UF/IFAS
Extension Taylor County

Tag: youth

Why Taylor County Elementary Schools Need the PROSPER Botvin LifeSkills Program 


December 6, 2024

Children in Taylor County, like those in many rural and low-income communities, face unique challenges that can limit their potential to thrive. Risk factors such as limited access to resources, economic instability, and exposure to adverse ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-h, Family, Life Skills, Substance Use Prevention, Taylor County, Youth

Parent Guided/Student Driven Plan for High Schoolers


September 24, 2021

Now that kids are settling in to their school routines and the academics sessions are in full gear, it is a great time to begin the discussion and planning to ensure your child’s success well out of high school. Setting Goals Help your child ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Goals, High School, Life Skills Leadership, Parents, Students, Youth

There is No WiFi in the Woods, But a Better Connection


September 23, 2021

The change of seasons here in North Florida provides a time to encourage kids to put away the tablets and phones and get in touch with the outdoors. Youth need time to reconnect with nature. A great way to teach them about the great outdoors ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Conservation, Curriculum, Forests, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, Relationships & Family, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Children, Mental Health, Nature, Outdoors, Quality Time, Woods, Youth

How to Make Social Distancing More Fun for Kids at Home


March 30, 2020

While we are all learning a new norm of how-to social distance ourselves, let’s try to find ways to make the best of it. There are lots of activities we an still do with our family during this time. For many families this is the first time ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Activities, Children, Cooking, Coronavirus, Covid19, Family, Nutrition, Together, Youth

During This Unprecedented Time of Social Distancing, Try Cooking With Your Kids


March 26, 2020

Many people are staying at home right now without a clue of what to do while social distancing due to the coronavirus. Instead of looking at it as a disruption or inconvenience, let's look at it as a time to reconnect with our family. There ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Family, Kids, Nutrition, Recipes, Social Distancing, Tips, Youth