“Reaching Out Report” the Greene County Extension Newsletter
2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, Mo. 65807 Email: greeneco@missouri.edu * Tel: (417) 881-8909
September 2017 *
Vol. 10, Issue 9
INSIDE THIS ISSUE Each month read updates and reports on these University of Missouri Extension programs in Greene County: Nutrition Community and Human Development Horticulture Agriculture 4-H Youth Local Foods Each “Reaching Out Report” is used by Greene County Extension specialists to concisely communicate activities, impacts and events to members of the Greene County Extension Council, Greene County Commission and Greene County residents.
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LOCAL EVENTS
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Great Game of Business for Government/Non-Profits Financials—Food Preservation Series (4 classes) Program Notes Held in June by nutrition specialist sLindsey Stevenson & Mary Sabee. Item Specialists/speakers mileage Lunch for bootcamp session Canning supplies and produce Copies for the classes County administrative fee Online enrollment fee State class fee Print and facebook ads
Quanity Cost Per 1124 0.54 1 $125 1 322.68 3115 0.1 0 0 84 70 5 2 Expenses TOTAL
INCOME Online class enrollments Cash/Check enrollments
82 6
$0.00 TOTAL Program gross gain
DRIVERS FOR 2017 Actual Soil tests 257 Total Paid Registrations 887 Total Donors 57
Financials for July 2017 We are still projecting that we will finish in the black for 2017 but a lot of that depends on the success of our fall fundraiser. Each year our goal is to finish in the black and then to immediately put those dollars back in to additional programs for the following year. We have been able to fund several programs this year out of one-time dollars. This includes our Excel program which will get an investment of nearly $3,000 out of our total net income from 2015.
Goal 400 750 80
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
Total 606.96 125.00 322.68 311.50 208.04 203.74 350.00 350.00 2,477.92
We are doing another camp in October and will be charging extra for printed copies and only using one specialist. We are also working on a possible sponsor.
$1,960.40 $120.00 $2,080.40 ($397.52)
Pert 64% 118% 71%
INCOME
We have increased our number of programs that carry a fee but that does not always translate in to making a profit. The food preservation class is an example of that because it carries with it high costs for supplies and materials as well as travel for a nutrition specialist.
2016 378 744 68
2015 332 660 102
Budget #
YTD #s
2014 306
541 115 DIFF
Student Fees
$16,539.41
$22,000.00
County Appropriations
$44,000.00
$44,000.00
$0.00
Gifts/Grants/Contracts
$10,056.16
$16,000.00
$5,943.84
Resales/Fees/Soil Tests
$7,509.26
$11,000.00
$3,490.74
Program Support Fund
$5,755.44
$7,350.00
$1,594.56
$83,860.27
$100,350.00
$16,489.73
TOTAL INCOME EXPENSES
Budget #
YTD #s
$5,460.59
DIFF
Personnel Wages/Benefits
$28,560.35
$42,000.00
$16,765.73
Travel for county programs
$4,519.19
$8,000.00
$3,480.81
Office operations
$4,120.50
$8,550.00
$3,931.57
Marketing & Printing
$8,171.21
$15,700.00
$7,528.79
Supplies/Services
$8,575.42
$13,500.00
$4,924.58
Extension Council
$204.00
$600.00
$395.65
Endowment
$2,000.00
$0.00
Fee Generation to MU
$6,386.94
$12,000.00
$5,613.06
$62,537.61
$100,350.00
$37,812.39
TOTAL EXPENSES NET INCOME
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$
21,322.66
$
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-$21,322.66
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Zone 1 Programs Impacts by MU Extension
Impacting Zone 1 the MU Extension Way
The city of Springfield has an imitative to address poverty in the poorest area of the city — Zone 1 in the northwest portion of the city. Greene County MU Extension specialists and associates with MU Extension’s Family Nutrition Education Program, as well as volunteers with MU Extension’s Master Gardeners program, are active in Zone 1 teaching nutrition, gardening and business classes.
MU Extension specialists Patrick Byers and Kelly McGowan deliver gardening related classes to Zone 1 residents at Fairbanks in addition to working on a high tunnel project. Small Bites Cooking Classes at Fairbanks: Pam Duitsman is working with Jenni Nevatt and our Family Nutrition Program Educators to implement nutrition and experiential cooking education to low-income families.
