Success Stories By MajorProgram FY2025Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
Daviess Co. Extension Garden Growing Plants and Expanding Horizons
Author: Sharayha Clingenpeel
Major Program: Substance Use Recovery – 4-H Youth Development
In 2021, 17,466 Kentuckians aged 12 and older were admitted to drug and alcohol substance use centers, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). According to the 2023 Extension Community Assessment, Daviess County residents identified support for substance use addiction prevention/recovery as one of the top 15 priority issues.Daviess Co. 4-H Agent and Daviess Co. NEP Assistant partnered with Yellow Banks Recovery during June and July to teach both garde
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Say No to Tobacco
Author: Ryan Spicer
Major Program: Substance Use Recovery – 4-H Youth Development
Describe the Issue or Situation.According to the CDC, If cigarette smoking continues at the current rate among youth in this country, 5.6 million of today’s Americans younger than 18 will die early from a smoking-related illness. That’s about 1 of every 13 Americans aged 17 years or younger who are alive today. To combat this issue in Breathitt County the 4-H agent for 4-H Youth development designed an educational program to deliver information to youth about the different types of t
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STOP- Students Targeting Outside Pressure
Author: Julia Wilson
Major Program: Substance Use Recovery – 4-H Youth Development
Peer pressure and juvenile crime are growing concerns within our community, particularly among middle school students. Many young people face difficult choices that can lead to negative consequences, including criminal activity, bullying, and substance use. Educators and community leaders recognized the need for early intervention to equip students with decision-making skills and resilience against peer pressure. Addressing this issue was a priority to foster a safer school environment and promo
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Addressing Substance Abuse Through Community Collaboration in Hickman County
Author: Melissa Goodman
Major Program: Substance Use Recovery – 4-H Youth Development
Addressing Substance Abuse Through Community Collaboration in Hickman CountyAccording to the 2022 Hickman County Community Needs Assessment conducted by the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, substance abuse prevention and intervention ranks as one of the most urgent community priorities. This pressing issue touches nearly every aspect of community life—from family stability to workforce readiness and public safety. These issues are affecting families and the overall wel
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Truth and Consequences
Author: Amanda Potter
Major Program: Substance Use Recovery – 4-H Youth Development
In a remarkable effort to address substance abuse and promote healthy choices among youth, Rowan County Cooperative Extension recently hosted the Truth and Consequences program at the Rowan County Judicial Center. This impactful event was a collaborative initiative involving St. Claire Regional Medical Center, Rowan County Senior High School, and ten dedicated community partners.The program engaged 41 high school students in a series of interactive activities designed to educate them about the c
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Vaping Education Program with Local Middle School
Author: Sharayha Clingenpeel
Major Program: Substance Use Recovery – 4-H Youth Development
Four local schools are a part of the Prichard Committee Community Schools Initiative. “Through trusting relationships and well-coordinated supports, community schools ensure that students receive the health, social service, and learning opportunities they need to be successful.” (https://prichardcommittee.org/community-schools-initiative/). Each school uses state and community needs assessment to determine where the gaps are within their school and community. The schools are then tas
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