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It Starts With Us
| 4041 - Family and Consumer Science | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4041.5) | 0 |
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) |
| 4041.3) | 169 |
Number of youth who practiced financial decision-making skills as a result of what they learned in 4-H (SEEC) |
| 4041.2) | 26 |
Number of youth who completed a 4-H Family and Consumer Science Project (PRACTICE) |
| 4041.1) | 42 |
Number of youth who participated in education related to family and consumer sciences (KOSA) |
| 4041.4) | 0 |
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) |
Author: Regina Browning
Major Program: Family and Consumer Science
According to 2021 Experian data, the average American holds a debt balance of $96,371. Young people will pick up and emulate the relationship with money and spending habits of the adults in their lives. This may set them up for lifelong financial struggles. A 2017 T. Rowe Price Survey stated that 69% of parents admit they are reluctant about broaching the topic of finances with their children. To help set kids on the right path, Shelby County 4-H provided a
