Waller County proclaims National 4‑H Week; local ambassadors present program highlights

Sep 16, 2026

County 4‑H agents and 11 youth ambassadors presented program achievements (STEM, hydroponics, robotics, outreach) and the commissioners approved a proclamation recognizing National 4‑H Week; students spoke about leadership and college plans.

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Russell Ford and Sean (Waller County Extension 4‑H agents) introduced 11 ambassadors and highlighted the program’s outreach (thousands engaged via STEM/agriculture and local school partnerships). Ford noted last year’s enrollment and estimated volunteer hours and value: "we had 440 youth enrolled in the Waller County 4‑H program" and volunteers contributed substantial hours valuing tens of thousands of dollars.

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