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  • Ready in the Middle

    The 2nd offering of the Virtual Ready in the Middle Instructor Certification and Training Workshop will be on June 25, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. EST. Dr. Ryan Akers, Mississippi State University Extension professional and MyPI National Director has provided details on the training and a link for registering . Feel free to use the project…

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  • From Keri Hobbs: 4-H Specialist for Volunteer Development, UGA Extension-Georgia 4-H Georgia 4-H partners with Mississippi State to offer youth the MyPI (My Preparedness Initiative) program.  We have staff and volunteer MyPI instructors in Bryan, Dougherty, Gordon, Haralson, Jackson, Morgan, Turner, and Wilcox Counties.  The MyPI program targets teens. I’m extremely excited to share with…

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  • A major piece of 4-H is volunteering. Volunteering is a major aspect of 4-H, because it is our time to teach youth how to be contributing citizens and to support their community. There are many great ways we can conduct community service projects at home, in our youth centers, schools, and in our local 4-H…

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  • National 4-H Council has just released a new digital cookbook called “4-H Fresh Chefs”. In this cookbook, you will find recipes from some “celebrity” 4-H alums, like Carla Hall (Top Chef), Anne Burrell (Food Network), and Georgia’s own Jennifer Nettles. Recipes from current 4-H’ers around the US are also in the cookbook, including Sumter County’s…

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  • As educators, we are often in need of lesson plans and if the lessons are free that is an added bonus. The Community Collaborative Rain, Hail, and Snow Network has at least 9 free science lessons designed for 4-H youth. These lessons could be used as a stand alone lesson, themed science day camp, or…

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  • 4-H Curriculum

    As part of the Military 4-H Partnership base staff have access to 4-H curriculum through your in-house curriculum, State 4-H Curriculum, and staff can choose to order additional resources through the National 4-H website. Let a staff member know if you need additional resources. We will be happy to assist in finding resources and/or purchasing…

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  • We are highlighting a great free resource created by Iowa State University that can be used while teaching youth virtually. Contact Laura Goss (laurwalt@uga.edu) for the resource or if you have any questions. Check out the video to learn more.

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  • Have you ever wondered what the Statewide impact Georgia 4-H has or have you ever been in need of resources to share with supervisors, staff, or families? Check out the link to access the GA 4-H Impact Report, Tufts Research Study report, GA 4-H Info-graphic, program highlights, and more useful tools when showcasing 4-H. If…

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  • Managing Wellness for Youth & Young Adults Target audience: Young People aged 14-24 Friday, May 1st: 12 PM-1 PM Register Here Managing Self-Care During COVID-19 Target audience: Caregivers (family or volunteer) for children, older adults, and individuals with disabilities Tuesday, May 19th: 12 PM – 1 PM Register Here Wellness Supports for Children and Teenagers…

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  • Afternoon 4-H Military Partners, County 4-H Staff, 4-H Military Volunteers The recent pause in programming created an opportunity for idea sharing and time to address the need for training. 4-H Military staff from across the nation worked to address these need and is pleased to announce the: 4-H Military Partners Conference 2020: Staying Connected, Advancing…

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