Letcher County CES

Title:

Developing Human Capital--2020

MAP:

Jobs & Infrastructure

Agents Involved:

FCS Agent, 4-H Agent, ANR Agent program codes: 1021, 1054, 2046, 3001, 3002, 3004, 3033, 2056, 4041, 4091,

MAJOR PROGRAM 1:

Local Food Systems

MAJOR PROGRAM 2:

Business Retention and Expansion

MAJOR PROGRAM 3:

Family and Consumer Science

Situation:

In 2017, the number of private establishments covered by unemployment insurance in Letcher County was 38 for goods-producing, 343 for service-providing, and 26 for hospitality & leisure.18 · Between 2012 and 2016, of the 7,214 (+/- 556) workers ages 16 and over, 72.2% (+/- 3.8%) worked inside the county, 20.1% (+/-2.3%) worked outside the county and 7.7% (+/-2.3%) worked outside Kentucky.7 · Between 2012 and 2016, 6.6% (+/-2.7%) of workers ages 16 and over who worked full-time year round were below poverty compared to 3.5% (+/- 0.1%) for the state as a whole.7 · 40.3% of 2016 HS graduates in the county earned an industry certificate compared to 19.2% for the state.1

Long-Term Outcomes:

1. More jobs paying good wages and benefits 

2. More qualified employees for existing and new jobs 

3. More public transportation options

4. Number of clients reporting improved financial stability and economic well-being

5. Increase in high school graduation rates and bachelor degree attainment rates

Improve the quality of life for residents in Letcher Co. by developing the skills to plan, budget and monitor their financial status

6. Increased farm income

Intermediate Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate Skills to Improve:
   1. Disaster Preparedness
   2. Solid Waste Management
   3. Home Safety
2. Practice one or more resource management behaviors resulting in increased savings
3. Increase school attendance rates
4. Enhanced markets for farm commodities

Initial Outcomes:

1. Change KOSA and/or aspirations, in understanding of issues related to:
   1. Disaster Preparedness
   2. Solid Waste Management
   3. Home Safety
2. Clients and youth will understand that a quality education and strong work-ethic plays a significant role in the family’s income
3. Change KOSA to improve employability through practical living skills and continued education practices 
4. Increase financial literacy related to savings and investments
5. Youth and adults will show increased knowledge and skills related to available financial and non-financial resources
6. Knowledge of diverse farm marketing opportunities

Evaluation:

Outcome: (Long-term) The economic and environmental well-being of Letcher County is strengthened

Indicator:  Positive Changes in statistics regarding poverty levels, average household income, graduate rates, gainful employability and increased participation in environmental education programs

Method:  Data analysis 

Timeline:  On-going

Outcome: (Intermediate) Increased rates of labor force participation and employment, youth contribute to communities, increased partnership with communities for CED issues, farmers identify new markets, farmers diversify production, farmers are able to find off-farm employment for themselves and employees, enhanced decision making and problem solving

Indicator: Number of individuals that report improved financial stability and career readiness  

Method:  Observation, written and verbal evaluations

Timeline: 2021-2024

Outcome: (Initial) Participants will become responsible consumers by gaining the skills needed to make wise financial and career decisions

Indicator:  Individuals acquire KOSA

Method: Observations, written & verbal evaluations 

Timeline:  on-going

Learning Opportunities:

Audience: Homemakers, Senior Citizens, Youth, Community Members and Farmers

                        Project or Activity:  Disaster Prep Series

                Content or Curriculum: EDEN, FCS, NEP, 4-H Curriculum 

                                Inputs: ANR, FCS, 4-H Agents 

                                Date: 2021-2024

Project or Activity: World of work 

                                Content or Curriculum: 4-H, FCS, & ANR  

                                Inputs: 4-H, FCS, ANR agents & assistance 

                                Date: 2021-2024

Project or Activity:  Farmers Market

                                Content or Curriculum: CCD and Extension Publications

                                Inputs: ANR, FCS and 4-H Agents and Assistants

                                Date: 2021-2024

Project or Activity:   Maple Demonstration, Maple Day, KY Maple School, 

Content or Curriculum: New Hampshire Extension Curriculum

                                Inputs: ANR, FCS, and 4-H Agents and Assistants

                                Date: 2021-2024

Project or Activity:  Dollar & Sense 

                                Content or Curriculum: 4-H

                                Inputs: 4-H, FCS, ANR agents & assistants, extension staff 

                                Date: 2021-2024

Project or Activity: Reality Store 

                                Content or Curriculum: 4-H

                                Inputs: 4-H, FCS, ANR agents & assistants, extension staff

                                Date: 2021-2024

Project or Activity: Financial Readiness with Senior Centers, KRCC Wellness, KRCC Solutions, & East Kentucky Support Services 

                                Content or Curriculum: FCS 

                                Inputs: FCS Agent & Assistant

                                Date: 2021-2024

Project or Activity:  Homemaker Leader Lessons

                                Content or Curriculum: KEHA

                                Inputs: FCS agent & assistant 

                                Date: 2021-2024

Project or Activity:  East Kentucky Science Academy 

                                Content or Curriculum: Project WET, Project WILD, 4-H

                                Inputs: 4-H Agents & Assistant

                                Date: 2021-2024