Florida 4-H
4-H University - Know Before You Go
We know there are a lot of moving pieces and information related to 4-H University. This webpage should provide you a one stop shop for everything you need to know for the event.
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Guests at 4-HU for Competitions & Award Ceremonies
Awardees and guests are invited to join us for Competitive Events, Share the Fun, Senior Awards Banquet, and Champion's Dinner.
All guests must register in 4-H Online and check in at the 4-H University Headquarter Desk on the 2nd Floor of the Union outside of the Grand Ballroom.
GUEST REGISTRATION
- We ask that guest registration fees be paid in 4-H Online with an electronic payment by the registration deadline of 7/10/2026. We cannot accommodate walk ins or late registrations.
- Guests may not attend any of the dance activities. Only those 4-H youth members registered for the Full Conference may attend dances.
- Share the Fun, Senior Awards Banquet, and Champion's Dinner will be live streamed on the Florida 4-H Youth Development (facebook.com). It is a public page and you do not need to have a Facebook account to watch.
ATTENDEES, REGISTRATION FEES, & PARKING
- Parking for competitive events and award ceremonies will be in the Reitz Union/Welcome Center Parking Garage at 686 Museum Road, Gainesville, FL. More parking information can be found here.
- State Competitive Events (Demonstrations / Illustrated Talks & Public Speaking)
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- Competitors and guests
- No cost for guests to attend
- $8.00 for parking per vehicle (pay at Kiosk in Parking Garage)
- Tuesday July 28th 10:00AM-12:30PM EST at UF Reitz Union
- Share the Fun and Fashion Revue
- Competitors and guests
- No cost for guests to attend and watch the show
- No parking fee for arrivals after 4:30pm
- Tuesday July 28th 5:00PM EST at UF Reitz Union Rion Ballroom
- Champion's Dinner
- Awards presented at the Champions Dinner recognize youth who have participated in State Competitive Events (demonstrations/ illustrated talks and public speaking), earned first place in a state-level contest, Share the Fun, State Fashion Revue, or were selected as Community Pride Project winners.
- $35 per guest, dress is professional
- Kids under 5 are free but must be registered to have a seat
- No parking fee for arrivals after 4:30PM
- Tuesday July 28th 6:45PM at UF Reitz Union Grand Ballroom
- Senior Awards Banquet
- Youth recognized at the Senior Awards Banquet include graduating seniors, recipients of Florida 4-H Foundation educational and national trip scholarships, and Leader of the Legacy award. The banquet also features the State Officer Installation Ceremony, officer recognition and awards, and the retiring State President's address.
- $50 per guest, dress is semi-formal
- Kids under 5 are free but must be registered to have a seat.
- No parking fee for arrivals after 4:30PM
- Wednesday July 29th 6:30PM at UF Reitz Union Grand Ballroom
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State Events, Share-the-Fun, & Fashion Revue Competitors
GUEST TICKETS
- See Guests at 4-H University above for information.
PARKING
- Parking for one day competitors and award ceremonies will be in the Reitz Union/Welcome Center Parking Garage at 686 Museum Road, Gainesville, FL. More parking information can be found, here.
CHECK-IN
- All one-day competitors and guests must check in at the 4-H University Headquarters Desk on the 2nd Floor outside the Grand Ballroom.
- You will receive a wristband to be admitted into the Ballroom.
- Check in between 9:00AM-10:00AM EST.
- Adult and youth guests cannot stay for the social or dances following any events. Only those registered for the full-week of 4-H University may attend.
TUESDAY 7/28 - STATE COMPETITIVE EVENTS
Check out your assignments including the event room, group, and times (coming soon.)
Additional Notes:
- Bring your digital presentations on a flash drive to be plugged into the computer available in each presentation room.
- If you have any presentation materials, they can be dropped off at HQ starting at 8:30AM.
- Check in between 9:00AM-10:00AM EST.
- You must check in 20 minutes before your group time.
- You are expected to remain in your competition room for all presentations in your time period.
TUESDAY 7/28 - FASHION REVUE
- Check in between 9:00AM-10:00AM EST at the HQ desk.
- Fashion Revue Judging (modeling and interview) will be begin at 10:00AM.
- Have your garment(s) and record book with you for judging.
- Fashion Revue rehearsal will be on Tuesday July 28th following the judging in the Rion Ballroom.
