The purpose of the Victoria County 4-H Council is to provide an opportunity for youth to develop citizenship, leadership and life skill competencies by becoming involved in county, district, state, national and international activities. The council is made up of ten elected officers and 2 delegates from each 4-H club (both community and project) in Victoria County. Meetings are held in September, November, January, March, and May on the 3rd Tuesday, beginning at 7pm at the Victoria County Extension Office. The Victoria County 4-H Council strives to meet the following goals:
Youth Representing Youth
1. Youth represent youth.
2. Youth help make decisions.
3. Youth work through committees.
Council Delegates represent the interests of members:
* From 4-H clubs to County 4-H Council
* From County 4-H Council to District 4-H Council
* On joint committees with County 4-H Leaders Association
* On the 4-H and Youth Development Committee
Youth Helping Youth
1. Youth help youth.
2. Youth work together.
3. Youth make friends.
Experienced council delegates are available to:
* Train officers.
* Share program ideas and experiences.
* Explain basic 4-H ideas.
* Explain 4-H programs and events.
* Demonstrate skills and procedures in managing 4-H clubs and projects.
* Invite, welcome and encourage members.
Youth Learning
1. Youth develop citizenship skills.
2. Youth accept responsibility.
3. Youth solve problems.
Council delegates gain knowledge and skills in:
* Democratic parliamentary procedures.
* Working cooperatively in groups.
* Personal relations with others.
* Representing the interests of others.
* Solving problems.
* Accepting responsibility.
Youth Volunteering their Services
1. Youth promote the 4-H program.
2. Youth raise funds.
3. Youth help others.
Council delegates volunteer time and effort to:
* Explain and promote the 4-H program.
* Help raise funds to support program activities.
* Conduct 4-H activities.
* Help others.
2011 – 2012 4-H County Council Officers
President – Breana Tater, Wood-Hi 4-H Club
Vice President – Cheyenne Borchert, Guadalupe 4-H Club
Secretary- Allan Parsons, Westwood 4-H Club
Treasurer- Lauren Heller, Rough Riders 4-H Club
District Delegate- Seth Garrett, Westwood 4-H Club
District Delegate- Allan Parsons, Westwood 4-H Club
Parliamentarian – Shelbie VanBeveren, Nursery 4-H Club
Reporter- John Atzenhoffer, Southern Country 4-H Club
Historian- Kelley Wood, Mission Valley 4-H Club
Recreation Officer- Laci Alexander, Rough Riders 4-H Club
Meeting Dates:
September 20, 2011
November 15, 2011
January 17, 2012
March 20, 2012
May 15, 2012
Officers are elected at the May meeting each year. If you are interested in becoming a County Council Officer please call the Extension Office for more information.
