The Instructor-led YQCA training has been rescheduled for April 14, 2024 at the Buffalo County Courthouse in Alma at 4:00pm. If you have not already done so, please pre-register and complete the required pre-test. Following the training, log back in and complete the post survey on the certificate page.
Register here for 4-H Camp Kinnissippewa 2024In To attend camp a health form will be required! View below! See the attachment below for a step by step registration We are seeking energetic, lively, fun, hard-working 4-H youth in grades 9-12 to be camp counselors. Please fill out the Google Form below to apply! Link to […]
Since 2021, Buffalo County 4-H youth leaders have completed the national, validated 4-H Thrive Survey that measures the program quality of 4-H programs. In late 2023, 41 young people, which represents a little under half of the eligible older youth, completed the survey. For the third year in a row, Buffalo County 4-H has measured […]
Thank you for all the mentoring you’ve provided our new panel members in the last year. We also appreciate all the coaching and redirecting you’ve given to our youth and families in Buffalo and Pepin Counties the last couple of years. You will be missed, but you we’re happy to see you thrive!
It’s been a fun ride with our Buffalo County 4-H graduating members! There’s been lots of hard work and lots of great memories. We look forward to celebrating your successes throughout the rest of our 4-H year! We’re so proud of you!
Buffalo/Pepin County Teen Court panel members Corbyn Weber (CFC), Maya Weir (Durand), Kailyn Pophal (Durand) and Zoey Danzinger (Alma) worked with Teen Court Coordinator Annie Lisowski to interview over twenty new teen court applicants. High school students interested in joining the panel complete an application, participate in interviews, and engage in six hours of training […]
Alison George, a Hilltop Climbers 4-H Club member, participated in a four-week cultural baking camp where she learned to make desserts from different countries while interacting with others on Zoom.
On February 11, the Hilltop Climbers 4-H Club had its February meeting and a demonstration at the Marten Center in Mondovi. After the meeting, 4-H members decorated Valentine’s cookies for local businesses that support our 4-H club throughout the year. 4-H members also made homemade pizzas to take home and enjoy during the Super Bowl. […]
Some youth who are habitual truants, or miss more than ten unexcused days from school, participate in a teen court hearing with peers trained to use restorative practices to lead the discussion. The ultimate goal is for students to change their behavior and return to school, but teen court panel members help youth and families […]
Minnesota 4-H Photography is excited to offer a multi-state photo contest to youth in grades K-13. In the “Hit Me with Your Best Shot” 4-H photo contest, youth are encouraged to select their best photo and tell the committee why it’s special to them. Submit one (1) image (with no or minimal editing) with up […]
Carl A. Duley Legacy Scholarship The Buffalo County Dairy Promotion committee is offering the Carl A. Duley Legacy Scholarship to graduating seniors who reside in Buffalo County or are currently attending a high school located in Buffalo County. Scholarships must be submitted by May 15, 2024.
Event: Summer Academy Grades: 8-11 Location: UW-Madison Dates: Monday, June 24 through Thursday, June 27, 2024 Registration: Registration will open March 1, 2024 via 4honline Cost: The Summer Academy experience fee is $450. Bussing will be offered again in 2024 and will cost $50 round-trip regardless of pick-up/drop-off location. Questions: Contact Justin Lieck (justin.lieck@wisc.edu) or […]
Check out the top photography from our 4-H youth that showcased their composition skills at the Buffalo County 4-H Festival of Arts on February 11, 2024.
Buffalo/Pepin County Teen Court panel members Caitlyn Stadler (Mondovi), Miriam Sandberg (Mondovi), and Alyson Turner (Gilmanton) listened to a truancy violation on Valentine’s Day. The youth asked restorative questions, helped the young person and their family reflect on the situation, and provided requirements to help repair relationships and reduce harm. Teen court is a youth-led […]
The Buffalo County Partnership Council, a coalition of teachers, students, law enforcement, university professors and public health and human services professionals, invited all eighth grade students in Buffalo County from Alma, Cochrane-Fountain City, Gilmanton and Mondovi schools districts to participate in the annual prevention day on February 13, 2024, at the Cochrane-Fountain City School. The […]
The Buffalo County 4-H Festival of Arts is an annual event that allows 4-H youth artists and performers to share their skills by showcasing their arts and communication talents. Youth participants received valuable feedback on how to further develop their skills from a qualified judge or their peers. The educational event was held on Sunday, […]
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