What is 4-H ?
- Clover Colleges - Hands on workshops geared toward specific project areas.
- 4-H Summer Camps- There are more than 40 days and overnight camping programs offered each summer
- 4-H Afterschool Program- the 4-H afterschool program is offered to 3rd to 6th graders at Milford, Centennial and Seward Middle School! email lori.hamling@unl.edu for more information or current programs being offered at your school!
- 4-H Partners- Do you want to show an animal, but don't have access to keep them yourself, we can help! Enroll by March 31 to cindy.wolverton@unl.edu to become part of our Partners Program!!
4-H Parent & Guardian Roles
First and foremost, 4-H is a family program–
a place where parents and their children can learn and grow together. In 4-H, you, as the parent or guardian, are very important. You are always invited and encouraged to participate in all 4-H club activities. We recognize every family's schedule is different and you may not be able to attend every club function, but there are many different ways that you can contribute to your child's 4-H group. Your 4-H club leader will want to know about your interests and talents, and how you would like to support your child's 4-H group. Because 4-H has so many diverse experiences, we have discovered that every adult can find a parent volunteer role that matches their interests and the club's needs. Some possible helping roles include providing refreshments, supplies, or other resources for a club meeting; helping members with their projects, chaperoning a club field trip, or organizing the club's service project. Your club leader may have other suggestions. As a parent or guardian, these are the following roles you need to fulfill:
- Provide transportation for your child to and from 4-H events.
- Help your child learn to recite the 4-H pledge.
- Attend 4-H club functions with your child whenever possible. Children 5-8 (Clover Kid members) should always have a parent or guardian attend meetings with them.
- Guide your child as they select a 4-H project and help them develop goals that are challenging, but also realistic. Encourage their project work by making it a family learning experience.
- If your child serves in a leadership role within the club, help him/her fulfill the duties of the office.
- Read the Seward County 4-H Actionline newsletter so you will know the details of upcoming special events, dates and deadlines. You will automatically start receiving this publication when you or your child enroll in a 4-H club.
- If you have online access, visit the county 4-H website for the latest information and resources at:
- The 4-H staff will provide countywide training on portfolios, presentations, project workshops and other core 4-H learning experiences. Try to participate in these classes and workshops. By understanding more about our various 4-H programs, you can help your child excel and take advantage of all that 4-H has to offer.
- Attend your county wide 4-H Achievement Celebration as a family. Recognition always means more to children when their family is there to share it with them.
Enrollment is required for many 4-H programs and events. Club leaders, volunteers, and youth are required to annually enroll through v2.4honline.com each year to maintain membership. By enrolling youth have the opportunity to participate in the Seward County Fair, the Nebraska State Fair, youth workshops, and additional statewide programs. While enrollment is open year-round, youth interested in participating in county fair or the Nebraska State Fair must complete enrollment by June 15. Please contact our office if you are joining Seward County 4-H for the first time.