“I pledge my hands to larger service…”

…And we’re BACK!

Hurricane Irma sent us into a brief hiatus  but we are slowly getting back in action on the 4-H: Looking FOURward blog!  However, many across our state and beyond are still reeling from the effects of the storm.  It is during times like this, that many of our volunteers, members, and clubs rise to the opportunity to extend our mission of service to those around us.

Service to others is an important component of the 4-H club experience.  Repeated research (Lerner, 2011) demonstrates the importance of youth serving and engaging with their communities, and exercising contribution to others, as a means of positive child and adolescent development.  Put more simply, helping others is good for kids!  You can read more at:  The Positive Development of Youth

Over the next few posts we will examine how to best engage 4-H members in community service and service learning.  For today though- welcome back!  We are glad you are here.