Building your 4-H houses one lunch at a time
As we wind down for Season 4, we want to thank you for continuing to tune in! We are so blessed to get to work with some of the best professionals and hope that this little space of ours has been of help to you, as you grow your 4-H house….one lunch at a time!
Let's chat! Email us: Megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu @the4lunchtimeladies on both instagram & facebook
Finding scholarships can be overwhelming. We want to provide opportunities to our students to be able to pay for college, but finding those opportunities can be daunting. In this episode, Wendy & Megan break down a few different places to look for those. Let's Chat! Megan-megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy-wendy.parr@ag.tamu.edu Follow us on the Shosh! @the4hlunchtimeladies on both Facebook & Instagram!
This title speaks for itself. Listen and let us know your thoughts! Let's Chat! Megan-megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy-wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Follow us on the Shosh! @the4hlunchtimeladies on Facebook & Instagram
Pull out the pipecleaners and play-doh! It's time to find new ways to engage your audience! We've all sat through meetings, where we were read to. How effective were those meetings? Have we been guilty of hosting similar meetings? How effective are those meetings at engaging all of your learner types? Not very! In this episode, Wendy & Megan break down some reasons your learners are not being engaged and give you some new tools on how to fully engage your audience. We want to hear from you! Email us: Megan-megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy-wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Follow us on the Shosh! @the4hlunchtimeladies on both Facebook & Instagram.
We are coming off of a busy winter/early spring and are headed into an even busier spring and summer. It's easy to get lost in the stress and the burnout. It's time to hit the reset button so you don't fall off the deep end. In Wendy's words, "Check yo self, before you wreck yo self." We want to hear from you! What is your favorite way to reset? What is your bougiest self-care practice? Let's Chat! Wendy: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Megan: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu We are on the Shosh! @the4hlunchtimeladies on both Instagram & Facebook!
In this episode, Wendy & Megan talk all things volunteer recognition! How and when you recognize your volunteers for a job well-done makes a huge impact when it comes to retaining and maintaining those who serve your organization. We want to hear from you! What is one way that you like to recognize your volunteers (aside from the Awards Banquet)? Also, don't forget that National Volunteer Week is April 17-23rd (or you can celebrate them all month long!!)! Prep your recognition now! Let's Chat! Megan: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Follow us on the socials: @the4hlunchtimeladies on both Instagram & Facebook!
In a previous episode, we discussed changing county councils/ambassadors groups to work more for you. In this episode, we break down how to overcome and pivot our thinking when we aren't able to change those groups, or they remain unmotivated. Let's Chat! Megan: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Follow us on the socials: @the4hlunchtimeladies on Instagram & Facebook!
Episode 3 came to us as a request from one of you! This week Megan & Wendy talk about working with Interns, Program Assistants, & Assistant Agents. Tune in to see what our take on working with these groups is (ps...we have sort of different perspectives). We want to know what your thoughts are! What is a challenge that you run into with interns? What is something positive you took away from your experience? Let's Chat! megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu @the4hlunchtimeladies on both Instagram & Facebook
Have you been in a situation where you had parents that were causing an uproar? Did you know how to handle that? What about after the incident? In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Laura Huebinger, Volunteer Specialist for Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service to talk about all of the things dealing with unruly or out of control parents/volunteers. Let's Dig Deeper! Email us: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Follow us on the socials: @the4hlunchtimeladies on both Instagram & Facebook
The 4-H Lunchtime Ladies are back for Season 4! In Texas, Stock Show season is in full swing! This time of year (and the months following) things get HECTIC! It is hard to keep everything in line, on the road and at home. In this episode, Wendy & Megan present you with a few tools to help you keep things organized and on track! Links from the episode: Meal Board Cozi Microsoft One Drive Microsoft To-Do Let's chat! Find us on Facebook & Instagram (@the4hlunchtimeladies) Megan Email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy Email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
There are so many opportunities out there for your students to participate in. How many are we missing out on? In the episode, Wendy & Megan break down how to find and get your students involved in those opportunities.
