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Date: November 1, 2018 To: South Jersey 4-H Teen Members – grades 8th – 13th From: South Jersey 4-H Teen Conference Planning Committee

Re: 2019 South Jersey 4-H Teen Conference to be held March 1-3, 2019 The 2019 South Jersey 4-H Teen Conference Planning Committee has an exciting weekend planned. Your teen delegates have selected INVESTIGATE YOUR FUTURE WITH 4-H as this year’s theme. The conference will focus on leadership, vision, research, communication, and creativity. Crown Plaza in Cherry Hill, New Jersey will be our conference headquarters. A fantastic weekend full of fun, friendship, and finding your future awaits you! SJTC will begin with registration on Friday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the hotel’s main lobby. Upon arrival, you will check in at the registration table with Burlington and Monmouth teens to receive your room key and conference packet. For our collection drive, the SCARLET RAPTOR FOOD PANTRY will be the recipient of your donations of non-perishable food items. You can drop off your donations in the lobby before proceeding to your guest room. A buffet dinner will be served in the Gallery Room during registration hours. Following dinner, the conference will begin at 7:00pm with the opening ceremony and evening program developed by Cumberland and Cape May teens. On Saturday morning, we will hold a variety of educational workshops planned by the Gloucester and Salem teens focusing on college and careers opportunities. Attendees will be participating in community service activities on Saturday afternoon. Please watch for more detailed information to follow from Ocean teens. Saturday night is the banquet, dance, game room and, always a highlight, the 4-H Talent show. You are invited to showcase your talent at this fun event. Mercer and Camden teens will have the place rocking! Our conference will conclude on Sunday morning, March 3, with Atlantic teens holding a 4-H edition of “Shark Tank” and the closing ceremony, ending at 11:00 a.m. We look forward to seeing you at SJTC!

2019SJTCTeenPlanningCommittee

SJTCConferenceChairsGraysonLink,GloucesterJackieMonzo,Gloucester

SJTCConferenceSecretaryKayleeLuckiewicz,Gloucester

COUNTYREPRESENTATIVES

AtlanticPaigePlummerWilliamMakresTheresaFoellNickFoell

VictoriaFoster

BurlingtonJonathanFrancis

CapeMayAnnabellaHalbruner

CumberlandJillianTozer

GloucesterClaudiaHarding

MonmouthRoseFarra

OceanKylene Stewart

Life,College,Career…Beingpreparedisajourney.

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AreyoureadytoInvestigateYourFu

tureThrough4‐H?

ConferenceMeetingRoomsGROUNDLEVEL

HotelLobby–ConferenceRegistrationGallery - FridayOpeningSessionSaturdayBreakfastandLunchGameRoomduringDance

TerraceRoom–Friday Night DinnerSaturday BanquetandDance

Sunday Breakfast and Closing Session

MEZZANINELEVELPlaza1‐5–Sat.MorningWorkshops

WhatistheSouthJersey4‐HTeenConference?TheSouthJersey4‐HTeenConferenceisanannualtencountyconferenceforteensingrades8‐13(oneyearoutofhighschool)thatfocusesonleadershipandpersonaldevelopment.

Eachyear’sconferencehasspecificgoalsrelatedtotheselectedprogramtheme.Theprogramisdesignedbyteendelegatesonthe2019SJTCPlanningCommitteeincooperationwith4‐HfacultyandstaffofRutgersCooperativeExtension.

