4-H University is Louisiana 4-H’s premier youth leadership and career development experience, designed to help teens become Beyond Ready! Held June 23–25, 2026, in Baton Rouge, LA, this dynamic event brings together youth ages 13–18 from across the state to compete, connect, and grow through hands-on contests that challenge critical thinking and showcase talents, interactive workshops that build communication, teamwork, and adaptability and inspiring assemblies that spark motivation and personal growth.
Three representatives from Jackson Parish finished in the top ten of their respective events, including one who won first place and was awarded a trip to the National 4-H Congress in Atlanta, Georgia, that will take place later this fall! Added to the impressive demonstration of skills was the fact that two also earned appointments as ambassadors to prestigious state boards.
4-H University Event Winners
Gracie Bourgeois – 1st Place in Career Preparation, 8th Place in Civic Engagement Illustrated Talk
Makayla Johns – 3rd Place in Visual Arts
Timber Greer – 10th Place in High Point Individual Outdoor Skills
4-H State Board Ambassadors
Gracie Bourgeois – Executive Board and Livestock Ambassador
Makayla Johns – Wetlands Ambassador
Three from Jackson Parish came home as top ten winners in state competiton, including one who placed first in her event and was awarded a trip to the National 4-H Congress in Atlanta, Georgia this fall!
Three from Jackson Parish came home as winners in the state competition including one who has been awarded a trip tto the National 4-H Congress in Atlanta, Georgia this fall!