Extension
It Starts With Us
| 4041 - Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4041.1) | 416 |
Number of youth who indicate they listen to people who have different ideas |
| 4041.2) | 416 |
Number of youth who indicate they can finish a job they started |
| 4041.3) | 416 |
Number of youth who indicate they can take responsibility for their actions |
| 4041.5) | 156 |
Number of 4-H members leading a project group or project club |
| 4041.6) | 156 |
Number of 4-H members serving as direct mentors to younger youth |
| 4041.7) | 416 |
Number of youth reported being a better leader (due to skills improved through Extension programming) |
| 4041.4) | 96 |
Number of youth provided with diversity focused education |
Author: Alexandria Bryant
Major Program: Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum
According to the U.S. Department of Education (2017), “globalization has led to environmental, economic, social and political challenges requiring youth to be aware of differences among cultures, open to diverse perspectives, and appreciative of insight from cultural exchange.” Cultural exploration develops life skills in youth, including critical thinking and creativity, allowing youth to understand cultures and “work effectively in cross-cultural settings to address society,
Author: Alexandria Bryant
Major Program: Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum
According to research, middle school is a time where young people find their place in this world, they are exploring where their strengths and interests align (Fagell. P.L., 2019). Therefore, it is imperative to provide positive experiences where young people may explore the world in a safe environment. Due to the decline in enrollment numbers throughout the middle school years in 4-H programming, Kentucky 4-H hosts the Kentucky 4-H Summit Leadership Conference for middle schoolers (grades 6-8)
