for graduation and a 4-H senior jacket to wear to show off their 4-H accomplishments. Jackets will be awarded in the winter. 4-H Honor Cords will be awarded in spring. There are two separate applications for these awards. Contact your 4-H Agent at kzammit@agcenter.lsu.edu for an application.

State 4-H Fashion Camp – Overnight adventure for 10-13 year old members - $80.00 fee

This trip is held on January 20-22, 2023 at Camp Grant Walker in Pollock, La. Selected campers will learn basic sewing skills and enjoy sewing various projects. Space is limited. Complete the 4-H Fashion Camp Online Application for consideration to attend. Application deadline: November 11, 2022.

Upcoming 4-H Events for St. Charles Parish

4-H Toy and Food Drive

Celebrate this holiday season by using your hands for larger service. One way to help your community is by participating in the annual 4-H Toy and Food Drive. During the months of November and December, your 4-H club is encouraged to conduct a Toy and/or Food Drive to help those in our community.

4-H Club Leaders – Please send pictures and a total estimated number of toys and food collected to Kali Zammit (4-H Agent) at kzammit@agcenter.lsu.edu by December 7, 2022. Recognition will be given to all 4-H clubs that participate in this service opportunity. Please feel free to donate items within your school or contact the 4-H Agent prior to December 7, 2022 for pick up and collection options.

4-H Portfolios

Throughout this year 4th – 12th grade 4-H members are encouraged to complete a 4-H Portfolio, which focuses on record-keeping skills and is helpful when completing award, scholarship, and future job applications. Prizes or opportunities will be awarded to top members who complete the 4-H Portfolio. Read the newsletter for opportunities to list in your 4-H Portfolio. Download a Digital Version of the 4-H Portfolio to begin working.

4-H Leadership Opportunities

St. Charles Parish 4-H is offering the following leadership opportunities this month. List your participation in these activities in the 4-H Leadership (Section 2) of your 4-H Portfolio.

• 4-H Jr. Leader Club Meeting
• 4-H Officers
• Leading the 4-H Pledge at club meetings
• 4-H Regional Challenge Camp

4-H Citizenship/Community Service Projects

Use your hands to larger service by participating in 4-H Service Projects. List your participation in the 4-H Citizenship/Community Service (Section 3) of your 4-H Portfolio.

• 4-H Day of Service
• 4-H Toy and Food Drive

Read the newsletter for more details on each of these projects. If you need verification of service hours for another organization, contact the 4-H Agent.

4-H Awards and Recognition

There are several award opportunities this month for 4-H members. List your participation in the 4-H Awards and Recognition (Section 3) of your 4-H Portfolio.

• 4-H Photography Contest
• 4-H Culinary Arts Contest
• 4-H Senior Honor Cord and Senior Jacket
• 4-H All-Around Style Contest
• 4-H Virtual Talent Show Contest
• 4-H Virtual Pet Show Contest

4-H Project Clubs Begin Meeting in November

It is not too late to join one of our St. Charles Parish 4-H Project Clubs. Many of our clubs will begin meeting in November. For more information or to join any of the project clubs listed below, please contact the St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter Office at 985-785-4473 or kzammit@agcenter.lsu.edu. Additional fees may apply.

• 4-H Cloverbud Community Club - for all K-3rd grade students
• 4-H CHEF (Cooking, Healthy Eating, & Fitness) Club - for all 4th-6th grade students
• 4-H Jr. Leader Club – for all 7th–12th grade students
• 4-H Fashion Club - for all 4th-12th grade students
• 4-H Shooting Sports Club – for students 10 years old through 12th grade

Our 4-H Shooting Sports Club will be hosting an Informational Meeting on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at the St. Charles Parish LSU AgCenter Office from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. All interested students and parents are encouraged to attend. If you cannot attend but are still interested in learning more about the club, please contact Kali Zammit at kzammit@agcenter.lsu.edu to receive more information.