- Fashion Revue participants will be showcased in Share the Fun on Tuesday at 5:00PM in the Grand Ballroom.
- Awards will be given during the Champions Dinner on Tuesday July 28th in the Grand Ballroom at 6:45PM.
TUESDAY 7/28 - SHARE-THE-FUN
- Check in between 9:00AM-10:00AM EST at the HQ desk
- Rehearsal is from 10:00AM-12:00PM EST in the Rion Ballroom.
- Dress rehearsal is where we will practice with any props you bring, confirm placement on stage, review order of go, test lighting and sound. We are not able to rehearse in the ballroom outside of this scheduled time.
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What to Pack
Check out the following links to get all the information you need for packing:
Be sure to check the weather for Gainesville, FL to ensure you pack comfortably.
Additional items for consideration:
Cell Phones
- Cell phones are allowed at 4-H University.
- They must be used respectfully throughout the event and not be a disruption to activities.
- Disrespectful use of cell phones may result in staff holding the phone at the headquarters desk for a designated time.
Do not bring any special jewelry or valuables. Florida 4-H will not be responsible for the loss or theft of your items. Do not bring any pocketknives or other prohibited items per the Florida 4-H Code of Conduct.
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Bringing Medication
Any prescription or over the counter medication that you will be taking while attending this event must be noted on the Florida 4-H Medication Form.
- There is space for four (4) medications on the document. Please fill out and print as many as necessary.
- Please take note of all requirements for prescription and over the counter medication within the Florida 4-H Medication Form. Any medication not meeting those requirements will not be allowed.
- Please put all medication and the form(s) in a Ziploc bag with the participant's name on it. You will turn this in at drop-off.
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ADA Accommodation Requests & Service Animals
At 4-H we want to do our best to make sure ALL youth enjoy their time at 4-HU and that their needs are met. We understand that all children have different needs, and we want to do our best to give your child the best experience possible.
If you have noted any special accommodations due to a disability or any other reason in your 4-H Online profile or 4-HU registration that you feel needs more information:
- Please email 4hevents@ifas.ufl.edu at your earliest convenience.
- This information will help kept confidential amongst staff members.
- While 4-H online registration captures some of this information, it does not provide as much detail.
- Please note this is not required for participation but it is helpful information.
Service Animals
We welcome participants with disabilities who use service animals at 4-H events. A service animal is specially trained to perform a task directly related to a person’s disability
To keep our events safe and enjoyable for everyone:
- Individuals with a disability have the right to be accompanied by their Service Animal in public areas and on UF Property and are responsible for the care and supervision of their Service Animal.
- Service Animals in Training do not qualify as a Service Animal under federal law. In accordance with state law, Service Animals in Training and their Handlers are permitted in public areas. Visitors interested in bringing a Service Animal in Training to one of our events are encouraged to contact the ADA Office.
- Service Animals and Service Animals in Training must be housebroken and under the control of their Handlers. The Service Animal must be harnessed, leashed, or tethered, unless the individual’s disability prevents using these devices or these devices interfere with the Service Animal’s safe, effective performance of tasks. In that case, the Handler must maintain control of the animal through voice, signal, or other effective controls.
- In certain limited situations, the presence of a Service Animal may require access restrictions or safety precautions to protect the safety and health of the Service Animal or members of the UF community. There are some situations where UF may exclude a Service Animal. In such limited situations, the UF ADA Office will engage with the Handler and relevant departments. An interactive process will be used to identify alternative methods of participating in the program or activity.
- According to UF Regulation, pets and therapy animals are prohibited on UF Property.
- Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) are prohibited on UF Property unless an exception has been provided by the Disability Resource Center in accordance with Fair Housing Act for a specific UF residence.
- Questions regarding service animals can be directed to: The University of Florida Compliance and Ethics Office: Kristin A. Malloy, ADA/504 Coordinator, k.malloy@ufl.edu
Thank you for helping us make 4-H events safe and welcoming for all!
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Drop Off & Notes for Planning Committee
We are looking forward to seeing y'all on Sunday!
Check out Schedule Officers, Candidate, & Committee for specific information related to Sunday drop off and schedule along with specific schedule information for these roles throughout the week.
Refer to General Drop Off & Pick Up below for information on parking. Since you're arriving on Sunday, you can disregard the notes on parking passes and 4-H signage.
