About University of Idaho Extension 4-H Robotics

Vision

The Vision of UI Extension 4-H Robotics is for all Idaho youth to have opportunities to experience the excitement of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) by taking on real-world challenges through high-quality, age-appropriate activities.

Mission

To promote, support and manage a K–12 continuum of interconnected programs that engage Idaho students in authentic, meaningful and high quality STEM activities. UI Extension 4-H Robotics pursues this mission through developmentally-appropriate programs including:

Non-Competitive 4-H Programs

• Junk Drawer Robotics (Levels 1-3)
• Computer Science and Coding with Scratch (Levels 1-3)
• National Youth Science day Activities

Goals

• Increase the number of Idaho students in the STEM Pipeline
• Increase the number of Idaho students who pursue higher education in Science and Engineering fields
• Help Idaho students develop critical life skills, including communication, collaboration, planning, organizing, time management, problem solving and social skills
• Increase Idaho students’ knowledge and skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics