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Book review: “Sparks: How Parents Can Help Ignite the Hidden Strengths of Teenagers” by Petter Benson, Ph.D.

Published on August 29, 2024
Recognize the power of sparks and how you can help them grow.
Language tips for group management

Published on July 24, 2024
The words you use can have an impact on youth behavior.
MSU Extension and Michigan 4-H awarded $350,000 to support youth mental health and wellbeing in communities across Michigan

Published on December 13, 2023
Funding provided by the Michigan Community Service Commission will help to launch the Michigan 4-H HealthCorps AmeriCorps program.
4-H sensory kit piloted by Michigan 4-H Youth Development

Published on August 16, 2023
The 4-H Mindful Clover Toolkit, a sensory toolkit, was recently piloted in hopes of increasing sensory environment awareness while building staff and volunteer capacity and expertise.
Fostering success with youth in foster care

Published on May 18, 2023
MSU Extension partners with Michigan Youth Opportunities Initiative to provide life skills education for youth in foster care.
Building an inclusive workforce

Published on December 1, 2022
MSU Extension uses a variety of resources and curriculum to help develop and foster employability skills in individuals preparing for the world of work.
Two Michigan 4-H’ers win Invisalign ChangeMakers awards for outstanding community contributions

Published on August 26, 2021
Huron County 4-H’er Addy Stuever Battel and Eaton County 4-H’er Jael Tombaugh rewarded for their selfless efforts.
Kyley DeFrancesco: Alger County 4-H

Published on September 12, 2019
A personal testimonial of the impact of Michigan 4-H from Alger County 4-H'er Kyley DeFrancesco.
Raise your hand for Michigan 4-H!

Published on March 28, 2019
Join me in voting for Michigan 4-H to support the next generation of 4-H’ers.
Cass City student selected for National 4-H award and scholarship

Published on January 16, 2019
Addy Battel receives $5,000 scholarship, sponsored by Bayer, and will serve as 4-H’s national youth spokesperson for Agriculture