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Staff Reports

Teenagers may be able to increase their scholarship possibilities while making a difference in the community by joining the Douglas County 4-H Teen Institute program beginning Sept. 29.

One of the top criteria for most scholarship applications is a strong emphasis on extracurricular and community service activities. The youth-led Douglas County 4-H Teen Institute program offers activities for ages 13 to 19. They meet 2:30-4:30 p.m. Mondays at the Douglas County 4-H office, 1329 Waterloo Lane across from Lampe Park beginning Sept. 29.

Teen Institute focuses on community service, public speaking and environmental projects. 4-H and partners such as The Nature Conservancy, Kiwanis and the department of energy offer teens a chance to make a difference in their community by testing Carson River water quality, taking part in community recycling projects and teaching science projects in Community Club.

All participation will be documented for scholarships and resumes. There are no fees to join this program.

For information and to sign up, contact Adrienne Sawyer at 782-9960.

Douglas County 4-H is a youth development program of the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension.