4-H Youth Experiences in Science (YES)

What is 4-H Youth Experiences in Science? The 4-H Youth Experiences in Science (YES) Project brings the resources of the 4-H Youth Development Program, Sacramento START, Folsom Cordova STARS, and the Elk Grove USD Expanded Learning Programs together to strengthen science education for young elementary school-aged children living in Sacramento County's most diverse communities. Each school year, the 4-H YES project is active at numerous out-of-school-time programs throughout the city and county of Sacramento.

The 4-H YES curriculum is designed to foster inquiry and engage children ages 5 to 8 in the process of exploration. Young children are introduced to the formal scientific process by performing a variety of scientific tasks including observing, organizing, comparing and communicating. A cross-age teaching model engages teenage volunteers as teachers.

After attending a 10-hour training session (and equipped with the YES curriculum and adult support), the teens work in teams to prepare and deliver weekly science activities.

Can I volunteer for the 4-H YES Project? We have volunteer openings for both teens and adults. Job descriptions and applications are found on the right.