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Patrick Byers is supporting efforts by Springfield Community Gardens in food safety and community garden certification of operating procedures.
Tom Watkins Neighborhood Association partnered with Spr ingfield Par ks and Rec, Community Partnership of the Ozarks, and the Family Nutrition Education Program to offer a series of basic cooking classes to tweens/teens. The five youth par ticipants were given the opportunity to learn basic measuring, knife skills, how to choose healthy foods, how to read a recipe, and how to use kitchen appliances.
Regular nutrition programs for children and adults in Zone 1 ar e detailed in this report. This includes programs done at Victory Mission and Hovey House.
Several Master Gardeners are very involved with teaching and working at the community gardens near the Fairbanks.
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Civic Communication Specialist & County Program Director EXCCEL Leadership Program Launches on Sept. 14 Our first ever EXCCEL program in Greene County launches on Sept. 14. We have over 10 people from western Greene County that have applied for the program. The class will meet eight times and do nine projects. One of these sessions will involve a tour of the Greene County jail. Our community conversations found that most Missouri communities have a lack of community leaders and volnteers. This program is met to help develop individuals who are able to fill those roles in the communities of Republic, Willard, Ash Grove, Bois D’arc and rural Greene County.
Presentation on Working with the Media for Trail Attorneys I presented a program on working with the media as part of a summer school for trail attorneys. There were 170 partipants and the media presentation receive a very high rating from attendees. One attorney wrote on his evaluation: “This is a topic that is important to my business but I’ve never given it must consideration. David cut through the junk and gave me some pointers that I can immediately put to use. Great presentation. And short!”
Followers of Facebook pages that I administer
82,766
Weekly average “views” on Facebook pages.
98,556
Greene County Extension Facebook followers
1,195
Three Awards Received awards from the National Association of Agricultural Extension Agents. 2nd Nationally for Best Book— ”Directory of Historic and OneDavid Burton Room Schools in Civic communication Missouri.” burtond@missouri.edu 1st in Missouri for Best Newsletter (this publication). 1st in Missouri for Best Newsletter by a Team (Southwest Region News Service)
2017 News Media and Society Survey Nearly Complete For the past decade, I have been annually conducting a survey using questions from the “News Media and Society” public issue forum. I’m working on a final report but here are a few responses from this year’s survey. Irresponsible journalists are Eroding public trust in the news media: 85% agreed Do you favor professional licensing for journalists like other professions: 58% yes Federal government should more strongly regulate the media: 38% agreed Increase funding for public broadcasting: 29% agreed Respondents left written responses too. One person wrote: “This survey presented ideas I had never considered. I thought that was neat.”
David Burton’s focus of work as civic communication specialist: Community engagement thr ough communication and media relations, leading and moderating focus groups, non-profit education, social media in support of disaster recovery, marketing extension regionally, heritage tourism; and engaging council members with media relations efforts like the Southwest Region News Service. As county program director: David also works with the elected council to operate, fund and administer the local Greene County Extension office and to plan local programs, to engage council members in this and other work, and to generate local revenue to support programs in Greene County.
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COUNTY PROGRAM DIRECTOR REPORT
List of Remaining 2017 Projects and Programs
In late December of 2016, staff with Greene County Extension met to set goals for 2017 and to map out these events for the year. SEPTEMBER Garlic Festival (Sept. 7) — at Botanical Center, Duitsman, McGowan, and Byers Excel Leadership begins Sept. 14 Salute to Century Farm (Sept. 25) — afternoon educational session to help keep families on the farm; evening fundraiser and awards dinner — council and staff OCTOBER Beef production on small acreage workshop Oct. 16 at Botanical Center — McCorkill and Schnakenberg Food Safety Class—Pat Byers, Pam Duitsman, Sarah Denkler, Shon Bishop
4-H enrollment kickoff (register online) Fall Food Preservation class Oct 7 Commission Farm Tour—Annual event in partnership with other organizations.
NOVEMBER Holiday food preservation event—Lindsey Stevenson Annual fundraising campaign Mediterranean Diet class being planned Applications due for extension council.
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The most up-to-date list of reported upcoming MU Extension programs in Greene County is available online at http://extension.missouri.edu/greene Calendar visible on right side of page.
