What is 4-H?

4-H is the youth development program of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service, a part of the Texas A&M University System and by local county governments.  Its goal is to help young people grow into capable, responsible, confident members of their communities by providing information, opportunities, activities and events which are educational, developmental and fun.

4-H Membership and Age

Any youth may become a member of 4-H when he/she has reached 8 years of age and has entered the 3rd grade.  A youth’s last year in 4-H shall be the calendar year in which the 19th birthday occurs.  4-H age is determined on his/her age as of August 31 of the calendar year.  In addition, the youth must live in Rains County or attend the Rains ISD.

What are the four “H’s”?

The four “H’s” are explained in the organization’s pledge, which every 4-H’er should know:

           I pledge

My Head to clearer thinking,

My Heart to greater loyalty,

My Hands to larger service and

My Health to better living for

my club, my community,

my country and my world.

 

The 4-H Motto is “TO MAKE THE BEST BETTER” AND THE 4-H Slogan is “LEARN BY DOING‘.