Kids and Teens/4-H Information

News from Iowa State University Extension

Research Proves What Iowans Know: 4-H Builds Youth Skills Long-term
(Posted on 10/6/2008)

A recent Tufts University study shows that 4-H’ers contribute more to their families and communities, achieve higher grades in school and are more likely to go to college than youth who are not in 4-H, or even youth who participate in other out-of-school programs.

4-H Quilt Shows How Life Can Change for Parkersburg Youth
(Posted on 9/29/2008)

Laura Edeker was working on her 4-H quilt in Clarksville, so she and her family weren't home in Parkersburg when the tornado destroyed their home.

Grain Safety: Avoid the Grain Flow
(Posted on 9/29/2008)
Farm Safety Week may be over, but the need for safe practices continues throughout the harvest season, especially as related to the handling and storing of grain.

Disposable Diaper and Water Conservation Are Keys to 4-H National Youth Science Day
(Posted on 9/16/2008)
A clean disposable diaper can unlock the secret of water conservation. Who would have guessed? Only the hundreds of Iowa 4-H’ers who will be participating in the first National Science Experiment during National 4-H Week. Oct. 5-11.

Famous Alumni Sign off on 4-H'er’s Poster
(Posted on 9/11/2008)

One 4-Her's goal to educate others about the diversity of former members becomes a signature exhibit to promote 4-H.

4-H Members Attend Iowa 4-H Recognition Day
(Posted on 9/11/2008)
4-H'ers interview for the opportunity to serve as delegates to the National 4-H Congress and National 4-H Conference and for state project awards. Local participant photos and captions available.

Staff

Valerie White-Child and Adult Care Food Program Coordinator/Program Coordinator
Phone: (641) 782-8426
Fax: (641) 782-7213
Email: vwhite@iastate.edu

Ray Reynolds-Youth Field Specialist
Phone: (641) 782-8426
Fax: (641) 782-7213
Email: raymondr@iastate.edu

Cheryl Purdum-Clover Kids Youth Coordinator
Phone: (641) 782-8426
Fax: (641) 782-7213
Email: x1purdum@iastate.edu

Sharon Wasteney-County Extension Education Director
Phone: (641) 782-8426
Fax: (641) 782-7213
Email: swasten@iastate.edu

Suzanne Johnston-Youth Coordinator
Phone: (641) 782-8426
Fax: (641) 782-7213
Email: sujohn@iastate.edu