Public Speaking

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Presentation Day

Presentation Day(s) give members the chance to communicate an idea or concept to an audience. By going through the process of giving a presentation, members learn how to research a subject, organize ideas in a logical order, and practice public speaking skills which are valuable later in life.
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Achievement Night

Achievement Night is the awards and recognition event for 4-H members and adult volunteers for the previous year. This event is for all 4-H families. It will include Star Ranks, Special Awards and a Sacramento County 4-H Slide Show.
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Regional Presentations

The 4-H Presentation Program is designed for 4-H members ages 9 to 18. The system of county, regional, and state 4-H presentations supports youth 4-H members (aged 9 to 18) in practicing and improving their public speaking skills.
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In-Person Regional Presentations

Some counties may be offering an in-person regional event. Youth may attend after qualifying with a blue or gold award at a County 4-H Presentation event (either in-person or virtual).Northern California in Crescent City Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025 Start Time: 9:30 A.M.
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Primary Projects

Kids aged 5 to 8 can join 4-H as Primary Members, also known as Cloverbuds. Primary Member projects and activities are based on research on positive youth development. Positive youth development means helping you grow by giving you chances to learn, make choices, and build skills.
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Leadership

You have many opportunities to develop and improve your leadership skills in 4-H. Even Primary Members have opportunities to learn and practice leadership skills in public speaking, project management, communication, team building, organization and negotiation. You can practice leadership skills in both…
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Creative Expression & Communication

Creative expression includes all the different ways you can express yourself: Visual arts (painting, drawing, sculpture, photography) Performing arts (dance, theater, music, presentations) Literary arts (writing, poetry, storytelling) Crafts (handmade objects, textiles, pottery) Digital arts (graphi...
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Projects

A 4-H project is a hands-on way for you to find your "spark" - something that you enjoy doing and that interests you.
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About California 4-H

The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program (California 4-H) is open to all youth ages 5 to 18 in every county in California. California 4-H believes in the power of young people. We see that every child has valuable strengths and real influence to improve the world around us. California 4-H…
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Empowering Youth Voices: My Journey Facilitating the National Academy's Out-of-School Time Setting Meeting in D.C.

July 5, 2024
By Suzanne Morikawa, Eve S Dowdell
CA 4-H Communications Intern Eve Dowdell shared her experience facilitating a meeting for the Committee on Out of School Time settings, hosted by the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. The meeting in Washington, D.C. included testimonials from youth and adult leaders from various…
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