YORKVILLE, Ill. – Do you know a teen or kid into computers and technology? Check out the 4-H Tech Explorers Club, a six-part special interest club that teaches STEM and "maker" principles with hands-on activities.
The spring session will focus on Arduino, an open-source electronics prototyping platform. This hardware and software was designed for anyone interested in creating interactive objects or environments, and it can work with buttons, LEDs, motors, speakers, GPS units, cameras, the internet, and even your smartphone or TV.
Tech Explorers is designed for youth ages 9 and older, as Sept. 1, 2022. The group will meet in Yorkville from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. six times this spring – May 17 and 24, as well as June 6, 7, 13, and 16. Space is limited. Learn more or save your spot at go.illinois.edu/4HTechExplorersSpring
The cost to participate is $35 per youth, which includes 4-H enrollment for 2022-23 year. If already enrolled and paid through another 4-H club this 4-H year, the cost for this Tech Explorers session will be $15.
If you have any questions or need a reasonable accommodation to participate, contact 630-553-5823 or keisanug@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your access needs.
About Illinois 4-H: Illinois 4-H is the flagship youth development program of University of Illinois Extension and administered through the College of Agriculture, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences. 4-H grows true leaders, youth who are empowered for life today and prepared for a career tomorrow. The hands-on approach in 4-H gives young people guidance, tools, and encouragement, and then puts them in the driver’s seat to make great things happen. Independent research confirms the unparalleled impact of the 4-H experience, demonstrating that young people are four times more likely to contribute to their communities; two times more likely to make healthier choices; two times more likely to be civically active; and two times more likely to participate in STEM programs.
For Further Information, contact:
Sources: Kim Eisnaugle, 4-H Program Coordinator Kendall County
Writers: Rosie Ralston, Publicity and Promotion Specialist for DuPage, Kane, and Kendall Counties
Illinois Extension leads public outreach for University of Illinois by translating research into action plans that allow Illinois families, businesses, and community leaders to solve problems, make informed decisions, and adapt to changes and opportunities. Illinois Extension is part of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences.