Extension
It Starts With Us
Competence, Confidence, Connection, Compassion and Character
Building Youth with the 5 C's
Mackenzie Pogue
Leadership
Volunteer Development
Volunteering develops self esteem, confidence, effective communication skills, and other assets kids need to succeed. Teens who volunteer are reported to do better in school, develop new career goals, and learn about career options. Youth who volunteer see themselves taking action against problems, and feel empowered to make a difference. Youth who volunteer learn about the interconnections within a community and see “real world” problems. According to the latest Search Institute’s Profiles of Student Life: Attitudes and Behaviors survey of Muhlenberg 6th-12th grade students, only 28% of the over 2000 surveyed indicated being given useful roles to serve in the community, this being one of the 40 developmental assets kids need to succeed. Creating a culture of youth giving back to their communities through leadership roles serves the multi-purpose process of personal empowerment, community development and helps to ensure a new generation of involved, volunteering youth - a top priority of Muhlenberg 4-H.
Teen Volunteers address critical issues that face our community.
Youth serve in volunteer roles, creating a sense of belonging, Independence, generosity and purpose.
Youth make less negative decisions as a result of positive peer role models.
Youth engage in community issues and needs and develop appropriate community service or service learning programs.
Youth develop communication skills that allow them to effectively communicate with peers, family and community leaders.
Youth utilize acquired delegation and leadership skills to teach or lead groups and programs; serve as active officers or committee chairs in external and internal groups, clubs and organizations
Youth learn characteristics and definitions of leadership.
Youth aspire to create change in their community through their actions and leadership.
Youth learn parliamentary procedure and proper meeting format and presentation skills.
Initial Outcome: Youth serve as a leader in their club or community
Indicator: Youth serve as a leader in their club or community
Method:
- 4-H Common Measures Universal Survey
- Program Indicators
- Number of youth who served as group leaders or officers?(PRACTICE)
- Number of youth who received education related to diversity and inclusivity? (KOSA)
- Number of youth who served as direct mentors to one or more younger youth? (SEEC)
- Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #6 “Is 4-H A place where you get to figure out things for yourself?” (SEEC)
- Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #13 “Is 4-H a place where you have a chance to be a leader?” (SEEC)
Timeline: Year Round
Intermediate Outcome: Youth plan a community service project in their community
Indicator:Youth plan a community service project in their community
Method:
- 4-H Common Measures Universal Survey
- Program Indicators
- Number of youth who served as group leaders or officers?(PRACTICE)
- Number of youth who received education related to diversity and inclusivity? (KOSA)
- Number of youth who served as direct mentors to one or more younger youth? (SEEC)
- Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #6 “Is 4-H A place where you get to figure out things for yourself?” (SEEC)
- Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #13 “Is 4-H a place where you have a chance to be a leader?” (SEEC)
Timeline: Year Round
Long-term Outcome: Youth become more engaged as a leader in their community
Indicator:Youth become more engaged as a leader in their community
Method:
- 4-H Common Measures Universal Survey
- Program Indicators
- Number of youth who served as group leaders or officers?(PRACTICE)
- Number of youth who received education related to diversity and inclusivity? (KOSA)
- Number of youth who served as direct mentors to one or more younger youth? (SEEC)
- Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #6 “Is 4-H A place where you get to figure out things for yourself?” (SEEC)
- Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #13 “Is 4-H a place where you have a chance to be a leader?” (SEEC)
Timeline: Year Round
Audience: Elementary Students
Project or Activity: Clubs, 4-H Camp, 4-H Achievement
Content or Curriculum: Unlock Your Leadership Potential, My Leadership Workbook
Inputs: Teen and Adults Leaders
Date: Year Round
Audience: Middle School Students
Project or Activity: Clubs, 4-H Camp, 4-H Summit, 4-H Achievement
Content or Curriculum: Unlocking Your Leadership Potential, Teambuilding with Teens, My Leadership Journal (Level 2), My Leadership Portfolio (Level 3),
Inputs: Teen and Adult Leaders
Date: Year Round
Audience: High School Students
Project or Activity: Clubs, 4-H Camp, 4-H Teen Club, 4-H Teen Conference, 4-H Achievement, 4-H Pennyrile Area Teen Council, 4-H State Teen Council
Content or Curriculum:Unlocking Your Leadership Potential, Teambuilding with Teens, My Leadership Portfolio (Level 3),
Inputs: Teen and Adult Leaders
Date: Year Round
Author: Mackenzie Pogue
Major Program: Natural Resources
The migrant youth day camp was designed to provide a safe and inclusive space for young individuals from diverse backgrounds. Cultivating a sense of belonging, the camp fostered an atmosphere of respect, empathy, and cultural understanding. This created an environment where participants felt valued and comfortable expressing themselves while learning about the importance of natural resources. Participants embarked on outdoor adventures through their visit to a local park. &nbs
Author: Mackenzie Pogue
Major Program: Natural Resources
According to the article “Why Is environmental Education Important for Kids” on the website Rubricon, Environmental education promotes critical and creative thinking skills and inspires kids to become more engaged with their communities. It helps kids understand why the environment is important and provides them with the building blocks they need to live eco-friendly and sustainable lives. (https://www.rubicon.com/blog/environmental-education-for-kids) Many times youth do not