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AGRICULTURE
Crutcher Family Represents Greene County as State Fair Farm Family
One hundred twelve of Missouri’s 114 counties were represented this year, with two counties still dealing with the aftermath of the recent flooding in southern Missouri. The event showcases the impact Missouri Farm Families have on the economy and heritage of the state. “These families are involved in agriculture activities in their communities, and are active participants in local outreach and extension,” said Missouri State Fair Director Mark Wolfe. “As the showcase for Missouri agriculture, the Missouri State Fair is most certainly the appropriate place to celebrate these families.”
Matthew and Amanda Crutcher and their children Lucas and Rayanne were among the families honored during the 59th annual Missouri Farm Family Day, Aug. 14 at the Missouri State Fair. The Crutcher family was selected as the Greene County Missouri Farm Family by the Greene County Extension Council and local Farm Bureau. Each year, the fair sets aside a day to recognize farm families from across the state who are active in their communities, involved in agriculture, and/or participate in local outreach and extension programs such as 4-H or FFA. The Crutcher family operate a farm near Fair Grove where Matthew Crutcher is also the FFA advisor at the high school. The annual event is sponsored by five partner agencies: the Missouri Farm Bureau, the Missouri Department of Agriculture, the Missouri State Fair and Commissioners, the UniGreene County State Fair Farm Family Matthew and Amanda Cr utcher versity of Missouri and their children Lucas and Rayanne with Ted Sheppard, Missouri State Fair College of Agriculture, Commissioner; Jack Magruder, Missouri State Fair Commissioner; Miss Natalie Food and Natural Re- Ayers, 2017 Missouri State Fair Queen; Todd Hays, Missouri Farm Bureau sources, and Universi- Board of Director’s Vice President; Christine Chinn, Director, Missouri Departty of Missouri Exten- ment of Agriculture; Rob Kallenbach, Assistant Dean MU CAFNR and Blake Naughton, Associate Vice Chancellor for MU Extension and Engagement. sion.
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Agriculture
Get Tickets Now for Salute to Century Farms Event Held on Sept. 25 at Round Barn This year’s “Salute to Century Farms” should be a fun event with a record-breaking attendance thanks to having five families to recognize with Century Farm status. The evening will include food from Maggie Maes, music from Judy Domney and a benefit auction. There will also be a pre-dinner educational event from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. taught by Jim Spencer Jr, agribusiness specialist with MU Extension. The focus of the “Planning for your Farm's future” is the steps for succession planning to help keep family on the farm. Thanks to donors during the Give Ozarks campaign, individuals that own a Century Farm can attend at a reduced rate and all honored families are getting four free tickets.
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For more information or to order tickets call the extension office or visit the Greene County Extension website. HONORED FARMS IN 2017 Farms in Greene County being recognized as Century Farms at this year’s dinner: Jesse and Margaret Abney of Willard, farm started by George W. Kime, grandfather in 1902, 52 acres. Wesley and Annette Corlett of Willard, farm started by Joseph A. Renshaw, great -grandfather in 1846, 40 acres. Wayne and Crystal Fortner of Willard, farm started by Sidney Fortner, grandfather in 1915, 205 acres. Jim Killingsworth of Ash Grove, far m started by John K. Miller, grandfather in 1917, 80 acres. Lewis and Shelly Smith of Willard, farm started by Luther Wiley, greatgrandfather, in 1895, 120 acres.
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4-H Youth
Greene County 4-H Members More About 4-H As the largest out-of-school youth Shine at the Local and State organization in the world, 4-H is open Fair; AgVenture a Success to all boys and girls, ages 5 to18. AgVenture was a big success again attracting dozens of young children who learned about local food production through special activities. Every day was different for this award-winning program. Pictures — including a video of children learning to call a pig — can be found at Greene County 4-H on Facebook. Greene County sent 192 exhibits from 59 members to the Ozark Empire Fair. One hundred thirty-two received blue ribbons, and 14 were either Grand or Reserve Grand Champion. We also had a number of livestock exhibitors at this year’s fair. Greene County sent 81 exhibits from 50 members to the Missouri State Fair. Members will also participate in the State 4-H Dairy Cattle Judging Contest and demonstrations in the 4-H building. Billy Claiborn of Greene County was inducted into the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame on August 19. Teams and individuals from our area are entered in this fall’s competitive events too. State Fashion Revue, State Livestock Judging, State Public Speaking, and State Shooting Sports will have representation from our area. Due in part to our increased visibilOnline at http://extension.missouri.edu
Children who are five to seven years old are eligible for 4-H Clover Kids, an introductory program. Youths who are 8 to 18 years of age can select from a variety of 4-H projects and activities that stress social and life skills in areas like decision making, communication, social interaction, civic responsibility and physical skills. Children do not have to live on a farm to join 4-H. Project opportunities include computers, robotics, foods and nutrition, horticulture, large and small animals and more. Missouri 4-H is University of Missouri Extension's youth development program. Learn more online.
