4051 - Health 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
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4051.1) | 664 |
Number of youth that report making healthy lifestyle choices |
4051.2) | 22 |
Number of youth that report not engaging in risky behavior |
4051.3) | 25 |
Number of youth that report feeling good about themselves |
4051.4) | 74 |
Number of youth that report that they know how to handle stress |
Author: Katie Mills
Major Program: Health 4-H Core Curriculum
During Spring Break, Hopkins County hosted several programs during the day to build a healthier lifestyle with a day full of hands-on learning. A “Let’s Get Moving” program was hosted at the Extension Office with seventeen youth in attendance. This was an eight hour program that involved exercise, health knowledge, and making a nutritious lunch. According to stateofobesity.org, Kentucky ranks as the
Author: Katie Mills
Major Program: Health 4-H Core Curriculum
Hopkins County ranks 4th highest in the state for childhood obesity, and 53th out of 120 counties for overall health outcomes. One important factor that contributes to obesity and health outcomes is healthy eating. In an effort to combat these problems, the Hopkins County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Science, in partnership with the SNAP-Ed. Assistant, Hopkins County Agents for 4-H and Youth Development, Hopkins County Agent for Horticulture, the Hopkins County Health Department, an