1. Module #3: Roles 4-H Parents Can Perform in the 4-H Program “I’m a 4-H Parent…Now What?” Indiana 4-H Parent Resource Series for Extension Educators, Volunteers, and Parents Compiled by Steve McKinley, Extension Specialist, Leadership & Volunteerism “I am more eager to do my share if others are also helping, if I have chosen it, and if it fits my time and skill.” 1

2. Objective: Identify roles parents can perform in the 4-H Program. Question to answer: What roles can parents perform within the 4-H Program? 2

3. Parent Roles in 4-H  Help, cooperate, and smile often!  Offer your time & services to assist the 4-H Club volunteer. You have knowledge, skills, and abilities that are needed in 4-H.  Attend 4-H meetings to provide assistance with crowd control.  Pick up and/or drop off your children – on time!  Consider helping with the operation of the 4-H Club. 3

4. Parent Roles in 4-H  Serve on committees to help plan and conduct events.  Share your expertise in projects with club members.  Share ideas for possible future programs.  Help secure other qualified adults to assist with projects and activities. 4

5. Parent Roles in 4-H  Serve as a judge for an event.  Support the 4-H Program in the community.  Promote 4-H among friends and acquaintances.  Provide refreshments.  Encourage accurate and complete record-keeping. 5

6. Parent Roles in 4-H  Read the information sent to your home about 4-H to keep up-to-date on activities.  Know that “help” is guidance and support; “do with” rather than “do for”.  Follow expectations of a 4-H parent (see next module).  Consider volunteer service in the 4-H program. Applications are available in the County Extension Office. 6