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Greene County Extension
Course Catalog A guide to area University of Missouri Extension specialists and the programs they can offer in Greene and surrounding counties.
Greene County Extension Center 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, Mo. 65807; Telephone (417) 881-8909
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2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, Mo. 65807 Telephone: (417) 881-8909 Email:
[email protected] http://extension.missouri.edu/greene
GREENE COUNTY EXTENSION CENTER
Dear Reader: Thank you for requesting or downloading this course catalog. It is the first of its kind for county extension programs in Missouri. University of Missouri Extension specialists featured on these pages can do programming in Greene County and surrounding counties. The necessary contact information is provided so you can contact an instructor and make arrangements for hands-on, researchbased programming that will meet your individual, group or community needs. These pages also describe some of the topics and classes MU Extension specialists in this region can provide in your community, at your business, to members of your organization or as part of an event. I would encourage you to take advantage of our scheduled classes (those listed in this document and those online at http://extension.missouri.edu/greene). I also hope you will keep these documents as a resource to reference in the future. In Greene County, reduced funding has put the county office and our programs in jeopardy. In 2012, members of the Greene County Commission voted to reduce their portion of extension funding by 90%. Elected members of the Greene County Extension Council have kept the local office open and programs going with reserve funds. Members of the council have been told to expect that same 90% reduction from the County Commission in the 2013 budget which will leave the Greene County Extension Council with enough funds to operate for some of 2013. If you believe the educational resources offered by MU Extension in southwest Missouri — and especially in Greene County — are important, please let members of your County Commission know you appreciate their support of county Extension programs. Ongoing support from area County Commissions is needed to keep local extension offices opening and local programming ongoing. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact our office in Springfield. Sincerely,
David L. Burton Country Program Director, Greene County Extension Civic Communication Specialist, University of Missouri Extension
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Course Catalog Greene County Extension University of Missouri Extension 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, Mo. 65807 Tel: (417) 881-8909
Updated July 12, 2013 Family Nutrition Education Program Greene County Annex Tel: 417-886-2059 2160 W. Chesterfield Blvd. Suite F200 Chesterfield Village, Springfield, Mo. Call the office to inquire about available nutrition education programming. For a listing of Master Gardener Programs see www.swmogardens.com/fogcalendar
A regularly updated list of programs is available at http://extension.missouri.edu/greene. This report created by David Burton, civic communication specialist with MU Extension and county program director in Greene County.
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ABOUT COURSE CATALOG This catalog contains what we call “hip pocket” programs. Our specialists can easily present these programs to groups in the county or others that arrange for the program. Our scheduled programs appear on our website in our calendar. Both programs listed there and in this book are official MU Extension programs.
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Live and Learn Series Noon to 1 p.m. at Greene County Extension Center The Greene County Extension Center is located inside the Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center located at Nathanael Greene Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, Mo. Bring your own brown bag lunch or purchase fruits, snack foods and drinks at the Botanical Center Bookstore and join us for an, informational, 50 minute class taught by MU Extension Specialists in Greene County. Attend one class or attend them all!
August 24— “Using Social Media in Disaster Recovery,” by David Burton
Oct. 3: “Mind-Body Relationship and Health” —Dr. Jim Wirth
August 29 — “Planning the Fall Vegetable Garden” with Patrick Byers
Oct. 10: “World War II Fighter Pilot Stories” —Dr. Jim Wirth
Sept. 14 — “Creating an Oral History” by David Burton
Oct. 17: “Managing Emotions under Pressure” —Dr. Jim Wirth
Sept 19: “Enhancing & Exercising your Memory”—Dr. Jim Wirth
Oct. 26 — “Vegetable Gardening in the Winter” with Patrick Byers
Sept. 26: “Who Gets Grandma's Yellow Pie Plate?” —Dr. Jim Wirth University of Missouri, Lincoln University, U.S. Department of Agriculture & Local Extension Councils Cooperating.MU Extension provides equal opportunity to all participants in extension programs.
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Contact us at Tel: (417) 881-8909 E-mail:
[email protected] Online: extension.missouri.edu/greene By David L. Burton
REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS 4-H Leaders Council Master Naturalists Board
Master Gardeners— Members
Planning time for the Greene County 4-H Program. Meets the third Thursday of each month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. All meetings held at the Greene County Extension Center, 2400 S. Scenic, Springfield. Facilitator: Velynda Cameron,
[email protected]; phone: 417/881-8909.
Monthly chapter meeting held from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., the second Tuesday of each month at Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center2400 S. Scenic Ave, Springfield. Facilitator: Patrick Byers,
[email protected], Greene County Extension, 417/8818909.
County Extension Council The Greene County Extension Council works with local specialists to provide the county educational program, manage finances of local MU Extension operations, provide personnel to carry out extension activities locally and organize the annual public election of council members. Meetings are generally held from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the last Monday of the month at the Greene County Extension Center, 2400 S. Scenic, Springfield. Facilitator: David Burton, County Program Director, 417/881-8909.
Monthly meeting of the Springfield Plateau Master Naturalists are held from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month at the regional office of the Missouri Conservation Department. Facilitator: Patrick Byers,
[email protected], phone: 417/881-8909.
Business Development Several regular month business classes are held at the Small Business Development and Technology Center, Missouri State University, Glass Hall (West Entrance), 901 S National, Springfield, Mo. Registration can be done by calling the SBDTC at 417-836-5685 or checking online www.ws.missouristate.edu/ sbdc/.
Master Gardeners Board Monthly meeting of the Board of Directors for the Master Gardeners of Greene County from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., the first Monday of the month at the Greene County Extension Center. Facilitator: Patrick Byers,
[email protected], phone: 417/881-8909.
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Chrystal Irons with MU Extension works with the Missouri Small Business and Technology Development Center located in Springfield. Missouri Small Business & Technology Development Centers (MO SBTDC) – Funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration, this award is matched on the local level by state university hosts and private sector partners. Services include individualized business counseling and a wide variety of educational opportunities. Locally, MU Extension partners with staff at the Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC) on the Missouri State University campus to help and support small businesses in the area. Missouri State University SBTDC 901 South National Springfield, MO 65897 417-836-5685
Chrystal Irons Tel: (417) 546-4431 E-mail:
[email protected] Started with Extension: June 21, 2010 Education background: Bachelor of Arts in accounting and a Master in Business Administration from Drury University in Springfield, Mo. Relevant past employment: Accountant for an accounting firm in Springfield, Mo. Chrystal and her husband also own two businesses in Nixa: A1 Walls & Landscaping, Inc (full service landscaping, lawn maintenance, and snow removal) and Tridenn Nursery (retail garden nursery).
