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Impact Report

For plan Youth Development (Eddy County)
Date October 6, 2008, 3:45 pm
For Objective Short-term Show short-term objectives
Impact Report 1. Two 4-H members attended a Record Book Training conducted by the 4-H Agent. Youth received hands on training on how to maintain records, what a record book consists of, and how to complete a record book. The training increased knowledge about record books and increased mastery skills, such as keeping records and learning to learn. Thirteen 4-H members attended Showmanship Clinics held twice a week during the month of July. Youth received hands on training related to showmanship, nutrition, and fitting. The clinics increased knowledge about showmanship and increased mastery skills, such as goal setting and decision making. Four 4-H members attended a Record Book Work Day conducted by the 4-H Agent. Youth received assistance with completing all record sheets and record books. The training increased knowledge and mastery skills, such as keeping records and decision making. 2. County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. Eleven novice youth advanced to District level competition. Contest areas included livestock judging, wildlife, wool, crops, consumer decision making, home economic skill-a-thon, horse judging, parliamentary procedure, and fashion revue. Youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by teamwork and positive attitudes. Eighty youth participated in the Eddy County Fair showcasing their development of life skills through livestock projects. Over 500 livestock were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. Over $300,000 was paid to Eddy County 4-H Members through premiums, junior livestock auctions and fair related scholarships. 83% of Eddy County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to livestock, horse, rabbit, and poultry as evidenced by the quality of animals shown and the amount of ribbons won. One Fair Board Member stated: “The quality of animals at this year’s fair was the best yet.” 3. Ten 4-H youth served as keynote speakers, emcees, pledge leaders and presenters at the annual Eddy County 4-H Achievement Awards, increasing their public speaking skills and giving leadership to the overall program. Members received pins and various awards in recognition of their achievements and increase in life skills throughout the 2007-2008 program year. One hundred and fifty members, leaders and guests attended the event. 4. County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. Eight hundred youth gained knowledge related to agriculture through Kids, Kows, and More. They also learned life skills, such as learning to learn and healthy lifestyle choices, and developed a better understanding of agriculture as evidenced by evaluations from teachers. County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. Five hundred youth gained knowledge related to agriculture and water conservation through a Water Festival. They also learned life skills, such as learning to learn and developed a concern for others. Also, by talking with teachers, it was determined students developed a better understanding on why it is important to conserve water. County Extension personnel provided quality educational experiences to the Boys and Girls Club. 40 youth ranging in age from six to thirteen gained knowledge related to rocketry, gardening, photography, and super snacking. They also gained skills related to goal setting, social skills, self-motivation, self-esteem, and healthy lifestyles as evidenced by the quality of projects the youth made for the Eddy County Fair. 5. Youth serve in leadership roles at the club level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Appointed Council Delegate, Pledge Leaders, and Committee Members. Youth received training in the following areas through Club, County and Multi-County trainings: Parliamentary Procedure, Teamwork, Goal Setting, Organization, and Public Speaking. Youth actively involved in Club Leadership gained knowledge and skills related to planning/organizing, social skills, nurturing relationships, contributions to a group effort, and self-responsibility as evidenced by the amount of youth involved with their club activities and club planning and an increase number of youth attending 4-H council meetings.