Awards Programs

2021 North Carolina 4-H Awards Handbook

Achievement Plan- This plan will help you set goals and make plans to reach them. You will learn about 4-H and challenge yourself to achieve great things through this organization. With each new level you achieve, you will be recognized at the county 4-H achievement night.

Application, Interview, Resume & Electronic Video (AIRE)- A program designed to help older teens prepare for interviews for future careers and scholarships. State winners have opportunities to win trips to National 4-H conferences. Application/Resume is due by May 1 each year to Randolph County 4-H.

Portfolio- Youth complete a three-year record book showing their participation in 4-H programs, goals, and accomplishments. There are two age categories: 13-15 and 16-18. Portfolios can focus on projects in 22 categories. Applications are due to Randolph County 4-H in January of each year.

Project Record Book- Youth complete a record book that outlines their work in their 4-H project area with an emphasis on goals, accomplishments, citizenship activities, community service activities, and leadership development. Youth compete in one of four categories: 8-10, 11-12, 13-15, 16-18. There is also a non-competitive category for students 5 to 7 years of age called Cloverbuds (click here for record book form). Record books are due to Randolph County 4-H in January of each year and represent a full year of work.

Presentations-Youth participate in public speaking presentations individually or with a partner to demonstrate how to perform a skill while education others about their topic. Age divisions are 8-10, 11-13, and 14-18. The first competition is held at District Activity Day in June.

North Carolina 4-H Scholarship Program- Competitive scholarships are awarded annually by North Carolina 4-H to graduating high school seniors who have excelled within 4-H and in their academics. Applications are due to Randolph County 4-H by January 25, 2021. Click Here to Access the Scholarship Application and Scholarship Guidelines.