4-H Youth Development
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4-H is a community of young people across Wisconsin and America learning leadership, citizenship and life skills.“Exploring the Sciences Through 4-H”
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ONEIDA COUNTY TEEN COURTWHAT IS IT?
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| TEENS ACTIVE IN GOVERNMENT (TAG)
WHAT IS IT? The purpose of TAG is to engage students in a civic education process by which they will serve as a youth member of the Oneida County Board of Supervisors. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A BROCHURE with more information about TAG CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AN APPLICATION for the TAG program |
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| MENTORING ONEIDA COUNTY KIDS (MOCK)
WHAT IS IT? The Mentoring Oneida County Kids (MOCK) Program links school students in Rhinelander, Wisconsin with community members who provide consistent support, guidance and concrete help on a one-on-one basis to encourage them to continue their education and do their best. HOW DOES IT WORK? Each mentor/student pair meets once a week at the school during the school day (about ½ hour). Mentor meetings are held for training and to discuss concerns and share ideas. Counselors, teachers and the Extension Youth Development Agent are available to mentors throughout the school year for consultation and support. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A BROCHURE with more information about MOCK CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AN APPLICATION for the MOCK program |
Youth Development
Youth development is defined as the on-going process in which all young people are engaged to build competencies necessary for successful adolescent and adult life. It is a way to think about youth that focuses on their capacities, strengths, and developmental needs and not on their weaknesses and problems. All young people have basic needs that are critical to survival and healthy development. At the same time, to succeed as adults, all youth must acquire positive attitudes and appropriate behaviors and skills.
Mission
UW – Extension 4-H Youth Development integrates research, education, and community-based partnerships, enabling youth to learn and practice skills to be productive citizens. UWEX staff design educational, leadership and citizenship experiences for youth. These programs are delivered through adult volunteers and by collaborating with other local organizations.
4-H Opportunities
4-H is a wonderful opportunity for youth and adults to work together. Volunteers are essential partners in creating a positive environment by providing positive ways for youth to meet their basic needs and develop life skills. To that end, UWEX staff work with adult leaders to develop and strengthen their skills in working with youth, planning and organizing, group leadership, decision making, project support, communication skills, conflict management and life skills development.
STAFF
If you have any questions regarding 4-H Youth Development in Oneida County, please contact:
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Jim Winkler, Associate Professor 4-H Youth Development Agent Oneida County UW-Extension 3375 Airport Road #10 Rhinelander, WI 54501 Phone: 715-365-2750 FAX: 715-365-2760 Email: james.winkler@ces.uwex.edu |
| 4-H Secretary This position is currently vacant Oneida County UW-Extension 3375 Airport Road #10 Rhinelander, WI 54501 Phone: 715-365-2750 FAX: 715-365-2760 |
