MSU Extension 4-H Healthy Youth

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  Support Michigan 4-H and purchase locally sourced protein and crafts through virtual auctions

  Published on July 23, 2020
  Though not the same as the county fair, 4-H virtual learning showcases and auctions provide a space for youth to demonstrate their mastery of skills developed in 4-H, as well as to market and sell their 4-H projects.

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  Tobe named director of Michigan State University Extension children and youth initiatives

  Published on July 9, 2020
  Michigan State University Extension announced the appointment of Erica Tobe, Ph.D., as director of the MSU Extension Children and Youth Institute (CYI), the unit focused on programming for those from birth to age 19, including Michigan 4-H.

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  Be prepared: Create a family emergency plan

  Published on June 26, 2020
  Disasters can occur any time or place. Be ready with a family emergency plan—preparation is vital to safety and well-being.

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  MSU Extension children and youth listening sessions background and summary

  Published on June 3, 2020
  Michigan State University Extension held 21 listening sessions about the needs of children and families during social distancing. Here is the data.

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  What do youth need? MSU Extension hosts listening sessions and identifies desire for online interactions, hands on activities and more

  Published on May 27, 2020
  In total, more than 500 stakeholders from across the Great Lakes state took part in 21 virtual listening sessions hosted by MSU Extension to help bring to light challenges faced by Michigan’s youth in regards to COVID-19.

• MSU Extension to host listening sessions for children and youth programming

  Published on April 17, 2020
  To best understand today's challenges and how to effectively support them, MSU Extension is hosting listening sessions. Information collected will be used to adapt existing programming, or develop new educational programming, to address community needs.

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  Top 5 tips in keeping youth safe in virtual environments

  Published on April 2, 2020
  As youth spend more time engaging with others in virtual environments, parents and volunteers need to consider youth safety.

• Experiential learning in online 4-H SPIN clubs

  Published on March 30, 2020
  How to ensure online experiences make connections to educational opportunities.

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  Social distancing and getting outside

  Published on March 30, 2020
  There are lots of great ways to get outside and still practice social distancing.

• Ideas for an online 4-H SPIN club

  Published on March 30, 2020
  Here are some ideas to gather families for 4-H programming completely online.