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4-H Senior Feature: Jade Sheetz
Courtesy of Washington County 4-H
Mar. 19, 2025 1:32 pm
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Washington County 4-H seeks to honor the group’s senior members by shining the spotlight on each one as they near the end of their 4-H journey. Today the spotlight shines on Jade Sheetz.
Name: Jade Sheetz
Hometown: Washington, Iowa
Parents: Brad & Lynne Sheetz
School: Washington High School
4-H Club: Washington Go-Getters
Projects: Breeding Beef, Market Beef, Photography, Visual Arts
4-H Activities: 2024 Washington County Fair Queen, Washington 4H County Council, 4-H Regional Junior Camp counselor, Mud Volleyball, Little Hands on the Farm, Market Beef weigh-ins, State 4H Youth Conference, County Fair set-up & tear down, Livestock Judging, Spring Preview Cattle Show, etc.
Special 4-H memory/highlight: One of my favorite 4-H memories has been going to the State 4-H Youth Conference for several years now where I have made countless memories and made lifelong friendships across the state.
Please write a few complete sentences about what you learned in 4-H, or why others should join 4-H.
I believe that people should join 4-H and get involved because of the endless opportunities and lessons it provides. From leadership and communication skills, to responsibility, dedication, and more. Being involved in 4-H has allowed me to get outside of my comfort zone and become confident. I have made countless memories and life-long friendships throughout the years!
Other Activities: Washington FFA, Volleyball, National Honor Society, Hills Bank Youth Salute, Silver Cord, 2025 Washington County Beef Queen
Future plans: I plan to attend Iowa State University this fall to major in agricultural studies on the multi-displinary option with minors in Animal Science, Ag. Business, and Ag. Communications or Education.