Records Program

4-H Records Program

4-H Record Books

Record keeping is an important skill. The 4-H record keeping process encourages members to develop skills in observation, gathering data, collecting and manipulating data, and general bookkeeping skills.

All members are encouraged to keep a record book. The record book is a tool for members to help learn these skills.

The 4-H record allows 4-H members the opportunity to set goals and keep records on the progress made toward reaching those goals. The record book also allows the 4-H member to record losses, profits, and other helpful information about their 4-H project work.

Through this process, you can establish goals and record your progress and the steps you had to take to accomplish those goals.

Your 4-H Record Book is a summary of 4-H projects and activities completed during your 4-H career. It reflects your interests, participation, and experiences. The record reveals self-improvement and service to the community.

Here are a few ways the 4-H Record helps you:

Establish goals
Assume responsibility for record keeping
Collect data using systematic procedures
Evaluate your growth and progress

The 4-H Record helps volunteer leaders:

Understand and know you
Learn about your interests and aspirations
Evaluate your progress and achievement

4-H Resume

Another phase of the record keeping program is the 4-H Resume. This opportunity is available only for senior (15-18) 4-H members. Members submitting resumes must have actively been enrolled in 4-H during the past two years. A 4-H member can submit a record book and a resume in the same year either in the same project category or in two different project categories.

Awards

Along with the ribbon and cash awards, senior-age (15-18) record book winners (in those project areas who have sponsors) receive the opportunity to attend National 4-H Congress!

**To learn more, visit the 4-H Guide to Records: http://extension.msstate.edu/sites/default/files/publications/publications/p2544_web.pdf

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