ity at Ozark Empire Fair, we have had interest from new families in joining 4-H like never before this fall! Contact 4-H Youth Development Specialist Karla Deaver at Lawrence County Extension by telephone at 417/466-3102 or email at deaverk@missouri.edu.
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Horticulture Educator and Master Gardeners
First Southwest Regional Master Gardener Field Day
The first annual southwest regional Master Gardener Field Day was held at the Springfield Botanical Gardens on Saturday, August 19 with 33 Master Gardeners in attendance. Master Gardener members from around southwest Missouri, as well as other parts of the state, joined together to learn about a variety of horticulture and gardening topics.
The morning included a hosta digging and dividing seminar which took place in the parks Kelly McGowan Horticulture Educator national- mcgowank@missouri.edu ly recognized hosta display garden, a tour of the Dr. Bill Roston native butterfly house and a tram tour of the 114 acre park. After lunch, educational session topics included ‘Blackberries’, ‘Native Butterflies and Moths of Missouri’ and ‘Hostas for the Home Landscape’. MU Extension horticulture specialists Robert Balek and horticulture educator Kelly McGowan hosted the program. This will be an annual event and will be hosted in a different location in the southwest region of Missouri each year.
The Master Gardener Program is a popular and successful statewide volunteer community-service organization administered through University of Missouri Extension. The organization’s goal is to train gardeners who are willing to share their knowledge with others. Master Gardeners become volunteers of University of Missouri Extension and donate hours for community educational projects in horticulture. Volunteer activities include working with non-profit organizations, maintaining community gardens, conducting workshops, participating in a Master Gardener speakers’ bureau and staffing the Master Gardener “Hotline.” The Master Gardeners of Greene County boasts of over 275 members. For more information visit the chapter website at http://www.mggreene.org.
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Horticulture Specialist Community Contact: Interview with Susan Smith, reporter with the Missouri Life magazine, on persimmon Interview with Anna Brett, reporter with the Columbia Missourian, on “Traditional Hmong farmers in Missouri embrace new techniques” Interview with Jo Schaper, Paw Paw Poet's Society; provided pawpaw photos Telephone contacts – 15 for advisement Office visits, professional contacts – 3 for consultation and advisement Farm site visits – 9 for advisement Programs Presented: “Home Berry Production”, Master Gardeners of Greene County chapter meeting, Springfield (8.8.17) “Growing Blackberries in Missouri”, Regional Master Gardener Conference, Springfield (8.19.17) Coordinated: Springfield Plateau Master Naturalists board meeting, Springfield (8.9.17) Springfield Plateau Master Naturalists chapter meeting, Springfield (8.14.17) Missouri Tomato Conference, Joplin (8.14.17-8.15.17) Garlic research study activities – planning for 2018, site preparation for fall planting dates Horticulture soil test reports - recommendations and distribution for SW region – 26 reports during reporting period
Upcoming programs and events Garlic research project planning meeting, Springfield (8.7.17) “Seed Saving”, Greene County Library Seed Saving Library Program, Springfield (8.28.17) “Twilight Local Foods Garden Tour”, Patrick Byers Springfield (8.31.17) Horticulture “Growing Gourmet byerspl@missouri.edu Garlic”, Garlic Festival, Springfield (9.7.17) “Considerations for Commercial Garlic Production”, Garlic Festival, Springfield (9.7.17) High Tunnel Rehabilitation workshop, Ozarks Food Harvest farm, Rogersville (9.11.17) “Holiday Plants”, District Garden Club meeting, Springfield (9.29.17)
Participated in: JRBP Soil Test Project planning meeting with Tiffany Frey, Springfield (7.31.17) SCBG Garlic Project planning meeting with Clydette Allsup of MSU, Springfield (8.1.17) Meeting with Joe Payne of City of Springfield to discuss outreach Every fall this is strong interest in persimmons as both a (8.7.17) fruit and a tool for forecasting winter weather. To learn more about local commercial horticulture programs, contact Horticulture Development Specialist Patrick Byers at (417) 859-2044 in Webster County or email at byerspl@missouri.edu.
