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4-H Member: Annual Record Book Pages/ Awards
Wisconsin 4-H Record Book: Why It Matters
Your 4-H Record Book is a tool to track your projects, goals, and achievements throughout the year. It helps you reflect on what you’ve learned and prepares you for future opportunities like scholarships and jobs.
✅ Why It’s Important
- Many applications ask for your activities, awards, leadership, and service.
- Learning to keep accurate records builds life skills like organization, goal-setting, and financial management.
- It’s a great way to tell your 4-H story and celebrate your growth.
📝 Tips for Success
- Keep notes throughout the year—use a calendar or notebook.
- Include: general info, your 4-H story, financial records, and project goals/learning.
- Leave out: last year’s records (unless applying for the Achievement Award), ribbons, certificates, and score sheets.
🌟 Make It Shine
- Be neat and complete—use clear writing or type it up.
- Add photos or newspaper clippings that show your project work.
- Be honest and accurate—this is your work, your journey.
Start now and make your record book a reflection of your 4-H adventure!
Member Guide to Completing Record Book