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State 4-H Congress

May 30 - June 1, 2012
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri

Congress is designed for Missouri 4-Her’s ages 14-19.  The Missouri State 4-H Council plans and implements the event that is held on the University of Missouri campus.

Objectives

• Elect the State 4-H Council,
   
• Enjoy quality workshops and  educational opportunities,

• Experience campus living – residence halls, cafeterias, classrooms, etc.,

• Get to know other 4-H youth from across Missouri,

...and HAVE FUN!

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Registration

Registration information including a registration form is found in the State 4-H Congress brochure and with Congress forms. Registration forms are submitted to your local Extension

 

Lodging

Participants stay in the residence halls of the University of Missouri.  Delegates are required to bring bed linens, blankets and towels.

 

Meals

Meals are served by the University of Missouri cafeteria.  Meal time schedules will be printed in the program.

 

Advanced registration

Check with your county office for local due date.

 

Counties, please adhere to the state registration deadline of April 15 in order to permit sufficient time to confirm workshops with instructors and youth.

 

Qualifications of delegates

All delegates must be 14 years of age before January 1 of current program year.  Eligible members may attend more than one State Congress, unless prohibited by local county policy.

 

Insurance

All regularly registered delegates and leaders are covered by an accident and health insurance policy effective from the time individuals leave home until they return home.  The cost of the insurance is included in the registration fee.

 

State officer and regional representatives

Each program planning area will elect three regional representatives at State 4-H Congress.  Officers are selected by the entire delegation.

 

Sponsors

The Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives, Inc., Missouri Corn Growers Association, and MFA Foundation provide costs over and above the delegates’ registration fees.

 

Forms for Missouri State 4-H Congress Pre-Registration Summary Form (PDF) Congress Brochure (PDF) Registration Form (PDF) Youth Health Form for Congress (PDF) Guidelines for Chaperons (PDF) Registration process and county summary form located in Just for Staff

     

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