Included below is all the information in this email is all the current information we have for you:-
Action Items
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Schedule for Officers, Candidates, & Committee
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Communication During 4-HU
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Emcees & Scripts
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Leader of the Legacy
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Committee Roles Throughout 4-HU
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Senior Farewells
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Funshops & Statue Game
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District Spirit
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Riding the Bus Home
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FL 4-H Hall of Fame
ACTION ITEMS- Email 4hevents@ifas.ufl.edu by the end of the day Thursday 7/23 if you need to ride the bus home after 4-HU on Thursday 7/30
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Email 4hevents@ifas.ufl.edu by the end of the day Thursday 7/23 if you plan to attend the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame on Thursday 7/30
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Email 4hevents@ifas.ufl.edu by the end of the day Thursday 7/23 if you need a different email address used for Teams than what we're using here.
- Emcees (listed below), be on the lookout for scripts via email.
- Review the Know Before You Go and Schedule for Officers, Candidates, & Committee to ensure you know everything you need to do as you prep for the week.
- Review the schedule of events and then look at the Committee Role sheet to select the roles you will be responsible for as a member of the committee. (coming soon)
SCHEDULE FOR OFFICERS, CANDIDATES, & COMMITTEE
Check out Schedule Officers, Candidate, & Committee for specific information related to Sunday drop off and schedule along with specific schedule information for these roles throughout the week.
COMMUNICATION DURING 4-HU
We will be utilizing Teams to communicate with everyone throughout the week.
If you need to provide a different email address than what we're using here, please email to 4hevents@ifas.ufl.edu no later than 11:59PM on Thursday, July 23 so that we can add everyone by Sunday's meeting. We will make sure everyone's Teams is working on Sunday to ensure that you get the communication throughout the week.
EMCEES & SCRIPTS
Based on those that signed up to emcee, here's the breakdown for scripts:
Monday Welcome
- Rule Givers
Monday Career Fair
- Emcee
Tuesday Share-the-Fun & Fashion Revue
- Emcees - Anthony & Jamie
Tuesday Champions Dinner
- Emcees - Shawn & Cayce
Wednesday Senior Awards Banquet
- Emcees - Teagan, Didi, and Paisley
LEADER OF THE LEGACY
coming soon
COMMITTEE ROLES THROUGHOUT 4-HU
Check out Committee Roles for 4-H University for what to expect throughout the week. Some of the roles you have already selected and some you will be selecting at our meeting on Sunday. Look them over that way you have an idea of what you would like to do. You will have roles each day of the event. Your excitement and positive energy will be what contributes to a successful event for all that attend.
DISTRICT SPIRIT
As a way to keep energy high throughout the week, we will be utilizing administrative districts (Northwest, Northeast, Central, Southwest, Southeast) for spirit. We will have some time during Monday's dinner, welcome, and State Council to allow districts to come up with a chant to use throughout the week. On Tuesday, we'll have everyone eat breakfast together in their administrative districts to help connect around and promote District Boards.
We will discuss everyone's role in more detail on Sunday.
RIDING THE BUS HOME
Since we have early arrival on Sunday 7/26, we know some of you may need to ride the bus back on Thursday 7/30.
If you need to ride the bus back home on Thursday, please email 4hevents@ifas.ufl.edu by the end of the day on Thursday 7/23.
FL 4-H HALL OF FAME
As 4-HU committee members, you're invited to the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame (give.ifas.ufl.edu). Check out 2026 Hall Fame Inductees
Details on this can be found in the schedule for officer, candidates, and committee. To RSVP, please email 4hevents@ifas.ufl.edu by the end of the day on Thursday 7/23. Those riding the bus or in county vans on Thursday will not be able to attend.
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Code of Conduct
As you are preparing for the weekend, please keep the Florida 4-H Code of Conduct in mind. All participants will be held responsible for upholding these expectations.
You can access the full participation form, which includes the Code of Conduct and is signed upon registration in 4-H Online, at 4-H Participation Form .
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General Drop Off & Pick Up (Take Note of Eastern Times)
TIMES & LOCATION
Drop off and pick up will take place at Honors Village Complex #3, 1512 Museum Rd, Gainesville, FL 32612.
Drop Off
- Drop off is from 12:30PM-2:30PM EST on Monday July 27. We are unable to accommodate any times earlier than this.
- Drop off at Honors Village will close promptly at 2:30PM.
- Late check-ins will need to go to the Reitz Union to check in.
