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South Dakota 4-H Social Skills Circular newsletter
South Dakota 4-H Social Outcome newsletter for 4-H families and club leaders
Advantages Of Rural Community Living
At a Stronger Economies Together session held in Midland, SD in March, I asked the question “how many of you live here because of the quality of life?” Nearly everyone in the room raised a hand. So what is it about the quality of life that we so enjoy? Is it that we don’t have to deal with the hustle and bustle of traffic in the city? Is it the peace and quiet?
October: Recruitment
A quick start guide and additional resources for 4-H club leaders and volunteers to help with promotion and recruitment.
Why Do Young People Leave Our Rural Communities?
It’s no secret that young people are leaving our rural communities in South Dakota. If you read the newspapers or watch the news on television, you also know this isn’t a challenge that only South Dakota communities are facing; it is happening across the nation.
November: 4-H Club Leadership Roles
A quick start guide and additional resources about 4-H Club Leadership Roles.
December: 4-H Club Meetings
A quick start guide and additional resources about 4-H Club meetings.
February: Communication, Courage and Creativity
A quick start guide and additional resources about Communication, Courage and Creativity.
Ages & Stages in the Garden: Ages 6-8
A garden can be used to teach many concepts to a board range of ages. When working with early elementary youth you will want to consider characteristics of their development when planning lessons and activities.
March: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
A quick start guide and additional resources about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education.
April: Health
A quick start guide and additional resources for promoting healthy lifestyles.