Is the stress of your job and life getting you down? Come spend 45 minutes with us, laughing and finding joy in job again! 3 things to do: 1. Send us book recs for Book Club 2. Tell us what is making you happy right now 3. Hit us with your best corny dad joke. Let's Chat! Megan Email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy Email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Follow us on the social: @the4hlunchtimeladies on Instagram & Facebook
Well, it seems like better late than never is the theme for this month! I don't know about yall, but October seemed busier than usual! BUT...we have a brand new episode out now. This week, Wendy & Megan talked all things newsletters. What immediately comes to your mind when you hear the words "4-H Newsletter?" Sucky is the word that comes to my mind! If you are the same, then this episode is for you, as we break down some ways to make them less sucky and work a little better for your clientele and for you. We say it every week, but we want to hear from you! Is your current newsletter working for you? If not, then what is one thing you can try to make it better? Let's Chat! Follow us on Instagram & Facebook (@the4hlunchtimeladies on both platforms) Megan's Email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy's Email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
In this week's episode, Megan & Wendy tackle #9 on the top 10 list of things to change-Club Officer Workshops. Are you stuck in a rut when it comes to these trainings? Just checking a box? Need some fresh ideas? Then this is the episode for you! Let's Chat! Megan's Email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy's Email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Follow us on the socials! @the4hlunchtimeladies on both Instagram & Facebook
Time management......we talk a lot about how we could do this or that if we just had more time! Well, we all have the same 24 hours in a day. Its how we choose to invest that time that really matters, and ultimately could help us find that more balanced professional & personal life. In this conversation, we have a real and raw discussion about priorities, tips to time management, and what work/life balance really means. Resources from this episode: https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnrampton/2018/05/01/manipulate-time-with-these-powerful-20-time-management-tips/?sh=3a2867a057ab https://www.usa.edu/blog/time-management-techniques/ https://toggl.com/blog/12-time-management-strategies https://toggl.com/blog/12-time-management-strategies https://www.seek.com.au/career-advice/article/5-steps-to-start-improving-your-work-life-balance Let's Chat! Follow us on the socials! (@the4hlunchtimeladies on both Facebook & Instagram) Megan's email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy's email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
Adult Leaders...we have them, but what do we do with them? In this episode, Wendy & Megan break down how to decide what kind of volunteers you actually need, to recruiting them, to how to effectively engage them. We also break down working with Club Managers and how to create a cohesive relationship between the County Agent and the Club Manager. Let's continue the conversation! Follow us on Facebook & Instagram (@the4hlunchtimeladies on both platforms) Megan's Email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy's Email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
Awards Banquets, Recognition events, Banquets in general....whatever you call them, more often than not, people tend to feel a sense of dread every time you mention the words! We want to change that! In this episode, Wendy & Megan spill out several ways in which to change your awards program to make it more fun for your families....and for you! Google Folder that was referenced: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iicaSbJnbqHLQmiFmvG2avxXcE49jkqK?usp=sharing Follow us on Instagram & Facebook! (@the4hlunchtimeladies on both platforms) Megan's Email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy's Email: Wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
County Councils....they either work super well, or they don't work at all. In this episode, we break down a couple of different approaches to take to make these groups better work for you and for your program. Let's Chat! Follow us on Instagram & Facebook! (@the4hlunchtimeladies on both platforms) Megan's Email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy's Email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
We've said it time and time again....if it doesn't work for you, change it up! In this episode, we break down why changing 4-H meetings up is necessary and how to make those changes! Let's Chat! Follow us on the socials (@the4hlunchtimeladies on both Instagram & Facebook) Megan's Email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy's Email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
We are so excited to be back! We are kicking off this new season with an episode all about change! What are some things in your program that could use a good change? Connect with us: Email-megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu; wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Social: @the4Hlunchtimeladies on both Instagram & Facebook
Well, we made it to end of Season 2! We hope you enjoyed this season as much as we did! We are on the search for topics for Season 3! Send us your thoughts! Let's Chat: Follow us on the socials: @the4hlunchtimeladies on both Instagram & Facebook
Navigating County Agent & Ag Teacher relationships can be tricky. It can be even trickier when communication breaks down on both sides. In this episode, Wendy & Megan keep it in the family by sitting down with Luke & Jake Parr, Ag Science teachers (and Megan's brothers), to talk about common misconceptions, miscommunications, and how we can best work together! Let's Chat! Follow us on the socials-@the4hlunchtimeladies on Instagram & Facebook
The summer is a great time to start working with your 4-H members who are interested in livestock projects. Hosting workshops, utilizing social media, putting out graphics and newsletters, are all great tools to use! In this episode, Wendy & Megan break down how to use each of these methods. Let's Chat! Follow us on the socials: @the4hlunchtimeladies on both Facebook & Instagram.
