Decatur County 4-H Project Achievement

Southwest District 4-H Cloverleaf Project Achievement was held Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Hutto Elementary School in Bainbridge. Thirty-four Decatur County 4-H’ers competed with 4-H’ers from Seminole, Miller, and Grady counties.

Students participating in 4-H Project Achievement investigate a topic and prepare a demonstration or “illustrated talk” with posters and props. Scores are based on fluidity, presentation skills, and knowledge of the subject. 4-H’ers can also choose to compete in a food lab where they have one hour to prepare a “no-cook” recipe following food safety guidelines and food nutrition guidance. There is also the option to perform vocally, instrumentally, or through dance. Hutto Elementary School 4th and 5th graders, and Grace Christian Academy 4th and 5th grade 4-H’ers competed in the Saturday contest. Decatur County Extension staff worked in-class with Mrs. Brandi Deal, Mrs. Tami Enfinger, and Ms. Janet Brock and their students to help with the Project Achievement process.

Competitors representing Decatur County 4-H were:

Decatur County Extension was honored to be asked to host a pilot contest in Bainbridge and is very grateful to Dr. Boyd English, Mr. Scott Morehouse, and Mrs. Alicia Cloud for the opportunity to use Hutto Elementary School for the competition. HES administration, teachers, and staff were very gracious and supportive throughout the process, resulting in a productive event. Also instrumental in the success of hosting the 4-H District Project Achievement contest were Decatur County 4-H volunteers and teen leaders, Ms. Tiffany Rambo, Londyn Lawrence, Jade Edmond, Kenan Reffitt, Corbin Keaton, Aubree Neuman, Skye Clements, Langston Bennett, Kirksey Bell Hayes, and Scott Ross Hayes. They contributed hours of their time helping things go smoothly.

Georgia 4-H is preparing the next generation of leaders through 4-H Project Achievement. 4-H Project Achievement helps youth perform better in school-related tasks, become self-directed learners and contributing members of society, and creates work-ready young adults. Through the 4-H Project Achievement process, youth explore an area of interest, gain knowledge and skills in the area, and prepare presentations and evidence of learning. This process builds not only skills related to the Georgia Standards of Excellence but those directly related to Work Ready Georgia.

4-H Project Achievement, an annual competition, is a cornerstone in the Georgia 4-H program and serves to showcase the work and success of 4-H members. For more information about Decatur County 4-H activities and events, please call the UGA Decatur County Extension/4-H office at 248-3033.