Arkansas 4-H inducts three Hall of Fame members, honors Teen Stars
June 4, 2026
By Tracy Courage
University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
Fast Facts:
- Channing Ashworth of Washington County, Daley Rogers of Grant County, and Sulli Schaffer of Benton County inducted into 4-H Hall of Fame
- 55 youth from 23 counties named 4-H Teen Stars
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Photo of Hall of Fame Inductees
LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas 4-H Hall of Fame has three new members — Channing Ashworth of Washington County, Daley Rogers of Grant County, and Sulli Schaffer of Benton County — who were honored June 3 for their accomplishments, leadership and contributions to 4-H.
The awards were announced at the C.A. Vines Arkansas 4-H Center in Little Rock where 4-H members from across the state were gathered this week for the 4-H Teen Leaders Conference. During the recognition ceremony, 55 members were named Teen Stars for their project and leadership achievements.
Hall of Fame recipients
The three Hall of Fame inductees were among seven finalists for the award. Other finalists were Caitlin Cooper and Elizabeth Ferren, both of White County, Dawson Dooly of Columbia County, and Vallie Yancey of Madison County.
While there is no limit on the number of Hall of Fame inductees, having three in the same year is rare.
“This year's slate of applicants was truly outstanding and such a testament to the work county 4-H staff do every day to positively impact youth and their families,” said Debbie Nistler, head of 4-H and youth development for the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture.
Channing Ashworth
In Washington County, 4-H staff members call Channing Ashworth “the Cloverbud whisperer” for her passion for working with 4-H Cloverbuds – the youngest 4-H members, ages 5-8.
“Throughout her 4-H career, Channing has used her personal experiences and accomplishments to intentionally lift others up and create space where every individual feels valued, supported, and capable of success,” Washington County 4-H Agent Lauren Cheevers said. “She continually uses her leadership skills to mentor new and younger members in all aspects of 4-H program work.”
As a member of the state officer team, Ashworth, a member of 4-H for 12 years, helped coordinate the collection of supplies for a statewide 4-H service project benefiting foster children.
Channing also represented Arkansas 4-H at the National 4-H Conference, where she worked with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. She and other youth developed recommendations focused on youth connectedness and mental health, which they later presented to federal representatives.
“This experience emphasized the importance of youth voices and demonstrated how 4-H empowers young people to contribute to national conversations that create real change,” Cheevers said.
Daley Rogers
During her eight years in 4-H, Daley Rogers has succeeded in many project areas. She placed first nationally in poultry judging and fifth at the National 4-H Food Challenge. At the state level, she has excelled in impromptu speaking, civic engagement and leadership.
She founded the Grant County 4-H Cooks Club to compete in the 4-H Food Challenge.
“Daley is an amazing leader that has succeeded at every level,” Grant County Extension staff chair Brad McGinley said. “It's hard to quantify the impact Daley has had on the Grant County program. By becoming the first state officer from Grant County, she has led the way and inspired others to follow in her footsteps. Her impact will be felt for many years to come."
Sulli Schaffer
Schaffer has had a dairy goat project throughout her 13 years of 4-H involvement in Benton County. She has excelled at showmanship and now teaches showmanship to younger 4-H members. She was a member of the Family and Consumer Sciences Bowl team that earned a state championship and competed nationally.
On the national level, Schaffer worked with other youth to develop a free, a mental health therapy app designed to serve youth nationwide, including those in rural communities. The project culminated in a presentation to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, where she and her team addressed questions related to youth mental health and the role of 4-H.
“It is rare to see that kind of impact on the national level,” Benton County 4-H agent Jessica Street said. “Sulli demonstrates what is possible in 4-H. She is a great example of what it looks like to be dedicated to the complete journey that 4-H has to offer, and she encourages others to do the same.”
Teen Stars
The Teen Star recognition paves the way for younger 4-H members to move into higher positions of leadership as 4-H Ambassadors, who can then run for state officer positions.
To be a Teen Star, 4-H members must be at least 14 years old and show success in their project work. This year 55 Teen Stars were selected from 23 counties:
Arkansas County — Teegan Henry and Kathryne Smith
Benton County — Chloe Blocker, Adilyn Burcher, Kate Campbell, Hattie DeVorak, Trinity Jacks, Madilyn
Luedecke, Lanie Newsom, Zoe Pavlovich, Jasper Schaffer, Liam Swarengin, Cullen Eberhard
and Weston Evans
Conway County — Rose Fougerousse
Drew County — Jesika Henson
Faulkner County — Kaitlyn Edwards, Bella Rose Heath, Colt Jones and Ahvielle Wilson
Franklin County — Kayla Stengel
Garland County — Kruz Ho, Gracey Hunter and Reese Winston
Hot Spring County — Evan Cloud and Payton Overturf
Independence County — David Burney, Katelynn Roberts and Holly Stout
Logan County — MaeLee Brown and Alyssa Mills
Lonoke County — Payeton Bagley
Madison County — Ryan Emitt
Marion County — Isaiah Parttridge and Rebekah Rozeboom
Monroe County — Charlotte Rose Lackey
Pike County — Cale Humphry, Hadlee Wilson and Joelee Wilson
Polk County — Layla Grace Horton and Ryan Walston
Pope County — Shannon Bateman, Anthony Darter and Abby Samuels
Pulaski County — Sean Ezekiel Breshears
Randolph County — Grant Colvin and Remi Hackworth
Saline County — Ada Huchingson
Sebastian County — Harper Sanders
Sevier County — Leighton Frachiseur, Haylee Hernandez, Remington Hopper and Landen Wise
Washington County — Riley Campbell and Claire Stokes
Arkansas 4-H is the youth development program conducted by the Cooperative Extension Service, part of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. It offers programs for youth ages 5-19 in every county in Arkansas.
To learn about Arkansas 4-H, contact your local Cooperative Extension Service agent or visit Arkansas 4-H online at http://uaex.uada.edu/4h-youth/.
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Media Contact: Tracy Courage
Director of Communications-Extension
U of A System Division of Agriculture
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