State 4-H President, Haley Anderson

WELCOME TO 4-H TEEN CONFERENCE!

Well Kentucky 4-H, today's the day! After weeks of planning, lots of packing and hours car rides you have finally made it to the University of Kentucky

for the 2017 State Teen Conference! I have had the tremendous honor of serving as your State 4-H President this past year and personally want to

welcome you to our biggest Teen Conference yet. Being in this position, I have made lifelong

friendships across the state and made memories I will cherish forever. I've danced more line dances,

sang more songs and laughed more than I ever have in my life.

This past year the State Officers have been privileged to travel across the Bluegrass to see

everything your individual counties have to offer, now it's your turn to see what Kentucky 4-H has to

offer you. Whether this is your first time experiencing Teen Conference, or your very last time being a delegate, I can assure you these next

four days will an adventure of a lifetime! So hold on tight because we're about to load up the cruisers and

explore the galaxies of 4-H.

Inside this Issue!

• State 4-H Officer Outgoing Remarks

• 2017-2018 Officer Candidate Profiles

• Safety Information

• What to Bring & Wear, Dress Code

• Helpful Hints!

The 4-H SPOTLIGHT

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Greetings Kentucky 4-H! I have been proud to serve Kentucky 4-H as your Vice President in 2016-2017. Through everyone's support I've been able to experience the difference that 4-H makes in our beautiful state of Kentucky. We are blessed to have such a strong program in our state. This teen conference will be one everyone will remember. This is where life-long friendships are made. Look around you, these people will always be with you through your journey in life. They will be with you through the good and the bad. They will make your life worth every breath. Keep these days at Teen Conference and in 4-H close to the heart. I wouldn't change one thing that's ever happened because I would not be the person I am today. This year serving you has taught me so many things. Without everyone in 4-H supporting the officer team, we would not be able to accomplish what we have this year.

If there is one piece of advice I would give to everyone it is this; apply yourself to whatever you love. If you apply yourself, you can accomplish anything. Thank you for your support and enjoy Teen Conference 2017! -JD Noe

Hello Teen Conference! It has been an honor to serve as your State 4-H Secretary this past year. From travelling to all corners of the state, to taking minutes at the State Teen Council meetings, and making new friends, I can certainly say I have had the best year yet. I want to thank all of you again for electing me as your State Secretary last June and allowing me to have this life changing experience. This week is going to be one to remember for all of us. You get to enjoy fun workshops, meet people across the state, elect this upcoming years officers, and watch my team and I hang up our jackets one last time. If I haven’t had the opportunity to meet you, please stop me so we can meet and chat for a bit. Even if we have already met and shared some good times…still stop me because you know I would love to see you again! I hope you have the best week with new friends and great memories! Thank you, Kentucky 4-H, for the best year yet! -Rebecca Hayes

Hey y’all! Welcome to Kentucky 4-H State Teen Conference. I hope you all are ready for one of the

most memorable 4-H experiences of your life! I am beyond excited to spend the next few days with all

of you on UK’s campus. I have had one incredibly remarkable year serving as your State 4-H Treasurer.

I have been blessed and welcomed by so many of you and your counties. I will forever cherish the

friendships that I have made during my officer tenure. The kindness and love that I have seen across

the Bluegrass will stay with me forever. I have witnessed firsthand how the love for Kentucky 4-H is

infinitely spread across the state. We are a proud 4-H state and I have been honored to represent you.

I would like to encourage all of you to take advantage of the opportunities and friendships that will be

offered to you this week! Life is what you make it. I have made the most of my officer year and I hope

that you do the same this week. Don’t be afraid to join in on that conversation on the elevator or talk

to your fellow 4-H’er in the Starbucks line. We 4-H’ers have a deep love for what we do. I’ve seen it

this year. Now let it shine through you this week. I can’t wait to end my officer year with all of you

extraordinary 4-H’ers on the dance floor! ~Paloma Falcon

1. No guys and girls on

the same floor or same room!

2. Please be courteous and

turn off your cell phones during assemblies.

