Extension
It Starts With Us
Strengthening Extension and Community Leaders and Future Leaders
Empowering Leaders and Communities
Hackworth, Coleman, Slone
Agriculture and Extension Leadership Development
Community Leadership Development
Kentucky Extension Leadership Development (KELD): Developing Core Leadership Skills
Leadership
The County Councils believes it is very important to lead by example and prepare new leaders to move into the future. They believe it is necessary to provide youth and adults with leadership and personal development opportunities to grow new leaders. Leadership development plays an important role in the success of the Extension program. During our community assessment, current leaders stressed the need for more qualified leaders to prepare for the future and help solve local issues. They also want more youth leadership opportunities. Our efforts highlights the importance of leadership development for the community and individual growth. With strong leadership, educational programming can become more meaningful and beneficial to the audience or participants of the program. Leadership is also an important emphasis in 4-H and youth development. Extension provides opportunities for youth and families to improve their leadership abilities and create a positive impact on their future. Leadership opportunities for youth create a setting that reduces the access of youth risk factors that can negatively impact their success. Basic leadership, knowledge and skills are essential for success in almost any field. The skills associated with leadership are necessary when working in a group or communicating with others. To be a good leader, one must have good communication skills. Communication skills helps to build leadership. 4-H youth leadership and communication addresses the following: Learning about the concept of leadership and your individual role as a leader. Using leadership skills to effectively lead small groups and teams toward common goals. Work within your community to become an engaged leader who can make a difference. Creating a program that encourages, values, promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity at all levels. KEHA - The Kentucky Extension Homemakers Association mission is to improve the quality of life for families and communities through education, leadership development and volunteer service. With membership totaling more than 13,000 statewide, KEHA members are engaged leaders and active volunteers.
*Number of people trained by Extension who serve as members/leaders of advisory councils, community development committees and/or in leadership roles with agriculture organizations.
*Number of producers who mentored, advised or assisted new and/or young producers in agriculture.
* Number of leaders engaged and administer/assist with needs assessments, program planning, implementation and evaluations.
*Community members engage others to initiate projects.
*Civic engagement is possible and desirable for community members.
*Youth will utilize the skills gained to serve as leaders in 4-H and other organizations.
*Number of clients who shared information learned from Extension about local agriculture and/or environmental issues.
*Number of clients who advocated for agriculture and/or environmental issues locally.
*Number of people who serve in leadership roles to address community needs.
*Number of Extension leaders who will actively participate, accept committee assignments and sponsor events, programs and activities.
*Number of certified Master Gardeners and active volunteers.
*Youth put skills into practice by becoming more engaged, taking on leadership roles.
*Youth improve communication or problem solving in addressing community issues and needs.
*Youth will volunteer and participate in community service.
*Youth will demonstrate an increased level of confidence when presenting in front of groups.
*Number of clientele increasing agriculture awareness due to Extension programming.
* Number of clientele trained in agricultural leadership development.
*Number of people impacted by advisory councils, community organizations and other volunteers including all related community groups and organizations.
*Number of people who learn the basics of teamwork, interpersonal communications, and the characteristics of a leader.
*Number of people who gain knowledge of the parliamentary procedures, how to conduct meetings, and participate in leadership roles.
*Number of people who assist in identifying issues and opportunities for the county programming needs.
*Youth increase knowledge of effective leadership skills
*Youth develop and enhance leadership skills.
*Youth are informed of community systems and are better connected to communication networks.
Outcome: New active leaders within councils and programming
Indicator: number of leaders participating in the process of programming
Method: Leadership activities and trainings
Timeline: On-going
Outcome: Number of leaders giving back time and effort to councils and/or programming efforts
Indicator: Number of those taking leadership roles
Method: Observations, sign-in sheets
Timeline: On-going
Outcome: Number of participants attending leadership development activities
Indicator: Increase in those attending trainings
Method: Observations, sign-in sheets
Timeline: On-going
Outcome: Youth will demonstrate an increased level of confidence when presenting in front of groups.
Indicator: Number of youth of who have improved their communication skills
Method: observation, testimonials, surveys
Timeline: On-going
Outcome: Youth become more engaged as a leader in their community.
