Alva Review-Courier -

There was a S.U.R.G.E. of energy on the Oklahoma State University campus recently as a group of dedicated 4-H parents and volunteers gathered for the annual 4-H Parent/Volunteer Conference.

The theme for this year's meeting was S.U.R.G.E., which stands for strengthen, unite, recruit, grow and empower, which all are important aspects of being a volunteer. The conference objective was to provide a S.U.R.G.E. of energy and forward movement of incorporating science, technology, engineering, art and math in 4-H project work.

"During this conference, our volunteers gained hands-on knowledge and the...