National 4-H Conference – In Person Schedule
Saturday, March 19
Dress Code: Casual Attire
Mar 19 | 2:00 pm
Registration & Room Check-In
Location: Independence Foyer
Mar 19 | 5:30 pm
Dinner
Location: Independence A
Mar 19 | 7:00 pm
Opening Assembly
Location: Ballroom ABCD
Opening Session
Jennifer Sirangelo, President & CEO, National 4-H Council
Jennifer leads National 4-H Council in its mission to give all young people access to opportunity. She joined Council in 2006 to grow support for Cooperative Extension’s 4-H program. One of her core beliefs is that young people have the capacity to change the world.
A Missouri native, Jennifer is a big sister to three siblings, and she’s married to her husband, Mark. She’s also a big fan of Kansas City professional sports teams, including the Royals and the Chiefs. For fun, Jennifer loves films and fitness and is on track to visit all 50 state capitals. She has traveled to 38 so far.
Dr. Jeff Sallee
Dr. Jeff Sallee serves as the National Program Leader for Positive Youth Development and 4-H within NIFA’s Institute of Youth, Family, and Community.
In collaboration with the Land-Grant University System, Cooperative Extension Service, federal agencies, and non-governmental organizations, Dr. Sallee provides national leadership to 4-H positive youth development programs.
Dr. Jeff Sallee grew up in Oklahoma attending a rural k-12 school. Joining 4-H in the 4th grade started him on a life long career and adventure in 4-H, Dr. Sallee has worked in Arkansas, Georgia and spent the majority of his career serving as a county agent, state specialist, and professor at Oklahoma State University.
Dr. Shannon Horrillo:
Dr. Shannon Horrillo is the Division Director for Youth and 4-H in the Institute of Youth, Family, and Community. In this role, she provides leadership and oversight for the division’s research, education and extension activities across the nation through competitive grant programs. These programs are focused on promoting positive youth development and advancing food and agricultural sciences.
She also provides leadership to the division’s strategic priorities as well as supervision and administration of the 4-H Youth Development Program at the federal level. Prior to joining NIFA,
Dr. Horrillo served over 13 years with the Cooperative Extension Service as the interim Director of Extension and Associate Dean for Engagement and Associate Director of Extension at the University of Nevada, Reno and in several leadership roles at the University of California Cooperative Extension – including State 4-H Director. As Director, she led an effort to grow 4-H – doubling enrollment over a 5-year period and increasing engagement of underserved youth in 4-H.
She developed new programs related to agriculture, natural resources, and college and career readiness. Dr. Horrillo received her Bachelors, Masters, and PhD from the University of California, Davis in the areas of child and human development.
Mar 19 | 8:30 pm
Welcome Activity
Location: Ballroom ABCD
Mar 19 | 9:00 pm
Chaperone and Roundtable Faciliators Meet and Greet
Location: Independence A
Mar 19 | 9:30 pm
LGU/State/Territory Meet-Up
Chaperone Determined Location
Mar 19 | 10:00 pm
Quiet Time
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Mar 19 | 10:30 pm
Lights Out
Hotel Lodging Rooms
Sunday, March 20
Dress Code: Casual Attire
Mar 20 | 6:30 am
Optional Physical Activity – Yoga
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Mar 20 | 7:30 am
Breakfast
Location: Independence A
Mar 20 | 8:30 am
Roundtable Session 1
Roundtable Session #1
Potomac V, Ballroom Level
Pups with Purpose (B)
Potomac VI, Ballroom Level
College Affordability
Jefferson, 3rd Floor
The Future of Work
Lincoln, 3rd Floor
Equitable Recreation Access
Roosevelt, 3rd Floor
Impact of 4-H
Arlington, 3rd Floor
4-H Outcomes & Impacts
Fairfax, 3rd Floor
Entrepreneurship
Prince William, 3rd Floor
Delivering on Justice40
Potomac I, Ballroom Level
Prioritizing Nutrition Security
Potomac II – Ballroom Level
Careers in Agriculture
Potomac III, Ballroom Level
A Nation Divided
Potomac IV, Ballroom Level
NASA Research (C)
Tidewater II, 2nd Floor
NASA Research (D)
Kennedy, 3rd Floor
Mar 20 | 8:45 am
Mandatory Chaperone Orientation
Location: Ballroom ABCD
Mar 20 | 11:00 am
Breakout Workshops
Breakout Workshops – Sunday, 11:00 am
INCLUSION
The Heart in 4-H: Relating and Caring. Why it Matters When Building Relationships
Location: Regency ABCD
HEALTH
Tackling Food and Nutrition Insecurity: Exercises and Reflections
Location: Tidewater III
Finding Wonder
Location: Conference Theater
CLIMATE
Do Youth Really Care About Climate Change? The Peace Corps Does!
