350 E. Delaware Ave., #9 Republic, WA 99166			PARENT INFORMATION
	Phone: (509) 775-5235		Fax: (509) 775-5218

PARENTS CAN HELP

Learn about Ferry County 4-H and how it works. Help your child select a project that is fun and realistic.

See that projects are completed.

Help your child, but don't do the project for him/her.

Encourage your son/daughter in failure and in success. Help them to see progress and what was learned, not just the end results.

Help them to be a good sport and appreciate the success of others.

Provide transportation to meetings and events, or have meetings in your home. Providing refreshments also helps.

Attend special 4-H activities and events for parents.

Help your 4-H member take part in other events, such as fairs, shows, or camp.

Get aquainted with local 4-H leaders. Let them know you appreciate their efforts.

Volunteer to help with 4-H meetings and events.

VOLUNTEERS

Leaders

4-H leaders are volunteers from your own community. They are specialists in their field who have a particular interest in helping young people. Leaders see that everyone has a chance to learn and take part in the meetings. They make sure that all members feel comfortable in the group. Leaders expect each child to do his/her personal best, but do not demand that all the children be at the same level.

Leaders also keep the program growing along with the young people. Beginning projects may be very simple. As members master basic skills, leaders introduce new and more advanced skills.