Orange County 4-H Junior Leaders open enrollment for 2025–2026 program year

PAOLI — Orange County 4-H is inviting local youth in grades 6–12 to join the 4-H Junior Leaders program for the 2025–2026 year, offering students a chance to gain leadership experience, build life skills, and participate in community service throughout the county.

Junior Leaders is open to any current or future 4-H member in grades 6–12. Youth interested in joining are encouraged to enroll or reenroll through 4HOnline and select “Orange County Jr. Leaders” as their primary or secondary club to ensure they receive program updates and meeting reminders.

Monthly meetings are typically held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Orange County Fairgrounds Block Building. The first meeting of the new year will take place Monday, January 13 at 6 p.m. at the 4-H Block Building, located at 1079 N County Road 125 W in Paoli. January’s activity will feature a “Build Your Own Sandwich” night. The following meeting is scheduled for February 10 at 6 p.m.

Participants in the Junior Leaders program take part in service projects, develop leadership skills, provide input on county-level 4-H activities, and enjoy social opportunities with peers from across Orange County.

Families with questions or those needing accommodations may contact the Purdue Extension–Orange County office at 812-723-7107 or email vportill@purdue.edu. Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access affirmative action institution.