Location: Independence B
Mar 20 | 12:00 pm
Lunch
Location: Independence A
Mar 20 | 1:00 pm
Roundtable Session 2
Roundtable Session #2
Potomac V, Ballroom Level
Pups with Purpose (B)
Potomac VI, Ballroom Level
College Affordability
Jefferson, 3rd Floor
The Future of Work
Lincoln, 3rd Floor
Equitable Recreation Access
Roosevelt, 3rd Floor
Impact of 4-H
Arlington, 3rd Floor
4-H Outcomes & Impacts
Fairfax, 3rd Floor
Entrepreneurship
Prince William, 3rd Floor
Delivering on Justice40
Potomac I, Ballroom Level
Prioritizing Nutrition Security
Potomac II – Ballroom Level
Careers in Agriculture
Potomac III, Ballroom Level
A Nation Divided
Potomac IV, Ballroom Level
NASA Research (C)
Tidewater II, 2nd Floor
NASA Research (D)
Kennedy, 3rd Floor
Mar 20 | 3:00 pm
Roundtable Session 3
Roundtable Session #3
Potomac V, Ballroom Level
Pups with Purpose (B)
Potomac VI, Ballroom Level
College Affordability
Jefferson, 3rd Floor
The Future of Work
Lincoln, 3rd Floor
Equitable Recreation Access
Roosevelt, 3rd Floor
Impact of 4-H
Arlington, 3rd Floor
4-H Outcomes & Impacts
Fairfax, 3rd Floor
Entrepreneurship
Prince William, 3rd Floor
Delivering on Justice40
Potomac I, Ballroom Level
Prioritizing Nutrition Security
Potomac II – Ballroom Level
Careers in Agriculture
Potomac III, Ballroom Level
A Nation Divided
Potomac IV, Ballroom Level
NASA Research (C)
Tidewater II, 2nd Floor
NASA Research (D)
Kennedy, 3rd Floor
Mar 20 | 4:00 pm
Optional Chaperone Workshop
Location: Regency Ballroom ABCD
Mar 20 | 4:15 pm
Breakout Workshops
Breakout Workshops – Sunday, 4:15 pm
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
AmeriCorps: A Gap Year for Service
Location: Independence B
4-H Alumni: I said Yes to a Federal Career
Location: Conference Theater
HEALTH
Let’s Date Smarter: Healthy Teen Relationships
Location: Regency ABCD
#SafeorSus
Location: Tidewater III
Mar 20 | 5:15 pm
Dinner & Optional LGU/State/Territory Meet-Up
Location: Independence A
Mar 20 | 6:15 pm
Load Buses
Gather in Ballroom
Mar 20 | 6:30 pm
Monument Tours
National Mall
Mar 20 | 10:30 pm
Quiet TIme
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Mar 20 | 11:00 pm
Lights Out
Hotel Lodging Rooms
Monday, March 21
Dress Code: Casual Attire during the day | Polos with business attire for Secretary’s Assembly.
Mar 21 | 6:30 – 7:30 am
Optional Physical Activity – Yoga
Regency Ballroom Foyer
Mar 21 | 7:30-8:30 am
Breakfast
Location: Independence A
Mar 21 | 8:30 – 11:30 am
Roundtable Session 4
Roundtable Session #4
Potomac V, Ballroom Level
Pups with Purpose (B)
Potomac VI, Ballroom Level
College Affordability
Jefferson, 3rd Floor
The Future of Work
Lincoln, 3rd Floor
Equitable Recreation Access
Roosevelt, 3rd Floor
Impact of 4-H
Arlington, 3rd Floor
4-H Outcomes & Impacts
Fairfax, 3rd Floor
Entrepreneurship
Prince William, 3rd Floor
Delivering on Justice40
Potomac I, Ballroom Level
Prioritizing Nutrition Security
Potomac II – Ballroom Level
Careers in Agriculture
Potomac III, Ballroom Level
A Nation Divided
Potomac IV, Ballroom Level
NASA Research (C)
Tidewater II, 2nd Floor
NASA Research (D)
Kennedy, 3rd Floor
Mar 21 | 11:40 – 12:30 am
Secretary’s Assembly
Secretary's Assembly
Thomas J. Vilsack was confirmed as the 32nd United States Secretary of Agriculture on Feb. 23, 2021 by the U.S. Senate. He was nominated by President Joe Biden to return to a role where he served for eight years under President Barack Obama.