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Available Programs Starting a Business: The First Steps Learn the critical first steps to take as you prepare to start your own business. Designed specifically for those who are thinking about starting a business, participants will have an opportunity to assess their strengths and weaknesses, learn about the importance of planning, discuss legal and regulatory requirements, and identify sources of financing. Each participant will receive a Start-Up manual. The Basics of Writing a Business Plan A well-written business plan is a critical requirement of most lenders, and this workshop will focus on the necessary elements of a business plan. Practical examples and forms will be used to help participants develop a useful business plan. Learn how the business plan elements can serve to filter out poor ideas and how it can serve as a “selling” tool. Discover how the business plan can facilitate implementation of a new business strategy. Successful Social Media Marketing This hands-on workshop is for those who are new or just beginning to explore social media opportunities. Internet accessibility for facilitator required. How to navigate through free social media tools Why so many businesses and organizations are using them How to build a Facebook page (personal & professional) and how to use the Facebook functions How to create account in LinkedIn, Twitter, and other free social media tools How blogging can market your business Setting up a social media strategy that maximizes the value of your business If you’ve wondered how to dive into social media, and whether and how it can benefit your business, this workshop is for you. Introduction to QuickBooks® During this two-session workshop, learn how to use this popular Windows based bookkeeping package that provides accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory functions. The participants will re-
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ceive an overview of the QuickBooks Centers to gain an understanding of how the program processes information. Procedures to properly account for your business transactions and construct your business financial reports will also be covered. $69 registration fee includes comprehensive QuickBooks manual on CD for both classes. Understanding Financial Statements The first in a series of three courses, this class is designed for business owners, managers, accountants, bankers, and consultants who need to know how to turn financial statements into useful management tools. During this course, participants will be able to identify key business information that is captured on an Income Statement and Balance Sheet. They will learn to calculate several useful ratios, and understand what those ratios indicate in terms of business productivity and success. Participants will leave this session with a greater understanding of how to read and interpret financial documents, and use that information to drive business decisions. How to Control Cash Flow The second in a series of three courses, “How to Control Cash Flow,” participants will take a close look at where cash comes from, where it’s used in day-to-day business, and learn to identify and correct cash flow problems. Strategic Planning Tic-Tac-Toe This workshop is designed to provide small business owners and managers with a simple tool to help them develop a strategic plan for their business. A template will be provided to help you create an easy visual strategic plan to measure and layout a course of action for a particular part of your business. Predicting Future Cash Needs The third in a series of three courses, “Predicting Future Cash Needs”, participants will learn to estimate future sources and uses of cash. They will also learn how to analyze those predictions to make more informed decisions. Participants will leave this session feeling more comfortable about
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decisions related to preparing for growth, realistic loan and financing requests, how much cash they can safely take out of the business, and making affordable purchases for the business. Financial Management for Child Care Providers Specialized training program designed for licensed child care providers to fulfill the Core Competency Area VII: Program Planning and Development requirement. We will discover ways to improve your bottom line discussing: Current Challenges & Opportunities in the Child Care Industry Financial Record Keeping Identifying Costs/Expenses Areas of Revenue Generation Financial Analysis and Planning Risk Management Employment: Careers & Advancement Specialized training targeted toward those looking to enter the job market and/or begin the search for a new career. Materials will be presented from a business owner’s perspective. Topics will include: Understanding the current job market environment What employers are looking for in an employee Prepare a winning resume and cover letter Make an impression on your customers or potential employer How to prepare for an interview Plan your search for a successful business or career Listen to business owner/manager share their business experiences. FastTrac NewVenture Designed specifically for entrepreneurs in the early stages of business development, FastTrac NewVenture not only helps you uncover the answers, it also helps you determine the questions to ask. Save time and money by testing the feasibility of your business concept before you launch. Form relationships with people who can prove to you that starting or growing your own business doesn't mean going it alone.
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NATURAL RESOURCE ENGINEERING Topic areas and subject matter include:
Bob Schultheis
Engineering, Environmental Quality & Natural Resources Agriculture to Suburban Hot Spots (covers environmental risks of converting agricultural land to rural residential) Concrete on the Farm (types, uses, installing) Farmstead Planning Groundwater Flow and Enviroscape® models Karst Topography: Springs, Cave and Sinkholes Miracle Products and Scams Pesticide Disposal Options Pond Construction & Aquatic Plant Management (sizing, building, sealing and managing ponds) Septic System Operation & Maintenance Sewage System Installer Training (for contractors, lenders and realtors) Water and Your Health Water Quality and Your Well Water Quality for Food Production Livestock and Forage Production Systems Design Concepts for Cattle Handling Facilities Forage Sampling Hay Harvest, Storage & Feeding Management Livestock Fencing & Watering Systems Sizing Beef Cattle Watering Systems Soil Sampling Horticulture & Crop Management Basic Gardening and Food Preservation Building & Operating Your Own Composter Drip Irrigation (for fruits and vegetables) Drip Irrigation System Design & Maintenance Evaluating a Site for Vegetable/Fruit Production Hobby Greenhouses Landscape Design for Energy Efficiency Pesticide Application Equipment Calibration Soils & Plant Nutrition Tree Care from Ice Damage Water Management Around the Home
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Webster County Tel: (417) 859-2044 E-mail:
[email protected] Started with Extension: September 1980 Education: Bachelor’s in agricultural mechanization, Washington State University (1978) and master’s in agricultural engineering, University of Missouri (1980). Energy Management & Indoor Air Quality Alternative Fuels for Energy Production Economics of Biomass Fuels Ethanol from Switchgrass Greenhouse Energy Conservation Indoor Air Quality & Home Pesticide Safety Mold Control & Indoor Air Quality No-Cost / Low-Cost Energy Conservation Health & Wellness Gardens for Every Body (adapting gardening tools for limited-mobility use) Indoor Air Quality and Asthma: Tips to Reduce Asthma “Triggers” in the Home Introduction to the AgrAbility Program Radon, Carbon Monoxide, Dust Mites & Termite Management Safety & Disaster Preparedness All-Terrain-Vehicle Safety Chain Saw Safety & Tree Pruning Disaster Preparedness (for farm and home) Drinking Water Safety Farm Animal Safety Home Heating Safety Lawn Mower Safety Pesticide Application Safety Tractor & Farm Equipment Safety
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AGRONOMY Forage Management Keys to Profitable Forages Overcoming Stand Loss Following a Drought Alternative Forages Warm Season Grasses for Ozark Farms Eradicating Fescue
Tim Schnakenberg Stone County Tel: (417) 357-6812 E-mail: Schnakenbergc @missouri.edu
Pasture Management Grazing schools are offered on a fee basis in conjunction with local USDA/Soil & Water Districts Practical Pasture Management Pasture Forages for SW Missouri Pasture Fertility Management Pasture Renovation Fescue Endophyte Management Extending the Grazing Season
Started with Extension: July 1991
Stored Forage Management Hay production schools are available on a fee basis. They include six hours of instruction. Forage Testing and Understanding Hay Tests Improving Hay Quality Forages for Hay Production Hay Production Economics Buying and Selling Hay Alfalfa Management Roundup Ready Alfalfa The Basics of Wrapped Baleage
Relevant past employment: Agronomy specialist in Morgan County for two years; agronomy specialist and county program director in Charleston, Mo., Mississippi County for nine years; experience in working with the Master
Forage Fertility Management Liming Ozark Soils Improve Your Soil Testing Skills Dealing with High Priced Fertilizer Using Poultry Litter for Fertilizer Forage Weed Management Pasture Weed and Brush Control Thistle Control Noxious Weeds in SW Missouri Johnsongrass: The Good, Bad and Ugly
Environmental Quality Programs Private pesticide applicator training is available at the cost of materials. Pesticide Applicator Training (3 hr) Poultry Litter Management Environmental Pesticide Safety Personal Safety when using Pesticides Calibration of Sprayers Home Horticulture Programs Low-Maintenance Gardening Putting the Lawn and Garden to Bed Improving Garden Soil Greenhouse Media and Fertility Pruning Trees and Shrubs After an Ice Storm Soils and Plant Nutrition Lawn Establishment and Management Lawn and Garden Weed Control Home Pesticide Use (45 min.) Plant Growth and Disease
Crop Production Strategies for Successful Corn Production Crop Pest Management Corn Weed Management
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Education: Associate’s degree from Crowder College, Neosho, Mo; Bachelor’s in agronomy from Missouri State University, Springfield, Mo.; Master’s degree in agronomy and crop science from University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Ark.
