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| 4001 - 4-H Youth Development Programming | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4001.1) | 1000 |
Number of youth who indicated they know how to use information they are given to make decisions |
| 4001.2) | 150 |
Number of youth who can comfortably talk to others about their thoughts and feelings |
| 4001.3) | 151 |
Number of youth who indicate they are connected to caring adults who are interested in their success |
| 4001.4) | 160 |
Number of youth who apply the skills learned in 4-H and in other activities at home, school or in the community |
| 4001.5) | 35 |
Number of youth who reported that they can set and accomplish a goal |
Author: Paula Tarry
Major Program: 4-H Youth Development Programming
4-H Member retention has always been a concern with many members joining early at the ages of 9 and 10 and dropping out at ages 12 to 14. According to research (Ritchie and Resler, 1993) reasons for drop-out rate included: displeased with their 4-H club (boring meetings, not enough project help), too busy with sports or too busy with a job; lacked understanding of the 4-H program, its goals, activities, events and time commitment; never felt welcome or part of the group; and project groups didn&
