Local 4-H Member Receives State’s Top Honor

December 26, 2010

Northview sophomore Devin Bell achieved the highest state honor attainable by a 4-H member in recognition of significant accomplishments in the Florida 4-H Youth Development Program when he was named a delegate to the 89th National 4-H Conference in Atlanta.

Bell, a member of the Northview 4-H Club, recently received the honor after a preliminary application process that highlights the achievements, leadership, and involvement of the applicant in the 4-H Youth Development Program and community, followed by an interview with a 4-H State Interview Committee.

“To be accepted as a 4-H National Congress Delegate is an honor, and the Northview 4-H Club is extremely proud to have another 4-H member to add to this prestigious list. Northveiw 4-H Club now has a total of four 4-H youth that have been selected as National 4-H Congress delegates over the past four years,” said Kay Brown, Escambia County 4-H leader.

Bell, who is from Century, is very active in public speaking, livestock, swine, mechanical science, leadership and citizenship projects. He presented speeches at County, District, and State 4-H contests. Devin was very active at the Pensacola Fair with the Steer Show and club and individual exhibits. He serves as the Vice President for the County 4-H Council and District 4-H Council, and he has been active at State 4-H Legislature and State 4-H Congress. Bell recently received the Escambia County 4-H top two most prestigious awards, the Langley Bell 4-H Award and the Senior 4-H’er of the Year Award.

The National 4-H Congress provided an opportunity for 4-H delegates from all across the country to gather and learn about community involvement, culture diversity, and service to others. During the 4-H Congress experience, Devin Bell, along with Extension educators, 4-H adult volunteers, and 4-H youth explored current youth issues and determined the most effective ways to address them. These 4-H youth participated in educational, recreational, and networking opportunities and learned from the nation’s most outstanding community leaders, speakers, and educators who presented or facilitated plenary sessions, seminars, discussions groups, and service learning opportunities.

“Accept the Challenge,” this year’s conference theme, brought together more than 1,000 outstanding 4-H members, adult 4-H volunteer leaders and 4-H Youth Development Educators from throughout the country and territories. These teens were challenged by motivational speakers from across the nation, including Miss America 2009, Katie Stam of Indiana. Through workshops, hands-on seminars, cultural programs, team building and field trips, 4-H members had an opportunity to expand their horizons and further develop their leadership skills.

Comments

17 Responses to “Local 4-H Member Receives State’s Top Honor”

  1. Lisa & James on December 30th, 2010 10:53 pm

    Congratulations Devin!

  2. Savanna Calhoun on December 28th, 2010 7:49 am

    Great Job Devin! I Congratulations Devin!

  3. David Lamb on December 27th, 2010 6:29 pm

    Congrats, Devin. Escambia County 4-Hers have a long tradition of success. Thanks for keeping 4-H strong in our county. The national Congress was in Chicago at the Conrad Hilton when 9 of us from Escambia County were awarded trips . I was a State Swine award Winner. I was also on the livestock judging team and showed livestock at State and local fairs. Keep up the good work!

  4. the kent family on December 27th, 2010 5:39 pm

    Congratulations Devin! We know how proud you must be, and also your parents!
    We’re proud to know such a NICE & ACCOMPLISHED young man! Mr. Buddy & Mrs. Pat

  5. xpeecee on December 27th, 2010 4:10 pm

    Congratulations to a future leader! Keep up the good work…

  6. Kay Campbell on December 27th, 2010 10:10 am

    Devin , I knew you were special the first time I met you. I’m so proud of you , continue to do your very best and you will go far in life.

  7. Angus & Gayle Brewton on December 27th, 2010 6:46 am

    Congratulations Devin. Way to go!!

  8. Brad J on December 26th, 2010 3:52 pm

    Way to go Devin. Keep striving to do your very best!

  9. Becky on December 26th, 2010 1:28 pm

    Congratulations Devin:) We are very proud of you!!!

    Mawmaw and Papa

  10. Angi on December 26th, 2010 12:18 pm

    Congratulations Devin…

  11. Laurie on December 26th, 2010 11:42 am

    Great Job Devin! We are Proud of You!
    Keep up the good work :)

    The Dove Bunch

  12. Gayle Hanks on December 26th, 2010 9:04 am

    Congratulations on all your accomplishments! Keep up the good work!

    Mrs. Gayle Hanks

  13. C on December 26th, 2010 8:49 am

    Sounds like an outstanding young man. Congrats! Keep up the great work!

  14. David and Ramona on December 26th, 2010 8:07 am

    Congrats Devin, That is AWESOME!!!!!

  15. Vicki Baggett on December 26th, 2010 7:59 am

    Congratulations, Devin. You’re a great kid with a tremendous passion for everything that 4-H encompasses! Nice going!

  16. The Linam Family on December 26th, 2010 7:32 am

    Congratulations Devin! We are so proud of you!!

    Mr. Joel, Mrs. Lana, Ben and Kayleigh

  17. anna on December 26th, 2010 6:36 am

    Very proud of you, Devin. We love you.