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| 4081 - Science, Engineering, and Technology | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4081.1) | 34 |
Number of youth who indicated they are interested in learning more about science, engineering, or technology projects (KOSA) |
| 4081.2) | 2 |
Number of youth who participated in project, activity, or event for science, engineering, and technology projects (PRACTICE) |
| 4081.3) | 30 |
Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #6 “Is 4-H A place where you get to figure out things for yourself?” (SEEC) |
| 4081.4) | 27 |
Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #13 “Is 4-H a place where you have a chance to be a leader?” (SEEC) |
Author: Alissa Ackerman
Major Program: Science, Engineering, and Technology
As society continues to experience technology advances, it is difficult to imagine a world without everyday computer and phone devices. These conveniences are made possible with the skills and knowledge of individuals behind the scenes in science, engineering and technology career fields. According to County Health Rankings, the unemployment rate for Clay County is 7 percent compared to the statewide rate of 4 percent. Research also indicates that STEM related occupations are on the rise (Fayer,
