4-H Afterschool/Out-of-School

4-H Afterschool/Out-of-School

4-H out-of-school programs are offered outside of school hours in schools or other community centers. Programs are typically available for youth K–12th grade. Youth do not need to be an enrolled 4-H member to participate in a 4-H out-of-school program.

4-H out-of-school experiences are offered during the time children and youth are out of school and their parents/guardians are in need of safe, healthy, caring and enriching environments which offer expanded learning opportunities for their children. This includes before and afterschool hours, teacher in-service days, school holidays, summer months and weekends. 4-H out-of-school programs are designed on principles of youth development, address the interests of youth and help develop their physical, cognitive, social and emotional skills and abilities. These programs are delivered by 4-H staff, trained volunteers or another community-based organization.

To find out about the various 4-H opportunities for afterschool or out-of-school programs, contact Extension Assistant Elizabeth Thiltges at 402-441-7180 or ethiltges2@unl.edu.