3. Do not be in areas not

authorized, follow the program!

4. No use of tobacco,

alcohol, or drugs.

5. Please be considerate

of the dress code.

6. Watch the Dancing!

Let’s keep it appropriate and considerate

7. Buddy System!!

(Groups of THREE!)

8. NO PDA...really it's

gross!

9. Talk like you’re talking

to your momma (keep the

language clean)!

10. Have a

Great Week!

The Rules . . . don’t forget them!

Teen Conference is a lot of excitement, entertainment

and a great way to meet new friends. However, a week

on campus and away from home can really affect your

life! It’s possible to “survive” if you know exactly what you

need to bring and what can make Campus life easier

while at the University of Kentucky. The Kentucky 4-H

State Teen Council recommends the following to make

your stay as enjoyable as possible (dress code is on the

last page):

• Bed Linens

• Pillow

• Hand Soap

• Toiletries

• Towel & Washcloth

• Shower Shoes

• Alarm Clock

• Medications

• Snacks

• Money

• Clothes (dress code)

Suggestions:

• 2 Rolls Toilet Paper

• 2 Garbage Bags

• Hand Soap

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THINGS TO BRING!

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2016-2017 State 4-H Officers

President, Haley Anderson

Vice President, JD Noe

Secretary, Rebecca Hayes

Treasurer, Paloma Falcon

Safety First - LiveSafe App

The University of Kentucky places the highest priori-

ty on the safety of it’s students and visitors. They

are launching the LiveSafe app - a new app that will

help police locate you quickly and allow your adult

chaperones to locate you if lost or missing. Every-

one is asked to download this app and familiarize

yourself with it before Teen Conference

1) Open Google Play or the Apple App Store on your

phone. Search for "LiveSafe" and download the option

with the blue shield.

2) Tap "Sign up." Fill in your profile information and

create a password.

3) The University of Kentucky may pop-up if you are

close to campus. If so, tap "Yes." Otherwise tap

"Change" to select your school.

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Meet the 2017-2018 State 4-H Officer Candidates!

We would like to extend our appreciation and praise to each of these outstanding 4-H’ers

for their willingness to run for a state 4-H office. They are the “best of the best” and

regardless of the outcome of the election they are already WINNERS! We are behind them

as they strive to reach their goals. We encourage all of those not elected to remain active

and involved in 4-H in their county, district and state. 4-H needs ALL of us to be successful!

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Join the UK Campus Community on your iPhone by downloading the “UKMobile” App. This app has a map of the campus to help you

find your way around during 4-H Teen Conference!

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Campbell County, D3

I am often found at 4-H Events, hiking

the Red River Gorge, reading a good

book, or seeking an adventure. Who am I?

Debbie Myers, candidate for State 4-H

President. For as long as I can remember,

4-H has been an integral part of my life,

and as I’ve gotten older, my passion for

the 4-H Program has only grown. I am

honored to be a State Teen Council

member, Emerald Achievement Winner,

District 3 Teen Council Coordinator,

member of four Campbell County 4-H

clubs, and a teen archery coach. 4-H has

been life changing—developing my

leadership, communicat ion, and

citizenship skills. I pledge to use my head,

heart, hands, and health to serve the 4-H

Program to the best of my ability—

making the best better. Vote for me, your

next State 4-H President: A Little Debbie,

a lot of good!

President

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Hart County, D6 The most important characteristics of a state 4-H

officer are to uphold the 4-H pledge. I’ve spent my life saying

the pledge and ultimately unknowingly began to live it. Each

line in the pledge does represent the required characteristics of

an officer.

“I pledge my head to clearer thinking.” By thinking

clearer, I have become the person I am today. I’ve thought

about what I wanted to achieve. I’ve made plans on what I

want to achieve.

“My heart to greater loyalty.” I have always been

faithful to the 4-H program including friends, family and 4-H

projects. I’ve been loyal to the programs 4-H has offered.

I’ve always tried to be a leader in my clubs. I’ve always

dedicated my heart to the Kentucky 4-H State Teen Council,

where I have assisted in planning events with my 4-H family.

