BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Approve Proclamation proclaiming October 4 through 10, 2026 as National 4-H Week in San Benito County.
SBC FILE NUMBER: 156
c. Presentations and Recognitions
This proclamation is to recognize National 4-H Week in October 2026. California 4-H is delivered by the University of California Cooperative Extension, the research and outreach arm of the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources. The 4-H Youth Development Program of UC ANR and UC Cooperative Extension has a strong presence in San Benito County including dedication to youth development, community service, and lifelong learning.
San Benito County 4-H programs offer valuable opportunities to youth and families, providing real-world skill development guided by an experiential learning model that fosters leadership, responsibility, and community engagement. The youth who engage in 4-H programs learn hands-on skills, which are guided by experimental learning models, to prepare future leaders with real skills for careers that are needed by their local community. Opportunities within 4-H encourage wonder and curiosity for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) careers while simultaneously boosting graduation rates.
Statistics show that 4-H youth are four times more likely to give back to their community, two times more likely to make healthier choices, and two times more likely to participate in STEM + Ag activities. In San Benito County, over 400 youth have gone through the 4-H "Youth Lab" program, which teaches animal science literacy.
The University of California Cooperative Extension works closely with the San Benito County network of 4-H youth members, volunteers, and leaders to promote outstanding customer service, a strong commitment to continuous learning, and ongoing contributions to the local community.
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Approve Proclamation proclaiming October 4 through 10, 2026 as National 4-H Week in San Benito County.