What I Learned In 4-H

4-H has been an extraordinary experience that has fulfilled my childhood and made me the person I am today. Being a part of 4-H has impacted my life in ways no other club or activity could. As a child, I learned compassion, respect and responsibility by caring for my livestock. As an officer for many years, I learned public speaking skills, I am able to talk to my peers without being shy, as so many kids are, I learned how to stay organized and how to lead a whole group to an end goal. With the skills I have learned in 4-H, I am able to use them in everyday life, including school. I learned to be responsible, to finish my tasks by the deadline and how to persevere. If something is difficult, I learned in 4-H to not give up. It took me three years and three fairs to win my first poultry showmanship belt buckle, it took me three years and three fairs to finally win Round Robin as the overall Champion Showman. And it took me seven years and overcoming a fractured vertebra in my spine to win my first belt buckle for Senior High Point Gymkhana. Without learning how important hard work and dedication is through 4-H I wouldn’t have the dedication to have good grades and know that hard work pays off in the end. I know without a doubt, if it were not for 4-H I would not be the
Some even become faint at the thought. I, however, have grown up speaking to crowds of people. I have become much more confident in what I say. I am comfortable in front of others because of being an officer for many years in 4-H. Each meeting I would help and speak to my entire 4-H Club. I do not become shy when others speak to me. These skills are important as I have used them everywhere; in school as a LINK leader, helping my fellow peers, and even conquering something as small as asking for an extra side of ketchup at the counter of a fast food restaurant. 4-H allows and helps kids to become confident and respectful