The 4-H Program Educator is an integral part of the UW-Madison Division of Extension and works alongside the people of Wisconsin to improve lives and communities. Extension serves the people and communities of Wisconsin by addressing local, statewide and national issues, improving lives through research-based education, fostering partnerships and action, and facilitating positive impacts. Join […]

Article originally published in the Kenosha News. Groups of Kenosha County youth who are in grades K-12 who want to make a difference in their community are encouraged to apply for grants from Kenosha County Youth As Resources. Youth As Resources is grant-giving organization that funds youth-designed and youth-led community service projects that benefit individuals […]

Kenosha County 4-H is seeking more amazing volunteers! There are a variety of ways to serve as a 4-H volunteer. This could include as a Project Leader, Club Leader, Camp Chaperone, or episodically…here and there, when you can fit it into your schedule! One of the first steps to becoming a registered 4-H volunteer is […]

Summer is here and the Institute of Positive Youth Development is excited to announce the offering of a “Summer Virtual Learning Community” for youth and families throughout Wisconsin! This means that youth and adults, in kindergarten and older, can choose from one or more virtual activities being offered from July 1-August 31. These high-quality virtual […]

Article written by Vickie LeFlore, Positive Youth Development Extension Educator.  Originally published in the Kenosha News. Engaging in sports can have a positive influence on youth development. Research has consistently shown when students are more engaged, the more likely they are to stay in school and have a positive outlook. One way in which students gain […]

Youth In Governance is a program that allows 14 youth (rising high school juniors & seniors) to sit on the 7 different county boards and provides them with a mentor. This program is great for youth who want to learn more about county government and want to be civically engaged in their community and the decisions […]

Article written by Vickie LeFlore, Positive Youth Development Extension Educator.  Originally published in the Kenosha News. Youth-adult partnerships are joint efforts that allow youth and adults to work toward common interests and goals. These ventures are mutually beneficial and impactful when they bloom from trust and authenticity. It is imperative that adults see young people as […]

Article written by Vickie LeFlore, Positive Youth Development Extension Educator.  Originally published in the Kenosha News. The cost of attending college is becoming increasingly expensive. And the financial responsibility that comes with furthering one’s education is sometimes a major determining factor of a student choosing to attend or not attend. However, there are steps to making […]