Clay County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 4031 - Communications & Expressive Arts | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4031.2) | 55 |
Number of youth who used information to communicate with others. |
| 4031.1) | 55 |
Number of youth who gained/strengthened the ability to express their thoughts or opinions. |
| 4031.11) | 145 |
Number of youth who demonstrated a skill they have learned. |
| 4031.14) | 250 |
Number of volunteers whose 4-H members used information to communicate with others. |
| 4031.12) | 50 |
Number of volunteers whose 4-H members gained / strengthened the ability to express their thoughts or opinions. |
| 4031.16) | 88 |
Number of volunteers whose 4-H members demonstrated a skill they have learned. |
| 4031.100) | 70 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in CEA 4-H programming |
| 4031.110) | 8 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in CEA 4-H programming |
Success Stories
4-H Project Work Enhances Skills
Author: Alissa Ackerman
Major Program: Communications & Expressive Arts
The Kentucky State Fair is a culminating event of yearly 4-H project work. Each year, Clay County 4-H members are encouraged to participate in Special Interest Programs, 4-H Art Club, In-School Art Fairs and 4-H Project Showcase to enhance their skills in projects. Project work is defined by including the following: “(a) Planned work in an area of interest to the 4-H member, (b) Guided by a 4-H adult volunteer who is the project leader, (c) Aimed at planned objectives that can be attained
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Empowering Youth Through Public Speaking: Clay County 4-H Speech and Demonstration Contest
Author: Alissa Ackerman
Major Program: Communications & Expressive Arts
Public speaking was identified as a significant area of need by both the Clay County Extension Council and 4-H Council members. This concern was echoed by students across various classrooms, who expressed that public speaking felt intimidating and uncomfortable.As part of Clay County’s commitment to preparing youth with essential life skills, a collaborative program was launched to address this challenge. In partnership with local schools, teachers, and parents, Clay County 4-H created an
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