Twelve local youth have been named members of the 2026 Montgomery County Agricultural Fair’s Royal Court. They were selected based on; leadership, involvement in the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair (MCAF), 4-H and their communities and public speaking ability.
The 2025 Fair King and Queen, will continue their reign until this year’s Coronation on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 6 p.m. Coronation follows the annual Fair parade which begins at 5 p.m. at the Fairgrounds.
My name is Dominic Burris, and I am 13 years old. This fall, I will be a freshman at Quince Orchard High School and a member of the JV football team. I am actively involved in both the Rabbit Club and the Dairy Goat Club, where I currently serve as Vice President. Through my involvement in these clubs, I have made many new friends, learned valuable leadership and animal care skills, and gained confidence in showing and caring for my animals. I am grateful for the many opportunities and experiences that 4-H has provided.
One of my favorite parts of 4-H is attending 4-H Camp each summer. Camp has given me the chance to make lasting memories, meet new people, and participate in activities that have helped me grow both personally and as a leader. I look forward to another great summer at camp this year, and someday I hope to become a camp leader so I can help younger members enjoy the same positive experiences that I have had.
This year marks my third year in 4-H and my first year as a member of the Dairy Goat Club. I have enjoyed learning about goat care, management, and showing, and I am excited to continue expanding my knowledge and skills. Being involved in both clubs has introduced me to many people who share my interests and has encouraged me to try new things and challenge myself.
As I look ahead to the coming year, I am excited to continue learning, taking on new leadership opportunities, and improving with my animals. Most importantly, I look forward to spending time with my 4-H family, making new memories, and helping others along the way. I am thankful for everything 4-H has taught me and cannot wait to see what the future holds.
Cassidy Cessna is 16 years old and a rising junior at Poolesville high school. She has been involved in 4-H for eight years and has been exhibiting at the Montgomery County fair since she was six years old. Cassidy currently serves as the sheep vice president of the 4-H sheep and swine club and is also an active member of the 4-H beef club.
Her favorite parts of the fair are participating in the 4-H livestock shows for sheep, pigs, and beef cattle. She also loves enjoying all the yummy fair foods. Additionally, Cassidy enjoys baking cakes and entering them at the fair.
Outside of 4-H, Cassidy enjoys playing sports. She has been the captain of her school’s JV softball team for two years, where she plays shortstop. She also plays on the her school’s girls flag football team.
This is Cassidy’s first year being on the royal court. She is very excited about all the opportunities she will have to meet new people and share her passion for agriculture and livestock. She is looking forward to talking with fairgoers about how the Montgomery County fair and 4-H have helped her grow over the years. She can’t wait to take part in all the fun activities at the fair this year and make lots of memories.
Jenna Fellows is a 16-year-old rising junior at Walkersville High School and a third- generation dairy exhibitor at the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair. She began showing dairy cattle at just three years old and has developed a strong passion for the dairy industry through her involvement in 4-H and FFA.
Jenna serves as President of the Montgomery County Jersey Calf 4-H Club and is an active member of the Walkersville FFA Chapter. Her projects include dairy cattle, dairy handling, dairy judging, food science, horticulture, and floriculture.
One of Jenna’s favorite parts of the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair is the Birthing Center, where visitors have the opportunity to witness the birth of a dairy calf and learn about the dairy industry firsthand. This year, she is especially excited that three of her family’s bred-and-owned animals will be featured in the Birthing Center and looks forward to interacting with the public during those special moments.
Jenna is grateful for opportunities to expand her leadership skills, promote agriculture, and give back to her community through her involvement in the Fair and youth organizations.
Hello! My name is Brent Korzeniewski, and I’m 17 years old. I am a rising senior at Poolesville High School, and I have been a member of the Damascus Community 4-H club for 11 years. I served previously for a two year stint as the club treasurer, and am currently the club president.
At the fair, I enter home arts projects, such as sewing, quilting, and other crafts, as well as cooking; I usually end up entering around 50 separate projects most years! During fair week, I enjoy looking at the community’s artistic skill in the Home Arts building, and the dedication put in by exhibitors in the livestock barns. Outside of 4-H and the fair, I play on my school’s varsity History Bowl team, and perform with the Poolesville High School Midnight Players. I also serve as a leader in both Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the Montgomery County Student Career Advisory Program.
I am excited to serve on your 2026 Montgomery County Fair royal court, and can’t wait for the Best 9 Days of Summer!
Hello! My name is Amelia Martin and I am a rising sophomore at Winston Churchill High School. I have been a part of 4H for over 4 years, and this will be my second year on the Royal Court. At the fair I enjoy doing demonstrations at the Rabbit Barn, attending the Cake Auction, and walking the fair grounds during VIP day.
4H is a big part of my life and I love to be involved in many different aspects of it. This is my fourth year as a member of the Rabbit Club, where I have traveled to places like Indiana in order to compete in national Rabbit Judging competitions. I am the Vice President of the Montgomery County Teen Council, working on organizing events for 4H youth and community service projects. This summer I will be returning to 4H Camp Tawasentha for a seventh year as a Queen and teen leader.
In my free time, I play Ice Hockey for my school and for a club team. You can usually catch me at my community pool, lifeguarding and coaching young kids to swim. At school, I am a member of the No Place for Hate Club, an active member of the Mock Trial Team, and currently working to have my highschool recognized as an environmentally friendly “Green School.”
Through my experiences in 4H, IÂ have built strong friendships, gained impactful lifelong skills, and am constantly learning more about the world of agriculture. I can’t wait for another amazing summer at the Fair!
Hello, my name is Vincent McCurry. I am 18 years old and a freshman at Montgomery College majoring in Computer Gaming and Simulation. I am the president of the Teen Advisory Board at Aspen Hill Library, where I teach participants at Chess Club, plan events, and volunteer. I have been employed by the Department of Recreation for the past two years, working in afterschool programs and camps. This summer, I will be working in Therapeutic Recreation. I am also the president of my 4H club, Clarksburg Helping Hands, which is led by Dale Ryan. Last year, our booth and banner both won first place at the county fair. At the state fair, our booth won reserve champion and our banner won 7th place. Outside of 4H, I love hiking, swimming, game design, and playing handball with my friends. I am also passionate about public speaking.
I am deeply invested in the Royal Court and the fair because I want to contribute to the county’s culture and because I want to give back to 4H. 4H has allowed me to experience many different parts of the community and has immersed me in the fair’s culture and purpose. Being involved with 4H has been a key part of my life since I joined two years ago. It has been amazing to work with my fellow 4H members and to see what goes on behind the scenes at the fair. As a student, 4H has been an integral part of my learning experience. I am excited to participate in the varied experiences that the Royal Court will give me and to represent 4H and the fair for the people of the county. I’m looking forward to volunteering, speaking at events, helping with door prizes, and working with my fellow Royal Court members.
Hello! My name is Kayleigh Morris and I am a rising sophomore at Glenelg High School. I have been a part of 4-H for 7 years and have grown up around animals my whole life. When I was 8 years old I joined the Beef club and Meat Goat club. At age 12 I also joined the Poultry club to exhibit Turkeys and I have been the club’s Treasurer for the past 2 years. I have also been attending 4-H Camp Tawasentha for 7 years and will be a camp leader this year.
During the fair week, I love to exhibit my steers and goats in the show ring. Along with exhibiting animals, I also enter indoor items such as cakes, cookies, and crafts. My favorite cake recipe has to be an Angel Food Cake! Outside of 4-H, I am on the Dance Team and Pom Squad at my school. I have been dancing for 13 years and was on a competitive team for 7. Being on a competitive team has taught me many life lessons including teamwork, commitment, and to always stay humble.
Over the years I have also learned a lot from volunteering. I have been helping at the fair for as long as I can remember, starting at the Kids Zone with my mom. I am so excited to take my volunteering to the next level by participating in the 2026-2027 Royal Court!
Noah Morris is a High School Senior passionate about both Agriculture and Advocacy. He is known for wearing many hats, as the Recording Secretary of Clarksburg Helping Hands, a member of Montgomery County Teen Council, and the President of The Maryland 4-H State Council. He has just finished his time as Junior Brand Ambassador for Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences (MANRRS). However, He will continue to be involved in his State’s Agricultural programs as a Member of the University of Maryland State Extension Advisory Board, along with his status as a newly inducted Maryland 4-H All-Star.
Noah is also active in Advocacy. He has recently concluded his Arts and Social Justice Fellowship with Strathmore and Whooly Mammoth in late June. He also had the honor of being a Page for the Maryland General Assembly, as well as a legislative intern for Maryland Delegate Wims, and a Democracy Summer Fellow for Congressman April Mclain Delaney. As he ends his 12-year run in 4-H this fall, Noah will be attending American University as a School of International Service Madrid Scholar, where he hopes to advocate for Regenerative Agriculture and Food Sovereignty internationally.
Hello! My name is Clare Reed. I am 15 years old and a rising sophomore at Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart. This is my eighth year in 4-H as a member of the Poultry Club and Meat Goat Club, and this is my second year as Vice President of the Poultry Club. It is also my fifth year of attending the 4-H Camp Tawasentha and my third year of being a leader there.
During the fair you can find me showing my goats and turkeys, looking at everyone’s entries in the 4-H Building, enjoying fair food at the food trucks, or talking about 4-H at my Clubs’ booths. One of the less popular spots that is on my favorite’s list is the woodcarver’s area. I am always up to talking to people during the fair about 4-H and how much it has benefited my youth and social skills!
Outside of 4-H I love baking, participating in school and community theater, crocheting, tennis, and doing service. I am so excited for another eventful fair which includes showing my animals, entering baked goods and crafts, and serving on royal court for the first time! I am looking forward to working alongside my fellow royal court members and sharing my love of 4-H with this year’s fairgoers!
Lela Steele is a rising junior who has been in 4-H since she was 8 years old. She is currently the vice president for the 4-H Horse ‘N’ Around Club and Co-President of the 4-H Kids ‘N’ Dogs Club. She is the 2025 Montgomery County 4-H Animal Science Project Award recipient and the 2025 Horse and Pony Project Winner for Maryland 4-H. She competed at Nationals on the 2025 Maryland 4-H Horse Judging team.
Lela’s love of training and competing with horses and dogs has been encouraged and supported through her involvement with 4-H. She was the 2024 Maryland State 4-H Intermediate English Pleasure Horse Champion and the 2025 Montgomery County Fair Senior Hunter Champion. She was also the 2025 Senior High Point Rally Dog Division Champion at the Maryland State Fair. She competes with her dog in AKC events and received the Anne Rogers Clark Stipend to compete at the Poodle Club of America National Specialty in St. Louis, Missouri (2024 – 2026).
Along with animal science knowledge, Lela appreciates the opportunity to develop her leadership skills through 4-H. Not only has she held 4-H club leader roles, but she is also the secretary of the Montgomery County 4-H Teen Council and is a 2026 Maryland delegate to the National Leadership Conference at Camp Miniwanca.
Lela agrees that the Montgomery County Fair is definitely the 9 best days of summer! Besides showing horses and her dog, Lela enjoys the opportunity to exhibit her indoor entries and received the 2025 Grand Champion Senior Watercolor award. At her first fair, Lela talked to the public about her pony, starting her journey to overcome her fear of public speaking. Today, becoming a part of the Royal Court allows her to share even more about her love of Montgomery County and its agricultural offerings with the public.
My name is Krishen Weik, and I am a 15-year-old student at Wheaton High School. I am actively involved in 4-H, where I participate in sheep and rabbit projects and have developed a strong passion for agriculture and animal science.
As the Treasurer of the 4-H Sheep and Swine Club, I have gained valuable leadership, organization, and financial management skills while helping support club activities and events. Through my involvement in 4-H, I have learned the importance of responsibility, dedication, teamwork, and community service.
Working with my animals has taught me patience, commitment, and the rewards of hard work. I enjoy representing 4-H and sharing the positive impact that agriculture has on our communities.
Hi, my name is Abby Worth. I’m 19 years old and a sophomore at Montgomery College studying Exercise Science with an Advanced Personal Trainer Certification. 2026 is my 14th and final year in 4-H, and my 4th and final year on the Royal Court. I have been a Fair-goer, volunteer, and exhibitor at the Fair since before I could walk, and enjoy working at the 4-H building, the Big Cheese, and the Pre-Fair work days.
I recently led a group of teens to present to the U.S. Forest Service on increasing teen recreation in national forests as a Collegiate Facilitator at the 2026 National 4-H Conference.
Currently I serve on the National 4-H Clover Content Crew, the Maryland 4-H State Council, and the Damascus Community 4-H Club. In college, I serve on the Montgomery College Exercise Science Advisory Board and will serve on the Montgomery College Student Government Association for the 2026-2027 academic year.
In my free time, I enjoy practicing Kendo and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, playing the drums, collecting stamps and baking Gluten-free delights as well as cooking. 4-H has given me confidence, leadership experience, life-long friends and memories that I will pass down to the future leaders as well as cherish for the rest of my life. I can’t wait to serve as a role model to youth once more just like the Royal Court was for me growing up!
