


		"The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program Engages Youth in Reaching Their Fullest Potential while Advancing the Field of Youth Development."

4-H State Leadership Conference

The 4-H State Leadership Conference brings together high school youth from across California in a four-day leadership training, networking, and learning experience. The Conference provides advanced leadership training for high school 4-H members. The Conference is an opportunity for 4-H members to network and share ideas with other 4-Hers from across the state. The Conference focuses on providing high school youth with experiential education on leadership development, civic engagement, college admissions and other 4-H project areas.

Youth delegates gain exposure to the campus by living in the residence halls, eating in the dining commons, and participating in educational sessions, many of which are taught by UC faculty and staff.

The conference is planned by a team of high school 4-H members and adult advisors. Working in strong youth-adult partnership, the team designs the educational, recreational and logistical components of the conference.

Sponsorship Opportunity (Word) (PDF)

History of the State Leadership Conference
In 1914, 143 4-Hers traveled to the University Farm in Davis to attend the first State 4-H Convention honoring 4-H contest winners. The 4-H members stayed for three days in canvas tents. The Conference changed in 1960 to the current 4-H State Leadership Conference to help to improve leadership skills... In 1951, over 1,100 4-H Club members attended the Annual 4-H State Convention at UC Davis. Members saw demonstrations presented by prominent scientists and teachers, the selection of the State Dress Revue winner, and Talent Show winner. Read more about the 1951 Convention.

2010 California 4-H State Leadership Conference
"Operation 4-H"
Date and Location TBA
For high school 4-H members, 4-H volunteer leaders and 4-H staff

Registration Materials

Conference materials will be posted after January 2010.

Important Dates

Financial Aid Applications Deadline- TBA
Financial Aid Selection Notifications- TBA

Public Registration Deadline- TBA

County 4-H Office Registration Deadline- TBA

Last Day for a Refund
Paperwork, Fees, and Chaperone Sharing Forms Due (from County Offices)
4-H Information System (WRP) closes for County 4-H Offices

Motivational Speakers

Thursday Opening Speaker: TBA

Saturday Keynote Speaker: TBA

Sunday Keynote Speaker: TBA

Recreation- TBA

Education- TBA

The Conference provides high school youth with experiential education in leadership, citizenship, healthy living, science, engineering and technology! Throughout the four day conference, delegates will participate in nine hours of sessions and workshops led by staff, adult volunteers, teen colleagues and others.

Delegates select the sessions they want to attend. Sessions have a maximum number cap and are assigned on a first-come, first served basis. Register today to reserve your spot! Sessions cover a variety of topics so check-out the Education Booklet for a listing and description of sessions.

Interested in presenting a workshop or session?

Please complete the Educational Presentation Proposal Form (Word) by February 26, 2010.

Please return completed proposals by mail, fax, or email to:

Quang “Hogan” Tong
California State 4-H Office                                 Phone: 530-752-5644
University of California                                       Fax: 530-754-8541
DANR Bldg, One Shields Ave                           Eamil: qtong@ucdavis.edu
Davis, CA 95616-8575