On April 21st, Cochrane-Fountain City School hosted an exciting Math and Science Night, where elementary-aged students had the opportunity to engage in various math and science activities. Among these activities, Bianca Mullen, 4-H Program Assistant, and Stephanie Foust, 4-H Associate Educator, guided the students through a hands-on fire tile activity. Engaging with about 100 students, […]
Attention Buffalo County 4-H Members! We are excited to announce a service learning project opportunity with the Sleep in Heavenly Peace organization. This is a wonderful chance to make a difference in our community by ensuring every child has a comfortable place to sleep. Project Details: How you can help We invite you to join us for a group […]
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our incredible 4-H volunteers. Your unwavering dedication and tireless efforts have been the cornerstone of Buffalo County 4-H’s success. We deeply appreciate the countless hours you invest in mentoring, guiding, and inspiring our youth. Your commitment not only enriches their lives but also strengthens our […]
Congratulations to Corbyn and Miriam! We are thrilled to announce that Corbyn Weber and Miriam Sandberg have won the Wisconsin Teen Court Association scholarships worth $500 each! Their hard work and dedication have truly paid off. Congratulations Corbyn! Congratulations Miriam!
Buffalo / Pepin County Teen Court welcomed 15 new panel members at their training on April 11th at the Buffalo County Courthouse in Alma. These new panelists join another 30 high school students already serving as peer judges. Teen Court hears over 25 cases a year across the two counties, with referrals from the juvenile […]
A day of prevention education just for graduating seniors took place on April 10, 2025, at Cochrane-Fountain City School. Buffalo County Senior Day, sponsored by the Buffalo County Partnership Council, is an opportunity for graduating students across Buffalo County to think critically about potential risk behaviors from local speakers. The event centered considering the consequences of […]
Wishing you much success and happiness in your new position as Positive Youth Development Institute Associate Director for the Division of Extension-Madison. Thank you for your years of service and devotion to Buffalo County youth programming. Your dedication, hard work, and countless contributions over the years have truly made a significant impact on Buffalo County […]
REMINDER: All Buffalo County Fair meat animal exhibitors must earn one Meat Animal Educational Credit in addition to the YQCA training requirement to be eligible to participate in the 2025 Junior Livestock Sale. According to the 2025 Buffalo County Livestock Sale Rules, failure to complete the Meat Animal Educational Credit as well as the YQCA […]
4-H members must enter animal identification information into 4-H Online by May 1, 2025. 4-H members planning to exhibit animals at the Buffalo County Fair must log into 4-H Online and enter the animal information for all animals prior to May 1st. Important: Enter all information requested before submitting. Be prepared with your Premise ID […]
On March 21st and 28th, Associate 4-H Educator Stephanie Foust organized two engaging “Sparks Days.” Participants explored a variety of activities, including 3D printing, using 3D pens, and creating spin art. They also participated in a meaningful service-learning project, sewing pillowcases for the “Sleep in Heavenly Peace” initiative. Art Sparks Maxville Art Sparks Buffalo City
Buffalo County 4-H members engaged in a service learning project, sewing pillowcases for the ‘Sleep in Heavenly Peace’ nonprofit to ensure all children have beds and clean bedding to sleep on.
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More than 40 Buffalo County 4-H meat animal project members were trained in the national Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) requirements by certified trainer, Buffalo County 4-H Youth Development Educator, Annie Lisowski, on Wednesday, March 26 in Mondovi. The youth practiced discussing life skills and learned more about animal wellness and animal […]
At their March meeting, the Glencoe Hustlers 4-H Club members had an exciting opportunity to explore the woodburning toolkit. They enthusiastically created various woodburning projects, including picture frames and door signs, showcasing their creativity and craftsmanship.
Join us in building a more just future! What you need to know about the Wisconsin Restorative Justice Summit 2025! The Restorative Justice Summit is a statewide educational forum that brings together young people and youth-serving professionals to collaborate in advancing equitable, evidence-based restorative justice and peacemaking practices that aim to transform youth services, programs […]
The Golden Hornets 4-H Club took a sweet adventure to Valley Springs Maple Syrup in Waumandee, Wisconsin, on Sunday, March 23rd! Members and their families learned firsthand how maple syrup is made, from tapping trees to boiling sap into syrup. The owners, Susan Pronschinske and Arick Pronschinske, welcomed the group, who explained how sap is […]
Amber Lund $500 Scholarship From your perspective, how have BCPC’s efforts impacted your peers, school, and community? In my opinion, the Buffalo County Partnership Council has made lasting contributions to our community and the individuals who live in it. By spreading awareness through prevention days and initiatives, BCPC has been able to educate the youth […]
Kailyn Pophal $500 Scholarship How has Teen Court and Restorative Justice impacted your community? Teen Court and restorative justice impact my community and many others surrounding it. When we are presented with a youth with a violation, our only goal is to help that individual. Our main focus is to understand why they did what […]
Alison George Hilltop Climbers 4-H Club 4-H Youth Leadership Scholarship $500 Scholarship One outstanding 4-H leadership experience for me was when I had the opportunity of being chosen as one of four 4-H members throughout Wisconsin to travel to Washington D.C. in March 2023 to be part of a beef ambassador team for a program […]
