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Junior Membership 3- Convention 4- Convention Registration 5- Convention Conduct 6- Convention Contests 7- Contest Sign-Up 8- Scholarships 9- Long-Range Production
Junior Membership
BECOME A JUNIOR MEMBER TODAY
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Becoming a Minnesota Junior Holstein Association allows youth to build connections and grow as individuals through events held.
Junior Membership Application 2021
P.O. Box 475 Plainview, MN 99864 (320) 259-0637 Fax (952) 856-5108 minnesotaholstein@gmail.com www.mnholstein.com
New Member / 1st Time Membership - $20.00
(one year state membership and lifetime national junior membership) __________________ Annual State Junior Membership Renewal - $5.00 ______________ Lifetime State and National Junior Membership - $60.00 ______________ Subscription to the Minnesota Holstein News - $25.00 ______________ TOTAL ______________
Name _______________________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________ Telephone ____________________________ Email _______________________________ Parents Name ______________________________________________________________ Junior Club __________________________________ Date of Birth _________________
Please make checks payable to MJHA
Some of the many ways you can use your MJHA Membership: - vote during the All-Breeds Convention - participate in the State Holstein Show - attend many events that are put on by the MJHA & MHA - apply for scholarships - interact on the national level - represent Minnesota at the National Holstein Convention -meet lifelong friends and make industry connections
2022 MJHA All-Breeds Convention
Hosted at the Residence Inn - Waite Park, MN
Please mark your calendars for March 18-20th to attend the 2022 MJHA All-Breeds Convention. This is designed for youth across the state involved in the dairy community to gather for a fun and eventful weekend.
Who: any young dairy enthusiast who is excited to meet new people and spend a weekend attending convention to learn and engage in a variety of dairy activities What: an annual event hosted by the MJHA that is a great opportunity for all Where: Waite Park, MN When: March 18th-20th
2022 CONVENTION THEME
Schedule
Friday March 18th
Check-In 4:30-6pm Group Activity 5-6pm Dinner 6-6:30pm Jeopardy Contest 6:30-8pm Ice Breakers/Games 6:30-8:30pm
Contest sign up/Quiz Bowl Test 8:30-9pm Pool Party 9-10pm Lights out 10:30pm
Saturday March 19th
Breakfast 7:30-8am Contests 8am-12pm Lunch 12-12:30pm Farm Tours 12:30-4pm Free Time 4-5:30 Banquet 6-8pm Dance 9-11pm Lights Out 11:30pm
Sunday March 20th
Breakfast 8-8:30am Business Meeting 8:30-10:30am Rootbeer floats/Door prizes 10:3011:30am Depart 11:30am Board Meeting to follow
2022 MN Jr. Holstein All-Breeds Convention Registration
Convention Details:
Hilton Garden Inn - Waite Park, MN March 18th-20th 2022
DEADLINE: February 15th, 2022
Quantity Total
Complete Package (Room and Meals) - $125 ________
Other Options All Meals and No Room -$75 Banquet Only or Luncheon Only - $20 1st Adult, Room and Food - $250 2nd Adult (same room) - $75
TOTAL COST $ ___________
(Use the same form for whole family)
Name __________________________________________ Name __________________________________________ Name __________________________________________ Name __________________________________________ Name __________________________________________ Age ______ Age ______ Age ______ Age ______ Age ______ Sex _____ Sex _____ Sex _____ Sex _____ Sex _____ Shirt Size _____ Shirt Size _____ Shirt Size _____ Shirt Size _____ Shirt Size _____
Address ____________________________________________________ City ______________________ State ________ Zip ___________ Email _____________________________________________________ Phone ____________________________________________________ Holstein Club ____________________________________________ Room Requests __________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________
Mail to: Minnesota Holstein Association P.O Box 475 Plainview, MN 55964 DEADLINE FEBRUARY 15th, 2022 MJHA DUES MUST BE PAID TO VOTE DURING THE ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING
All-Breeds Convention Conduct Rules
THIS FORM MUST BE SIGNED AND INCLUDED WITH CONVENTION REGISTRATION
While at the convention I will participate in all scheduled events or activities unless free time is specifically designated. All juniors must be in their designated room and lights out at a specified time. Absolutely no possession of any mood-altering substance will be tolerated. Violators of this rule will be subject to disciplinary action by the MJHA board or in the case of a board member, be removed from the MJHA permanently. Recognize the rights and comforts of others with respect to noise, language and general conduct. Accept the authority of the MJHA advisors and keep them informed of any special situations. All telephone, movie rentals and any other hotel expenses incurred are the responsibility of the junior member. These must be paid before leaving the event. Anyone found damaging hotel property will be charged for it. There is no leaving the premises upon arrival without approval prior to arrival. Card playing for money or any form of gambling for money will not be allowed. Card playing for fun is perfectly acceptable.
