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Icebreakers for online meetings

Published on March 31, 2020
Even when you aren’t meeting face-to-face, icebreakers are important for groups. Here is a list of icebreaker options especially for virtual meetings.
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.
Host a virtual Michigan 4-H meeting

Published on March 30, 2020
Don’t stop having 4-H meetings when you are not able to meet face to face. Host them virtually!
Offering an online 4-H SPIN club

Published on March 30, 2020
Have you considered offering a 4-H SPIN club online?
Experiential learning in online 4-H SPIN clubs

Published on March 30, 2020
How to ensure online experiences make connections to educational opportunities.
Facilitating distance meetings with youth

Published on March 17, 2020
Technology offers a venue for youth voice and discussion.
Officer roles and responsibilities in a 4-H club

Published on March 16, 2020
Youth experience greater success in a leadership role when they understand their responsibilities as an officer.
Alpena 4-H Tech Changemakers: Turning the tide on single-use plastics

Published on March 11, 2020
In northeastern Michigan, the fight against microplastics in the Great Lakes is being championed by the Alpena 4-H Tech Changemakers.
MSU Distinguished Academic Staff honoree credits Michigan 4-H for igniting his successful career

Published on February 27, 2020
MSU Extension’s Brandon Schroeder was recently honored with MSU's Distinguished Academic Staff Award. However, before joining MSU Extension 15 years ago, Schroeder was already a part of the Extension community: he spent his youth as a Michigan 4-H member.
Youth thrive when adults support and encourage “youth voice”

Published on February 24, 2020
Adults can help youth thrive by encouraging youth voice and establishing a positive relationship with them.