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AGRONOMY Topic areas and subject matter include:
Brie Menjoulet
Agronomy Soil testing Soil test results interpretation Soil fertility/ nutrient mobility Soil compaction, aeration and water infiltration Hay testing Hay production Forage fertility and quality Nutrient cycling Grazing Cool-season grass establishment and management Alfalfa production (pests and pest control, fertility, growth) Weed ID Weed control Herbicide and some insecticide usage and application Sprayer calibration Private pesticide applicator training Various aspects of soybean and corn production
Hickory County Tel: (417) 745-6767 E-mail:
[email protected] Started with Extension: August 2008 Education background: bachelor’s in agriculture and horticulture from College of the Ozarks (2003); master’s in soil science from the University of Arkansas-Fayetteville (2007). Relevant past employment: Substitute teacher and homebound instructor (Warrensburg, MO), College of the Ozarks: dairy, feed mill, and landscaping and personal farm experience.
Horticulture Soil amendments Cover and green manure crops Composting Raised beds Weed control options Nutrient management Master Gardener Training Soil and plant nutrients Landscape design Plant propagation
Bring Your Soil Test to the Greene County Extension Center Get a personalized soil test for only $20. Learn more about the value of a soil test on the Greene County Extension website.
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AGRICULTURE BUSINESS Dr. Gordon Carriker
Annie’s Project: A six-session short course designed to meet the educational and social needs of farm women. Instructional modules address production, financial management, marketing, legal issues and human resources issues. This is a for-fee event. Ag. Risk Management Short Course: A short course designed to provide participants with basic tools to manage legal, financial, and marketing risk issues in their operation. It may be offered as individual sessions (up to 3 hours each). This is a for-fee event. Legal Concerns for Rural Landowners: Individual seminars or series addressing common legal issues faced by rural landowners: leases, fencing, regulations.
Started with Extension: September 2000 Education: Bachelors in agriculture, University of Nebraska; Masters in agricultural economics, University of Nebraska (1984); Doctorate in applied economics, Clemson University (1988). Relevant past employment: assistant research professor, Agricultural Economics, Kansas State (1988-95); research associate at University of Nebraska's West Central Research Center, (19982000).
Business Planning for Agriculture: A seminar on the basics of developing a business plan for agricultural operations. Enterprise Budgeting: A seminar on developing budgets and their use as a financial management tool. Grazing Economics: A presentation on the economics of management intensive grazing. Prepared for Regional Grazing Schools but appropriate outside of the schools. Economics of Hay: A presentation on the economics of producing or purchasing hay. Growing for Market: A presentation on the economic and management issues when growing horticultural crops for market. Agricultural Land Values and Rental Rates: A presentation on ag. land values and rental rates in Missouri.
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Christian County Tel: (417) 581-3558 E-mail:
[email protected]
Controlling Input Costs: A presentation on the what producers can do to help them control ever-increasing costs of production. Understanding Farm Financial Statements: A presentation on financial statements basics and using them to better manage the farm operation. Farm Records and Accounting: A presentation on record keeping basics and record keeping systems available. Developing a Farm Lease: A presentation on farm lease basics.
A regularly updated list of programs is available at http://extension.missouri.edu/greene.
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DAIRY Dr. Tony Rickard
Systems Approach to Pasture-Based Dairying: Help producers understand the interactions and consequences of management, while focusing on the critical areas that have the most impact on profitability. Forage Systems for Pasture-Based Dairies: Integration of the growth rates of forage species during different seasons to the daily demand of dairy cattle to arrive at a system that will maximize dry matter intake from pastures in Southwest Missouri. Hybrid Dairy Systems: More confinement dairy operations are starting to bring some pasture into their management system. Producers need to be aware of management changes that need to be made with varying levels of grazing. Understanding and Using Forage Analyses: Help producers understand different components of analyses, with emphasis on the implications of acid and neutral detergent fiber values on ration formulation. Nutrition for Pasture-Based Dairy Systems: The forage base for a pasture-based and confinement may be considerably different and producers need to understand how this impacts the concentrate mix. Understanding Ruminant Nutrition: Producers need a basic understanding that feeding a ruminant is about feeding rumen microbes and not the animal itself. Understanding Grazing Wedges: The grazing wedge gives producers a “picture” of the forage on their operation. They will be able to identify the quantity available in each paddock, know the growth rates and develop management strategies.
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Barry County Tel: (417) 847-3161 E-mail:
[email protected] Started with Extension: October 1982 Education: Bachelor’s from Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green (1971); Master’s from Cornell University, Ithaca, New York (1974) and Ph.D. from Cornell (1979).
Balancing Rations for Dairy Cattle: Review of the guidelines for dairy ration formulation and demonstration of software that allow producers to formulate rations for all classes of cattle. Management Strategies for High Cost Feedstuffs: High price ingredients often lead to producers incorporating less costly feedstuffs into their ration, but may have a detrimental effect on productivity. Producers will increase their understanding of limits of various feedstuffs and the subsequent effect on production when changes are made. Raising Dairy Replacements: Heifer replacement programs represent a cash drain to a dairy operation, but when done improperly, has even greater economic ramifications when they freshen. Producers will increase their understanding of these effects and how to raise their heifers more economically. Alternative Feeds for Dairy Cattle: The use of alternative feeds in dairy rations continues to increase. However, producers need to be aware of the advantages and disadvantages of each before incorporating into a ration.
