Extension
It Starts With Us
| 4041 - Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4041.1) | 98 |
Number of youth who indicate they listen to people who have different ideas |
| 4041.2) | 103 |
Number of youth who indicate they can finish a job they started |
| 4041.3) | 72 |
Number of youth who indicate they can take responsibility for their actions |
| 4041.5) | 12 |
Number of 4-H members leading a project group or project club |
| 4041.6) | 21 |
Number of 4-H members serving as direct mentors to younger youth |
| 4041.7) | 54 |
Number of youth reported being a better leader (due to skills improved through Extension programming) |
| 4041.4) | 49 |
Number of youth provided with diversity focused education |
Author: Alexandria Brasher
Major Program: Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum
According to research, middle school is a time where young people find their place in this world, they are exploring where their strengths and interests align (Fagell. P.L., 2019). Therefore, it is impreative to provide positive experiences where young people may explore the world in a safe environment. Due to the decline in enrollment numbers throughout the middle school years in 4-H programming, Kentucky 4-H hosts the Kentucky 4-H Summit Leadership Conference for middle schoolers (grades 6-8)
Author: Alexandria Brasher
Major Program: Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum
Leadership education builds several important assets in Kentucky youth and provides critical elements of youth development (Search Institute, 2004; Pittman, Irby & Ferber, 2001.) Youth who participate in leadership development opportunities are exposed to a variety of opportunities for personal development. Leadership activities help youth:-develop confidence in their leadership potential and their own sense of identity-improve their self-esteem-enhance their communication skills in sharing,
