Clinton County CES

Title:

Developing Leadership, Life Skills and Social Responsibility

MAP:

Positive LIfe Style Choices

Agents Involved:

Junior Cecil

MAJOR PROGRAM 1:

4-H Youth Development Programming

MAJOR PROGRAM 2:

Communications and Expressive Arts 4-H Core Curriculum

MAJOR PROGRAM 3:

Science, Engineering and Technology 4-H Core Curriculum

MAJOR PROGRAM 4:

Natural Resources 4-H Core Curriculum

Situation:

Extension is committed to engaging, educating and empowering the youth of Clinton County to make responsible decisions in their life. Through partnerships between 4-H Youth Development and the Clinton County School System and other community originations, it has been identified that there is a continued need for our partnerships to provide quality educational programming to students in grades 4-12 in Clinton County. 4-H programming provides leadership opportunities, the ability to communicate in a positive manner, to learn by doing and teaches 4-Hers that being safe is a necessity for positive youth development. The Clinton County 4-H Council feels that is necessary to focus on these areas and by doing so will engage the youth of Clinton County in positive youth development and positive lifestyle choices.

Long-Term Outcomes:

Through positive 4-H youth development programming in Clinton County youth will have a positive experience that will improve their leadership, citizenship and ability to become a confident contributing member of their community. Youth will have the opportunity to gain independence and practice social skills such as communication and team work. They will commit to continued lifelong personal development and have positive interactions with adult role models. Youth will learn to be organized which will assist them in their personal lives as well as their professional lives. Through these experiences and interactions youth will become knowledgeable citizens in their communities by being able to contribute to their school, be active in their community and a productive member of society. They will feel comfortable and even desire to take on leadership roles in their community. Youth in Clinton County will be influenced to make healthy lifestyle choices and become productive citizens.

Intermediate Outcomes:

Through positive 4-H experiences youth will begin to have more self confidence in their personal skills and abilities. Youth will become more informed by the world around them and develop a sense of pride in their community and use practical living skills to make effective decisions. Youth will speak in public and will communicate and listen to more effectively with peers and adults. They will work on 4-H projects that will allow them to work towards goals and experience the process of planning. They will learn Parliamentary Procedure, to identify community service opportunities and practice their leadership skills. They will be able to utilize their creativity and improve on goal setting and decision making skills.

Initial Outcomes:

Through developing leadership, how to communicate more effectively and working well with others, 4-H participants will learn more about the core curriculum areas of Science, Engineering and Technology, Animal Science, Communications, Health, Family and Consumer Sciences, Leadership and Natural Resources. Youth will be able to expand their interests and abilities through projects and experience’s in the areas. They will be introduced to decision making skills, how to think independently and how to be courteous to others. They will have the opportunity to complete projects, thus gaining a sense of accomplishment, pride, valuable life lessons and communication skills. Youth will be able to gain new interests and have positive social interaction with both other youth and adults. They will begin the process of problem-solving, decision making, display positive attitude and show enthusiasm for their 4-H program.

Evaluation:

Long term outcomes: Youth will use their improved leadership skills, citizenship and life skills to become productive citizens and serve as role models for their peers, parents and their community.
Indicator: Youth will demonstrate knowledge, service and compassion in various areas as they become involved in social and civic organizations.
Method: Increased community and 4-H involvement, participant recruitment, surveys, personal observation, interviews, focus groups, level of 4-H involvement, achievement awards.
Time lime: Annually 2016-2020
Intermediate outcomes:
Youth will be more comfortable in public settings and communicating with adults. Youth will have increased confidence and knowledge.
Indicator: Youth continue to stay involved in 4-H projects and seek additional projects to continue to build skills. Youth will participate in 4-H contests and broaden their interest’s areas. Youth will step into leadership roles in their 4-H program, school and community.
Method: Personal observations, project completion, increased community involvement, increased participation and involvement in 4-H, Leaders and education feedback.
Time Line: Annually 2016-2020
Initial Outcome: Youth will complete 4-H projects, attend 4-H events and become involved in community programs and actively participate in 4-H programming.
Indicator: Youth will join an in-school or after school club and take on an active role in activities, youth will complete 4-H projects and speeches thus demonstrating interest in 4-H programs.
Method: Increased participation and involvement, inviting other youth to participate, personal observation, interviews, surveys and input form adults.
Time Line: Annually 2016-2020

Learning Opportunities:

Audience:  4-H school clubs grade 4-12

Projects or Activities:  Snap Circuits, club officer elections, club volunteering and community service, Natural resource education, speech and demonstrations and Rockets

Content or Curriculum:  4-H communications, Parliamentary procedure, character education and step up to leadership

Inputs:  4-H volunteers, Clinton County Board of Education, teachers, Family Resource and Youth Service Centers.

Date: Monthly 2017-2018

Audience:  4-H camp participant

Project or Activities:  camp, camp orientation and counselor orientation

Content or Curriculum:  UK Training and orientation material and bullying training from UK and national 4-H environmental projects

Inputs: Multicounty Extension Services, adult and teen volunteers and camp staff

Date: Once a year, Summer 2017-2020

Audience:  4-H teens, grades 7-12

Project or Activities: 4-H teen council

Content or Curriculum:  Leadership, team building and community service

Inputs:  Efforts of 4-H agent, staff assistant and other Extension staff, 4-H state staff, volunteers, 4-H council members, school administration, district board members and others.  Promotion through website, newspaper, local business, etc…  4-H curriculum, supplies, equipment and facilities, such as, local schools, the Clinton County Extension Office and other support, inputs and resources needed.

Date:  Annually, 2017-2020

Audience:  4-H teens, 8^th graders

Project or Activities:  4-H Reality Store

Content or Curriculum:  Leadership development, financial awareness and education

Inputs:  Efforts of 4-H agent, staff assistant, other extension staff, 4-H state staff, volunteers, 4-H council members, 4-H teen council members, school administration, district board members and other volunteers.  Promotion through website, newspaper, radio, newsletters and local business, etc.  4-H curriculum, supplies, equipment and facilities such as local schools, Clinton County Extension Office, other supports, inputs and resources as needed.

Date:  Annually, spring 2017-2020

Audience: 4-H youth age 9-19            

Project or Activities:  4-H Communications, (speeches and demonstrations)

Content or Curriculum:  Communications, leadership, competitions, self-confidents and life skills

Inputs:  Efforts of 4-H agent, staff assistant, extension staff, 4-H state staff, volunteers, 4-H council members, school administration, district board members and others;  Promotion through website, newspaper, radio, newsletter, local business, etc.  

Date:  Annually, 2017-2020

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