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| 4021 - Agriculture | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4021.4) | 546 |
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) |
| 4021.3) | 1050 |
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) |
| 4021.2) | 947 |
Number of youth who gained an understanding of the role of agriculture in the production of food, fiber, and wood products (KOSA) |
| 4021.1) | 1505 |
Number of youth who demonstrated a skill that was learned or improved by participating in 4-H agriculture programming (PRACTICE) |
Author: Hollyn Howard
Major Program: Agriculture
"Life-skill development through hands-on learning is a cornerstone of 4-H youth programs. 4-H projects embrace youth life-skill development by providing means to encourage young people to become responsible, productive citizens (Ward, 1996). Participation in the 4-H horse project and non-riding competitive horse-related contests are tools for youth to develop life skills such as leadership, sportsmanship, and handling pressure while simultaneously enhancing their horse knowledge. For youth
Author: Hollyn Howard
Major Program: Agriculture
Embryology was a very sought after program within Nelson County. I had received many calls requesting this program before this grant was released. The program allows classrooms to check out an incubator, brooding box materials (if not provided by school), thermometers, candlers, a peeps calendar, and additional educational resources. The Chicken Embryology program was taught using the 4-H curriculum in collaboration with SNAP Ed curriculum to incorporate nutrition as well. Surveys indicated