Thisyear’sthemeis"InvestigateYourFuturethrough4‐H"andfocusesonworkforcepreparation.Throughouttheweekend,teenswill:

‐ takepartinexperientialactivitiesthatreinforcereallife‐ explorecareerfieldsandlearnfromseasonedindustry

professionals‐ developskillsneededintheworkplace,suchasgoal

setting,communicationandteamwork‐ learnfromworkshoppresenterswhohavecultivated

theirskillsandpassionintospecificcareerfieldsorbusinesses

SouthJersey4‐HTeenConferenceisplannedbySouthJersey4‐Hteensincooperationwithcounty4‐HfacultyandstaffofRutgersCooperativeExtension.Thiseventisopentoteeningrades8‐13.4‐HYouthDevelopmentprogramsareofferedtoallyouth,K‐13(oneyearoutofhighschool),onanage‐appropriatebasis,withoutregardtorace,religion,color,nationalorigin,ancestry,age,sex,sexualorientation,genderidentityandexpression,disability,atypicalhereditarycellularorbloodtrait,maritalstatus,civilunionstatus,domesticpartnershipstatus,militaryservice,veteranstatus,andanyothercategoryprotectedbylaw.RutgersCooperativeExtensionencouragesindividualswithdisabilitiestoparticipateinitsprogramsandactivities.Allpossibleeffortswillbemadetoincluderatherthanexcludeyouthineventsconductedbythe4‐HYouthDevelopmentProgram

SouthJersey4‐HTeenConferenceSchedule

Friday,March1,2019

5:00‐7:30pm Registration HotelLobby

5:30‐7:00pm LightSupper Gallery

6:00‐6:30pm SJTCFirstTimersOrientation

Plaza4

6:45‐7:30pm VolunteerChaperoneMeeting

Plaza5

7:30‐8:00pm OpeningSession Gallery

8:00‐10:00pm FridayEveningProgram Gallery

10:00‐10:30pm CountyMeetings Variouslocations

10:30‐11:00pm QuietTimeinRooms

11:00pm LightsOut

Saturday,March2,2019

7:00‐7:30am MorningEnergizer Meetinlobby

7:15‐8:15am Breakfast Gallery

8:15am MorningAnnouncements

Gallery

8:45‐12:15pm WorkshopSessionsPleaseNote:Attheconference,workshopswillbeheldinPlazarooms1through5.Thesewillbescheduledas(3)1‐hoursessionsbasedontheattendeesregistrationselections.ExploringCareerPathsinHealthcare

Fitness.Performance.Life.

ToServe&Protect

CareersinCooperativeExtension

EquineEmphasis:PATHIntl.

WorkingwithAnimals:CareersinVeterinaryMedicine

ToolsoftheTrade

TinkeringwithTechnology

AskaCollegeKid:PanelonUniversityLife

FinancialBootCamp

PitchPerfect:HowtoLandCreativeWritingGigs

WinningWhenItReallyCounts:GoalSetting

Visual&PerformingArts

CreativeEntrepreneurship

LiveSaturdayNight:Lights,Camera,Action!

12:15pmLastworkshopssessionends

12:30‐1:30pm Lunch&prepareforafternoonactivity

Gallery

afternoonactivity entrance1:30‐4:30pm AfternoonActivity

5:00‐6:00pm FreeTimeandPrepforBanquet

6:15pm CountyRepLine‐Up OutsideTerraceRoom

6:30‐7:00pm CountySpeeches TerraceRoom

7:00‐8:30pm Banquet&TalentShow TerraceRoom

9:00‐11:00pm Dance TerraceRoom

9:00‐11:00pm GamesandOtherActivities

Gallery

11:00pm QuietTime–ReturntoRoom

Midnight LightsOut

Sunday,March3,20198:30‐9:15am Breakfast TerraceRoom

9:15‐9:30am MorningAnnouncements

TerraceRoom

9:30‐11:00am ClosingSession*Inspiration*Summary*Evaluation

TerraceRoom

11:00‐11:30am CheckOut

TBA

1:30pm BoardBusesfor Loadatside

2019 South Jersey 4‐H Teen Conference Workshop Selection Form 

 

Name ___________________________________________________   County _______________________________ 

 Email __________________________________________________ (in case we need to contact you about your choices) 

 Below you will find descriptions for the workshops for the 2019 South Jersey 4‐H Teen Conference.  Workshops will be divided into 3 sessions at the conference.  Please select your TOP 5 workshop choices below & rank them 1 (as your top choice) through 5.  If you have any questions, please contact your county 4‐H staff. 

