Kids and Teens/4-H Information

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2008 Communication Contest Photos
(Posted on 4/16/2008)
Photos from the 2008 Story County Communication Contest of award winners and candids.

Central Area Tech Team
(Posted on 1/10/2008)
The Central Area Tech Team is a new 4-H club formed in October 2007. The group has 16 members from throughout the Central Iowa area, bringing together 4-H youth who have a mutual interest in all things tech-related!

Clover Kids Newsletters
(Posted on 12/21/2007)
What kinds of new and exciting things can Clover Kids explore and learn about? There are so many fun things to do in these clubs for kids in kindergarten through third grade!

4-H Foundation Now Accepting Grant Applications
(Posted on 11/25/2007)
The Story County 4-H Foundation offers grants to support youth and adults in the 4-H program. Distributions come from interest and gains on the endowment.

Story County 4-H Newsletters
(Posted on 10/11/2007)
Get up-to-date on your 4-H news by reading current and past issues of the Story County 4-H Newsletter.

Talk to Your Teen about Driving
(Posted on 3/24/2007)
One year before your teenager is ready to get their permit, sit down and talk about the major points of driving. Use these strategies to help prepare future drivers.

2008 4-H Communications Contest Results
(Posted on 12/1/2006)
Nearly 110 Story County 4-H youth including Clover Kids participated in the 4-H Communication Contest. Judges evaluated each entry and award state fair rosette, alternate state fair rosette, top award rosette, purple, blue, red, or white ribbons.

4-H Foundation Board -- 4-H Pathway to the Future
(Posted on 8/8/2006)
The Story County 4-H Foundation is building a 4-H Pathway to the Future. Purchase one or more bricks to be permanently installed in a pathway at the fairgrounds.

2006 Story County Fair Results
(Posted on 8/8/2006)
Results from the 2006 Story County Fair.

Photos of County Fair Winners
(Posted on 11/16/2005)
Photos of trophy winners from the Story County Fair.

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

11/09/2008 Babysitting Basics Training Course

More Child Care That Works events

View the complete ISU Extension events Calendar

Staff

Annette Brown-Youth Development Field Specialist
Phone: (515) 432-3882
Fax: (515) 432-3883
Email: annbrown@iastate.edu

Nicole Bruce-Program Assistant
Phone: (515) 382-6551
Fax: (515) 382-2696
Email: henrynic@iastate.edu

Mary Wilkins-County 4-H Youth Coordinator
Phone: (515) 382-6551
Fax: (515) 382-2696
Email: mwilkins@iastate.edu

Story County Extension