4-H Project Achievement

  • An elementary boy wearing a soccer jersey stands in front of a poster about the history of soccer.

    Imagine being told you have to grab a microphone and give a big presentation tomorrow morning. Your heart starts to race. Your palms get sweaty. You feel nervous just thinking about it. You are not alone. About three out of four people feel some fear when they have to speak in front of others. Public…

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  • An elementary aged girl reading from a paper, standing next to a poster about meteors.

    Strong communication skills are among the most important tools young people can develop to succeed in life. Whether they dream of becoming scientists, teachers, engineers, or community leaders, being able to clearly express their thoughts and ideas will set them apart. Through 4-H Project Achievement, Georgia youth have a unique opportunity to gain those skills…

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  • Two rows of middle and high school students posing on a stage.

    Each year, students in 7th through 12th grade take part in a public speaking contest called Junior/Senior Project Achievement. To enter, they create a two-page Portfolio highlighting their work in a specific area, leadership activities, community service, and other achievements from the past year. This helps students gain valuable experience in writing resumes and prepares…

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