Helotes 4H UNL

We see some familiar faces!

Consumer Decision Making is a 4‑H competitive event that teaches youth how to be smart, informed consumers. Participants evaluate groups of similar products (called “classes”) based on a real‑life buying situation, rank them from best to worst, and make decisions using facts such as price, quality, and usefulness.

The contest focuses on developing skills in critical thinking, comparison, financial literacy, and decision-making, helping youth learn how to make confident, fact‑based purchasing decisions they can apply in everyday life.

On behalf of AgriLife Bexar County, we want to congratulate 2 of our 4-H Volunteers Gary & Madelyn Schott! Both have dedicated over 35 years to empowering 4-H youth and strengthening their Helotes community. Their incredible service was honored with the **2026 Texas 4-H Salute to Excellence Leader Legacy Award**, and they’ll be recognized at the state level during Texas 4-H Roundup. Gary & Madelyn, thank you for all that you've done!