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HORTICULUTRE Commercial horticulture These workshops are available to foster local commercial production of vegetable and fruit crops. Individual topics are available, or several topics can be combined into comprehensive, multi-topic workshops. Cost varies with the desired program. The workshops are focused on issues of interest to prospective or established commercial growers. Current topics include: Getting started in commercial produce production (site selection, general culture, irrigation planning) Commercial fruit production (apple, peach, blueberry, bramble, strawberry, grape, elderberry, pawpaw, persimmon) Commercial vegetable production (tomato, sweet corn, pepper, cucurbits, herbs) High tunnel crop production Food safety issues for commercial fruit and vegetable growers Marketing 1-2-3 for local growers Pest management for commercial fruit and vegetable production
Home horticulture These workshops are on a variety of topics of interest to home gardeners. Typically 1 hour in length, the programs are suitable for community groups, garden clubs, youth groups, or others with an interest in gardening. Cost varies with the program, and programs should be scheduled well in advance for speaker availability. Current topics include: Home berry production Home tree fruit production Home vegetable production Home lawn care Raised bed gardening Edible landscaping Right plant in the right place Daylilies for the home garden
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Patrick Byers Greene County Tel: (417) 881-8909 E-mail:
[email protected] Started with Extension: May 2008 Education background: associates in horticulture from University of Nebraska (1979); bachelors in horticulture, University of Missouri (1983); masters in horticulture, University of Arkansas (1986). Relevant past employment: 18 years with Missouri State University’s State Fruit Experiment Station in Mountain Grove; three years with Uni
Bulbs in the home landscape Mulching Soil amendments Plant propagation Basics of pruning Spring plant care in the home landscape Summer plant care in the home landscape Fall plant care in the home landscape
Individual consultation with the regional horticulture specialist is available by appointment for commercial horticulture clients. There is no cost for individual consultation.
Master Gardener Training The Master Gardener Program is a volunteer community-service organization. Interested area residents volunteer to provide service to their communities in exchange for horticultural training leading to certification. Volunteer activities include work with non-profit organizations, civic and service groups and others.
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LIVESTOCK Understanding a Forage Analysis/Winter Supplementation of the Beef Herd: Instruction on proper forage sampling procedure, understanding the results of a forage test, and matching the forage base with animal needs. Different supplement alternatives and cost calculation will also be discussed. Body Condition Scoring of Beef Cattle: Participants will be instructed on the Body Condition Scoring (BCS) system and how to score their own herd. Use of body condition scoring as a decision making tool throughout the production cycle will discussed along with nutritional requirements. Understanding and Using EPD’s: Participants will be educated on what EPD’s are, what to look for and how to use EPD’s in making purchasing and breeding decisions that will improve the genetic base of their herd. Theft Reduction Tips for the Farm: Participants will be given some insight into precautionary steps producers can implement to reduce the likelihood of theft on their farm. Animal Identification: Participants will be introduced to various methods of identifying their animals. Branding (freeze and hot), Tattooing, Notching, and Tagging will be discussed. This discussion can easily be adapted to the youth audience. With proper notice arrangements could be made for live animal demonstration. Small Ruminant Production: Discussion will vary depending upon time allotment and group preferences. Possible topics include fencing, marketing options, multi-species grazing, herd health, etc.
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Andy McCorkill Dallas County Tel: (417) 345-7551 E-mail:
[email protected] Started with Extension: March 2011 Job Title: livestock specialist Education Background: MNAS with an emphasis in Beef Cow/Calf Production from Missouri State University; Bachelor’s in general agriculture from Missouri State University; Associate’s in welding technology and drafting and design technology from Ozarks Technical Community College .
Feeder Cattle Marketing: Participants will be educated on the feeder cattle grading system used by the USDA, given pointers on improving the value of their calves and using market trends to help with marketing decisions. Show Me Quality Assurance Training: Intended for the youth audience, participants will be educated on topics pertaining to proper management, show ethic, feeding, animal identification, and other topics pertaining to their animal project. This training will meet the SMQA requirement to show in any junior show within the State of Missouri.
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LIVESTOCK Getting Started with Sheep and Goats on a Small Acreage: 1 hour workshop designed for personnel interested in getting started with sheep and goats. Learn the benefits of sheep and goats as well as the factors affecting success in the industry. Understand the similarities, differences and strenghts in sheep and goats.
Newton County Tel: (417) 455-9500 E-mail:
[email protected] Started with Extension: December 2009
Multi-species Grazing with Small Ruminants: 1 hour presentation designed for personnel who are considering using sheep and goats to complement grazing of other species such as cattle or horses. This presentation will show the benefits of co- or multispecies grazing with small ruminants and cattle or horses. Eating patterns of different species of livestock will be discussed and economics of multi-species grazing shown.
Job Title: Small ruminant specialist focused on goat and sheep management, production, and marketing.
Managing Meat Goats for Profitability 1 hour power-point presentation designed for personnel interested in adding small ruminants to their cattle or horse operation. This presentation will show factors affecting profitability of meat goat operations and outline methods to improve profits in the goat enterprise. Emphasis will be placed on enhancing market prices, increasing percentage kid crop, and decreasing feed prices. Computer-generated budgets will be used to show the effects on returns of changing variable cost/inputs as well as income. Dairy Goat Management and Nutrition 1 hour power point presentation outlining how to feed and care for high-producing dairy does. This presentation will discuss factors affecting milk production, how to use these factors to increase milk production, and to improve profits. Milking, health, and feeding management will be emphasized. Rations will be illustrated and marketing strategies demonstrated.
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Dr. Jodie Pennington
Diseases and Health Management for Sheep and Goats: 1 1/2 hour workshop designed for existing sheep and goat producers who want to know about diseases and control. This presentation will describe diseases of sheep and goats and tell methods to control and treat the diseases. Overall good management and sanitation will be discussed as factors to minimize disease incidence. Sheep and Goat Marketing: How It Relates to Changes in the U.S. Population: 30 min to 2 hour presentation and discussion designed for general or civic audiences who want to understand why small ruminants are becoming more important in American agriculture. Changes in production and marketing of sheep and goats will be illustrated. In the longer presentations, examples of production and marketing of small ruminants will be shown. Youth Fitting and Showmanship Workshop: 2 hour workshop designed to show youth, adults, and leaders how to fit and show their sheep and goats, especially market animals. Ethics and sportsmanship while showing will be emphasized. Selection, feeding, and management also will be discussed.
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HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Personal and Professional and Workforce Development and Interpersonal Relations
Dr. Jim Wirth
Communication: Oral, Nonverbal, Written & Listening Communication Communication & Conflict Resolution – including Anger Management Communication with People with Disabilities; Customer Relations Effective Adult Learning Emotional Intelligence Goal Setting & Decision Making Grant Writing Dealing with Difficult Types of People How to Present an Effective Presentation How to Overcome Workplace Negativity Self Confidence & Self Fulfillment Job-Seeking Skills: beginner & advanced Learned Optimism-Coping with Adversity Managing Change: Who Moved my Cheese? Managing Emotions under Pressure (& How to Change your Behavior) How, What, & Why Seven (now 8) Habits of Highly Effective People Spectrum Temperament Development-Understanding Yourself & Others Stress Management Managing Stress at Work Success Principles for Life & Work Tackling the Tough Skills for Work/Life: Attitude, Responsibility, etc. Teaching & Learning Styles Teambuilding Time Management Understanding & Experiencing the Labyrinth: A Walking Reflection Working with different Generations
Greene County Tel: (417) 881-8909 E-mail:
[email protected] Started with Extension: August 1997 Education: Bachelors in English and philosophy from St. Meinrad College; master’s of divinity from St. Meinrad Theology (St. Meinrad, Ind.); Master’s in sociology and education from Northern Illinois University; Doctorate in sociology (Ph.D.) from Loyola University of Chicago, 1978. Relevant past employment: Professor of sociology at College of the Ozarks, Point Lookout, MO. (1978 – 1997); instructor in sociology for three years at four Chicago-area colleges; sixth grade teacher for three years at Lindop School (Broadview, Chicago suburb); and counselor at Half-Way House for Federal Prisoners.
