4-H Today
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Filling the STEM Pipeline: National 4-H Council and Lockheed Martin to Prepare More Diverse Youth for STEM Careers
National 4‑H Council and Lockheed Martin announced today the launch of a new national program, STEM Futures, to inspire more American youth to discover and explore career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). The three year, $3 million commitment will build a STEM pipeline of future scientists, engineers and community science professionals.
Colleen Murray and Sean Flynn Recognized as 4-H Youth Innovators of the Year for Excellence in STEM
National 4‑H Council and HughesNet, the nation’s #1 satellite Internet service provider from Hughes Network Systems (Hughes), announced Colleen Murray from Delaware and Sean Flynn from New York as the 4‑H Innovators of the Year. This recognition distinguishes teens who display a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM).
4-H Parent POV: James Experiences Loss and Acceptance
James was growing older, and he was busy going to school, spending time with his friends…
4-H Alumni Spotlight: Elizabeth Riley
Wood shavings, goat hair, and judging notebooks characterized my summers growing up, rather than the traditional…
Pledge to Youth: 4-H Youth Meet the POTUS
It’s a 4-H tradition. 4-H’ers have met with every U.S. President dating back to 1912 when…
4-H Parent POV: When James Met Goldie, and Seven Others
A family friend had some chickens on his farm and offered to give four to James.…
Alumni Spotlight: Otha Thornton, President, National Parent Teacher Association
How do we strengthen the connection between family and youth development? It’s with various in-school and…
4-H Parent POV: James Builds a Coop
James was an energetic but sensitive young boy growing up the middle child of three boys.…
4-H and My Wildly Unanticipated Life
It’s so easy to forget the meaning of words that we often recite. I’m no different;…
4-H Alumni Spotlight: Ariel Rivers
We continue to share the amazing stories of adults who credit their experience and life lessons…
Happy Birthday, Cooperative Extension System!
May 8, 2014 marks the 100th anniversary of the Smith-Lever Act, important legislation signed into law…