For Parents

Did You Know 4-H is…

  • the largest out-of-school educational program in the United States.
  • located in every county in Wisconsin through the University Extension Service
  • taught by caring, trained volunteers using materials prepared by youth specialist
  • now offering programs that help prepare kids for their roles as adults in our complex world
  • a great way to experience different cultures and lifestyles by meeting new people, traveling to foreign countries or hosting international visitors?
  • a unique way to learn responsibility, self-confidence, leadership, caring about others, cooperation, creativity and more?
  • thousands of members/cloverbuds in Wisconsin
  • certified Volunteers/Leaders

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4-H members will:

Learn, make, and do things that appeal and are meaningful to them. Make friends and belong to a group. Give and receive acceptance and affection. Have a good time, making learning appealing and enjoyable. Earn recognition and awards.

4-H members develop and practice important life skills:

Develop an inquiring mind and a desire to learn. Make decisions and solve problems. Relate to and work with other people. Develop a concern for their community and the people in it. Build the youngster¹s self-confidence. Accept responsibility.

The Role of Parents in 4-H

Parents are very important to the success a child will have in the 4-H program. Parents are encouraged to attend monthly meetings and project meetings with their child. All countywide events are open and parents are encouraged to attend them with their children.

The parents’ key roles are supporting the child’s commitments, helping the child think through decisions, and seeing the child reach his/her goal.

There are several ways for parents to help:

  • Attending 4-H meetings and other special events.
  • Guiding your child’s project work and encouraging completion without doing the work for the 4-H’er.
  • Supporting the local 4-H club leader by offering your services.
  • Making it possible for your child to participate in a variety of 4-H activities such as camps, fairs, and contests.
  • Being an example of a good sport so your child will learn to appreciate the successes of others.

It is easy to be part of 4-H. Just call or email the UW-Extension, 4-H Youth Development Office in your County.