Core Program Areas

Core Program Areas

Core Program Areas

Agriculture and Animal Sciences

The Kentucky 4-H Youth Development Program strives to increase agricultural literacy among youth in Kentucky

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Health and Well-being

Kentucky 4-H Health and Wellbeing programs aim to empower young people to make informed decisions about their physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health.

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Science, Engineering & Technology

The Kentucky 4‑H Science, Engineering, and Technology program engages youth in STEM projects like aerospace, agriscience, computer science, and robotics to help them build skills and explore new ideas.

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Family & Consumer Sciences

The Kentucky 4‑H Family and Consumer Sciences Program helps youth build practical skills through projects from cooking to money management.

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Leadership

Kentucky 4‑H Leadership programs help youth build confidence by setting goals, practicing public speaking, and developing real-world skills alongside supportive mentors and peers.

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Natural Resources

Kentucky 4-H Natural Resources programs give young people the opportunity to discover their spark through hands‑on experiences ranging from shooting sports to environmental science.

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Communication and Expressive Arts

Kentucky 4-H Communication and Expressive Arts programs and curricula emphasize artistic expression and communication.

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Contact Information

Rachel Noble Guidugli, Ed.D.
Assistant Extension Director for Kentucky 4-H Youth Development

450 Cooper Drive Moloney Bldg. Suite 114 Lexington, KY 40546-0274

(859) 257-5961

rachel.guidugli@uky.edu