Seven members of the Dickens County 4-H traveled to College Station to compete in the Texas 4-H Round Up. More than 1,400 high school aged 4-H members participated in over 50 different contests, along with leadership workshops, community service opportunities and evening dances.
Jaydee Foster was recognized as a $10,000 Davidson Foundation scholarship recipient and Mackenzie Gardner as a $5,000 Bob Piehl scholarship winner.
Foster also participated in Healthy Texas Youth Ambassador training workshops on topics such as farm suicide awareness, the dangers of caffeine and the importance of self-care.
Members also participated in other leadership and college prep workshops and also contributed to the State Community Service Workshops.
Jeri Holcomb was able to help construct more blocks for the Quilts of Valor Program, and more than 350 dog toys were made over the week, along with 500 pounds of dog food and treats donated.
None of the Dickens members placed in the top three in any of the competitions but they each worked hard and gave it their best effort.
Members participating were Diezel Ramirez, Duds to Dazzle and Food Challenge Contest; Jet Ramirez, Duds to Dazzle and Food Challenge Contest; Toryan Childers, Duds to Dazzle and Food Challenge Contest; Jaydee Foster, Healthy Texas Ambassador training and Educational Presentation (Colon Cancer); Lyndee Foster, EP—Horse; Jeri Holcomb and Mackenzie Gardner, Front of Package Labeling.
