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\"Tioga<\/a>

Marta Lengyel.<\/p><\/div>\n

It\u2019s no secret that today\u2019s youth feel pressure. Pressure to excel in school, go to college, get a job, etc. How they constructively deal with those pressures is a true testament to their character. Take Owego native Marta Lengyel for example.<\/p>\n

Lengyel, 17, credits her enrollment in 4-H, the nation\u2019s largest youth organization, to helping her overcome challenges and helping build confidence along the way. The life skills taught through 4-H helped Marta learn to work with others, overcome obstacles and complete jobs once she started them.<\/p>\n

Lengyel took advantage of the breadth of programs 4-H offers, from science and agriculture to business and creative arts.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy mother was a big proponent of 4-H and that helped me join when I was eight,\u201d says Lengyel. \u201cI started out showing horses and market lambs, but also participated in dog competitions, history programs and marksmanship.\u201d<\/p>\n

Lengyel has progressed so much in marksmanship that she is now a certified junior instructor, helping teach younger members of the rifle team.<\/p>\n

America needs more true leaders focused on today\u2019s challenges, as well as the issues of tomorrow. A recent survey by National 4-H Council found that 71 percent of today\u2019s youth view leadership as something they can practice and work at to be a good leader. But \u2013 those same youth need supportive adults to help them along the way.<\/p>\n

4-H brings a community together to grow true leaders \u2013 helping build confidence, teamwork, curiosity and resilience.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe enthusiasm and passion for teaching and mentoring is something I love about my club\u2019s leaders,\u201d says Lengyel. \u201cTheir commitment has really kept me involved over the years.\u201d<\/p>\n

Any child can grow with 4-H, an organization that has something for every interest. But, 4-H is always looking for adult volunteers and funding to help expand their reach and empower young people through doing. To find out more about helping 4-H in your area, contact Cornell Cooperative Extension at (607) 687-4020 or visit 4H.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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