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Learn the vital role of Parents’ Committee in 4-H clubs, supporting positive experiences, recruitment, and leadership. Discover how the committee assists with decision-making, problem-solving, and new leader orientation.
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Parents’ Committee A vital part of the 4-H club leadership team By Diane Mack, NE Area 4-H Specialist
Purpose of Parents’ Committee • Ensures that the club has the necessary leadership to provide positive learning experiences • Identify and recruit volunteer leaders
Role of Parents’ Committee Members • Work as a team – function like a school board or board of directors • Assist the club by giving advice • Making recommendations • Providing support to club leader
Support club by: • Promoting membership expansion • Promoting 4-H to the public • Assist with problem-solving and decision making within the club • Providing orientation and training to new project leaders • Providing orientation to new 4-H families
Organizing the Parents’ Committee • Consist of three to five adults • Organized each spring • Can be elected, selected or appointed • Staggered terms • Senior member becomes chair