Success StoryThriving in 4-H: In Their Own Words Series…Part 2 of 4



Thriving in 4-H: In Their Own Words Series…Part 2 of 4

Author: Lena Mallory

Planning Unit: Marshall County CES

Major Program: Community Vitality and Leadership – 4-H Youth Development

Plan of Work: Healthy Living Lifestyles for Youth, Families & Community

Outcome: Long-Term Outcome

The 4-H Thriving Model is the science-grounded in practice that describes the “magic” of 4-H.  This model takes the science to explain the growth/thriving  process of youth because of their 4-H involvement.   Moving from the Developmental Context (4-H Programs) to Youth Thriving (Social, Emotional and Cognitive Learning) to Development Outcomes (Positive Youth Development) to Long-Term Outcomes.   

 

The 4-H Thriving Model is best envisioned through what’s become commonly known as “The Flower Model.”  Thinking of the various stages of the 4-H Thriving Model as a flower growing and thriving is best way to envision the growth/impact on not only youth, but their families as well.  This series of success stories will show the impact Marshall County 4-H Youth Development programs have had on youth who are grown into positive, contributing members of society.

 

Marshall County 4-H”s second “In Their Own Words” is a father whose two sons were involved in the 4-H Shooting Sports program.  The youngest also attended 4-H Camp for at least 2-3 summers.  The father was an active volunteer in 4-H including the County 4-H Council and other Extension leadership roles.  In his own words…

 

4-H was so good for our sons.  First for our oldest.  He had tried several sports but nothing seemed to fit him.  I san article in the paper about 4-H Sharp Shooters and thought that would be great for him as we used firearms and hunted a lot.  It taught him self confidence and discipline.   He learned how to work with others on a team.  He learned how to serve his community also.  The our youngest son, joined in.  He couldn’t wait until he got old enough to participate.  I even decided to get certified to coach several disciplines.   It was truly a family affair.   Thanks to Ms. Lena (Marshall County 4-HYD Agent) and Ms. Carol (Past 4-H Program Assistant) for leading us!  I sure miss Ms. Carol and all of the 4-H gang.


The Development Outcomes/Positive Youth Development (aka the “stem”) of the 4-H Thrive Model include positive academic attitude, social competence, personal standards, connection with others, personal responsibility, and contribution.  In these father’s own words, he describes his sons achieving growth in the “stem” or Positive Youth Development outcomes of the 4-H Thriving Model.






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