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Nutrition and Food Policy
Voices for Food Project
This USDA/AFRI funded six-state research project focuses on improving Food Security, and working to develop and implement sustainable solutions to increase availability and access to healthy foods for communities. Pam is the state coordinator for the project. During August, our Post-Data Collection began for Food Insecure Clients. Each household is surveyed using cross-sectional and longitudinal instrument designs. Survey results will show us the outcomes of our community work. Over 1,500 household surveys have been completed to date, and the goal is to complete an additional 1,000 surveys this fall, many surveys occurring face-to-face. This project was funded for six years to implement a community-based model to enhance food security; use a quasiexperimental design in six states to examine outcomes; and document and disseminate best practices. New Food Policy Councils are being developed, and communities are encouraged and supported in making policy changes to increase the availability of, and access to healthy food. The councils include local stakeholders, have the ability to address local food cultures and food choices; and are able to address public health issues related to food for their communities.
In August, SW Missouri communities met to implement local Food System work and supportive programs such as: offering community nutrition education classes, oversee work of community gardens, conduct needs assessment and planning, implement sustainability plans for their communities, etc.
Nutrition and Health Presentation and Education
Pam presented “Nutrition for Lifelong Health” at a multi-state Health Pam Duitsman and Wellness Nutrition Specialist conference held in duitsmanp@missouri.edu SW Missouri. Attendees learned how good nutrition can help prevent, slow or reverse the occurrence, progression and severity of chronic illness and improve health and quality of life. Participants gained practical advice on eating for optimal health will include information on hormonal impacts, blood sugar regulation, cardiovascular health, mental health, cancer prevention, and immune/auto-immune responses.
Indirect Programming/Consultation Pam has offered consultation to 14 Greene County individuals/farms/businesses/ organizations in August.
Community Partnerships of Ozarks Food Collaborative
As a member of the Food Collaborative, MU Extension partnered to conduct the “Meet Your Market” Educational Fair at Jordan Valley Community Health Center in Springfield. The event focused on providing resources and education to attendees about Double-Up-Food-Bucks – which is a program that allows and encourages USDA’s SNAP (Supplemental Assistance Program)
Contact Nutrition and Health Education Specialist Dr. Pam Duitsman at (417) 881-8909 or by email at duitsmanp@missouri.edu.
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Nutrition and Food Policy participants to maximize their money at local farmers markets. Representatives from Greater Springfield Farmers’ Market, Farmers Market of the Ozarks, and C-Street City Market were onsite to share information about their markets and offer a taste of local produce. Representatives of the Springfield-Greene County Health Department, City of Springfield, Ozarks Food Harvest and University of Missouri Extension were present and provided information and education on food preservation and storage,
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gardening, recipes, cooking methods, and transportation options to the markets.
