Tuesday, November 3, 2009
SET Board Member helps parish learn about biofuels
Cole Griffin, State 4-H SET Board member, conducted the National 4-H Science Day Bio-fuel Blast experiment for the Junior Leaders in Union Parish. Check out a picture of Cole Griffin and read more here.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Introducing the 2009-2010 SET Board Members
The 2009-2010 Board Members are:Micah Patout, Iberia Parish, Chair
Ridge Miguez, Iberia Parish, Co-Chair
Allen Litton, Sabine Parish, Secretary/Reporter
Joy Semien, Ascension Parish, Senior LOST Camp Coordinator
Catlin Tatum, Jackson Parish, Junior LOST Camp Coordinator
Mary Beth Bourque, Vermillion Parish
Dylan Hopkins, Tensas Parish
Jana King, Tangipahoa Parish
Laiha Bergeaux, Jeff Davis Parish
Alex Talberg, Grant Parish
Robert Fusilier, Evangeline Parish
Jordan Guidry, St. Martin Parish
Cole Griffen, Union Parish
Jamieson Dill, Vermilion Parish
Aralynn Davis, St. James Parish
Peyton Beattie, Terrebonne Parish
LOST Camp 2009
During the summer, the SET Board puts on a LOST Camp (Louisiana Outdoor Science and Technology). This year was a huge success. The campers enjoyed the different tracks they went to each day. The tracks held at LOST Camp consisted of Rocketry, Robotics, Videography, Forensic Science, Kitchen Chemistry, Outdoor Skills, Energy, and Wetlands.
In Rocketry, each student got to build their very own model rocket and launch it at the parade grounds. Before the students got to get their hands on the rockets, they learned about rocket safety. In this track, the youth learned the importance of following instructions. This track was taught by several SET Board members.
The SET Board members really got the youth thinking in Robotics. In this track they had to use their imagination to build a robot, strategize their plan on completing missions, and then program the robot to do so. The youth really stretched their skills on working together. The track showed them how without one part of the group, the whole thing falls apart.
Videography was a big favorite at LOST Camp. The students learned the proper way to run a video camera and some new tricks to shoot better video. After a quick lesson, Mr. Randy allowed the campers to put their new knowledge to the test. The students got into groups and shot their very own videos. They imported, edited, added music, and even did voice-overs on the computers. The students really enjoyed this track.
The students who got the opportunity to visit Mrs. Ruby in Forensics had a blast. In this track the kids got to create blood splatters, visit crime scenes, and looked at sensor scopes. They got to see videos of robberies caught on tape and discussed fibers and how clothes fade. The students’ heads were filled with many interesting things in this track.
In Kitchen Chemistry, the 7th and 8th graders here at camp got to make lots of stuff. Silly putty, bubble gum, marshmallows, muffins, mayonnaise, and even butter were among the recipes. The kids really got a chance to get their hands dirty in this track. Overlooking the food, the kids also learned about chemical reactions and how they work. They were taught what chemistry is, and then actually did it.
The Outdoor Skills track allowed students to practice outdoor activities including archery, laser shot and rifle.
In the evenings the board members put on fun events including "Walking on Water", a talent show and a slip-n-slide. Everyone had lots of fun and the board members did a wonderful job.
If you would like to learn more about LOST camp visit the LSU AgCenter 4-H Web site at http://www.louisiana4h.org/. If you would like to help support the Science, Engineering and Technology board please contact Katina Hester at khester@agcenter.lsu.edu.
Article written by Allen Litton, SET Board Secretary/Reporter.
In Rocketry, each student got to build their very own model rocket and launch it at the parade grounds. Before the students got to get their hands on the rockets, they learned about rocket safety. In this track, the youth learned the importance of following instructions. This track was taught by several SET Board members.
The SET Board members really got the youth thinking in Robotics. In this track they had to use their imagination to build a robot, strategize their plan on completing missions, and then program the robot to do so. The youth really stretched their skills on working together. The track showed them how without one part of the group, the whole thing falls apart.
Videography was a big favorite at LOST Camp. The students learned the proper way to run a video camera and some new tricks to shoot better video. After a quick lesson, Mr. Randy allowed the campers to put their new knowledge to the test. The students got into groups and shot their very own videos. They imported, edited, added music, and even did voice-overs on the computers. The students really enjoyed this track.
The students who got the opportunity to visit Mrs. Ruby in Forensics had a blast. In this track the kids got to create blood splatters, visit crime scenes, and looked at sensor scopes. They got to see videos of robberies caught on tape and discussed fibers and how clothes fade. The students’ heads were filled with many interesting things in this track.
In Kitchen Chemistry, the 7th and 8th graders here at camp got to make lots of stuff. Silly putty, bubble gum, marshmallows, muffins, mayonnaise, and even butter were among the recipes. The kids really got a chance to get their hands dirty in this track. Overlooking the food, the kids also learned about chemical reactions and how they work. They were taught what chemistry is, and then actually did it.
The Outdoor Skills track allowed students to practice outdoor activities including archery, laser shot and rifle.
In the evenings the board members put on fun events including "Walking on Water", a talent show and a slip-n-slide. Everyone had lots of fun and the board members did a wonderful job.
