Success StoryWorkforce Prep



Workforce Prep

Author: Carrie Derossett

Planning Unit: Logan County CES

Major Program: 4-H College and Career Readiness (8-12 Grade Only)

Plan of Work: Community Leadership and Economic Development

Outcome: Initial Outcome

Workforce Prep

Program Year: 2019-20

By: Carrie Derossett and Rachel Hance


In the United States, only 1/3 of high school seniors are college-ready. Only 1/3 of high school graduates are work-ready.


Kentucky Student Transitions - (2016-2017)

College        54.7%

Technical Training    5%

Military            3%

Working        23.4%

Other            13.8%

Sources: Kentucky Dept of Education (2019)

US Dept of Education (2019)        


4-H Programs, such as Logan County 4-H’s Workforce Prep, provide Members with academic & social enrichment complimenting and enhancing formal learning, aligning with benchmarks and developing essential 21st Century Skills for Success.

178 Logan County middle school youth participate in 4-H College and Career Educational Programs through our Workforce Prep program. After completion of the program, students are ready to fill out an application, construct a resume and cover letter, and have the skills that they need to take to an interview. 100% of participants are able to do a proper handshake, complete an application, and participate in a mock interview.







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