 

Session 1 Workshop Selection:  _____  1. Exploring Career Paths in Healthcare 

Do you want a career that allows you to help others? Are you looking to work in a field with above average career growth in the coming years? Would you like a wide variety of career options? If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, join us as we dive into the medical field to explore focus and treatment, as well as the variety of career opportunities available.  

 

_____  2. Fitness. Performance. Life. Come explore yoga, strength training, wellness, and various other restorative mind‐body practices!  This 

workshop will combine a short meditation and flowing movements.  After enjoying this restorative, low‐impact 

workout for the mind, body and spirit ‐ the group will move into discussion on career paths and certifications 

that follow these growing health and wellness trends. 

_____  3. To Serve & Protect Learn from the personal experiences of professionals in the law enforcement and military fields.  as they share their personal growth gained through character development, respect for the rule of law, physical fitness, good citizenship and patriotism.  The workshop will also include a review of day‐to‐day activities of a K9 unit, as well as discussion on education incentives and supplemental tuition assistance available through service.  

_____  4. Careers in Cooperative Extension  Do you want a career that keeps you excited and engaged?  Cooperative Extension staff, educators, and faculty have a passion for agriculture, community, or youth and family.  Through education and outreach, this career path provides the opportunity to improve lives by helping diverse populations meet challenges in an ever‐changing environment.  If getting to help and share your passion with others interests you, Cooperative Extension may be the right fit!  

_____  5. Equine Emphasis:  PATH Intl. Learn about PATH Intl. (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International).  Hear from certified instructors and equine specialists on the work conducted to assist those with physical, cognitive and emotional challenges find strength and independence through the power of the horse. 

 

_____  6. Working with Animals: Careers in Veterinary Medicine If you love animals and want to learn everything there is to know about how to keep them healthy as possible, the exciting field of veterinary science is worth exploring!  Develop knowledge about animal care and behavior, while interacting with professionals to gain insight into the many career opportunities this field has to offer!  

_____  7. Tools of the Trade Are you interested in launching a career or learning a craft?  Come explore a fresh take or maybe find your passion while making a living doing what you love.  There is a vast array of opportunities in building trades, career‐tech fields, and job opportunities in nuclear and fossil power plants, shipyards, refineries and chemical plants.  Like working more with your hands? Skilled craftsman positions for residential & commercial work also always in high demand.   

Name _____________________________________________   County ___________________________________ 

 

 

_____  8. Tinkering with Technology Brand new, breaking edge technology is overlapping with every other industry, with IoT being used in hospitals, 

hotels, vehicles, and more!  The opportunities to invent and grow are greater than ever before.  If you’re 

interested in cutting‐edge technology, science, engineering, and math ‐ join us in learning more about STEM 

technologies and digital literacies that will be necessary for the job of your future! 

_____  9. Ask a College Kid:  Panel on University Life Anxious about college campus life? Attend this panel to ask current college students (and 4‐H alums) all your burning questions! Panelists will be prepared to talk about life in a dorm, dining hall realities, scholarship and financial aid questions, and tips for having a successful college semester. 

 

_____  10. Financial Boot Camp What better way to lay a foundation of smart financial beliefs & habits than at Financial Boot Camp!  In and fun and interactive way, you will get to apply critical thinking to see how financial habits can enable you to manage, multiply and donate money wisely.  Join in to learn about financial habits, principles and concepts you can use to grow into financially responsible adults ready to achieve your dreams! 

 

_____  11. Pitch Perfect: How to Land Creative Writing Gigs Are you a writer who wants to make money off your passion for words? So much of professional writing is freelance‐‐getting paid per project and working independently.  To land a paid writing gig, you need to pitch: your idea, your style, your *self*. You will come out of this workshop with a completed pitch letter for the project of your dreams, be it journalism, essay or a work of fiction. 

