In 4-H, STEM programming is about more than just gadgets and gizmos; it’s a deliberate pathway toward career and college readiness. By engaging youth in hands-on challenges, the program helps them develop the “soft skills” and technical literacy required in the modern workforce. Here is a recap of the two most recent STEM project meetings […]

In March, a 4-H event took place that was a twist on the well established Wash. Co. 4-H Teen Connect events that have taken place since 2025. Family Connect: Open Mic Night!  was inspired by last year’s 4-H Teen Connect. It unfolded when parents picking up their youth at a4-H Teen Connect: Karaoke Night last year […]

Washington County 4-H officially launched our brand new STEM Sparks Discovery Lab virtual series this week, and the energy was electric! While the immediate goal was building Potential Energy Poppers, the true mission was something much deeper: Finding the “Spark.” What is a “Spark”? In 4-H, a “Spark” is more than just a hobby—it’s an […]