Engages Youth in Reaching Their Fullest Potential while
Advancing the Field of Youth Development."
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"The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program Engages Youth in Reaching Their Fullest Potential while Advancing the Field of Youth Development." |
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California Focus is a unique 4-H citizenship educational experience that combines hands-on participation in workshops, debates, and simulations with outstanding speakers and visits to historical, cultural, and governmental sites. California's capital city, Sacramento, becomes a "living classroom" for this five-day, action packed adventure that strengthens leadership skills. Program Objectives:Witness California’s government in action by participating in the legislative, political, and judicial processes.
As a citizen of "Sierra Cascade" you will register to vote, conduct a political campaign, elect constitutional offices, analyze the needs and issues of your district, and enact legislation with the goal of securing the governor's signature to make your bill a law. Legislative appointments at the Capitol will allow delegates to meet face-to-face with their Senators and Assembly Members to discuss current issues and Tours are provided of historical, economic, political, and cultural significance to such locales as Old Sacramento, the Governor’s Mansion, The California Museum, Sutter's Fort, the Discovery Museum, the Railroad Museum, and the Crocker Art Museum. The delegation conducts a primary and general election, nominating their constitutional officers through a two party system, and running a campaign in hopes of elected their slate of officers. Each year a new study topic is introduced at conference giving delegates an opportunity to research a current issue. Science and Society was the 2009 study focus. Currently the United States is experiencing a shortage of trained scientists. With the 4-H SET (Science, Engineering, and Technology) initiative in place, our delegates were involved with a group of scientists from multiply disciplines and had an opportunity to think how science affects our lives and public policy. Delegates were also given an opportunity to give public testimony at a mock sub-committee hearing in the Capitol on a bill rationing electricity in homes. In addition in 2009, delegates participated in a Sock Hop. Each delegate brought socks and donated them to the Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services Program. The delegates learned first-hand from the non-profit's Director of Communications and Development about the many programs offered to people who need a helping hand. They were encouraged to locate resources in their own communities that serve a similar mission. And of course, the action-packed schedule also includes time for fun and talking with and making new friends through organized recreational activities. Delegates extend their learning as they prepare and present a "Plan of Action" to implement backhome in their respective communities. Outstanding plans are showcased at the conference and an award is given each year for the one that is judged the most effective. California Focus can be the beginning of a life of public participation that leaves you with a strong determination to become involved with the political process. Don't miss being a part of this stimulating five-day learning adventure in Sacramento with its opportunities to gain new ideas, experiences, and perspectives.
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Copyright © 2009 The Regents of the University of California.
The 4-H Youth Development Program name and emblem are service marks protected under 18 U.S.C. 707.
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advocate for issues critical to them and their fellow constituents. An overview of the executive branch is presented by the governor's staff. The clerk of the 3rd Court of Appeal guides delegates through the judicial process while delegates sit in the chambers of the state supreme court.
