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Mission and Vision
Mission The Indiana 4-H Youth Development mission is to provide real-life educational opportunities that develop young people who will have a positive impact in their communities and the world. Vision Indiana 4-H Youth Development strives to be the premier, co...
History of 4-H
The History of 4-H in Indiana 4-H began over 100 years ago and has since grown into the largest youth development program in the nation. 4-H prepares young people to be leaders in their community and around the world through hands-on experiences alongside thei...
4-H Pledge
I Pledge my HEAD to clearer thinking, my HEART to greater loyalty, my HANDS to larger service, my HEALTH to better living, for my club, my community, my county and my world.
Judging
Judges Decisions Exhibitors all understand that a judge considers a variety of factors when placing an exhibit. With this in mind the judges' placings represent that person's judgement on that particular day and time and each judge may differ. All judges' dec...
Ribbons and Awards
The Danish System of Recognition The Danish System recognizes and rewards young people for their efforts and projects. This system is designed to maintain a proper balance of competition and recognition. To be sure we use it properly, we must understand its op...
4-H General Policy
What Every 4-H Family Needs to Know All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should inclu...
Behavioral Expectations
Upon enrollment all youth, adults and volunteers agree to abide by the behvaiors expectations outined by Purdue University, the local extension office and the Tippecanoe County 4-H Exhibit Association.
Youth Participant Expectations
Indiana 4-H has a set of behavioral criteria that we expect our participants to follow as outlined below. Youth and their parents/guardians review and agree to these expectations at the time of 4-H enrollment in 4-H Online. When attending, participating in, or...
Adult Participant Expectations
All adults attending, volunteering and/or working for the Indiana 4-H Programs are expected to adhere to these Adult Behavioral Expectations to create a safe and supportive environment, and promote the well-being of all youth. These Adult Behavioral Expectatio...
Grievance Policy
Grievances will be accepted on rule infractions only. ALL JUDGES DECISIONS ARE FINAL! Grievances are made by completing the Indiana 4-H Grievance/Appeal form with the burden of proof being the responsibility of the individual filing the grievance. The complete...
Record of 4-H Achievement
WHAT is the Record of 4-H Achievement? The Record of Achievement is a form to help a 4-H member maintain an accurate account of their 4-H accomplishments WHY do I need to fill out this form? This is a way for 4-Hers to keep track of their 4-H Accomplishments. ...
Guide to a Successful 4-H Year
Attend as many 4-H meetings as possible. Club meetings give you general information regarding 4-H activities. Project meetings give you information that is specific to that project. Obtain a 4-H handbook from the Extension Office or view it online at the Tippe...
Extension Office Staff
Dee Nicley - Extension Educator 4-H Youth Development, County Extension Director E-mail: dnicley@purdue.edu Will Walls - Extension Educator 4-H Youth Development E-mail: wallsw@purdue.edu Kelsie Morano - 4-H Juntos Educator E-Mail: morano@purdue.edu Brock Turn...
2026 Exhibit Association Officers
President Jason Hankins 1st Vice President Tim Reese 2nd Vice President Jason Rice Secretary Kaila Martin Assistant Secretary Katelin Ade Treasurer Adrienne Kirts Assistant Treasurer Kim Giroux Past President Jason Buck Senior Advisor Denny Gretencord
2026 Exhibit Association Directors
The Tippecanoe County 4-H Exhibit Association is the policy making board for the 4-H program and has representatives from throughout the county. Jackson Township Lauramie Township Perry Township Austin Haywood Stephanie Guinn Josh Zimmerman Matt Kaiser Denny G...
2026 Exhibit Association Committees
Audit Signage Commercial Trips & Special Awards Entertainment / Special Events Trophy, Donors, and Ribbons Social Media Trash Collection / Coliseum Cleanup Food Vendors Sponsorships / Promotions Livestock Auction Set Up / Tear Down Project, Activity, and Handb...
2026 4-H Club Leaders
Club Location City Contact(s) All 4 Fun Wainwright Elementary School Lafayette Monica Warmoth mblueot@yahoo.com Sarah Baker 813-495-4284 skinney817@hotmail.com Cairo Kids Battle Ground Elementary School Battle Ground Lindsay Ford Rachelle Barret Kelly Okos Jac...
4-H Livestock Auction
The 4H Livestock Auction will be held on the last Friday of the fair. Only animals shown in the judging classes may be sold in the auction. The sale order will be Rabbits, Poultry, Goats, Swine, Beef and Dairy, Sheep A 4-H member may sell only one animal throu...