I am looking forward to Thanksgiving next week and spending some extra time with family and friends. I hope you are able to do the same and take some time for yourself as well. It’s been a very busy year, and the next few weeks promise to be full of activities as well.
I’m also looking forward to seeing you at the Extension Conference in less than three weeks now. Remember to register by this coming Monday, Nov. 25 to avoid late registration fees. Additional details are outlined in the Annual Conference section below. More than 450 of our colleagues are already registered to attend; and this will be an excellent opportunity to see old friends, make new ones, compare notes, learn new things, and really connect with Extension and CFAES professionals from around the state.
Many thanks again to our 4-H professionals who participated in the 4-H focus groups this week. The purpose was to gather insight on how the state 4-H office can best support county operations, as well as learn about some key skills, traits, and experiences to consider for the next assistant director for Ohio 4-H Youth Development. Kim Winslow, CFAES priority projects and corporate relations specialist – and 4-H focus group moderator, tells me that we have heard a lot of helpful feedback and constructive suggestions to help us move the 4-H program forward. She will be compiling a report that summarizes the main themes heard during the conversations and examples of positive solutions to address needs throughout the Ohio 4-H program.