2008 - 2009 In-Service Descriptions
We're proud to offer the following in-service opportunities for the 2008-2009 year and this page is designed to categorize the in-services in four broad categories that should help staff and supervisors develop appropriate professional development plans. Although most of these opportunities are offered by our own staff, we also list national, regional, and local workshops and conferences that are of interest. Professional development plans should be developed with both Extension-sponsored and non-Extension opportunities as appropriate.
Note: Many of the in-services offered are listed multiple times because they fit under several categories. This page is not a registration page. In order to sign up for in-services, you must go to the In-services sign up page and indicate which in-services you plan to attend.
Description of categories:
- Administrative - Workshops or in-services designed specifically for those who are supervisors, COAs, or others performing administrative duties are included in this category.
- Core Competencies - Workshops or in-services that strengthen skills required of all Extension professionals – program development & evaluation, marketing/promotion, technology, volunteer management, grantsmanship, etc. are just a few examples of in-services related to core competencies.
- New Staff - Workshops or in-services open to all but designed specifically for new (first 1-2 years) Extension staff.
- Discipline Specific - Workshops or in-services that support specific program area or discipline skills and knowledge. Food safety issues, weed identification, wildlife habitat, marine science, and livestock production are examples.
Communities and Consequences: Understanding New Hampshire's Human Ecology
November 10, 2008; 10:00 am – 12 noon
All Pic-Tel sitesPeter Francese, co-author of the book and film "Communities and Consequences: The Unbalancing of New Hampshire's Human Ecology," will show the film he and Lorraine Stuart Merrill made on the PicTel network and then lead a discussion of its relevance to Extension's work in all areas of programming. This will originate at Taylor Hall.
Contact: Malcolm Smith, malcolm.smith@unh.edu, 862-7008
Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
May 12, 2009 – all day, location: Concord NH
This annual conference sponsored by Volunteer NH! is designed to assist non-profits, state agencies, schools, faith based organizations and private businesses develop or enhance programs largely supported by volunteer efforts.
Contact: Paula Gregory (for Rep. Carolyn Gargasz, Conference Chair), paula.gregory@unh.edu, 862-2909
Project Evaluation
July 9 and 10, 2009, 9:00 am - 4 pm
Location: Urban Forestry Center, Portsmouth, NH
Trainers from NOAA Coastal Service Center will be coming to New Hampshire to offer their new training in project evaluation. This 2-day training elaborates on their Project Design and Evaluation (PD&E) course with an emphasis on evaluation. A full description is forthcoming.
Contact: Julia Peterson, julia.peterson@unh.edu, 603-749-1565
New Staff Training Bi-Monthly Series: UNHCE Committees & University Resources
(CANCELED)
September 24, 2008; 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Merrimack County Extension Office, Boscawen NHLearn about the Extension Educator Committee (EEC), Recognition Committee, and other opportunities to support the organization through committee work. We’ll also provide an overview of important UNH resources, like accessing the library databases, parking on campus, etc.
Contact: Lisa Townson, lisa.townson@unh.edu; 862-1031
Essentials of Risk Management for Non-Profits Conference
October 28, 2008; 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Grappone Center, Concord NHThis inservice will cover the essential element of risk management when working with volunteers. Workshop topics will include, screening volunteer applicants, financial management, strategic board development, cyber liability and internet security, labor laws and how they affect volunteer programs, risk-free rules and tools for lobbying and advocacy, insurance – automobile and workers compensation, dismissing volunteers and managing the risk of raising money, ethics and risk management for non profits.
Contact: Debbie Cheever, deborah.cheever@unh.edu, 225-5505 or Nancy Evans, nancy.evans@unh.edu, 225-5505
Communities and Consequences: Understanding New Hampshire's Human Ecology
November 10, 2008; 10:00 am – 12 noon
All Pic-Tel sitesPeter Francese, co-author of the book and film "Communities and Consequences: The Unbalancing of New Hampshire's Human Ecology," will show the film he and Lorraine Stuart Merrill made on the PicTel network and then lead a discussion of its relevance to Extension's work in all areas of programming. This will originate at Taylor Hall.
