I had the opportunity to serve as a guest judge in a regional 4-H competition in February of this year, and was truly impressed by the quality of education and commitment students from our surrounding parishes displayed. The 4-H organization is a youth development program which promotes hands-on learning activities in the areas of science, citizenship and healthy living.
4-H programs are alive and well in St. Tammany, Washington and Tangipahoa Parishes, and certainly throughout our state. I want to congratulate Kasey King, who raised the 2012 Grand Champion steer named Waylon.
Our schools are often recognized for academic excellence. However, our education excellence often extends beyond the traditional classroom. ... - Continue