I have read these rules and understand that if found to be in violation of any of
these rules, I will be subject to one or all of the following disciplinary actions: -Sent home at my or my parent’s expense -Ineligible for awards for a period of one year -Suspension from all Junior Activities for one year -Not eligible to run for the board -Removal or suspension from the MJHA permanently -Or any other actions deemed acceptable by the MHA or MJHA board.
Member Signature ___________________________________ Parent Signature (if under 18) ___________________________________ Name of Emergency Contact ____________________________________ Phone Number - Emergency Contact ____________________________________
All Breeds Convention Contests
QUIZ BOWL
A contest that is a favorite by many convention attendees. This allows juniors to team up with others to showcase their knowledge of the Holstein breed and the dairy industry. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Teams consist of four members (must all be members of MJHA) - Teams are broke up into two divisions, junior and senior - Junior teams require that all members have not reached their 16th birthday before January 1st, 2022 - Senior teams are anybody that is 16+, or are too old to compete in the junior division - Champion teams have the opportunity to represent MN in the Jr. Quiz Bowl Contest at the National Holstein Convention in Sioux Falls, SD
PUBLIC SPEAKING
Encourages youth to research a topic they feel passionate about that relates to the Holstein breed or dairy industry. Then present a speech at the Prepared Public Speaking Contest. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Participants are divided into three age divisions: junior ages 9-13, intermediate ages 1417, and senior ages 18+ (age as of January 1) - Time Limits for each division are as follow: junior division 3-5 minutes, intermediate division 6-8 minutes, and senior division 8-10 minutes - Champions of each age division have the opportunity to represent MN in the Public Speaking Contest at the National Holstein convention in Sioux Falls, SD
DAIRY JEOPARDY
A fun spin on the famous game of jeopardy that tests juniors knowledge about the Holstein breed and dairy industry! This is also a popular contest among convention go'ers. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Individuals compete against each other - Open to all members age 9-21 - Participants are divided into three age divisions: junior ages 9-13, intermediate ages 14-17, and senior ages 18+ (age as of January 1) - Champions of each age division have the opportunity to represent MN in the Jr. Quiz Bowl Contest at the National Holstein Convention in Sioux Falls, SD
FOLDING DISPLAY
For those members looking to show off their skills and ability to design a photo display board about the Holstein breed or dairy industry. A great opportunity for all ages, especially young kids! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Create a folding display board no larger than 4' x 4' - Winners will have the opportunity to represent MN in the Folding Display Contest at the National Holstein Convention in Sioux Falls, SD
PHOTO CONTEST
A fun contest to show off some of your favorite photos from around the farm, or any agriculture based photo that brings a smile to your face. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Bring a 5 x7 photo to convention with your name and address on the back - Winners are selected by a popularity vote, with the winner being featured in Holstein News 6
All Breeds Convention Contest Sign-Up
_____ check here if you have a team _____
check here to chose team at convention Team members names if checked yes __________________________________________________
Folding Display
Name: ______________________________________
Please cut along the dotted line and mail entries to: Minnesota Holstein Association P.O. Box 475 Plainview, MN 55964
SCHOLARSHIPS
MJHA HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP
