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| 4031 - Family and Consumer Sciences 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4031.1) | 256 |
Number of youth who reported that they followed instructions step-by-step to do or make things themselves |
| 4031.2) | 87 |
Number of youth who reported that they followed safe practices |
| 4031.3) | 51 |
Number of youth who reported that they demonstrated what they learned to do for themselves |
| 4031.4) | 709 |
Number of youth who are more aware of preparing and eating healthy, local food |
Author: Bonita Jolly
Major Program: Family and Consumer Sciences 4-H Core Curriculum
In today’s fast paced society, we are often more concerned about social media than our own physical well being. For instance, according to the 2016-17 data from the National Survey of Children’s Health KY ranks 3rd in the nation (19.3%) of kids 10-17 years of age being obese or overweight. At the same time it is reported that youth 12-17 in KY have a significantly lower amount of physical activity (a minimum of 60 minutes per day) than the national average of 18.5%.  
Author: Chandra DeRamus
Major Program: Family and Consumer Sciences 4-H Core Curriculum
This youth program for the Mission Hope for Kids located in Elizabethtown, KY focused on enhancing life skills for teen audiences and improving eating habits of the youth. The teens engaged in programs where they learned resume writing techniques and cover letters. In addition, they got the chance to explore various careers in Agriculture, STEM, Healthcare, Business, Education, and Family & Consumer Sciences. Each teen got a chance to really explore some of the requirements