Contact: Malcolm Smith, malcolm.smith@unh.edu, phone: 862-7008
Social Justice Educator Training: A Workshop with UNH Colleagues on Equity and Diversity
December 8, 2008, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm, NHHEAF Network, 4 Barrel Court, Concord NH
The Social Justice Educator Training (SJE) is a professional development opportunity for UNH faculty, and staff to further diversity awareness, knowledge and skill sets allowing for critical analysis of the services we provide, and of the relational dynamics we seek in a diverse institution. We will explore "social justice" via personal and institutional lenses to analyze: power and privilege, discrimination and prejudice, inclusion and equity through the multiple social identities of race, gender, sexual orientation, class, nationality, ethnicity, ability (physical and mental), religion, etc. This process will include open and honest discussions, readings, and interactive/experiential activities in a respectful environment.
Contact: Geoffrey Njue, geoffrey.njue@unh.edu, 749-4445
Reports from the On-line Reporting System - Getting the Most Out of It!
Facilitation Skills and Participatory Decision-Making ToolsDecember 11 , 2008; 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
Merrimack County Office, Boscawen NHThis in-service will teach you to pull useful reports from the on-line reporting system - reports to help you with your annual accomplishment report, performance review, county reports and more. Plan to bring a lap top computer if you have one as this will be a hands-on session. (Computers will be available to those without a lap top).
Contact: Lisa Townson, lisa.townson@unh.edu; 862-1031
Merrimack County Extension office, Boscawen NH
This is a series of 4 workshops: February 12, March 12, April 10 and May 14 (June 11 snow date); 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Participants will gain skills in group process and management, community involvement techniques and conflict resolution. Workshops will be interactive and participants will receive a CD of reference materials. Participants should plant to attend all 4 dates and need to register under the February 12 listing.
Contact: Michele Gagne, michele.gagne@unh.edu, 862-5046
Whatever" .....Focus on Youth Issues and Trends
March 24, 2009 – all day, location: TBA
Ask a youth for an opinion and you may get the classic "whatever" response. Dig beneath that shrug and you may discover a complex web of challenges, concerns, dreams, or disappointments. This workshop will explore current research, policies, and economic and social trends influencing the development of youth. Participants will identify opportunities for both classic and non-traditional approaches for the 4-H youth development program.
Contact: Paula Gregory, paula.gregory@unh.edu, 862-2909
Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
May 12, 2009 – all day, Concord NH
This annual conference sponsored by Volunteer NH! is designed to assist non-profits, state agencies, schools, faith based organizations and private businesses develop or enhance programs largely supported by volunteer efforts.
Contact: Paula Gregory (for Rep. Carolyn Gargasz, Conference Chair), paula.gregory@unh.edu, 862-2909
Project Evaluation
July 9 and 10, 2009, 9:00 am - 4 p.m.
Location: Urban Forestry Center, Portsmouth, NH
Trainers from NOAA Coastal Service Center will be coming to New Hampshire to offer their new training in project evaluation. This 2-day training elaborates on their Project Design and Evaluation (PD&E) course with an emphasis on evaluation. A full description is forthcoming.
Contact: Julia Peterson, julia.peterson@unh.edu, 603-749-1565
New Staff Training Bi-Monthly Series: UNHCE Committees & University Resources
(CANCELED)
September 24, 2008; 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Merrimack County Extension Office, Boscawen NHLearn about the Extension Educator Committee (EEC), Recognition Committee, and other opportunities to support the organization through committee work. We’ll also provide an overview of important UNH resources, like accessing the library databases, parking on campus, etc.
