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Michigan 4-H State Awards: The application questions
Published on May 30, 2019
State Awards recognize 4-H members for engaging in rich learning experiences that result in outstanding knowledge and life skill development. Be prepared to answer the application questions. -
Civic discussions with youth: The gas tax
Published on May 30, 2019
What is a reasonable amount to pay for roads? Who should pay it? -
Failures are as important as successes
Published on May 30, 2019
Adult mentors can help youth reframe failures as learning experiences. -
10 tips for organizing a 4-H youth exchange
Published on May 15, 2019
Youth exchanges build cultural appreciation and life skills. Follow these 10 steps for a successful exchange. -
Strong leaders understand and show empathy
Published on May 14, 2019
Showing leadership during difficult times can be challenging. It is important to teach others to exhibit empathy by exhibiting it yourself even when it feels as if it isn’t deserved. -
4-H alumna says leadership isn’t just about being in charge
Published on May 14, 2019
Michigan 4-H student intern and alumna reflects on the different positions in leadership. -
4-H Capitol Experience wraps up in Lansing
Published on May 14, 2019
Youth experience mock legislative session at 4-H Capitol Experience in Lansing, Michigan. -
Strengthen career skills through community service
Published on April 17, 2019
A community service project builds skills that can prepare youth for their future careers -
Recognizing the value of volunteers
Published on April 17, 2019
Benefits of volunteering for the volunteer and the organization. -
Michigan 4-H sets off statewide community service campaign with launch of Dare to Serve Challenge
Published on March 28, 2019
Michigan 4-H State Youth Leadership Council members are hoping their Dare to Serve Challenge will motivate others to complete at least one act of community service during the month of April as part of the True Leaders in Service initiative.
