Fayette County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024
| 4081 - Science, Engineering, and Technology | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4081.1) | 3760 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in SET 4-H Programming |
| 4081.2) | 20 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in SET 4-H Programming |
Success Stories
Dissections in December
Author: Genaea Sarantakos
Major Program: Science, Engineering, and Technology
The problem: 4th grade teachers expressed interest in cow eye dissection to help solidify the following Core Content Standards:4-LS1-2. Use a model to describe that animals receive different types of information through their senses, process the information in their brains, and respond to the information in different ways. Emphasis is on systems of information transfer.4-PS4-2. Develop a model to describe that light reflecting from objects and entering the eye allows objects to be seen. Exa
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4-H STEM: Suture and First Aid
Author: Genaea Sarantakos
Major Program: Science, Engineering, and Technology
The problemFollowing our December dissection lab, our 4-H community requested more hands- on STEM opportunities for youth to participate in. The educational program responseWith the help of 4 UK Medical School students who expressed interest in volunteering with 4-H, they created and hosted a highly hands-on workshop for youth to explore medical sciences. Youth learned and experienced suturing, how to splint injuries, stop the bleed, and treat burns.The participants/target audience4-H youth
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STEM Lab: Dissections
Author: Genaea Sarantakos
Major Program: Science, Engineering, and Technology
The problem4th grade teachers expressed interest in cow eye dissection to help solidify the following Core Content Standards:4-LS1-2. Use a model to describe that animals receive different types of information through their senses, process the information in their brains, and respond to the information in different ways. Emphasis is on systems of information transfer.4-PS4-2. Develop a model to describe that light reflecting from objects and entering the eye allows objects to be seen. Examples o
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Afterschool Programs
Author: Lucas Powell
Major Program: Science, Engineering, and Technology
In a larger county like Fayette, getting the word out about our programs can sometimes be challenging. One great way to get youth involved is by bringing the programs to them in the classroom. Thankfully, Fayette County has schools to spare and is only growing. One great way I have found to build relationships with the schools is to start out by partnering with the FRC/YSC. Our Afterschool Program at Garret Morgan Elementary has been a success. During this program, we cover a wide range of
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