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Impact Report

For plan Youth Development (Bernalillo County)
Date October 20, 2009, 8:43 pm
For Objective Short-term Show short-term objectives
Impact Report County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 75% of novice/junior/senior youth advanced to District/State level competition. Contest Areas included Horse Judging, Hippology, Horse Bowl, Livestock Judging, Dairy Bowl, Public Speaking, Spring Horse Show and NW District and State Horse Shows. 90% of youth participating in competitive events increased knowledge and skills related to problem solving, decision making, critical thinking, communication skills and teamwork in an animal science setting as evidenced by four state winning teams and completion of project related activities. The agent also trained a Horse Bowl team which placed third in national competition. Additionally, he worked with the State Horse Specialist in hosting the State wide Horse Judging Workshop which was attended by 100 individuals. Two-hundred twenty youth participated in the 2009 Bernalillo County 4-H County Fair showcasing their development of life skills through indoor and livestock exhibits related to over 200 project areas. Over 715 items were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. $ 75,000 was paid to County 4-H Members through the Livestock Sale and Small Animal Sale. 53% of Bernalillo County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to creative arts, animal science, home economics and personal development as evidenced by the quality of all exhibits. The livestock stated: “This is by far the deepest and highest quality hog show that I’ve seen at a County Fair in a long time.” Thirty-three youth attended State 4-H Horse and Livestock Schools held at the Expo NM Fairgrounds. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to livestock management, feeding, disease prevention, facilities equipment and showmanship or horsemanship. 100% of youth reported an increase in knowledge in animal science self responsibility, motivation, self discipline, leadership, and basic life skills as evidenced by observation of school chaperons and self-reports. One chaperon stated: “I had no idea the swine project was this involved.” And one camper stated: “Attending Lamb School helped me win Showmanship at County Fair.” The agent acted as an assistant instructor during Lamb School. Over 200 hundred youth attended 4-H demo day at Kirtland Air Force Base Youth Center. Youth participated in hands on workshops including: leathercraft, small animals, housing & interior Design and Food & Nutrition designed to increase life skills related to healthy lifestyle choices, teamwork, problem solving and critical thinking. One camper stated: “This 4-H is fun.” Thirty-five 4-H members, parents and leaders attended two feed nutrition seminars sponsored by local feed stores and the Bernalillo County 4-H Livestock Sale Committee. Youth received training related to selection, facilities and animal nutrition of horses, swine, cattle, sheep and goats. Eight 4-H members attended a Leathercraft Training. Youth received hands on training related to leather preparation, carving, stamping, lacing and dying. 50% of youth attending the workshop went on to exhibit the leather projects at County Fair. One parent stated: “My son really enjoyed your program.” Five 4-H members attended three Record Book Workshops before the County Record Book Deadline. Youth received hands on training related to keeping records, setting goals, and planning and organizing the 4-H record book. One parent stated: “Now I have a greater understanding of what record books are all about now.” . Twenty youth served as keynote speakers, emcees, pledge leaders and presenters at both the Annual 4-H Achievement Night and Friends of 4-H Dinner, increasing their public speaking skills and giving leadership to the overall program. Thirty five members received project pins for outstanding achievement in county record book work. Members were also recognized for achievement and increase of life skills related to mastery, belonging, generosity, and independence throughout the 2008-2009 program year. Leaders were recognized and new Friends of 4-H were enshrined at the Friends Dinner. 325 members, leaders, parents and guests attended these two separate events. County Extension personnel provided quality educational experiences at the Children’s Water Festival. 255 youth gained knowledge related to agricultural history and the evolution of innovative irrigation technologies called “Farming to Feed You.” The youth were given the opportunity to contribute to group efforts by experimenting with their own mini farm. Youth gained life skills related to wise use of resources by increased ability to reason and follow logical steps in completing tasks. This was evidenced by a 20% increase in knowledge in pre-post test results. The program was replicated for an additional 50 students at an on sight school visit. County Extension personnel provided quality educational experiences for the Kids and Kows Program. 655 youth from 2nd – 4th grade youth gained knowledge related to Agriculture and agricultural products. Youth gained life skills related wise use of resources and healthy lifestyle choices through workshops on the dairy industry, sheep and wool, cattle ranching in New Mexico and horses. Bernalillo County Master Gardener Volunteers provided quality educational experiences to the 4-H SEEDS Program provided for Albuquerque Public Schools third grade youth. 1235 youth gained knowledge related to plant & soil science and entomology and skills related to mastery and wise use of resources as evidenced by comments from Master Gardeners, teachers and students alike. Youth serve in leadership roles at the county level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Appointed Leadership, and Committee Chairs. Youth received training in the following areas through County and Multi-County trainings: Parliamentary Procedure, Public Speaking, Recreation and Goal Setting. 85% 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. Two Council members went on to run and be successfully elected to the State 4-H Leadership Team and three Bernalillo County 4-H Horse Council members were selected to serve as Junior Leaders at the State 4-H Horse School. Two hundred-seventy four 4-H members, leaders and parents teamed with Comcast Cable during the annual “Comcast Cares Day”. As a result two schools in a disadvantaged neighborhood received much needed landscaping, painting, and cleaning. Youth increased knowledge and skills related to generosity and service learning, contributions to group efforts and responsible citizenship as evidenced by willingness to serve, appreciation of service opportunities and youth assuming leadership roles related to service.