ROSCOMMON – Roscommon County 4-H and its Council held an awards ceremony at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church of the North to recognize the accomplishments of area 4-H youth members, and the contributions of volunteers.
During the ceremony, 19 youth received 31 awards in 11 categories, including Leadership, Citizenship, Community Service, and Public Speaking. Nolan and Gabby Gray, Lexy and Gabby Gammicchia, and Samantha Karoub were recognized for five years of active membership in 4-H.
Samantha Karoub also earned the 4-H “I Dare You” American Youth Leadership award, recognizing her personal integrity, balanced living, and motivation for leadership. As the recipient of this award, Karoub will be given a copy of William H. Danforth’s book, “I Dare You,” a classic text on personal motivation. In addition, she is eligible to attend the National Leadership Conference hosted by the American Youth Foundation.
Adult volunteers, being the backbone of 4-H, all received a certificate of appreciation for their contributions to Roscommon County 4-H. Trisha Jackson and Michelle Gurzynski received 4-H Alumni awards, having been members of 4-H in their youth. Terri Cook earned the 4-H Volunteer Award of Golden Merit for continually helping to move 4-H forward through efforts such as the 4-H Community Club, the Interstate Exchange Club, and service on the 4-H Council.
The Volunteer of the Year award was presented to Kate Gammicchia for her long-term and active involvement in Roscommon 4-H, including serving on the 4-H Council, assisting in establishing the 4-H Community Club and 4-H Science Club, as well as attending State trainings, applying for grants, and being a consistently positive and energetic force in the local 4-H program.
Presenters included Roscommon Council President Samantha Karoub, Roscommon County Commissioner Bob Schneider, and MSU Extension District 4 Director Julie Darnton.
Roscommon 4-H welcomes new members and volunteers. For information, call 989-275-5043.
