My name is Karyn Mendoza. I am Champaign County's new 4-H Youth Development Educator for the University of Illinois Extension. My role is to work with Champaign County schools to deliver educational programs to students. I am happy to offer the following to your school:

• In-class educational programs for students kindergarten through high school
• In-service trainings or workshops for teachers on an array of topics including bullying and violence prevention
• Dynamic curriculum that can be incorporated into the classroom and taught by teachers (training will be provided)
• Programs that meet Illinois State Board of Education's Learning Standards
• Programs that are no cost to your school

In the past, U of I Extension has provided educational programs for students and in-service trainings to teachers across Champaign County. Our programs have been well received by students and teachers alike. Following you will finda list of the educational programs we are currently offering to students and training opportunities for teachers.

Please feel free to telephone me to schedule a program for your school. I can be reached Monday through Friday at 217.333.7672. Or, you may email me by clicking here. I look forward to hearing from you.

• 4-H School Enrichment Programs address the following Illinois State Board of Education's Learning Standards: Sciences, English/Language Arts, Social Sciences, Mathematics, Health/Physical Development, Fine Arts.
• All curriculum materials are provided free of charge.
• Delivery may be by Extension Staff, in-service for teachers, or a combination of both.
• Students participating in a school enrichment program will be enrolled in a special 4-H group through their classroom and receive recognition at the completion of the program.

Bullying

Bullying is not just a phase or natural behavior. Bullying may lead to serious behavior problems. Yet, teachers and parents are often reluctant to intervene with bullying by either helping the bully or the victim. U of I Extension staff can provide workshops for teachers and parents on the subject of bullying . . . How to deal with the bully, how to help the victim, how to identify when bullying may be a problem, and how to create an environment that is bully-free.

Terrific Teachable Moments

This booklet contains immediate solutions for misbehavior in the classroom. It's the perfect compliment to Character Education. Gives teachers a quick response with hands-on, minds-on activities. A limited supply of books are available or a one-hour in-service can be scheduled to introduce Terrific Teachable Moments.

African-American History

Students will experience African-American cultural traditions through hands-on learning.

• Inventors who made history in the way food is prepared and stored are features. Preparation of traditional soul food recipes are included in the curriculum.
• Learn how quilts were used as a visual message to help slaves find freedom.
• For many years the African slaves did not have the proper tools to care for their hair.
• Learn how they endured and overcame.

Choose any or all of these programs. Appropriate for Grades K–8.

Healthy Hands/Healthy Kids

Do you want to keep your classroom healthier and have fewer absentees? Basic hand washing skills will be taught to children as an important aspect of personal hygiene, food safety, and sanitation. One 45 minute session provides children with a hands-on learning experience about germs and proper hand washing.

Cloverbuds

4-H Cloverbuds uses hands-on learning activities to help children explore art, plants and animals, science, and the environment. Youngsters also engage in group activities that promote personal development, healthy life-styles, and a sense of citizenship.

Character Counts!

Teachers are pleased with the results of teaching the six pillars of good character using hands-on interactive activities. Practicing trustworthiness, respect, caring, fairness, citizenship, and responsibility is a key to classroom management. Appropriate for grades K–8.

Click here to schedule your primary class today!

African-American History

Students will experience African-American cultural traditions through hands-on learning.

• Inventors who made history in the way food is prepared and stored are features. Preparation of traditional soul food recipes are included in the curriculum.
• Learn how quilts were used as a visual message to help slaves find freedom.
• For many years the African slaves did not have the proper tools to care for their hair.
• Learn how they endured and overcame.

Choose any or all of these programs. Appropriate for Grades K–8.

Character Counts!

Teachers are pleased with the results of teaching the six pillars of good character using hands-on interactive activities. Practicing trustworthiness, respect, caring, fairness, citizenship, and responsibility is a key to classroom management. Appropriate for grades K–8.

Conflict Resolution

Conflict is a natural part of life. It is how we handle that conflict that can make a difference. Unresolved conflict leads to stress, physical, and emotional problems. Learn ways to manage anger without a physical or verbal abuse. With a little effort, we can learn how to resolve conflict in a positive way! Designed for 7– 8 Graders.

Walk In My Shoes

Help your students become "senior friendly." Erase their fears of the elderly as they begin to understand the natural aging process using interactive activities.

Wonderwise

Through CD-Rom videos and activities, students explore science by "becoming" genetic counselors, vet detectives, space geologists, urban ecologists, and more! Extension staff will provide in-service training for teachers to show how to include Wonderwise in your science curriculum.

Click here to schedule your elementary school class!

Welcome to the Real World

An active, hands-on, real-life simulation that gives young people the opportunity to explore career opportunities, make life-style and budget choices similar to those adults face on a daily basis, and evaluate the choices they have made. Allow two 45 minute sessions or one 1-1/2 hour session to complete the process.

Understanding Illinois Local Government

This high school curriculum is designed to develop citizens who care about and contribute to their communities. By helping students discover how Illinois local governments solve the problems closest to us (such as good roads, strong schools, effective fire and police protection, and safe water supplies) we will build an informed citizenry ready to assume leadership roles in their communities. The curriculum offers a variety of hands-on activities for students. U of I Extension staff can provide an in-service for teachers and a teacher's manual and sets of student manuals will be provided.

Click here to schedule your class!