In January 2023, 17 4-H Teen Council members organized and led the overnight 4-H Lock-In for 31 4th and 5th graders. This year, teens chose the theme, “Neon Night,” and divided into three committees: games, crafts and food. At the Lock-In, attendees rotated through each of the three groups, made friends, slept a little and had lots of fun! More photos are at http://www.flickr.com/photos/unlextlanco/albums. Here’s what two of the teens said about this year’s 4-H Lock-In.
WORKING TOGETHER
“Everyone dressed up in neon colors, and the kids loved being in fun color groups. The Teen Council members had a lot of fun planning the event! The 4th and 5th grade youth attending were so excited to be there! They participated in large group games, made crafts, ate delicious snacks and had the opportunity to make new friends. Just as the 4th and 5th graders grew in their friendships and made new ones, so did the teens holding the Lock-In. I enjoyed leading many of the large group games and taking part in the leadership, but it was a hit because all of us were working together. The 'Neon Night' Lock-In was a huge success!”
—Hannah Thomson, 4-H Teen Council President
FUN TEACHING YOUTH
“4-H Teen Council held the 2023 Lock-In. Even though we stayed up much past everybody’s bedtime, we had a blast at our 'Neon Night.' The kids made quesadillas with neon cheese and made neon caterpillars. I had so much fun teaching the youth all about germs. Seeing all the different cookie designs was my favorite part. The Lock-In was so fun and I can’t wait for the next in 2024.”
—Carley Parrott, 4-H Teen Council Historian