4-H Teen Conference Program

WELCOME TO Teen Conference

The objectives of Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference: develop leadership and teamwork skills, improve communication skills, foster civic engagement, expand knowledge and skills related to 4-H core content areas, gain club,county and state 4-H program skills, have fun, create a sense of belonging, expand social skills through networking, develop youth-adult partnerships, and become acquainted with the University of Kentucky to aid in college and career readiness of Kentucky 4-H’ers.

Welcome

Dr. Rachel Guidugli Assistant Director for 4-H Youth Development

Welcome to the University of Kentucky! We are excited to share the 4-H Teen Conference experience with you. This year marks our 100th year for 4-H Teen Conference, although the name and venue has changed, the lasting impact this week has had on the lives of high schoolers has not. Keep an open mind this week and try new things! This week you will have a chance to see what life is like on a college campus, complete with majors, minors, and opportunities to meet new people. We are excited to see you thrive through Kentucky 4-H! Here’s to 100 more years!

Nancy Cox VP of Land-grant Engagement & Dean of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

Welcome to the University of Kentucky! We are excited to host 4-H members from across the Commonwealth. One of the highlights of this event is the chance to explore our beautiful campus and get a taste of college life. From the bustling dorms to the serene green spaces, you’ll get a glimpse of what university life has to offer. It’s an excellent opportunity to envision your own academic journey and explore potential interests and career paths. In addition to the academic aspect, we believe in the importance of giving back to the community. Through a community service project, you’ll have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of others. Embrace this opportunity to contribute and grow as a leader.

Welcome

Dr Laura Stephenson Associate Dean and Director of Cooperative Extension

Welcome to the 2024 4-H Teen Conference! We are excited to have 500 enthusiastic participants like you joining us this year. This conference promises to be an incredible experience filled with learning, exploration, and the chance to make a positive impact on the community.

Throughout the conference, you will have the opportunity to learn from University of Kentucky academic departments and various community organizations. Their expertise and guidance will empower you to acquire knowledge and skills that you can carry with you long after the closing session.

One of the greatest benefits of this conference is the chance to meet and connect with your peers from across the state. Take full advantage of this gathering to exchange ideas, share experiences, and forge lifelong friendships. The connections you make here can become a valuable network that supports and inspires you in the years to come.

Once again, we extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you. The 2024 4-H Teen Conference is set to be an incredible journey of learning, growth, and camaraderie. Embrace every moment, seize every opportunity, and make lasting memories that will shape your future.

Special Thanks To Our

Schedule

PGM/WG Combo

5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Foundation Alumni Event

Gatton Student Center - Grand Ballroom

6:30 – 7:30 PM

Achievement Assembly Gatton Student Center - Grand Ballroom

7:30 – 10:30 PM

Area Night Out! Offsite

10:30 PM

Delegates Meet with Chaperone PGM/WG Combo

11:00 PM

Quiet Hours, Return to Rooms PGM/WG Combo

Important Info

Dress Code

Tuesday: T-Shirts, Shorts, Pants something appropriate, but comfortable to travel in and to attend CloverFest.

Wednesday: T-Shirts, Shorts, Pants during the day for majors* and minors. Evening is business casual (Achievement Ceremony), and then comfortable for Area Night Out.

Thursday: 4-H Be Kind Service T-Shirt and 100 Year hat and shorts/closed toed shoes for service project during the day. Evening is semi-formal for the dance!

Friday: Wear 4-H Teen Conference T-shirt.

Important Info

Reminders

Download LiveSafe App!

• Allows you to have quick access to reporting concerns,emergencies, contacting police & more.

• Create network of “friends” that can virtually “walk” with you to classes.

Get on Remind for reminder texts!

Remind 101 for Adults

• Send a text to 81010, text this message @tc4adult.

Remind 101 for Youth

• Send a text to 81010, text this message @tc24youth.

