Success Stories By MajorProgram FY2025Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
4-H Middle School Health with former 4-H member
Author: Diane Kelley
Major Program: Health & Wellbeing
The U.K., Cooperative Extension Service and a former Kenton County 4-H member who is a current middle school teacher planned and executed educational programs for middle school health students in Kenton County. The Kenton County Extension Council, the 4-H Council, and the 2023 Expansion and Review committee surveys identified health among youth as an important life skill and the 4-H program should continue to provide educational opportunities. The U.K. CES 4-H agent (Kelley) cooperat
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F.I.E.S.T.A. Back to School Event
Author: Laila El-Amin
Major Program: Health & Wellbeing
Describe the Issue or Situation.There are families in Northern Kentucky who need assistance with getting school supplies for their children. On Saturday, August 11, 2024, a back to school event was held by the F.I.E.S.T.A. (Family, Inclusion, Education, Society, Tradition, and Access) organization at the Boone County Enrichment Center. They gave away backpacks and partnered with local organizations to give away school supplies to Northern Kentucky Hispanic families to help children succeed. In a
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Health Rocks
Author: Catherine Webster
Major Program: Health & Wellbeing
For many years Extension leaders in Simpson Co. have identified drug education & prevention as a top priority for Extension to address. The Simpson Co. 4-H agent taught Health Rocks to the 6th grade at FSMS for six years. 4-H Health Rocks is a curriculum designed to reduce tobacco, alcohol, and drug use among youth ages 8 to 14. In 2023 the agent and the middle school piloted using three 4-H teens to teach the program. This was a progressive experience and leadership opportunity for the teen
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Progressive Ag Youth Safety Day
Author: Stacey Potts
Major Program: Health & Wellbeing
Unintentional injury, while declining, remains the leading cause of death among children ages 19 and under. (Source: Safekids.org) To raise awareness and demonstrate techniques children can use to prevent unintentional injury, the Daviess County Cooperative Extension Service applied for and received a grant from the Progressive Agriculture Foundation to host a Progressive Agriculture Youth Safety Day. The grant provided access to training, along with educational and planning ma
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Kentucky Radon Program: Christian County Extension Office Success Story
Author: Kelly Jackson
Major Program: Health & Wellbeing
The Christian County Extension Office began partnering with the University of Kentucky College of Nursing and Pennyrile Area Development District to increase community participation in radon testing and saw a 380% increase for the county over a three-month period. This success demonstrates the critical role of local partnerships in raising awareness and addressing public health concerns related to radon exposure. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas and the second leading cause of
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Kentucky 4-H Poultry Program BBQ Chicken Camp
Author: Rhonda Jewell
Major Program: Health & Wellbeing
Kentucky 4-H Poultry Program BBQ Chicken CampThis summer, Kentucky 4-H Poultry Program partnered with 4-H programs from Caldwell, Crittenden, Livingston and Lyon counties to host a highly successful BBQ Chicken Camp. Aimed at empowering youth with essential cooking skills, the camp attracted 16 young participants who gained hands-on experience in grilling and food safety.According to a study published in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, developing cooking skills early
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4-H Health Science Career Exploration Club
Author: Dora Centers
Major Program: Health & Wellbeing
In our rural community employment opportunities tend to be limited but one area our region has a high demand for is the healthcare industry. During the fall of 2024-25 program year the 4-H Health Science Club was established. The fall activity included a day with UK Physical Therapy collaborating with the UK Engineering Department the 4-Her’s created adaptions for toys for children with disabilities. In addition to club meetings and speakers in the field within the
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Fleming County Extension Heart Health Wellness Event
Author: Kaitlyn Fryman
Major Program: Health & Wellbeing
Describe the Issue or Situation:Heart disease remains a leading cause of death in Kentucky, with rural communities facing significant challenges related to hypertension, poor dietary habits, and limited access to preventative care. Fleming County Extension recognized the need for increased community education and outreach around heart health, especially during American Heart Month.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable):The Fleming County Family and Co
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Tapping Into Health: How Maple Syrup Education Supports Healthier Food Choices and Agricultural Literacy in Children
Author: Lori Clark
Major Program: Health & Wellbeing
Tapping Into Health: How Maple Syrup Education Supports Healthier Food Choices and Agricultural Literacy in ChildrenKentucky consistently ranks among the states with the highest rates of childhood obesity and diet-related illness. According to the Kentucky Department for Public Health, approximately 37% of children aged 10–17 are considered overweight or obese. In addition, a 2020 survey by GENYOUth found that only 21% of American teens felt very knowledgeable about where their food comes
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Healthy Food Choices
Author: Christina Hogue
Major Program: Health & Wellbeing
One problem facing our youth is obesity. Healthy eating habits are not always followed. To try to encourage healthy choices, Monroe County 4-H has partnered with Tompkinsville Elementary School’s Club (afterschool program). Many aspects of healthy living and healthy choices are covered, but activities relating to making the best food choices are the most popular among the youth. On March 19, 2025, a 4-H Teen ambassador and I visited TES with the activity Healthy Fo
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24-25 Casey Health Ambassador Program
Author: Meagan Klee
Major Program: Health & Wellbeing
Describe the Issue or Situation.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable).Provide the Number and Description(s) of Participants/Target Audience.Provide a Statement of Outcomes or Program Impact. Please note that the outcomes statement must use evaluation data to describe the change(s) that occurred in individuals, groups, families, businesses, or in the community because of the program/outreach.
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