4-H Curriculum and Training

4-H delivers programming in a variety of ways, including the train-the-trainer method. In this model, Extension staff can effectively communicate information to a wide range of individuals and the material can continue to be passed along successfully. Teachers, educators, volunteers, recreation specialists, and other community members are trained by skilled Extension staff, then they utilize their training to instruct others. By utilizing 4-H curriculum, participants agree to complete the required evaluation documents. As a research-based program, evaluation of curriculum is crucial so that Extension can continue providing educational resources.

Mecklenburg County 4-H currently offers:

• Coding in Python: Python is one of the best computer programming languages to learn nowadays. This training covers the fundamentals of Coding in Python and helps participants refine their coding skills. It is train-the-trainer method, meaning adults and educators will be taught and can take this information out to their students.
• 4-H STEM Kit Challenge: This challenge is ideal for ages 8-14 and focuses on food insecurity and how youth can impact their communities in becoming more food secure.
• Embryology: Explore the science of embryology from egg to chicken. 4-H Extension staff provides training and materials for teachers to implement a hands-on, educational experience for students as they incubate eggs and watch them hatch into chicks. For more info, visit: Embryology with Mecklenburg County 4-H
• Real Money. Real World: This financial literacy program ideal for youth ages 13-18 is intended to help youth learn money management skills and understand the relationship between career choice and income. There is not a set date for Real Money. Real World. yet, but ideally it will be inn the winter of 2025. Please contact hewilli9@ncsu.edu if you are interested. For more info, visit: Real Money. Real World.
• NC 4-H Curriculum: We offer curriculum from North Carolina 4-H at no cost. In order to use curriculum, please contact the 4-H Staff. This is because 4-H Staff need to know who is using 4-H curriculum and what the outcomes are. Certain NC 4-H curriculum materials are available online: NC 4-H Curriculum Website Please contact 4-H staff for password protected lessons.