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The Achievement Program gives you incentives to find and use your Spark to make a positive difference in the world.
The Record Book and Achievement Programs are optional and separate programs.
The Record Book and Achievement Programs are optional and separate programs.
We highly recommend you take advantage of both programs to maximize your growth and learning in 4-H.
If you have questions, please contact Gemma Miner at gmminer@ucanr.edu.
iSprout
iSprout
Primary Ages 5-8
Primary Ages 5-8
The iSprout activities focus on the following four topics: Knowing Me, Knowing My Family, Knowing 4-H and Knowing My Community.
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Spark Achievements
Spark Achievements
Junior Ages 9-10 and New 4-H'ers
Junior Ages 9-10 and New 4-H'ers
The Spark Achievements level will help you build a foundation to progress to the more challenging levels.
Emerald Star I and Emerald Star II Achievements
Emerald Star I and Emerald Star II Achievements
Intermediate ages 11-13
Intermediate ages 11-13
Emerald Stars are for Intermediate and Senior members who have earned Spark Achievements or who have previously earned at least a Bronze Star in the Star Rank program.
If you are an Intermediate member just starting the program or becoming interested in earning Achievements, start by earning four Spark Achievement levels.
Impact Star Achievements
Impact Star Achievements
Senior ages 14-18
Senior ages 14-18
Impact Stars are for Senior members who have earned at least one Spark Achievements or who have previously earned at least a Bronze Star in the Star Rank program.
If you are an Senior member just starting the program or becoming interested in earning Achievements, start by earning one Spark Achievement level, and the Emerald Star I and Emerald Star II Achievements.
Questions about the Achievement Program?
Questions about the Achievement Program?
Contact Gemma Miner at gmminer@ucanr.edu.
Join the Band!
Join the Band!
Download the Band app or join from a computer.
Download the Band app or join from a computer.
Join the group.
Join the group.
Ask and answer questions.
Ask and answer questions.
Star Rank System
Star Rank System
The Star Rank System will be an option only for 4-H'ers who have already actively participated in the Star Rank system prior to 2021-22. This program will sunset on June 30, 2027.
Members should continue to use forms they already have.
The Star Rank System will be an option only for 4-H'ers who have already actively participated in the Star Rank system prior to 2021-22. This program will sunset on June 30, 2027.
Members should continue to use forms they already have.
The Star Ranking system is based on the Personal Development Record (PDR) of the Record Book. It was developed as a goal setting tool, aimed at encouraging broad-based participation. The Star Ranking System tallies participation in eight categories:
4-H Projects Completed
4-H Project Skill Activities
4-H Events Attended
Leadership Development
Citizenship & Community Service
Communication Skills
Honors and Recognition
Lifestyle Activities
You earn stars by completing the required number of activities for each level:
Bronze Star: Complete at least 5 of the 8 PDR categories.
Silver Star: Complete at least 6 of the 8 PDR categories.
Gold Star: Complete at least 7 of the 8 PDR categories.
Emerald Star (not in all counties): The Emerald Star program is sponsored by the county 4-H office and/or the county 4-H leaders' council. The Emerald Star program is designed for Intermediate and Senior 4-H members.
Platinum Star: Complete at least 7 of the 8 PDR categories.
Still have questions?
Still have questions?
Contact Gemma Miner at gmminer@ucanr.edu.
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