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Impact Report

For plan Youth Development (Roosevelt County)
Date October 28, 2011, 9:40 pm
For Objective Short-term Show short-term objectives
Impact Report 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 256 Roosevelt Co. youth participated in the 2011 County Fair, showcasing their development of life skills through indoor and livestock exhibits related to over 200 project areas. 809 4-H educational items and 1,043 livestock projects were exhibited. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills. 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. 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. One of these youth attended as ambassador and was instrumental in planning SLR. This 4-Her’s also planned and led workshops for the event. 38 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. 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. Two senior youth from Roosevelt County served as camp counselors. This gave them the opportunity to practice leadership, teamwork and problem solving Workshops, Clinics & Trainings Quilt Workshops One--two day 4-H quilt workshop was presented for Roosevelt Co. 4-H members and volunteers by Home Economist. A total of 12 participated in these events. Members made Rag Quilts from the 4-H curriculum. One member also made the 9-Patch Quilt. 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 and the local quilt show. A number of these youth were first time sewers and then several of them have built on their skills and knowledge each year, requiring less supervision and demonstrating greater skills. 3rd Annual Home Economics School The third NM Home Economics School was held near Los Lunas, NM. Three attended from Roosevelt Co.; Home Economist as one of the Food Gift track instructors, one 4-H mom and two members attended. Youth received hands on training related to basic safe food gifts. Twenty two youth participated in a demonstration and show and tell of a variety of ways to present foods as gifts. Each member prepared and decorated a cookie CD sleeve as a thank you gift, hot chocolate mix in a cone and the jelly jar they had prepared in the Food Preservation track. Each student went home with these new gift ideas, a new set of friends from around the state and armed with the knowledge they gained to complete these 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. Twenty Six members and fourteen adult sponsors attended. ontest 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.Seven members and 3 adult sponsors attended. 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 San Diego, CA in October and the Dairy Judging team will compete at the World Dairy Show in Madison Wisconsin. Awards & Recognition 8 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 2010-2011 program year. 152 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. One member said “Doing community service makes my heart feel good.” 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. 100% 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. 92% 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 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. The county raised over $4,000 toward providing quality programs. Youth gained knowledge and skills in organizing and managing money as well as constructive youth/adult partnerships.