4-H Sustainable Schools Leader Training Oregon State University Extension 4-H

Resource Type: 
Professional Development/Workshops/Conferences
Resource Description: 

OSU Extension 4-H Sustainable Schools Garden Training
October 14, 15, & 22, 2011


Cost: $145 for new and returning 4-H Leaders

Team Rate (3 or more new or returning 4H leaders from the same school) $110 per person

Community Partners & College Students (who do not wish to enroll as a 4-H leader) $290



This is a perfect opportunity for beginners and those who have some skills in school gardens to gain knowledge and critical skills in integrating sustainable school garden projects into both school and club settings. This 3-day conference is specifically designed for teachers, 4-H Leaders, parents, high school youth and community members who wish to engage youth in hands-on SUSTAINABLE garden concepts and curriculum; develop and manage school gardens; and implement youth focused garden projects in school and community settings. Workshops include: project management, lessons for working with youth, designing and creating urban gardens and farms, planting techniques with kids, working with school districts, building community support, funding your project through grants, cooking with local foods and more! Registration is open and OSU professional graduate credits are available.
 
For more information or to register visit our website at www.4hwildlifestewards.org.

Additional questions about the trainings or to schedule a 3-hour 4-H club leader training at your school, please contact:

Maureen Hosty: 503-916-6075 
Janice Jenkins: 503-916-6074.


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Topics in this Resource: 
Agriculture/Farming
Animals/Wildlife
Biodiversity
Community Involvement
Conservation
Ecology
Gardening/Composting
Habitats/Ecosystems
Nature Awareness
Recycling/Waste
Soil
Stormwater
Sustainability
Trees/Forests
Water
Watersheds
Has Review: 
No
Grade Level: 
Kindergarten,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,Professional/Technical,Higher Education
Age: 
6-11
12-14
15-18
19-35
36-60
Audience Type: 
Adults
PreK-12 Teachers
Nonformal Educators
Parents
General Public
Community Groups
Tribal
Has Evaluation Mechanism: 
Yes, Has Evaluation
Description of Audience Evaluation Mechanism: 

At the conclusion of the training the participants complete an evaluation of the workshop. Follow-up evaluations are conducted 6 months after the training to evaluate impacts.

Educational Objectives: 

To provide teachers, parents and community volunteers with the skills, knowledge and understanding of how to work with students and teachers to create, use, sustain and manage sustainable food and wildlife gardens on school sites.

Environmental Objectives: 

To increase the quantity and quality of wildlife habitats

To provide an opportunity for youth to gain an appreciation for the natural world and gain skills in environmental stewardship

Oregon Benchmark Subject Areas: 
Science
Social Sciences
Skill Sets: 
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resource Systems
Health Science
Applicable Fees
Description of Price Structure: 

The cost for the 3-day workshop is $145.00 for new and returning 4-H leaders. Community Partners & College Students (who do not wish to enroll as a 4-H leader) the cost is $290

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The team rate is $110 per person when 3 or more from one school applies

Support Material: 
A/V (videos, software, website)
Publications (brochures, etc.)
EE Trunks/Boxes
Equipment
Tours
Other support materials: 
on-site consultations
Teacher Training/Support: 
Required
Available
Service Area for Resource: 
Statewide (all)

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