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CYFAR 2008:
Another Great Conference

CYFAR 2008 is over, but the proceedings will soon be available online. Watch this space for details. And if you were a presenter and haven't yet submitted your submission form and CD or URL, please do so now so that it can be included.


State CYFAR Program Spotlight:
Seeds to Success at
Rutgers

Learning about fruit and vegetables is only the beginning in this program, which foster workforce readiness in youth with special needs. Read more.

Technology Trend: e-Newsletters

Have you been thinking about starting an e-newsletter to better reach your members, potential members or supporters? Or are you thinking about revamping your existing newsletter? Read Tech Trend for a few tips.

May Hot Topic: Youth Engagement and Activism

There are myriad resources to get youth inspired. See our Hot Topic list for some ideas. Hot topic.

Mission of the Month: Invasive Species, the Aliens Around Us

Did you know that carp were brought to America on purpose to provide good fishing? Now they are considered a pest in many waters. Why have they done so well that they crowd out the native fish? Like all invasive species, it's a question of balance. Try May's Mission of the Month activities and learn all about invasive species. Go to Missions.

Local CYFAR Program Spotlight:
4-H LIFE, Missouri

For parents who are incarcerated, every minute with their kids counts. A CYFAR program in Missouri incorporates parenting skills that lessen the risk factors for the youth and make visitation a more enjoyable and valuable experince. . Read more.

Research Spotlight: Make Time For Free Play

Unstructured play doesn't always look productve, but researchers say child-led play is necessary for normal development. Without it, children may have less creativity and less self control in adulthood. Read more.

 

 

Youth Engagement and Activism
Check out the many resources available to get youth engaged and active in this month's Hot Topic.

Just for Kids

Teens R It

       
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