Preparing youth for life through hands-on experiences.
Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual—but this club gets pretty close!
The 4-H FCS Club helps youth build the confidence and skills they’ll use for the rest of their lives. Through fun, hands-on activities, members learn practical skills while making friends and discovering new interests.
Whether we’re baking from scratch, designing creative projects, learning to sew, managing money, preparing for emergencies, or serving our community, every meeting helps youth become more independent and ready for whatever comes next.
Members will explore:
- 🍳 Cooking & Baking
- 🧵 Sewing & Textiles
- 🏠 Home & Apartment Skills
- 💰 Money Management
- 🥗 Healthy Living
- 🧰 DIY & Home Maintenance
- ❤️ First Aid & Emergency Preparedness
- 🌱 Leadership & Community Service
- 🎨 Creativity & Design
- 🤝 Teamwork & Communication
Why Join?
Members will:
- Learn real-world skills they can use every day.
- Gain confidence through hands-on experiences.
- Make new friends.
- Develop leadership and teamwork skills.
- Explore careers related to food, design, education, health, and more.
- Have fun while learning something new every month.
Who Can Join?
Youth in grades 4–12 who enjoy learning by doing are welcome! No previous experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to try something new.
Typical Club Activities
Every meeting is different! Past and future projects may include:
- Homemade pizza and bread
- Cookie decorating
- Beginning sewing projects
- Tie blankets
- Budget challenges
- Grocery shopping games
- Emergency preparedness kits
- Home decorating
- Kitchen challenges
- Escape rooms
- Holiday workshops
- Community service projects
- Guest speakers
- Field trips
Join the Adventure!
Life skills are some of the most valuable skills a young person can learn. Come discover new talents, make lasting friendships, and become Real Life Ready with Sevier County 4-H!
2026-2027 Meeting Schedule – All meetings take place 5:00-6:00 p.m. at the UT Extension Office located at 752 Old Knoxville Highway (unless otherwise noted).
- August 12th – Kick-Off Party (LazerPort Fun Center)
- September 9th – Club Tea Party
- October 14th – Upcycled Halloween Costumes
- November 18th – Friendsgiving
- December 9th – Secret Santa
- January 13th – Five Oaks Tanger Outlet Mall
- February 10th – Kindness Project
- February 16th – Club Craft Day
Please note that if Sevier County Schools are canceled due to inclement weather, any 4-H event, club meeting, or workshop scheduled for that day is also canceled.
FCS Skill-A-Thon – Put Your Skills to the Test!
Are you ready to challenge your knowledge of Family and Consumer Sciences? The 4-H FCS Skill-A-Thon is a fun and competitive way to explore real-world skills in areas like:
Cooking & Food Safety
Sewing & Clothing
Interior Design
Problem Solving Scenarios
Participants will identify tools, techniques, and materials, and work as a team to solve FCS-related challenges.
👥 Who Can Join:
Open to all 6th–12th-grade 4-H members.
💲 Cost:
There is a $20 fee to join, which covers study materials and a team shirt.
📅 Practices Begin:
Spring 2026 — with the goal of preparing for the Eastern Region 4-H FCS Skill-A-Thon Contest in July.
📣 2024 Results:
Check out how our Junior, Junior High, and Senior High teams did in the 2024 Eastern Region FCS Skill-A-Thon
🔗 More Info:
Visit the Eastern Region 4-H Website for judging team details: Eastern Region Website.
Practices will begin in Spring 2026.
Please note that if Sevier County Schools are canceled due to inclement weather, any 4-H event, club meeting, or workshop scheduled for that day is also canceled.
2025-2026 Enrollment Information
All members must complete an enrollment form to participate in 4-H programs.
For more information, contact Mrs. Sami or Miss Kaysie at 865-453-3695.