Lincoln County CES

Title:

Leadership Development & Volunteerism 2020-25

MAP:

Strengthening Individuals & Families

Agents Involved:

Tyler Miller, Jody Paver

MAJOR PROGRAM 1:

Kentucky Extension Homemaker Association

MAJOR PROGRAM 2:

Build Engaged and Empowered Communities – General

MAJOR PROGRAM 3:

Leadership

Situation:

Building the capacity of volunteer leaders is critical for the sustainability of a community infrastructure that supports long-term commitment to strengthen families. The Independent Sector estimates the hourly value of volunteer time is $25.43, a cost that county programs could not provide to salaried staff. Strong leaders are vital to the future of our communities, and to the organizations with whom Cooperative Extension works. Workshops, conferences, and training programs aid in building leadership skills of clientele who will continue to be a vital part of Extension. These leaders form the basis of our support mechanism and are an asset to their communities.  

Basic leadership knowledge & 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. Employers look for leadership skills in the persons they hire. Developing leadership in the youth and adults who are involved in Extension programs is a priority. 

The development of life skills, such as leadership, allows youth and adults to cope with their environment by making responsible decisions, having a better understanding of their values, and being better able to communicate and get along with others. (Boyd, Herring & Briers, 1992, Journal of Extension). 

Long-Term Outcomes:

• The health and economic stability of Kentucky communities will continue to be strengthened through strong, vocal, and organizational leadership. 
• Extension leaders will assist others to improve various aspects of their lives.  
• Individuals will enhance personal, interpersonal, and group leadership skills.  
• Groups and/or committees will have stronger, more productive leaders to address public issues and solve community problems.  
• Youth and adults will serve as leaders in their communities, community organizations, and as mentors for younger youth. 
• Youth and adults will demonstrate the understanding of diversity, inclusivity and multiculturalism in their daily life. 
• Youth and adults will identify and address critical issues that impact the community 
• Youth will be productive, contributing adults in the future. 
• Youth and adults will use leadership and communications skills needed to be successful in the workplace on a daily basis. 

Intermediate Outcomes:

• Youth and adults will participate in workshops and programs and will accept leadership positions on the county, area, and state levels. 
• Leaders will demonstrate increased confidence in conducting and organizing meetings and activities.  
• Council members and leaders will increase their roles in decision making and planning. They will be actively involved in the planning of various county, area, and state programs.  
• Leaders will have improved skills in communication, problem solving, or group processes in addressing organizational issues and needs. They will apply skills to assess needs, develop programs and implement solutions.  
• Youth and adults will learn basic parliamentary procedure skills and conduct monthly club meetings. 
• Youth and adults will indicate increased awareness of diversity issues in their community and personal lives. 
• Youth and adults will engage in community based service projects selected to address identified needs. 

Initial Outcomes:

• Extension leaders will increase their knowledge and skills in personal, organizational, and community leadership. In doing so, they will increase their knowledge of effective meeting skills, leadership styles, team building skills, and of the many Extension programs and services available to all people.  
• Youth and adults will acquire skills and knowledge that will help them become more effective leaders.  
• Youth and adults will gain knowledge of democratic processes, the duties of club officers and how to conduct a business meeting. 
• Youth and adults will increase their knowledge about leadership and how to be an effective leader, team player and communicator. 
• Youth and adults will learn about diversity and will demonstrate inclusivity. 
• Youth and adults will acquire decision making skills and gain an appreciation for civic engagement. 
• Youth and adults will learn how to set appropriate, attainable goals. 
• Youth and adults will listen to people who have different ideas from them. 

Evaluation:

Initial Outcome: Youth and adults will gain knowledge of democratic processes, the duties of club officers and how to conduct a business meeting. 

Indicator: Club meetings lead by elected officers

Method: Observation

Timeline: Annually

Intermediate Outcome: Youth and adults will participate in workshops and programs and will accept leadership positions on the county, area, and state levels.  

Indicator: Lincoln County program participants hold leadership positions at the county, area, or state levels.

Method: Survey

Timeline: Annually

Long-term Outcome: Youth and adults will serve as leaders in their communities, community organizations, and as mentors for younger youth. 

Indicator: Adults serve as leaders in other community organizations

Method: Survey

Timeline: 2+ years

Learning Opportunities:

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES: 

Audience: Officers, Chairpersons, and General Public 

Activity: Leadership Training 

Content or Curriculum: State and local chairpersons, officer training guidelines, and CLD materials 

Inputs: Community Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Lincoln County Public Library,Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, District Board Members,  Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, FCS Program, FCCLA, FFA,  Local Farmers Markets, Broughtontown Community Center, City and County Government, Judge Executive and the Fiscal Court, local businesses, and other community partners.