Important Info Contacts

Ashley Osborne

Kentucky 4-H Extension Specialist

859-707-6166

Chuck Stamper

Kentucky 4-H Extension Specialist

859-351-7510

Patrick Allen

Kentucky 4-H Extension Specialist

859-298-0419

Cathy Weaver Dean of Women

859-466-0554

Ryan Spicer Dean of Men

606-216-8569

UK Police: 859-257-8573

Local Emergency Personnel available by 911

UK Health Services (8AM-4:30PM)

859-323-5823

UK Emergency Hospital/Concentra Urgent Care

859-269-4668

State 4-H Office: 859-257-4505

Guest Speakers

Dr Kendriana Price

Assistant Dean, Office of Diversity

Dr. Kendriana Price embodies the spirit of dedicated service and unwavering commitment to fostering positive change. As the Assistant Dean for Diversity at the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, she stands as a beacon of inclusiveness and empowerment. Dr. Price’s journey began as a advocate for youth development, where she served as a 4-H Educator in Christian County and later as a community schools manager in Metro Nashville Public Schools.

Driven by a deep-rooted passion for education and community betterment, Dr. Price’s impact extends far beyond the classroom. She is a shining example of leadership and compassion, actively engaging in volunteer work alongside her sisters in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. In every endeavor, Dr. Price radiates warmth and inspiration, touching the lives of those around her with her infectious enthusiasm and unwavering dedication. She continues to uplift and empower individuals through her tireless efforts, leaving an indelible mark on her community and beyond.

Fran McCall

Kentucky Farm Bureau

Fran McCall severs as the Commodity Specialist for Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation. She is the coordinator of the Kentucky Farm Bureau Certified Farm Market Program, a statewide program for members who direct market and sell products from the farm to the consumer. She serves on the Kentucky 4-H Foundation board of directors representing Kentucky Farm Bureau.

Fran holds a bachelor’s degree from Western Kentucky University and master’s degree from the University of Kentucky. She resides in Shelby County with her husband David and their three sons: Lane, Cooper, and Ryan. Fran is a Shelby County 4-H volunteer and currently helps coach the livestock judging team along with volunteering with other 4-H livestock activities. When Fran is not chasing her kids around, she enjoys helping her husband on the farm, gardening, baking, and traveling and showing Shorthorn cattle and Mini Rex rabbits.

Guest Speakers

Carline Groth

Caroline recently concluded her year of service as the 2023-2024 Kentucky FFA State President, marking an important chapter in her commitment to agricultural leadership. Going into her Sophomore year at the University of Kentucky, she is pursuing a dual major in Agricultural Economics and Agricultural Education, driven by her passion for advancing the agricultural sector. Caroline’s roots in agriculture trace back to her early days showing sheep through 4-H, igniting a lifelong dedication to the industry.

Linda Gorton

Linda Gorton, the longest continuously serving member of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council, is serving her second term as Lexington Mayor. Mayor Gorton was re-elected on Nov. 8, 2022, winning 71% of the vote.

Mayor Gorton has lived in Lexington most of her adult life. In addition to her public service, Mayor Gorton has been a dedicated volunteer in our community.

In her first term, Mayor Gorton, a registered nurse, successfully led our city through the pandemic, protecting our health and safety during a challenge that may rank as the most daunting of the modern era.

Goals for her second term include a continuing focus on public safety, lifting up and protecting our young people, expanding the emphasis to disrupt domestic violence and creating paths forward to improve mental health; providing more affordable housing; expanding our ag-tech sector as part of our work to attract new employers and grow jobs locally; and continuing to protect our working farms.

Mayor Gorton and her husband, Charlie, a retired Major General in the Army, have two children and five grandchildren. She is a registered nurse and graduate of the University of Kentucky.

Kentucky FFA President Mayor of Lexington, KY

Keynote Speaker

Hannah Snyder Keynote Speaker

Hannah is a national security professional working in Washington, D.C. She currently serves as Deputy Clerk for the U.S. House of Representatives’ Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence under the leadership of Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10). Her past work experience includes the FBI, the Office of U.S. Senate Leader Mitch McConnell, Office of the Kentucky Governor, and various local, regional, and national television networks.

In May of 2023, Hannah graduated from the University of Louisville with two bachelor’s degrees in political science and communications.

