Author: Ryan Farley
Planning Unit: Fayette County CES
Major Program: Leadership
Plan of Work: Leadership and Volunteer Development
Outcome: Initial Outcome
In a 2016 survey by the Annenberg Public Policy Center, one in four youth were unable to name the three branches of government. In addition, in July 2018 the Kentucky Revised Statute (KRS) 158.141 stated a student must pass a civics test at a rate of 60% or higher, composed of 100 questions to graduate from a public high school with a regular diploma. To address this need, Kentucky 4-H Capitol Experience was established with the objectives of:
Over 300 Kentucky 4-H Youth and extension personnel attended the 2023 Kentucky 4-H Capitol Experience event. Of the 4-H members participating in the event; (a) 41% had an interest (spark) in learning about state government processes, (b) 31% now understand the importance of being an informed citizen, (c) 28% of youth participating plan to register to vote as soon as they are eligible, and (d) 21% want to learn more about state and local government or run for office in their 4-H club.
After attending 4-H Capitol Experience a Woodford County 4-H Member stated, “It was really cool getting to meet (my state representatives) and getting to sit in a House of Representatives meeting! I didn't know most of what I know now. After going to the capital, I want to help (my representative) change some of the Veterinary laws he was talking about yesterday or even create my own bill!”
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