“My hands to larger service” is represented by the

numerous community service projects that I have completed at

the county, state and national level. My 4-H community

service and my church mission work have all played a part in

my character development. My favorite community service

projects include both 4-H projects and church mission work.

“My health to better living for my club, my

community, my country and my world.” Through 4-H, I have

promoted a healthy lifestyle by participating in healthy

cooking classes and even running a 4K.

These characteristics are just a few. The 4-H State

Officers should be able to live by this pledge, not only because

they want to be an officer but also because they want to make

a difference in society.

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Casey County, D5

Vice President

Picture a green jacket printed with a white clover and the words

head, heart, hands, health. This same jacket has become synonymous

with one of the highest honors in 4-H: being a State 4-H Officer.

Worn by past officers and present officers sharing the goal to better

Kentucky 4-H, this jacket has big sleeves to fill. The officer who

wears this jacket should possess the characteristics of passion,

professionalism, and persistence.

Officers should use their love of 4-H to inspire people of all ages to

make the best better. I have been extremely passionate about 4-H

since I was 9 years old. Through my involvement in various clubs,

projects, and conference, 4-H has bettered me and I want to better 4-

H in return.

Holding a high position, like a State 4-H Officer, requires

professionalism. Officers are the face of Kentucky 4-H and should

act in a manner that correctly portrays our organization. They should

conduct themselves in a respectful manner, dress appropriately, be

on time, and serve humbly. My parents, as well as 4-H, has instilled

in me how a young lady should conduct herself. Whether that be

doing business or being accepting and respectful of everyone.

Any position you hold will come with challenges, and this position is

no different. A State 4-H Officer should be persistent in solving

problems in 4-H. They need to use teamwork, creativity, and

determination to work through obstacles they will face throughout

their term. I first became a member of STC, I realized how

disconnected my district was. With the help of my 4-H Agent and

other council members, we overcame this obstacle by creating the

District 5 4-H Teen Council which is still active today.

As you see a State 4-H Officer should possess characteristics of

passion, professionalism, and persistence. I believe I possess these

characteristics. The green jacket has been worn by past and present

officers, and I hope I get the opportunity to fill it in the future.

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Montgomery County, D1

Hello, and welcome to the 2017 State 4-H Teen Conference! My name

is Laura Flannery and I am running to be your next State 4-H

Secretary! I currently am serving my second year on the 4-H State

Teen Council, and in my two years of State Teen Council, I have

grown close to State Officer and I have learned so much from them.

I want you to know who I am in the 4-H Program. I started

photography when I was five years old entering my projects into the

county fair. I moved forward with leadership opportunities such as

Speech and Demonstration Contest, STC and state conferences. I

have won 3 state cooking competitions and competed at Nationals for

Culinary Challenge, Chicken BBQ, and Turkey BBQ. I have attended

National 4-H Congress for my State Gold Achievement Award. These

are just some of the many accomplishments and projects I have done

in 4-H. I want to meet and talk to all of you, to help you achieve your

goals in 4-H. I look forward to your vote. Laura Flannery, your next

State 4-H Secretary.

I’m Mattea Wyatt and I want to be your next Kentucky State 4-H Secretary!

My 4-H background has been a light year in the making. When I was younger I

was shy and always hid behind my mom! I started participating in 4-H activities

and soon I broke out of my starship.

Now you can catch me around Kentucky with my lightsaber shining high for

4-H. Meanwhile in another galaxy, I was in 4-H Horticulture Club. My fellow

jedis and I won the State Fair 4-H Senior Horticulture Judging. I actually won

National Horticulture Demonstration! Currently, I am serving as the Co-Chair

of the Issues Conference and a member of the State Teen Council. If you vote

Mattea for State 4-H Secretary I am determined to unite all the clubs in the

galaxy of Kentucky 4-H and hope to get ot know all the jedis!

May the Clover be with you!

