Somerset County 4‑H Showcases Youth Leadership Programs at Rutgers Cooperative Extension Conference

In January, Somerset County 4‑H Agent Melissa Bright and 4‑H Program Coordinator Kristine Rappaport attended the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Conference on the Rutgers–Busch Campus, where they presented several of the county’s most dynamic youth programs.

Their session highlighted a range of initiatives that continue to strengthen youth development across New Jersey, including:

• Rutgers Junior Animal Science Symposium
• 4‑H Public Speaking Program
• NJ 4‑H Ag Ambassadors Program
• Birding STEP Club

Each of these programs reflects Somerset County 4‑H’s commitment to empowering young people through hands‑on learning, communication skill‑building, and agricultural education. Their presentation underscored how local 4‑H efforts contribute to statewide opportunities that help youth grow as confident leaders and engaged learners.

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