It All Began with Ag…
4-H began with the seed of an idea. In 1902, America needed folks to embrace new advances in agriculture. But leaders with open minds, strong hearts and willing hands weren't in abundance. Luckily, kids were. By empowering the next generation to lead, 4-H took root,...
Understanding the 4-H Project
Make a Difference Monday, our online volunteer training series, kicked off this past Monday night! This year's series focuses on helping youth develop a sense of Mastery, one of the Essential Elements of a positive youth development. Mastery is all about building...
Time Saving Tips for the Kitchen
My husband calls me the one-trip-wonder because of my stubborn refusal to make more than one trip in from the car regardless of the size or number of items needing to be carried in. I know he thinks I’m crazy, but really, who has time to make 27 trips from the car to...
Packing a Healthy School Lunch
Packing the kids’ lunches for school means you know which nutritious foods they are eating. Here are some budget-friendly, creative ideas to keep kids happy and healthy at lunchtime. Make a “Smarter” Sandwich: While some kids prefer the same thing every day, others...
Time Saving Technology- There’s an App for That!
Who doesn’t want a little more time? I am always looking for ways to help me get more done in the time I have. Over the years, I have found some great applications that I would like to share with busy 4-H parents and volunteers: ANYLIST—this is a great application...
How to Address Bullying at School
Research shows that 20-40% of children are bullied in some way. Whether bullying is verbal, physical, or done online it is a very real problem that can happen in any school, even among young school-age children. A safe and secure environment is key for the Essential...
4-H Opportunities at School
For more than 100 years, 4-H clubs have been (and still are) the backbone of our youth development program. But did you know that 4-H also provides opportunities for youth to participate in programs during and after school? Not all youth have access to transportation...
Tips for Preparing your Child Emotionally for a New School
As summer break comes to a close, many children will be experiencing changes in their school experience at an entirely new school. Be sure to make the transition as easy as possible by talking with your child about the positive experiences they may have this new...
Smart Strategies for Back to School Savings
In many parts of Florida, school starts in less than a week! Depending on where you live, what school your children attend, and what grade they are in, back to school supplies can cost the average family anywhere from $100 to $500! Keeping this in mind, it is time to...
Beat the Heat this Summer – Stay Hydrated for Health
Summer is in full swing and our part of the country is very hot. When the temperature rises, proper hydration is extra important. You need to provide your body with the fluid that it needs to stay healthy. Water regulates many different body processes, including body...