LEWISTON — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will join more than 150,000 young people nationwide taking part in the 11th annual 4-H National Youth Science Day challenge throughout October.

This year’s challenge, “Code Your World,” was developed by Google and West Virginia University Extension Service to get youth involved in computer science through hands-on activities focused on topics such as digital animation, gaming and dance.

On Oct. 18, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., students at McMahon Elementary School, 151 N. Temple St., will be invited to a family event that will kick off their 4-H year. UMaine Extension 4-H partners with McMahon Elementary School to support youth learning both during and after school as part of the 4-H Community Central project. Community Central integrates 4-H science, life skills, and leadership development with schools, communities and families in Lewiston and Portland.

Teachers and volunteers from around the state are invited to host the experiment in their school, after-school program, library or 4-H club. Information about how to get involved is available by contacting Sarah Sparks at 207-353-5550 or sarah.sparks@maine.edu.

To learn more about Community Central, contact Laura Personette at  207-353-5550 or laura.personette@maine.edu. More information about UMaine Extension 4-H is available online or by calling 207-581-3877.

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