If you would like to learn more about LOST camp visit the LSU AgCenter 4-H Web site at http://www.louisiana4h.org/. If you would like to help support the Science, Engineering and Technology board please contact Katina Hester at khester@agcenter.lsu.edu.
Article written by Allen Litton, SET Board Secretary/Reporter.
Monday, July 27, 2009
Executive Committee and SET Board go white water rafting
This past spring the 4-H State Executive Board took a trip to Ocoee, TN. Along to share their ideas were, Joshua Hippler and Micah Patout, members of the State SET Board. The main purpose of this meeting was to finalize plans for the 2009 4-H University, but this does not mean that we did not enjoy ourselves. Much of the planning was done during the fourteen hour drive to Tennessee. The next day we went whitewater rafting and spent the rest of the afternoon cleansing ourselves in the Blue Hole. When the water level at this swimming hole is raised, class six rapids are form. This was also the starting point for the 1996 Olympics. This is a great example of how being on a state board can give you the opportunity to make difference in the Louisiana 4-H program and have an amazing time doing it.
Written by Desire Taylor, Executive Committee
Monday, June 29, 2009
SET Board members win big at the 2009 4-H University
SET Board members took home honors as state contest winners and alternates as the LSU AgCenter’s 4-H University concluded Thursday night (June 25) on the LSU campus.
Hundreds were winners in 4-H competitions for trips and prizes. This year nearly 1,550 4-H'ers participated in the 95th annual 4-H University. 4-H University is a three-day 4-H event which includes contests, educational programs, tours, elections, and special night assemblies.
Competitions come in areas ranging from agricultural demonstrations to wildlife habitat judging and from career preparation to consumer decision making.
SET Board Winners
Allen Litton, Blue Ribbon, 4-H Has Talent
Gabe Stelly, Fifth place, Agriculture Demo
Cole Griffen, Third place, Automotive
Mary Beth Bourque, Blue Ribbon, Consumer Decision Making
Elaina Vercher, State Winner, Consumer Food Judging
Robert Fusilier, Fifth place, Dairy Judging
Laiha Bergeaux, State Winner, Horticulture Judging
Jamieson Dill, Second place, Public Speaking
Aralynn Davis, Second place, Solutions Unlimited
Micah Patout, State Winner, Wildlife Habitat Judging
Ridge Miguez, Second place, Wildlife Habitat Judging
As winners of the State Wildlife Habitat Judging contest, Micah Patout and Ridge Miguez will be attending the National Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program. Good Luck!
Hundreds were winners in 4-H competitions for trips and prizes. This year nearly 1,550 4-H'ers participated in the 95th annual 4-H University. 4-H University is a three-day 4-H event which includes contests, educational programs, tours, elections, and special night assemblies.
Competitions come in areas ranging from agricultural demonstrations to wildlife habitat judging and from career preparation to consumer decision making.
SET Board Winners
Allen Litton, Blue Ribbon, 4-H Has Talent
Gabe Stelly, Fifth place, Agriculture Demo
Cole Griffen, Third place, Automotive
Mary Beth Bourque, Blue Ribbon, Consumer Decision Making
Elaina Vercher, State Winner, Consumer Food Judging
Robert Fusilier, Fifth place, Dairy Judging
Laiha Bergeaux, State Winner, Horticulture Judging
Jamieson Dill, Second place, Public Speaking
Aralynn Davis, Second place, Solutions Unlimited
Micah Patout, State Winner, Wildlife Habitat Judging
Ridge Miguez, Second place, Wildlife Habitat Judging
As winners of the State Wildlife Habitat Judging contest, Micah Patout and Ridge Miguez will be attending the National Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program. Good Luck!
Friday, March 13, 2009
Recent Photo Contest Winners
November: Theme - Food
Winner: Christine Guttery, East Baton Rouge
December: Theme - Christmas
Winner: Morgan Smith, Calcasieu
January: Theme - Instruments
Winner: Cameron Durham, Calcasieu; Christine Guttery, East Baton Rouge
February: Theme - Mardi Gras
Winner: Morgan Smith, Calcasieu
Be sure to check out the contest for March. The theme is "Plants/Landscapes."
Winner: Christine Guttery, East Baton Rouge
December: Theme - Christmas
Winner: Morgan Smith, Calcasieu
January: Theme - Instruments
Winner: Cameron Durham, Calcasieu; Christine Guttery, East Baton Rouge
February: Theme - Mardi Gras
Winner: Morgan Smith, Calcasieu
Be sure to check out the contest for March. The theme is "Plants/Landscapes."
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
St. Landry Jr. Leader’s are “Wild over Wetlands”
Every year the St. Landry Jr. Leader Club decides on a service-learning project. The club then works on this project for an entire year by educating, serving and reflecting on the specific cause. This year the club decided to focus on Wetlands.
The club is very excited about this project and all of the members have become involved. So far, we have created an exhibit on Louisiana’s perishing wetlands, educated the 4-H’ers in our parish on this topic, participated in Acorns of Hope and are planning a tour of the Atchafalaya Basin Swamp and National Wetlands Research Center. Our trip this summer will include a beach sweep and marsh grass planting on the Gulf of Mexico coast.
Pictured: Alia Stelly and Sadie Costanza (St. Landry Jr. Leaders) are shown preparing for the Wetlands workshop at Elementary Workshop Day
Written by Gabe Stelly, 2008-2009 SET Board member
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