Contact: Lisa Townson, lisa.townson@unh.edu, 862-1031
Communities and Consequences: Understanding New Hampshire's Human Ecology
November 10, 2008; 10:00 am – 12 noon
All Pic-Tel sitesPeter Francese, co-author of the book and film "Communities and Consequences: The Unbalancing of New Hampshire's Human Ecology," will show the film he and Lorraine Stuart Merrill made on the PicTel network and then lead a discussion of its relevance to Extension's work in all areas of programming. This will originate at Taylor Hall.
Contact: Malcolm Smith, malcolm.smith@unh.edu, phone: 862-7008
Social Justice Educator Training: A Workshop with UNH Colleagues on Equity and Diversity
December 8, 2008, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm, NHHEAF Network, 4 Barrel Court, Concord NH
The Social Justice Educator Training (SJE) is a professional development opportunity for UNH faculty, and staff to further diversity awareness, knowledge and skill sets allowing for critical analysis of the services we provide, and of the relational dynamics we seek in a diverse institution. We will explore "social justice" via personal and institutional lenses to analyze: power and privilege, discrimination and prejudice, inclusion and equity through the multiple social identities of race, gender, sexual orientation, class, nationality, ethnicity, ability (physical and mental), religion, etc. This process will include open and honest discussions, readings, and interactive/experiential activities in a respectful environment.
Contact: Geoffrey Njue, geoffrey.njue@unh.edu, 749-4445
Reports from the On-line Reporting System - Getting the Most Out of It!
December 11 , 2008; 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
Merrimack County Office, Boscawen NHThis in-service will teach you to pull useful reports from the on-line reporting system - reports to help you with your annual accomplishment report, performance review, county reports and more. Plan to bring a lap top computer if you have one as this will be a hands-on session. (Computers will be available to those without a lap top).
Contact: Lisa Townson, lisa.townson@unh.edu; 862-1031
Facilitation Skills and Participatory Decision-Making Tools
9:00 am - 3:30 pm, Merrimack County Extension office, Boscawen NH
This is a series of 4 workshops: February 12, March 12, April 10 and May 14 (June 11 snow date)
Participants will gain skills in group process & management, community involvement techniques and conflict resolution.Workshops will be interactive and participants will receive a CD of reference materials. Participants should plant to attend all 4 dates and need to register under the February 12 listing.
Contact: Michele Gagne, michele.gagne@unh.edu, 862-5046
Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
May 12, 2009 – all day, Concord NH
This annual conference sponsored by Volunteer NH! is designed to assist non-profits, state agencies, schools, faith based organizations and private businesses develop or enhance programs largely supported by volunteer efforts.
Contact: Paula Gregory (for Rep. Carolyn Gargasz, Conference Chair), paula.gregory@unh.edu, 862-2909
Project Evaluation
July 9 and 10 , 2009, 9:00 am - 4 pm
Location: Urban Forestry Center, Portsmouth, NH
Trainers from NOAA Coastal Service Center will be coming to New Hampshire to offer their new training in project evaluation. This 2-day training elaborates on their Project Design and Evaluation (PD&E) course with an emphasis on evaluation. A full description is forthcoming.
Contact: Julia Peterson, julia.peterson@unh.edu, 603-749-1565
4-H Youth Development
Unique Families: In Laws and Out Laws
September 30, 2008; 9:30 am – 12 noon
All Pic-Tel locationsWe will watch the film "In Laws and Out Laws," a documentary about gay, lesbian, and heterosexual relationships and have a discussion about how to keep our concept of "family" open and honest. Keryn Kriegal, Parenting Program Director for Families First, has been invited to join us.
Contact: Malcolm Smith, malcolm.smith@unh.edu, 862-7008
Installing a Rain Garden
October 6, 2008, 12 noon - 4 p.m., Concord NH
Roll up your sleeves and help install a rain garden in the coastal watershed! Rain gardens are depressions in the ground that are planted with perennials and shrubs and function as attractive stormwater management features. Communities across the state are looking for assistance with planning and installing rain gardens, and more engineering firms and landscapers are including them in residential and commercial designs.
