Extension
It Starts With Us
| 4041 - Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4041.1) | 162 |
Number of youth who indicate they listen to people who have different ideas |
| 4041.2) | 136 |
Number of youth who indicate they can finish a job they started |
| 4041.3) | 132 |
Number of youth who indicate they can take responsibility for their actions |
| 4041.4) | 0 |
Number of youth provided with diversity focused education |
| 4041.5) | 3 |
Number of 4-H members leading a project group or project club |
| 4041.6) | 0 |
Number of 4-H members serving as direct mentors to younger youth |
| 4041.7) | 0 |
Number of youth reported being a better leader (due to skills improved through Extension programming) |
Author: John McQueary
Major Program: Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum
Self esteem (character education) has been a cornerstone, the Rockcastle County Cooperative Extension Service as educational lesson plans are introduced into public and private schools and after school groups. The six pillars of character education: trustworthiness, responsibility, respect, caring, fairness and citizenship have enhanced the positive growth in self esteem of each class and classroom individual in Rockcastle County. One of the great benefits realized each year are teacher’s
Author: John McQueary
Major Program: Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum
During the school-age years, relationships with peers become the focus of a child’s attention. These years provide a child many opportunities to grow, learn social skills and develop conflict resolution skills. Unfortunately, sometimes relationships at this stage can be negative and harmful to the development of a child or young adolescent. In fact, 2010 statistics revealed that 1 of 7 children in grades kindergarten through 12th grade is either a bully or has been a victim of bullying. Bu
Author: John McQueary
Major Program: Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum
In June 2018, Rockcastle County traveled to London, Kentucky for a weekly camping session at JM Feltner 4H Camp. In attendance were 34 campers, 4 adult counselors and three (8) junior counselors in training. five of these youth were first time campers. Prior to leaving for camp, 100% of the campers and their guardians attended an orientation to discuss rules and guidelines for the week. Camp is an opportunity for many campers to “learn by doing” and expe
