Extension
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| 4061 - Health | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4061.1) | 132 |
Number of youth who were educated on health and well-being through 4-H programs (KOSA) |
| 4061.2) | 13 |
Number of youth who indicated they made healthy lifestyle choices as a result of what they learned through 4-H programming (PRACTICE) |
| 4061.6) | 0 |
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) |
| 4061.4) | 0 |
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) |
| 4061.3) | 25 |
Number of youth who indicated they increased their daily number of servings of fruits and vegetables eaten as a result of 4-H programs (PRACTICE) |
Author: Stacey Potts
Major Program: Health
Unintentional injury, while declining, remains the leading cause of death among children ages 19 and under. (Source: Safekids.org) To raise awareness and demonstrate techniques children can use to prevent unintentional injury, the Daviess County Cooperative Extension Service applied for and received a grant from the Progressive Agriculture Foundation to host a Progressive Agriculture Youth Safety Day. The grant provided access to training, along with educational and planning ma
Author: Sharayha Clingenpeel
Major Program: Health
The migrant population is one of the fastest growing populations in Daviess County. All youth from the migrant population in the Daviess County Public School System, grades k-8th, were invited to participate in the ELL Migrant Program called Camp Curiosity. Over 250 youth signed up and are currently participating in this month-long program at Deer Park Elementary. The Daviess Co. Extension Service served as one of the “Specials” classes for 2 days. Day 1 youth received a MyPlate less
Author: Stacey Potts
Major Program: Health
The benefits of yoga are many. In addition to the physical fitness aspect, studies of yoga for kids suggest the practice can help reduce stress, improve stress management and coping skills, increase confidence, promote a healthy body image, and improve social skills. Using the Yoga for Kids curriculum from the University of Arkansas, Daviess County 4-H conducted a six week yoga session at a local group girls’ home. The residents of the home have experienced abuse, neglect
