4-H members tested their talents and communications skills in front of audiences at Post Rock District 4-H Day events in Beloit and Osborne. Ninety-six youth practiced public speaking, presentation, demonstration, music, and dance skills. Risa Overmiller, Post Rock 4-H program coordinator shared,” 4-H is a great way for youth to learn to speak in front of adults and peers with ease.”
Youth showcased their talents in front of adult judges who provided expert feedback to help youth learn how to perform better in public. Nora Rhoades, Post Rock District 4-H agent stated “4-H members are building confidence to be effective communicators whether it be in front of a crowd or in small groups and teams. It is always exciting to watch our youth interact with the judges at 4-H Day about effective communication strategies. When someone is able to clearly organize and present ideas, they’ll be more successful at work, in school, as a community volunteer, and active citizen.
According to Kansas 4-H, “Members have been learning to speak skillfully before an audience for more than 100 years. It is often one of the things people say they most remember about their 4-H experiences – before participating in 4-H, they could not speak comfortably in front of an audience.”
“4-H Day is a great opportunity for members from across the district to get together for a fun, learning event,” stated 4-H program coordinator Tonia Underwood. Kim Naber, 4-H Program Coordinator added “Friends and family of 4-H participants attending as spectators were able to observe the amazing communication skills and talents of our Post Rock District 4-H youth” Kansas 4-H has more than 36 project areas, so individual youth can find their spark and learn how to excel in that area, If interested in joining Post Rock District 4-H, contact your local Extension office at 785-524-4432.
Lincoln County 4-H members, club, presentation, placings and location:
• Hunter Huntsman 4-H Club - Hunter Huntsman, Model Meeting, Purple, Beloit
• Molly Heller - Hunter Huntsman, Public Speaking, Outstanding Presentation Sensation, Beloit
• Sam Heller - Hunter Huntsman, Intermediate Illustrated Talk, Outstanding Presentation Sensation, Beloit
• Sydney Heller - Hunter Huntsman, Public Speaking, Blue, Beloit
• Jr. Sunflower 4-H Club - Jr. Sunflower, Model Meeting, Blue, Beloit
• Julia Diehl - Jr. Sunflower, Intermediate Reading, Purple, Osborne
• Julia Diehl - Jr. Sunflower, Intermediate Demonstration, Outstanding Presentation Sensation, Osborne
• Max Diehl - Jr. Sunflower, Junior Reading, Purple, Osborne
• Max Diehl - Jr. Sunflower, Junior Project Talk, Red, Osborne
• Alison Rosebrook - Jr. Sunflower, Intermediate Demonstration, Purple, Beloit
• Austin Rosebrook - Jr. Sunflower, Junior Project Talk, Purple, Beloit
• Marissa Rosebrook - Jr. Sunflower, Intermediate Demonstrations, Purple, Beloit
