4-H Afterschool & Summer Programs

Delaware 4-H offers afterschool and summer programs at schools and community centers in each of Delaware’s three counties. These programs target under-served communities that have limited resources and/or who otherwise may not have access to programs and materials. Many of these communities are in rural areas. Each individual site has its own specific age ranges, target groups and/or enrollment guidelines.

Are students in 4-H Afterschool/Summer considered to be 4-H members? Yes! In addition to club-specific projects and programs, 4-H Afterschool/Summer members are eligible to participate in all 4-H contests, events, and camps, both at the county and state level, as well as activities associated with the Delaware State Fair.

How are 4-H Afterschool/Summer programs different from community 4-H clubs? In addition to community 4-H club projects, 4-H Afterschool/Summer students participate in projects that they and their club leaders have developed. Unlike community 4-H clubs, 4-H Afterschool programs meet daily during the school year, during which members get homework assistance to help them improve their academic skills, receive nutritious snacks, and have organized recreation time in a safe and fun environment. During the summer, 4-H Afterschool/Summer programs also meet daily for several weeks for a summer camp experience.

How do I enroll my child in a Delaware 4-H Afterschool program?  Contact the Delaware 4-H County Afterschool Director in the county in which your child attends school.

• New Castle County: Stephanie Jester 
  sjjester@udel.edu (302) 831-8866.
• Kent County: Ray Taylor jrtaylor@udel.edu
• Sussex County: Kendra Harrold kharrold@udel.edu (302) 299-6503

For enrollment information or general questions, please contact the appropriate county afterschool director listed above.

New Castle County locations

Sussex County locations