Shanta Callen

Unit Coordinator
Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development
4-H Youth Development
(703) 228-6404
scallen@vt.edu

The 4-H Extension Agent is reponsible for providing a comprehensive youth development program for youth and families of Arlington County. Youth between the ages of 5 and 18 engage in hands-on learning experiences under the guidance of adult or teen 4-H volunteers trained by the 4-H agent. 4-H programs use experiential learning opportunities to teach the latest research-based subject matter knowledge and to foster skill development in effective citizenship, leadership, and other life skills. The 10 areas of 4-H curriculum focus are: Animal Sciences; Communications and Expressive Arts; Environmental Education and Natural Resources; Jobs, Careers and Economics; Plant and Soil Sciences; Citizenship; Family and Consumer Sciences; Health, Nutrition and Wellness; Leadership and Personal Development; and Science and Technology.

Education

B.A. Government and International Politics, George Mason University May 2006

M.Ed Education Concentration Health Promotion, Virginia Tech December 2009

Experience

2008-Present, Unit Coordinator 

2007-Present 4-H Extension Agent

2006-2007 Program Director, Capital Area Food Bank                           

2006-2007 Project Associate, The RAND Corporation

Honors and Awards

Young Leader-Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, April 2007

Professional Associations

Arlington Committee of 100

National Association of Extension 4-H Agents

Virginia Association of Extension 4-H Agents

Virginia Extension Service Association