For more information on outcomes, please see the news release for this event at http://bit.ly/meetmarket2017
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Family Nutrition Education Program Becky Roark
Nutrition Program Associate
Family Nutrition Education Program
Classes at 4 Boys and Girls Clubs, Springfield (60 kids) Finished classes at Madison and South Towers (10 adults) Rogersville Senior Center (10 adults) OACAC Foster Grandparents (35 adults) Well of Life (198 families) and Central Assembly (135 families) Food Pantries/ Display Nevatt Farmers’ Market of the Ozarks and Mini Market at Jordan Valley/ Display Robberson Night Out/ Display Victory Mission Back to School Event/ Display (525 adults) Holland Meet the Teacher Event at Holland and Robberson Schools/ SNAP Outreach Completed CPR training for the new adult curriculum
Sherri Hull
2160 W. Chesterfield Blvd. Suite F200 Chesterfield Village, Springfield, Mo. Tel: 417-886-2059 * http://missourifamilies.org
Roark
Marty Wood
Nutrition Program Associate
Willard WIC - Healthy Change Workshops, 24 adults Pregnancy Care Center - Eating Smart, Being Active, 41 adults People Helping People – Display, 28 adults Crosslines, Display, 1665 families
Nutrition Program Associate
Jennifer Nevatt
Victory Mission Family Ministries – “Consumer Smarts” – 112 Families Victory Mission Family Ministries Healthy Change Workshop –4 Adults Victory Mission Back to School Fair – 525 Families Hovey House – Discussion using Eating From The Garden and various displays Madison Towers (Spfd Housing Authority) – Eating Smart Being Active – 6 Adults South Towers (Spfd Housing Authority) – Eating Smart Being Active – 4 Adults OACAC Foster Grandparents - Eating Smart Being Active Farmer’s Market of the Ozarks; Greater Springfield Farmer’s Market; and MiniMarket @ Jordan Valley Health Department Food Demonstrations at Ozark Empire Fair SNAP Outreach at various agencies and locations
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Wood
Hull
Family Nutrition Program Manager Southwest Region The Southwest Region Family Nutrition Education Program hosted Vice Chancellor for Extension and Engagement, Dr. Marshall Stewart, early this month. Dr. Stewart shared the economic impact of Extension and spoke to the Nutrition Program Associates (NPAs) about the importance of the relationships that they make while programming. Dr. Stewart encouraged NPAs in their efforts to help Extension bring “light to darkness” through engagement. The SW FNEP unit met at the Douglas County Extension office on Aug. 14 for their monthly in-service. Circuit court judge, Robert Craig Carter, spoke to them about the impact of drug use on families and social services and commended NPAs in their effort to serve those in need.
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Human Development Specialist
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Success in Greene County
Two Stay Strong, Stay Healthy classes have been completed. The classes were held at the Strafford and Republic Senior Centers. Most of the participants were hesitant to be a part of an eight week session that met for an hour, twice each week. Once they learned the exercises, they were glad to be a part of something that would make them healthier, stronger, and live a more independent life. One lady said, "I really didn't want to do this but my son's thought that it would be good for me. These classes are indeed good for me and maybe now I can put all of the boxes that I have sitting around back into the basement where they belong." Both Senior Centers would like to host another set of classes. The Senior Citizen's Tax Services Board funded the classes and if enough money remains from the grant, more classes will be set-up. In addition, The Willard community and the Rogersville senior citizen's centers are also interested in having the course. A level two course is being considered for those who participated in the level one class in Springfield.
Upcoming Events
Other upcoming events include training for child day care providers in Stone, Christian and Taney Counties. Pr ovider s can r egister for the classes within the next couple of weeks. The first three topics will be presented by me; "Managing Stress," "Helping Children Cope with Grief," and Understanding the Brain and how it Works." The last class will be presented by Taney County 4-H Youth Development Specialist, Willa Williams. Willa will teach providers how to include Science in the pre-school program. A new Level 2 Stay Strong, Stay Healthy course will begin September 7 at the Courthouse Annex in Galena. Anyone inter ested in r egister ing for this class can call the Stone County Extension office. The classes will be held for three hours on four seperate nights at White River Valley Electric Company in Branson and at Ozarks Technical Community College, Richwood Valley Campus.
All area child day care providers are welcome to register at either of the two locations. To register call the Taney County Extension office, 417-5464431 or the Christian County Extension Office 417-581 -3558. The classes in Branson will be Sept. 21, Oct. 19, and Nov. 9 and 16. The classes at OTC are yet to be determined.
Renette Wardlow Human Development wardlowr@missouri.edu
SHED Grief Tools Training Program
SHED Grief Tools Education and Training program provides participants with knowledge and skills to proactively meet the mental health needs of children and adolescents coping with death and non-death losses across various settings as they survive, heal, and evolve through death and loss. The training includes education around diversity and complicated grief for youth coping with multiple losses. The training is targeted toward populations that work with children and adolescents – early childhood educators, teachers (K-12), counselors, social workers, nurses, coaches, administrators, program directors of after-school and summer programs, and parents/caregivers. Upon completion of the training, the program may be equipped with a kit that includes materials for children, teens, and parents/caregivers on death, loss, grief and coping, and activities. Testimonial: “Thank you for opening our eyes to the many forms of grief and the role we as educators play in that grievance period. I really feel like I am going to be much more prepared to help make these difficult times more comforting for my students, my own kids and family members, and for my peers and friends.”
