School-Based 4-H Programs

Urban Forests: A Supplement to Florida's Project Learning Tree

Bebette de Vera, Martha C. Monroe, and Jennifer A. Seitz

School-Based 4-H Programming: Incorporating Family Engagement into Your Program

Vanessa Spero-Swingle

School-Based 4-H Programming Series: Designing Programs Based on Time Involvement

Vanessa Spero

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Youth development

Understanding Extension for School-Based Agricultural Education #2: Utilizing Extension Services in School-Based Agricultural Education

Debra Barry, John Diaz, Alyssa Shepherd, Jennifer Patton, and Stephen Gran

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: ==Special Handling==

Accelerated Programs for High School Students: Dual Enrollment in Florida

Christina DiLorenzo and Heidi Radunovich

This publication aims to help inform potential students and their families about the dual enrollment program in Florida. Written by Christina DiLorenzo and Heidi Radunovich, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, June 2023.

School-Based 4-H Programming Series: Setting Schools Up for Success

Vanessa Spero

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Youth development

School-Based 4-H Programming: Middle and High School–Age Youth Programs

Vanessa Spero-Swingle

Inclusion of Diverse Learners in the Educational System

Eric D. Rubenstein and Andrew C. Thoron

School-Based 4-H Programming: Working With Partners Effectively

Vanessa Spero

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Developing organizational and volunteer systems to support youth development

Cooperating Teachers’ Best Practices for Mentoring #4: Role Modeling

Heather R. Nesbitt and Debra M. Barry

This fourth publication of the Cooperating Teachers’ Best Practices for Mentoring series focuses on role modeling. Role modeling is achieved by the cooperating teacher positively modeling all aspects of teaching. This can be accomplished through demonstrating teaching methods, explaining classroom management techniques, and modeling effective communication. Through observation, the student teacher decides what and how they will implement or not implement as an educator in their own classroom. Written by Heather R. Nesbitt and Debra M. Barry and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication; 3 pp.

Understanding Extension for School-Based Agricultural Education #3: FFA and 4-H—A Comparison

Debra Barry, Alyssa Shepherd, Jennifer Patton, and Stephen Gran

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: ==Special Handling==

4-H School Enrichment: A Guide for 4-H Faculty and Staff

Andrew Toelle

4-H School Enrichment can give youth and parents a picture of the benefits of a longer commitment to 4-H. The purpose of this revised 8-page publication is to support 4-H agents as they plan, develop, and evaluate school enrichment programs. Written by Andrew Toelle.

Effective Use of Field Trips in Educational Programming: A Three Stage Approach

Brian Myers and Linda Jones

Understanding Extension for School-Based Agricultural Education #1: Extension 101

Debra Barry, John Diaz, Alyssa Shepherd, Jennifer Patton, and Stephen Gran

School-Based 4-H Programming: Getting Started

Vanessa Spero and Susan Munyan

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet for Academic and 4-H/Youth audience(s). in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Developing organizational and volunteer systems to support youth development.

An Overview of Advisory Councils for School-Based Agricultural Education Programs

R. G. (Tre) Easterly III, Debra M. Barry, Brian E. Myers, and Edward W. Osborne

An advisory council is an organized group of selected business representatives, community members, and school stakeholders who provide input in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of a school-based agricultural education program. Recommendations and best practices are provided for implementing advisory councils. Written by R. G. Easterly III, D. M. Barry, B. E. Myers, and E. W. Osborne; published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication; 7 pp.

4-H Afterschool Resource Guide: Developing and Managing a 4-H Afterschool Program

Sharon K. Junge (original lead), Vanessa Spero (lead), Laura Valencia, Niki Crawson, J. R. Davis, Tara Dorn, Stacy Hall, Karen Henry, Heather Janney, Beth Kerr, Andrea Lazzari, Abby Morgan, Kristie Popa, Cindy Smalley, Melinda Souers, Katelin Stenro

This guide will assist Extension professionals in establishing new after-school programs in communities with insufficient programs available for school-age youth. The chapters cover a range of steps and considerations, including conducting needs assessments, hiring and training staff, and program sustainability. However, this guide cannot cover everything required. Additional resources that provide more in-depth information and tools are listed in this publication. The original educational material was edited and revised for this edition by the National Association of 4-H Youth Development Professionals Afterschool Working Group, led by Vanessa Spero. 

4-H GROW: A Path for a Successful 4-H in School Program

Michael Shawn Jackson and Andrew Toelle

4-H in School programs can reach large groups of youth in a narrow age range, yet they are difficult for many 4-H agents to implement. Building on Ask IFAS publication 4H324, the GROW model is a practical guide for agents to follow to increase the likelihood of beginning and sustaining a successful 4-H in School program. This model addresses who agents can reach out to when in the initial phases of beginning a 4-H in School program and steps to follow as it is being developed.  The model also outlines an organizational plan to eliminate miscommunication and unexpected mishaps by offering a clear understanding of expectations for all participants involved.  Finally, the model identifies tips to make a school enrichment program operate smoothly based on feedback from teachers and 4-H Agents with experience working with 4-H school enrichment programs.