Record Books - Don't delay

 It's about that time to sit down and think about finishing up those record books. I will let you know the deadline as soon as I receive it. 

If you have not started yet, now is the time. Keep in mind it's required for our horse members to qualify for the AZ State Horse Show. 

Submitting a record book each year is a valuable tool for our youth to sit and reflect of how they did in their project, did they meet their goals? Did they learn? What could be better? 

Keep in mind record books need to be submitted in ZingBooks. https://4h.zsuite.org/

You will work on the member record and the project record. The member record is the one we update annually of all of our years in 4-H. The project record is about the specific project(s) you did this year. (ie: you were in lamb and horse) You will have 2 project records and one member record book to submit. 

Here are some details on how the record books are evaluated. Do not forget your 4-H story and photo's!

Arizona 4-H Member Record Evaluation Guidance

 Leadership (25%) Leadership means taking the lead in giving direction, planning and organizing. Leaders are resourceful, good problem solvers, promoters, idea-contributors and persons who exemplify positive attitudes. Leadership is evidenced by contributions you have made to the local club, county, state, regional or national level. Evidence of leadership can often be demonstrated through holding elected offices or leadership positions. Leadership can also be demonstrated by having other individuals take part while you serve as a mentor or tutor.

 Program or Project Accomplishments (25%) Excellence in project work should be evident in multiple areas of your Arizona 4-H Member’s Record and Arizona 4-H Project Record. 4-H members are working towards mastering skills in project work. Evidence of 4-H project mastery is demonstrated by highlighting project goals and accomplishments, gained knowledge, developed skills, acquired insights, and presentation of sophistication in the project and activities. Please show depth and breadth of participation, as well as development of skills you will use outside of 4-H project work.

 Communications (10%) Communication is the ability to effectively share your ideas and knowledge in visual, written, and spoken ways. Evidence of effectively using communication skills can be promoting 4-H, including public speaking, demonstrations, or podcasts. Evidence of ways you have used a variety of skills to communicate with others about 4-H and what the program can do for others illustrates your understanding of effective communication.

 Citizenship & Community Service (20%) Citizenship is demonstrated through an understanding of the importance of civic involvement as evidenced by a high regard for freedom, justice, equity, and democratic principles. Citizenship is exemplified by your ability to move beyond your individual self- interests and to be committed to the well-being of some larger group. Community service is providing voluntary service to members of the community—such as repairing park benches, cleaning up a roadside, working at a food bank. Service is done without compensation and with a positive, courteous, and enthusiastic spirit.

 4-H Story (15%) Follow the instructions in the Arizona 4-H Member’s Record with respect to writing your 4-H story. Your story should be an overview of your experiences in 4-H. Your story should be compelling and show introspection and reflection on what your 4-H experiences have meant to you and how they have impacted your life. Photos are worth a thousand words. The photos you share in your Arizona 4-H Member Record should show you in action. Use your photos to show what and how you have learned through your 4-H experience.

 Overall (5%) Neatness and attention to detail in preparation demonstrate how you care about your 4-H experience. Proofread your document for grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors before submitted.