Alex J. Packer, PH.D author and educator who has wrote many books on manners says “The building blocks of good manners- respect, empathy, kindness and consideration- never change. But times do. And when times change, manners change. If youre going to keep your edge, youve got to stay on top of these changes.” The Family and Consumer Sciences Agent conducted a 6 week program on manners and etiquette at the Fulton County Elementary School. Forty-six third grade students participated in lessons whi...
I use applied research to address issues in the natural resources community, particularly in the field of ecosystem restoration as it applies to streams impacted by urban, agricultural, an... More
According to the U. S. Department of Commerce, STEM occupations are growing at 17%, while other occupations are growing at 9.8%. STEM degree holders have a higher income even in non-STEM careers. Scie... Read More
The life of the high school senior is full of “adult” decisions: selecting a college, picking a major, choosing a career path, and moving out! Although todays adolescents are technologically advanced ... Read More
Small Appliance WorkshopNew, trendy small appliances seem to be coming out on the market at a rapid rate. These are often marketed to consumers to save time, money and energy. These products are often... Read More
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 18.5% (or 13.7 million) of children and adolescents are obese. To address this problem, the Hickman County Cooperative Extension Service im... Read More