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Enter your best photos in our annual photography contest! This is open to all 4-H members. Youth may enter one photo per category. These pictures should be mounted on 8 ½ x 11 piece of black construction paper. The 4-H'er must be the one taking the photo; therefore, they are NOT allowed to be in the photo. The photo cannot be submitted in the contest if it was already submitted in a previous year. The categories are: People, Animals, Outdoor Shots, Promoting 4-H, Action Shots, Night Shots, Black and White, Agriculture. Be sure to put your name, grade, school and category on the back. All entries are due March 30, 2026, to the 4-H office.
Help encourage others to learn more about milk and milk products by drawing a billboard encouraging or promoting the consumption of milk and/or milk products and share knowledge with others. Any 4-H club member is invited to participate. Posters are due to the 4-H office by March 30, 2026.
1.Billboard design must be made on 22”x 28” regular poster board size only. 2. DO NOT ATTACH anything to the poster that is more than ½” thick. 3. Do not use the commercial brand names of products on the poster. Do not use jingles, slogans, signs or pictures that are trademark or copyright protected on the poster. 4. BE SURE to print NAME, ADDRESS, GRADE, SCHOOL & PARISH on the back of the poster in the upper right-hand corner. 5. A 4-H club member is allowed to win first place in each division ONLY ONCE. 6.First place parish winning posters become the property of the Extension Service and will be displayed at statewide events. Monetary awards will be given at the state level for winners.
The 4-H Ready to Wear Contest showcases youth participants who have selected outfits to demonstrate their skills in clothing selection, styling, and presentation. The show encourages creativity, confidence, and a sense of personal style. This contest does not require any sewing! This contest is open to all 4-H members in grades 4-12. Categories include grades 4-5, grades 6-8 and grades 9-12.
Contest:
-Select a ready-made garment(s) suitable for any occasion not exceeding $100 for the outfit (shoes and accessories not included in cost). There is no obligation to purchase new clothing items, you can use items that you already have.
-Complete packet and submit it to the 4-H office by 4:00 pm by March 30, 2026. Packets can be found on our website under the contest/events tab (www.lsuagcenter.com/acadia4h) or you can pick up from the 4-H Office. Please note part of your score will include your ability to be a wise consumer.
-What to wear: Participants should wear a ready-to-wear outfit, which can include store-bought, thrifted or something in your closet. Outfits must be appropriate for a public presentation (i.e., modest, well-fitting, and suitable for the event's context).
-Fashion Judging: Participants will be judged on presentation of their chosen outfit at the Achievement Day on May 4, 2026.
-Personal Data Packet (120 Points) Turned in by March 30, 2026.
-Garments do not need to be turned in with packets. Judges will use pictures submitted in the first round of judging. Make sure what you wear in the photos is the same as what you wear for the Fashion judges at Achievement Day. (You can bring them in a garment bag, they will be allowed to change prior to judging. Remember- appearance scores will be factored so make sure they are neat and presentable).
Evaluation for Clothing Appearance Judging (180 points) See scoresheet on website.
Discover the creativity and community behind Artist Trading Cards in this hands‑on workshop. After a quick introduction to the history and basics of ATCs, participants will create their own mini artworks and trade them with others in their session. All core supplies are provided. Participants are welcome to bring ephemera — stickers, lace, string, scrap paper, and other small embellishments to personalize their cards. Limited seating is available. Registration will take place through your 4-HOnline account.
Workshop Date: February 21, 2026
Location: 4‑H Office
Cost: $10 per person
Ages 9–12: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Ages 13 and up: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Come ready to learn, make, and share your own set of Artist Trading Cards. Registration closes on February 16, 2026.
Join us for a free, fun-filled workshop all about Lego Robotics. If you like problem solving, building, tedious tasks, and working as a team, come to the workshop and see what's it all about. Open to all 4-H members. We will review a Lego competition rules and procedures discuss Lego robot programs, live program building and running of the robot on a game mat with feedback from the 4-H members, split into small groups and alternate between 'Lego robot building' and 'Robot programing and running the robot on a game mat.
Workshop Date: March 2, 2026, from 2-4 PM.
Location: 4-H Office
Registration will open on February 16th through your 4-HOnline account. Spots are limited and the deadline to register is February 23rd.
Our Spring contest day will be held on Monday, March 16, 2026, starting at 5PM at the 4-H Office. Contests will include Journey into Jobs, Demonstrations, Meat ID and Poultry ID. Pre-registration is required for all Demonstrations and Journey into Jobs prior to the contest. Registrations are due by March 2, 2026. Please visit the link below to pre-register for a demonstration. https://tinyurl.com/26SpringContestDay
Journey into Jobs: This contest will help you prepare for future job interviews and applications. Contestants must complete an application in advance for this contest. Applications are division-specific (Division I: grades 4-6, Division II: grades 7-8, Division III: grades 9-12). Contestants will be interviewed, and asked questions related to a present or future career or job. All contestants are expected to dress nice and neat to best present themselves to the judges. The applications and interviews will be conducted as if the applicant has all required schooling/experience for the job posting chosen. Example: If you are applying to be a 4-H Agent, you would fill out the Education section as if you graduated from college or you would answer questions as if you went to college and received a certain degree. Applications can be found on our website (https://tinyurl.com/Acadia4HEvents), or you can pick one up from the 4-H office. All completed applications should be turned into the 4-H office in person, via email or fax. Everyone that submits an application will be interviewed on March 16th.