Emma Melvin of Vermont Sea Grant has installed dozens of rain gardens in VT with the help of volunteers. She'll be leading this inservice training which will equip you with the information and experience to lead rain garden installations with community groups, landscapers, Master Gardeners, watershed groups, lake associations, youth and other volunteers in New Hampshire.
Prepare to spend about 1 hour in the classroom and 2-3 hours outdoors digging, planting and mulching.
Contact: Julia Peterson, julia.peterson@unh.edu, 603-749-1565
New Hampshire Work/Family Summit: NH Legislative Task Force on Work and Family
October 29, 2008; 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Holiday Inn, Concord, NHThis will be the first NH Work/Family Balance Summit, conducted in conjunction with the NH Legislature. Best practices in balancing work and family, detailed discussions of barriers to healthy family/work balance and current research will be presented.
Contact: Malcolm Smith, malcolm.smith@unh.edu, 862-7008
Financial Freedom in 50 Years Simulation Training
November 6, 2008; 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
Merrimack County Office, Boscawen NHThis curriculum is designed to teach high school students about investing. It consists of a series of modules designed to be used sequentially. Learn how to implement this simulation with youth, train teachers and youth leaders in this simulation and at the same time determine if there is a use with adult audiences in your county.
Contact: Suzann Enzian Knight, suzann.knight@unh.edu, 862-0092
Using GPS in 4-H Youth Programs
November 17, 2008; 9:30 am– 3:00 pm
Laconia NHThis workshop is design to train 4-H educators, foresters, and other Extension personnel in the methods, practices and technical applications of GPS/GIS technologies in youth programs. UNHCE Geospatial Technologies and 4-H SET (Science, Engineering & Technology) have developed three sequential GPS/ GIS youth workshops which will be presented.
1. 4-H Kids, GPS & Geocaching- Introduction to using the GPS units, taking waypoints and basic navigation using a treasure hunt activity.
2. 4-H Kids, Points and Pictures- Taking points, Introduction to digital cameras, Linking waypoints and digital photos, using points and photos in Google Earth.
3. 4-H Kids, GIS & Maps- Using GPS data (pictures and points) to create usable maps and organizing and displaying GPS data on maps
By the end of this training you will have the resources needed to run your own 4-H SET GPS/GIS workshop.
Contact: Trent Schriefer: trent.schriefer@unh.edu, 862-3085 or Shane Bradt: shane.bradt@unh.edu, 862-4277
Design It!/Explore It!
December 5 , 2008; 9:30 am– 3:30 pm
Massabesic Audubon Center, Auburn, NHMucking about in science will be the theme of the day as we gather to learn about and try fun, hands-on science activities from Design It!/Explore It! developed by the Education Development Center in Newton, MA and funded by the National Science Foundation. Try a trebuchet, play with Balls and Tracks and get your brain working! While the day will be dedicated to getting you familiar with Design It!/Explore It!, part of it will be spent exploring the methodology and format behind the fun. Come prepared to play on the floor and be ready to explore ways to get things going in 4-H Afterschool and traditional Clubs. Each county will receive a curriculum sampler to take home.
What to wear and bring: Wear clothing suitable for hands on activities. Bring a lunch and something to drink.
Contact: Julia Steed Mawson, julia.mawson@unh.edu, 641-6060
2009 CYFAR Project Quarterly Retreats
- December 12, 2008
- February 6 , 2009
- April 24, 2009
These quarterly retreats provide technical assistance, training and support as CYFAR projects transition to sustainable community programs. Location: Hillsboro and Seabrook.
Contact: Paula Gregory, paula.gregory@unh.edu, 862-2909
4-H After-school Partnership Agreements and Other Tools for Enhancing the Quality of ProgramsJanuary 27, 2009 (Snow date: January 29, 2009); all day
Boscawen office - large meeting roomThis training includes an update on research, state licensing changes, national trends in program accreditation, and training curriculum. Lessons learned from CYFAR and JCPenney 4-H After-school sites, and updates from statewide partners in after-school programming will be incorporated. There will be planning time for future work with after-school providers to increase 4-H participation.
