Presentation Day
Stanislaus County Presentation Day
Date: March 23, 2024
Location: Ag Center, 3800 Cornucopia, Way, Modesto
Harvest Hall Rooms: ABC D/E G
Register HERE
Please note that divisions are based on age and not grade so we will align with the State Presentation Day divisions. Primary members may enter either as individuals or as a Primary team. Primary members may not be on teams with Juniors, Intermediates, or Seniors.
We will need one evaluator for every 3 presentations. Evaluators, Room Hosts and other helpers register here:
What is a 4-H Presentation?
A presentation is a method used to communicate an idea by showing and/or telling. These presentations can be in one of nine categories. See the complete description by clicking on the Presentation Day Manual below. A summary of poster and visual aid requirements, length, questions, note cards, and attire are here:
Matrix of Presentation Formats
- A Demonstration is where you make something or do something. There is a final product.
- An Illustrated Talk in which a topic is discussed using visual aids such as charts, posters, photos, computer programs, models, or cutouts.
- An Impromptu (or Extemporaneous Speech) in which Senior members have 30 minutes (3 min at State) to prepare a presentation on pre-announced topics. See this site: http://4h.ucanr.edu/4-H_Events/SFD/PD/
- An Informative Prepared Speech in which a topic is discussed without visual aides. Advocacy of political or religious views is not appropriate.
- Persuasive Prepared Speech is to sway, convince, and influence, not simply to argue. Advocacy of political or religious views is not appropriate.
- An Interpretive Reading in which the member will read and give their interpretation of any published written work that is age-appropriate.
- Share the Fun is a presentation where a group performs acts such as skits and other presentations that focus on health, safety, community pride, citizenship, science, engineering or technology or other 4-H project or projects. Must include a topic surrounding 4-H. (Limit of 10 members per group for county)
- Educational Display Talk is an organized visual presentation of a program or concept designed to convey its message in a limited amount of time. Speakers are expected to introduce the display and answer questions.
- Cultural Arts- Individual participants, groups, projects, clubs, etc. perform a costumed dramatic reading, musical, dance, or other such performing art.
- Science or Engineering Presentation--Science focuses on making sense of the world by constructing knowledge and an engineering presentation focuses on finding suitable solutions to problems by weighing design choices. See State manual for more explanation.
- Infographic - An infographic is a visual representation of data and information. The term is short for Informational Graphic. In recent years, the term has come to mean a specific type of visual, often containing a collection of different images, charts and graphs centered on a single topic using minimal text. Infographics convey a specific message by using data presented in an eye-catching manner to educate and/or persuade an audience by communicating information quickly and clearly.
- Video Essay - Insightful and entertaining, a Video Essay can be used to present any topic the presenter is passionate about. This form of communication is known for its audio visual content with voiceover commentary offering in-depth analysis by its creator. The video essay is linear, time-based, and requires a complex interplay of developing ideas and gathered material.
See State Manual for more details:
Presentation Day Manual
Manual for Infographic & Video Essay Presentation Day Manual (Infographic & Video Essay Manual)
4-H Presentation helps you learn to:
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Research a subject
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Organize ideas in a logical order
- Be a teacher and practice public speaking skills
Regional In-Person Presentation Day: March 24-April 13, 2024
Some counties may be offering an in-person regional event. Youth may attend after qualifying with a blue or gold award at a County 4-H Presentation event (either in-person or virtual). In-person event registrations can be found on the In-Person Regional Presentation Events page.
Upcoming Regional In-Person Events:
3/24/2024 - Central Sierra in Jackson
4/6/2024 - Bay Area in Antioch
4/6/2024 - Southern California in Riverside
4/13/2024 - Northern California in Los Molinos
4/13/2024 - Northern California in Cedarville
4/13/2024 - Central Valley in Corcoran
Regional Virtual Presentation Day:
April 10-20, 2024
Statewide a virtual regional event will be offered. Youth may attend after qualifying with a blue or gold award at a County 4-H Presentation event (either in-person or virtual). The virtual event registrations can be found on the Virtual Regional Presentation Event page.
Upcoming Regional Virtual Events:
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Thursday, April 11, 2024 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Saturday, April 13, 2024 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Saturday, April 13, 2024 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Monday, April 15, 2024 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Thursday, April 18, 2024 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Saturday, April 20, 2024 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Saturday, April 20, 2024 1:00PM - 3:00PM
NEW FOR 2024 - To ensure an appropriate evaluator-to-presenter ratio, we are modifying our presenter registration process. We will open Evaluator registrations in February. Presenter registration will be contingent on the number of evaluators already registered. Starting on March 6, 2024, and continuing every Wednesday through April 17, 2024, at 6 PM, we will release presenter slots for youth participants based on the number of evaluators we have registered. Registration for presenter slots will operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
State In-Person: May 25, 2024
Wellman Hall & Hart Hall, UC Davis
Register HERE!
Procedures
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.
On the day of the event, presenters must check-in at the front of Wellman Hall to get your room assignments.
- Morning presentations: Check in 8:30 am to 9:30 am
- Afternoon presentations: Check in 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
During your scheduled time block, go to your assigned room and present when it is your turn.
Evaluators will enter their scores and comments digitally or using paper forms, which will be sent to the “tally room.”
Results will be announced at the Virtual Award Ceremony: TBD
State Virtual Presentation Day:
May 8-18, 2024
Online via ZOOM: Register HERE!
Procedures
After registering, presenters will receive a confirmation for their time block with a Zoom meeting link a week after registration closes.
During your scheduled time block, log on with a computer/tablet or smart phone and present in front of a camera/webcam. You may use poster boards and props (if the category permits these) or use digital slides by “sharing my screen.” All requirements from the 4-H Presentation Manual apply. Modifications may be required for group presentations, such as Share the 4-H Fun Skit or Cultural Arts.
Evaluators will enter their scores and comments digitally, which will be sent to the “tally room.”
Results will be announced at the Virtual Award Ceremony: TBD