Success Story4-H Capitol Experience
4-H Capitol Experience
Author: Susan Campbell
Planning Unit: Anderson County CES
Major Program: Civic Engagement
Plan of Work: Leadership Skills for Youth and Adults
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:
- Developing a positive relationship between elected officials, 4-H members, 4-H Agents, and 4-H volunteer leaders.
- Increasing the knowledge of civics and state government in Kentucky 4-H participants.
- Increasing the knowledge of 4-H Youth Development programs to state elected officials.
- Increasing a sense of responsibility in Kentucky 4-H members to take an active role in local and state government.
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.
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