- All late arrivals will require a drop off authorization form to be completed and send to 4hevents@ifas.ufl.edu
- Lunch is not provided on Monday, plan to eat before you check-in for 4-HU.
Pick Up
- Pick up will be from 1:15PM-2:15PM on Thursday July 30.
- Early pickups will require a drop off authorization form to be completed and send to 4hevents@ifas.ufl.edu
- We cannot accommodate any late pickups.
- Please note that we will only allow those designated in your registration as authorized drivers to pick you up. If anyone else needs to pick you up, please communicate with us via email to 4hevents@ifas.ufl.edu.
PARKING
- You will need to park at Parking Garage 4 for drop off and pick up.
- Parking Garage 4 is at the corner of Museum Rd and Newell Dr.
- To help visualize, you can utilize Parking Map for 4-HU.
- You will receive a temporary parking pass upon arrival at the parking garage. You will need to return it upon departure.
- There will be 4-H signage set up to help guide you from the parking garage to our dorm.
- Construction is an ongoing challenge on campus. We have found that Google Maps has the most up to date construction information for directions.
SELF DRIVERS & COUNTY VANS
- For those driving themselves and staying for the week, you will receive a parking pass.
- 4-H'ers will need to turn in their keys after they place their parking pass in their car.
- Do not back into parking spaces. You will get a ticket regardless of your parking pass.
- High top vans will need to park in a flat top lot across the street from Parking Garage 4 in the McCarty parking area or across SW 13th St at Norman Hall/Norman Fields.
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Bus Transportation
Based on registration in 4-H Online, you can access the bus assignments and schedules at coming soon.
- Buses will leave PROMPTLY at scheduled time.
- Arrive 15 minutes early to ensure you do not miss the bus. The bus cannot wait for late arrivals in order to keep to the bus route schedule.
- Bring money for meal stops on both arrival and return trips.
- Parents/guardians must sign in and out youth at pick-up and drop-off. Youth cannot be left at a drop off location without an authorized driver checking them out.
Tips for riding on the Bus:-
Clearly label all luggage. Luggage will be stored under the bus.
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Pack essentials in a carry-on or backpack (snacks, water, book, headphones, jacket) for you to bring on the bus at your seat.
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Bring books, music, tablets for entertainment and pillows/ blankets for the ride.
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Use headphones for music/videos
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Avoid packing expensive electronics or valuables
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Be sure to check you have all belongings before exiting the bus! 4-H is not responsible for lost or forgotten items.
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Supervision
UF is an open campus. Maturity and responsibility are expected of each 4-H member attending.
To ensure safety and supervision during the event:
- We adhere to UF's youth protection guidelines, requiring two deep supervision and adequate adult to youth ratios.
- We will call roll throughout the event to ensure all participants are present.
- All youth participants have an Adult in Charge (AIC) assigned to them. We will have an AIC Meet and Greet on Monday during our Kickoff Assembly.
- Participants and Adults in Charge should have each others' contact information and arrange to check in with each other regularly during the week.
- You do not need to gather any contact information before the start of the event. All contact information and expectations will be shared during the AIC Meet and Greet.
- The Adult in Charge should touch base with the members they are responsible for each day.
- The Adult in Charge will be the first adult contact if a participant is not where they should be, if there is a discipline issue, or a health/safety emergency.
- 4-H Members must advise their Adult in Charge if there are any unexpected changes to where they are supposed to be.
- No one is allowed to leave campus or walk anywhere alone.
- Night Staff are hired to patrol the dorm building during the night.
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Tentative Schedule
Access at Tentative Schedule_2026 4-H University
- Participants will receive a program booklet with a current schedule at check in.
- All times and locations are tentative and can change based on a variety of factors.
- Participants and families will be notified of any notable changes that they need to be aware of.
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Food & Meals
- All meals for 4-HU are provided.
- Breakfast and dinners are buffets.
- Lunches will be bought with meal cards from restaurants available throughout the Reitz Union.
- The Reitz Union has several food outlets if participants want to purchase drinks or snacks. Check out https://new.dineoncampus.com/uf for more information.
- Monday's lunch is not provided, so be sure to eat before checking in.
- We suggest bringing snacks (not refrigerated) for the dorm if you would like snacks in your room.
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Remind App for Onsite Communication
We will be utilizing the Remind app to help with onsite communication.
