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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Laurel County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





4041 - Family and Consumer Science
4041.1) 1034

Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in FCS 4-H Programming

4041.2) 5

Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in FCS 4-H Programming



Success Stories

Laurel County 4-H: Bringing Life Skills to the Classroom

Author: Elizabeth Easley

Major Program: Family and Consumer Science

In 2024, the Laurel County Community Needs Assessment identified youth life skills training as a top priority. Norman and Jordan (2006) define life skills as “learned abilities” that help people function well in their daily lives. Families, schools, and community leaders voiced the same concern: youth need practical skills to help them succeed in life.4-H life skill development meets this need. Through hands-on learning, 4-H teaches critical thinking, communication, and problem-solvi

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