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





3037 - Quality Arts Engagement & Experiences
3037.9) 72

Number of artists showcasing work (visual, literary, performing) through an Extension-led event

3037.7) 560

Number of participants reporting a new artistic experience

3037.1) 56

Number of participants engaged in Extension-led community art projects

3037.2) 120

Number of participants engaged in artistic activities that advance critical thinking

3037.3) 24

Number of participants engaged in an Extension-sponsored gallery exhibit

3037.8) 6

Number of professional artists participating in Extension programming

3037.5) 18

Number of participants reporting a change in the way they see their community as a result of extension arts involvement

3037.4) 0

Number of participants engaged in an Extension-led story circle

3037.6) 48

Number of participants reporting an increase in understanding the importance of arts engagement or artistic accomplishment

3037.10) 56

Number of artists reporting appreciation and/or validation of their artistic accomplishments

3037.11) 12

Number of teaching artists brought to community through Extension collaborations

3037.12) 6

Number of arts projects completed through extension programming

3037.13) 16

Number of opportunities for intergenerational creative engagement

3037.14) 6

Number of Extension-led arts programs receiving local, state, or national recognition



Success Stories

Art and Literature Connection - Early Elementary

Author: Kristy Porter

Major Program: Quality Arts Engagement & Experiences

The problemOur County Extension Council asked that, as a county, we offer programs targeted to young children. Studies have shown that intertwining literature with visual and expressive arts helps children improve their reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.The educational program responseThe Pike County Extension Community Arts program partnered with a local elementary school to introduce Art and Literature Connection, a program aimed at increasing reading comprehension, excitement

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