Contact: Paula Gregory, paula.gregory@unh.edu, 862-2909
Up for the Challenge Nutrition Curriculum Inservice
February 10, 2009 ; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (refreshments at 8:30 am)
(Snow date is February 17, 2009)
Merrimack County Extension Office, Boscawen NHA new curriculum "Up for the Challenge, Lifetime Fitness, Healthy Decisions" designed to help enhance fitness, health and nutrition outreach activities for youth, elementary–high school, will be introduced. Participants will experience "hands-on" several of the curriculum activities and each county will receive a copy of the curriculum to take home and be able to integrate into programming. Come in comfortable clothes as participants will be fully engaged in the activities.
Contact: Debbie Cheever, 225-5505, deborah.cheever@unh.edu or Kathy Jablonski, 787-6955, kathleen.jablonski@unh.edu
Every Child in the Garden: and introduction to the Jr. Master Gardener (JMG) Program
February 11, 2009; 9:30 am– 3:30 pm (rescheduled from December 10, 2008) Massabesic Audubon Center, Auburn, NH
Join us during this day long workshop as we introduce the Jr. Master Gardener Program, developed by Texas A& M University. Participants will try hands on activities, learn about the JMG program and brainstorm ideas about how together, we in 4-H, with our Cooperative Extension colleagues and community partners from other youth serving agencies, can encourage more youth centered gardening projects statewide through this national effort. Come prepared to share ideas concerning your own youth gardening experiences, projects and favorite gardening curriculum. A JMG Guide will be provided for each county. At lunch a quick outdoor tour of the 4-H Children’s Teaching Garden will be available.
What to wear and bring: Wear clothing suitable for hands on activities and a brief optional outdoor walk to the garden. Bring a lunch and something to drink.
Contact: Julia Steed Mawson, julia.mawson@unh.edu, 641-6060
"Whatever" .....Focus on Youth Issues and Trends
March 24, 2009 – all day, location: TBA
Ask a youth for an opinion and you may get the classic "whatever" response. Dig beneath that shrug and you may discover a complex web of challenges, concerns, dreams, or disappointments. This workshop will explore current research, policies, and economic and social trends influencing the development of youth. Participants will identify opportunities for both classic and non-traditional approaches for the 4-H youth development program.
Contact: Paula Gregory, paula.gregory@unh.edu, 862-2909
4-H Animal Science Tune-Up
April 28, 2009; 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Merrimack County Extension Office, Boscawen NHThis workshop is designed to help explore changes and tune-up the skills needed for presenting and managing 4-H Animal Science programs. Learn the mechanics of 4-H Animal Science programs which include approval forms, leasing policies, animal identification, emergency plans and superintendent training. A tool kit will be provided with quick tip reference sheets, case studies and resource materials including a web navigation tool to help you and your key volunteers. Tuning-up 4-H Animal Science programs can only make the "best better".
Contact: Trent Schriefer: trent.schriefer@unh.edu, 862-3085
Working with the Limited Resource Audience – Stretching Resources When Times Are Tough
May 6 , 2009; 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Merrimack County Extension Office, Boscawen NHWhen times are tough, it’s critical to stretch every resource an individual has. Learn about energy audits, how to increase the efficiency of your car, calling 211 for community resources and learning about food assistance and other programs to improve access to food.
Contact: Suzann Knight, suzann.knight@unh.edu, 862-0092 or Debbie Luppold, debbie.luppold@unh.edu, 225-5505
Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
May 12, 2009 – all day, Concord NH
This annual conference sponsored by Volunteer NH! is designed to assist non-profits, state agencies, schools, faith based organizations and private businesses develop or enhance programs largely supported by volunteer efforts.