Under Secretary Vilsack’s leadership, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is building back better by restoring the American economy, strengthening rural and historically underserved communities, responding to threats of climate change, creating good-paying jobs for American workers and the next generation of agricultural leaders, and investing in our kids and our families.
Secretary Vilsack is spearheading a transformation of the food system by creating more, better, and fairer markets and ensuring that the food system of today and the future is more resilient and more competitive globally. It will also offer consumers affordable, nutritious food grown closer to home.
From excessive drought to more extreme fires, our producers, farmers and ranchers are on the frontlines confronting the challenges associated with climate change. USDA is engaging the agriculture and forestry sectors in voluntary, incentive-based climate solutions to improve the resiliency of producers and to build wealth that stays in rural communities. Additionally, USDA is advancing investments in science and research to offer producers a toolbox to adapt to and mitigate climate change.
Secretary Vilsack continues to take bold, historic action to reduce barriers to access for historically underserved communities. By working to ensure all aspects of civil rights and equity are integrated, USDA is rooting out generations of systemic racism and building systems and programs inclusive of all USDA employees and customers.
Secretary Vilsack is also focused on ensuring Americans have consistent access to safe, healthy, and affordable food. USDA is investing in bold solutions that enhance food safety, improve the various far-reaching and powerful nutrition programs in the Department, and reduce food and nutrition insecurity in America.
Mar 21 | 12:30 – 1:30 pm
Lunch
Location: Independence A
Mar 21 | 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Breakout Workshops
Breakout Workshops – Monday, 1:30 pm
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
FEMA Corps: The Future of Emergency Management
Location: Conference Theater
INCLUSION
Indigenous Food Systems and Agriculture
Location: Regency ABCD
HEALTH
#SafeorSus
Location: Tidewater III
CLIMATE
Introduction to Climate Change: Determining your Ecological Footprint
Location: Independence B
Mar 21 | 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Roundtable Session 5
Roundtable Session #5
Potomac V, Ballroom Level
Pups with Purpose (B)
Potomac VI, Ballroom Level
College Affordability
Jefferson, 3rd Floor
The Future of Work
Lincoln, 3rd Floor
Equitable Recreation Access
Roosevelt, 3rd Floor
Impact of 4-H
Arlington, 3rd Floor
4-H Outcomes & Impacts
Fairfax, 3rd Floor
Entrepreneurship
Prince William, 3rd Floor
Delivering on Justice40
Potomac I, Ballroom Level
Prioritizing Nutrition Security
Potomac II – Ballroom Level
Careers in Agriculture
Potomac III, Ballroom Level
A Nation Divided
Potomac IV, Ballroom Level
NASA Research (C)
Tidewater II, 2nd Floor
NASA Research (D)
Kennedy, 3rd Floor
Mar 21 | 3:30 – 6:30 pm
Federal Agency Briefing Rehearsal
Federal Agency Briefing Rehearsal
Pups with Purpose (A)
Potomac V, Ballroom Level
3:30-4:15
Pups with Purpose (B)
Potomac VI, Ballroom Level
4:15-5:00
College Affordability
Jefferson, 3rd Floor
3:30-4:15
The Future of Work
Lincoln, 3rd Floor
5:00-5:45
Equitable Recreation Access
Roosevelt, 3rd Floor
4:15-5:00
Impact of 4-H
Arlington, 3rd Floor
3:30-4:15
4-H Outcomes & Impacts
Fairfax, 3rd Floor
5:00-5:45
Entrepreneurship
Prince William, 3rd Floor
4:15-5:00
Delivering on Justice40
Potomac I, Ballroom Level
3:30-4:15
Prioritizing Nutrition Security
Potomac II, Ballroom Level
4:15-5:00
Careers in Agriculture
Potomac III, Ballroom Level
5:45-6:30
A Nation Divided
Potomac IV, Ballroom Level
5:00-5:45
NASA Research (C)
Roosevelt, 3rd Floor
5:00-5:45
NASA Research (D)
Kennedy, 3rd Floor
5:45-6:30
Mar 21 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Dinner
Location: Independence A
Mar 21 | 7:30 – 8:30 pm
Coyaba Dance Theater
Location: Regency Ballroom ABCD
Mar 21 | 9:30 – 10:00 pm
LGU/State/Territory Meet-Up
Chaperone Determined Location
Mar 21 | 10:00 – 10:30 pm
Quiet Time
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Mar 21 | 10:30 pm
Lights Out
Hotel Lodging Rooms
Tuesday, March 22
Dress Code:
Before 5 pm – Conference Shirts/Business Attire
After 5 pm – Casual Attire
Mar 22 | 6:30 – 7:30 am
Optional Physical Activity – Outdoor Walk
Meet in hotel lobby!
