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Impact Report

For plan Youth Development (Eddy County)
Date October 18, 2011, 6:15 pm
For Objective Long-term Show long-term objectives
Impact Report 13. Six 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. 14. County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. Seven youth advanced to State level competition. Contest areas included livestock skill-a-thon, home ec skill-a-thon, wildlife habitat evaluation, horse judging, public speaking, and 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. Three youth participated in the National Western Stock Show showcasing their development of life skills through livestock exhibits. Six 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 – 96% 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 – 10% 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. 100% of local clubs conduct community service projects and 98% of 4-H youth participate in service projects at the county level. 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. 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: district contest pledge donors, chili and bingo nights, soliciting donors for indoors exhibits, and donut sales during the fair. The county gathered over $6000 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.