By Chambana Sun |
May 6, 2024
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – 4-H excels in preparing youth to speak well and confidently, and it is a skill that serves members for a lifetime. Youth from across the state recently came together to put their public speaking skills to the test during the Illinois 4-H State Public Speaking Contest held at Parkland College on April 29.The event saw young participants showcase their hard work and courage as they delivered speeches on various topics. Cindy Ogwal, the director of the Public Speaking Contest, expressed her excitement, stating, "Every one of these youth showed hard work,...