Wendell, Great way to keep track of chicks!!!
For any 4H folks out there.......
Contact: Sheila G. Kelley
CSU Extension Director/Agent
4-H Youth Development
303-621-3162
Email: [email protected]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – FEB, 18, 1014
ELBERT COUNTY 4-H WELCOMES DR. TEMPLE GRANDIN
By Sheila G. Kelley, CSU/Elbert County Extension
KIOWA—Dr. Temple Grandin, the Colorado State University professor world-renowned for using insights gained from autism to design human livestock-handling systems, will be the honored speaker at an Elbert County 4-H livestock seminar on March 1.
Grandin, who has autism, often talks about the crucial role of animals in her life. She began riding and showing horses as a girl and was a member of a 4-H club in New Hampshire, where she attended board school. Her early experiences with horses provided Grandin with comfort and a sense of accomplishment during a difficult time in her life.
This work with farm animals led Grandin into the fledgling field of animal behavior. She has since used her insights – and her ability to “think in pictures” – to design humane livestock-handling systems that have revolutionized animal agriculture around the world.
During talks across the country and internationally, Grandin often encourages families to help children with autism gain skills that will help them to succeed in social and work settings.
4-H was one of the routes that helped her, she said. “4-H is an ideal way to expose children and teenagers to agriculture.”
Grandin’s story was released as an acclaimed feature film by HBO in 2010 based on the CSU professor’s early life and career. She was later named to TIME magazine’s list of 100 Most Influential People in the World.
“The event is open to the public and we invite everyone to come enjoy this special speaker. Her inspiring talk is not only for 4-H members or agriculture producers, but for people in the education system and the community as a whole,” said Elbert County Extension Director Sheila Kelley. “We’re very privileged and pleased to welcome Dr. Grandin to our county.”
This FREE educational seminar is being held March 1 at 3 p.m. at the Exhibit Hall at the Elbert County fairgrounds in Kiowa. Seating will be by reservation ONLY and must be called in to 303-621-3162 no later than 5 p.m. on February 27. Those without reservations will not be guaranteed a seat.
The Elbert County 4-H program is a cooperative effort between CSU Extension and Elbert County government.
For any 4H folks out there.......
Contact: Sheila G. Kelley
CSU Extension Director/Agent
4-H Youth Development
303-621-3162
Email: [email protected]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – FEB, 18, 1014
ELBERT COUNTY 4-H WELCOMES DR. TEMPLE GRANDIN
By Sheila G. Kelley, CSU/Elbert County Extension
KIOWA—Dr. Temple Grandin, the Colorado State University professor world-renowned for using insights gained from autism to design human livestock-handling systems, will be the honored speaker at an Elbert County 4-H livestock seminar on March 1.
Grandin, who has autism, often talks about the crucial role of animals in her life. She began riding and showing horses as a girl and was a member of a 4-H club in New Hampshire, where she attended board school. Her early experiences with horses provided Grandin with comfort and a sense of accomplishment during a difficult time in her life.
This work with farm animals led Grandin into the fledgling field of animal behavior. She has since used her insights – and her ability to “think in pictures” – to design humane livestock-handling systems that have revolutionized animal agriculture around the world.
During talks across the country and internationally, Grandin often encourages families to help children with autism gain skills that will help them to succeed in social and work settings.
4-H was one of the routes that helped her, she said. “4-H is an ideal way to expose children and teenagers to agriculture.”
Grandin’s story was released as an acclaimed feature film by HBO in 2010 based on the CSU professor’s early life and career. She was later named to TIME magazine’s list of 100 Most Influential People in the World.
“The event is open to the public and we invite everyone to come enjoy this special speaker. Her inspiring talk is not only for 4-H members or agriculture producers, but for people in the education system and the community as a whole,” said Elbert County Extension Director Sheila Kelley. “We’re very privileged and pleased to welcome Dr. Grandin to our county.”
This FREE educational seminar is being held March 1 at 3 p.m. at the Exhibit Hall at the Elbert County fairgrounds in Kiowa. Seating will be by reservation ONLY and must be called in to 303-621-3162 no later than 5 p.m. on February 27. Those without reservations will not be guaranteed a seat.
The Elbert County 4-H program is a cooperative effort between CSU Extension and Elbert County government.