Leadership Development
Citizen Engagement and Diversity
Building Diversified Community Coalitions Cross-cultural Simulation: BaFa BaFa Diversity, Multicultural Competence & Missouri Latinos English Limited Learners (ELL) Focus Group Training Poverty & Economic Class in Missouri
Community Visioning Process Strategic Planning Leadership: Community Context, Temperament, and Teamwork Spectrum Leadership Development
Best Community Development Practices Community Change
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HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Healthy Families – Children, Parent-
ing/Families, Teens, and Aging Childcare Provider Programs, especially for Young Children Active Kids and Sensory Play Active Times-Quiet Times: Making Transitions Easier Activities for Learning Math Ages & Stages Art Appreciation for Young Children Art & Science of Playing with Young Children Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Avoiding Problem Behaviors: Teach Self Control Backyard Science Biting and Sharing Boosting Kids’ Brain Power Celebrating the diversity of holidays Childcare for Mixed Ages Children’s Learning Differences Dealing with Children’s Anger and Yours Dramatic Play Eating Times—Food is more than Eating Fighting Obesity through Active Play Getting Parents Involved Good Circle Times How to Get Parents on Your Team How to Turn good Play into GREAT Play How to Work with Active Children I am Moving I am Learning Improving Child Care Spaces Improving Skills in Observing Improving Transition Times I Want, I Want, I Want…Building Good Consumers Keeping Children Healthy & Safe Keeping Kids Safe on the Playground Learning Disabled Child & the Challenged Learner Learning Disabilities: Discipline
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Learning Disabilities: Social Skill Math for Every Age Music for the Non-Musical Obese Kids: They are what they eat Parents: Friends or Foes? Personnel Issues & Hiring New Childcare Staff Pets in Childcare Problem Solving with Children Science for Young Thinkers See as a Child & Feel as a Child Separation & Loss Sparking Kids’ Curiosity Teaching Respect in Early Childhood Education Toddlers: Terrible or Terrific Ups & Downs of Outdoor Play Using Computers in Childcare Using Puppets What Children need to Know to Start School What does Time mean to children? When is Behavior Ok? –Preventing Problem Behaviors Working with Wood
B. Parenting/Family/Marriage Programs
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Anger Management RETHINK model Building Positive Marriages Building Self Esteem in Children Conflict Management for the Family: Children, Teens & Adults Connecting For Baby Cultural Perspectives on Parenting (& Cross-cultural Work with Parents) Developing Optimistic Skills in Families & Divorce Five Love Languages of Children & Teens Grandparents & Relatives…Parenting Again
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HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Managing Work & Life Marriage Garden Parenting Journey Parenting Teens Positive Discipline: Getting Children to Mind without losing your own Positive Parenting Surviving Holiday Stress
Humor & Other Interesting Things Legends, Lies, & Stereotypes of American History Music & Dance of the Ozarks Ozarks Sayings & Ozarks Place Names WWII Fighter Pilot Personal Stories
A regularly updated list of programs is available at
Teen Programs Experiential Learning through Games & Challenge Activities Reduce the Risk of Pregnancy/STDs/ Drugs
http://extension.missouri.edu/greene.
Senior or Aging Programs; Healthy Living Programs Cancer Education & Coping with Cancer Chronic Disease Self-Management Creativity & the Aging Brain Death & Dying Issues Exercising & Enhancing Your Intimacy & Sexuality for Older Adults Loss & Aging Mind-Body Relationship & Health Myths & Realities of Aging Spiritual Passages: Unique Reflections for Adult Life Challenges Suffering & Spirituality: When Bad Things Happen to Good People Surviving Depression Surviving Life Transitions & Passages Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate? Local Interest Programs Environmental Spirituality Principles (& applications to Water) Everyday Life in the Ozarks: Then to Now
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ABOUT COURSE CATALOG This catalog contains what we call “hip pocket” programs. Our specialists can easily present these programs to groups that arrange for the program.
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HUMAN DEVELOPMENT CHILDREN
Discipline Sibling Rivalry Children’s Fears Toy Safety Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Children’s Ages and Stages Children and Divorce Raising Responsible Children Children’s Learning Differences Separation Anxiety Helping Children Succeed in School Autism Childcare Provider Training
TEENS
Teen Pregnancy Prevention Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Building a Positive Self-Esteem Character Education Teen Growth and Development Leadership Development HIV/AIDS (Reducing the risk and “Get Real About Aids” curriculum)
COUPLES AND FAMILIES
Renette Wardlow Christian County Tel: (417) 581-3558 E-mail:
[email protected] Started with Extension:
January 1987 Education: Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in human development and family studies from University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Relevant past employment: Came to extension right after graduating from college.
SENIOR CITIZENS Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Coping with Loneliness Aging Issues Coping with Change
Positive Attitude Job Burnout Values Decision Making Coping with Change Personality Profile Stress Management Depression and Suicide Anger Management (Rethink) Getting Along with Difficult People Parenting Motivation Job Readiness Birth Order
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FAMILY FINANCIAL EDUCATION Money Management Choices in Tough Economic Times- A basic money management workshop on budgeting, credit, and sound money management for living with less.
Nellie Lamers Taney County Tel: (417) 546-4431 E-mail:
[email protected]
Financial Strategies for Unemployed Seminar – Take Control of Your Finances. Taxpayer Education - MO Tax Educational programs inform families about the Earned Income Tax Credit and help low income families with budgets and financial education. When Creditors are Predators – Participants learn to understand predatory lending, how to protect against it and find alternatives. ID Theft -Protecting Your Privacy – A seminar on what you can do to protect your financial, medical and telecommunications privacy including protecting yourself from Financial Fraud and Identify Theft. America/Missouri Saves - Learn ways to save and build wealth to achieve financial goals. Estate Planning - Learn how to get your financial affairs in order - designed to help you evaluate your legal health and estate plans. Investor Education - Safe Guard Your Savings - The Basics of Saving and Investing workshop is designed to help youth and adults take charge of their personal finances and plan for their financial future. Investor education includes saving and investment options, financial/investment plans, selecting financial advisors and investor protection.
Started with Extension: January 1999 Education: Bachelor’s degree in business and marketing, University of Missouri – Columbia; Master's in educational technology from University of Missouri – Columbia (2003). Responsibilities: Provides educational information on topics such as money management, credit, insurance, investments and savings, estate planning, time management, and general consumer education/protection issues in Taney, Christian and Greene counties. Lamers also works with the VITA volunteers in Taney and Christian counties.
members. The program addresses a five step process and care giving information resources. Financial Security – “Financial Fitness”, “Financial Record keeping”, or “Legally Secure Your Financial Future” seminars. Learn how to navigate the road to financial security in later life by making informed financial decisions along the way.
