Texas 4-H Centennial

DRAFT PROCLAMATION #1

WHEREAS, the 4-H program in Texas began with the founding of the Jack County Boy’s Corn Club in 1908, with twenty-five farm boys under the direction of Thomas M. Marks, learning how to use improved production methods to grow corn on their farm; and, 

WHEREAS, the first girls’ 4-H program grew out of the Milam County Girl’s Tomato Clubs, founded by Edna Trigg in the Sandy Creek Community, where girls grew 1/10 acre of tomatoes and canned them using improved production and home canning methods; and,

WHEREAS, black boys’ and girls’ 4-H programs were begun in 1914, administered through Prairie View State Normal and Industrial College, whereby boys and girls learned how to grow vegetable gardens and poultry to supplement their family diets; and,

WHEREAS, the 4-H program that we know today evolved out of these other programs in the 1920's with the motto, “To Make The Best Better” through the wise and effective use of the four “H’s”, representing Head, Heart, Hands and Health; and,

WHEREAS, 4-H members and their families have made many worthwhile contributions to citizens of Texas and this nation, not the least of which was the campaign which sent many tons of valuable food and clothing to our troops during World War II; and,

WHEREAS, through its 100 years of existence in Texas the 4-H program has reached more than one-million boys and girls with educational and developmental programs which have contributed significantly to the quality of life for these young people and their families;

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT 2007 be designated as the Centennial Anniversary of 4-H in Texas and that the Texas 4-H program be recognized and commended for its one hundred years of service to the people of this State and the contributions it has made and is making through the dedicated efforts of Texas Cooperative Extension employees to the 658,810 members currently enrolled in 4-H and the more than 42,700 adult and teen volunteers who give of their time and energy to make 4-H a truly great organization.

						SIGNED:

Texas 4-H Centennial

DRAFT PROCLAMATION #2

WHEREAS, Texas 4-H has a “Historic Legacy, Dynamic Future”; and

WHEREAS, since 1907-1908 the 4-H Club has provided a world in which youth and adults learn, grow and work together as catalysts for positive change; and

WHEREAS, the mission of the 4-H Club is to assist youth in acquiring knowledge, developing life skills and forming attitudes that will enable them to become self-directing, productive and contribution members of society; and

WHEREAS, Texas 4-H is a program of Texas Cooperative Extension, Texas A&M University System.  The youth development program is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year and boasts 658,810 current members; and

WHEREAS, during 2007-2008 the Texas 4-H program is commemorating its centennial anniversary and

WHEREAS, Texas 4-H Centennial Day is beginning the celebration throughout the state on October 9, 2007 during National 4-H Week.

THEREFORE, I, ____________________, do hereby recognize the members, faculty, and volunteer leaders of Texas 4-H and _____________ County 4-H as they continue the one hundred year old tradition of youth development and education of 4-H.  Today we commemorate the Centennial birthday of Texas 4-H and urge the young people of this county to take advantage of the opportunity become involved in the 4-H program.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I (we) subscribe my (our) name this day of, 2007

SIGNED:

__________________________

__________________________

__________________________

__________________________

Texas 4-H Centennial

DRAFT PROCLAMATION #3

WHEREAS, the youth and volunteers of any community are its greatest natural resource; and,

WHEREAS, 4-H is one of the largest youth organizations in Texas, with nearly one in every ______ Texas youth involved in 4-H; and,

WHEREAS, 4-H in Texas claims 658,810 youth members and 42,764 adult and youth volunteers, while __________ County’s 4-H program numbers over (number) members and over (number) volunteers;

WHEREAS, 4-H as part of Texas Cooperative Extension is a program where youth learn together in all kinds of projects, events, and activities; and,

WHEREAS, 4-H has been helping youth and adult learn, grow, and work together for a hundred years;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, (name), Chairman (or other title) of the (county) County Board of Commissioners (or other body), do hereby proclaim October 7-12, 2007

(county) COUNTY 4-H WEEK

and urge the people of this community to take advantage of the opportunity to become more aware of this special program which gives youth the chance to learn together and on their own as part of (county) County 4-H, and to join us in recognizing the unique partnership between our county and our University System.

_________________________
(name) Chairman (or other title)
(county) County Board of Commissioners (or other body)

__________________
Date

Texas 4-H Centennial

DRAFT PROCLAMATION #4

WHEREAS, social problems concern our nation and threaten its future; and,

WHEREAS, connecting youth and adults to work together through volunteer service can bridge the differences that separate people and help solve social problems; and,

WHEREAS, we, the American people, have a tradition of philanthropy and volunteerism; and,

WHEREAS, more than 6.5 million youth touch and enhance the lives of others during National 4-H Week and throughout the year by doing good, by giving where there is a need, rebuilding what had been torn down, teaching where there was a desire to learn, and inspiring those who had lost hope; and,

WHEREAS, 4-H youth, volunteers, and Cooperative Extension staff have joined to promote a week of national, collaborated volunteer community service;

WHEREAS, 4-H has been helping youth and adults learn, grow, and work together for a hundred years;

WHEREAS, volunteer community service is an investment in the future we all must share;

NOW, THEREFORE, I (name, title) do hereby proclaim

October 7-12, 2007 National 4-H Week

In (city/county/state), and urge my fellow citizens to observe this day by connecting with youth, friends, fellow employees and relatives, and with school, community, civic groups to engage in projects benefitting their community.