- You can join the 4-HU Remind instantly at https://www.remind.com/join/florida4hu
- If that link gives you any issues, you can also send a text to 81010 with this text message @florida4hu
- Any youth with a smart phone and access to apps can utilize the app to receive communication throughout the weekend.
- Participants should not be far from adult chaperones or a group at any time, so those without cell phones will not miss out on anything.
- Families can also signup if they'd like to keep up with updates throughout the week, but this will not be utilized for family communication. We will utilize 4-H Online emails for family communication.
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Graduating Senior Recognition & Farewells
On Wednesday of 4-HU, we will recognize graduating seniors and present them with their 4-H Alumni Pin.
During the Wednesday Senior Awards Banquet, we will share recorded messages from our graduating seniors. There will be a signup at check-in and recording will happen on Monday afternoon.
This is not required, but this is your opportunity to say one final farewell to 4-H and reflect on your experiences.
Some questions to consider when thinking of your message:
- What are your final words to 4-H? How do you want to say farewell?
- What was your proudest moment in 4-H?
- Who would you like to thank or acknowledge? What impact have they had on you?
- How has 4-H helped you build the confidence and skills to face whatever comes next in your life?
- What opportunities did 4-H give you that helped you discover your strengths and future path?
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Workshops
You can check out all of this year's opportunities:
Discovery Workshops: Discovery Workshops - Florida 4-H - University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences - UF/IFAS
Career Tracks: Career Tracks - Florida 4-H - University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences - UF/IFAS
You selected all of your workshops during your 4-H University registration in 4-H Online. Your personalized workshop schedule will be printed on the name badge you receive at check-in.
Workshop selections are final, and we are not able to accommodate workshop changes during the week of the event. Thank you for your understanding, and we hope you enjoy your 4-HU experience!
There are a variety of workshops at 4-H university ranging from animal science to environmental science, to food preparation, and citizenship and leadership. The workshops are 3 or 6 hours and are presented by university faculty and staff.
You explore career opportunities, lead community service activities, interact with youth from all over the state, and have fun while developing critical life skills that will help them become productive and engaged citizens in their communities, their country, and their world! We aim for our 4-H University workshops to provide:
- Hands on experiences to uphold 4-H's slogan, "Learn by Doing".
- Opportunities to explore sparks (extension.org).
- Opportunities to explore career paths and become Beyond Ready (4h.org).
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State Officer Candidate Packing & Notes
We are looking forward to seeing y'all on Sunday! Here's all of the information that you received previously in email.
It is your responsibility to take in all the information below.Feel free to reach out to Mr. Derby, Ms. Kelsey, and Ms. Mary Lee with any questions. Please include all of us so that we have all relevant adults. Be sure to include your name so that we know who we're talking with.This information below contains information related to:-
Action Items
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Campaign Finance Report
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2026 4-H University - Officers, Candidates, & Committee Schedule
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Communication During 4-HU
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Submit your Campaign Finance Report by 11:59PM on Sunday July 26.
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If you need to provide a different email address than what you included in your application, message msale@ufl.edu by 11:59PM on Wednesday, July 22.
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Review the Officers, Candidates, & Committee Schedule to ensure you're prepared for the week.
CAMPAIGN FINANCE REPORTYou can find the campaign finance report at https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2ozYAhkhc7IFftY.If you need some help figuring out how to scan your receipts for easy upload, here are some helpful resources:Submit your Campaign Finance Report by 11:59PM on Sunday, July 26.COMMUNICATION DURING 4-HUWe will be utilizing Teams to communicate with everyone throughout the week.If you need to provide a different email address than what we're using here, please respond to msale@ufl.edu no later than 11:59PM on Wednesday, July 23 so that we can add all candidates prior to Sunday's meeting. We will make sure everyone's Teams is working on Sunday to ensure that you get the communication throughout the week.OFFICERS, CANDIDATES, & COMMITTEE SCHEDULEYou can access at Schedule Officers, Candidates, & Committee.We know there is a lot of you that hold multiple roles throughout the week, so we've packaged all of these details in one resource to help support your success!This includes specific schedule additions for each of these roles and things to consider when packing, preparing, and moving through the week.Refer to General Drop Off & Pick Up below for information on parking. Since you're arriving on Sunday, you can disregard the notes on parking passes and 4-H signage. -
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Adult Chaperones
4-HU would not be possible without our adult chaperones. We appreciate those that are giving of their time and energy during this week to make it a great event for our 4-H'ers!
