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Impact Report

For plan Youth Development (Eddy County)
Date October 19, 2009, 9:48 pm
For Objective Long-term Show long-term objectives
Impact Report 13. One youth attended the Senior Leadership Retreat held in Albuquerque. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to leadership, communication, community service volunteering, and social skills. 100% of youth reported an increase in knowledge and skills related to leadership, and basic life skills as evidenced by observations and discussions with the youth. One youth attended State 4-H Conference held at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces. Youth participated in hands on workshops and contests designed to increase life skills related to being, working, and giving. The workshops were responsible for an increase in knowledge, teamwork, and social skills. 14. County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. One senior youth advanced to State level competition. Contest areas included dairy judging. Youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by teamwork and positive attitudes. 14. Seven youth participated in the National Western Stock Show showcasing their development of life skills through livestock exhibits. Fourteen head of livestock were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to self-responsibility, communication, learning to learn, and self-discipline, as evidenced by the quality of animals shown and the amount of ribbons won. 15. Local Club Meetings & Programs – 98% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through demonstrations and leadership roles in their local club. Radio Programs & Other Media – 20% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increased public speaking and communication skills by providing ads for the local radio stations related to the Eddy County Fair and National 4-H Week. County 4-H Council Meetings & Programs – 15% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through leadership roles at the County level. 16. 75% of local clubs conduct community service projects and 98% of 4-H youth participate in service projects at the county level. Examples of Community Service Projects included collecting money to be donated to the University of New Mexico Cancer Research Hospital for the Tough Enough to Wear Pink program, maintaining the local rodeo arena, and helping clean the fairgrounds. Youth increased knowledge and skills related to generosity and caring as evidenced by observations by the 4-H Agent and club leaders. Results were reported by both 4-H leaders and County Council officers. County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. Thirty youth gained knowledge related to public speaking. They also learned life skills, such as social skills, communication, self-esteem, and sharing, as evidenced by conversations with the teacher. 17. Youth serve in leadership roles at the county level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer and Appointed Council Delegate. Youth received training in the following areas through County and Multi-County trainings: Parliamentary Procedure, Teamwork, Goal Setting, Organization, and Public Speaking. 100% of youth actively involved in the County Council gained knowledge and skills related to planning/organizing, communication, nurturing relationships, leadership, teamwork, and self-discipline as evidenced by their increased involvement in 4-H, regular attendance at 4-H council meetings, and the success of the council. 18. Youth worked with adult partners to solicit donations and sponsorships for 4-H programming, scholarships and county fair needs as well conducting fundraisers. The County conducted a variety of fundraisers to send youth on trips, purchase awards for the Annual Achievement Awards, to have premium money for indoor exhibits, and to have funds for operations. Fundraisers included: pancake dinner, soliciting donors for indoors exhibits, serving meals at various functions, and donut sales during the fair. The county gathered over $1500 toward providing quality programs. Youth gained knowledge and skills in planning/organizing, keeping records, sharing, contributions to group efforts, marketable skills, self-responsibility, and problem solving.