4-H Youth Development

Constructing Confidence: 4‑H Youth Explore Skilled Trades

Washington County 4‑H youth recently took part in an exciting countywide STEM project that brought hands-on learning to life. As part of our ongoing commitment to helping young people discover their sparks, members welcomed a special guest—a local carpenter—who shared his passion for the skilled trades. Youth learned about the day‑to‑day realities of carpentry while […]

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Bridging the Gap: How Wash. Co. TWeen Connect Models the 4-H Thriving Theory

In the critical developmental window of early adolescence, middle school youth often find themselves in a “liminal” space—too old for the basic activities of childhood, yet not quite ready for the high-stakes leadership roles of senior high school. To address this, Washington County 4-H developed Wash. Co. TWeen Connect. By intentionally designing a space for […]

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Washington County 4-H Celebration and Recognition Highlights

The 87th Washington County 4-H Celebration and Recognition Night celebrating the 2025 accomplishments of 4-H youth members and adult volunteers took place on January 10th, 2026. This event, held annually in the fall, was rescheduled to January as the Washington County Fair Park was under construction for lighting, tech, and facility upgrades.  Highlights of the […]

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Washington County 4‑H Launches New Countywide STEM Project

Washington County 4‑H is launching an exciting new STEM project designed to inspire curiosity and introduce young people to the world of science, technology, engineering, and math. This countywide effort gives youth the chance to explore STEM concepts through hands-on activities that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. The goal of the project is to help […]

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