Tuesday, April 15, 2025
The Kansas 4-H Tip Sheet is a monthly newsletter that provides valuable information to local Extension offices, as well as Kansas 4-H families. The deadlines posted may be different than those set by local Extension offices. In addition, local Extension offices may not be able to provide chaperones and/or transportation to statewide Kansas 4-H events, programs, trainings and activities. Always check with your local Extension office before registering.
From the 4-H Program Leader
Beyond Ready, Bold Goals, and Strategic Planning for Kansas 4-H
We are excited to launch a strategic planning process to imagine the future for Kansas 4-H as we strive to help youth be Beyond Ready for life and work.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah E. Maass | April 15, 2025
Deadlines
State Market Beef Nomination Deadline Approaching
State Market Beef Nominations are due May 1. This includes all market steers and market heifers families would like to be eligible to show at the Kansas State Fair Grand Drive and/or KJLS. Official DNA envelopes must be ordered by April 20.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Lexie Hayes | April 15, 2025
Upcoming Events
Shutterbugs at Botanica
4-H Photography members and family are invited to attend the 2025 Shutterbug Event at Botanica in Wichita, Kansas, on Saturday, May 3, beginning at 9:00 am.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Amy Collins | April 15, 2025
Kansas 4-H Discovery Days Registration Open
2025 Kansas 4-H Discovery Days registration is now open. Please see the Kansas 4-H Discovery Days webpage for more information.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Dona Sue Ratliff | April 15, 2025
Save the Date for 48 Hours of 4-H
Please save the date for 48 Hours of 4-H, October 11-12, 2025. More information will be available in future tipsheets.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Beth Hinshaw | April 15, 2025
Event Registration Information
Important information about our Event Payments and Cancellation Plan is provided so Extension Units and Families can better understand the plans in place.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Dona Sue Ratliff | April 15, 2025
Volunteer Development
National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week is the perfect time to say thank you to K-State Research and Extension and 4-H Adult Volunteers!
Read full announcement | Submitted by Beth Hinshaw | April 15, 2025
Kansas Youth Leadership Forum Workshop Proposal Process is Open!
We are looking for workshop submissions for the 2025 Kansas Youth Leadership Forum!
Read full announcement | Submitted by Beth Hinshaw | April 15, 2025
4-H Online
PEARS Training and Office Hours Update
Upcoming PEARS training will be held on April 23 from 2–3 PM via Teams, and weekly 4-H Online and PEARS support office hours are now scheduled for Tuesdays from 9:30–10:15 AM via Zoom.
Read full announcement | Submitted by McKenzie Zimmermann | April 15, 2025
Professional Development
Training Wheels Training - Interactive Training to Maximize Team Building Skills
Team building training with Training Wheels Kits - learn to use the kits to maximize your team building skills.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Amy Collins | April 15, 2025
Program Information
YQCA Certification Information
Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) is a national youth livestock quality assurance program required for exhibitors participating in the Kansas State Fair Grand Drive and/or KJLS. It is an annual training and should be completed soon.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Lexie Hayes | April 15, 2025
Fair Resources
Help Us Collect County Fair Dates for 2025
Please help us gather information on the 2025 County Fairs by filling out a Qualtrics before April 25th.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Marissa Randel | April 15, 2025
Global Citizenship Opportunities
Travel Summer 2025 with IFYE
Travel with IFYE is still possible for the summer of 2025. The Association of IFYE USA, Inc., in partnership with Kansas 4-H Youth Development International Exchange Programs, announces details of the summer 2025 IFYE exchange program.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Deryl Waldren | April 15, 2025
Global 4-Hers Want to Learn about Kansas 4-H
Kansas 4-H expects to host five or six teens and a chaperone each from Norway 4H and Taiwan 4-H in June/July this summer. They hope to learn about Kansas 4-H and our culture. Host families are still needed for some of the teens and the chaperones.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Mary Kay Munson | April 15, 2025
Japanese Youths Wanting a Kansas 4-H Host Family Experience
Looking for some new fun and excitement this summer? Host a new friend from Japan in your home this summer, July 23–August 15. Kansas 4-H International Exchange Programs are offering hosting opportunities for 40 families on the Kansas 4-H Japan Exchange.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Deryl Waldren | April 15, 2025