Prepare to Care - A program designed for employers and family members to create a caregiving plan for aging parent or family
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NUTRITION & HEALTH EDUCATION Nutrition and Health Education is part of MU Extension’s focus area of human environmental sciences. Included is the Family Nutrition Education Program. FNEP provides programming that meets your clients' needs considering age, culture, reading level and abilities. Lessons with hands-on activities are designed for youth and the adults that support them, pregnant teens, and immigrant populations.
Dr. Pamela Duitsman FNEP Office Suite F200, 2160 W. Chesterfield Blvd., Springfield, Mo 65807 Tel: 417-886-2059 Nutrition and Health Education Specialist and Director of the Family Nutrition Education Program for southwest Missouri E-mail:
[email protected]
NUTRITION SUPPORT Cindy Edmondson FNEP Office, Suite F200, 2160 W. Chesterfield Blvd., Springfield, Mo 65807 Tel: 417-886-2059 E-mail:
[email protected] Started in 1990
Teresa Deford FNEP Office, Suite F200, 2160 W. Chesterfield Blvd., Springfield, Mo 65807 Tel: 417-886-2059 E-mail:
[email protected] Started in 2003
Started with Extension: Nov. 1, 2009 Education background: PhD and master’s degrees from Iowa State University. Relevant past employment: Regional director and director of programs for the American Cancer Society; nutritionist for St. John’s Health Systems, and nutrition specialist for MU Extension 1997-2000.
Family Nutrition Education Program 2160 W. Chesterfield Blvd. Suite F200 Chesterfield Village Springfield, Mo. Tel: 417-886-2059 Call the office to inquire about nutrition education.
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Edmondson
DeFord Specialists with this focus can help with: diet and health resource management food buying and storage reading food labels “Stay Strong, Stay Healthy” program “Dining with Diabetes” food preparation food preservation weight control food, nutrition and health frauds misleading nutritional claims in advertising “A New You” “Cooking for One or Two” food composition safe food handling My Plate feeding infants, children “Think Your Drink” “When Parents Won’t Eat”
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NUTRITION PROGRAM ASSISTANTS/ASSOCIATES Nutrition Specialists go Where the Need Exists Nutrition specialists and assistants with University of Missouri Extension make a habit of doing their teaching at the place where the need exists. For example, in Greene County, nutrition assistants, associates and specialists can be found teaching about nutrition in public elementary schools, at the Pregnancy Care Center, the Parenting Life Skills Center, Greene County (WIC) and some area Headstarts. Special outreach efforts are made when opportunities present themselves according to Dr. Pam Duitsman, nutrition specialist, University of Missouri Extension. In Greene County alone, the Family Nutrition Education Program made 8,384 direct contacts, plus 2,230 indirect contacts, and an additional 210 family contacts during the months of January and February, 2012. Greene County nutrition assistants presented programs at the following schools and agencies in Greene County: Amazing Kids Day Care; Boys & Girls Club; Carol Jones Recover Center; Central Assembly Food Pantry; The Champion Center; Crosslines Food Pantry; Eastland Farmers Market; Fair Grove Middle School; Hand Extended Food Pantry; The Kitchen; Logan-Rogersville Primary, 1st grade; Pregnancy Care Center; The Rare Breed; Reed Academy; Sherer House; Victory House; Victory Mission Food Pantry; Well of Life Food Pantry; Willard Central Elementary, K and the Willard WIC. MU Extension nutrition specialists, assistants and associated also presented nutrition education at the following Springfield schools: Bailey Alternative School, Cowden 3rd -5th grades, Holland 3rd -5th grades, Jarrett Middle School, Jeffries K-2nd grades, Mark Twain 3rd -5th grades, McGregor Pre-K -5th grades, Pittman 2nd and 3rd grades, Sequiota K-1st grades, Shady Dell Early Childhood, Sherwood K -5th grades, Study Middle School, Westport K-5th grades.
Nevatt
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Family Nutrition Education Program 2160 W. Chesterfield Blvd. Suite F200 Chesterfield Village, Springfield, Mo. Tel: 417-886-2059 Call the office to inquire about nutrition education.
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FAMILY NUTRITION PROGRAM Fall Nutrition Classes at Price Cutter Grocery Store University of Missouri Extension’s Family Nutrition Education Program and Price Cutter grocery stores have expanded their joint effort to help teach customers about nutrition, food safety and food budgeting. Classes are held in the stateof-the-art Taste Culinary Arts classroom located inside the Price Cutter Store on the corner of Republic Road and Kansas Expressway in Springfield Classes are about 90 minutes and will consist of a lecture, discussion and a food demonstration with samples. Upcoming scheduled classes are as follows: 10 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 16: “Smart Nutrition for Families.” A great class for Nevatt new families, or simply for those who want to eat healthier, this informative session will show you easy, affordable ways to add more fruits and vegetables to your diet. 10 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 19: “Eating Smart: Make Half Your Grains Whole.” Participants will learn how to identify whole grain foods using food labels and how to add a greater variety of whole grains to meals and snacks. The class menu includes No-Bake Breakfast Bar and Zesty Veggie Pasta Salad. 10 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 18: “Eat Smart: Build Strong Bones.” In this lesson, participants will learn how to choose and prepare low-fat and fat free dairy foods that are also a good source of calcium. The class menu includes Stove Top Lasagna and Pumped Up Pudding. 10 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 15: “Eating Smart: Go Lean with Protein.” This class will cover a variety of information related to choosing foods that are an excellent source of protein. Participants will learn about different sources of protein and how to prepare them in ways to reduce fat. Class menu includes Pumpkin and Bean Soup and Peanut Butter Treats. These scheduled classes are free but pre-registration is required and seating is limited to 18 per session. Anyone interested in attending can sign up on the Price Cutter website at http:// www.pricecutteronline.com/blog/topics/events. "MU Extension aims to educate and empower people in the community, so a partnership between MU Extension’s Family Nutrition Education Program and Price Cutter just makes sense,” said Jenni Nevatt, a nutrition program associate with MU Extension. “This will allow us to be able to reach a large audience and make a bigger impact as we work to teach families how to make healthier choices." Price Cutter is the only supermarket chain both locally and employee owned, operating 13 stores in the greater Springfield area. Its Taste Culinary classroom offers a full schedule of classes tailored for both adults and children, covering topics such as basic food preparation skills, ethnic cuisine and seasonal food favorites.
Family Nutrition Education Program 2160 W. Chesterfield Blvd. Suite F200 Chesterfield Village, Springfield, Mo. Tel: 417-886-2059 Call the office to inquire about nutrition education.
