Youth Showcase Talent at St. Paul District 4-H Communications Event

Young speakers from the St. Paul District 4-H showcased their talents during a communications event held on March 7, 2024. Participants delivered presentations and speeches, receiving valuable feedback from volunteer judges, all while vying for top honors. The event, hosted by the Goodridge 4-H Beef Club, was described as a “great success” by the club’s General Leader, Coral Robinson.

Robinson expressed gratitude for the support from volunteers who made the event possible. “It was a pleasant experience for our Goodridge 4-H Beef Club to host a showcase of really amazing young speakers from the St. Paul 4-H District,” Robinson stated. She emphasized the importance of the judges, timer/tellers, and the emcee, remarking, “Without them, these events would not happen.”

The top prize winners will advance to the northeast regional competition in Bonnyville, scheduled for March 21, 2024. This opportunity allows the young participants to further develop their public speaking skills and gain experience in competitive settings.

Event Highlights and Results

The event featured a range of categories for participants, divided into junior, intermediate, and senior levels. The winners of the presentations and speeches were as follows:

Presentations
– Junior: Cash Dunlop – Boscombe Multi
– Junior: Skylar Giesbrecht – St. Paul Multi
– Intermediate: Arley Lavoie & Josée Lavoie – St. Paul Multi
– Senior: Alexis Giesbrecht – St. Paul Multi
– Senior: Ali Malo – Boscombe Multi

Speeches
– Junior: Bria Rice – St. Paul Multi
– Junior: Wyatt Robinson – Goodridge Beef
– Intermediate: Sierra Robinson – Goodridge Beef
– Intermediate: Ethan Barker – St. Paul Multi
– Senior: Shyanne Klatt – Boscombe Multi
– Senior: Sierra Hofer – Goodridge Beef

The event not only highlighted the speaking abilities of the youth but also fostered a sense of community among participants and supporters. The Goodridge 4-H Beef Club’s commitment to nurturing young talent is evident through their efforts in organizing such events, aiming to build confidence and communication skills among the next generation.

As the winners prepare for the upcoming competition in Bonnyville, the skills and experiences gained during this showcase will undoubtedly serve them well in their future endeavors.