4-H STATE AMBASSADORS FOR 2024-25 ANNOUNCED

    South Dakota State University Extension 4-H recently announced the youth chosen as State 4-H Ambassadors for the coming year. 
    The State 4-H Ambassador program provides leadership and mentoring opportunities as participants support 4-H and serve as positive role models. Through their service, State 4-H Ambassadors develop skills that can prepare them for future career opportunities, including public speaking, event planning and public relations. 
    Marshall County 4-Her, Oliver Moeckly, a senior at Britton-Hecla, was among the ambassadors chosen to serve this year. He will be part of the SkillsX Committee. SkillsX by 4-H is a teen leadership conference. 
    Other state 4-H Ambassadors include: Kelsey Fischer, Day County, serving on the SkillsX by 4-H committee; Carley Crist, Union County, 4-H Gala committee; Katie Spatz, Roberts County, SkillsX by 4-H; Mercedes Jones, Jerauld County, 4-H Gala; Julia Tinker, Minnehaha County, SkillsX by 4-H; Abbie Chase, McCook County, 4-H Gala; Caleb Gaikowski, Day County, SkillsX by 4-H; and William Kreth, Davison County, 4-H Gala. 
    During their terms, State 4-H Ambassadors create action plans and must facilitate an educational program for youth. They can also serve on committees, including the newly created 4-H Gala committee. The first 4-H Gala will be held in 2025.