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South Dakota 4-H

4-H is the nation’s largest youth development organization, involving young people in urban neighborhoods, suburban schoolyards and rural farming communities. 4-H fosters an innovative, “learn by doing” approach with proven results. Young people in the 4-H program are more likely to earn better grades and go to college, more likely to be a strong part of their families and communities, and less likely to engage in risky behaviors

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Volunteers

Volunteers are at the heart of social capital, playing a critical role in building strong communities and stronger futures. We all benefit from the investment volunteers make at State Fair, in schools, and in 4-H clubs across the state.

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4-H & Youth Articles

Winter Hair Care With Your 4-H Beef Show Animal

Rodney Geppert – 1/30/2012

For those of you that actively show or are thinking about exhibiting your 4-H beef animals during the winter months and have your animals properly broke to lead at this point, here are some winter show cattle tips that can help you to achieve the performance and fresh hair look during adverse weather conditions.

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Understanding Early Childhood Development

Marilyn Rasmussen – 1/25/2012

Early childhood is generally defined as ages from birth to eight with an emphasis on the ages between 5 and 8. At age five, many children begin their formal education in the school setting. Meanwhile, they also begin joining in other group activities where informal learning occurs, such as, afterschool groups, teams and clubs.  For adults who guide, coach or mentor children in these organizations, it is important to plan activities thoughtfully and intentionally based on the developmental characteristics of early childhood.

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What is Leadership?

Audrey Rider – 1/16/2012

Leadership often does not have a precise definition.  We all have known and have seen the power of leaders that have “stepped up” in our communities and organizations.

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