HANDS• Youth learn through “Hands On”

activities and grow and contribute as active citizens through service and leadership.

HEALTH

Youth are physically and emotionally safe.

PROGRAMS• Challenge Adventure Education

• Animals and Animal Science

• Clothing and Textiles

• Citizenship and Civic Education

• Communication and Expressive Arts

• Food, Nutrition, Health and Fitness

• Global and Cultural Education

• Natural Resources and Environmental Education

• Personal Development and Leadership

• Plant and Soil Science

• Science and Technology

4-H Educational Philosophy

The “Learning By Doing” philosophy of 4-H emphasizes the importance of involving members in the learning process.

Learn group cooperation Develop leadership skills Improve citizenship Gain knowledge Develop skills Have fun

The 4-H Motto

The 4-H motto is “To Make The Best Better.” It emphasizes the aim of each member in improving project work and in building better clubs and communities.

4-H Colors & Emblem

•The 4-H colors are Green and White.

•The 4-H emblem is a Green Four-leaf Clover. The green four-leaf clover has a white “H” on each leaf to represent one of the four H’s- Head, Heart, Hands, and Health.

Types of 4-H Membership

• Organized 4-H Club

• Special Interest

• School Enrichment

All aim to get 4-H members actively involved in Learning!

Organized 4-H Club

1. May be single project clubs, multi-project (community) clubs or family clubs.

2. Has Officers

3. Meets regularly over an extended period of time.

4. Variety of learning activities

5. Has planned yearly program

Special Interest

1. Focused on a specific learning experience

2. Usually organized by Extension

School Enrichment

1. Organized around one particular subject area.

2. Coordinated by Extension in cooperation with school officials.

3. Part of school curriculum.