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: THroughout the year as program allows

  

Audience: Extension Homemakers and General Public 

Activity: Leader Lesson Trainings 

Content or Curriculum: State and local chairpersons, officer training guidelines, and FCS  materials 

Inputs: Community Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Lincoln County Public Library,Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, District Board Members,  Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, FCS Program, FCCLA, FFA,  Local Farmers Markets, Broughtontown Community Center, City and County Government, Judge Executive and the Fiscal Court, local businesses, and other community partners.

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: Monthly during the year 

 

Audience: 4-H Club Members & Officers 

Activity: 4-H Club Officer Training 

Content or Curriculum-4-H Officer Handbook 

Inputs:Community Partners: County Extension Council Members, 4-H Council Members, District Board Members, Chamber of Commerce, School system, others 

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: All year at club meetings 

 

 

Audience: Community Businesses and Organizations 

Activity: 4-H Reality Store and/or 4-H Dollars & Sense 

Content or Curriculum: Reality Store Curriculum, Census Data, Leadership Development, Program Planning 

Inputs: Community Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, 4-H Council Members, District Board Members, Goat Association, Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, Dairy Association, Main St. Renaissance Program, Farmers Market Association, local business owners, others 

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: September - May 

 

 

Audience: 4-H Council Members 

Activity: County 4-H Council Meetings 

Content or curriculum-State, District & Local Information, program planning/evaluation, issues identification, leadership development. 

Inputs: Community Partners: County Extension Council Members, 4-H Council Members, District Board Members, Chamber of Commerce, School system, others 

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: Fall, Winter and Spring (3 meetings) 

 

Audience: Camp Leaders 

Activity: 4-H Camp Leader and JC Training 

Content or Curriculum-4-H Camp Handbook and Youth Protection/Risk Management 

Inputs:Community Partners: County Extension Agents, Ephraim McDowell Hospital Fort Logan Hospital, County Extension Council Members, 4-H Council Members, District Board Members, Chamber of Commerce, School system, others 

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, Boyle County Extension Office, Powell County Extension Office, Feltner 4-H Camp Facilities, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: Summer 

 

Audience: Extension Homemaker Members 

Activity: Statewide leadership Seminar/Training at KEHA State Meeting/Area Leadership Training 

Content or Curriculum: FCS materials 

Inputs: Community Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Lincoln County Public Library,Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, District Board Members,  Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, FCS Program, FCCLA, FFA,  Local Farmers Markets, Broughtontown Community Center, City and County Government, Judge Executive and the Fiscal Court, local businesses, and other community partners.

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: All year 

 

Audience: Extension Homemakers 

Activity: Extension Homemaker Club Meetings 

Content or Curriculum: KEHA materials, UK publications from leader trainings, meetings, etc. - leadership development, community service, and educational opportunities 

Inputs:Community Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Lincoln County Public Library,Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, District Board Members,  Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, FCS Program, FCCLA, FFA,  Local Farmers Markets, Broughtontown Community Center, City and County Government, Judge Executive and the Fiscal Court, local businesses, and other community partners.

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: All year 

 

Audience: Extension Homemakers 

Activity: Extension Homemakers Council Meetings 

Content or Curriculum: KEHA materials 

Inputs: Community Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Lincoln County Public Library,Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, District Board Members,  Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, FCS Program, FCCLA, FFA,  Local Farmers Markets, Broughtontown Community Center, City and County Government, Judge Executive and the Fiscal Court, local businesses, and other community partners.

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: All Year 

 

Audience: CEC Members 

Activity: County Extension Council Meetings 

Content or Curriculum: State, local information, program planning/evaluation, issues identification, leadership development, etc. 

InputsCommunity Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Lincoln County Public Library,Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, District Board Members,  Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, FCS Program, FCCLA, FFA,  Local Farmers Markets, Broughtontown Community Center, City and County Government, Judge Executive and the Fiscal Court, local businesses, and other community partners.

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: All Year

 

Audience: Extension District Board Members 

Activity: Extension District Board Meetings 

Content or Curriculum: Extension-related information and guidance 

Inputs:Community Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Lincoln County Public Library,Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, District Board Members,  Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, FCS Program, FCCLA, FFA,  Local Farmers Markets, Broughtontown Community Center, City and County Government, Judge Executive and the Fiscal Court, local businesses, and other community partners.

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: All Year 

 

Audience: AG Development Board Members 

Activity: AG Development Board Meetings 

Content or Curriculum: Extension-related information and guidance, GOAP Guidance  

Inputs:Community Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Lincoln County Public Library,Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, District Board Members,  Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, FCS Program, FCCLA, FFA,  Local Farmers Markets, Broughtontown Community Center, City and County Government, Judge Executive and the Fiscal Court, local businesses, and other community partners.

