4-H Youth Development

4-H Youth Development

4-H Youth Development

4-H is an organization for youth committed to building outstanding leaders with marketable skills to succeed in today’s global society. Youth in grades K-3 can participate in 4-H Cloverbuds and youth ages 9-18 can participate in 4-H. 4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults. We strive to make the best better.

What is 4-H?

4-H Youth Development is part of Kentucky Cooperative Extension.  Extension’s mission is to give all young people access to opportunity through non-formal education for the entire family to make a positive difference in the lives of Kentucky citizens.  Extension agents and volunteers take the results of university research and explain it in such a way that different age groups can learn and apply the information to their own lives. Kentucky 4-H believes in providing positive, hands-on, youth development experiences that all youth to experience belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity.  

4-H is a youth organization committed to building outstanding leaders with marketable skills to succeed in today’s global society. 4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults. The four H's represent the idea of HeadHeartHandsand Health. These are the values members work on through fun and engaging programs.

Head   Managing, Thinking

Heart   Relating, Caring

Hands   Giving, Working

Health   Being, Living

4-H Assistant Application

Our 4-H team is looking for an Assistant to support the program's goals and connect with the community. Previous experience in education or working with youth is preferred. Responsibilities include project/event planning and execution, recruiting and connecting with community members, while furthering the mission of the Campbell County Extension Office. Application deadline is 10/23/2023

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Achievement Program

The 4-H Achievement Program is intended to recognize 4-H participants who have outstanding accomplishments and incentivize youth to increase their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

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4-H Project Record Books

Each project you submit to the fair must be accompanied by a completed Record Book!

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2024 Piggy Bank Design Entry Form

The 2024 Piggy Bank Design Contest is still accepting entries until 12/1/23. This contest is a creative way for youth to learn the importance of saving money and reducing debt. Please see the attached flyer and entry form to learn more about this opportunity and how to submit your piggy bank.

Entry Form

Upcoming 4-H Events

Check out our upcoming events and programs!

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2023-24 Enrollment

Enrollment for the 2023-24 year is open! Your youth must be re-enrolled each year!

Enroll in 4-H Cloverbuds (grades K-3)

Enroll in 4-H (ages 9-18)

4-H Logo

4-H Clubs

4-H Cloverbuds Flyer
2023 Dog Club Flyer

 

4-H/FFA Livestock Club Meeting

4-H Fishing Club: for youth ages 7-15. They will meet on the following dates: March 16, April 20, May 18, June 15, July 20, and August 17 from 5:30-7pm. Some meetings will be at the Cooperative Extension Office, some will be at the EEC. Call 859-572-2600 to register!

 

 

Nature Club Flyer

This club is for those interested in rabbit and poultry. Mark the Rabbit & Poultry Club on your enrollment form to get the latest updates on club meetings!

Coming January 2024

The 4-H Saddle-Up Club meets the first Thursday of each month. Be sure to sign up for this club on your 4-H Enrollment form to receive club information and updates.

 

Be sure to check back at school breaks to see what 4-H is offering!

This club is for youth ages 9-18. Please contact 4-H Extension Agent Kellsey Agnew for more information.

4-H Teen Leadership November

4-H Sewing club was a success! Thanks to Stacey, an amazing sewing leader, six 4-H’ers completed multiple projects over the past 7 weeks. The 4-H’ers learned the parts of a sewing machine, how to operate it, how to hand sew, ironing techniques, and then used their skills to complete a pin cushion, neck pillow, scrunchie, tote bag, and a garment. A special thanks to two parent volunteers who provided assistance with the sewing projects. Please Click Here to view our photos from Sewing Club

How does 4-H benefit youth?

4-H’ers, regardless of their background, socio-economic status, race or gender, benefit from their participation in Kentucky 4-H. Positive youth development studies have affirmed that compared to other youth, young people involved in 4-H are:

  • Four times more likely to contribute to their communities. 
  • Two times more likely to be  civically active.
  • Two times more likely to make healthier lifestyle choices.
  • Two times more likely to participate in Science, Engineering and Computer Technology  programs during out-of-school time.
  • 4-H girls are two times more likely (Grade 10) and nearly three times more likely (Grade 12) to take part in science programs compared to girls in other out-of-school time activities.

4-H Volunteers

Simply put, Kentucky’s 4-H program wouldn’t exist without its thousands of volunteers. In every part of the state, 4-H volunteers coordinate 4-H community clubs, lead 4-H projects, and help to plan and conduct local, regional, state, and national 4-H events.  

People volunteer in many different ways depending on their interests, their skills, and the time they can devote to 4-H.

As a 4-H volunteer you might...

  • Help 4-Hers develop life skills by leading a 4-H project in a subject area that excites you—forestry, fishing, fashion, foods, farm animals, and many more project specialties.
  • Teach workshops at a summer camp or special event for youth. Share your favorite hobby or skill.
  • Manage a 4-H community club. Schedule club meetings, train club officers, recruit parents to help out, be the communication link between your club and the extension office.
  • Host visiting 4-Hers or their chaperones in your home for a month-long summer stay or for yearlong school exchanges. 
  • Help with 4-H fundraising

If you are interested in becoming a 4-H volunteer, give us a call!

Kellsey Agnew

Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development

(859) 572-2600 kellsey.agnew@uky.edu Campbell County Extension Office 3500 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, Kentucky 41076-1705

Ginny L. Butsch

Extension Assistant, 4-H Youth Development

(859) 572-2600 ginny.butsch@uky.edu Campbell County Extension Office 3500 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, Kentucky 41076-1705

Sherri L. Farley

Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development

(859) 572-2600 sfarley@uky.edu Campbell County Extension Office 3500 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, Kentucky 41076-1705

Aubrey New

Extension Assistant, 4-H Youth Development

(859) 572-2600 anew@uky.edu Campbell County Extension Office 3500 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, Kentucky 41076-1705

Owen L. Prim

Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development

(859) 572-2600 oprim@uky.edu Campbell County Extension Office 3500 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, Kentucky 41076-1705

Contact Information

3500 Alexandria Pike Highland Heights, KY 41076-1705

(859) 572-2600

campbell.ext@uky.edu