From January 31 to February 2, Liberty County 4-H participated in the Georgia 4-H Southeast District Project Achievement (DPA). This annual competition, hosted by Georgia 4-H’s four districts, provides seventh-12th grade students the opportunity to develop essential life skills through project work and public demonstrations.
DPA consists of two key components: portfolio work and demonstrations. These activities help students strengthen their communication skills, build leadership abilities, craft résumés, and engage in meaningful community service. Throughout the year, 4-Hers build their portfolios by participating in five key categories: Main Project Work, Main Project Sharing and Helping, Leadership, Community Service/ Civic Engagement, and Other Activities. Additionally, they compile a photo page documenting their involvement.
For the demonstration portion, 4-Hers present a seven- to-nine-minute speech on their selected project, perform a three-to-four-minute artistic presentation (such as a monologue, musical performance, or dance), or create a food demonstration following a recipe. This experience fosters confidence and subject-matter expertise in a wide range of disciplines.
Liberty County 4-H Participants Talented 4-Hers competed in a variety of project areas:
• Colton Sherbine (Seventh grade): Food for Health and Sport
• Fredrick Moore (Seventh grade): Performing Arts - Other Instrumental
• Delaney Worley-Bush (Eighth grade): Health
• Kirra Keating (Eighth grade): History
• Housing
• Scarlett McComiskey (Eighth grade): Performing Arts - Other Instrumental
• Jalah Johnson (Eighth grade): Performing Arts - Vocal
• Jaylin Frasier (Eighth grade): Sports - Team
• Addy Norton (11th grade): Target Sports
Outstanding Achievements
Five of the nine participants placed in the top three: First place – Kirrah Moore (Housing) Second place – Jalah Johnson (Performing Arts - Vocal) Second place – Colton Sherbine (Food for Health and Sport) Third place – Scarlett Mc-Comiskey (Performing Arts Other Instrumental) Third place – Kirra Keating (History) Regardless of placement, all the 4-Hers are celebrated for their dedication and courage in presenting their work. The ability to stand before an audience and confidently share knowledge is an accomplishment in itself.
Leadership and Elections
In addition to the competition, DPA offers 4-Hers the opportunity to run for a position on the Southeast District Board of Directors. Candidates first submit an application highlighting their 4-H experiences, then deliver a 30-45-second persuasive speech to voter delegates, and finally campaign throughout the weekend.
Colton Sherbine successfully ran for the 2024-2025 Southeast Junior Board and was elected to serve. His hard work and dedication exemplify the leadership qualities that 4-H fosters in young people.
