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)
4081.3)
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)
4081.2)
916
Number of youth who participated in project, activity, or event for science, engineering, and technology projects (PRACTICE)
4081.1)
855
Number of youth who indicated they are interested in learning more about science, engineering, or technology projects (KOSA)
Major Program: Science, Engineering, and Technology
Importance of ProgramAccording to the Kentucky Department of Education, in 2019 on average, 59.1% of elementary students tested at below expectations in science in most Laurel County elementary schools. Whereas some schools such as Colony and Camp Ground Elementaries only had 21.9% and 24.5% of their students test at proficient or higher in science. Today's youth need Science, Engineering, and Technology (SET) exposure and experiences to help youth build critical thinking skills and begin to
