Seminole County 4-H members Chloe Hill, Schuyler Hill, and Autumn Yott recently represented the Konawa 4-H Club at the prestigious 4-H Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) National Championship and Conference in San Antonio, Texas. The trio spent four exciting days competing in the FCS Skillathon competition, where they showcased their knowledge and skills in areas of nutrition, health, personal finance, child development, and more.

The competition, which challenges participants to demonstrate proficiency in a variety of FCS-related disciplines, is designed to assess the contestants’ abilities through a series of hands-on stations. Each station focuses on different aspects of family and consumer sciences, ranging from identifying nutrition labels to demonstrating practical skills for budgeting and managing household tasks. The event serves as both a competition and a learning experience, providing participants the chance to grow in the field of family and consumer sciences.

In an outstanding display of talent and teamwork, Chloe Hill, Schuyler Hill, and Autumn Yott not only represented their club but excelled on the national stage. Chloe Hill earned an impressive 3rd place in the individual competition, showcasing her depth of knowledge and quick thinking across the various skill areas. The team as a whole also earned recognition, placing 4th overall in the competition, a remarkable achievement for this group of dedicated young leaders.

The FCS Skillathon competition is known for its rigorous format, requiring participants to solve real-life problems and answer complex questions under time pressure. According to the competition guidelines, participants engage in activities such as identifying food samples, solving scenarios related to financial planning, and assessing child development principles. Points are awarded based on the accuracy and speed of each response, as well as the team’s overall performance across all categories.

The 4-H FCS Skillathon competition not only hones essential life skills but also embodies the core values of the 4-H program, which is centered around the motto “To Make the Best Better.” Through activities like this competition, 4-H empowers young people to develop problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork skills—key components for success in adulthood. By participating in programs that encourage personal growth and responsibility, youth gain valuable experiences that help prepare them for the challenges and opportunities they will face in their futures.

The accomplishments of Chloe Hill, Schuyler Hill, and Autumn Yott highlight the strong tradition of 4-H in Seminole County and demonstrate the importance of youth development programs in preparing young people for success. As the Konawa 4-H Club members return home to Oklahoma, they carry with them a sense of pride and achievement that will inspire others in their community. Their success at the national level is a powerful reminder of how dedication, teamwork, and a commitment to learning can lead to extraordinary accomplishments.