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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Edmonson County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





3037 - Quality Arts Engagement & Experiences
3037.12) 300

Number of arts projects completed through extension programming

3037.11) 2

Number of teaching artists brought to community through Extension collaborations

3037.10) 420

Number of artists reporting appreciation and/or validation of their artistic accomplishments

3037.6) 250

Number of participants reporting an increase in understanding the importance of arts engagement or artistic accomplishment

3037.4) 0

Number of participants engaged in an Extension-led story circle

3037.5) 125

Number of participants reporting a change in the way they see their community as a result of extension arts involvement

3037.8) 0

Number of professional artists participating in Extension programming

3037.3) 420

Number of participants engaged in an Extension-sponsored gallery exhibit

3037.2) 400

Number of participants engaged in artistic activities that advance critical thinking

3037.1) 420

Number of participants engaged in Extension-led community art projects

3037.7) 300

Number of participants reporting a new artistic experience

3037.9) 420

Number of artists showcasing work (visual, literary, performing) through an Extension-led event

3037.13) 5

Number of opportunities for intergenerational creative engagement

3037.14) 2

Number of Extension-led arts programs receiving local, state, or national recognition



Success Stories

Ceramics/Art Project Session 1

Author: Laura-Grace Vincent

Major Program: Quality Arts Engagement & Experiences

Art projects are crucial for special needs students, offering opportunities for creative expression, sensory integration, skill development, and emotional well-being. They can help students build confidence, explore their unique strengths, and engage in meaningful learning experiences. I have been going into this classroom several times throughout the school year to provide educational enrichment activities for these students who otherwise have not been serviced by our office. On this day,

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