On Tuesday, July 22, 2008, six Robeson County 4-H members competed in state 4-H presentations. When it was all said and done four brought home medals from this extremely competitive event including two first timers.
Cierra Buckman gave a presentation on "How to Raise a Dairy Calf." Her PowerPoint presentation was one of 10 presentations in the Senior division. Although she did not medal this year, she represented Robeson County and the South Central District well in one of the most competitive topics at state, "Livestock and Dairy Production."
Aljaquan Nixon also competed in the Senior division but in Peanut Cookery. His healthy rice krispee treats were a hit, and offered something for the rest of the Robeson County delegation to snack on while we waited for everyone to finish competing. Although he did not medal, he offered stiff competition to the other contests in the peanut foods division.
Public Speaker, Lundan Dinnerson, made it back to state this year letting people know why they should feel sorry for her because of her new braces. Lundan won gold in the 9-10 year old age division in 2007 and was hoping to repeat her performance this year. Her persuasive speech did persuade the judges to give her silver and that means another shot at gold next year.
James Nixon made everyone want breakfast when he showed us all how to make waffles. His presentation in the Bread division got rave reviews especially when he showed the various variations he uses when cooking waffles at home for his family. The whipped cream, strawberries, and even mention of nuts and chocolate chips moved him into third place in this difficult division.
Caleb Cox and Bryson McCall were two first time presenters on the county level who made it through district and all the way to state competition in their first time out. Both were in the 9-10 year old age division, Bryson in Breads and Caleb in Egg Cookery. Bryson showed the judges how to make a nutritious hot snack of a personal pizza. Caleb made his great grandmother's favorite coconut custard pie. The judges in both rooms were impressed with the boys' cooking skills, research and talent. When it was all said and done each of them walked away with a bronze medal for all their hard work.
Presentations are just one aspect of 4-H Congress. On Monday, six Robeson County youth left to spend the week on the N.C. State Campus. During the week they will have the opportunity to complete community service projects, attend workshops on leadership development, citizenship, and expressive arts. They will have a chance to meet 4-H members from across the state, and see the top projects in entertainment, fashion, photography and more. Representing Robeson County for this prestigious week long event are: From the "Voices in Praise 4-H Club" in Rowland, Sadara Baker and Aljaquon Nixon; From the "Future Leaders' 4-H Club" in Gaddysville, Terrance Nevin, Tony Ray Chavis and Kristen Sealy; From "Spiritual Generations 4-H Club" in Pembroke Latrice Jones.
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2 comments:
This was the first time as a Parent for me and I was very impressed. I thougtht that our young kids did a great job and represented Robeson County very well. I know that we are learned a lot of good imformation and we will be ready for next year. I would also like to personally thank all of the Robeson County 4-H agents for all that they have done for our kids. You all deserve a BIG pat on the back. Thanks for all of your hardwork and dedication.
Way to go to all of our participants. Congratulations to the winners. It definately a learning experience for everyone especially those that go to Congress for the first time.
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