Purdue Extension- Switzerland County

10/02/2026

Please welcome our friends from the southeast region. Updates from the region will be posted on the Purdue Extension Southeast Region page.

Welcome to Purdue Extension Southeast Region! 💛🖤

This page highlights the programs, people and impact of Purdue Extension serving Southeast Indiana.

Here you’ll find updates on education, events and community efforts in agriculture and natural resources, 4-H youth development, health and human sciences and community development.

We’re glad you’re here and look forward to sharing the work happening across our communities.

10/01/2026

🎃🤖 MONSTER REPAIR 🤖🎃
Part of our Healthcare STEM Series

Monster Town Hospital has declared an emergency, and we need your help!

Youth in grades 3-8 will step into the role of robotic surgeons, using robot arms to complete hands-on medical missions and discover how robotics is transforming healthcare. Can you repair monster patients, complete precision challenges, and save Monster Town before Halloween?

📅 October 26, 2026
⏰ 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
👧🧒 Grades 3-8
🎟️ Only 10 spots available

✅ Open to all youth
✅ No STEM experience required
✅ 4-H membership not required

📌 Registration Deadline: October 23, 2026
🔗 Register at: https://hhsstem1026.4honline.com

09/25/2026

The office will be closed today due to regional meetings. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] or [email protected].

09/22/2026

The Extension Office will be closed today. Tuesday 9/22. All staff are attending an out of county meeting or have appointments today. Please email Kyle at [email protected] or Hailey at [email protected] with any immediate questions. We will reopen tomorrow at 8 am.

09/21/2026

It’s almost time to sign up for 4-H! While it’s always a good time to join, you’ll get the most out of your 4-H year by signing up early in the fall.

In 4-H, kids in grades 3-12 can explore their interests and develop leadership skills alongside their peers and caring adult mentors. [Mini 4-H is for kids as young as kindergarten to get a taste of the 4-H experience!]

Enrollment begins on October 1, 2026. If you are in need of assistance or have any questions, please feel free to contact the office by emailing [email protected] or calling (812) 427-3152.

09/21/2026

Attention all current Adult Volunteers and 4-H Parents!

If you enjoy inspiring youth and preparing them to become Beyond Ready for their bright futures, the Switzerland County 4-H Program is looking for leaders just like you!

We currently have openings on our 4-H Fairboard and are seeking dedicated members to participate in the development of the 4-H program and fair. As a 4-H Fairboard member, you would attend monthly meetings throughout the program year to help manage and fund the fair, as well as support other community events involving the fairgrounds.

In addition to openings on the 4-H Fairboard, we also have openings for 4-H Club Leaders. As a 4-H Club Leader, you would be the face of Switzerland County 4-H, leading youth in various 4-H-focused experiences throughout the program year. You would work closely with the Switzerland County 4-H Extension Educator to build a thriving program for local youth.

If either opportunity sounds like something you'd enjoy, please contact the Switzerland County Purdue Extension Office by emailing [email protected] or calling (812) 427-3152.

09/21/2026

Registration ends tomorrow! Sign up now while there are still spots available!

Join us for the first STEM Workshop: Healthcare Technology Series as we explore adaptive eating utensils and how technology can help improve independence and accessibility. Participants will enjoy hands-on activities that may include 3D printing, design challenges, teamwork activities, and creative projects.

📅 September 23, 2026
⏰ 3:30-5:30 p.m.
📍 Switzerland County Technology Building STEM Lab
👥 Open to youth in grades 3-8, whether enrolled in 4-H or not
⚠️ Limited to 10 participants

Register at https://hhsstem926.4honline.com by September 22 or before the workshop fills!

09/08/2026

Join us for the first STEM Workshop: Healthcare Technology Series as we explore adaptive eating utensils and how technology can help improve independence and accessibility. Participants will enjoy hands-on activities that may include 3D printing, design challenges, teamwork activities, and creative projects.

📅 September 23, 2026
⏰ 3:30-5:30 p.m.
📍 Switzerland County Technology Building STEM Lab
👥 Open to youth in grades 3-8, whether enrolled in 4-H or not
⚠️ Limited to 10 participants

Register at https://hhsstem926.4honline.com by September 22 or before the workshop fills!

08/26/2026

State Fair projects are back from the fair, and several county projects are still awaiting pickup at the Switzerland County Extension Office.

🗓 August 25-31 ⏰ 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Don't forget to stop by before August 31 at 4:00 p.m. Unclaimed projects will be donated or discarded.

08/24/2026

The Extension Office will be closed today Monday 8/24 so that all staff can pick up projects from the state fair. Please email Kyle at [email protected] or Hailey at [email protected] with any immediate questions. We will reopen on Tuesday at 8 am.