From protecting native plants and pollinators to helping urban, suburban, and rural residents grow food in their communities, the new University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator aims to meet the diverse needs of DuPage, Kane, and Kendall counties.
URBANA, Ill. From protecting native plants and pollinators to helping urban, suburban, and rural residents grow food in their communities, the new University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator aims to meet the diverse needs of DuPage, Kane, and Kendall counties.
Posted7/8/2021 7:32 PM
Illinois 4-H strives to unlock the potential in every young person, helping them to dream, plan, design, build, and achieve. Around the state, University of Illinois Extension 4-H youth development staff are guiding the next generation of leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs.
In June, Leilah Siegel joined Illinois Extension as a 4-H youth development educator serving DuPage, Kane, and Kendall counties in northern Illinois. She will create, provide, and oversee research-based programs for area youth through 4-H clubs and other outreach activities.
We are excited to welcome Leilah to the team and look forward to the leadership and experience she adds to the tri-county 4-H program, says Extension County Director Deanna Roby-Vorgias. Her skills and specialties will not only be an asset to our team but will make a positive impact on our youth and communities.
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DuPage, Kane and Kendall County youth can explore interests with 4-H virtual clubs and events
In February and March, the University of Illinois Extension-DuPage, Kane and Kendall is offering a variety of short-term clubs and one-time special learning events. Youth, age 8 to 18, can learn about dog care, skill training, fun tricks, and more in a six-week Dog Training Spin Club. Joe Lewnard | Staff Photographer, 2016
Posted1/28/2021 9:50 PM
DuPage, Kane and Kendall County youth can discover the arts and sciences with 4-H interactive virtual meetings and hands-on activities to do at home.
In February and March, University of Illinois Extension is hosting a variety of short-term clubs and one-time special learning events, all available online, with something for ages 5 to 18.