Livingston County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023





4022 - Natural Resources
4022.12) 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)

4022.11) 147

Number of youth who have gained an understanding of ecosystems in Kentucky (KOSA)

4022.2) 147

Number of youth who used the skills and knowledge learned in 4-H to conserve natural resources (PRACTICE)

4022.1) 147

Number of youth who demonstrated a skill that was learned or improved by participating in 4-H natural resource programming (PRACTICE)

4022.18) 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)



Success Stories

Trash to Treasure

Author: Sharee Schoonover

Major Program: Natural Resources

Trash to Treasure

Each year in Livingston County, we participate in a multi-county competition sponsored by our regional recycling center. We take the time to teach about the power of recycling and the importance of mindfulness about our environment, the students have the opportunity to take what they learned and channel their creativity into a “Trash Sculpture”. 35 Livingston County Elementary, Middle, and High School Students competed. Those who won their school contest moved on to compete in our co

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Youth and the environment

Author: Adam Barnes

Major Program: Natural Resources

According to the article “Why Is environmental Education Important for Kids” on the website Rubricon, Environmental education promotes critical and creative thinking skills and inspires kids to become more engaged with their communities. It helps kids understand why the environment is important and provides them with the building blocks they need to live eco-friendly and sustainable lives. (https://www.rubicon.com/blog/environmental-education-for-kids)  Many times youth do not h

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Spring Break in Georgia: Jekyll Island, and Savannah

Author: Sharee Schoonover

Major Program: Natural Resources

Spring Break in Georgia: Jekyll Island, and Savannah

According to the article “Why Is Environmental Education Important for Kids” on the website Rubricon, Environmental education promotes critical and creative thinking skills and inspires kids to become more engaged with their communities. It helps kids understand why the environment is important and provides them with the building blocks they need to live eco-friendly and sustainable lives. (https://www.rubicon.com/blog/environmental-education-for-kids) Many times youth do not have or

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