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Notes from Minnesota 4-H director Jennifer A. Skuza
Dr. Jennifer Skuza reflects on the model that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. offers to 4-H youth and families for engaging in civics and service.
Register now for BLU and TEEL leadership workshops!
The Minnesota 4-H State Ambassadors are excited to announce that registration for leadership workshops Building Leadership and Understanding (BLU) and Teens Engaged in Emerging Leadership (TEEL) is open! Don't miss your chance to meet with youth across the state of Minnesota and develop your leadership skills -- register today!
What's YOUR idea to make our community more sustainable?
The U of M is inviting youth to share their best ideas for improving sustainability in greater Minnesota. Learn more about our Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships and submit your ideas by Feb. 14.
4-H Online for 4-H participation
Be sure to enroll all youth 4-H members in 4-H Online if you haven't already. An active enrollment profile in 4-H Online is required for all 4-H participation, including animal ID'ing and some event registrations. Learn more on our join 4-H page.
Congratulations new 4-H Agriculture Ambassadors!
Congratulations to these youth who were recently chosen to be 4-H Agriculture Ambassadors.
4-H market beef ID deadline extended to Feb. 16
The Feb. 15 market beef ID deadline has been extended to Tuesday, Feb. 16 due to the President’s Day holiday.
New statewide animal science learning opportunities
We have some new learning experiences this winter that are perfect for youth who are new to animal science. Space is limited for each of these opportunities, so please register well before the deadline!
Minnesota 4-H Livestock in a Box series
Minnesota 4-H is excited to offer a collection of monthly learning kits mailed directly to youth who are interested in exploring animal science! The Minnesota 4-H Livestock in a Box series will explore four livestock species: goats, rabbits, poultry and dairy.
Minnesota 4-H Performing Arts at Home: Winter puppetry workshops
Join us as we discover the art of puppetry! Design and create puppets using household items to create a performing puppet show with 4-H members across the state.
Sign up for the Let's Talk About Race workshop series
Back by popular demand, “Let's Talk About Race” is being offered in March. Explore how to talk respectfully about race and racial issues.

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