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Impact Report

For plan Youth Development (Curry County)
Date October 14, 2008, 10:54 pm
For Objective Short-term Show short-term objectives
Impact Report Quilt Curriculum & Workshops Home Economist in collaboration with Curry County Home Economist completed the NM 4-H Quilt Project. The curriculum was submitted for National Awards in both the National Extension Association of 4-H Agents where it received a National Award Winner for Educational Piece and to the National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences and placed as a Regional Award Winner. This curriculum was tested by Curry County 4-H members for 7 years. This year five members along with help from their adult helpers completed either a Rag Time Quilt or a Quick and Easy Throw, along with the Quick and Easy Pillowcase from the project. Many of these quilts were entered into the fair. As a result of these workshops, these completed quilts give so much satisfaction for the participants and help develop their self esteem. In addition to this they have learned skills associated with sewing. Progressive Ag Farm Safety Day This activity is nationally sponsored and provides youth in rural communities an awareness of potential dangers of farm and rural life. Even youth from the larger urban areas gain an awareness of dangers they may be exposed to as well. Curry and Roosevelt Co. Extension Services coordinate this camp, the largest in the US, along with Plateau Telecommunications, local fire and police departments, Home Health Care, Curry Co. Farm Bureau, State Parks Department, Roosevelt Co. Rural Electric Cooperative and Farmer’s Electric Cooperative, Curry Co. Health Department and numerous volunteers each fall. The cooperation of all involved allow this two day event to take place and provide learning experiences for 1214, 3rd grade students and 220 adults from schools in Curry Co., Roosevelt Co, and some of the Parmer Co. Texas schools. Home Economist plans and organizes the lunch which is provided for the participants. Kids, Kows and More Kids, Kows and More is an excellent learning opportunity for the 4th grade students from Curry, Roosevelt Counties and several nearby Texas counties. This program takes place each spring with the help of other organizations like Southwest Dairy Farmers, Curry Co, Farm Bureau and other area agriculture organizations and businesses and is coordinated by the Curry and Roosevelt County Cooperative Extension Offices. The hands on opportunity with learning stations that include the basic agriculture crops and resources produced in these two counties, teaches students and adults about the production and consumer uses of these products. Texas schools. This opportunity will help students have a better appreciation of how agriculture impacts their lives. Home Economist plans and organizes the lunch which is provided for the participants. At Kids, Kows and More 888 students, 92 teachers and 101 volunteers were present. County/District Contest County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 47 novice and junior youth advanced to District level competition. Contest Areas included Crops, Favorite Foods, Livestock Judging, Public Speaking, Wildlife, Clothing Revue, Land, Home-Economics Skill-a-Thon, Horticulture, Air Rifle, Archery, Horse and Poetry. 100% of youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by team camaraderie, positive sportsmanship and completion of project related activities. County/State Contest County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 27 senior youth advanced to State level competition. Contest Areas included Crops, Favorite Foods, Livestock Judging, Horticulture, Land, Wildlife and Home-Economics Bowl. 100% of youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by team camaraderie, positive sportsmanship and completion of project related activities. 4-H Banquet 8 4-H youth served as keynote speakers, emcees, pledge leaders and presenters at the annual County 4-H Banquet, increasing their public speaking skills and giving leadership to the overall program. Members received plaques and medals in recognition of their achievements and increase in life skills related to mastery, belonging, generosity and independence throughout the 2006-2007 program year. 89 members, leaders and guests attended the event. The growth and development of the participating 4-H members is evident through their abilities to complete a record book, set and obtain goals and the leadership skills they exhibit as they set up the facilities and decorations and conduct the program of the day in a professional manner. It is a privilege to see their development from year to year. County Council Youth serve in leadership roles at the county level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Appointed Leadership, Event Coordinator and/or Committee Chair/Member. Youth received training in the following areas through County and Multi-County trainings: Parliamentary Procedure, Public Speaking, Recreation and Goal Setting. 80% of youth actively involved in the County Council gained mastery of skills related to leadership as evidenced in an increased willingness to serve as leaders in their local clubs and their community.