We will have an adult orientation on Monday to review assignments, explain Adult in Charge (AIC) responsibilities, answer questions, and give you all the support you need to be successful during 4-HU. The Orientation will be at 4:00PM in Reitz Union room 2335. Attendance is required for all adults participating in the event.
- Each adult will be assigned a group of youth to serve as AIC.
- Please review Guidelines for Adults in Charge (AIC) and Checklist for Adults in Charge (AIC) to prepare.
- You will meet your group during the Monday Meet & Greet and will continue connecting with and supporting them throughout the week.
- There is no need to contact counties or individual youth before the AIC Meet & Greet on Monday. All contact information, assignments, and expectations will be provided during the Meet & Greet.
- View your 4-HU ALC Assignments (coming soon) a more detailed report will be provided to all adults on Monday during our orientation.
- View your 4-HU Adult Assignments (coming soon) for your roles throughout the event.
- Each adult will be assigned a group of youth to serve as AIC.
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Florida 4-H State Council
For those serving as voting delegates for their county, congratulations on being selected to represent your county as a State Council voting delegate. This is an important responsibility that allows representative youth voice to have a positive impact on the direction of the Florida 4-H State Council.
As a voting delegate, your responsibilities include participating in the state officer candidate campaigns and casting your vote for the individuals you believe are best suited for the roles. You’ll hear their prepared speeches on Monday and their impromptu speeches on Tuesday. You’ll also have the chance to ask them official questions during the two State Council meetings and connect with them throughout the event. In addition, you'll vote on any proposed amendments to the State Council's governing documents.
Refer to the bottom of this page for information on each of this year's candidates.
GOVERNING DOCUMENTS
As a State Council voting delegate, it is important to have access to the documents that provide the framework for the Florida 4-H State Council. As such, you can click on the links below to access the Constitution and Bylaws:
QUORUM & MAJORITY
According to the Florida 4-H Constitution:
- Two-thirds of the officially seated delegates or alternates shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business at any meeting of the Council provided that at least one-half of the counties with organized 4-H programs are represented (FL 4-H Const. art.III, § 3).
- A state officer candidate must receive a majority of the votes cast to be elected to office (FL 4-H Const. art. IV, § 2, cl. b.)
- A proposed amendment becomes Constitutional upon vote of two-thirds majority of the votes cast by the officially seated voting delegates (FL 4-H Const. art.VII, § 1)
- A proposed amendment to the Bylaws of the Constitution becomes bylaw upon a majority of the votes cast by the officially seated voting delegates. (FL 4-H Const. art.VII, § 3)
If we end up in a scenario where quorum is not possible, the Council will entertain a motion to suspend the rule of quorum.
A motion to suspend the rules requires a vote of two-thirds of the present voting delegates to pass.
PREFERENTIAL VOTING
To ensure an efficient, representative, and fair election, the Florida 4-H State Council will be implementing instant runoff voting, aka “preferential voting”, for officer elections.
The procedure for preferential voting will be as follows:
- Voting delegates will receive a Qualtrics link to submit their ballot.
- On their ballot, they will be asked to indicate the order in which they prefer the candidates.
- This will be done by selecting a number underneath each available candidate for that particular position.
- (1) representing their first choice, (2) representing their second choice, and continuing for the number of candidates running for that particular position.
For example –
- This voting delegate’s first choice is Sally, second choice is Joe, and third choice is Bob.
Ballot Allocation
- Candidates are allocated ballots based on the voting delegate’s first preference (those in which they received a (1))
- If a candidate receives a majority of the votes (half of present voting delegates plus one), then they win that election.
- If a majority is not reached, then a preference distribution will take place.
Preference Distribution
- Preference distribution takes place when no candidate has received a simple majority of the votes.
- This process starts by excluding the candidate with the lowest number of ballots.
- The excluded candidate’s ballots will be inspected and allocated to the next preferred candidate (those who received a (2) on the excluded candidate’s ballots)
- If a candidate now has a majority of the votes, then they win that election.
- Preference distribution will continue to exclude candidate ballots until a simple majority is reached.
- If the next preference on a ballot has already been excluded then the ballot is redistributed to the next available candidate.
- This scenario is specific to Australian government, but the general idea is illustrated well.
Amendment Proposals & State Officer Candidates
Along with state officers, you'll also have the opportunity to vote on Constitutional Amendment Proposals.
Click Position to View Candidates
President