Kansas State University

November Thriving Positive Youth Development Training, November 4-6, 2025

Submitted by Marissa Randel

Extension Professionals: Looking for a refresh or the opportunity to join us for the first time? We have room in our November Thriving Positive Youth Development Training, November 4-6, 2025, in Manhattan.

We invite anyone who works in 4-H Youth Development to register and join the training either as a first-timer or for a refresher. Registration is due October 28^th for the November training. There will also be opportunities for future trainings - information located here. Please follow this link to register for the November and future trainings.

Some of the Components included:

• Positive Youth Development and the Thrive Model
• Generational Insights
• Age Age-appropriate learning
• Using the Experiential Learning Model
• Who is Volunteering, Engaging Volunteers and Volunteer Screening  
• Accommodations process
• Conflict Spiral with scenarios
• 4-H staff support
• Capturing the Impact of 4-H Through PFT Signature Programs 
• Planning for Educational Events (program vs an event)
• Youth/adult partnerships 
• Community Clubs: 4-H Club Organization and Leadership Structure - Parents Committee, Succession Plans 
• 4-H Finances
• Policy 
• Use of Clover, Branding
• Publicity 
• Chartering Clubs 
• The 4-H Year, 4-H Calendar, and Master Calendar
• Where are the resources? Event Registration, State Events/KSF 
• County Fair  

With questions, reach out to Beth Hinshaw bhinshaw@ksu.edu or Marissa Randel mrandel@ksu.edu.