The 70th Annual Georgia 4-H Congress kicked off in Atlanta, Georgia and included a week of competition, recognition and fun for youth from all over Georgia.
The Opening Assembly Tuesday afternoon included recognition of 30 scholarship winners receiving more than $10,000 in funds for continuing their education. Representing colleges and universities across Georgia, scholarship receipents plan to study fields such as agriculture, family & consumer sciences and education.
Photos of Scholarship Winners and Donors
The Honorable Kathy Palmer, chair of the Georgia 4-H Foundation, hosted the annual 4-H Leadership Banquet in honor of our 4-H leaders from the past year. 4-H Camp counselor leadership was recognized for their service in a summer of camping at five 4-H centers for more than eight weeks this summer. The Georgia 4-H Environmental Education center celebrated another successful year also at five 4-H Centers and is preparing this fall to welcome the 1 millionth environmental education student. Eight youth were recognized for outstanding work in community leadership. Mary Clayton Gilbert and Kevin Morris earned state honors for Leadership in Action. Additionally, four 4-H'ers were awarded $2,500 in grant funds to continue projects this next year.
Photos of Leadership in Action Winners
Wednesday 4-H'ers showcased their work in project competition. From presentations to portfolios, 4-H'ers highlighted their knowledge and accomplishments in project areas are well as leadership and service. Following competition, 4-H'ers enjoyed a night at Six Flags complements of Chevron.
Photos of Six Flags Announcement of Winners
Video of Six Flags Announcement of Winners
Thursday morning following the Georgia Power Celebration breakfast, 4-H'ers descended on Atlanta for tours and donor visits. Gale Cutler and Alice Mallory on behalf of Georgia EMC Corporation hosted the Annual Banquet that evening. In addition to honoree the 48 4-H Project Winners and Special Events winners, the William H Booth Award winners were recognized; the third Ryles Rising Star award was presented; GAE4HA presented the Friend of 4-H Award and the 2012-13 State 4-H Officers were inducted.
Video of Annual 4-H Banquet
Photos of the Annual 4-H Banquet
Photos of the 4-H Winners and Donors