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NUTRITION & HEALTH EDUCATION Christeena Haynes
Stay Strong Stay Healthy- A strength training program for people above the age of 40. Meets for 1 hour weekly for 10 weeks to complete a series of eight exercises with a warm-up and cool down. It is rare for a person to not see improvement in strength, flexibility or balance after taking this class. Fee: $25-40 Eat Well Be Well with Diabetes- A 4-week course designed to help people with selfmanagement of diabetes. Participants meet once per week for 2 hours. Conversation maps are used to spark conversation and problem solving among participants. Food demonstrations of healthful and diabetic friendly recipes with tasting are a part of class. Fee: $25-50 Chronic Disease Self-Management- This is a 6-week course for anyone with any type of chronic condition. Participants meet once per week for 1 ½-2 hours to discuss the diseases and the impact they have on their lives. Topics include dealing with difficult emotions, nutrition, physical activity, pain and fatigue management, communication and working with your physician. Participants set and report on goals each week. A grant pays the fees and expenses for this class. Taking Care of You- An 8-session stress management program for adults of any age. It is designed to help participants reduce stress levels and improve lifestyle behaviors. Participants will learn about concepts and practical strategies they can use in their daily lives to better deal with life’s challenges/stress through discussions, mini-lectures, and experiential opportunities. Program participants are provided opportunities to practice strategies during sessions and are encouraged to use program strategies outside of class. Fee: $25-50
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Dallas County Tel: (417) 345-7551 E-mail:
[email protected] Started with Extension: January 2011 Education: Bachelor’s and master’s degrees in family and consumer sciences, with an emphasis on dietetics and nutrition, from the University of Central Arkansas.
A Matter of Balance- An 8-session program focused on preventing falls among adults and seniors. During the class, participants learn to view falls and fear of falling as controllable and set realistic goals for increasing activity. They find ways to change their environment to reduce fall risk factors and learn simple exercises to increase strength and balance. Fee: $25-50 Other sessions that can be offered: No Time No Money Healthy Holiday Meals Food Safety for Seniors Maintaining Healthy Habits How to Read a Food Label Nutrition and Aging Food Allergy (for educators) Diabetes Basics Weight Loss- The Good the Bad and the Ugly Childhood Obesity Brain Food: Dodging Dementia with Diet Grocery Store Tours
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HOUSING & ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN HOME - Home Ownership Made Easier: Target Audiences: Habitat for Humanity; USDA home lending applicants (former FHA loans); Referrals from Missouri Housing Partnership (MHP); 1st time or re-entering homebuyers
Jeff Barber
HomeWorks: Target Audiences: Habitat for Humanity - Continuing Education; 1st time or re-entering homebuyers; Homeowners interested in Healthy Homes & Energy Efficiency Potential realtor continuing education
Started with Extension: September 2005
Healthy Indoor Air for America’s Homes: Target Audiences: Habitat for Humanity Continuing Education; Persons interested in Healthy Homes Community Revitalization and Sustainability: Target Audiences: Communities in need of Vision-to-Action; Support for Community Entrepreneurship & Economic Development Affordable Housing Through Community Partnership: Target Audiences: Communities in need of integrated solutions; CBDO’s (Community Based Development Organizations); Neighborhood Associations Talks available on the following topics: Sustainability Smart Growth Alternative / Renewable Energy Energy Efficiency Low Cost, No Cost Energy Savers LEED & Performance based buildings Building Technology - Conventional, Emerging, Natural & Indigenous ICF’s (Insulated Concrete Form) Design & Construction Disaster Resistant Building Design &
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Greene County Tel: (417) 881-8909 E-mail:
[email protected]
Education: Barber earned a master of architecture from the University of Oklahoma, with an emphasis in architectural building technology and sustainable design. He has a Bachelor’s in art and architecture from Drury University. Relevant past employment: Barber has been an architect since 1993. Projects have included single and multi-family dwellings, retail buildings, churches, schools, banks, hospitals and the fire station and storm shelter in Pearce City. He has taught at the University of Missouri-Columbia, as well Missouri State University, Drury University and the University of Oklahoma. Partners: Barber partners with Drury University, Project Core and the Ozarks Greene Building Coalition for a majority of his programs and projects.
Construction RentSmart - Landlord / Tenant Training Disaster Readiness & Preparation Universal Design - Aging-in-Place CoHousing: Multi-Generational, Senior, Eco Villages Increasing public value for sustainable human environments and global impact Community Development - Building capacity for Sustainable Change PACE - Property Assessed Clean Energy (Energy Financing Districts) Project CoRE (Construction – Rehabilitation – Education)
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4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Velynda Cameron
4-H Clubs/Projects: 4-H Goal Setting – Setting goals is an important life skill that youth learn through club and project work. This workshop can be adapted to meet the needs of the 4-H Club or the 4-H Project group. Financial Management 4-H Policy – Protecting the good name of 4-H is important. Clubs learn in this hands-on interactive workshop how to handle monies and a checkbook by following the established 4-H financial policy.
Stated with Extension: June 9, 2008.
Parliamentary Procedure – Members will have FUN exploring parliamentary procedure in this interactive workshop. By making a trail mix snack, youth learn together the purpose of making motions, group discussion and voting. Show-Me Quality Assurance – Designed for 4-H and FFA youth, The Show Me Quality Assurance (SMQA) Program emphasizes good management practices in the handling and use of animal health products, and encourages youth to review their approach to their animal’s health and care. \
4-H Volunteers and Youth Leaders: 4-H Volunteer Orientation – A required orientation for adults age 21 and over who wish to serve as a 4-H Youth Volunteer. Role of the 4-H Club Leader; 4-H Project Leader; or 4-H Clover Kid Leader – The role of the volunteer will be explained in this two hour workshop. Resources available to the leader will be shared.
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Greene County Tel: (417) 881-8909 E-mail:
[email protected]
Education background: Bachelors in consumer and family studies with an emphasis in child and family development from Missouri State University; a master’s in education with an emphasis in reading, also from MSU. Relevant past employment: 4-H parent volunteer/project leader/group leader for 10 plus years in Hickory County; part-time youth program assistant in Dallas County for one year; Director of MSU – University Child Care Center (Laboratory school) for seven years; Instructor at OTC in early childhood development for 10 years.
4-H Goal Setting – Setting goals is an important life skill that youth learn through club and project work. This workshop can be adapted to meet the needs of the 4-H Club or the 4-H Project group. Experiential Learning – Youth and adults learn best through interactive, hands-on learning opportunities. This workshop will explain the theory behind the process of experiential learning. Cost Free to 4-H groups - $15 per person for others. Working with and Inspiring Volunteers – Tips and tools for getting and keeping dedicated volunteers. Cost – Free to 4-H groups - $15 per person for others.
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4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Afterschool and Child Care Programming:
Hatching Chicks in the Classroom – This course is designed to provide elementary students with knowledge on the chicken's egg, its importance to man, and its role in reproduction of the species through classroom incubation and embryonic development projects. Classroom activities to enhance programs in science, language arts, mathematics, and social studies are included. Cost to rent one incubator and provided materials is $20.
The Mandated Reporter of Child Abuse and Neglect – The Missouri statute for reporting child abuse and neglect will be discussed. This workshop is relevant for adults who work with children and youth in child care, after school programs, clubs, camps etc. Cost $15 per person. Sensory Integration – An introduction to sensory integration – the process of the brain by which sensory input is organized so that it can be used appropriately. This workshop will help those working with youth to understand the sometimes “misunderstood behaviors of kids.” Behavior modification strategies will be discussed. Cost $15 per person. Character Critters – Character education has been identified as a key need for our citizens in America. Many believe that providing character education for all of our children at home, in school and in our communities can help our nation. In keeping with this growing recognition that character education is critically needed for our young children and youth, Character Critters was developed by the LSU AgCenter for preschool and kindergarten children. Twelve sessions is included in this comprehensive character education program. Cost is $1.50 per student per session.