Demonstrations: Open to all 4-H members. Individual and team (2 members only) will be accepted. Members of a team demonstration can be from different clubs and different grades but will compete in the oldest team members’ grade division. All demonstrations must be practiced and prepared prior to the contest. There is a limit of no more than one entry per category. Categories are Civic Engagement/Leadership, Healthy Living, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). A demonstration which was presented for a regional and/or state competition may not be presented by the same person or team on demonstration day. All demonstrations must pre-register using the link below. Any demonstration not pre-registered will be unable to participate. https://tinyurl.com/26SpringContestDay
Ag ID-New this year! Open to all 4-H members. The agriculture product identification contest is designed to showcase commodities that students encounter in their lives everyday while applying their product knowledge of produce, meat, and fibers and relate them to what is available in grocery stores. The contest format will consist of 20 multiple choice questions that may include but are not limited to: uses, method of growth, season, region grown, national ranking, economic impact to Louisiana, nutritional value, storage method, and production method.
Resources:
Form #AP12 Scantron- Ag Product Identification
Louisiana Summary Agriculture and Natural Resources (lsuagcenter.com)
Commodities — Louisiana Ag in the Classroom (aitcla.org)
Poultry ID: open to all members. No need to pre-register. The contest may consist of: Market Class-Judge one class of six dressed fryers according to U.S. Grades. Judge one class of six dressed hens according to U.S. Grades. Egg Class-Judge one class of ten broken out eggs (Judge one class of ten). External Quality-Judge two classes of 6 eggs for exterior quality. Study materials can be found at the links below.National 4-H Poultry Judging Contest Manual | National 4-H Poultry and Egg Conference
https://quizlet.com/774989877/ffa-poultry-judging-test-flash-cards/?i=10zwcs&x=1jqt
https://quizlet.com/323424117/poultry-id-parts-ffa-flash-cards/?i=10zwcs&x=1jqt
The contest is open to 4-H and FFA members between 4th and 12th grades. A 4-H or FFA member is allowed to win each division only once at the state level.Posters submitted to the state competition become the property of the LSU AgCenter and Louisiana Beef Industry Council. The state winning posters may be used to promote beef at various events. Posters are due to the 4-H office by March 30, 2026.
1. 2026 LBIC Beef Poster Contest Theme: Raising the Steaks 2. Posters must be on “22 x 28” poster board only. 3. Place your NAME, ADDRESS, AGE, GRADE, SCHOOL & PARISH on back, upper right corner of poser. 4. Digital entries must be designed using one of the following programs: Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Canva. Digital designs should be formatted for “22 x 28” poster size prints. All digital entries must be saved in high-resolution 300 DPI in ALL of the following: original design file, .png file format, and .pdf file format. Digital designs should be saved to a blank jump drive, placed in a 3 ½x 6 blank envelopes labeled with NAME, ADDRESS, AGE, GRADE, SCHOOL & PARISH on the front. 5. Posters and digital designs should generate positive images and promotion of beef (not live cattle production) using the indicated theme. Posters should promote beef without projecting any negative messages towards other agricultural commodities (chicken, pork, etc.). 6. DO NOT use copyrighted materials. You may develop ideas from magazines, parents, friends, nutrition bulletins, Beef Ambassador Fact Sheets and meat publications but the end concept should be original and not copied material. NO TEMPLATES may be used in the digital division. All design work must be original and from scratch, just as a poster would be designed. Pictures, clipart and materials (i.e., cartoon characters, advertisements, logos, etc.) that are copyrighted may not be used on the poster. The poster will be disqualified if copyrighted materials are used.Computer generated clipart may be used on the poster if it is not copyrighted material.
RECOGNITION AND AWARDS IN THE FOLLOWING DIVISIONS (parish contests): Division I - 4th- 6th grades, Division II - 7th -9th grades, Division III POSTER 10th - 12th grades, Digital Division - 4th - 12th grades
(Those participating in the digital division must choose to do either a poster or digital. Cannot do both.)
Monetary awards will be given at the state level for winners.
As we prepare for a successful record book season, we would like to encourage members to schedule a one-on-one meeting with the 4-H agents to discuss in detail their record book and the do’s and don’ts to ensure you submit a competitive record book. Record books are due to the 4-H office by March 30, 2026. The official record book can be found on our website (www.lsuagcenter.com/acadia4h) under the contests/events tab, along with 4-H record keeping tips document.
Section 2: 4-H Project Overview List the size and scope of your participation in your 4-H project(s). Use this space to give specific details about what you did in your 4-H project and remember to complete one of these for each project. Use numbers when appropriate to show size, growth, profits, losses or savings related to your 4-H project. For example, consider providing numbers on animals, dishes prepared, meals served, clothing made, repairs completed, pictures taken, workshops attended, interviews conducted, etc. Report year(s) of project work based on your grade level. 4th, 5th, and 6th graders: Provide a narrative summary, list, and/or chart that covers the project work you have completed in the past year. 7th and 8th graders: Provide a narrative summary, list, and/or chart that covers the project work you have completed in the past two years. 9th - 12th graders: Provide a narrative summary, list, and/or chart that covers the project work you have completed in the past three years.
