Shelby County Resources

What We Do

We improve lives and livelihoods by delivering tested and trusted educational resources. The Cooperative Extension Service is one of the nation's largest providers of scientific research-based information and education. It's a network of colleges, universities, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, serving communities and counties across America. The Purdue Extension focuses on: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Human and Health Sciences, Economic and Community Development and 4-H Youth.

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Contact Us

Purdue Extension Shelby County 
shelbyces@purdue.edu
20 W. Polk St., Suite 201
Shelbyville, IN 46176

(317) 392-6460

2026 4-H Handbook

2026 MINI 4-H HANDBOOK

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SHELBY COUNTY 4-H

Join the fun, make new friends, and discover your passions through hands-on projects and unforgettable experiences. Whether you love animals, arts, science, or leadership — there’s a place for YOU in 4-H!

Don’t miss out — enroll today and be part of something amazing!

Enroll Here

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Purdue Extension Childcare Team, two women walking in a park and talking
Supporting childcare providers to create stronger communities

Purdue Extension’s Community Childcare team has been working with local providers to effect change. Carroll County ranked 91st out of 92 counties. Samantha Miller has seen this firsthand as the executive director of Children’s Garden,...

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