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The Intentional Teacher – The impact of the intentional teacher will be discussed including; goal setting, program planning and program implementation. The focus of this workshop is the connection between intentionality, programming and quality when providing programs for young children and youth. Cost $15 per person. Ethics and the Youth Development Professional – Guidelines for responsible behavior for resolving the principal ethical dilemmas that might be encountered when working with children and youth will be presented. An interactive discussion will provide examples of plausible solutions to sometimes difficult situations. Cost $15 per person. Other topics pertaining to afterschool/child care programming can be provided upon request at a fee of $15 per person.
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SOUTHWEST REGION NEWS SERVICE & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEWS, MARKETING, & SOCIAL MEDIA
David Burton
YOU ARE THE EDITOR! Examine media ethics with real-life case studies from the Ozarks and compare those to the journalists “Code of Ethics.” – 45 minute workshop / Cost $35
Civic Communication Specialist Greene County Tel: (417) 881-8909 E-mail:
[email protected]
JOURNALISM IN MAYBERRY. Learn the key aspects of community journalism with discussion and "Opie's Newspaper" -- Episode 153 of the Andy Griffith Show which originally in 1965. – 45 minute workshop / Cost $35 WORKING WITH NEWS MEDIA. Learn to approach media relations in a strategic fashion and take the first steps toward setting media relations goals. – 45 minute workshop / Cost $50
Started with Extension: November 2001 Education: Bachelor’s in journalism and political science from Drury University (1988); Master’s in marketing communications from Drury University (2001).
WHEN THE MEDIA CALL. When the call comes, remember you aren’t having a conversation with the reporter. Force yourself to think beyond the reporter to the people who need this information. – 45 minute workshop / Cost $50
Relevant past employment: Managing editor of weekly newspaper in Willard, Mo. (1989 – 1993); assistant director of alumni and development office, Missouri State University (19931997); public relations specialist at Associated Electric Cooperative, Springfield, (1997 – 2001).
WORD OF MOUTH MARKETING. Overview of this marketing concept, its effectiveness, and ideas on how to put this powerful tool to work for you! – 45 minute workshop / Cost $50
Responsibilities: Southwest Region News Service is a weekly educational news service for MU Extension in southwest Missouri. Subscribe online at http://extension.missouri.edu/greene.
USING SOCIAL MEDIA IN DISASTER RECOVERY. Based on the nationally circulated publication (of the same name) and was coauthored by David Burton. Learn what made social media so effective following the tornados that hit Joplin in 2011 and Branson in 2012.— 45 minute workshop / Cost $50
HERITAGE TOURISM CREATING AN ORAL HISTORY. Learn how to organize and record a professional oral history project for family members or individuals with a shared experience. MU Extension publication, “A History of Me” are provided to participants. – 2 hour workshop / Cost $75
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PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE OF ONEROOM SCHOOLS IN THE OZARKS. Join David Burton, author of the book, "A History of Rural Schools in Greene County, Mo." as he uses a photo presentation of one-room schools in Ozarks to detail the qualities that helped country schools fulfill their mission despite a lack of amenities and the lessons we can learn from them today. Additional books and materials are available for sale. – 45 minute workshop / Cost $35
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Greene County Extension Budget Crisis
2012 Cuts Serious to Greene County Extension Program In 2012, the Greene County Commission allocated just $10,000 for the operation of the Greene County Extension Center. That amount has resulted in changes to the local County Extension office and a reduction in programs. More cuts will be needed by the end of this year without support from the community and the County Commission. The Greene County Extension Council recognizes that Greene County is in a difficult financial situation and is asking all departments to cut 10%. The local Extension Council wants to do its part to help with that financial stress. However, a $10,000 yearly allocation (a 90% budget cut) is not sustain-able for the Greene County Extension Center. FUNDING BACKGROUND FACTS Greene County funds office operations for Extension in Greene County. The University of Missouri fully funds the salaries, benefits, training, and computer support, for specialists in Greene County and a regional office. County funds are used to pay administrative assistants and expenses like the telephone, copies, some postage and local travel for programs. In 2009, the County allocated $95,000 to Greene County Extension as part of an annual operations budget of $115,000. In 2010, the County Commission voted to allocate $27,000 to the local office. The Commission repeated the allocation of $27,000 (a 72% percent cut from previous years) with the 2011 budget also. By state law, every County funds a local Extension office with minimum of $10,000. That amount was set in 1961 and would actually need to be $71,000 now to have the same buying power. Annually, specialists from the Greene County Extension Center provide educational programs for 25,000 + residents of Greene County and generate about $10,000 as part of the office budget. BUDGET OUTLOOK & CUTS MADE The Extension Council has instituted many cuts and revenue generating ideas over the past 2 or 3 years. The Greene County Extension Council cut a full-time youth assistant position. The Council cut 2.5 secretarial jobs (out of 3.5) during the previous three years. The Extension Council has cut the office budget, asking employees to cover expenses themselves and using reserves operate. The Greene County Extension Center is located in the Botanical Center (a Park Board owned facil-ity). This was part of a promise made to county taxpayers prior to approving the 2006 parks tax. GREENE COUNTY COMMISSION 933 N. Robberson The County Commissioners have been great finan- Springfield, MO 65802 cial supporters of Greene County Extension for Phone: (417) 868-4112 many years because they have seen the value of those programs for all county taxpayers. Members The Greene County Commission is the executive of the Greene County Extension Council are doing body of Greene County operating under guidelines what they can to make sure the local Extension established in the Revised Statutes of the State of office remains viable for county residents. Missouri. The county commission is comprised of three elected officials who serve four-year terms. For more information on the specific impact of Jim Viebrock, Presiding Commissioner county Extension programs or details on our budg- Harold Bengsch, Associate Commissioner Dist. 1 et cut, see the Greene County Extension website at Roseann Bentley, Associate Commissioner Dist. 2 extension.missouri.edu/greene.
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University of Missouri Extension
Greene County A small sampling of the many assorted educational programs available in this county from MU Extension.
Greene County 4-H
Master Gardeners
Over 120 volunteer leaders and 300 youth form different 4-H clubs in the county.
Our 300 trained Master Gardeners conduct all types of educational lawn and garden programs.
Family Nutrition Education Contact the office about our many varied nutrition programs for children and adults.
One-Room School Project Ozarks Country School Assoc. members work with MU Extension to preserve one-room schools as a means of community and economic development.
O.C.S.A. Founded 2010
Office located inside the Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center
Come visit our new location.
2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, Mo. 65807 Tel: (417) 881-8909 Fax (417) 881-8058. Office hours: Monday - Friday * 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Online at http://extension.missouri.edu/greene Subscribe to our free emailed news service for weekly information and program updates.
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