The University of Illinois Extension Bureau, LaSalle and Marshall-Putnam 4-H honor the seniors of 2020.  This week we highlight Cassie Johnson.

Cassandra (Cassie) Johnson is a member of the PC Progressors, M-P Federation (officer), Marshall-Putnam 4-H Ambassador, Tech Changemakers, and over her 4-H career participated in Shooting sports, Sooo 4-H Sewing SPIN club, and Teen Teachers.

Her favorite project is usually a project in visual arts. “I like to express my creative side. I really like creating my clay/ceramics projects.”

While in 4-H, Cassie learned how to be speak up and take charge. She learned about leadership, community service and she said, “4-H has made her into who she is today”.

Cassie said, “It’s hard to pick a favorite memory, but I loved spending time with my club at our fun night and countless events during fair week.”

Cassie’s advice to younger 4-H’er is, “don't be afraid to try new things, you may just find something you love”.

Cassie plans on going to IVCC and transferring to a 4-year college and major in graphic design.

When asked if she had anyone she would like to thank, she replied, “I would like to thank my parents, Tonni Wink, Margy Mattern, Anne Scheel and so many others who has helped me in any way.”

If you have questions or if you would like information about joining 4-H, email Anne Scheel at       amscheel@illinois.edu for Marshall-Putnam, Danielle Gapinski des85@illinois.edu for Bureau County or Toni Pienta at fusinatt@illinois.edu for LaSalle County, or please call University of Illinois Extension – Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam Unit at 815-224-0889.  4-H is the Youth Development Program of University of Illinois Extension.

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If you have questions or need more information please call University of Illinois Extension – Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam Unit at 815-224-0889.  Extension offices are located in Princeton, Ottawa, Henry and in Oglesby on the IVCC campus.