Extension
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| 4041 - Family and Consumer Science | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4041.2) | 15 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in FCS 4-H Programming |
| 4041.1) | 556 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in FCS 4-H Programming |
Author: Julia Wilson
Major Program: Family and Consumer Science
Basic cooking skills are becoming increasingly uncommon among youth. Recognizing the importance of culinary skills and their positive impact on various aspects of life, the 4-H Agent collaborated with LeGrande Elementary School Librarian to teach and provide resources for WIN (What I Need) Elective classes. The program, conducted during the first nine weeks of school, engaged nine 8th grade students in weekly morning sessions before school. Five of these students had completed culinary classes t
Author: Julia Wilson
Major Program: Family and Consumer Science
Nearly 15% of Hart County residents are food insecure. That means they are uncertain of having, or unable to acquire, enough food. (Kentucky By the Numbers). Inflation has increased food insecurity. People are looking for ways to stretch their dollars and to become more self-sufficient.The Hart County Extension Office has offered free seeds to the public for the past four years thanks to donations from Rural King in Glasgow and Ace Hardware in Munfordville. The staff created a “
