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| 4021 - Agriculture & Natural Resources | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4021.1) | 250 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in AG 4-H programming |
| 4021.2) | 15 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in AG 4-H programming |
| 4021.3) | 250 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in NR 4-H programming |
| 4021.4) | 15 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in NR 4-H programming |
Author: Alyssa Cox
Major Program: Agriculture & Natural Resources
The problemAccording to the National Home Education Research Institute, there were about 3.1 million homeschooled students in 2021-2022 in grades K-12 in the United States. The number of homeschooled students has significantly increased since the COVID-19 pandemic. When children are taught in a home setting, there may be limited opportunities for them to interact with other children and develop the social-emotional skills acquired in group settings. In Rockcastle County, the homeschooling commun
Author: Alyssa Cox
Major Program: Agriculture & Natural Resources
The problemBy teaching young people about the natural world in which we live, we can encourage sustainable practices and informed decision-making. The 4-H Environmental Education Camp is an opportunity for young people to learn about natural resources in a safe outdoor setting. Rockcastle County Gifted and Talented students were eager to learn more about the world around them. These students typically perform at higher levels in academic settings compared to their age peers, often excelling in o