To learn more about local programs impacting children and families, contact Human Development Specialist Renette Wardlow at (417) 881-8909 or by email at wardlowr@missouri.edu.
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Housing and Urban Development Specialist
HERO Program and PACE Funding Update for County The HERO Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program enables homeowners to make energy improvements and to pay for them over time through their property tax bills. HERO financing payments may have tax benefits, and many homeowners see immediate savings on energy bills by investing in efficiency or renewable energy upgrades. HERO, which stands for Home Energy Renovation Opportunity, is the largest residential PACE program in the United States. The provided images are current update snapshots of HERO Program residential PACE funding in Greene County since DEC 2016. Homeowners interested in applying for HERO financing should visit www.heroprogram.com online.
Presentations at International Community Development Society event in Montana A poster presentation of “The Noel Project: Lessons in Convergence” briefly Jeff Barber summarized a MU Housing and design Extension wide effort and a community barberj@missouri.edu visioning partnership with the Drury CCS purpose of helping Noel, Missouri. A primary focus was to increase resilience following the impacts of a diverse refugee immigrant workforce and re-Visioning the community following 2016 flooding disaster. The poster won a “Green Award - as recognition of leadership is Extension sustainability programming” from the Association of Natural Resource Extension Professionals. A collaborative session presentation with Drury Professor Jay Garrott, “The Kitchen Inc. Campus Redevelopment: A Public – Private Partnership in Community Planning”, focused on the intentional inclusion of community input used to envision viable redevelopment scenarios for a key site along the Commercial Street district of Springfield.
Other community participation
Ozarks Green Building Coalition CPO Housing Collaborative Neighborhood Advisory Council (NAC)
Jeff Barber is working with leaders in area communities and students at Drury to develop projects and visioning documents that improve living and expand economic options. Information about his work can be found on the Greene County Extension website or contact him at (417) 881-8909 or barberj@missouri.edu. Online at http://extension.missouri.edu
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Office Management / Assorted Direct Phone Lines for Extension Staff Maggie Black, Office Manager - 874-2953 David Burton, Civic Communication/CPD - 874-2954 Jeff Barber, Housing & Environ. Design -- 874-2955 Dr. Pam Duitsman, Nutrition Specialist -- 874-2957 Kelly McGowan, Horticulture Educator -- 874-2965 Renette Wardlow, Human Development -- 874-2966 Master Gardeners Hotline -- 874-2963 Family Nutrition Education Program-417-886-2059
Extension Council Officers
Joe Crim, chair Jason Whitesell, vice-chair Lisa Bakerink, treasurer Morgan Ash, secretary
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Office located inside the SpringfieldGreene County Botanical Center 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, Mo. 65807 Tel: (417) 881-8909 greeneco@missouri.edu Office hours: Monday - Friday * 8 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Key Contact for Greene County Extension
Maggie can help with soil tests, schedule dates for renewing pesticide licenses, enroll individuals in any of our various programs and a variety of other things to help our clients connect with the local extension office.
Maggie Black
Office Manager blackmag@missouri.edu Joined Spring 2015
Extension Partner Meetings st
County Commission Meetings: 1 and 3rd Mondays of month; confirm agenda at http://www.greenecountymo.org/commission. Commission building, Springfield, at 9:30 a.m. Park Board Meetings: Second Fr iday of each month, 8:30 a.m. Call 864-1049 to confirm. 4-H Leader’s Council Meetings: 3r d Thursday of month (except July),7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Redeemer Lutheran, 2852 S Dayton Ave, Springfield. Greene County 4-H Foundation: meets 3rd Thursday of each month at Panera Bread on Battlefield (across from the Mall) starting at 6 p.m. Master Gardeners of Greene County— board meeting: Fir st Monday of each month at 4:30 p.m. at the Botanical Center. Master Naturalists Board Meetings: board meets at 5:30 p.m. at the MDC regional office, on the second Wednesday of the month. Greene County Farm Bureau: Second Monday of the month at Farm Bureau 2530 S Campbell Ave, Springfield. Starts at 7:30 p.m. Friends of the Garden — board meeting: 2nd Thur sday of the month at 5 p.m, large room, Springfield Botanical Center, 2400. S. Scenic Ave.
Online at http://extension.missouri.edu/greene