A proud Kentucky 4-H alumni, Hannah prides herself as a 10-year member of the program, eventually serving on the 2019-2020 State Officer Team as Secretary. She is a Kentucky native through-and-through, spending her childhood growing up on a small farm in Jessamine County. Hannah now lives in D.C. full-time with her dog, Ollie.

Incoming Officers

Callie Derossett

4-H State President

Ty Jones

4-H Vice President

Maggie Drake

4-H State Secretary

Hey Kentucky, 4-H, I am Callie Derossett and I am more than excited to be serving each and everyone of you this year as State President! State office has truly been a goal of mine since I was just nine years old. I have grown up showing livestock since I was three so I have always seen the green jackets “making the best better.” I have served on the Kentucky 4-H State Teen Council and Fashion leadership boards and cannot wait to continue to work closely with all. Throughout my year of service I will strive to make deeper connections with fellow 4-Hers, stay committed to the program and share my passion for this organization I love so deeply. I hope we have the best week ever! Get excited Kentucky 4-H, I know I am!

Hello, Kentucky 4-H members! Welcome to Teen Conference. I’m sure glad you’re here! My name is Ty Jones. I live in Allen County in rural south-central Kentucky, and I have a deep passion for 4-H and agriculture. My family and I live on our diversified livestock operation where we raise cattle, sheep, pigs, and row crops. I also show sheep and pigs. When I’m not showing livestock, I enjoy the outdoors – hunting, fishing, and kayaking. I will always strive to be the very best version of myself and to “make the best better.” My goal as your Kentucky 4-H Vice President is to assist my fellow 4-H members to improve our communities and ensure a better tomorrow. Let’s have a great week!

Hello Kentucky, 4-H! My name is Maggie Drake, and I am so excited to serve as your 2024-2025 Kentucky 4-H State Secretary! I have been in 4-H for almost 10 years. 4-H has done so much for me throughout my life, and I am so blessed to be able to give back to this program as a State Officer. 4-H programs such as leadership, communications, and performing arts have shaped both my 4-H experience and me as a person. This organization has made me a better leader, a stronger speaker, and a more confident team member. This year, I cannot wait to meet all of the amazing young leaders that make Kentucky 4-H so amazing! I also hope to build connections and share my love of 4-H with everyone I meet! I’m so excited for Teen Conference, and I hope you are too!

Incoming Officers

Nora Hanley 4-H State Treasurer

Welcome to Teen Conference! I am Leonora Hanley, your 20242025 State Treasurer. If you had told my nine-year-old self, as she struggled with her first 4-H project—scrubbing mold off her country ham, feeling confused (and slightly grossed out)—that she would go on to do Communication contests, go to camp, start a club, be a live stock officer, be a State Teen Council member, eventually fall in love with the country ham project, and now this, become a State officer, she simply would not have believed it. But that is what makes 4-H so incredible; it offers endless opportunities even as your interests evolve. As I step into this new chapter, my platform, and my entire outlook, is to “Reignite the Spark of Kentucky 4-H,” which aims to celebrate and amplify the passion and pride that make our community unique. My goal as your 4-H State Treasurer this year is to help each of you find your spark, your passion in 4-H, and then help your dreams grow to make Kentucky 4-H’s fire burn brighter than ever before! Thank you, Kentucky 4-H!

Kate Ford 4-H State Reporter

Hello, everyone, I am so honored to be able to serve each and every one of you this year as the state reporter. I have grown up in 4-H, starting at the Cloverbud level, and ever since that first meeting, I have had a passion for the organization and the meaning of the coveted green jacket. Over the years I have actively participated in numerous clubs, competed at state and national contests, and served in many offices and numerous councils and committees. 4-H has truly laid the foundation for leadership in my life, and I am so excited to be able to give back with a year of service. Just like seeds need nutrients to germinate, younger 4-Hers need nutrients, such as nurturing and mentor-ship from older members. My goal is for older members to supply the nutrients so that the seeds (younger members) can grow in 4-H!

