4-H Afterschool programs foster a unique combination of fun and learning that helps youth develop lifelong skills, such as leadership, critical thinking and teamwork. The programs address a growing need for quality after-school programming in the U.S., where as many as 15 million children come home to empty houses after school. Research shows that latchkey youth are at a higher risk for violent crimes, substance abuse, antisocial behavior, poor academic performance and becoming school dropouts. To combat this, 4-H Afterschool programs offer a wealth of research-based, ready-to-use “learning by doing” curricula on a wide variety of topics. 4-H tailors programs to each urban, suburban or rural community, supporting programs in many shapes and sizes, depending on the needs and interests of local communities and the youth and adults involved. 4-H Afterschool helps youth develop vital life skills, such as: Making decisions, Solving problems, Thinking critically, Setting goals, Getting excited about learning. 4-H Afterschool connects kids to the University of Arkansas administrative infrastructure for 4-H youth programs across the state.

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