_____  12. Winning When it Really Counts: Goal Setting 

Having goals is one thing, but achieving them takes time, self‐understanding, and determination. This hands‐on 

workshop you will lead you through a practical process of goal setting that will result in a much higher 

probability of success.  Whether you want better grades, trying to keep organized, or just get to know how to 

strategically plan things out better ‐ you will get to work together, share ideas ‐ and in the process learn the 

practical tools & concepts to help you achieve your goals.  

_____  13. Visual & Performing Arts 

Ready to dive into a career in theater or show business?  Whether you want to be the star of the show, a 

director, producer, light & sound tech, promoter, or any other part of the ensemble ‐ visual and performing arts 

offers a variety of distinctly different opportunities with the common goals of exploring your creativity.  Join in 

this workshop to explore the options and opportunities available!   

_____  14. Creative Entrepreneurship 

Interact with creative professionals and learn about opportunities to maximize your interests & passions 

through entrepreneurship.  As they share their own personal journey to develop creative products and services, 

you will discover good practice in creative entrepreneurship ‐ join in & get inspired to establish and nurture your 

very own creative business!  

_____  15. Live Saturday Night:  Lights, Camera, Action! 

Calling all artists, musicians, comics, poets, and dancers...this ‘dress rehearsal’ is required for participation in the 

SJCT Talent Show.  This workshop is designed for you to have one final practice to perform and work out any 

last‐minute details of the main performance. 

SOUTH JERSEY 4-H TEEN CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM

Postmarked on or before County Registration Deadline: January 3, 2019 Code: _________(for office use only)

Section I. YOUTH/ADULT PARTICIPANT INFORMATION Name_________________________________________Birthdate_____________Age________

Street Address _______________________________________________ Grade __________

City & State__________________________ Zip ____________ Phone _______________

4-H County _________________________ Gender ___________

E-mail Address ______________________________________________________________

Banquet Entree Choice (circle one) Chicken or Pasta (vegetarian option)__ Please indicate any special needs (food or accommodations) you may have______________________________

Teens: Complete Sections I, II, III of this Registration Form and return by the deadline to your county 4-H office with a check. You may choose a double room with 2 beds and 2 roommates (cost $250.00 per person) or a quad room with 2 beds and 4 roommates (cost $200.00 per person). Please make checks payable to your county 4-H account, as instructed by your 4-H agent. REFUND POLICY Once you register for South Jersey Teen Conference, you are responsible for the cost of the conference and are expected to attend.

Adults: Complete Sections I and IV only. Return by the deadline to your county 4-H office.

Section II. YOUTH PARTICIPANT ROOMMATE PREFERENCE Please list the name of ONE roommate choice below. Before completing this section, check with roommate choice to avoid confusion. County 4-H staff will assign rooms of two ($250.00) or four ($200.00). There will be no switching of rooms at the conference. Your roommate choice must also request you on their registration form Name of Roommate Preference ___________________________________ County: _______________________________

Section III. ITEMS REQUIRED TO BE INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION FORM FOR YOUTH PARTICIPANTS Enclosed with this registration form are the following items: _____ A check or money order made payable to my county 4-H account for the full conference fee $200.00 if 4 in a room, $250.00 if 2 in a room _____ A completed copy of the 4-H Event Permission Form for Youth, signed by my parent/guardian and myself.

Section IV. ADULT ADVISOR'S REGISTRATION Advisors should complete Section I and Section IV (check with your 4-H agent regarding payment of registration fee and roommate selection). Advisors must complete the 4-H Event Release/Agreement Form for Adults, signing in all places. Roommate ______________________________________________________________________

New Jersey 4-H Event Permission Form for Youth

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Both sides of this form must be completed by all youth participating in overnight activities, field trips, events requiring group transportation, and any other events sponsored through the 4-H Youth Development Program where it is deemed necessary by the event coordinator(s) (paid 4-H staff and/or registered 4-H volunteer) responsible for the youth participants. The form should be submitted prior to the event. The form has five parts: (1) information about the participant and activity, (2) parental permission and liability release, (3) medical emergency authorization and health information, and (4) code of conduct and (5) media policy. Be sure to complete all five parts and sign where requested!