Mar 22 | 7:30 – 8:30 am
Breakfast
Location: Independence A
Mar 22 | 8:30 – 9:30 am
Volunteer Opportunity: Letter Writing
Location: Independence A
Volunteer Opportunity: Letter Writing
Write letters and messages of appreciation and support for the U.S. Military, past and present.
Be creative! Talk about yourself and maybe draw a picture too! Tell them their service does not go unnoticed.
This service project is in support of A Million Thanks, a 501(c)3 non-profit, that collects and distribute millions of letters of thanks and support and sends them directly to U.S. active, reserve, and veteran military.
Mar 22 | 9:30 – 11:30 am
Roundtable Final Rehearsal
Roundtable Final Rehearsal
Potomac V, Ballroom Level
Pups with Purpose (B)
Potomac VI, Ballroom Level
College Affordability
Jefferson, 3rd Floor
The Future of Work
Lincoln, 3rd Floor
Equitable Recreation Access
Roosevelt, 3rd Floor
Impact of 4-H
Arlington, 3rd Floor
4-H Outcomes & Impacts
Fairfax, 3rd Floor
Entrepreneurship
Prince William, 3rd Floor
Delivering on Justice40
Potomac I, Ballroom Level
Prioritizing Nutrition Security
Potomac II – Ballroom Level
Careers in Agriculture
Potomac III, Ballroom Level
A Nation Divided
Potomac IV, Ballroom Level
NASA Research (C)
Tidewater II, 2nd Floor
NASA Research (D)
Kennedy, 3rd Floor
Mar 22 | 11:30 – 12:30 am
Lunch
Location: Independence A
Mar 22 | 12:30 – 4:30 pm
Federal Agency Briefings
Federal Agency Briefings
Pups with Purpose (A)
Tidewater III, 2nd Floor
12:30-1:30
Pups with Purpose (B)
Tidewater III, 2nd Floor
2:30-3:30
College Affordability
Arlington, 3rd Floor
12:30-1:30
The Future of Work
Tidewater III, 2nd Floor
1:30-2:30
Equitable Recreation Access
Arlington, 3rd Floor
1:30-2:30
Impact of 4-H
Fairfax, 3rd Floor
2:30-3:30
4-H Outcomes & Impacts
Arlington, 3rd Floor
3:30-4:30
Entrepreneurship
Fairfax, 3rd Floor
12:30-1:30
Delivering on Justice40
Prince William, 3rd Floor
12:30-1:30
Prioritizing Nutrition Security
Prince William, 3rd Floor
3:30-4:30
Careers in Agriculture
Tidewater III, 2nd Floor
3:30-4:30
A Nation Divided
Fairfax , 3rd Floor
1:30-2:30
NASA Research (C)
Prince William, 3rd Floor
1:30-2:30
NASA Research (D)
Arlington, 3rd Floor
2:30-3:30
Mar 22 | 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Roundtable Debriefings
Roundtable Debriefings
Potomac V, Ballroom Level
Pups with Purpose (B)
Potomac VI, Ballroom Level
College Affordability
Jefferson, 3rd Floor
The Future of Work
Lincoln, 3rd Floor
Equitable Recreation Access
Roosevelt, 3rd Floor
Impact of 4-H
Arlington, 3rd Floor
4-H Outcomes & Impacts
Fairfax, 3rd Floor
Entrepreneurship
Prince William, 3rd Floor
Delivering on Justice40
Potomac I, Ballroom Level
Prioritizing Nutrition Security
Potomac II – Ballroom Level
Careers in Agriculture
Potomac III, Ballroom Level
A Nation Divided
Potomac IV, Ballroom Level
NASA Research (C)
Tidewater II, 2nd Floor
NASA Research (D)
Kennedy, 3rd Floor
Mar 22 | 5:30 – 6:00 pm
LGU/State/Territory Meet-Up
Chaperone Determined Location
Mar 22 | 7:00 – 9:15 pm
Assembly
Assembly
Speakers: Dr. Carrie Castille, NIFA Director
Dr. Carrie Castille is director of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
A Louisiana native, Dr. Castille has championed agriculture and rural issues for more than 20 years.
