Category: Curriculum

Back-to-School with Calves and Cowboys

by cclarson
July 22, 2025

The supply lists are out, the sales are on, and afternoon storms are in full swing: this can only mean one thing--it's back-to-school in Florida! This year, when students return to school, they might get to meet someone much more interesting ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Conservation, Curriculum, Events, Health & Nutrition, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Tags: Agriculture, Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Dairy Nutrition, Environment, Livestock, School, Youth

Inside the Capitol: Youth Voices from 4-H Legislature in Tallahassee

by Marissa Alexander
July 8, 2025

Every summer, Florida 4-H members travel to the state Capitol in Tallahassee to take part in something truly unique called 4-H Legislature. For one exciting week, they step into the roles of senators, representatives, lobbyists, and party leaders. ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Events, UF/IFAS Extension

Graduate Student Spotlight with Nadia Mourad: Advancing Maize Genetics

by Eva Sailly
June 29, 2025

It took one elective to pivot Nadia's initial pursuit of human health research into a Ph.D. candidate in the Plant Molecular and Cellular Biology Program. Nadia Mourad now works under the mentorship of Dr. Karen Koch, who was recently honored ... READ MORE

Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Professional Development, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
Tags: Corn, De Sousa, Genetics, Horticultural Sciences, Karen Koch, Koch, Maize, Nadia Mourad, Plant Breeding, Plant Molecular And Cellular Biology, PMCB, Student, Teaching

Sarasota 4-H Recognizes Youth Achievements

by Sarah Davis
June 25, 2025

Sarasota 4-H End of Year Ceremony On June 5, we held our 4-H Awards Ceremony, recognizing youth achievements. At this ceremony, 4-H members from around the county came to receive their record book ribbons and medals for their outstanding accomplishments ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Achievement, Honor, Pgm_4H, Youth

Sarasota 4-H County Council and Club Updates

by Erin Nadel and Sarah Davis

June 25, 2025

Read below to learn about Sarasota County's council, club, and state-wide updates. Feel free to reach out to 4-H@scgov.net if you have any questions or need more information. Club Updates Foxmill Kids & Colts: Foxmill Kids ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Club, Council, County Council, Pgm_4H

iLEAD – Where Leadership and 4-H Collide

by Erin Nadel
June 20, 2025

During my internship with UF/IFAS Extension 4-H, I had the privilege to volunteer at the youth 4-H iLEAD: Intermediate Leadership Conference. This conference focuses on developing key leadership skills such as communication and teamwork. ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: 4-H, ILead, Pgm_4H

Meet Leah Acevedo – Broward 4-H Intern

by Kenan Bridges
June 3, 2025

Hello! My name is Leah Acevedo, and I was born in Miami, Florida. Growing up, I always loved the outdoors. I loved going to the beach with my family or spending an entire day at the park. My favorite days were spent kayaking in the ocean or ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Curriculum, UF/IFAS Extension

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