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Barren County, D6

Secretary

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Nelson County, D5

Hello, Kentucky 4-H! My name is Brandon Darby, and I hope to be your

next State 4-H Treasurer. My earliest memories of 4-H are entering crops

and showing pigs in the county fair in Michigan as a Cloverbud. Today, I

serve as President of the Nelson County and District 5 Teen Councils, as

well as Program Assistant on the State Teen Council. KET workshops at

Teen Conference helped me find my passion for filmmaking. I’m proud to

be attending the University of Kentucky in the fall as I pursue a career in

filmmaking.

Through 4-H, I have had opportunities to grow as a person, as a leader,

and as friend. I will work hard so that Kentucky youth may continue to

have these great opportunities. Vote for me as your next State 4-H

Treasurer, and I promise that together, we can continue “To Make the Best

Better!”

I am so excited to be running for the of State 4-H Treasurer! I’ve had a

passion for 4-H that’s been burning since the age of nine when I first

attended 4-H camp. Since then, I have spent countless hours volun-

teering and attending club meetings. I’ve been involved in speech and

debate competitions, met with elected officials, learned about the im-

portance of the horticulture and agriculture businesses in Kentucky,

and even started my own business through 4-H. I’m currently serving

on State Teen Council representing District 6, but I want to take my

love of 4-H state wide as a 4-H officer!

Outside of 4-H I’ve been involved in school musicals, BETA club,

SNHS, pageantry and cheerleading. This fall, I will be attending WKU’s

Honors College where I hope to be involved in similar activities. Vote

for me, Amanda Harder, as your next Kentucky State 4-H Treasurer

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Treasurer

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Campus Dorm Life! New Dorms

Each room comes equipped with a refrigerator and mi-

crowave. All participants at 4-H Teen Conference will

be issued identify cards that act as passes to enter the

building, the elevator and your sleeping room. Each

dorm has a laundry facility, game room and kitchenette.

Study rooms on each level will host the nightly floor

meetings. See the list on pg. 3 for what you need to

bring!

4-H TEEN CONFERENCE - DRESS CODE

Note: All tops must cover waist band when arms are raised above your head. Skirt length should be

mid-thigh. T-shirts should not display any profanity, sexual innuendos, obscenities, or advertise beer,

liquor or tobacco products or have racial/gang overtones. T-Shirts with 4-H logos are recommended. Shirts

or blouses should be tucked in at all times (when appropriate to shirt type). Hats (cowboy, baseball caps,

visors, bandannas) and Sunglasses should NOT be worn inside buildings (guys and girls). This is an

educational conference, in which you represent your district and county. Please keep this in mind when se-

lecting your clothing

Casual - Jeans or khakis (with belt), T-shirts (T-shirts should not display any profanity, sexual innuendos, ob-

scenities, or advertise beer, liquor or tobacco products or have racial/gang overtones. T-Shirts with 4-H log-

os are recommended), tennis shoes (clean). Does not include cut-offs or worn jeans with holes. Dress

shorts should be fingertip length or longer (cheerleading shorts or other short shorts are not allowed).

No spaghetti strap tops or halter tops for females or tank tops for males.

Professional – Males - dress slacks (with belt) with a shirt and tie or polo shirts, jackets are encouraged,

clean dress shoes.

Females - dresses, suits with skirts or dress slacks, blouses, clean dress shoes. No denim clothing or

tennis/athletic shoes.

Semi-formal—Males – dress slacks (with belt) with a shirt and tie, Jackets are preferred. Banded collar shirts

without a tie are acceptable when worn with a jacket. Females - dresses from knee to floor length, pants

suits appropriate for a prom or similar dress-up activity. This could include a dressy outfit worn to an event

at your church, synagogue, or mosque.

DAY ACTIVITY REQUIRED DRESS

Monday ALL DAY (including dinner and assembly) CASUAL

Tuesday Tracks, Workshops, Conference Night Out CASUAL

Tuesday Evening Assembly PROFESSIONAL

Wednesday Tracks, Workshops, Voting CASUAL

Wednesday Fashion Revue, Reception, Closing Dance SEMI-FORMAL

Thursday ALL DAY CASUAL