Author: Raymond Cox
Major Program: Leadership 4-H Core Curriculum
A component of 4-H Teen Conference this summer was a leadership development experience, where adults and 4-H youth leaders led delegates through a common leadership experience. All delegates experienced the opportunity to network and belong to a group of individuals, explore personal communication styles, and work in a team environment through a community service project. Of the 590 youth attending, 75% of 4-H Teen Conference delegates reported feeling connected to their leadership group. Forty-
Author: Kimberly Schrader
Motivation and the use of incentives are important to positive youth development. 4-H Youth Development programs provide opportunities for creativity in a learn-by-doing environment and encourage youth to become involved in projects and activities. The 4-H Achievement Program intends to recognize 4-H participants who have outstanding accomplishments, and to provide incentives for youth to increase their knowledge, skills and abilities. The overall 4-H Achievement Program design includes th
Author: Elijah Wilson
4-H is the largest youth development organization in Cumberland County. Agriculture, Communication, and Leadership education is incorporated into all 4-H programs in Cumberland County. 4-H members learn about the concept of leadership, their role as a leader, and how to effectively lead small groups and teams toward common goals within their community, county, state and beyond.4-H members grow to become engaged leaders who can make a difference and they are the ones who will be tasked with solvi
Author: Virginia Harper
Kentucky 4-H Teen ConferenceRachel E. Noble, Ed.D.June 11-14, 2018Through the 94th Annual Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference, 4-H’ers from across the Commonwealth developed leadership and teamwork skills, improved communication skills, became involved in civic life, expanded knowledge related to a 4-H core content area: communication/citizenship, health, natural resources, agriculture, expressive arts, family consumer sciences, and science, engineering, and technology. The participants fostered
2018 Kentucky Volunteer ForumVolunteers play integral roles in 4-H programs, performing a variety of duties, functions, and tasks and possessing varied and rich knowledge, skills, and backgrounds (Radhakrishna & Ewing, 2011). The success of Extension programming is due, in part, to the dedication of a large cadre of volunteers (Smith, Dasher, & Klingborg, 2005). Although highly valued, volunteer involvement does not guarantee achievement of Extension's goals and fulfillment of learne
2018 Kentucky 4-H Summit Extension Specialist for 4-H Youth Development Research suggests distinctive characteristics of young adolescents (middle school aged youth) regarding their physical, cognitive, moral, psychological, and social-emotional development, as well as spiritual development (Scales, 2010). Young adolescents (middle school aged youth) warrant educational experiences and schools that are organized to address their physical, intellectual, emotional/psychological, moral/ethical
Author: Paul Adkins
Boone County Schools identified a need for leadership education with their students. The school district realized that students identified as a leader in the gifted and talented program in 4th and 5th grades were limited on opportunities to grow their leadership skills. Some schools use leadership education with 4-H to fulfill this need while others identify students that could benefit from developed leadership skills. According to the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learni
Author: Trent Adkins
Volunteers play integral roles in 4-H programs, performing a variety of duties, functions, and tasks and possessing varied and rich knowledge, skills, and backgrounds (Radhakrishna & Ewing, 2011). The success of Extension programming is due, in part, to the dedication of a large cadre of volunteers (Smith, Dasher, & Klingborg, 2005). Although highly valued, volunteer involvement does not guarantee achievement of Extension's goals and fulfillment of learners' needs (Bolton, 1992).
Author: Rebecca Stahler
Studies of camping programs have focused primarily on benefits to campers. Campers benefit in many ways that enhance their overall development, such as making new friends, learning new skills, and becoming more independent and responsible (American Camp Association, 2005; Arnold, Bourdeau, & Nagele, 2005; Garst & Bruce, 2003; Marsh, 1999). Similar benefits may pertain to camp counselors, because they also experience the camp environment. However, the added challenges faced by those who h
Author: Kimberly Ragland
In the fall of 2017, the Boyle County 4-H Teen Club set a goal of traveling out of state to complete a community service project related to natural disaster relief in the southern United States. Teens researched opportunities in disaster-stricken areas and communicated with relief agencies in both Texas and Louisiana. After confirming participation with Rebuilding Hope in New Orleans and Rebuilding Together New Orleans, six teens made arrangements to stay in New Orleans over th
Author: Jeremiah Johnson
4-H youth development programs within Extension depend heavily on adult volunteers and provide extensive education to volunteer leaders. 4-H traditionally focuses on positive youth development, but adult volunteers are the mainstay of the programs. A study of Ohio 4-H agents revealed that they believed orienting volunteers is important but lack information on whether their training programs or teaching strategies are effective (Deppe & Culp, 2001). Non-systematic training and the lack of vol
Through the 94th Annual Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference, 8 4-Hers from Boyle County developed leadership and teamwork skills, improved communication skills, became involved in civic life, and expanded their knowledge related to 4-H core content areas. The participants fostered a sense of belonging through networking, engaged in youth-adult partnerships, and became acquainted with the University of Kentucky to aid in college and career readiness. Through 4-H Teen Conference, all delegates gained six
Author: Mollie Tichenor
Author: Lloyd Saylor
Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference Rachel E. Noble, Ed.D. Modified by Lloyd G. SaylorJune 11-14, 2018 As documented below, KY 4-H Teen Conference is an outstanding activity in our 4-H Youth Development Program. Butler County was took our largest delegation ever. A total of 14 individuals, which included, 1 State 4-H Officer Candidate, 1 State 4-H Teen Council Delegate, 4 members of KY 4-H Leadership Boards, 6 4-H Teen Delegates, 1 Adult Volunteer and agent and an Extens
2018 Kentucky Volunteer ForumButler Co. was well represented at 2018’s Kentucky Volunteer Forum. Two Performing Arts Troupe members, Two Science Engineering and Technology Board members and one agent presented workshops, plus 5 adult and teen delegates. This is the 2nd largest delegation from Butler Co. ever. Our people presented workshops on wearable technology, GPS systems, Drone’s, and Aerospace. Our PAT members performed for the as
Author: Julie Brown
Volunteers are the heart of the 4-H program. Extension offices across the state rely on volunteers to extend the reach of their Cooperative Extension programs. It is imperative that volunteers get the proper resources, tools and information to teach 4-H members and other extension clientele. In February 2018, a core group of extension agents (including both Warren County 4-H Agents) hosted the Kentucky Volunteer Forum in Lexington, KY to provide a wide range of workshop topics to volu
Research suggests distinctive characteristics of young adolescents (middle school aged youth) regarding their physical, cognitive, moral, psychological, and social-emotional development, as well as spiritual development (Scales, 2010). Young adolescents (middle school aged youth) warrant educational experiences and schools that are organized to address their physical, intellectual, emotional/psychological, moral/ethical, spiritual, and social developmental characteristics (Caskey & Anfara, 2
Author: Kendriana Price
The Jr. MANRRS Leadership Institute allows students to explore opportunities that the University of Kentucky, specifically the College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, has to offer. This two-day experience is open to students of all ethnic and racial backgrounds from across the state in grades 7-12. Staying true to the mission of MANRRS, promoting academic and professional advancement by empowering minorities in agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences, students are engaged
