Contact
Cindy Ham, President
Phone: 870-246-2281
Email: cham@uada.edu
University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
Cooperative Extension Service
2301 S. University Avenue
Little Rock, AR 72204
Arkansas Association of Extension 4-H Agents
(AAE4-HA)
The Arkansas Association of Extension 4-H Agents (AAE4-HA) is an affiliate organization
of the National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals (NAE4-HYDP) . The purpose is to promote the profession of Extension 4-H youth work in Arkansas
and to encourage professional improvement among all Extension personnel.
Seeking Nominations
AAE4-HA is seeking nominations for Extension Professional of the Year and Volunteer of the Year. Nominations should be based on contributions to 4-H. Winners will be recognized during the Annually during State O-Rama. Please return all nominations to the AAE4-HA Past President or Creenna Bocksnick (cbocksnick@uada.edu)
Extension Professional of the Year
Why Join AAE4-HA?
AAE4-HA membership offers many benefits:
- Professional Improvement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Peer Recognition
- Personal Growth
What does it cost?
Annual AAE4-HA dues are $90 and should be sent to the AAE4-HA treasurer. Dues can be paid with:
- cash
- check payable to AAE4-HA
- credit union account transfer
- indirect account
How do I Join?
Membership is open to all professional, county, area, state staff members, and paraprofessionals such as 4-H Program Assistants of the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service who work with the 4-H youth development program. Membership is available to other youth development professionals, former NAE4-HA members and NAE4-HA donors and supporters.
Awards & Scholarships
AAE4-HA membership also offers scholarships and awards. Members apply for a variety of awards from communications and publications to GIS and STEM recognition. To learn more the NAE4-HYDP Awards and Scholarships site.
Congratulations to our 2022 winners!
Communicator Awards
Educational Package – Individual – Lori Canada
Educational Package – Team – Jesse Bocksnick, Creenna Bocksnick, Ashley Dingman
Media Presentation – Isaac Gauvey
Promotional Piece – Individual – Rachel Bearden
Social Media Package/Campaign – Individual – Ashley Dingman
Social Media Package/Campaign – Team – Hope Bragg, Ashley Dingman, Lori Canada
Social Media Piece – Individual – Rachel Bearden
Social Media Piece – Team – Jesse Bocksnick, Creenna Bocksnick, Ashley Dingman
Specialty Awards
Denise Miller National 4-H Innovator Award – Megan Maulden
Educational Technology Award – Lori Canada & Hope Bragg
Excellence in 4-H Club Support Award – Jeanie Rowbotham & Cindy Ham
Excellence in Animal Science Award – Jeanie Rowbotham, Cindy Ham, Rachel Bearden, Scharidi Barber
Excellence in Camping Award – Creenna Bocksnick
Excellence in Natural Resources/Environmental Education Award – Eric De Vries, Shannon Caldwell, Taylor Knox, Roanna Wilson, Marshall Dickey, Justin Kirkes, Phyllis Scurlock, Hannah McCoy
Excellence in Peer Professional Development Award – Hope Bragg & Lori Canada
Excellence in Shooting Sports – Jesse Bocksnick, Shannon Andress (AL), Todd Williver (OR), David White (OR)
Excellence in Teamwork Award – Megan Maulden, Kris Boulton, Nicole Nichols
Jim Kahler Excellence in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Award – Lori Canada
Service Awards
Morgan Taylor – Rookie of the Year
Rachel Bearden & Lori Canada– Achievement in Service Award
Creenna Bocksnick & Hope Bragg – Distinguished Service Award
Erica Williams – Meritorious Service Award
NAE4-HYDP Conference
In 2022, members from all over the country will join in Madison, WI for the NAE4-HYDP Conference. Members will participate in networking opportunities, breakout sessions, and general sessions. This year's conference is scheduled for October 11-13, 2022 at the Monona Terrace in Downtown Madison. Enjoy the fine hospitality that Wisconsin has to offer!
Organization Resources
2021-2020 Officers
Past President: Samantha Horn
President: Cindy Ham
President Elect: Sarah Enoch
Vice-President: Morgan Taylor
Secretary: Casey Ford
Treasurer: Rachel Bearden
District Vice President LRSO: Ashley Dingman
District Vice President Ouachita: Bethany Bailey
District Vice President Delta: Pia Woods
District Vice President Ozark: Billie Collins
2022-2023 Committee Chairs
Professional Development Team Chair:
Research & Programs Team Chair:
Marketing and Outreach Team Chair:
Finance and Operations Team Chair:
Member Services Team Chair:
State Relations Team Chair: