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Ideas for an online 4-H SPIN club
Published on March 30, 2020
Here are some ideas to gather families for 4-H programming completely online. -
Offering an online 4-H SPIN club
Published on March 30, 2020
Have you considered offering a 4-H SPIN club online? -
Best practices when connecting with youth by text message and social media
Published on March 19, 2020
Social media and texting are alternative ways to connect with youth, but volunteers must consider some best practices. -
Ways 4-H volunteers can support youth when not in person
Published on March 16, 2020
4-H volunteers can still support youth in their project work even when it can’t be done in person . -
Michigan AmeriCorps members are “getting things done” for Michigan 4-H
Published on March 3, 2020
AmeriCorps members serving with MSU Extension’s 4-H STEAM Corps program are making a positive impact on youth and communities throughout the state. -
MSU Distinguished Academic Staff honoree credits Michigan 4-H for igniting his successful career
Published on February 27, 2020
MSU Extension’s Brandon Schroeder was recently honored with MSU's Distinguished Academic Staff Award. However, before joining MSU Extension 15 years ago, Schroeder was already a part of the Extension community: he spent his youth as a Michigan 4-H member. -
Essential elements of 4-H: Generosity
Published on February 18, 2020
Youth learn life skills through helping others and having an impact on their communities. -
Keeping youth safe: Surprises versus secrets
Published on February 12, 2020
Help youth and adults understand the difference between surprises and secrets. -
Help youth build the Five C’s: Competence, confidence, connection, character and compassion
Published on February 10, 2020
Volunteers can take these simple steps to help youth build the Five C’s. -
4-H provides youth with leadership and a sense of community for life
Published on December 30, 2019
A Michigan youth writes of the skills gained through her 4-H experience.