Section 3: This Year’s 4-H Project Summary (1 page only) This 3- part section should include only 1 year [the current year] of your 4-H project work. Use the 3 charts in this section to record progress on your 4-H project(s) work. Learning Experiences: List the opportunities you have had for learning. Include tours, interviews, demonstrations, camp/conference sessions, workshops, clinics and other sharing experiences. Financial Summary: Include all information on expenses and income related to your project. Expenses include all items or services you paid for to support this project. Income includes all money received from the sale of services, products and/or premiums from this project- if applicable. Project Accomplishments/Summary: List the major accomplishments or outcomes you made in this project this year. Describe the impact that your project work has had for you, your family, your 4-H club and/or your community.
Sections 4: Leadership (1 page per year, 3 pages max) In this section, include any time that you led an activity. Include times that you taught, coordinated, organized or guided others. Make sure to list 4-H officer position(s), committees or other positions held. If a leadership activity is directly relevant to your project work, place a check mark in the ‘Project ‘column.
Section 5: 4-H Citizenship & Community Service(1 page per year, 3 pages max)In this section, list any time that you served others through 4-H. The level of work is based on the final outreach of the organization that the service or donation is going toward. For example, the Salvation Army is a national organization, so donations should be listed as “N.” The Lion’s Club is an international organization, therefore any donations or services to benefit this organization should be listed as “I.” If an activity is directly relevant to your 4-H project work, place a check mark in the ‘Project’ column.
Section 6: 4-H Awards and Recognition (1 page per year up to 3 years) Recognition could be ribbons, certificates, trips, or being invited to a special event.
Section 7: Non-4-H Experiences and Activities (1 page per year up to 3 years)List any participation in any other clubs and anytime you taught, led or guided others.List any officer position(s) held, committee(s) served on or other position(s) held. Include only non-4-H work. List any activities you have participated in to help others in your community. Describe the importance of the activity by including details, such ashours spent, type of service conducted, number of items donated, etc. Lastly include any non-4-H awards received.
Section 8: My 4-H Emphasize your personal growth and development and highlight your involvement in
the project area(s) in which your are submitting your records. Your story must be typed in Microsoft Word or a similar software program. Your 4-H story should be printed and inserted into your Record Book. All stories should be typed in 12 point font and double
spaced. Use 8.5” x 11” paper with a 1.5” margin at the top and the left and a 1” margin at bottom and right of each page. Use only the front side of the page. Your story is limited to: 4 pages [maximum] for 4th- 6th graders or6 pages [maximum] for 7th-12th graders.
Section 9: 4-H Photos & Supporting Materials The judges focus more on the content in this section, than on any decorative page elements. Make sure to use the front side of the paper, not front and back. Be sure to include candid photos, action shots and captions. Photos should include project-specific activities, in addition to leadership and community service highlights. Either insert photos and type captions directly into a computer file to print and insert into your book, or print photos and glue or tape them onto pages with typed captions.Exception: 4-H Members who are entering Photography project work can include 10 additional pages of their photography samples. When writing captions, include detailed information such as presentation topics, audience numbers/participants, things that you learned.
This contest is open to all 4-H members with skill levels from beginners to advanced sewers! Participants will construct a cotton apron, showcasing their sewing skills and creativity. The apron is to be sewed/ constructed by the participant and turned in for judging. Aprons will be judged on design, workmanship, and originality. Participants will be judged in the following divisions- Grades 4-5, Grades 6-8, and Grades 9-12. Contest Rules:
Aprons
-Fabric: 100% cotton fabric must be used for the apron.
-Thread: Any color or type of thread is allowed.
-Notions: Participants can use any additional notions (buttons, zippers, trims) as desired.
Apron Specifications
-Size: The apron must fit the youth making the apron.
-Design: Must include:
At least one pocket, Ties at the waist
-Creativity: Participants are encouraged to personalize their aprons with unique designs or embellishments.
Submission Guidelines
-Completed aprons must be submitted with the filled out datasheet by the deadline March 30, 2026. Datasheets can be found on our website under the contest/events tab (www.lsuagcenter.com/acadia4h) or pick up a copy from the 4-H Office
-Participants must include a brief description of their design process and inspiration (max 150 words).
-Aprons should be clean and free from any visible marks or stains.
Judging Criteria
-Craftsmanship (40 points): Quality of stitching, finishing, and overall construction.
-Design (30 points): Creativity, originality, and aesthetic appeal.
-Functionality (20 points): Practicality and usability of the apron.
-Presentation (10 points): Overall presentation and attention to detail.
Additional Information
-Contestants may seek advice from fellow participants or instructors, but all work must be their own.
-An in-person showcase will be held for participants to present their aprons and discuss their creative processes at Achievement Day on May 4, 2026, at Midland High School. Good luck, and happy sewing!
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