Throughout her career, she has focused on agriculture, policy and education. She served as Natural Resource Leader and Assistant Professor at Louisiana State University and Associate Commissioner and Science Advisor to the Commissioner for the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.
In 2017, Dr. Castille joined USDA as state director for Louisiana Rural Development and was later named the mid-south coordinator for USDA’s Farm Production and Conservation mission area serving Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee and Missouri.
Prior to joining USDA, she was appointed by USDA Secretary Vilsack to the National Agriculture Research, Extension, Education, and Economics advisory board and was appointed to the National Council for Environmental Policy and Technology by EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy.
Dr. Castille was a delegate to the American Public and Land-Grant University’s Council on Agriculture Research, Extension, and Teaching (CARET), a member of the National Food Animal Veterinary Institute Board of Directors and is a past chair of the Southern U.S. Trade Association Operations Committee. She also is a Fellow of the Food Systems Leadership Institute.
John Beede, Motivational Speaker
John Beede is a global adventurer who has climbed to the top of the tallest
mountain on every continent, including Mount Everest.
During the 9 year adventure, he somehow survived avalanches, pulmonary
edema, tribal warfare, and a whole lot of Clif bars.
He’s a worldwide adventurer who has traveled to 67 countries, written 3
books, and given live presentations to nearly 1 million live audience
members.
His newest book is called The Warrior Challenge: 8 Quests for Boys to
Grow Up with Kindness, Courage, and Grit.
Mar 22 | 10:00 – 10:30 pm
Quiet Time
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Mar 22 | 10:30 pm
Lights Out
Hotel Lodging Rooms
Wednesday, March 23
Dress Code:
Conference Shirts/Casual Attire
Recommended Dress Code for Capitol Hill Visits: Conference Shirts/Business Attire
Please note: Delegations may be excused from activities to participate in Capitol Hill Visits (virtual or in-person).
Mar 23 | 6:30 – 7:00 am
Optional Physical Activity – Outdoor Walk
Meet in hotel lobby!
Mar 23 | 7:00 – 7:45 am
Breakfast
Location: Independence A
Mar 23 | 7:30 – 8:00 am
Load Buses
Gather in lobby with your entire delegation. You will not be able to get on the bus until every member is present
Mar 23 | 8:15 – 9:45 am
4-H Flag Raising Ceremony
USDA Whitten Building
Mar 23 | 9:45 am
Released to enjoy cherry blossoms, explore National Mall, and lunch with delegation
National Mall
Mar 23 | 12:00 pm
Lunch not provided
National Mall
Mar 23 | 12:30 – 4:00 pm
Volunteer Opportunity – pre-sign up by LGU required
Volunteer Opportunity - pre-sign up by LGU required
OPTION 1: Together We Can Solve Hunger. Sort and pack food to be distributed to help feed the greater Washington community. Bus will leave at 12:30, Volunteer 1:00-4:00
OPTION 2: LGU/State/Territory time to explore National Mall Area
Mar 23 | 4:00 – 6:45 pm
Dinner in Washington D.C with LGU/State/Territory – not provided
Downtown DC – Highly Recommended to make reservations and check on COVID protocols in advance
Mar 23 | 7:00 pm
Bus Pick up between 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Buses pick up on Madison Drive between 12th and 14th (south of National Museum of American History) to return to Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Mar 23 | 8:30 – 10:30 pm
National 4-H Conference Celebration & Dance
Location: Regency Ballroom ABCD
Mar 23 | 10:30 – 11:00 pm
Quiet Time/Optional LGU/State/Territory Meet-Up
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Mar 23 | 11:00 pm
Lights Out
Hotel Lodging Rooms
Thursday, March 24
Mar 24 | 7:30 – 8:30 am
Breakfast
Location: Independence A
Mar 24 | 10:00 am
Checkout
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Mar 24 | Anytime
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