Through the 94^th Annual Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference, 4-H’ers from across the Commonwealth developed leadership and teamwork skills, improved communication skills, became involved in civic life, expanded knowledge related to a 4-H core content area: communication/citizenship, health, natural resources, agriculture, expressive arts, family consumer sciences, and science, engineering, and technology. The participants fostered a sense of belonging through networking, engaged in youth-adult partnerships, and became acquainted with the University of Kentucky to aid in college and career readiness. 

Through 4-H Teen Conference, delegates gained six hours of instruction in a core content area of their choice led by an expert in the field. Over forty departments within the University of Kentucky, agencies in the Lexington-Fayette County area, and local stakeholders conducted the learning experiences for 4-H Teen Conference delegates. 87% of delegates learned something new by participating in the core content area of their choice. As a result of 4-H Teen Conference delegates reported they are interested in learning more about majoring or finding a career in the following areas (in order of interest): science, engineering and technology, health, agriculture, leadership/citizenship, communication, expressive arts, family consumer sciences, and natural resources. 71% of the delegates reported they were likely to attend the University of Kentucky as a result of attending 4-H Teen Conference. 

Carlisle County 4-H'ers in particular demonstrated advanced leadership during Teen Conference week, with one youth being awarded the coveted Emerald Award, one youth running for State 4-H Office, one youth serving on State Teen Council, and one youth serving on the State Shooting Sports Ambassador Board. Four Carlisle County youth and one volunteer participated in this amazing leadership opportunity.