Torie Piehl, Administrative Assistant and 4-H Program Assistant | NDSU Extension - LaMoure County
Torie Piehl, Administrative Assistant and 4-H Program Assistant | NDSU Extension - LaMoure County
NDSU Extension's Center for 4-H Youth Development has announced that its Next Chapter at NDSU initiative will receive a $250,000 grant from the CHS Foundation. This funding opportunity is limited to one program per college.
The Next Chapter at NDSU is designed as a career readiness curriculum targeting youth starting from eighth grade. It includes hands-on activities that help participants explore their interests, develop essential life skills, and plan for their future careers.
The curriculum consists of 17 lesson plans that can be adapted and updated. These lessons cover topics such as goal-setting, time management, resume writing, and financial management. The program is delivered in various settings including classrooms, after-school programs, and 4-H clubs with the aim of preparing young people for successful futures.
“This recognition highlights our and the CHS Foundation’s unwavering commitment to empowering youth and cultivating the next generation of agricultural leaders,” said Leigh Ann Skurupey, assistant director of 4-H Youth Development.
The initiative was developed in response to a national survey indicating high school students feel unprepared for employment post-graduation. They expressed a desire for educational pathways that are shorter, more affordable, and closely linked to career opportunities.
“The CHS Foundation is proud to support North Dakota 4-H and its Next Chapter at NDSU program,” stated Megan Wolle, president of the CHS Foundation. “This work is both creative and grounded in research for youth development. We’re grateful for the strong program leadership that will help develop the next generation of agriculture leaders in North Dakota.”
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