Oneida County 4-H Robotics

Welcome to

Oneida County 4‑H Robotics!

Oneida County 4‑H Robotics gives youth the chance to:

Build confidence through hands‑on engineering and problem‑solving
Strengthen teamwork, communication, and leadership
Develop early coding and technology skills
Explore STEM pathways that can lead to high‑demand careers
Discover that innovation is fun, collaborative, and accessible

These are the skills that help shape future engineers, technicians, entrepreneurs, and community leaders—right here at home.

Mission

To advance positive youth development in Oneida County by supporting high‑quality robotics, engineering, and technology programs; empowering volunteers; expanding equitable access to science, technology, engineering, and math learning; and fostering youth leadership, problem‑solving, and service through hands‑on 4‑H experiences.

Vision

To inspire Oneida County youth to thrive as curious, capable, and compassionate innovators who use technology, teamwork, and creativity to build a better future for themselves and their communities.

What makes Oneida County 4-H’s robotics programs unique?

4‑H has a long history of helping young people grow through positive youth development, mentorship, and experiential learning. By pairing robotics with the 4‑H model, students receive:

A safe, supportive environment
Caring adult mentors
Opportunities for leadership and community involvement
A program that is accessible, inclusive, and rooted in youth empowerment.

This combination creates a robotics experience that is not only educational, but transformative.

A group of young children stand in front of a laptop and hold up their Lego builds while smiling at the camera.

Oneida County 4-H Robotics Planning Group

The Oneida County 4-H Robotics planning group is a group of youth and adults within Oneida County 4‑H who believe in expanding Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) opportunities for youth in Oneida County. Their work strengthens the long‑term sustainability of robotics programming in Oneida County.

The Lego Robotics Challenge team and their two coaches stand in front of the bleachers while holding up certificates they won at the competition.

Program Planning & Support

Helps guide the direction of Oneida County 4‑H Robotics by offering input on program needs, schedules, events, and goals. Works with the 4‑H Educator to ensure programs are youth‑centered, safe, and aligned with 4‑H values.

Volunteer Recruitment & Support

Encourages adults to get involved as mentors, coaches, or helpers. Because robotics programs depend on volunteer capacity, the group plays a key role in identifying and welcoming new volunteers.

Ambassadorship & Community Outreach

Shares program successes, invites new families to participate, and builds community awareness. Helps tell the story of how robotics and 4‑H create meaningful learning experiences for youth.

Fundraising & Resource Development

Supports efforts to raise funds for robotics kits, supplies, competition fees, volunteer training, and program growth. Promotes sponsorships, coordinates fundraising, and helps connect the program with community partners.

Current Oneida County 4-H Robotics Board Members:

President:

Jenny Styer Tuckey

Vice President:

Eric Ory

Treasurer:

Angie Sauter

Secretary:

Tiffanie Ory

Three youth and two referees watch the Lego Robotics table as the team puts their robots into action.

Upcoming Meetings:

The next meeting of the Oneida County 4-H Robotics planning group will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, at the Northwoods Center at Nicolet Area Technical College. All Oneida County 4-H youth and adults are welcome and encouraged to attend!

February 27, 2026 Agenda

February 27, 2026 Agenda (Text Version)

Oneida County 4-H Robotics (planning group)
Feb. 27, 2026 – Agenda
Northwoods Center at Nicolet Area Technical College

Call to Order

4-H Pledge

Introductions

Secretary’s Report

Treasurer’s Report

Committee Reports

Unfinished or Old Business

Overview of 4-H Robotics in Oneida County
• Purpose
• Past STEM programs:
o Junk Drawer Robotics – virtual
o 4-H/FIRST LEGO League Challenge team (grades 4-8)
o 4-H/FIRST LEGO League Explore team (grades 2-4)
o Robo-Camp

New Business

Vision, Mission, and Purpose Review and Discussion

Bylaws Review and Discussion
• Required for chartered 4-H groups and clubs.
• Vote to adopt if ready or form a Bylaws Committee to finalize changes before the next meeting. (Wisconsin guidance recommends reading and discussing bylaws at the first meeting and voting once changes are complete.)

Programs & Education
• Brainstorm offerings in 2026-2027:
o Teams
o Day Camps
o Workshops
o Community Outreach or Service Learning
o Field Trips
o Community STEM events
o Youth leadership opportunities

Funding Needs & Funding Sources
o Identify needs
o Identify funding sources:
 Grants
 Sponsorships
 Donations
 Fundraisers

Next Meeting
• Confirm time, location, and goals for next meeting

Adjourn

4-H Robotics By Grade Level

Grades 2-4

4-H robotics for youth in grades 2-4 introduces young learners to the world of robotics through hands‑on building, teamwork, and creative problem‑solving. Youth work together to design and build simple LEGO‑based models, explore real‑world STEM themes, and share what they’ve learned in a fun, supportive environment. It’s a great first step into robotics for curious kids who love to build, imagine, and collaborate.

A Note About Availability – We truly appreciate knowing when families are interested in Oneida County 4‑H Robotics. Your interest helps us plan for future teams and understand where additional support may be needed. Please know that we can only offer teams when we have enough caring adult 4‑H volunteers and the financial resources to support the program. If there is availability, we will let families on the Interest List know as soon as possible. If you do not hear from Oneida County 4-H, the program is either full, or we have not received enough interest, or we are unable to support the team due to not having volunteers or not enough financial support.

Grades 2-4 Interest Form

Grades 4-8 (competitive)

FIRST LEGO League Challenge program gives youth a deeper, more advanced robotics experience. Participants design, build, and program a LEGO robot to complete themed missions on an official challenge field at a regional tournament. Teams also develop an Innovation Project, where they research a real‑world problem, design a solution, and give a presentation on their solution in front of a panel of judges. Along the way, youth strengthen their engineering skills, practice teamwork and communication, and learn how to think like innovators and problem‑solvers.

Grades 4-8 Interest Form

Grades 8-12 (competitive)

This robotics program offers youth a highly engaging, advanced robotics experience. Participants design, build, and program a custom metal‑frame robot using real‑world engineering tools and technologies. Teams work together to strategize, solve complex challenges, and compete on a field where creativity, precision, and teamwork all matter. This program helps youth strengthen their engineering design skills, deepen their coding knowledge, and gain confidence as innovators preparing for future STEM pathways.

Grades 8-12 Interest Form

Donations & Sponsorship Opportunities

Oneida County 4‑H depends on community support to offer high‑quality robotics education and hands‑on STEM experiences for local youth. Donations help us purchase robotics kits, team materials, competition supplies, and volunteer training resources—making it possible for more young people to participate.

View Sponsorship Opportunities

A group of six boys stand side by side in a line and smile for the camera.

A group of youth stand around the Lego Robotics table as they work on the laptop to check their work.

How to Donate:

We want to make it easy for families, businesses, and community members to support Oneida County 4‑H Robotics. Donations can be mailed to:

Oneida County 4‑H Robotics

5350 College Dr.

Rhinelander, WI 54501

Checks should be made payable to: “Oneida County 4‑H Robotics”

Oneida County 4‑H is a nonprofit organization that operates under the umbrella of UW‑Extension Oneida County, and all contributions directly support robotics programming for local youth.

Questions? Need clarification? Contact Oneida County 4-H Staff:

Anne Williams, Oneida County UW-Extension 4-H Program Educator

Phone: 715-365-2762 Email: apwilliams@wisc.edu