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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




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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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