Bringing Hands-On Learning to Your Classroom!
At Johnston County 4-H, we believe in learning by doing. Our School Enrichment Programs provide standards-aligned, hands-on experiences that enhance classroom curriculum and help students develop critical life skills. These programs are designed to support teachers, engage students, and bring real-world learning to life.
🌟 What is 4-H School Enrichment?
4-H School Enrichment is a collaborative partnership between Johnston County 4-H and local schools to provide high-quality educational experiences that complement classroom instruction. These programs are based on research-backed curriculum developed through NC State University and are delivered by 4-H staff or trained volunteers—at little to no cost to participating schools.
🏫 Who Can Participate?
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Public, private, and charter schools in Johnston County
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Homeschool groups and learning pods
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Programs are available for grades K–12, depending on the topic
✏️ What Topics are Covered?
Our school enrichment opportunities are aligned with the NC Standard Course of Study and may include themes such as:
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STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
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Agriculture & Animal Science
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Healthy Living & Nutrition
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Financial Literacy
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Public Speaking & Communication
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Environmental Education
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Career Readiness & Leadership
We’re happy to work with educators to tailor programs to meet the needs of your students and classroom objectives.
🧑🏫 Why Choose 4-H?
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Aligned with NC curriculum standards
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Hands-on, experiential learning
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Minimal cost to schools
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Supports core subject areas and soft skills
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Led by trained professionals passionate about youth development
📅 How to Schedule a Program
Interested in bringing 4-H into your classroom? Contact us to discuss program options, availability, and how we can best support your students.
Meredith Wood
4-H Extension Agent
📧 meredith_wood@ncsu.edu
📞 (919) 989-5380
We encourage schools to reach out early—especially for spring and fall programming—as availability is limited and programs book quickly.
💬 What Teachers Are Saying
"4-H provides my students with opportunities to engage, explore, and apply what they’ve learned in meaningful ways."
— Johnston County Teacher
"The support from 4-H staff made it easy to bring something new and exciting into my classroom."
— Local Educator
🚀 Ready to Enrich Your Students’ Learning?
Partner with Johnston County 4-H and bring dynamic, interactive experiences into your classroom. Together, we can empower the next generation of thinkers, leaders, and lifelong learners.
