Senior Conference – 2025 Cloverleaf Magazine
Georgia 4-H Senior Conference 2025
High school 4-H’ers from across the state gathered at Rock Eagle 4-H Center for Senior Conference in April 2025. Nearly 400 4-H youth and adult leaders came together for a weekend of connection, growth, and celebration with the theme “Chasing Dreams with Georgia 4-H.”
This year’s conference was presented by Piedmont Athens Regional through a Health and Wellness Supporting Pillar sponsorship. The partnership allowed youth to participate in three hands-on workshops led by Piedmont representatives. Each session focused on emergency readiness and safety, offering participants introductory training in life-saving methods such as CPR, choking prevention, and “Stop the Bleed” techniques. Through these interactive experiences, 4-H’ers built confidence and gained valuable skills to help others in times of need.
The weekend also highlighted opportunities for higher education and employment, including a College and Career Fair and future-focused workshops designed to help youth explore their next steps. The College and Career Fair featured representatives from 18 institutions across Georgia, giving participants a chance to connect with university recruiters, technical colleges, and career programs. Youth left with practical insights and motivation for the future.
Leadership for the event was strengthened through the involvement of Collegiate 4-H chapters from University of Georgia, Kennesaw State University, and Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College. Collegiate members led sessions on choosing the right college path, navigating the application process, and adjusting to campus life. Their mentorship and enthusiasm offered younger 4-H’ers a real-world glimpse into life after high school graduation.
Senior Conference also included meaningful service activities focused on spreading kindness and giving back, reinforcing 4-H’s commitment to making a positive difference in every community. “Senior Conference is such a powerful reminder of what Georgia 4-H is all about,” said Jenna Daniel, 4-H Grant Development Specialist. “We are excited to help young people discover their passions and prepare for the future.”
The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (working cooperatively with Fort Valley State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the counties of Georgia) offers its educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status and is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action organization.