Contact: Paula Gregory (for Rep. Carolyn Gargasz, Conference Chair), paula.gregory@unh.edu, 862-2909
2009 CYFAR Conference
May 18-21, 2009
Baltimore, MDThis annual conference related to Children, Youth and Families At-Risk provides inspiring key note presentations and discussions, leading-edge technology training, engaging workshops and other professional development activities. CYFAR conference showcases new research, programs, resources, strategies relevant to work with CYFAR audiences. It provides an opportunity to share ideas, celebrate accomplishments and renew our commitment to at-risk children and families.Contact: Paula Gregory, paula.gregory@unh.edu, 862-2909
Agricultural & Natural Resources
Installing a Rain Garden
October 6, 2008, 12 noon - 4 p.m., Concord NH
Roll up your sleeves and help install a rain garden in the coastal watershed! Rain gardens are depressions in the ground that are planted with perennials and shrubs and function as attractive stormwater management features. Communities across the state are looking for assistance with planning and installing rain gardens, and more engineering firms and landscapers are including them in residential and commercial designs.
Emma Melvin of Vermont Sea Grant has installed dozens of rain gardens in VT with the help of volunteers. She'll be leading this inservice training which will equip you with the information and experience to lead rain garden installations with community groups, landscapers, Master Gardeners, watershed groups, lake associations, youth and other volunteers in New Hampshire.
Prepare to spend about 1 hour in the classroom and 2-3 hours outdoors digging, planting and mulching.
Contact: Julia Peterson, julia.peterson@unh.edu, 603-749-1565
New England Agricultural Inservice
October 23 and 24, 2008; 12 noon (Oct 23) - 12 noon (Oct 24): The Inn at East Hill Farm, Troy NH
This is the annual agricultural in-service held for New England. This year the focus will be on serving small-scale farmers. Small farm resources will be shared, there will be farm tours and the key presenter will be Bernadette Logozar, who is with Cornell Cooperative Extension in Franklin County, NY and has developed several programs for small farms.
Contact: John Porter, john.porter@unh.edu, 225-5505
Using GPS in 4-H Youth Programs
November 17, 2008; 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Laconia NHThis workshop is design to train 4-H educators, foresters, and other Extension personnel in the methods, practices and technical applications of GPS/GIS technologies in youth programs. UNHCE Geospatial Technologies and 4-H SET (Science, Engineering & Technology) have developed three sequential GPS/ GIS youth workshops which will be presented.
1. 4-H Kids, GPS & Geocaching- Introduction to using the GPS units, taking waypoints and basic navigation using a treasure hunt activity.
2. 4-H Kids, Points and Pictures- Taking points, Introduction to digital cameras, Linking waypoints and digital photos, using points and photos in Google Earth.
3. 4-H Kids, GIS & Maps- Using GPS data (pictures and points) to create usable maps and organizing and displaying GPS data on maps
By the end of this training you will have the resources needed to run your own 4-H SET GPS/GIS workshop.
Contact: Trent Schriefer: trent.schriefer@unh.edu, 862-3085 or Shane Bradt: shane.bradt@unh.edu, 862-4277
Changing Homeowners' Yard Care Behavior to Reduce the Threat of Water Quality Impairment
January 9, 2009, 12 noon - 4 p.m., Portsmouth or Boscawen, NH
Our jobs might be easier if people based their decisions and actions exclusively on the science-based information we share with them. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. Individual decisions and actions are based on an entire set of influences. Come learn about a New England-wide CSREES-sponsored project being coordinated from UNH CE that is exploring the drivers behind residential lawn care practices in combination with cutting-edge research about turf nitrogen and phosphorus management in order to help reduce the threats of nutrient pollution from home lawns into local water bodies. If you are interested in the confluence of social science and natural resource science and what that means for outreach, come learn about this innovative, cross-disciplinary project.
Guest presenters will be the lead PIs for the turf / nutrient research - Dr. Karl Guillard of University of Connecticut and the social scientist Dr. Brian Eisenhauer of Plymouth State University.
