Shelby County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2018 - Jun 30, 2019





4041 - Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum
4041.1) 54

Number of youth who indicate they listen to people who have different ideas

4041.2) 162

Number of youth who indicate they can finish a job they started

4041.3) 54

Number of youth who indicate they can take responsibility for their actions

4041.5) 168

Number of 4-H members leading a project group or project club

4041.6) 30

Number of 4-H members serving as direct mentors to younger youth

4041.7) 15

Number of youth reported being a better leader (due to skills improved through Extension programming)

4041.4) 42

Number of youth provided with diversity focused education



Success Stories

Kentucky 4-H Summitt

Author: Regina Browning

Major Program: Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum

According to research, middle school is a time where young people find their place in this world, they are exploring where their strengths and interests align (Fagell. P.L., 2019). Therefore, it is imperative to provide positive experiences where young people may explore the world in a safe environment. Due to the decline in enrollment numbers throughout the middle school years in 4-H programming, Kentucky 4-H hosts the Kentucky 4-H Summit Leadership Conference for middle schoolers (grades 6-8)

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4-H Teen Council Serves Community

Author: Regina Browning

Major Program: Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum

The 40 Developmental Assets identify the critical qualities, experiences and relationships that help young people become competent, caring and responsible adults. Caring is one those assets that 4-H members can master through community service.  According to the Search Institute, young people who place a high value on caring are more likely to promote and model positive rather than negative behaviors. The Shelby County 4-H Teen Council members are learning these important skills throug

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