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4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills. Texas 4-H is open to all youth between the ages of 9 (or 8 and in the 3rd grade) to 18. If you would like to know more about 4-H and how get involved click the information button. More Info

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Celebrate the centennial

From September 1, 2007 to August 31, 2008 the Texas 4-H and Youth Development Program will celebrate 100 years of youth development in Texas. We encourage you to visit the 4-H Centennial site and learn how you can "Make it Yours" after 100 years of Texas 4-H. More Info

TEXANS BUILDING CHARACTER


SPORTS MODEL
Audiences

National sports organizations
Cheer Leaders/ Pep Squads
Drill Teams/Bands
Little League Players
Parents and Spectators
Coaches and Volunteer Officials

Youth/Adult Booster Club
Media/ Sports Magazines
Businesses that advertise at sports events
Athletic Equipment Suppliers
Pro Athletes and Officials


Methods

Sports Programs/Camps
Training Camps
Drill Team/ Band routines
In Services for Volunteers and Coaches
Recognition Programs at Schools
Pep Rally and Cheers
Sportsmanship Banquet

Newsletter/Newspaper articles
Booster Club Meetings/ Alum Groups
Exhibits and Billboards
Flowers on windshields (parking lot)
Character statements in sports bulletins
Radio Announcement during game


Collaborators

Booster Clubs
Alumni
Intramural Leagues
Equipment Suppliers
Teachers

Coaches
Parks and Recreation Programs
Parents
Community League Association
Civic Organizations


Resources

National Sports Organizations/Association
Business
Concession Suppliers
Player Personnel College Board
Boosters
Donations from Community

Churches
Pro Players
School Alumni
Athletic Equipment Suppliers
College athletics and coaches
Local Minor League Teams


Evaluation

Less fighting at games
Less trash to pick up
Increased participation by all youth
More recognition for sportsmanship

More positive comments from parents,
teachers and coaches
Increased sportsmanship among parents
Decreased heckling/Improved attitudes
Decreased graffiti


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Page last updated: August 7, 2007