LIVINGSTON PARISH, LA – Students across Livingston Parish have the opportunity to learn new skills, make friends, serve their communities, and have fun through membership in the Livingston Parish 4-H Youth Development Program.
4-H is the nation's largest youth development organization, helping young people develop leadership, citizenship, and life skills through hands-on learning experiences. In Livingston Parish, 4-H members participate in a wide variety of activities including livestock projects, cooking, shooting sports, outdoor adventures, sewing, public speaking, STEM projects, leadership events, community service, and more.
Open to youth in grades 4-12, 4-H provides opportunities for members to explore their interests while building confidence and preparing for future success. Through club meetings, contests, camps, workshops, and service projects, members gain valuable experiences that help them become responsible and productive citizens.
"4-H gives young people the chance to learn by doing," said local 4-H leaders. "Whether a member is interested in agriculture, science, leadership, healthy living, or the arts, there is a place for everyone in 4-H."
One of the highlights of the year is participation in parish, regional, and state events where members can showcase their talents, compete in contests, and meet other youth from across Louisiana. Members also have the opportunity to attend 4-H Camp, leadership conferences, and educational programs throughout the year.
How to Join Livingston Parish 4-H
Joining 4-H is easy. Students attending Livingston Parish schools may enroll through their school's 4-H club during the annual enrollment period.
Homeschool and private school students are also welcome to participate through Livingston Parish 4-H.
Families interested in joining or learning more about the program can:
Contact the Livingston Parish 4-H Agents: Christy Sorenson at csorenson@agcenter.lsu.edu or Mikaela Davenport at mdavenport@agcenter.lsu.edu
Visit the LSU AgCenter website at www.lsuagcenter.com
Follow Livingston Parish 4-H on social media for upcoming events and enrollment information.
Speak with their school's 4-H club leader
Membership provides youth with endless opportunities to learn, lead, serve, and grow while making lasting friendships along the way. The 4-H pledge reminds members to use their Head, Heart, Hands, and Health to make their clubs, communities, country, and world a better place. Livingston Parish youth are encouraged to become part of the tradition and discover all that 4-H has to offer.
For more information about Livingston Parish 4-H, contact the LSU AgCenter Office at 225-686-3020.