Signed this __________________ day of ________________2007

_____________________
(name), Chairman (or other title)
(county) County Board of Commissioners (or other body)

Texas 4-H Centennial

DRAFT PROCLAMATION #5

WHEREAS, October 7-12 is National 4-H Week in the United States; and

WHEREAS, more than 6.5 million youth take part in 4-H club programs nationwide; and

WHEREAS, 4-H Clubs conduct programs to help young people acquire knowledge, develop life skill attitudes which will help them become self-directing, productive members of society; and

WHEREAS, 4-H addresses issues facing youth wherever they live and helps break barriers by focusing on learning-by-doing; and

WHEREAS, 4-H builds youth self-esteem, leadership and citizenship skills and focuses on critical issues as protecting the environment; and

WHEREAS, 4-H has programs on food and nutrition, science and technology, natural resources, substance abuse prevention, growing plants, caring for farm animals, career education, community pride, citizenship, leadership; and

WHEREAS, exciting, fun and student-centered educational programs are available through county school enrichment programs; and 

WHEREAS, nationwide volunteers in 4-H donate countless hours and effort each year in preparing for teaching youth;

NOW, THEREFORE, I _____________    _______________ of the State of Texas do hereby
				(name)		(title)
proclaim October 7-12, 2007 to be

4-H WEEK

Texas 4-H Centennial

DRAFT PROCLAMATION #6

WHEREAS, social problems concern our nation and threaten its future; and,

WHEREAS, connecting youth and adults to work together through volunteer service can bridge the differences that separate people and help solve social problems; and,

WHEREAS, we, the American people, have a tradition of philanthropy and volunteerism; and,

WHEREAS, 4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship and life skills; and,

WHEREAS, more than 6.5 million youth touch and enhance the lives of others during National 4-H Week and throughout the year by doing good, by giving where there is a need, rebuilding what had been torn down, teaching where there was a desire to learn, and inspiring those who had lost hope; and,

WHEREAS, 4-H youth, volunteers, Texas Cooperative Extension staff have joined to promote a week of national, collaborative volunteer community service; and

WHEREAS, Texas 4-H has been helping youth and adults learn, grow, and work together one hundred years; and

WHEREAS, volunteer community service is an investment in the future we all must share; and

NOW, THEREFORE, I, ____________ ________________, do hereby proclaim
				(name)	    (title)

October 8-12, 2007 Texas 4-H Centennial Week

in (name) County, and urge by fellow citizens to observe this day by connecting with youth, friends, fellow employees and relatives, and with school, community, and civic groups to engage in projects benefitting their community.

IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set our hands.  Done at the      (location)    in the City of (city) this ______ day of ____________ in the year two thousand seven.
					      (month)

Texas 4-H Centennial

DRAFT PROCLAMATION #7

PROCLAMATION
OF THE MAYOR OF
THE TOWN OF _______________ TEXAS

WHEREAS, the youth and volunteers of any community are its greatest natural resource; and

WHEREAS, 4-H is one of the largest youth development organizations in Texas, with over 658,000 youth involved; and

WHEREAS, 4-H is an active, viable youth development organization in _________ County and especially in the town of _______________ and

WHEREAS, 4-H is viable in _____________ County as a result of a partnership between Texas A&M University and ______________ County Commissioners Court since 1918; and

WHEREAS, 4-H is celebrating its centennial as America’s premier youth development organization with a special celebration for ___________ County 4-H in our great town;
				
NOW, THEREFORE, I, ________________, Mayor of the Town of ________________, on behalf of the Town Council do congratulate and thank the local, county, state, and national 4-H organizations on your centennial celebration.  And, I urge and encourage the citizens of ________________ to recognize the past achievements and future potentials of the 4-H organization and do hereby proclaim the month of October 2007 to be

4-H RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION MONTH

										Signed This Day
_________________________						______________
             Mayor 									(Date)

Texas 4-H Centennial

DRAFT PROCLAMATION #8

RESOLUTION

ORDER NO. ___________

DATE _________________

STATE OF TEXAS

COUNTY OF ___________

BE IT REMEMBERED, at a regular meeting of the Commissioners Court of ____________ County, Texas held on the ______ day of _________________________, 2007, on motion made by ____________________________, and seconded by ______________________, the following Resolution was adopted:

WHEREAS, the youth and volunteers of any community are its greatest natural resource; and

WHEREAS, 4-H is one of the largest youth development organization in Texas, with over 658,000 youth involved; and

WHEREAS, 4-H is an active viable youth development organization in _________ County; and

WHEREAS, 4-H is viable in ____________ County as a result of a partnership between Texas A&M University and ___________ County Commissioners Court since 1918; and

WHEREAS, 4-H is celebrating its Centennial as America’s premier youth development organization.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the ____________ County Commissioners Court by the passage of this Resolution expresses its deepest gratitude and appreciation to 4-H for its many achievements in developing our youth on this its 100th Birthday.

DONE IN OPEN COURT this the _________ day of ______________________, 2007.

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County Judge		    Commissioner, District 1	     Commissioner, District 2

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		  Commissioner, District 3			 Commissioner, District 4