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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


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





4031 - Communications & Expressive Arts
4031.2) 859

Number of youth who used information to communicate with others.

4031.1) 859

Number of youth who gained/strengthened the ability to express their thoughts or opinions.

4031.11) 859

Number of youth who demonstrated a skill they have learned.

4031.14) 35

Number of volunteers whose 4-H members used information to communicate with others.

4031.12) 125

Number of volunteers whose 4-H members gained / strengthened the ability to express their thoughts or opinions.

4031.16) 10

Number of volunteers whose 4-H members demonstrated a skill they have learned.

4031.100) 859

Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in CEA 4-H programming

4031.110) 35

Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in CEA 4-H programming



Success Stories

4-H Youth Take Center Stage at the County Fair

Author: Lisa Dodson

Major Program: Communications & Expressive Arts

The McCracken County 4-H youth made an incredible impact during the 2024 4-H division of the county fair, showcasing their talents and dedication across a variety of project areas. From arts, foods, forestry, natural resources, needlework, and sewing the fair celebrated creativity, hard work, and the power of learning through 4-H.Record-Breaking Participation and Recognition This year saw 157 youth participating in the 4-H fair, a testament to the program's growing reach and appeal. Amo

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Voices of Tomorrow: McCracken County's Rising Stars Shine in 2025 Communications Contest

Author: Heather Hunter

Major Program: Communications & Expressive Arts

The 2025 McCracken County Communications Contest was a resounding success this year, showcasing the remarkable talents and dedication of our community's youth towards mastering the art of public speaking. This year, we saw a significant increase in participation (nearly 50%), with 63 participants registered compared to 42 participants last year. Out of those registered, 50 participants competed, demonstrating their skills in various communication categories including both speeches and demons

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