Content by Sonia Mack

Jun 04

Kid Kare Babysitting Clinic for Youth @ Watertown

Join SDSU Extension 4-H for a Kid Kare babysitting clinic for youth on June 4, from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at the Codington County Extension Complex (1910 West Kemp Ave., Watertown, SD 57201).

Group of children preparing for a summer swimming lesson outside the SDSU Wellness Center.

Jun 02

Kid Kare Babysitting Clinic for Youth @ Brookings

Join SDSU Extension 4-H for a Kid Kare babysitting clinic for youth on June 2, from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at the Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center (2810 22nd Ave S, Brookings, SD 57006).

Assortment of healthy animal and plant-based protein food sources.

4-H Flavorful

4-H Flavorful is an interactive nutrition and culinary education program designed to empower youth to take the lead in preparing and sharing healthy meals with their families.

4-H Special Foods Contest Flash Cards

Special Foods Contest flashcards to help project participants study for the State 4-H Special Foods Contest.

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Operation Occupation Virtual Escape Rooms

The Operation Occupation virtual escape rooms offer an engaging online experience that incorporates locked stories and accompanying videos to recreate the excitement of a traditional escape room.

4-H professionals recognized at a national conference smile for the camera

SDSU Extension 4-H professionals recognized at national conference

December 05, 2023

SDSU Extension 4-H professionals were recognized for their contributions to South Dakota youth at the 2023 National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals conference.

Group of teens learning at the 4-H Healthy Habits training in Washington, D.C.

Leadership Level-Up Hot Sheet

This hot sheet compiles the many opportunities available to young people in South Dakota 4-H to ‘level-up’.

Operation Occupation: Unlock Your Potential

Operation Occupation aims to give young people an insight into various career opportunities right from their screens. The interactive gaming experience allows youth to explore different industries and specific career paths while participating in a virtual escape room format.

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Career Conversations: Exploring My Future in the 605

Career Conversations features interviews with South Dakota professionals inspiring teachers and youth to explore occupations at their own pace.

4-H Workforce Development

4-H defines workforce development as employment pathways and opportunities that will prepare youth to enter the workforce.