UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
The 4-H program in Orange County serves more than 800 members guided and mentored by 314 volunteers in areas such as leadership, citizenship and healthy living. In Orange County, the main projects areas offered to youth are in… Read More
Youth engaging in community service increase their awareness of challenges their peers may face on a daily basis. Seventeen years ago, 201 children were identified as homeless in Marion County. Alarmingly, the number has now reached approximately 3,000… Read More
For the past several years STEM has been a big buzzword in both the political and educational arenas. Now were are moving from STEM to STEAM. What is STEAM you wonder? The next generation of the STEM movement…. Read More
Each day of National 4-H Week will have a themed activity that Madison youth will be able to complete on their own or in small groups. These activities will allow the exploration of the Essential Elements of 4-H:… Read More
Horse shows carry the weight of so many emotions – nervousness, excitement, disappointment, frustration, pride, jealousy, confidence… They have a lot of immediate reward, or lack-thereof, in the form of ribbons and placements; however, sometimes yielding the knowledge… Read More
Please join us Oct. 4 as we present and discuss the results of a recent University of Florida review of our 4-H Youth Development Program. This opportunity to learn more about this valuable program and share your thoughts… Read More
The 4-H program at UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County has a long, cherished history of working closely with the Sarasota County Fair. Part of that is offering our 4-H youth members the opportunity to present their arts and crafts… Read More
Throughout this year, I have heard several times “every child is a winner, that’s why we are giving all the kids a trophy [or medal or ribbon].” But when a child hands back the award because they already… Read More
4-H North Florida Fair Projects Due It’s time to prep your 4-H projects for North Florida Fair! Typed forms are due by Oct. 9th with items you THINK you will be turning in this year. Projects themselves must… Read More
Youth participating in judging teams learn how to make decisions, have improved public speaking skills and contribute through teamwork. These lessons pave a strong foundation for career success. Out of state travel is another perk for successful judging… Read More
