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)
4022.12)
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)
4022.11)
281
Number of youth who have gained an understanding of ecosystems in Kentucky (KOSA)
4022.2)
281
Number of youth who used the skills and knowledge learned in 4-H to conserve natural resources (PRACTICE)
4022.1)
281
Number of youth who demonstrated a skill that was learned or improved by participating in 4-H natural resource programming (PRACTICE)
In Kentucky, we have an abundant supply of natural resources that impact our daily lives. To preserve these resources, we must educate our youth on being good stewards. Over 255 fifth-grade students participated in 2022 Earth Day, sponsored by Mercer County Extension Service. The program's goal was to educate youth about environmental awareness and sound environmental practices. Students spent 20 minutes at ten different stations: Solar Energy, Horticulture, Geology, Entomology, Soil, Water,