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: All Year 

Audience: Extension Homemakers 

Activity: County, Area, and State Meeting Participation and Attendance 

Inputs: Community Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Lincoln County Public Library,Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, District Board Members,  Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, FCS Program, FCCLA, FFA,  Local Farmers Markets, Broughtontown Community Center, City and County Government, Judge Executive and the Fiscal Court, local businesses, and other community partners.

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: All Year 

 

Audience: Extension Homemakers 

Activity: Various Extension Homemakers Sponsored Programs -- Leader Organized and Led Events (club, county, area, and state levels) 

Content or Curriculum: Leadership Development and other FCS publications 

Inputs: Community Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Lincoln County Public Library,Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, District Board Members,  Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, FCS Program, FCCLA, FFA,  Local Farmers Markets, Broughtontown Community Center, City and County Government, Judge Executive and the Fiscal Court, local businesses, and other community partners.

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: All Year 

 

Audience: General Public 

Activity: FCS Program Advisory Council Meetings 

Content or Curriculum: Needs/issues identification, program planning, evaluation 

Inputs: Community Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Lincoln County Public Library,Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, District Board Members,  Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, FCS Program, FCCLA, FFA,  Local Farmers Markets, Broughtontown Community Center, City and County Government, Judge Executive and the Fiscal Court, local businesses, and other community partners.

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: Meets 3 times per year 

 

Audience: Farmers 

Activity: Assisting Commodity Groups and Farm Organizations 

Content or Curriculum: Current Ag, FCS, and 4-H along with Department of Agriculutre and other 

Inputs: Community Partners: Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association, Lincoln County Public Library,Fair Board, County Extension Council Members, Farm Bureau, District Board Members,  Chamber of Commerce, School system, Vo-Ag program, FCS Program, FCCLA, FFA,  Local Farmers Markets, Broughtontown Community Center, City and County Government, Judge Executive and the Fiscal Court, local businesses, and other community partners.

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, schools, others depending upon the specific program 

Date: Monthly meetings, annual meeting, board activities 

 

Audience: 4-H Council Members and Committees 

Activity: 4-H Achievement Banquet 

Content or Curriculum: Annual recognition event for outstanding 4-H achievement at county, district, state, and/or national levels 

Inputs: Community Partners include 4-H Council Members, local business owners, and others 

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office 

Date: Fall 

 

Audience: 4-H Volunteers (teens and/or adults) 

Activity: Kentucky 4-H Volunteer Forum 

Content or Curriculum: The Kentucky 4-H Volunteer forum is a bi-annual leadership conference for 4-H volunteers. A 4-H volunteer is anyone who contributes time, energy or talent to the Kentucky 4-H Youth Development Program and is not paid by University of Kentucky funds. These volunteer roles involve working directly with other; others do not. There are seven specific types of 4-H volunteer roles in Kentucky. These include Community Club Leader, Project Club Leader, Special Interest Volunteer, School Enrichment Volunteer, 4-H Committee Member, 4-H Council Member or 4-H Youth Volunteer. 

Inputs: Community Partners include 4-H Council Members, local business owners, Kentucky State 4-H Specialists, Kentucky 4-H Agents and other volunteers, and others. 

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, Lexington-area hotel and/or convention center. 

Date: February 2026

 

Audience: Senior 4-H Members 

Activity: Kentucky 4-H Teen Council & other State-wide Leadership Boards 

Content or Curriculum: Kentucky 4-H State Teen Council and other leadership boards are made up of delegates selected from each of the seven districts in Kentucky. They are selected at the district level and serve for one to two years. As a member of a state-level leadership board, youth help to plan events like 4-H Teen Conference, review educational materials for teens, learn about teamwork and leadership, assist with the Kentucky Teen Summit (program for 6th-8th grade youth) and much more. All participants are expected to attend all meetings and events, come prepared to work and contribute to the best of their ability and to represent the best that Kentucky 4-H can offer. 

Inputs: Community Partners include State 4-H Specialists, STC Contact Agents, 4-H Council Members, local business owners, and others. 

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office 

Date: Annual terms, September thru June 

 

Audience: Senior 4-H Members 

Activity: Area C1-C4 4-H Teen Council 

Content or Curriculum: Unlock Your Leadership Potential, Step Up to Leadership 

Inputs: Community Partners include 4-H Council Members, District 4 4-H Agents, Club leaders, local business owners, and others 

Facilities Used: Fayette County Extension Office, Madison County Extension Office, North Central 4-H Camp and/or Feltner 4-H Camp, and the Kentucky 4-H Leadership Center. 

