The Ohio 4-H Teen Advisory Council is a statewide group of 4-H teens and young 4-H alumni selected to provide a youth stakeholder perspective in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Ohio 4-H programming.

As a result of participation, Council members develop knowledge, skills, attitudes and aspirations needed for adult success, and the Ohio 4-H program is strengthened and expanded. 

Sponsorship for the Ohio 4-H Teen Advisory Council is provided by Ohio 4-H Foundation donors.

Roles and Responsibilities of Ohio 4-H Teen Advisory Council Members include:

• Provide advice to state 4-H faculty & staff to improve, strengthen, and maintain the Ohio 4-H Program
• Recommend policy and direction for Ohio 4-H teen programs and opportunities.
• Serve as a sounding board for Ohio 4-H program direction.
• Identify and accomplish at least one Teen Advisory Council goal/project per year to strengthen and expand Ohio 4-H Teen Programs.
• Other responsibilities as determined by the group in cooperation with the State 4-H Leader.

2012 Ohio 4-H Teen Advisory Council Members:

Sarah Blackburn - Clark
Lexi Bojansky - Cuyahoga
Kayla Broughten - Miami
Mikayla Brown - Hancock
Rebecca Chadwell - Meigs
Suzanna Dennison - Perry
Evan Hingsbergen - Butler
Brent House - Franklin
Paige Keller - Erie
Gerret McWhorter - Fairfield
Connor Morrow - Carroll
Mary Alaina (Ali) Mowrey - Hancock
Sarah Peterson - Fayette
Rebekah Salyers - Fairfield
Tiara Sargeant - Cuyahoga
Katy Shearer - Ashland
Liz Smalley - Union
Sarah Weiler - Warren
Heather Wilson - Fairfield
Rachel Wolfe - Lucas
Amanda Zehring - Greene

Updated April 11, 2011

Kathryn C. Pepple , Ph.D.

Extension 4-H Specialist, Youth Development