Two $200 MJHA High School Senior Scholarships are available to graduating seniors. Applications are due Feb. 15th 2022 to the MHA Office. REQUIREMENTS: - Present MJHA member - Current High School Senior - Must be used for post secondary education - Completed application - One letter of recommendation NAME ___________________________________________ AGE _________ YEAR OF GRADUATION __________ ADDRESS ____________________________________________________________________________________________ PARENTS NAME __________________________________ HIGH SCHOOL NAME _________________________ PHONE NUMBER _________________________________ Please answer items 1-4 on a maximum of two typewritten pages: 1.) 40 points - Junior Holstein Activities: Describe all involvement and leadership activities in local, state, and national levels (committees, offices, tour, shows, etc). 2.) 25 points - Academic Records: List all classes taken and grades earned in high school. Transcripts are accepted, but are not required. Please indicate class size and rank. 3.) 25 points - Community Involvement and Leadership: List involvement in organizations such as 4-H, FFA, Church, School, Community, etc. 4.) 10 points - Future Plans: Briefly describe future plans and goals, indicate where scholarship will be used. Letter of Recommendation - written by a high school teacher/advisor or a mentor.
MJHA JUNIOR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Two MJHA Memorial Scholarships are available to present or former MJHA members. Members must be currently enrolled in post-secondary education and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Application are due Feb. 15th 2022 to the MHA office. REQUIREMENTS: - Present or former MJHA member - College freshman eligible to apply - Currently enrolled in post- secondary education as a full-time student in good academic standing. - Enclose a copy of your college transcript - Scholarship can only be used once. NAME _____________________________________________ AGE _________ YEAR OF GRADUATION ___________ ADDRESS _____________________________________________________________________________________________ PARENTS NAME __________________________________ COLLEGE ATTENDING ___________________________ PHONE NUMBER _________________________________
Please answer the following questions:
1.) 30 points - What has been your involvement with the MN Jr. Holstein Association? 2.) 10 points - List your college activities. 3.) 10 points - List your activities in the last few years. 4.) 50 points - Essay (250 words minimum for each essay question): What do you see yourself doing in 2-5 years after graduation and how do you intend to benefit the agricultural industry? Discuss 2 or 3 ways to keep the MN Holstein Association strong and viable in the future.
Minnesota Junior All-Breeds Convention Long Range Production Award
REQUIREMENTS:
The animal entered for the award must have been a Junior Breed Association member's project (may include managerial projects). Please include documentation of managerial projects, i.e. copy of one of the following: 4-H record, FFA record, Jr. Breed Association Record Book. Only production records made during the actual time that the animal was a Junior Breed Association member's project may be credited toward the lifetime production of the cow, which is under consideration for the award. One award will be given in each production class per animal. If the animal is still in the same production class the following year, no award will be given. An animal must have reached 50,000 lbs. of milk to be entered. Recognition is given for 50,000 lbs., 100,000 lbs., and 200,000 lbs., of lifetime milk. Awards to be designated by the Jr. Holstein Programs Committee. Types of sampling approved are supervised DHI. Testing deadline is Dec. 31st, 2021. The awards will be given to registered and grade animals. All entries must be submitted to the MHA Office by the deadline of February 15th, 2022. All records will be subject to approval and verification by the Jr. Advisory Committee. Applicants must be current MJHA members. Please enclose a copy of both sides of individual cow page. Duplicate forms as need to enter additional animals. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Name _________________________________ Phone _______________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________ Name of Animal _____________________________________________________________ Registration Number (if animal has one ) _____________________________________ Type of Testing __________________________ Breed of Animal ___________________
Lactation Record Total Milk lbs. _____________________________ Total Fat lbs. ____________________ Total Protein lbs. _________________________