Food & Nutrition camp is so much fun and can be done in so many different ways. Join us as we break down a few of our most favorite activities. District 2 Pinterest: https://pin.it/2ROkelu District 8 Pinterest: https://pin.it/71PI9Tk Let's Chat: Follow us on the socials-@th4hlunchtimeladies on both Facebook & Instagram.
Outdoor education. Its something that can encompass a whole host of projects, but ultimately is just a super fun project to teach to your students. District 2 Pinterest: https://pin.it/5gTui0b Let's Chat: Follow us on the socials-@the4hlunchtimeladies on both Facebook & Instagram
For those in Texas, we are almost back to full programming efforts. (For those not in Texas, heed this as your road map on how to navigate these times when you get there). With an almost normal schedule, comes a full plate of overwhelmness. We went from bare-minimum programming, to full steam ahead, almost overnight. With this change, its easy to let the feelings and stress consume you. Wendy & Megan are here to help with that! Check out the great info this episode has to offer. Let's Chat! Follow us on Facebook & Instagram (@the4hlunchtimeladies).
Day Camps are a great way to incorporate project experiences in fun and unique ways! Now is the time to start making plans to host these camps this summer. In this episode, Wendy & Megan share a wealth of camp ideas and how to put those in place! Let's Chat: Facebook & Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies Megan Email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy Email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
Life Skills are no-brainers for us, as adults. However, our students don't yet posses a lot of those skills. In this episode, Wendy & Megan break down ways to teach these skills through projects & meetings you are already doing. What is a life skill you wish you would have known as a teen? Resources from the Pod: District 2 4-H Pinterest: https://pin.it/3Gzsc98 District 8 4-H Pinterest: https://pin.it/6dcMCo0 Let's Chat: Follow us on Facebook & Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies
Public Speaking is often spoken about as if it were the plague. So how do you make students interested in it? How do you teach public speaking to them and actually keep them interested? In this episode, Wendy & Megan break down the traditional and not traditional ways to address public speaking and how to make it more fun for your students! Resources from the Pod: District 8 4-H Pinterest Board: https://pin.it/4EgsD8F District 2 4-H Pinterest Board: https://pin.it/1S9pUjP Let's Chat! Follow us on Facebook & Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies
Citizenship is a project that we don't often talk about, but it might just one of the most important that we could teach. Taking our youth through real-life situations to learn to become advocates, informed citizens, and to encourage them to get involved in their local communities, is so important! Check out what Megan & Wendy have to say about this super cool, very underrated project! Resources: https://pin.it/3LalpdU Let's chat! Follow us on Facebook & Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies Megan: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
Agriculture advocacy is a topic that is becoming more important to our students. On this episode, Wendy & Megan sit down with Dr. Dottie Goebel, Extension Specialist for Texas Youth Livestock & Agriculture, to talk about why this topic is so important and how to teach this to our students through livestock projects. Let's Chat! Follow us on Facebook & Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies Megan: Megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Dottie: dottie.goebel@ag.tamu.edu Texas Youth Livestock & Agriculture
Consumer Education is a project that can tie into most every other project we offer. So, how do we do that? How do we teach these life skills that are so crucial for our students to learn. On this episode, Wendy & Megan break down different parts of the Consumer Education project and give a few lesson examples to help teach these financial management skills to our students. Websites: South Plains College Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas District 8 4-H Pinterest District 2 4-H Pinterest Let's Chat! Facebook & Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies
Foods & Nutrition is a project that can encompass so much! In this episode, Wendy & Megan break down how to teach this project and share a few great ideas on project experiences. Links: District 8 4-H Pinterest: https://pin.it/6OWJid4 District 2 4-H Pinterest: https://pin.it/2mzb1ZJ Let's Chat! Follow us on social media (Instagram & Facebook): @the4hlunchtimeladies
Most of us are very familiar with what goes into a project, however, we could all use a refresher. Sometimes we get so caught up on the contests and stock shows of it, that we often forget the education piece of our project work. Join us as we talk about ways to get back to the basics of projects! Let's continue the conversation! Facebook & Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies Megan Email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy Email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
