McCracken County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024





4065 - Community Vitality and Leadership – 4-H Youth Development
4065.1) 294

Number of individuals that take on formal or informal leadership roles as a result of participation in an Extension leadership program

4065.2) 354

Number of strategies adopted and implemented to improve the community

4065.4) 179

Number of volunteers addressing community issues by assessing needs, developing programs and/or implementing solutions

4065.3) 323

Number of empowered individuals engaged in coalitions or organizations to address a significant community issue



Success Stories

Santa's Elves Workshop

Author: Lisa Dodson

Major Program: Community Vitality and Leadership – 4-H Youth Development

The McCracken County 4-H Youth Development program hosted the second annual 4-H Santa’s Elves Workshop in conjunction with the local school system’s scheduled winter break. This annual event provides youth in the community the opportunity to engage in a variety of creative arts as well as participate in activities that increase communication skills. Participants completed multiple projects throughout the day that encompassed Science, Engineering and Technology, horticulture, and culi

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