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Impact Report

For plan Youth Development (Roosevelt County)
Date October 29, 2009, 5:39 pm
For Objective Short-term Show short-term objectives
Impact Report 2008-2009 Home Economist assists with county council, 4-H advisory committee, leaders, 4-H members and special projects. At count council members learn valuable leadership skills, parliamentary procedure and other important life skills they will carry with them throughout their lives. 4-H members are encouraged throughout the year in leadership development. This is made possible through participation in club, county and state activities. Members are encouraged to run for club, county and state offices and to participate on committees. County Fair 278 Roosevelt Co. youth participated in the 2009 County Fair, showcasing their development of life skills through indoor and livestock exhibits related to over 200 project areas. 294 4-H educational items and 933 livestock projects were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. Approximately $8,000 was paid to County 4-H Members through indoor premiums and over $160,000 through the junior livestock auction. 75% of County 4-H youth showed an increase in knowledge and skills related to home economics, creative arts, livestock and personal development as evidenced by quality baking products, garments made, products exhibited, animals shown and ribbons awarded. Each member is encouraged to prepare and enter items in the Roosevelt Co. Fair, this encourages them to complete commitments they have made and to set goals. Many of our members also exhibit their items in other contest such as the Cotton Extravaganza competing at the county and state levels. Items for the 4-H Educational projects are then exhibited at NM State Fair and ENM State Fair. The sense of accomplishment from these exhibits aids in the growth and development of these 4-H members and develops a positive sense of self worth. Camps 4 Roosevelt Co. youth attended Senior Leadership Retreat held in Albuquerque. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to social skills, cooperation, teamwork, communication and service learning. 100% of youth participants reported an increase in the ability to be more out spoken and also helped them to meet new people. 2 youth attended as ambassador/diplomat applicants and were also selected to serve as such. 19 Roosevelt Co. youth attended Youth-Get-Away held at Inlow Baptist Camp. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to leadership, teamwork, problem solving and cooperation. 2 senior 4-H members served as counselors completing leadership training and field experience. 89% of youth participants reported an increase in cooperation, teamwork and self esteem. The majority of the youth that attended said they will be returning next year. 13 Roosevelt Co. youth attended a multi-county leadership camp held in Clovis. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to leadership, teamwork, cooperation and making the right choices. State 4-H officers served as counselors completing leadership training and field experience. 8 4-H County Council officers attended an officer retreat. Youth participated in activities to encourage teamwork and critical thinking. Workshops, Clinics & Trainings Quilt Workshops Three two day 4-H quilt workshops were presented for Roosevelt Co. 4-H members and volunteers by Home Economist. A total of 39 participated in these events. Members made Rag Quilts and Throws from the 4-H curriculum. Several also made the Quick and Easy Pillowcase. These projects teach basic sewing skills, fabric selections and color coordination; much more than that it provides so much satisfaction increasing their self esteem. Many of these quilts were entered into the fairs. Quick & Easy Pillowcase Workshop A Quick & Easy Pillowcase workshop was held for a 22 Portales Junior High Family and Consumer Science students. Students were taught the basics of cutting fabric with rotary cutter and mat. Each student completed a pillowcase. These projects teach basic sewing skills, fabric selections and color coordination; much more than that it provides so much satisfaction increasing their self esteem. 1st Annual Home Economics School The first NM Home Economics School was held near Los Lunas, NM. Four attended from Roosevelt Co.; Home Economist as one of the Baking track instructors, a Junior Instructor for the Baking track and one 4-H mom and member attended the Sewing Track. Youth received hands on training related to basic cooking skills. Twenty two youth participated in a demonstration, measuring, mixing and baking chocolate chip cookies, brownies and banana nut bread from the 4-H project areas learning these skills and judging standards. Each student went home with a mini loaf of banana bread, a new set of friends from around the state and armed with the knowledge they gained to complete their baking projects at home. Competitive Events County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 93% of novice and junior youth advanced to District level competition. Contest Areas included Favorite Foods, Livestock Judging, Wildlife, Clothing Revue, Land, Home-Ec Skillathon, Horticulture, Poetry and livestock Skillathon. 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 Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 100% of senior youth advanced to State level competition. Contest Areas included Favorite Foods, Livestock Judging, Horticulture, Land, and Wildlife. 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. Two county teams earned the right to compete at National Jr. Horticulture Association in Harrisburg, PA and the Livestock team will compete at the American Royal Livestock Show in Kansas City. Awards & Recognition 5 4-H youth served as keynote speakers, emcees, pledge leaders and presenters at the annual Roosevelt 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 2008-2009 program year. 133 members, leaders and guests attended the event. Speaking Opportunities Local Club Meetings & Programs – 75% of all youth involved in the Roosevelt County 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through demonstrations and leadership roles in their local club. County 4-H Council Meetings & Programs – 8% all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through leadership roles at the County level. Community Service 85% of local clubs conduct community service projects and 65% of 4-H youth participate in service projects at the county level. Examples of County Community Service Projects include: Trash pick up, Meals on wheels, baby sitting services for the Roosevelt County Electric Coop. banquet, cleaning up and repairing the fairgrounds, and many other creative community contributions. Youth increased knowledge and skills relate 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. Results were reported by club leaders and in members record books. County Council Leadership 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. 75% 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. Youth Club Leadership Roosevelt Co. 4-H youth serve in leadership roles at the club level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Pledge Leader and/or Committee Chair. Youth received training in the following areas through Club, County and Multi-County trainings: Public Speaking, Leadership and Team Work. 82% of youth actively involved in Club Leadership gained mastery of skills related to planning and organization as well as generosity skills by contributing to the group effort, as evidenced youth involvement in planning and conducting meetings, youth lead committees and club contributions to County Council efforts. Sponsorships & Fundraising Youth work with adult partners to solicit donations and sponsorships for 4-H programming, 4-H rodeo and county fair needs as well conducting fundraisers. The County conducted a fundraiser to send youth on trips; provide for countywide trainings and socials; and maintain funds for general operations. All of the 4-H youth helped work the concession stand at the county fair and 4-H rodeo. The county raised over $4,500 toward providing quality programs. Youth gained knowledge and skills in organizing and managing money as well as constructive youth/adult partnerships. Progressive Ag 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 3rd grade students and adults from schools in Curry Co., Roosevelt Co, and some of the Parmer Co. Texas schools. Home Economist taught classes on firearm and hearing safety. Students are made aware of firearm safety as it is taught in the NM Hunter Education classes, leaving guns alone unless they are with a qualified adult and the importance of taking a Hunter Education class. Hearing protection is discussed as applied to noises from guns, tools, loud music and other loud noises. It is hopeful that this learning station will make them prepared when they are in an unsafe situation with others or in curbing their curiosity and preventing accidents with firearms. 1500 students, educators and volunteers participated in this event. Ag & You An excellent learning opportunity for the 4th grade students from Curry, Roosevelt Counties and several nearby Texas counties if Ag & You (formerly Kids, Kows and More). 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. Home Economist teaches the learning station on peanut production, consumer uses of these peanuts as well as the nutritional value of the products. This opportunity will help students have a better appreciation of how agriculture impacts their lives. 1098 students, educators and volunteers participated in this event.