4-H Teen Leadership
Tools for Teen Program Visioning
The Washington State Teen Advisory Board is seeking the feedback of leaders who are interested in what direction a teen program might take. The goal is to develop a vision for our state teen program. The following documents should be used as a foundation.
- The 4-H Mission
- WSU 4-H Youth Development Program Strategic Plan
- National 4-H: Essential Elements of 4-H
- WA Teen Task Force Report
- Developmental Assets of Middle School Aged Teens (Search Institute)
- Developmental Assets for Teens (Search Institute)
- Ages and Stages: Developmental Differences - 4-H CCS
Please e-mail your suggestions to the State Teen Coordinator
Skagit 4-H Youth Leadership
Goals of the Skagit Teen Leadership program:
- encourage youth to take on increasingly challenging learning opportunities
- encourage youth to have a voice in decision making with adults
- promote a teen program that is county wide and leadership focused
- have fun while developing stronger interpersonal skills
If you ask adults volunteering in 4-H why they chose to become leaders you will very often hear them say it's because of what 4-H did for them when they were growing up. 4-H gives youth confidence and teaches responsibility. One of the greatest opportunities available to all youth who participate in 4-H is the chance to develop leadership skills through real hands-on opportunities in their communities.
Tools & Opportunities for Citizenship
Youth in Governance
Teen Leadership should include the opportunity for youth to engage in partnerships with adults, to make goals and be invested in the organizational vision, and to have a voice in making decisions that directly impact the 4-H program.
Public Adventures (11-13)
The national curriculum "Public Adventures" is an excellent tool for helping younger teens understand and participate civic engagement. It provides the necessary link between thinking and doing. Skagit County provides a variety of incentives to teachers, leaders and teens using this curriculum.
Know Your Government (14-19)
Officer skills, how to act in a business meeting, Robert's Rules...WHY?
To become effective citizens. Unfortunately very few youth (or adults) these days exercise their rights in civic engagement. Obviously in order to be a part of the system, you need to understand how it works. Know Your Government teaches 4-Hers all about the accessibility of their government by making them a part of it. Know Your Government usually takes place between December and February every year.
Links to Learning
Public Adventures Website
Know Your Government Website
Washington State Legislature Kid's Page
Tools for Leadership
- Leadership Ladder ( Suggested County Leadership requirements)
- State Leadership Record
- Ideas for Leadership Activities
Thinking About Leadership
Researchers have identified two types of leadership styles. Some people are all one or the other, some are a blend of both.
TRANSACTIONAL LEADERSHIP |
TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP |
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In 4-H, our goal is o provide youth leaders with opportunities to develop skills in both of these types of leadership.
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