Russell County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023





4051 - Leadership
4051.1) 314

Number of youth who served as group leaders or officers (PRACTICE)

4051.2) 0

Number of youth who received education related to diversity and inclusivity (KOSA)

4051.3) 10

Number of youth who served as direct mentors to one or more younger youth (SEEC)

4051.5) 176

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)

4051.4) 164

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)



Success Stories

Exploring 4-H Day Camp

Author: Christina A. Martin

Major Program: Leadership

Exploring 4-H Day Camp

Several youth from ages 9-13 participated in an “Exploring 4-H Day Camp” in the summer of 2022.  Since the pandemic has required a rebuilding of the 4-H and Cooperative Extension Service programs, this day camp allowed younger youth to experience part of the array of activities and disciplines that 4-H had to offer.  The day began with learning about archery and shooting sports.  The youth learned the parts of a bow as well as safety protocols before actually getting o

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Citizenship Carries Responsibilities

Author: Christina A. Martin

Major Program: Leadership

The Russell County 4-H program collaborated with the Russell County School System to provide a citizenship program to 212 fifth grade youth.  Citizenship education increases the likelihood of engagement in community education and community service as well as the understanding of the political process.  During the 4-H club meetings, youth were introduced to the concept of a citizen, the qualities of a good citizen, American flag etiquette, American flag folding, and the emblems that rep

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