CALAVERAS 4-H ALL STAR PROGRAM
(revised 7/2015)
What is a 4-H All Star?
An All Star is the highest rank that a 4-H member can achieve at the county level. The
goal of the All Star program is to recognize the achievements of active 4-H members & to offer
additional resources & opportunities for leadership, career & life planning. To become a Calaveras
County 4-H All Star you must meet the following criteria:
1. Be in 9th- to 12th grade of the year you are selected (remember, if you are in 8th grade as of the
January application deadline, you are qualified to apply, if all other criteria are met).
2. Be eligible for or have earned your Gold Star.
3. Completed at least two years as a 4-H member by July 1st of the year you are selected as an All
Star Pledge.
4. Have demonstrated leadership abilities, citizenship concern & maturity of judgment.
5. Have made a significant contribution to the maintenance & expansion of the 4-H youth program.
6. Must have an action project for leadership in the 4-H program within the county. (PLEASE NOTE:
IF APPLICANT HAS COMPLETED AN EMERALD STAR PROJECT, THIS SECTION IS WAIVED.
IN THAT CASE, ALL STARS WILL WORK TOGETHER TO CREATE A PLAN TO BENEFIT THE
COUNTY)
7. Participate in Sectional All Star activities.
8. Attend All Star conferences & events.
9. Accomplish goals stated in your All Star Project.
10. Undertake tasks requested by Calaveras 4-H Council & the 4-H office.
11. Represent 4-H and the 4-H youth program to 4-H clubs.
How do I apply for an All Star?
1. Complete the accompanying All Star application by the announced deadline. There are 2 times
during the year that applications are accepted…January, with interview in February; June with
interview in July.
2. Present verification from local 4-H club leader of Gold Star eligibility & correct age on All Star
application.
3. Prepare & present an All Star Project stating your goals & objectives as an All Star. Your All Star
Project should clearly show to improve some aspect of the 4-H program in Calaveras County. You
will work with the 4-H office, 4-H program representative, the All Star advisors & Calaveras 4-H
Council to complete your Project. Your All Star Project must be approved by the All Star Selection
Committee & any changes must also be approved by the All Star Selection Committee & 4-H
program representative. An addendum to the plan must be resubmitted to the All Star Committee.
Note exception above in #6.
4. Prepare & submit your Record Book of all years in 4-H, with your application.
5. A minimum of two letters of recommendation is required with your application. They may be from
your community club leaders, non-parent project leaders, teachers, ministers, club officers, etc.
How does the selection procedure work?
The Calaveras 4-H Council will select at least three individuals to serve on the All Star selection
committee, which will include the All Star Advisor. You will be notified by mail as to when you will meet
with the committee. You will be expected to discuss your All Star Project, give a brief presentation
about it, and answer questions.
The selection procedure will be undertaken in a timely manner to permit the announcement of the new
All Stars Pledges.
Scoring
All Star Project
Presentation
25%
25%
Interview
25%
Record Book 25%
What will my responsibilities as an All Star be?
When you apply to become an All Star you are making a promise to fulfill the responsibilities of an All
Star. These responsibilities include attending All Star meetings, helping at county & sectional 4-H
events, being a role model for other 4-H members, being an ambassador for 4-H, completing your All
Star Project, and serving in a leadership role.
Meetings
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Calaveras 4-H Council & All Star meetings are typically held monthly. They are announced in the
4-H newsletter. You are expected to give an All Star report at these meetings, updating the Council
on your All Star progress.
Sectional 4-H Youth Council meetings are encouraged, but not required and will be held bi-monthly.
They are announced by the Sectional Council. Location of Sectional Council meetings may rotate
throughout the North Coast & Mountain Region.
County Events
You will be required to attend all county functions where you will serve as M.C., clerk, & general host &
spokesperson for our 4-H program. You are A GOOD WILL AMBASSADOR. The rule of thumb for All
Stars & Pledges at county events is that they do jobs that would not be done by the average 4-H'er:
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Calaveras Fair
Home Arts Expo
Presentation Day
Leadership Retreat
Children’s Fair
Countywide Record Book Trainings
Any other county 4-H event
Other All Star Activities
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State Leadership Conference - When funds are available, Calaveras 4-H Council will pay for ½ of
the fees for All Star Pledges their first year to the State Leadership Conference, and with
completion of the All Star project, the other ½ of SLC dues will be reimbursed as long as funds are
available. Funds for participation at State Leadership Conference MAY be available for following
years.
All Star Retreat - Sponsored by the Sectional 4-H Council at a minimal cost to participants, usually
scheduled for a weekend in June or July. This is a time for the All Stars to get together & meet All
Stars from other sections. This helps to establish good working relationships for sectional events.
Remember, at county and sectional functions, you will be required to act as hosts and hostesses. You
will help keep things running smoothly, take the initiative to get things done, find out where your
strengths lie, (teaching, public speaking, hospitality, etc.). You can discover your full potential. Don't
be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try something new. Who knows, you may be terrific at
something you've never thought of!
Your most active year, to some extent, will be the first year you are chosen. Remember, being an All
Star continues throughout your 4-H career. You will be required to attend & participate in all County
4-H events and also mentor All Star Pledges. You are the role models for 4-H members in the County,
Section, and even the State.
Please review the All Star 4-H Ambassador Resource Handbook
for helpful ideas for All Stars.
It is available at http://4h.ucanr.edu/files/2803.pdf
or you can pick up a copy at the 4-H Office.
ALL STAR APPLICATION
Please include all support material with this application and submit to the 4-H office by the
announced deadline (All Star Eligibility Verification, All Star Project, Letters of Recommendation &
your 4-H Record Book).
Name _____________________________________________ Telephone___________________________
Address ________________________________________________________________________________
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Club _____________________________________________ Grade _________
High School Attending/Planning to Attend ____________________________________________
Major 4-H Projects _______________________________________________________________________
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Major 4-H Events Attended _________________________________________________________________
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Summarize one significant experience in a 4-H project or event ____________________________________
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Summarize outstanding honors earned (4-H & others) ___________________________________________
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Major contributions or help given to others in 4-H _______________________________________________
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Major contributions or help given in school, community, etc. _______________________________________
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ALL STAR ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION
I ____________________________________________________________________________
Community Club Leader
certify that ____________________________________________________________________
All Star Applicant
has received or is eligible to receive his/her Gold Star and has been a 4-H member for at least three years.
Signed ____________________________________
Community Club Leader
Date
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I, ___________________________________________________________________________
All Star Applicant
agree to attend all countywide 4-H events as outlined in the All Star requirements. I understand that it is not
Calaveras 4-H Council's obligation to sponsor my trip to the State Leadership Conference and any consideration
for sponsorship will be given during and/or after one year of service.
Signed ____________________________________
All Star Applicant
Signed ____________________________________
Parent/Guardian
Date
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