Nelson County CES Program Indicators and Success Stories - Jul 1, 2023

Nelson County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024

4041 - Family and Consumer Science
4041.2)	20	Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in FCS 4-H Programming
4041.1)	320	Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in FCS 4-H Programming

4041 - Family and Consumer Science

4041.2)

Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in FCS 4-H Programming

4041.1)

320

Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in FCS 4-H Programming

Success Stories

Passion Ignite at Foster Heights Elementary School

Author: Samantha Gabbard

Major Program: Family and Consumer Science

According to the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services 38% of Kentucky children ages 10-17 are considered overweight or obese. Many schools in Nelson County are bringing awareness to their students about making healthier lifestyle choices. In partnership with Foster Heights Elementary, Nelson County 4-H was able to participate in Passion Ignite and focus on healthy eating, by preparing a healthy snack in the classroom. Passion Ignite is an event that is hosted three times througho