4-H and United Way of Randolph County, It's What Matters!

Did you know that Randolph County 4-H is supported financially by the United Way of Randolph County? We have been fortunate to receive funding for nearly eight years. As a United Way agency, 4-H is reaching thousands of youth with this award winning educational program designed to assist youth develop skills they will use for life.

Youth enrolled in 4-H learn communication, record-keeping, decision making and leadership skills. In addition they have a strong commitment to giving back to their local community through community service. 4-H members are youth 5 - 19 years of age.

4-H'ers meet in their homes, churches, afterschool and in community centers. Once each month, club meetings are held and youth study projects they have a strong interest in! From photography and aerospace to small animals and computers, 4-H can assist youth in building their skill and ability in a variety of topics.

Thanks to the generosity of the Randolph County community, and for their support of United Way in Randolph County, 4-H is reaching out and touching the lives of young people in ways that will be meaningful for a lifetime!

4-H Record Books

4-H members, now is the time to begin putting the final touches on your 4-H record-keeping for 2006 - 2007.

Record books will be due into the Extension Office by December 7. We can assist you as you continue work on your book.

Remember, your project record book is a listing of the goals you set for yourself this past year. It is also a written record about what you did, how you did it, and how you felt about the experiences.

Your story is also a part of the record. Your story can be used over and over for every different project book you complete.

For assistance with completion of your records, please call your club leader or Barb Dunn Swanson. We are happy to help you!

4-H: A Remarkable Youth Development Program

Parents looking for a safe, fun, educational opportunity for their children to learn leadership, citizenship, decision making, and communication skills need look no further than Randolph County 4-H!

Established over 100 years ago, 4-H programs were designed to teach youth skills that would help them become contributing members of their communities. 4-H clubs meet monthly with at least five members and one or more adult volunteer leaders.

Resources from the two land grant systems, North Carolina State University and North Carolina A&T State Unviersity, support 4-H members in their quest to learn and grow in a variety of subjects.

From aerospace to woodworking, clothing to vet science, horse to small pets, photography to computer science, youth may explore many subjects that may assist them in finding a career path.

Homeschool families have used 4-H juried curriculum for many years to support the learning that happens in the home!

Randolph County 4-H has openings for youth 5 - 19 years of age interested in joining a club. Simply call our Cooperative Extension Office at 336-318-6000 to inquire about a club in your neighborhood. We are also interested in visiting with adult volunteers who have the time and availability to organize a new club.

Randolph County 4-H provides training and project support for an adult working with a group of youth.

Making the best better for young people in Randolph County, 4-H, A Remarkable Program!

Cookies Needed for United Way Chili Cook-off!

Back by popular demand, the Chili Cook-off Contest sponsored by Randolph County to benefit the United Way of Randolph County. 4-H Clubs are being asked to provide the dessert for the luncheon to be held on Tuesday, November 13 at the Randolph County Office Building.

Popular dessert items include: homemade brownies, cookies, rice krispy bars, and cake.

All desserts should be homemade and pre-packaged for easy distribution. No store purchased items are necessary. Bring your desserts to the Extension Office by 10:00 AM on November 13.

4-H Junior Camp

Randolph County 4-H is currently accepting reservations for 4-H Camp! We will go to Millstone 4-H Camp June 29 - July 4, 2008! Cost is just $275.

We are accepting $75 dollar non-refundable deposits to reserve your space.

Junior 4-H Camp is for any Randolph County youth 8 - 14 years of age! You don't have to be enrolled in 4-H to attend. While at camp, youth will swim, hike, horseback ride, meet new friends, and enjoy the great outdoors.

We have space for six boys and six girls, so don't delay, reserve your space today!