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Delaware County Recognizes National 4‑H Week; Student Shares Benefits of Program
Summary
County supervisors heard a National 4‑H Week presentation from Cornell Cooperative Extension staff and student Maria Collins, who described how 4‑H improved her communication and inclusion skills and encouraged community support and outreach to youth.
Delaware County supervisors paused regular business to recognize National 4‑H Week and hear a presentation about local 4‑H activities from Cornell Cooperative Extension staff and a student member.
Supervisor Bernal introduced Shelley Johnson to present. Corinne Tompkins, identified in the record as the county 4‑H program manager, thanked the board for a recently passed resolution recognizing National 4‑H Week and highlighted local volunteer efforts and programming. She noted outreach activities and enrollment opportunities, and encouraged supervisors to help spread information and materials to town halls and schools.
Student Maria Collins, of the Country Bumpkins 4‑H Club and a freshman at OCA/Montego Friction Academy, described her five years in 4‑H and credited the program with improving her communication and advocacy skills: "I have truly grown so much in 4‑H. Delaware County would not be the same without 4‑H and all the amazing skills that it teaches Delco youth." She thanked club leaders and volunteers by name and invited continued support for enrollment and community events.
No formal board action followed the presentation; the record reflects appreciation from the board and an invitation to bring informational materials to local town halls and schools.
