Junior Fair Organizations


4-H
4-H is a voluntary, educational program designed to meet the needs and interests of boys and girls who are 8-18 years of age, January 1st, current year and at least in the third grade. Participation and membership are open to all such youth without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability, or Vietnam-era veteran status. The purpose of 4-H is to provide learning experiences and opportunities for boys and girls which will help them grow and develop to the fullest of their potential. Projects, programs, and activities are tools used to help members in this regard.

FFA
The goal of the FFA is to prepare students in agricultural education programs for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. Through FFA, you will have a chance to make money – your own money! With the cash comes responsibility and independence. FFA will give you a chance to prove yourself to your friends, to your parents, and to yourself through leadership and communication skills as you develop self-confidence and respect. Today’s FFA offers an endless variety of activities and competitive programs for you and your friends. It all begins at school by enrolling in an agricultural education course which will provide experiences in a wide range of areas, from horticulture and natural resources to animal science and agri-business.

Camp Fire USA
Camp Fire USA is a multi-service organization providing a variety of programs for youth in kindergarten through high school, and their families. These programs include clubs, camping, and environmental programs, self-reliance courses, and youth leadership, - Teens in action.

Junior Achievement
Junior Achievement of Hancock County gives local high school students the opportunity to own and operate their own business. Junior Achievement is supported by local business and individuals.

FCCLA
The Goal of Family Career Community Leaders of America is to help youth assume their roles in society through home economics education in the areas of personal growth, family life, vocational preparation, and community involvement. This stated goal is the same for vocational home economics programs and the student organization: thus Family Career Community Leaders of America is a co-curricular rather than an extra-curricular activity.
As such, Family Career Community Leaders of America has a definite role in the curriculum through in-class and extended class activities. Integration of Family Career Community Leaders of America into the curriculum is the responsibility of the home economics teachers, local and state home economics supervisors and teacher-educators.

Boy Scouts
Boy Scouts of America by forming “partnerships” with community organizations serve youth and families.
Cub Scouting (first through fifth grades) – “Fun with a Purpose.” Under adult leadership, the Cub Scout learns cooperation at home and in the community.
Boy Scouting (ages 11 through 17) – “Learning by Doing.” Boy Scouting promotes personal fitness, character, development, and good citizenship.
Exploring (co-ed age 15 through 20) – “Adult-like Activities.” Explores with adult guidance planned activities that promote responsibility, leadership, social awareness, career exploration, personal fitness, outdoor fun, and service to others.

Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts is an organization providing various programs for youth through high school. These youth advance through individual troops which include educational and creative activities, community and service programs, and local and state participation, communication skills focusing on the development of mature young adults.