Indicator: Number of youth taking on leadership roles in their everyday life
Method: observation, testimonials, surveys
Timeline: On-going
Audience: Members of CEC, District Board, Program Councils, Program Group, Master Gardeners and potential new members
Project or Activity: Leadership/Committee Development
Content or Curriculum: Leadership Manual and Training Materials
Inputs: Volunteers, Leaders, Council and Board members, agents and staff, Committee members and program participants
Date: Year-round
Audience: Leaders of all Councils, Boards, and program groups
Project or Activity: Leader Recognition
Content or Curriculum: Awards Banquet
Inputs: All Volunteers and Leaders
Date: Spring – yearly
Audience: Members of CEC, District Board, Program Councils, Program Groups, and potential new members
Project or Activity: Council & Committee Officer training
Content or Curriculum: Officer Training Materials, Robert’s Rules of Order
Inputs: Volunteers, Leaders, Council and Board members, agents and staff, Committee members and program participants
Date: Winter, yearly
Audience: Members and Leaders of program groups and participants
Project or Activity: Ag Commodity Groups Workshops
Content or Curriculum: Leadership & Strategic Planning
Inputs: Leaders, agents and staff, group members and program participants
Date: On-going
Audience: Youth Grades 7-12
Project or Activity: Leadership Development
Content or Curriculum: Teen Council, Camp Counselor and Enrichment Leadership programs
Inputs: Club leaders, Teen leaders, Agents and Staff
Date: Year round
Audience: Youth Grades Preschool-8
Project or Activity: Day Camps
Content or Curriculum: KY 4-H Core Curriculum
Inputs: Volunteers, FRYSC, Community Partners, Agents and Staff
Date: Summer
Audience: Youth Grades 3-12, College Age, Adult
Project or Activity: Overnight camp
Content or Curriculum: 4-H Core Content
Inputs: Teen and Adult Volunteers, parents, agents and staff
Date: Summer
Audience: Youth 4-12 grade
Project or Activity: club and enrichment Programs
Content or Curriculum: 4-H Communications Curriculum
Inputs: Club leaders, Agents and Staff
Date: September-May
Audience: Floyd County Extension Homemakers
Project or Activity: KEHA Officer and Chairman Training / County KEHA Kickoff
Content or Curriculum: KEHA Training Toolkit, KEHA Manual, KEHA Website
Inputs: Agents, State Advisors
Date: Annually each fall
Audience: Floyd County Extension Homemakers
Project or Activity: KEHA Leader Training and/or Special Interest Workshops
Content or Curriculum: KELD Curriculum, FCS Extension Lesson Resources, FCS Curriculum
Inputs: Agents, State Advisors
Date: Monthly
Audience: Floyd County Extension Homemakers
Project or Activity: KEHA State Meeting
Content or Curriculum: Officer Training & Educational Chairman Workshops
Inputs: Agents, State Advisors
Date: Annually each spring
Author: Heather Coleman
Major Program: Volunteer Development
The Floyd County 4-H Council and the Floyd County Extension Council supports our programming efforts in reaching youth from the ages of Preschool thru 12th grade. One of our most recent success stories is that of Zach Akers, who began his journey with 4-H in the 4th grade. He was a club member, attended camp as a camper, transitioned into a teen council member and camp counselor. Along the way, he had 4-H projects go to the State Fair, attended Teen Conference and was a member of the
Author: Heather Coleman
Major Program: Leadership
Youth who participate in extracurricular activities are more likely to become productive citizens in their community. The Floyd County Extension Service, through the 4-H program planned and implemented various leadership activities for teens. The Floyd County 4-H Teen Council holds monthly meetings including leadership activities and officer proceedings. The 4-H teen Council members are provided the opportunity for leadership through team bonding, communication exercises and community service pr
Author: Andrea Slone
Major Program: Kentucky Extension Homemaker Association
In March 2020, Floyd County Extension Homemaker program almost came to a complete halt due to the 2020 pandemic of COVID-19. For the first time, there was not an annual meeting at the County, Area, or State level. Club meetings were no longer able to be face to face until the Summer months and many Homemakers were still weary of meeting in person. This forced the Floyd County Extension Homemakers to step out of their comfort zone and explore new ways to program.The Floyd County Homemaker Extensi
Author: Heather Coleman
Major Program: Leadership
“To know me is to know that I love to learn and love to serve. From early on, I turned to active participation in activities like cub scouts, science fairs, academic competition, and sports, looking for the right opportunities and experiences to fit me. I remember the great pleasure I felt when tackling annual service projects at school like St. Jude’s Math-a-Thon, Jump Rope for Hearts, Operation Christmas Child, etc. My spare time was time to get creative and build
