youth development/4-H

4-H Facts:
 
Motto:   “To Make the Best Better”

Pledge:    I pledge…
My Head to clearer thinking,
My Heart to greater loyalty,
My Hands to larger service, and
My Health to better living, for my club, my community, my country, and my world.

The 4-H Mission:
To assist youth in acquiring knowledge, developing life skills and forming attitudes that will enable them to become self directing, productive and contributing members in society.

Emblem:
The 4-H emblem is the four-leaf clover with the letter “H” on each leaf.

A place that is all about FUN!!!!
*Positive youth development

*Ages range between 5 – 19

*53% Girls / 47% Boys

*57% of 4-H members are in urban areas.


4-H Clubs, Afterschool programs and local state events give you access to...
Animals, arts, character education, clothing communication, community service, food and nutrition, plants and gardening, science and technology, and much more!

Hands on learning experiences, youth / adult mentorships, lifelong friendships, safe learning environments, leadership, learning at your own pace, and community service opportunities are all part of the experiences at 4-H.
 

South Dakota State University, South Dakota Counties and U.S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating South Dakota State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Male/Female) and offers all benefits, services, and educational and employment opportunities without regard for ancestry, age, race, citizenship, color, creed, religion, gender, disability, national origin, sexual preference, or Vietnam Era veteran status.