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Kansas 4-H Tip Sheet

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

The Kansas 4-H Tip Sheet is a monthly newsletter that provides valuable information to local Extension offices, as well as Kansas 4-H families. The deadlines posted may be different than those set by local Extension offices. In addition, local Extension offices may not be able to provide chaperones and/or transportation to statewide Kansas 4-H events, programs, trainings and activities. Always check with your local Extension office before registering.

From the 4-H Program Leader

Thank You from the Kansas State Fair
Kansas 4-H is incredibly fortunate to have the dedication of outstanding local Extension professionals, volunteers, and our state 4-H team who came together to create a remarkable showcase of youth talent at the 2025 Kansas State Fair. Thank you!
New & Updated Items for Kansas 4-H, 2025-2026
Here are a few more things for everyone to make note of for the new 4-H year, 2025-2026: 4-H Beyond Ready Wildcat Recognition, Overnight 4-H Camps outside of Rock Springs Ranch, and Kansas 4-H Policy.
Best Practices for 4-H Publicity: What Families and Volunteers Need to Know
At the request of some Extension professionals, here is a newsletter article that you can use in your 4-H newsletter and/or enrollment email to your 4-H families regarding publicity.
Update on the 4-H Engineering & Technology Specialist Position
We wanted to update you on the 4-H Engineering & Technology Specialist position.

Upcoming Events

Kick off the 4-H Year with Service
In 4-H we pledge our hands to larger service, and 48 Hours of 4-H is the perfect way to kickoff the new 4-H year!
48 Hours of 4-H at Rock Springs Ranch State 4-H Center
This is an announcement for the 48 hour of 4H volunteer work day event hosted at Rock Springs Ranch State 4-H Center
Kansas 4-H Dog Conference: Trails and Tails
Don't miss the State 4-H Dog Conference October 18-19 at Rock Springs!
Kansas 4-H Leadership Weekend
Registration for Kansas 4-H Leadership Weekend will be open soon!

4-H Online

4-H Online: End-of-Year Prep and Program Year Rollover Timeline
To prepare for the October 1 start of the new 4-H program year, counties should complete all rollover tasks by September 19 and plan any youth sponsorships in advance.

Program Information

Follow-up from Kansas 4-H Ready, Set, … 2026 Webinar
A big thank you to those who joined us for the Ready, Set, ... 2026 webinar to kick off the new 4-H year. This message includes the slide deck with multiple resources hyperlinked for your convenience.
Kansas 4-H Program Fee Waivers: 2025–2026
The Kansas 4-H Program Fee remains $15 per member. Fee waivers are available only for families with financial need, thanks to the generosity of donors through the Kansas 4-H Foundation.
Applications are Open for Kansas Youth Leadership Council and National 4-H Conference
The deadline is near for youth to apply for the Kansas 4-H Youth Leadership Council and National Conference Delegate.

Other News

T-Shirts Sold at State Fair
The t-shirts sold at the Kansas State Fair will be available for a one-time online purchase. Watch your email, TEAMS, and Social Media for the details.

Global Citizenship Opportunities

IFYE Exchanges Announced for 2026
IFYE has announced its program dates for young adult exchanges in 2026.
2026 4-H Outbound Exchange Applications Now Open
Online applications are now open for outbound international exchanges through States' 4-H International Exchange Programs.
Host Families Needed for 2026 Inbound Exchanges
Kansas 4-H will have limited opportunities to host inbound exchange youth in 2026. Leaders of the program would like to know of interest from 4-H families in hosting a Taiwan 4-H exchange member before September 25.
Chaperones Applicants Welcomed for States’ 4-H Exchanges
Online applications are now open for chaperones to accompany 4-H exchanges to five countries where they and the youth participants have host family stays for 3-4 weeks.