Parent and Youth School and Education Resources

For over 100 years, OSU Extension, in cooperation with partners across Oregon and the U.S. has fulfilled its mission to deliver research-based, hands-on education throughout Oregon communities. Our commitment has endured through flu epidemics, economic downturns and world wars, and is still strong today. Now, many parents and caregivers are home with children, often juggling new roles. In response, our Extension educators are providing new ways to support the health and education of children and adults throughout Oregon and to help families pull through the COVID-19 crisis. We are teachers. We are researchers. We are neighbors. We are here for you.

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Latest resources

Think like an Animal Scientist!

Watch the video to learn how animal scientists solve problems! Use the activity handout to record your data.

Kristen Moore | Dec 2020 | VIDEO

Got Milk? A Science Experiment!

Milk is the world's most complex, natural, and oldest fluid. Learn about caseins, a major protein in cow milk. Materials needed to complete the activity: Powdered or Fluid Milk, Measuring cup, Microwaveable bowl, Vinegar, Measuring spoon, Spoon, Coffee filter, Cup, Paper towels, Markers

Kristen Moore | Dec 2020 | VIDEO

Bears, Whales, Mice - Oh my!

Our natural world is fascinating. You will learn interesting facts about different animal's milk!

Kristen Moore | Dec 2020 | VIDEO -Browse all resources

Extension programs for youth

4-H Youth Development

-4-H empowers young people with hands-on learning experiences to help them grow and thrive. By creating a safe and welcoming environment, young people develop the skills needed to make a positive impact on the world around them.

Open Campus -

OSU Open Campus, a community-based education partnership convened by Oregon State University, provides local access to learning in order to address the unique educational needs of Oregon’s communities. Through a statewide network of...

Outdoor School

This is an exciting time for Oregon and for Oregon’s 5th and 6th grade students as OSU Extension works in collaboration with schools, partners, and communities to support and grow the statewide Outdoor School program, building on a legacy that began in 1966.

Food Hero Activities for Home

Everyone’s go-to website for fast, healthy and budget-friendly meals is now hosting a special page called COVID-19: Activities for Home. There you’ll find cooking, gardening, and fun fitness ideas, focused on using household items you may already have at home. -Check this out

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