Contact: Julia Peterson, julia.peterson@unh.edu, 603-749-1565
Spring Educational Conference for Landscapers
March 18, 2009, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., Massabesic Audubon Ctr. Auburn NH
Speakers will address the most current recommendations and best management practices for landscape planting and maintenance, including an update on the Asian longhorned beetle situation. Program flyer: http://extension.unh.edu/Agric/Docs/springconferencefinal.pdf.
Contact: Cathy Neal, cathy.neal@unh.edu, 862-3208
Municipal Turf and Grounds Conference
March 25, 2009, 8 a.m. - 3:15 p.m., Makris Lobster and Steak House, Concord, NH
Speakers will cover current topics and practices for municipal turf and grounds maintenance, including soil health, pest management, athletic field maintenance, and ice storm recovery. On-line registration link to flyer: https://www.events.unh.edu/RegistrationForm.pm?event_id=5399
Contact: Cathy Neal, cathy.neal@unh.edu, 862-3208
4-H Animal Science Tune-Up
April 28, 2009; 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Merrimack County Extension Office, Boscawen NHThis workshop is designed to help explore changes and tune-up the skills needed for presenting and managing 4-H Animal Science programs. Learn the mechanics of 4-H Animal Science programs which include approval forms, leasing policies, animal identification, emergency plans and superintendent training. A tool kit will be provided with quick tip reference sheets, case studies and resource materials including a web navigation tool to help you and your key volunteers. Tuning-up 4-H Animal Science programs can only make the "best better".
Contact: Trent Schriefer: trent.schriefer@unh.edu, 862-3085
Community Development
Facilitation Skills and Participatory Decision-Making Tools
Merrimack County Extension office, Boscawen NH
This is a series of 4 workshops: February 12, March 12, April 10 and May 14 (June 11 snow date); 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Participants will gain skills in group process & management, community involvement techniques and conflict resolution.Workshops will be interactive and participants will receive a CD of reference materials. Participants should plant to attend all 4 dates and need to register under the February 12 listing.
Contact: Michele Gagne, michele.gagne@unh.edu, 862-5046
Family & Consumer Resources and Nutrition Connections
Unique Families: In Laws and Out Laws
September 30 , 2008; 9:30 a.m. – 12 noon
All Pic-Tel locationsWe will watch the film "In Laws and Out Laws," a documentary about gay, lesbian, and heterosexual relationships and have a discussion about how to keep our concept of "family" open and honest. Keryn Kriegal, Parenting Program Director for Families First, has been invited to join us.
Contact: Malcolm Smith, malcolm.smith@unh.edu, phone: 862-7008
New Hampshire Work/Family Summit: New Hampshire Legislative Task Force on Work and Family
October 29, 2008; 8:30 am– 4:30 pm
Holiday Inn, Concord, NHThis will be the first NH Work/Family Balance Summit, conducted in conjunction with the NH Legislature. Best practices in balancing work and family, detailed discussions of barriers to healthy family/work balance and current research will be presented.
Contact: Malcolm Smith, malcolm.smith@unh.edu, 862-7008
Financial Freedom in 50 Years Simulation Training
November 6, 2008; 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Merrimack County Office, Boscawen NHThis curriculum is designed to teach high school students about investing. It consists of a series of modules designed to be used sequentially. Learn how to implement this simulation with youth, train teachers and youth leaders in this simulation and at the same time determine if there is a use with adult audiences in your county.
Contact: Suzann Enzian Knight, suzann.knight@unh.edu, 862-0092
Money Management Programming for the Acacemy/Incarcerated Audience
December 3, 2008; 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Merrimack County Office, Boscawen NHA review of the literature of programming with this audience will take place and a discussion of the money management educational needs for these populations will be conducted. An examination of the existing materials used with this audience will take place and the identification of materials that are needed in relation to the needs as expressed. A statewide money management curriculum to meet the needs of these populations will be agreed upon by the end of this inservice.
Contact: Suzann Enzian Knight, suzann.knight@unh.edu, 862-0092
2009 CYFAR Project Quarterly Retreats
- December 12, 2008
- February 6 , 2009
- April 24, 2009
These quarterly retreats provide technical assistance, training and support as CYFAR projects transition to sustainable community programs. Location: Hillsboro and Seabrook.
