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





4065 - Community Vitality and Leadership – 4-H Youth Development
4065.1) 60

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

4065.2) 6

Number of strategies adopted and implemented to improve the community

4065.4) 10

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

4065.3) 15

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



Success Stories

Empowering Future Leaders: Teen Leadership Academy Cultivates Middle School Leaders

Author: Rhonda Jewell

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

Empowering Future Leaders: Teen Leadership Academy Cultivates Middle School Leaders

According to recent studies, students who develop leadership skills in middle school are 70% more likely to excel in high school and beyond. The Teen Leadership Academy (TLA), a middle school 4-H leadership program, has proven to be a catalyst for such development among young learners.The TLA program, designed for middle school students, selects four students from each participating school to engage in a comprehensive leadership program. This year, the program focused on building skills across v

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Cloverbud Club offers opportunities for 5-8 year olds

Author: Rhonda Jewell

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

Cloverbud Club offers opportunities for 5-8 year olds

The primary goal of the Cloverbuds program (youth ages 5-8)  is to promote children's healthy development - mentally, physically, socially and emotionally. Cloverbuds also encourages creativity and learning through play. The 4 -H Cloverbud program provides an excellent opportunity for youth to reach their highest potential because of experiences and exposure.There has been a large increase in interest in 4-H for youth ages 5-8 in Caldwell County the past several years.  A volunteer

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Annual 4-H Banquet

Author: Rhonda Jewell

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

Annual 4-H Banquet

Each year, Caldwell County 4-H members that participate in state events and contests are recognized for their efforts and achievements.  This is a chance to let our 4-H members shine and share their accomplishments with their family and friends.  The banquet is typically held the week of Thanksgiving with attendance growing each year.  Five years ago attendance was 85 and in 2023 attendance was 115.  4-H Council members and 4-H’ers themselves take part in the program. A

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