Afterschool Program

Starting with one class in one school in 2007 4-H afterschool now has programs in 30 schools throughout Salt Lake County reaching over 2,500 students.

The 4-H afterschool program is designed to support the positive and successful development of youth through the educational philosophy of “learn by doing”. Youth are learning life, decision making and social skills and just having a great time with an adult and friends. Through lessons that provide discovery of science, cooking, personal health, nutrition and arts and crafts youth learn to listen, create and process new and old ideas and skills.They learn to work together and alone, to respect themselves and others and to effectively communicate their needs.The 4-H afterschool program can complement in-school learning and development.

Our 4-H afterschool program strives to provide youth with:

  • access to high-quality afterschool programs
  • a safe place to be afterschool
  • opportunities to increase reading and math skills
  • opportunities to expand their interests and life skills

To learn more about afterschool or to get your school involved with our program please contact Meggan Schulze at meggan.schulze@usu.edu

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Afterschool FAQ's

What does a typical 4-H afterschool day consist of?

  • Snack
  • Homework
  • Physical activity
  • 4-H curriculum is taught

What different programs (curriculum) does 4-H afterschool offer?

  • Health Rocks
  • Nutrition and exercise
  • Arts and crafts
  • Science

How long does the after school program run?

The program runs 5 days a week, for about 2 ½ - 3 hours a day for nine months.

What is the cost of 4-H afterschool programs?

There is no cost to students for the afterschool program. 

What are some of the benefits of the 4-H afterschool program?

  • Getting homework completed
  • Socializing with friends and a safe adult
  • Enrichment – learning skills that will benefit their lives

How do I sign my child up?

Teacher referral OR parents can go to the school office and sign their children up for 4-H afterschool. Be aware that this is only for schools that have an afterschool program in place and that some schools may have waiting lists.

 What can I do if I want to volunteer with this program?

Run a 4-H club for 45 minutes to an hour once a week

Who runs the 4-H afterschool program at each school?

Salt Lake School District hires the staff for each school. The staff runs the after-school program the standard having already being set by the school district

Programs are also run by staff members at the YMCA, ABC New Beginnings, and Salt Lake County Youth Corrections. 

Please contact Cathy Hashimoto with any other questions at Cathy.Hashimoto@usu.edu