Date: August – June 

 

Audience: Senior 4-H Members 

Activity: Area C1-C4 4-H Teen Retreat 

Content or Curriculum: Unlock Your Leadership Potential, Step Up to Leadership 

Inputs: Community Partners include 4-H Council Members, District 4 4-H Agents, Club leaders, local business owners, and others 

Facilities Used: Fayette County Extension Office, Madison County Extension Office, North Central 4-H Camp and/or Feltner 4-H Camp, and the Kentucky 4-H Leadership Center. 

Date: Winter 

 

Audience: Middle School age youth and Senior 4-H Members 

Activity: Area C1-C4 Middle School 4-H Retreat 

Content or Curriculum: Unlock Your Leadership Potential, Step Up to Leadership 

Inputs: Community Partners include 4-H Council Members, District 4 4-H Agents, Club leaders, local business owners, and others 

Facilities Used: Fayette County Extension Office, Madison County Extension Office, North Central 4-H Camp and/or Feltner 4-H Camp, and the Kentucky 4-H Leadership Center. 

Date: Fall 

 

Audience: Senior 4-H Members 

Activity: Issues Conference 

Content or Curriculum: Unlock Your Leadership Potential, Step Up to Leadership 

Inputs: Youth who participate in Issues Conference are exposed to a variety of opportunities for personal development. Leadership activities help youth develop confidence, improve their self-esteem, enhance their communication skills, understand the importance of diversity, learn effective decision making methods, and experience problem-solving situations. 

Community Partners include 4-H Council Members, District 4 4-H Agents, Club leaders, local business owners, and others 

Facilities Used: Kentucky 4-H Leadership Center. 

Date: Fall 

 

Audience: Middle School age youth 

Activity: Kentucky 4-H Summit 

Content or Curriculum: Unlock Your Leadership Potential, Step Up to Leadership 

Inputs: Community Partners include 4-H Council Members, state Extension Specialists, District 4 4-H Agents, Club leaders, local business owners, and others 

Facilities Used: Kentucky 4-H Leadership Center. 

Date: March 

 

Audience: High school age youth 

Activity: Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference 

Content or Curriculum: Unlock Your Leadership Potential, Step Up to Leadership 

Inputs: Community Partners include 4-H Council Members, state Extension Specialists, District 4 4-H Agents, Club leaders, local business owners, and others 

Facilities Used: University of Kentucky 

Date: June 

 

Audience: School age youth 

Activity: 4-H Capital Experience 

Content or Curriculum: The Capitol Experience is an opportunity for youth from across the Commonwealth of Kentucky to come to Frankfort during a Congressional session. While there, they have the opportunity to visit their legislators, view a committee meeting or meet representatives from government agencies. Additionally, they may have the chance to tour the Governor’s Mansion or the Capitol, visit the House and Senate and hear a presentation from the Governor. Inputs: Community Partners include 4-H Council Members, state Extension Specialists, Club leaders, local business owners, and others 

Facilities Used: Kentucky State Capital 

Date: February or March 

  

Audience: 8th-12th grade youth 

Activity: 4-H Teen Club 

Content or Curriculum: Unlock Your Leadership Potential, Step Up to Leadership 

Inputs: Community Partners include 4-H Council Members, state Extension Specialists, District 4 4-H Agents, Club leaders, local business owners, and others 

Facilities Used: Lincoln County Extension Office, others 

Date: September – June 

 

Audience: High school age youth 

Activity: Camp Counselor Volunteerism, including training 

Content or Curriculum: Camp training handbook, Unlock Your Leadership Potential, Step Up to Leadership 

Inputs: Community Partners include 4-H Council Members, state Extension Specialists, District 4 4-H Agents, Club leaders, local business owners, and others 

Facilities Used: Lincoln, Boyle, and Powell County Extension Offices, Feltner 4-H Camp, etc. 

Date: May – July 

 

Audience: Youth 

Activity: 4-H Achievement Program 

Content or Curriculum: The 4-H Achievement Program is intended to recognize 4-H participants who have outstanding accomplishments and to provide incentive for youth to increase their knowledge, skills and abilities. Every effort is made to make this 4-H program inclusive to all eligible youth. 

Inputs: Community Partners include 4-H Council Members, state Extension Specialists, District 4 4-H Agents, Club leaders, local business owners, and others 

Facilities Used: Various 

Date: September – May, annually 

Audience: Ag Council 

Activity: Ag Council Member Board

Content or The Ag Council aids in helping the Ag Agent come up with programming ideas and meeting topics.

Inputs: UK Extension Specialist, Ag Agent, Community Members, Extension office staff

Facilities Used: Various 

Date: February

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