4051 - Health 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
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4051.1) | 660 |
Number of youth that report making healthy lifestyle choices |
4051.2) | 0 |
Number of youth that report not engaging in risky behavior |
4051.3) | 0 |
Number of youth that report feeling good about themselves |
4051.4) | 0 |
Number of youth that report that they know how to handle stress |
Author: Lauren Neltner
Major Program: Health 4-H Core Curriculum
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Kentucky adult obesity rates are among the 10 highest in the United States; and Kentucky youth rank among the 10 highest for obesity as well. In 2017, the Union County Extension Service hosted a pedometer challenge in one elementary school in the county. This year (2018), both Uniontown Elementary and Sturgis Elementary Schools Wellness Committees were interested in encouraging their youth to create a healthier and active life