Extension
It Starts With Us
Engaging Youth in Science and Natural Resources
Enhancing Youth Development
Crystal Osborne, Paul Sizemore
Natural Resources 4-H Core Curriculum
Science, Engineering and Technology 4-H Core Curriculum
People, animals and plants are dependent on our Earth's natural resources. Everything from the air we breathe, to the water we drink, to the soil we use for food production - these resources are vital to our existence. Therefore, it's important that we care for and respect these resources. Understanding how our daily choices affect our environment, we can conserve natural resources and protect our environment for present and future generations.
Youth will learn scietific research techniques, responsible practices and innovative technologies that positively address science, engineering and technology issues in Kentucky and globally. Through the Land Grant University and Extension system, 4-H can expand its impact and extend its reach in science, engineering and technology (4-H SET) by providing opportunities for hands-on scientific learning and discovery in 4-H Clubs.
*Youth will utilize the scientific method to solve problems and make decisions in their daily life.
*Youth will engage in community projects related to natural resource conservation.
*Youth will use scientific techniques, responsible practices and innovative technologies that will positively sustain the natural resources in the home, community and world.
*Youth will use and apply the skills gained from 4-H science, engineering and technology.
*Youth will demonstrate and share new abilities in science, engineering and technology with others.
*Youth will practice scientific methods learned in 4-H SET programs.
*Teens will mentor younger 4-H'ers in science, engineering and technology programs.
*Youth will make decisions in their daily lives that positively impact natural resources.
*Youth will adopt practices to conserve and protect the environment in their home and community.
*Youth will use problem solving and logical reasoning skill and apply them to environmental issues.
*Youth will increase interest and engagement in 4-H science, engineering and technology.
*Youth learn new skills in 4-H science, engineering and technology programs.
*Youth will be introduced to careers in science, engineering and technology.
*Teens participate in science, engineering and technology 4-H programs to acquire new skills.
*Youth will develop an interest in environmental sciences and sustainable practices and technologies.
*Youth will gain knowledge of the interrelationship and interdependencies with an ecosystem.
*Youth will identify the natural resources that are used within their home and community.
Initial Outcome:
*Youth will develop an interest in natural resources and sustainable practices and technologies.
*Youth will increase interest and engagement in 4-H science, engineering and technology programs.
Indicator: Number of youth who increase their knowledge of natural resources and science, engineering and technology in daily life.
Method: surveys and observations
Timeline: FY 2018-2019
Intermediate Outcome:
*Youth will use, apply, demonstrate and practice skills learned in science, engineering and technology in daily life.
*Youth will adopt practices, problem solve and make decisions that positively impacts natural resources.
Indicator: Number of youth who demonstrate and practices skills learned in natural resources and science, engineering and technology.
Method: surveys and observations
Timeline: FY 2018-2019
Long-term Outcome:
*Youth will utilize the scientific method in decision making and to solve problems in their daily life.
*Youth will use scientific techniques, responsible practices and innovative technologies that will positively sustain the natural resources in the home, community and world.
Indicator: Number of youth who use their skills and engage in projects related to natural resource conservation
Method: Surveys and observations
Timeline: Ongoing
Audience: 4-H Youth
Project or Activity: 4-H NRESci Academy
Content or Curriculum: UK publications and 4-H Curriculum
Inputs: Uk Specialist, 4-H Agents, 4-H Curriculum, UK publications
Date: FY 2018-2019
Audience: 4-H Youth
Project or Activity: Science Discovery Series
Content or Curriculum: Science Discovery Series Curriculum
Inputs: 4-H Teachers, 4-H Agent
Date: FY 2018-2019
Audience: 4-H Youth
Project or Activity: 4-H Robotics
Content or Curriculum: Lego Mindstorm EV3 Robotics Kits
Inputs: 4-H Volunteers, 4-H Agent
Date: FY 2018-2019
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Author: Paul Sizemore
Major Program: Swine
With the increased numbers of clientele wanting to preserve their own food and to bring back heritage commodities, The Owsley County Cooperative Extension Service offered a Country Ham Curing class. Based on the high amount of questions and curiosity from adults, the agents joined to offer “curing country hams” workshops for adults and Youth. Over the last three years a total of 65 adults and 15 youth have participated in the workshops. Owsley County adults reminisced about their gra
Author: Jacob Brandenburg
Major Program: Agriculture 4-H Core Curriculum
Lee County 4-H partnered with Lee County FFA to write a $1000 dollar KVEC grant. The purpose of this grant was to conduct educational workshops around the importance of Honey Bees and other pollinators. Orval Bennet and CEA Jacob Brandenburg received this grant to purchase two bee hives and the equipment needed to maintain them. These two organization will partner in the fall and spring of the coming year to promote pollinator habitat and provide education on the importance of pollinators such a
