the Texas AgriLife Extension Service - Harris County
Programs
- Harris County 4H Clubs
- Harris County 4H Council
- School Curriculum Enrichment
- Prairie View A&M Cooperative Extension 4-H Program
- 4-H Ambassadors
4-H in Harris County
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4-H & Youth Development
4-H and Youth programs focus on building lifelong learning skills that develop youths' potential. These programs are designed to engage youth in healthy learning experiences that increase self-esteem and problem solving skills. A wide range of content offerings encourages youth to explore science, technology, citizenship and leadership.
Harris County Focus
Kids join 4-H to make friends, have fun and learn new things. As a result of 4-H activities, 4-H 'ers:
Learn how to solve problems & make decisions. - Practice healthy living.
- Take care of the world they live in.
- Learn strong work attitudes and skills.
- Value diversity.
- Have a strong sense of community and social responsibility.
- Contribute to positive relationship with families, peers and community.
- Become better family members, friends, and citizens.
- Demonstrate communication and leadership skills.
- Learn to lead and communicate.
- Value life long learning.
- Feel valued as a resource in the community.
Educational programs of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to
race, color, sex, disability, religion, age, or national origin. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxilary aids,
services or accommodations in order to participate in Extension programs are encouraged to call 281.855.5600
to discuss specific needs.
It is the policy of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service to extend equal opportunities for membership and participation in 4-H activities to all Texas youth according to the provisions of Title VI, Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the American with Disabilities Act of 1991, provided they meet the minimum equirements for membership. Discrimination in the 4-H and Youth Development Program because of socioeconomic level, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age or disability is contrary to the purposes of the the Texas AgriLife Extension Service.