160 4-H'ers attended Junior High Academic Conference on the UT Knoxville campus June 7-10, 2011. Participants received intensive training in their 4-H project areas under the supervision of university scientists and specialists and explored related career opportunities. The conference provided a variety of rewarding and fun-filled experiences in classroom, outdoor and laboratory settings.
In addition to their valuable educational experiences, 4-H'ers also took a trip to Dollywood, swam at the UT aquatic center, had a dance, and participated in service projects that benefitted eleven sites across East Tennessee. To celebrate their achievements and hardwork, participants were honored at a 4-H graduation ceremony attended by University of Tennessee faculty, staff, and guests. A listing of all project group photos may be found here.
For more information on Academic Conference, please see the website.
Citizenship project participants made a field trip to McGhee Tyson Airforce Base in Alcoa, TN
Citizenship Project participants
Students in the Dairy Foods Group had the opportunity to study in the Food Science department at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.
Forestry participants study wood samples under the microscope.
Participants take to the fields as part of their project studies.
4-H'ers help to beautify the UT Gardens as one of their service projects.
Nate Crilly, Senior 4-H member and state public speaking winner, gave the Keynote address at the Graduation Banquet.
Special thanks to all of the sponsors, agents, and volunteers who made this week possible! Junior High 4-H Academic Conference is a wonderful event filled with education and memories that the participants will always remember.
Would you like to share your club/county/region event on the State blog, facebook, or twitter? Email details and pictures to TN4H@hotmail.com or contact Abby Bryant, State Office student assistant at 865.771.9517
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