Contact: Paula Gregory, paula.gregory@unh.edu, 862-2909
Up for the Challenge Nutrition Curriculum Inservice
February 10, 2009 ; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (refreshments at 8:30 am)
(Snow date is February 17, 2009)
Merrimack County Extension Office, Boscawen NHA new curriculum "Up for the Challenge, Lifetime Fitness, Healthy Decisions" designed to help enhance fitness, health and nutrition outreach activities for youth, elementary–high school, will be introduced. Participants will experience "hands-on" several of the curriculum activities and each county will receive a copy of the curriculum to take home and be able to integrate into programming. Come in comfortable clothes as participants will be fully engaged in the activities.
Contact: Debbie Cheever, 225-5505, deborah.cheever@unh.edu or Kathy Jablonski, 787-6955, kathleen.jablonski@unh.edu
"Whatever" .....Focus on Youth Issues and Trends
March 24, 2009 – all day, location: TBA
Ask a youth for an opinion and you may get the classic "whatever" response. Dig beneath that shrug and you may discover a complex web of challenges, concerns, dreams, or disappointments. This workshop will explore current research, policies, and economic and social trends influencing the development of youth. Participants will identify opportunities for both classic and non-traditional approaches for the 4-H youth development program.
Contact: Paula Gregory, paula.gregory@unh.edu, 862-2909
Hospice Foundation of America's 16th Annual Bereavement Satellite Teleconference: Living with Grief: Diversity and End of Life Care
April 29, 2009
UNHCE office in Lancaster, NH and other sites throughout NH (TBA Feb 2009)
The broadcast is from 1:30-4:00 pm. Registration begins at 1:00 pm
HFA's 2009 teleconference will examine how diversity influences end-of-life decision-making and the impact that culture has at the time of death and during bereavement. One of the goals of the teleconference is to increase sensitivity by helping professionals acknowledge how their own cultural values and assumptions influence the delivery of care. The program will include a special examination of hospice care and diversity, including how hospices are reaching out to diverse groups and incorporating traditional practices and alternative therapies. The program will also discuss the challenges that may occur when culture considerations may cause ethical concerns or moral distress.
Contact: Sue Buteau, sue.buteau@unh.edu, 788-4961
Working with the Limited Resource Audience – Stretching Resources When Times Are Tough
May 6 , 2009; 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Merrimack County Extension Office, Boscawen NHWhen times are tough, it’s critical to stretch every resource an individual has. Learn about energy audits, how to increase the efficiency of your car, calling 211 for community resources and learning about food assistance and other programs to improve access to food.
Contact: Suzann Knight, suzann.knight@unh.edu, 862-0092 or Debbie Luppold, debbie.luppold@unh.edu, 225-5505
2009 CYFAR Conference
May 18-21, 2009
Baltimore, MDThis annual conference related to Children, Youth and Families At-Risk provides inspiring key note presentations and discussions, leading-edge technology training, engaging workshops and other professional development activities. CYFAR conference showcases new research, programs, resources, strategies relevant to work with CYFAR audiences. It provides an opportunity to share ideas, celebrate accomplishments and renew our commitment to at-risk children and families.
Contact: Paula Gregory, paula.gregory@unh.edu, 862-2909
Family & Consumer Resources Educators Evaluation Training
Choice of 3 dates/times:
- June 29, 2009; 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- June 30, 2009; 9:00-10:30 a.m.
- July 6, 2009; 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Held at all PolyCom videoconference locations
Three trainings are exactly the same, offered at different times for the convenience of all educators who teach parenting education directly and/or work with parenting educators. We will review and examine two types of parent program evaluations: The Protective Factors Survey and the Cooperative Extension Program Evaluation. Learn how to use these tools and track results for easy reporting of program effectiveness.
Contact: Malcolm Smith, malcolm.smith@unh.edu, phone: 862-7008
