Success StoryHealth Rocks Middle School 4-H Clubs
Health Rocks Middle School 4-H Clubs
Author: Dana Anderson
Planning Unit: Mercer County CES
Major Program: Substance Use and Mental Health – 4-H Youth Development
Plan of Work: Focus on Youth Health, Wellness, and Safety
Outcome: Intermediate Outcome
Health Rocks! is curricula for a healthy living program targeted at young people to educate youth on the consequences of tobacco, alcohol, e-cigarette/vaping, and drug use. The program focuses on youths' decision-making philosophy. It empowers them with the self-confidence and communication skills necessary to make responsible decisions and develop the skills to resist risky behaviors. Mercer County 4-H partnered with Mercer County and Burgin Independent Schools site-based committee to offer the program to 720 6-8 grade youth once a month. The program was implemented by 16 Mercer County 4-H Leadership Students and Extension Professionals. One of the program's goals is to give students the knowledge they need to make intelligent decisions about their personal health, lifestyle choices, and safety. The leadership students are equipped with detailed lesson plans each month to prepare them to teach. During the seven sessions (after the school year, students will be evaluated) 64% of the youth expressed they gained information and techniques that will prepare them to avoid risky situations.
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