Information about the Youth Participant and Activity Name of Youth participant: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________ City:__________________ State:_______ Zip:__________

Telephone number: _____________________________________ Email Address: ___________________________________

4-H county: ____________________________________________ Birthdate: ____________________ Grade: _______________

Name of activity/event: _______________________________________________________________________________________

Name of 4-H group sponsoring or participating in this event: __________________________________________________________

Location of event: ___________________________________________________________________________________________

Date and time of participation of individual named above: ___________________________________________________________

Parent Permission and Release of Liability

I hereby give my son/daughter named above permission to participate in the event listed. Although Rutgers Cooperative Extension and its event coordinator(s) will use the utmost precaution in guarding the health of the above participant and preventing accidents, I release them from any liability in case of illness or injury as a result of this activity. Furthermore, I release the owner and driver of the car transporting my child to and from the event, from any liability in case of illness or injury.

Signature of parent or guardian: _________________________________________________________________

Medical Emergency Authorization and Health Information

I authorize the event coordinator(s) to dispense the prescription drugs and/or over the counter medications listed below in accordance with the instructions provided on the label (prescription drugs) or below (over-the-counter medications). In case of sudden illness or an accident to the above named participant requiring immediate treatment or surgery while he/she is a participant in this activity, I authorize the 4-H chaperone(s) to take such action as seems appropriate to protect the health and physical well-being of the above participant. This authority extends to any physician(s) and/or surgeon(s) selected by the event coordinator(s) to perform medical and/or surgical procedures including examinations and tests necessary to preserve the health and physical well-being of the above named participant. All efforts will be made to contact the parent(s) or guardian(s) in case of emergency. ____________________________ ____________________ __________________________________ __________________ Name of parent/guardian Phone number Name of additional emergency contact Phone number

The following information is provided as an aid to the event coordinator(s) in dealing with the well-being of the participant. The participant has the following health conditions: (include allergies, handicaps, diabetes, pregnancy, asthma, medications needed, etc.).

Health conditions: ___________________________________________________________________________________________

Medications/Instructions: _____________________________________________________________________________________

Health Insurance: Company Group# ___________________________________ ID# _____________________________________

Signature of parent or guardian ________________________________________________________________

Continued on other side

Sign Here

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New Jersey 4-H Code of Conduct The primary purpose of the New Jersey 4-H Code of Conduct is to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants at 4-H sponsored events and activities. It applies to all participants, with participants defined as 4-H members, their parents, and volunteers. As a participant in the 4-H program, I will: • Conduct myself in a courteous manner and treat members, parents, 4-H volunteers, Extension staff, judges and

others with respect. Appropriate language and behavior are expected at all times. • Respect and adhere to the rules and guidelines of the 4-H program including all those specific to a 4-H event or

activity.

• Uphold an individual’s right to dignity by supporting an environment of inclusion which welcomes involvement of participants from all backgrounds.

• Accept supervision and support from county and state 4-H staff while participating in the 4-H program. This

includes acceptance of supervision and support from appointed 4-H volunteers coordinating 4-H events and activities.

• Obey local, state and federal laws. Participants who fail to adhere to the New Jersey 4-H Code of Conduct are subject to a range of disciplinary actions. Such actions will be taken in compliance with the New Jersey 4-H Discipline Policy and Procedure. When appropriate, immediate corrective action will be taken at the 4-H event to ensure the safety and welfare of all participants.

I understand if I fail to adhere to the above Code of Conduct, I will be subject to disciplinary action and potentially prohibited from attending and participating in the New Jersey 4-H Youth Development program.

_______________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Signature of participant in event Date

_______________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Signature of parent or guardian Date

New Jersey 4-H Media Policy and Release The 4-H program routinely promotes activities through various media. This includes, but is not limited to newsletters, newspapers, brochures, and displays. In doing so, the names and photos of members may be included to help tell the 4-H story. However, New Jersey 4-H policy is that on web sites, youth in photos will not be identified by name(s).

