Kids and Teens/4-H Information

Local News

Tufts' 4-H Study of Positive Youth Development
(Posted on 11/1/2007)
The Tufts' 4-H study of positive youth development found that youth involved in high-quality, structured programs during out-of-school time are more likely to experience positive youth development.

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Thirty-five Monona Middle School Youth Take Extreme Leadership Adventure
(Posted on 5/1/2007)
Monona County youth learn that leadership involves skills and attitudes in working together.

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Teach Your Pre-schooler About Spending & Saving
(Posted on 3/29/2007)
Thrive by FiveTM: Teaching Your Preschooler About Spending and Saving--free activities and other resources for parents who want to encourage healthy attitudes about money in young children.

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Iowa State Offers Programs and Activities for Youth Pre K-12
(Posted on 3/28/2007)
If you are looking for programs and activities designed with your children in mind you have come to the right place. Check out these summer and continuous events offered by ISU.

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Barn Restoration Inspires 4-H Projects Across Iowa
(Posted on 9/8/2006)
Iowa barns capture the imagination of 4-H youth who help record history and turn nostalgia into local pride and economic growth.

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Eat to Compete!
(Posted on 4/24/2006)
Visit ISU Extension's Sport Nutrition web site for up-to-date information on the role of nutrition in physical performance.

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PROGRESSIVE AGRICULTURE SAFETY DAYS AT MAPLE VALLEY ELEMENTARY
(Posted on 4/14/2006)
ISU Extension works with Community partners to teach farm and home safety at Maple Valley School

News from Iowa State University Extension

4-H Youth Take Challenge to 'Green' Environment
(Posted on 5/6/2008)
National 4-H Conference Iowa delegatesFour 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)
4-HTo 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


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Staff

Nancy McGrain-County Youth Coordinator
Phone: (712) 423-2175
Fax: (712) 423-3056
Email: nmcgrain@iastate.edu

Cheri Hardison-County Extension Education Director
Phone: (712) 423-2175
Fax: (712) 423-3056
Email: chardi@iastate.edu

Eugenia Hanlon-Family Life Field Specialist
Phone: 712-297-8611
Fax:
Email: ehanlon@iastate.edu

Steph Anderson-Youth Development Field Specialist
Phone: 712-276-2157
Fax:
Email: stephand@iastate.edu

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