Kids and Teens/4-H Information

Local News

2008 Junior 4-H Camp
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
Does swimming, hiking (even at night), climbing wall, and cooking over a campfire sound like fun? Then Junior 4-H Camp is the place for you!

Clover Kids Summer Program
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
Where the Action is...Franklin County Clover Kids. The summer program for Kindergarten - third graders.

Publications Online
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
Look here to find ISU Extension publications online! Topics include: Families & Consumers, Agriculture Production & Management, Community & Business Interests, Natural Resources, and Other Interests.

ISU Extension in Franklin County is offering Better Kid Care Programs
(Posted on 9/19/2007)
The ISU Franklin County Extension Office will be hosting four Better Kid Care satellite workshops this fall and next spring. This program is for childcare providers. Registration and pre-activities begin at 6:00 PM.

News from Iowa State University Extension

4-H Youth Take Challenge to 'Green' Environment
(Posted on 5/6/2008)

Four youth and two adult delegates return from the National 4-H Youth Conference inspired by their experiences and eager to share them with others and use them to enhance the Iowa 4-H program.

2008 ISU Students of Distinction link their excellence to 4-H experiences
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
Two 4-H alumni are the recipients of the 2008 Iowa State University Students of Distinction awards and acknowledge their 4-H backgrounds as instrumental in developing the skills that have helped them succeed.

4-H Horse Jamboree Winners Announced
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
Almost 300 Iowa 4-H'ers competed in the 10th annual 4-H Youth Horse Jamboree April 12-13 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.

4-H’ers Say Clubs Build Communication, Citizenship, Leadership Skills
(Posted on 4/30/2008)

To find out how 4-H clubs improve youths’ communication, citizenship and leadership skills, ISU Extension surveyed 466 randomly selected 4-H club members.

Apply Now for New 4-H Equine Science Scholarship to Ellsworth Community College
(Posted on 4/29/2008)
Current and former 4-H’ers are eligible for a new $750 Iowa 4-H Foundation scholarship. Application deadline is May 16.

2008 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference to “Ignite the Flame” in Youth
(Posted on 4/23/2008)
Iowa 4-H Youth Conference planners work to draw and inspire youth across Iowa during the annual event slated June 24-26 this year.

ISU Extension Book Receives Arbor Day Foundation Award
(Posted on 4/21/2008)
“The Forest Where Ashley Lives,” a children’s book published by Iowa State University Extension, has received an Education Award from this nonprofit education and conservation organization.

Iowa 4-H Center offers numerous opportunities for teen campers
(Posted on 4/16/2008)
Iowa 4-H Center markets to teenagers by offering various opportunities for high school aged campers.

ISU Extension Audio: Interviews for the Week of April 14
(Posted on 4/16/2008)
Listen to an interview with a NASA specialist about living your dreams, as well as interviews about farmers’ corn planting intentions, the Clay County Fair, options for gardeners and more.

Events

Child Care That Works

05/15/2008 Better Kid Care Training

More Child Care That Works events

View the complete ISU Extension events Calendar

Staff

Gail Castillo-4-H Youth Development Specialist
Phone: 641-456-4811
Fax: 641-456-4811
Email: gail@iastate.edu

Beverly Peters-County Extension Education Director
Phone: 641-456-4811
Fax: 641-456-4811
Email: beverly@iastate.edu

Jackie Dohlman-County Youth Coordinator
Phone: 641-456-4811
Fax: 641-456-4811
Email: jackied@iastate.edu

Franklin County Extension