FIELD DAY A Summer of Service

carry were also in the mix, in addition to the shoe scramble and everyone’s favorite, the tug-of-war. After fierce competition, the Hornets emerged victorious as this year’s Field Day champions. “I’m proud of all the students for showing great sportsmanship and teamwork throughout the day,” said Coach Kimbrel. “It was an unforgettable event for everyone involved.”

Tallulah Falls School rising senior Lilly Kate Farrar loves serving, leading and connecting people. Her love has grown through her continued involvement with Habersham County

4-H. Currently, Farrar serves as vice president of the 4-H Northeast Georgia district senior board as well as secretary of 4-H Habersham County council. In June, Farrar attended officer training and state council both held at Rock Eagle in Eatonton, Georgia. In her roles, Farrar helps to plan events, participates in public speaking engagements, leads assemblies, speaks to community organizations, and competes in ongoing contests.

Farrar is also part of in the 4-H Leadership in Action program. This program encourages youth to see needs in the community and implement a way to make a positive difference. “I saw a need in my community for more youth to participate in the arts,” said Farrar. “My idea sprouted from a love of theater and helping others,” she said. Farrar created Heart for the Arts. She sells heart shaped crayons to raise scholarship funds to send children to theater camp that couldn’t otherwise afford it. Over the last year, she has raised $2,300.

Farrar’s project won at the district level, which opened up the opportunity for her to participate in the 4-H state congress held in Atlanta in July. At congress Farrar competed against other districts, spoke to donors, attended banquets, and made connections with local organizations and companies. “4-H is a major part of who I am,” said Farrar. “I’ve learned persistence and dedication and this has pushed me to be a better version of myself and build deeper connections with people.”

Habersham County Program Assistant Renee Smagur sees Farrar as a model for what 4-H represents. “She uses her head by encouraging others to be the best version of who they are. She uses her hands in so many ways to provide community service to not only those here in Habersham, but across Georgia,” said Smagur. “Lilly Kate uses her heart in everything she does, and she reminds us to be our best self. She is a spark of light in our program.”