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The new 4-H year kicks off September 1st and that means our Virtual Volunteer Leadership Academy will begin our fall series. Based on volunteer feedback, we have made some exciting changes!  The biggest change is that our live sessions will be offered in the evenings instead of the middle of the day. An email notification has been sent to all our registered participants about the time change. Hopefully, this will allow more people to attend the live sessions.

The second change is that we have adjusted some of the topics based on COVID-19 transition needs. Here is our updated schedule, as well as a description of the session:

Time is 6PM Central/7PM Eastern on the third Thursday of the month
Date Topic Description
September 17th  

Making Virtual Meetings Fun

 

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the 4-H club year looks different right now. As we move through phase 2 and phase 3 of our transition to “normal” virtual programs are still encouraged. Join us to learn simple strategies for making virtual and socially distanced programs fun and engaging for youth.  This session will provided resources for:
1.       Virtual and socially distanced icebreakers
2.       How to lead hands on activities in a virtual or socially distanced setting
October 15th 4-H Judging Teams Judging contests are a great way for youth to learn decision making skills, public speaking and teamwork. This session will:
1.       Give an overview of judging opportunities in Florida 4-H
2.       Provide resources for getting started coaching a judging team (virtually or in person)
November 19th Mindfulness for the 4-H Volunteer For many counties in the Northwest District, the past few years have been extremely stressful. Between Hurricane Michael and now COVID-19, our 4-H volunteers are burning the candle at both ends. This session will help you learn strategies to relieve stress through the science of mindfulness.
December                       No session- enjoy time with family and friends!

If you are not registered, there is still space (and registration is free). Register once, and you will be signed up for all the sessions. If you can’t make a session, you will receive a link to the record so that you can participate at your convenience.  While these sessions are geared towards 4-H club leaders, anyone interested in helping with a club or eventually becoming a volunteer is welcome to attend.Attend at least three live sessions in 2020, and you will receive a digital badge!  We also have some exciting doorprizes as we gear up for our 4-H Volunteer Retreat in January 2021. If you have questions, or would like to suggest topics for 2021, please contact your local UF IFAS Extension Office.

Heather Kent
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