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  4-H Essential Elements for Positive Youth Development

  Published on November 6, 2024
  A national research impact assessment project revealed that four elements are essential to positive youth development.

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  Social Media and Texting Expectations for Michigan State University Extension Volunteers

  Published on October 28, 2021
  Social media and texting have created a whole new world for how people communicate. However, it is important to understand the impacts of using social media and texting as a means of communication and to carefully consider how to keep everyone safe.

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  Roadmap to a Virtual Program

  Published on July 13, 2020
  Virtual learning experiences are opportunities for engagement when face-to-face meetings are not possible. They also can supplement face-to-face programming. When planning a virtual program, consider the following questions and best practices.

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  Keeping Youth Safe Virtually: Best Practices

  Published on June 18, 2020
  When engaging youth in virtual learning experiences, it is important to consider youth safety. These best practices should be considered by youth as they engage in online experiences, as well as parents, guardians, volunteers and other adults.

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  Virtual 4-H Programming Guidelines for Volunteers

  Published on May 19, 2020
  This resource provides volunteers with expectations for leading virtual programs with youth.

• MSU Extension Volunteer Selection Process

  Published on June 2, 2017
  Volunteers are a critical part of Michigan 4-H and other MSU Extension programs. Complete the Volunteer Selection Process and become a volunteer today!

• Children & Youth Programming: Building Capacity for Youth Development Programs

  Published on April 24, 2017
  With a goal of ensuring every Michigan child is prepared with the knowledge, tools and skills to lead a healthy and productive life, MSU Extension’s children and youth programming uses the experiential learning model through which children learn best.

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  4-H Grows Here Bumper Stickers - Pack of 100

  Weather-proof 4 x 6 inch white vinyl stickers with the green 4-H Grows Here logo. Stickers are packaged and distributed in sets of 100.