Outgoing Officers

Mollie Webb

4-H State President

Avery Cole

4-H Vice President

Hey, Kentucky 4-H! It’s been a joy to serve as your State President this year. My term has been marked by growth, celebration, illumination, and edification, and that is solely because of you! I have loved getting to know the individuals that make up our great program and hope that the future will bring Kentucky 4-H nothing but growth and prosperity. Thank you for letting me be a piece in your picture, Kentucky 4-H. Here’s to an amazing year!” The officer team has also selected “My Wish” by the Rascal Flats for our song to hang up jackets to and we have picked Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now) by Bob Sinclar for our entry song. Lastly, we would like for the cry circle to be held on Monday evening at conference.

Hello, my name is Avery Cole, and I am the 2023-2024 Kentucky 4-H State Vice President. I am a Warren County native and I have been a member of 4-H for the past 10 years. It has been such an honor to represent the members of Kentucky 4-H during my time in office. My year of service has allowed me to give back to the organization that has done so much for me, and for that I could not be more grateful. I have enjoyed traveling the Commonwealth and learning from members across the state. Now, I would like to welcome you all to the 100th Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference! This event provides a wonderful opportunity to meet people from all over the state and form valuable friendships, so make the most of it!

Kailyn Stokes

4-H State Reporter

Hello Kentucky 4-H and welcome to the 100th Anniversary of Teen Conference. From the west area and Crittenden County, I am Kailyn Stokes, your current Kentucky 4-H State Reporter! It has been a dream come true to serve all of you, and how lucky I am to have gotten to illuminate Kentucky 4-H across the Commonwealth this year. Like many of you, my 4-H story began with a trip to 4-H camp and the Country Ham Project, which opened a world of opportunities for me. From Fleming County, to Ballard County, and everywhere in between I have had the honor of sharing your stories, meeting your smiling faces, and encouraging you in your journeys, and it will never be lost on me how special of a year we have had together. As my favorite week commences, I challenge you to step out of your comfort zones, lead with your hearts, embrace the little moments, and celebrate each other loudly. Kentucky 4-H, you will forever be my favorite story to tell.

Outgoing Officers

Kenzie Owens 4-H State Secretary

Hello Kentucky 4-H! My name is Kenzie Owens and I am your current State Secretary. I am from Carter County, and like many of you I grew up in 4-H from the age of five beginning with Cloverbuds . It is hard to explain what this program means to me, it has shaped me into the person I am and gave me incredible opportunities.

This year I have had the opportunity to travel all over the state and meet 4-H’ers and agents who are dedicated to Kentucky 4-H and making the best better. In ways I have enjoyed Kentucky 4-H’ers journeys that I have witnessed this year more then my own, I beam with pride over their accomplishments and dedication and I know they will grow into incredible leaders. My motto this year has been If I have impacted even one 4-H’er if I have made a difference in one 4-H’er life or motivated them to do something they never would have done without being motivated then all of the hard work and sacrifices I have made this year is worth it.

As my year comes to a close I want to encourage all of you to make the most of your week, try new things, and make new friends. Kentucky 4-H thank you for an incredible year, it is just goodnight not goodbye.

Mirabella Koralia

4-H

State Treasurer

My year as a officer has given me skills I didn’t even know I needed, it has helped me see the world in new eyes, make new friendships and have a wonderful caring team that I have worked with and who has done nothing but show me kindness and support, I am so beyond thankful and blessed for this program and the opportunities that it has given me. 4-H has made me such as better person and has put a spark in my heart that I can’t wait to pass down to other youth and upcoming generations and help them on there 4-H journey. If I could give anyone just one bit of advice it would be don’t overthink or be sacred, just be yourself because I know that your already amazing and that your off to great things. Being a KY state 4-H officer is so much more then just having a title is that your officially a role model for all of Kentucky and more. And it’s such a honor and privilege to have been able to serve!! It was my dream to wear that green jacket and could not have been happier. Thank you Kentucky 4-H and I’ll see you soon!

4-H Teen Conference Program

WELCOME TO Teen Conference

Welcome

Welcome

Special Thanks To Our

Sponsors

Schedule

Important Info

Dress Code

Important Info

Reminders

Important Info Contacts

Guest Speakers

Guest Speakers

Carline Groth

Linda Gorton

Keynote Speaker

Incoming Officers

Incoming Officers

Outgoing Officers

Outgoing Officers