National Congress/State Record Books
If you are interested in attending the National Congress this year in November, now is the time to get your State Record Books in order. Please contact Kaitlin if you have questions.
Agent Letter
Hello 4-Hers, This nice weather sure has been a tease for the spring and summer approaching fast! We have had some busy weekends with Favorite Foods, Photography contest and State Teen Conference. Get ready for March and April! Please make Continue reading Agent Letter
March through May Calendars
Favorite Foods Results
New Castle County 4-H had a great turnout for Favorite Foods this year. It finally feels like we’re getting back on our feet! We had a successful competition with lots of delicious dishes and creative table placements. Thanks to all Continue reading Favorite Foods Results
Foods Judging Results
Congrats to everyone who participated! Seniors: 1-Daisy Timney Heavenly Hooves2-Claire Schaedler Meado-Larks3-Chase Oldis Porter Gang4-Brogan Raughley Porter Gang5-Colby Lockridge Porter Gang6-Savannah Timney Heavenly Hooves7-Joey Ciamaricone Porter Gang Juniors: 1-Evelyn Witte Porter Gang2-Anna Schaedler Meado-Larks3-Amelia Carrubba Meado-Larks4-John McClaine Heavenly Hooves
Photo Contest Results
CONGRATULATIONS to the following who participated in the Photo contest: Eleanor Carrubba – Meado-Larks Amelia Carrubba – Meado-Larks Liam Aber – Holy Angels Briella Vazquez – Holy Angels Yoliett Ramirez – Holy Angels Whitney Shelman – Holy Angels Neve Taylor – Continue reading Photo Contest Results
State Camp & Day Camp
Newark, Cloverbud, CIT Day Camps: June 26-30 All Camp Registrations open March 1
Spring Break STEM Camp
Join 4-H as we travel to outer space, underwater and explore the earth during a three day spring break experience. Campers will have a hands-on learning experience with NASA approved sun science, water and earth experiments, and learning in a Continue reading Spring Break STEM Camp
YMO (Younger Member Overnighter)
Come Join us for Younger Member Overnighter! Saturday, April 1st – Sunday April 2, 2023 Drop off at 12:00 PM Pick up at 10:00 AM Ages 8-12 year old’s Camp Country Center: 1051 Sharpless Road, Hockessin, DE 19707 Cost: $15 Continue reading YMO (Younger Member Overnighter)
2023 Clothing Showcase
This event allows 4-H’ers to showcase their sewing skills, consumer skills, or both as they participate in three areas of competition. 4-H’ers can participate in one portion, two portions or all portions of the showcase. 4-H’ers must be present the Continue reading 2023 Clothing Showcase
Club Reports
Holy Angels Our February meeting was a game about water. We rolled special dice at different stations to see where we would go if we were a drop of water. Everyone started at a different place. At each station, we Continue reading Club Reports
Legislative Day 2023
This is an annual event where 4-H members can visit our State Capital to learn what the legislative process is all about! 4-H’ers can participate in Legislative Day for more than one year as we offer different programs for different Continue reading Legislative Day 2023
Ag Day
The 46th AG Day is Saturday, April 29 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. It is a community event hosted by the University of Delaware College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Cooperative Extension has a long-standing presence at Ag Day Continue reading Ag Day
Resume Building Workshop
Calling all high school 4-H members! Starting to apply for a summer job or scholarship but need some assistance? Come and build the skills you need to be ready for your first or next interview. April 6 at 6:30pm – Resume Continue reading Resume Building Workshop
Litter Barrel Contest
In an effort to promote litter awareness and the work of the 4-H program, all clubs are encouraged to design and paint a litter barrel to place out in their community. Get your brushes out artists, and work with your other 4-H club members to design a barrel with a creative theme to promote litter awareness. Each club should complete an entry form and submit it to the 4-H Office by March 31st. Club litter barrels should be able to be in place for 30 days. Paint away and have fun!
Egg My Yard Fundraiser
Surprise your little one(s) or a family friend this Easter with Eggs from the Easter Bunny in their front yard! Your treat filled eggs will be delivered to your yard on Saturday April 8th, 2023 (scattered not hidden). If there is Continue reading Egg My Yard Fundraiser
Shamrock Strut
Join Delaware 4-H in the one day Shamrock Strut on Friday, March 17th. Who will have all of the luck with the most steps for one day. Please submit your information and steps for the day to the link below Continue reading Shamrock Strut
NCC Livestock
Please Save the Date for the 2023 New Castle County Livestock Show Saturday, June 3, 2023 at Delaware State Fair grounds More info to come!
Senior Spotlight
We are proud of our 4-H Seniors and their accomplishments! Send us a few highlights (max of two short paragraphs) from 4-H and High School along with a Senior photo! All submissions be highlighted in DE 4-H Newsletters and Social Continue reading Senior Spotlight
Caesar Rodney Summer Sizzle Livestock Show
Open to Delaware 4-H and FFA members ages 5-19 as of January 1 that have market lamb and market goat projects.
Scholarship Opportunities
NEW CASTLE COUNTY 2023 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM NOW OPEN! New Castle County is committed to supporting students pursuing undergraduate college degrees with scholarships to help defray their educational costs. This program will offer awards of $500 to $3,000. To be eligible you must Continue reading Scholarship Opportunities