Teaching lessons to students in school is one of the most fun things we get to do as Extension Professionals. Whether it is a series of lessons, an Ag Awareness Day, or a one-shot program, these lessons are a great gateway to help build your 4-H program. In this episode, Wendy & Megan take you through the process of getting into schools, planning lessons, and give some great ideas on lessons you can use as part of your curriculum enrichment. Below are links that we talked about in the podcast. Pinterest Board: D2 https://pin.it/32OJkto D8 https://pin.it/4HqHFuS Texas Corn Producers: https://texascorn.org/education/corn-curriculum/ Texas Corn Producers Curriculum Training: Texas Corn Producers Curriculum Overview - YouTube Texas Alliance for Minorities in Engineering: https://www.tame.org/ Texas Tech Center for Adolescent Resiliency: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/hs/ufl/index.php Let's continue the conversation! Facebook & Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies Megan email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
Wendy & Megan are back at it, with a brand new season. Have you ever wondered about why we teach the things the we do, in the way that we teach them? Have you noticed that adults tend to take over 4-H meetings? In this episode, we break down the why behind youth development and why it is important to give this program back to the youth. Connect with us on Social Media! Instagram & Facebook: @the4hlunchtimeladies Email: Megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu & wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
Stuck in a rut with your 4-H programming? On this week's episode, we sit down with Urban Youth Development Agent, Justin Saenz, to find out how he comes up with fun, interactive, and creative programs. Continue the conversation! We want to hear from you! What ideas do you have to take your programming out side of the box? Follow us on Facebook & Instagram (@4hlunchtimeladies)!
Initiative is defined as "the power or opportunity to act or take charge before others do." During the episode, Wendy & Megan talk about why taking initiative is an important part of our work as Extension Professionals, and how to make this part of your daily habits. Let's continue the conversation on our social media! Facebook: @the4hlunchtimeladies Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies Megan email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
Mental health is more important now, than ever. Knowing how to take care of yourself is becoming increasingly important. Meredith Carter, Extension Specialist in District 11, joins us to talk about ways to manage your mental health. Be sure to continue this conversation with us over on our social media accounts! Facebook: @4hlunchtimeladies Instagram: @4hlunchtimeladies Megan's Email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy's Email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
Conflict can come at us from all sides. Knowing how to identify it, manage it, and then walk away from it, while still being a professional, takes patience, and a few special tools in your toolkit. Continue the conversation with us! Facebook: @the4hlunchtimeladies. Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies
Crazy volunteers.....what do you do when they are no longer contributing to your program? What do you do when they become a hindrance instead of an addition? How do you dismiss volunteers? How do you communicate with them? What is the best practice for managing the cray? This week, we are joined by Dr. Laura Huebinger, Volunteer Development Specialist for Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. (Laura was our very first guest! Her episode continues to be one our favorites!) Be sure to continue this conversation with us over on our social media accounts! Facebook: @4hlunchtimeladies Instagram: @4hlunchtimeladies Megan's Email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Wendy's Email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu
On Episode 4, Callie Cline shared marketing plans and how to utilize social media for your programs. On this episode, we take a deeper dive into some of the science behind engaging with your clientele on social media. We hope you enjoy! Show Notes can be found here. We want to continue to engage with you! Wendy's email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Megan's email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Continue the Conversation on our Social Media! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the4hlunchtimeladies/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4hlunchtimeladies/
