Etowah County, Alabama 4-H

10/28/2026

Alabama 4-H recently selected a new group of 30 young leaders from 22 counties to serve as the 2026-2027 4-H State Ambassadors.

The ambassadors serve as representatives of Alabama 4-H, promoting its programs on the regional, state and national levels. They help plan state-level events, such as the Midwinter Teen Retreat and 4-H’s statewide community service project.

“Through this experience, ambassadors learn how to work as a team, manage their time, communicate effectively and take on real leadership responsibilities,” said Alabama Cooperative Extension System Specialist Joy Scott, one of the advisors of the Alabama 4-H State Ambassadors. “These are skills that extend far beyond 4-H and can be applied in school, future careers and everyday life.”

The ambassadors also assist with 4-H youth councils within their regions. They spend the year immersed in opportunities to gain leadership and organizational skills, as well as meaningful friendships.

To read more about the role, responsibility, and meaning behind being a 4-H State Ambassador, click on the News Link in the Links section of our page.

The following 4-H members will serve as state 4-H ambassadors for the 2026-2027 program year:

Lydia Beth Adams, Marshall County
Charlotte Bell, Shelby County
Sophie Bishop, Tallapoosa County
Caroline Brown, Limestone County
William Burgess, Talladega and Blount Counties
Irish Cain, Cullman County
Gypsi Rose Crowder, Baldwin County
Abigail Davidson, Russell County
Tycen Gordon, Walker County
Hope Hill, Clay County
Samantha Huggins, Shelby County
Madisyn King, Dallas County
Jaxson Lopez, Marion County
Braylin Madison, Shelby County
Aden Massey, Shelby County
Brianna McCollum, Clay County
Colton Naylor, Morgan County
Avery Owens, Washington County
Zaila Randolph, Shelby County
Ellis Reed, Lee County
Alyssa Rios, Marengo County
Aubree Roper, Etowah County
Colton Siggers, Tallapoosa County
Rachel Sloughfy, Calhoun County
Rebecca Stewart, Walker County
Brea Swindall, Pike County
Nick Weis, Shelby County
Ellie West, Jackson County
Hannah Yocom, Shelby County
Kyzer Zeunges, Chambers County

10/28/2026

Oh my gourd, these are cute. 🎃 Bring a little 4-H to your front porch this Halloween with our free 4-H pumpkin stencils!

Pick your favorite, grab a pumpkin and get carving. Then show us your masterpiece! Click here: https://bit.ly/4BoZDFf 🍀

10/27/2026

A big thank you to the Gadsden State Community College Poultry Science Program for serving as the Presenting Sponsor of our 4-H Chick Chain Show!

Gadsden State's Pathway to Poultry Science program offers an exciting opportunity for young people interested in agriculture. Through a partnership with Auburn University, students can begin their college education at Gadsden State before transferring to Auburn to pursue a degree in Poultry Science.

We appreciate Gadsden State's investment in our 4-H youth and their commitment to developing the next generation of agricultural leaders!

Learn more: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/programs-of-study/poultry-science

10/26/2026

Growing Beyond Earth with Etowah County 4-H!

Sixth-graders at Hokes Bluff Middle School are bringing agriculture to the stars, making them the first school in Etowah County to host hydroponic growth chambers for the Growing Beyond Earth project!

Through this exciting partnership between NASA and Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, students are conducting real scientific research to help NASA determine which plants could provide food for astronauts on future space missions.

Today they measured their germinated seedlings and logged the data. These young scientists aren't just learning about science; they're contributing to it!

Learn more: https://fairchildgarden.org/science-and-education/science/gbe/

10/26/2026

Etowah County 4-Hers did a phenomenal job at the Chick Chain Show on Saturday. The judges were impressed with the health and condition of the pullets they raised. Healthy hens and happy kids make for a perfect conclusion of Chick Chain 2026.

10/21/2026

5th grade explored engineering and showed off their creativity with Legos at Southside Elementary School today.

10/14/2026

Thursday, October 15, Arts and Crafts Club will learn the basics of cross stitching. Join us at 3:30 at Hokes Bluff Public Library and learn how to make your own cross stitch keychain. There are lots of designs to choose. 🧵 🪡

10/09/2026

🍀 How It Started… How It’s Going! 🍀

Many of you know that I got my start in 4-H as a 4th grader at Glencoe Elementary School. It was so special to lead 4-H Clubs at GES on the last day of National 4-H Week.

There’s something meaningful about coming full circle. My 4-H experiences helped prepare me for the future. Now I get to pay it forward by helping young people try new things, develop leadership skills, and find their spark.

Many things have changed between 1986 and 2026, but the impact of 4-H is still going strong.

💚 Mrs. Jennifer

On the left is Mrs. Jennifer at Glencoe Elementary in 1986 with her grandmother Mrs. Holmes and cousin Joshua. The second photo is from GES 4th grade today. The boy beside Jennifer is Josh’s nephew Shepherd!

10/07/2026

We saw some excellent 5th grade photography at Whitesboro Elementary School today!

10/06/2026

Congratulations to our Photography winners at Glencoe Middle School and Whitesboro Elementary School!