Surry Extension Agents Billie Jean Elmer, 4-H, and Glenn Slade, ANR were recognized by extension administration and their peers at the recent Virginia Cooperative Extension Staff Development Conference. Elmer was named the statewide recipient of the award recognizing her efforts in program evaluation - "From Childhood to Graduation - How Do We Keep Youth Involved in 4-H?"

During the Staff Development Conference field and campus faculty showcased their work via 53 posters. Posters were grouped into five categories, one for each VCE program area, and one for all VCE specialists. Slade received 2nd Place in the Community Viability category: "Successful Land Use Planning Education Addressing Multiple Jurisdictions" with Neil Clark, Southeast District; Jonah Fogel, Northeast District; and Glenn Slade, Surry County.