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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


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





4016 - Workforce Preparation – 4-H Youth Development
4016.1) 57

Number of individuals who reported learning new skills to prepare or improve themselves for the workforce as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.2) 29

Number of participants who reported that they improved their job interview skills as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.3) 112

Number of participants who reported an improvement in their personal skills (e.g., communication, networking, time management) as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.4) 112

Number of participants who reported improvement in their confidence to implement employment strategies as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.5) 66

Number of participants who reported that they learned strategies for managing their work-life responsibilities as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.6) 29

Number of participants who developed a resume as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.7) 0

Number of participants who gained an increase in salary/income as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.8) 168

Number of participants who gained new employment as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.



Success Stories

Reality Checks for High School Juniors

Author: Melissa Schenck

Major Program: Workforce Preparation – 4-H Youth Development

Reality Checks for High School Juniors

In the United States, more than 60% of adults live paycheck to paycheck including those 40% who make over six figures according to a study done by LendingClub. With staggering statistics like that, it is evident that we must take the time to teach youth about their finances and the importance of living within their means. In the past, the Washington County Extension Office had partnered with Washington County Schools to host a powerful learning experience for each 8th grader called Reality Store

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Washington County Food Pantry- Filling Stomachs and Hearts!

Author: Melissa Schenck

Major Program: Workforce Preparation – 4-H Youth Development

The Washington County Food Pantry, located at the Washington County TEL Center, is more than a food distribution site—it's a community cornerstone built on compassion, collaboration, and commitment. Operated through a partnership between the Washington County Family Resource and Youth Services Center (FRYSC) and the Washington County Extension Office, the pantry continues to be a source of nourishment and hope for local families.The pantry’s story began more than 15 years ago wit

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