Youth as Successful CitizensPlan of Work

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Title:
Youth as Successful Citizens
MAP:
Lifeskill Development Empower Youth
Agents Involved:
Janeen Tramble
MAJOR PROGRAM 1:
4-H Youth Development Programming
MAJOR PROGRAM 2:
Communications and Expressive Arts 4-H Core Curriculum
MAJOR PROGRAM 3:
Family and Consumer Sciences 4-H Core Curriculum
MAJOR PROGRAM 4:
Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum
Situation:
4-H Youth Development is part of Kentucky Cooperative Extension. Extension’s mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of Kentucky citizens through non-formal education for the entire family. 4-H is a youth organization committed to building outstanding leaders with marketable skills to succeed in today’s global society. 4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults.
According to 2014 population estimates (census.gov) 22% of Trigg residents are under 18 years of age. The graduation rate in Trigg County is 79%, much lower than Kentucky’s graduation rate of 88.0 %. As of 2014, only 34% of Trigg County students are college or career ready.4-H youth development programs develop “soft skills” which employers desire such as communications skills, teamwork, collaboration, problem solving and conflict resolutions. Research also shows us developing a strong sense of personal identity, responsibility, caring, compassion, and tolerance are essential first steps toward being engaged at the community level (National 4-H Council, 2014
Long-Term Outcomes:
Youth will contribute to self, family, community and to the institutions of our society.
Youth will have reduced risky behavior now and in the future.
4-H alumni will be successful in a global society.
4-H youth will successfully enter the workplace and/or institution of higher

Intermediate Outcomes:
Youth will use scientific decision making techniques to make decisions on a daily basis.
Youth will express themselves to others in group settings and on an individual bases.
Youth have a positive bond with a caring adult who believe in their success.
Youth apply the skills learned in 4-H in other activities at home, school and in the community.
Youth set and achieve goals through a 4-H program
Initial Outcomes:
Youth will gain knowledge and skills in the decision-making process.
Youth learn skills need to communicate with others.
Adult mentors will understand elements of positive youth development.
Youth learn and develop life skills though 4-H.
Youth learn steps in goal setting and developing a plan of action.
Evaluation:

Outcome: Increase job readiness skills, improved marketing 

Indicator: Effective completion of applications

Method: Applications for 4-H, teen leaders, scholarships

Timeline: Year around


Outcome: Practice skills that can be used in the workplace

Indicator: quality completion of projects and skills learned

Indicator: setting and achieving goals

Method: testimonials or members, parents, and leaders

Timeline: Year around


Outcome: Develop skills that contribute to becoming a productive citizen

Indicator: Ability to collaborate and work together as a team

Indicator: Ability to follow guidance of leaders/employers

Method: Surveys, interviews with youth, parents and volunteers

Timeline: year around


Outcome: Increase knowledge of career opportunities

Indicator: ability to recognize career requirements

Method: Project clubs

Timeline: Year around

Method: Reality Store

Timeline: Spring 2018


Outcome: Increase knowledge of money management

Indicator: ability to make wise choices

Method: Reality Store

Timeline: February 2018


Learning Opportunities:

Audience: Club members

Project or Activity: school, community and project clubs

Content or Curriculum: 7 core curriculum areas

Inputs: agents, volunteers, teachers, teens

Date: Year around


Audience: Youth

Project or Activity: Applications/interviews

Content or Curriculum: world of work

Inputs: agents, volunteers, teachers, teens

Date: Year around


Audience: Club Members

Project or Activity: Vet science, Ham project, other animal science projects

Content or Curriculum: National & Kentucky project books

Inputs: agents, volunteers

Date: Year around


Audience: Club Members, volunteers

Project or Activity: shooting sports

Content or Curriculum: KY 4-H shooting sports guidelines

Inputs: certified volunteers, agents, parents

Date: year round





Success Stories

Sewing skill learned and enhamced

Author: Nola Janeen Tramble

Major Program: Family and Consumer Sciences 4-H Core Curriculum

Sewing skill learned and enhamced

Situation: According to a study by Pamela Norum a professor in the Department of Textiles and Apparel Management at the University of Missouri, sewing skills have gradually decreased with each generation after the Baby Boomers.  A Trigg county volunteer who enjoys sewing and teaching made an effort to reverses that trend this summer. Target Audience…youth ages 7 to 19  Educational ResponseA series of sewing day camps this summer.  The newly recruited sewing leaders goal was

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Horse Club starting strong

Author: Nola Janeen Tramble

Major Program: Agriculture 4-H Core Curriculum

Situation: In a county where horses are used for pleasure and work, there has been a demand for a 4-H horse club.  Thankfully 2 volunteers stepped up and became certified horse leader this fall.  Target Audience:  youth ages 9 to 19  Educational Response: Because of the need for a 4-H horse club, 2 volunteers attended the horse leader certification this fall. One of the volunteers is a special needs young man.  A former 4-H member, he has a heart to give back to the orga

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Youth Leaders prepare for success

Author: Nola Janeen Tramble

Major Program: Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum

Youth Leaders prepare for success

Many communities struggle with young adults leaving the community to pursue “Bigger and Better Things.” In an effort to reverse this trend and encourage outstanding young people to serve their community, Trigg County Youth Leadership was developed. The program targets High school Junior and Seniors. The youth leadership program is a collaboration of the Trigg County High School, Trigg County chamber of commerce, local business and many community organization. The Trigg County 4-H age

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Challenging developmental disabled youth

Author: Nola Janeen Tramble

Major Program: Agriculture 4-H Core Curriculum

Challenging developmental disabled youth

Cooperative extension programs are to serve all Kentuckians.  However, there isn’t a lot of opportunity for students with developmental disabilities. A Trigg County volunteer changed that. After coming to the Trigg county 4-H agent with his idea for the Challenge Me Club, we met with the Trigg County high school special education teacher to plan a weeklong program.  The goal of the program was for the developmentally disables students (Buddies) to explore, reflect and apply learn

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