❑ No, do not use my individual picture for any purpose. I will make an effort to avoid opportunities to be in group photos.

❑ No, do not use my name for any purpose. Revised: January 2013

Sign Here

Sign Here

South Jersey Teen Conference Talent Show

Wanted… Artist-Musicians-Comedians-Poets-Dancers and more

to exhibit or perform your talent

When: Live Saturday Night March 2nd

during the SJTC Banquet To sign up

• Complete the attached form and return it with your registration

• Select SJTC Talent Show for your workshop selection (this will be your rehearsal time)

Remember All acts must be 4-H Appropriate!

2019 South Jersey Teen Conference Talent Show Registration Form

Name___________________________________________County_________________

Names of other participants (if any) Name___________________________________________County_________________ Name___________________________________________County_________________ Name___________________________________________County_________________ Talent (check one) Performance____________ Exhibit__________________

• You are responsible for your own music and equipment.

• Make sure you select “Live Saturday Night” for one of your workshop selections.

2019 SJTC Shirt Order Form

Due to Burlington County by February 1, 2019

Name _________________________________________________County____________________________________

Long Sleeve T-Shirts cost $13.00 each.

Hooded Sweatshirts cost $24.00 each

Orders must be placed and prepaid by February 1, 2019.

Checks made payable to Burlington County 4-H Teen Council.

(Sizes larger than Adult XL are available by special order at an additional cost.)

Long Sleeve T-Shirt size Adult S, M, L, XL #________ at $14.00 = $________ XXL, XXL #________at $16.00

Hooded Sweatshirt Size Adult S, M, L, XL #________ at $25.00 = $________ XXL, XXL #________at $27.00

Check #___________________ Total Amount $________________

Return mail your order form and check to Burlington County 4-H Office:

RCE of Burlington County 4-H Office PO Box 6000 Mt Holly, NJ 08060

Any questions? Contact Nancy Horrisberger at the Burlington County 4-H Office at 609-265-5052

Investigate Your Future With 4-H

SJTC 2019

SCARLET RAPTOR                               

 

Do you ever….   

• Worry that you would not have enough money for food? • Cut or skip a meal because you didn’t have enough money to buy food?

• Find yourself unable to eat balanced or nutritious meals because of lack of money? • Go hungry because of a lack of money?

 If you answered YES to any of the above questions, you are eligible to utilize the Raptor Pantry, a food pantry available to Rutgers-Camden students who are food insecure. The food pantry is located in the Student Health Services, and is available to students with a Rutgers ID.

-food-pantry@camden.rutgers.edu for more information or to make an appointment and come in

 

       

Help Fight Hunger on Campus  

 

You can help support the Raptor Pantry, a food pantry available to students at RU-Camden who are food insecure. National surveys find that on average 20%

of students have experienced food insecurity, meaning that they do not have reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food to maintain

good health. You can help make a difference by donating non-perishable canned and boxed food items. We cannot accept damaged, opened or expired items. Below is a list

of most needed foods.   

   

Protein foods: - Peanut butter

- Canned Tuna, salmon or chicken - Nuts and seeds

Fruits and vegetables: - Canned soups

- Canned fruit (packaged in fruit juice)

- Dried fruits and raisins - Tomato sauce, crushed or diced

tomatoes - Salsa

- Fruit preserves/jelly

Dairy: - Canned milk

- Milk - Soy milk

- Eggs - Butter

Grains: - Cereal and oatmeal

- Pasta - Rice

- Graham or whole grain Crackers

Condiments: - Spices

- Olive or other vegetable oil - Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo

- BBQ sauce  

  

Other items: - Soap/shampoo

- Deodorant - Toothpaste/toothbrushes

- Feminine products

  

Baking items: - Flour - Sugar

- Baking powder

Donations can always be dropped off at the Student Health Services. For more information please call: 856-225-6005

or e-mail: scarlet-raptor-food-pantry@camden.rutgers.edu