As the school year comes to a close, York County 4-H is excited to celebrate a fantastic year of growth and learning through our Afterschool Clubs. This year, over 350 youth across York County engaged in hands-on 4-H programming, discovering new skills, exploring agriculture, and building confidence in safe, supportive environments.
Our clubs reached students at the following schools:
- Bethany Elementary
- Bethel Elementary
- Clover Middle School (6th–8th grade)
- Ebinport Elementary
- Griggs Road Elementary
- Herald C Johnson Elementary
- Hickory Grove Sharon Elementary
- Larne Elementary
- Lesslie Elementary
- Midway Christian Academy
- Mt. Holly Elementary
- Riverwalk Academy (3rd–8th grade)
Celebrating Success Across York County
At Bethany Elementary, the Bethany Buds After School Club wrapped up their year with a “MOO-velous” celebration focused on dairy cattle. Thanks to Stacie and Hallie Jean Harris for bringing Piper the cow and teaching our youth about showing dairy cattle! Appreciation also goes to Ms. Guerin for supporting all our “crazy plans,” the dedicated parents who support 4-H, volunteers who stay after school every month, and Crossroads Cafe at McGill’s for treating everyone to ice cream.
Meanwhile, at Mount Holly Elementary, our 4-H club closed the year with an energetic “Ag Olympics.” Students competed in farm-themed relay races, celebrating teamwork and healthy competition. This event was made possible by the wonderful support of Ms. Ramsey, Agriculture Teacher at ATC, and two graduating ATC seniors who helped run the activities. It was a fun and fitting finale to a year filled with growth.
Across all schools, youth have engaged in diverse projects — from gardening and raising animals to crafts and nutrition lessons — designed to spark curiosity and build life skills like leadership, responsibility, and public speaking.
The Power of Community
None of this would be possible without the incredible support of our 4-H volunteers, parents, teachers, and community partners. Their commitment helps create meaningful experiences that inspire our young people to explore their interests, try new things, and develop into confident leaders.
As we celebrate this year’s accomplishments, we are also looking forward to the future. York County 4-H Afterschool Clubs expect continued growth, fueled by strong community support and exciting new opportunities on the horizon.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this year a success — we can’t wait to continue nurturing the next generation of leaders through 4-H!
Kristin Kunde
York County 4-H Agent
Cooperative Extension
Clemson University
120 N. Congress St.
York, SC 29745
w 803-639-9102
kkunde@clemson.edu
