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Top 5 Reasons to Get Involved in 4-H

Posted on by Elly Sneath

The beginning of a new school year is here, and this is time families may be looking for new opportunities for their child.  This time of year can also be a great time to get involved in something you have never experienced, 4-H.

I’m what we call a first generation 4-Her.  Meaning, my parents were not involved with 4-H as youth.  However, after seeing my cousins in the program, my mom signed my brother and me up as soon as we were old enough.  In Kansas, that is age 7 through 18 by January 1.  We participated as family and I enjoyed it so much, I made a career of it as your County Extension Agent.

Leader Training
My Brother and I learning about the the VIP process for Adult Volunteer Screening.

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Meet the Agent: Christine McPheter

Posted on by Elly Sneath

Christine McPheter

Meade County Extension’s Family and Consumer Science Agent is Christine McPheter.  Christine started with Meade County in 2002.  She grew up in Cloud County on a farm and attended Kansas State University.

Currently, Christine serves on Extension’s Adult Development and Aging Program Focus Team. Serving on the team, Christine helps give input to statewide programs and also helps put on local programs focusing in on Aging.

Christine also shares responsibilities with the 4-H Youth Development Program with her co-worker, Elly Sneath.

Meet the Agent: Elly Sneath

Posted on by Elly Sneath

Elly SneathMeade County Extension’s Agricultural & Natural Resources Agent is Elly Sneath.  Elly started with Meade County in 2006.  She grew up in Pratt County on a farm and ranch, where she attended Pratt Community College before transferring to Kansas State University, majoring in Animal Science with a Business Option.

Currently, Elly serves on Extension’s Farm Management Program Focus Team. Serving on the team, Elly helps give input to statewide programs and also helps put on local programs focusing in on Farm Management.

Elly also shares responsibilities with the 4-H Youth Development Program with her co-worker, Christine McPheter.