Shelby County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 4016 - Workforce Preparation – 4-H Youth Development | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4016.1) | 86 |
Number of individuals who reported learning new skills to prepare or improve themselves for the workforce as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach. |
| 4016.2) | 2 |
Number of participants who reported that they improved their job interview skills as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach. |
| 4016.3) | 36 |
Number of participants who reported an improvement in their personal skills (e.g., communication, networking, time management) as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach. |
| 4016.4) | 36 |
Number of participants who reported improvement in their confidence to implement employment strategies as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach. |
| 4016.5) | 91 |
Number of participants who reported that they learned strategies for managing their work-life responsibilities as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach. |
| 4016.6) | 9 |
Number of participants who developed a resume as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach. |
| 4016.7) | 0 |
Number of participants who gained an increase in salary/income as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach. |
| 4016.8) | 0 |
Number of participants who gained new employment as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach. |
Success Stories
Money Matters
Author: Candice Hollingsworth
Major Program: Workforce Preparation – 4-H Youth Development
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 Money Matters progr
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Adulting Workshop for High School Seniors
Author: Regina Browning
Major Program: Workforce Preparation – 4-H Youth Development
As high school seniors approach graduation, they are also approaching a shift in independence as they move into adulthood. Self-reliance and self-sufficiency are important as young adults begin to navigate the world around them. Providing them with lessons in basic life skills can give young people confidence in their newfound independence whether they plan to go away to college or enter the workforce. The Shelby County 4-H Agent and the Shelby County High School Youth Service Center (YSC)
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