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NYS Event Chaperones
NYS 4-H State Event Chaperones are critical to the success of the 4-H events!
What happens in 4-H programs and how they are planned and led makes a huge difference in the impact of the program on youth. Youth need to feel safe in 4-H programs and be able to interact positively with others. Physical and psychological safety is foundational for high quality programs, creating environments where youth can experience a sense of belonging, and helping youth thrive
The NYS 4-H team is committed to creating safe, high quality learning experiences for all youth. NYS 4-H events are collaborative events between Cornell University & Cornell Cooperative Extension thus chaperones are volunteers for both organizations. County Association, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and Cornell University Policy & Procedures come together to proactively develop a safe environment for staff, partners, chaperones, and youth to engage in NYS 4-H Events.
Role Description
All chaperones at 4-H events work together to support and supervise all youth involved - those from your community and those from across the state. State Event Chaperones model and help everyone live up to the 4-H Code of Conduct and relevant Cornell University and Cornell Cooperative Extension policies in order to ensure that everyone has a safe and positive experience. All youth must be chaperoned at all times.
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NEW This Year - Chaperones have been put into 3 categories. Please read the descriptions below to determine with category you are.
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Category 1: Collaborator role description
Examples: evaluators, scorekeepers, guest speakers
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Category 2: Covered Person role description
Examples: chaperones, coaches
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Category 3: Covered Driver role description
Examples: chaperones, coaches with driving responsibilities
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​NYS 4-H hosts several events each year. Here are some examples of annual events where you can be a chaperone. See event information for specific details of chaperone roles and responsibilities.
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NYS 4-H State Teen Action Retreat
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National 4-H Conference
