The Monticello Express, Shoppers' Guide
and Express Printing Company
111 E.
Grand St. P.O. Box 191, Monticello, Iowa 52310
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Ag-Rural |
| 4-H testimonial:
Brittany Orris |
| Brittany
Orris Scotch Grove Challengers 1997-2007 (Editor’s Note: Brittany Orris, a former Teen Council member and ISU Extension summer intern, attends the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.) Being involved in the 4-H program was a wonderful experience for me. I was fortunate to be involved in many areas of the 4-H program through activities including presenting educational presentations and working exhibits at the Iowa State Fair, participating in celebrity judging, preparing projects to take to the county and state fairs, as well as showing livestock at the county fair and AK-SAR-BEN. These experiences and opportunities, plus the many more available through the 4-H program, were all experiences that positively shaped me throughout my youth. The 4-H program introduced me to communication and leadership skills I will use my entire life. Through serving as a club officer and member of Teen Council, I gained a head start in developing many professional skills, such as being able to effectively communicate, utilize teamwork, and manage my time and money. The organization also exemplifies the importance of rural values, which encouraged me to become a person of character and gave me a sense of community as well as many new friends. The wide variety of project areas allowed me to explore many different disciplines, which provided me with a broad base of knowledge and well-rounded background. I look back on my 4-H experience and am thankful for the many life skills I developed through the program. I hope to continue to work with 4-H and Extension into my adult life as I pursue a degree in agriculture education. |