4-H Youth Development
What is 4-H?
The mission of Georgia 4-H is to assist youth in acquiring knowledge, developing life skills, and forming attitudes that will enable them to become self-directing, productive and contributing members of society. This mission is accomplished through "hands-on" learning experiences that focus on agricultural and environmental issues, agriculture awareness, leadership, communication skills, foods and nutrition, health, energy conservation, and citizenship.
Who is eligible?
All youth, grades K-12, residing in Cobb County may join 4-H. 4th graders, 5th graders, and middle school students may attend meetings at their school where 4-H clubs exist.
How to enroll?
The 4-H Open House will be held on Thursday August 8, 2024from 5:00pm-8:00pm at the Cobb County Extension Office. The Extension Office is located at 678 South Cobb Drive Marietta, GA 30060. Look for the 4-H signs!
At Open House, you can learn more about 4-H programming and specialty clubs including: Archery, Cooking Club, Young Farmers Club, Cloverbuds, County Council, Horse and Pony Club, Shotgun Club, Project Achievement, Summer Camps, Conferences, and more! While at Open House you can enroll in 4-H and learn how to register for 4-H clubs/activities for the year, ask questions, and meet 4-H staff and volunteers as we get ready for a fantastic year in Cobb County 4-H! Some clubs are free while others have a fee to assist with club supplies and programming.
Did you miss out on 4-H Open House but still want to enroll your child? Enroll your child by clicking here! For club, please select General 4-H Interest. Once you have enrolled your child, you can sign up for Specialty Clubs!
What clubs can my child join?
We have lots of clubs that meet a wide variety of interests! Clubs that will be available during the 2024-2025 include the following:
- Archery
- 4-H CHEF Community Service Cooking Club
- Cooking Club
- Cloverbuds (Home School and General)
- County Council
- Cultured Ag Club
- Horse and Pony Club
- Medical Club
- Shotgun
We also have many other activities and other events that your child can participate in including:
- Consumer Judging
- Horse Judging
- Hippology
- Wildlife Judging
- LifeSmarts
- Project Achievement Public Speaking program
- North Georgia State Fair Events/Activities
- Summer Camp
Register your child for Cobb 4-H spcialty clubs and activities here! Questions about club registration? Email Chloe Patterson at chloe.patterson1@uga.edu, Brittani Lee at bkelley@uga.edu, Kathleen McElroy at kathleen.mcelroy@cobbcounty.org, or Colleen Bakhsh at colleen.bakhsh@cobbcounty.org
When and where are general 4-H meetings held?
During the school year 5th graders may attend meetings at their school where 4-H clubs exist. 5th grade club meetings are during school hours within the classroom. 4-H club meetings are educational, focusing on science and public speaking skills. There are several 4-H clubs active at many elementary schools in Cobb County. 4-H County Council meetings are held monthly at the Extension office for grades 4th-12th. County Council meetings include engaging activities, leadership experiences, and community service opportunities. To program for our K-3rd grade 4-H'ers, Cobb County 4-H has a Homeschool Cloverbuds program that meets during the day and a General Cloverbuds program that meets in the evening monthly.
Cobb County & Marietta City Schools that have in-school 5th grade clubs:
Addison, Baker, Bells Ferry, Bryant, Chalker, Clay-Harmony, Dowell, Due West, Dunleith, East valley, Ford, Hollydale, Kincaid, King Springs, Keheley, Milford, Mountain View, Rocky Mount, Park Street, Pitner, Sanders, Sedalia Park, & Varner
County Council 2024-2025 Dates
August 8 (Open House), September 3, October 1, November 5, December 3, January 7, February 4, March 4, April 1, May 6
Cloverbuds 2024-2025 Dates
August 8 (Open House), September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11, January 15, February 12, March 12, April 16, May 14
4-H Activities
Activities such as judging teams, camps, conferences and more are available for all active 4-H'ers in 4th-12th grade. Activities are held after school or on weekends. 4-H activities are led by Cobb County 4-H staff members and screened UGA volunteers. Learn more about our specialty clubs and 4-H activities under the News and Events tab. For more information and an enrollment card please visit our newsletters and tabs page or contact us at 770-528-4070 or the email 4-H agent Chloe Patterson at chloe.patterson1@uga.edu
Contact
For more information about Cobb County 4-H Youth Development Programs, contact Chloe Patterson at chloe.patterson1@uga.edu or call (770) 528-4070.