Tours are a great alternative to a club meeting. They are also a great learning tool for your students to learn more about different parts of various industries. This week, we are joined by Angie Nors and Kristen Clark, 4-H Agents from Hill and Johnson Counties. These ladies have great information to share about putting together and hosting these great learning experiences for your youth! Continue the conversation on our social media pages! Facebook: @the4hlunchtimeladies Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies
Partnerships? Why do we need those? How do we get them? How do we keep them? Wendy & Megan break down all parts of partnerships in this super episode. You can find extra resources here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10vnJhy5UkwfVLc5UWqGqrqoeGmpsWAIB6fusHyj3Hmo/edit?usp=sharing Let's continue the conversation! Facebook: Follow us! https://www.facebook.com/4hlunchtimeladies/ Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies
There are so many things coming our way right now. The state of the world right now can really bring you down. So, how do you keep your light shining, when all you want to do is crawl in a whole and wallow? This is exactly what we are talking about this week. We have a very frank conversation about where we are and how to overcome the negative wave that continues to hit you in the face. Let's continue the conversation! Facebook: Follow us! https://www.facebook.com/4hlunchtimeladies/ Instagram: @the4hlunchtimeladies
We've all been there, right? You plan and plan and plan for a program and then.......nothing. No one shows up! Empty. It's a real kick in the pants. That is exactly what we are talking about this week-how to avoid that empty room and make sure you have butts filling those chairs. You can access our show notes here: (we have included several helpful articles) LINK Wendy's email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Megan's email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Continue the Conversation on our Social Media! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the4hlunchtimeladies/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4hlunchtimeladies/
Challenges. New or old. Seasoned or just starting. Every agent, specialist, teacher, etc. faces all kinds of challenges during their career. Learning how to deal with those challenges, overcome them, and grow from them is the key. And that is what we talk about on this episode. Wendy & Megan are joined by long-time County Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development for Jefferson County, Starla Garlick, to talk about what challenges agents see most often and how to move past those, so that you can still love your job. Wendy's email: wendy.scott@ag.tamu.edu Megan's email: megan.parr@ag.tamu.edu Continue the Conversation on our Social Media Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the4hlunchtimeladies/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4hlunchtimeladies/
Man, on this episode Megan & Wendy sit down to talk about what it means to be all things to all people, how this comes out in our programs, and how we can stop doing this! In this episode, we ask many questions and give several answers. We want you to be able to have those for your reference. You can find those here: https://tinyurl.com/yygo8eer. We also reference several articles. We have compiled those for you here: https://tinyurl.com/y3o9bh8x Continue the Conversation on our Social Media Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the4hlunchtimeladies/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4hlunchtimeladies/
We've all been there, whether an agent just beginning their career or a well-seasoned agent, trying to find projects, programs, etc to host in your county, that you are interested in, can sometimes be a challenge. In this episode, Wendy & Megan sit down with Robert Scott, Lubbock County Extension Agent, to talk about turning those things you are interested in and passionate about into 4-H projects for your students. Resources: We reference the D2 Grilling Games Facebook page. You can find that here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2531475987165331 Continue the Conversation on our Social Media Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the4hlunchtimeladies/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4hlunchtimeladies/
On this episode, Wendy & Megan sit down to discuss all things Community Service related! We know that students, agents, leaders, etc. are always looking for new and fun ways to incorporate a service project. We also know that sometimes we need some new ideas. We hope that is exactly what you get with this episode. During the episode, we mention a couple of resources. You can find those in the links below. https://d24-h.tamu.edu/files/2020/08/Community-Service-Projects-for-4-H-Members.pdf https://agrilife.org/d84h/files/2020/09/Planning-Your-Community-Service-Project.pdf Continue the conversation with us! Join us on our social media pages to keep talking about Service Projects. What other ideas do you have? Facebook: @4hlunchtimeladies Instagram: @4hlunchtimeladies
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