Christina Kindell
Bear Facts, A Missouri National Guard Publication
March 2009

Chrissy Kindell was featured in the March issue of the Bear Facts Missouri National Guard’s monthly magazine. Thank you to Chrissy for mentioning 4-H and O:MK.
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Two of Missouri's Own Attend Americanism Youth Conference!
March 2009

Ryan Partney and Haley Morris were chosen to attend the 29th annual Americanism Youth Conference held in Philadelphia by the American Legion Auxiliary.  The four day conference focused on the discussion of current issues facing the United States from a historical and global perspective on constitutional law and government. 

Participants were chosen by invitation based on their application and essay on the topic of "Standing on the Shoulders of Giants - How American Veterans Have Shaped the World."

Defenders of Old Glory
November 2008

You will not want to miss this most inspiring essay submitted to USA Patriotism by Morgan Kerr-Totten, 9th Grade!
Read her essay...

Missouri State Fair Military Appreciation Day 2008
University of Missouri Extension 4-H

Missouri State Fair Military Appreciation Day 2008
University of Missouri Extension 4-H celebrated the Missouri State Fair’s Military Appreciation Day by teaming up with Operation Military Kids in the 4-H Building. Read more….

Videography Event – PSAs about military families

A group of military and civilian youth gathered at Fort Leonard Wood's Lake of the Ozarks Recreation Area (LORA) to learn the art of videography in creating public service announcements focused on support for military youth and their link to 4-H.

Click on the picture to view the youth produced Public Service Announcement!

Stress, Strain on Military Families
The stress of having loved ones serving on the frontlines in the military can be especially difficult for children. NBC's Dawn Fratangelo reports:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp/22626165#22626165

Hero Packs
Hero Packs presented to military children (PDF)

Missouri OMK Newsletter
April 2007 (PDF)

Military Moms Hold Down the Fort (PDF)

Missouri State Fair 4-H Demonstrations 2007

Fort Leonard Wood 4-H members conducted three demonstrations, via Interactive television, to the Missouri State Fair on August 17. Garrison Commander, John J. Megnia welcomed the state fair audience members and introduced each club. School Age Services had two 4-H Clubs conduct demonstrations. The Spanish Club demonstrated, in English and then in Spanish, the 4-H Pledge and a greeting song. The Dance Club demonstrated how to dance the Cumbia. Finally, a sixth grader from the Youth Services Program demonstrated how to operate a digital camera. The closing remarks were made by Waita Karcher, 4-H Youth Education Assistant of Pulaski County.  

In September the 4-H’ers and their parents were guest of honor at a special presentation where they individually received their ribbons and certificates presented by Garrison Commander Megnia.

Children of Missouri National Guard currently deployed or recently returned
Map 2006 (PDF)
Map 2005 (PDF)

SOMK as part of the 4-H experience
Godfrey Elected State 4-H Council President (PDF)
Buckstead Selected West Central Region Representative (PDF)
Church selected as delegate to National 4-H Congress ( PDF)