"I have sworn upon the altar of God eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man."
-Thomas Jefferson
-Thomas Jefferson
Liberty's Hope is provided as a
public service for any family or neighborhood group looking for an Agency-based Achievement program for the rising generation. |
The four components of Liberty's Hope
(heart, mind, might, and strength) are similar to the 4 Hs in the 4-H program You may consider registering your Liberty's Hope group as a 4-H club to help children connect with and serve their community. Click here for ideas about forming a 4-H History Club |
Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children
in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same,
or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children's children
what it was once like in the United States where men were free.
Ronald Reagan, 40th president of US (1911 - 2004)
in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same,
or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children's children
what it was once like in the United States where men were free.
Ronald Reagan, 40th president of US (1911 - 2004)
Ages 4-8
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Ages 8-12
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Ages 12+
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Liberty's Hope is a youth achievement program that is compatible with the 4-H program in each county. Emphasis is given to the development of skills and character traits necessary for the rising generation to become a self-governing people capable to preserving liberty for years to come.Grandparents!! This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate learning and achievements of your grandchildren. |
Grandparents or extended family can organize a family gathering once every three months to celebrate your grandchildren's and cousin's achievements. That's all you need to do. This program does not add one more thing to a parent's to-do list; instead it allows them to continue with the programs they have already selected. Grandparents offer additional recognition and motivation for accomplishments of children.
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Liberty's Hope can be divided into the following three age groups: (Knickerbockers, Knights and Ladies of Liberty, Young Patriots for America are suggested club names) |
Knickerbockers (ages 5-8)
4-H Cloverbuds These children may participate in all projects that parents deem appropriate for their child. However, children are rewarded for participation only. They will not be judged on skill ability until they reach the age of 8. Parents should wait until a child has reached age 8 before asking children to complete all requirements for a project |
Knights and Ladies of Liberty (ages 8-12)
These children may participate in all projects. Leaders and parents may choose to provide recognition badges and pins for their projects and experiences in foundational education studies as well as extra-curricular activities |
Young Patriots for America(ages 12-18)
Teens are encouraged to continue to participate in all project areas and may also begin serving as youth leaders and mentors for younger children. |
How it works |
Liberty’s Hope is a home-based achievement program for youth designed to teach the principles of liberty, skills of self-reliance, and character development to build the leaders of tomorrow. The 4-H program administered through your county extension agency provides an ideal environment for a Liberty's Hope club to flourish. The parents are the leaders, they design the programs and choose the mentors for their own children. If parents choose to create a neighborhood group, they are welcome to do so. Administration of the neighborhood group will be determined at the local level.
We share ideas on the Liberty’s Hope site that will help families create an achievement program that is based on the Heart-Mind-Might-Strength model that is explained here. There are many resources to draw from for lesson plans and activity ideas from the National 4-H program. In addition, 4-H allows parents to design their own learning experiences. |
Achievements, Recognition, and Progress Tracking |
Tracking Progress: Participants are encouraged to maintain a portfolio to record progress. The portfolio will include achievement certificates, project sheets, and journal notes for insights gained while working on projects. Portfolios should illustrate progress and achievements in academic studies and extra-curricular activities.
Quarterly Activities: Families and neighborhood groups may conduct a recognition/activity event four times a year to encourage participation and achievement. Suggested activities include a Health and Fitness event, Performing Arts Event, Speech and Literacy Event, and a Patriotic Event. |