4-H Senior Feature

Hometown: Wayland

Parents: Loran and Chris Leichty

School: WACO High School

4-H Club: Crooked Creek 4-H Club

Projects: Dairy, Dog, Bucket Bottle, Queen Contest, and various non-livestock projects.

4-H Activities: Club officer, ELITE Project Team, County Council, Day Camp Counselor, Little Hands on the Farm Helper, Farm Tough Helper, and Pancake Breakfast Volunteer

Special 4-H memory/highlight: My favorite 4-H memory/experience was serving as the Washington County Fair Queen. Going around the fair meeting new people and hosting activities was such an amazing experience. Driving people around the fair on golf carts with the royalty was a highlight as well!

Please write a few complete sentences about what you learned in 4-H, or why others should join 4-H: 4-H has impacted my life in so many different ways. It has taught me to be responsible, organized, creative, and confident through various projects and exhibits. These characteristics will help lead me to achieve my goals throughout life. 4-H has not only taught me life lessons but also brought amazing people into my life, creating long-lasting friendships. I would definitely recommend everyone to participate in 4-H, because there is something for everyone!

Other Activities: Volleyball, Basketball, Dance Team, Orchestra, National Honor Society, Student Council, MYF, and Blue Crew.

Future plans: I plan to attend the University of Iowa this fall majoring in human physiology/pre-med