FLOYD COUNTY 4-H NEWSLETTER
FALL/WINTER 2023-2024

Inside this Issue:

I Believe That I am a Better Person Because of 4-H

I am so thankful that my mom talked my shy, little, 3rd grade self into attending 4-H camp after mush hesitation all those years ago. After only a few hours, I had already made so many new friends. I was extremely excited to try new things in the classes I signed up for.

Career Readiness Program For At Risk Youth

Floyd County 4-H Partnered with the Administration of the Courts to offer a virtual Career Readiness program for at risk youth.

4-H'ers Lend A Hand

During the end of July 2022 many Eastern Kentucky counties were hit hard with devastating flooding. During this time Kentucky did what we always do. We cam together to help one another out during a time of need.

Kids Day at the Farmer's Market

The Floyd County 4-H partnered with the Floyd County Farmer's Market to host two Kid's Day at the Farmer's Market. During the event Floyd County 4-H gave out totes to the youth who attended. In each tote was a Farmer's Market tool kit, 4-H water bottle and pencil, plate it up recipe cards, 4-H Activity booklet and 4-H Clover bucks worth $5.00.

10 Ways to Volunteer with 4-H

No matter how much time you have, volunteering with 4-H makes a difference by helping youth explore and discover the skills they need to lead for a lifetime.

2022 National 4-H Index Study

The 2022 National 4-H Index Study is the first study to combine the measurement of program outcomes using 4-H Common Measures and the assessment of Positive Youth Development through the 4-H Thriving Model.

4-H Can Help Find That Spark

In a world of talents, interests and qualities, everyone has a unique inner fire that gives them joy, purpose, and direction. 4-H calls these "sparks" representing passion, energy and self-identity, not just hobbies.