Youth Development (Roosevelt County)

Long Term Objectives:
Objective #15: 98% of youth with at least 4 years of experience in 4-H programming will learn subject matter concepts through hands-on experiences such as camps, clinics, workshops, etc.
Accomplishments:
See Accomplishments for all 4-H age levels under Objective #1.

Objective #16: 98% of youth with at least 4 years of experience in 4-H programming will develop life skills through project work, competitive events, real-life situations and career exploration opportunities.
• Competitive Events
o County – 33 Counties conduct competitive events and/or contest trainings to expand life skills and knowledge. Senior Age Youth (with 4 or more years 4-H experience) advance to State level competition. Contest Areas include:

Consumer Decision
Crops
Dairy
Fashion Magic
Fashion Revue
Favorite Foods
Home Ec Skill-a-thon
Horse Shows
Horse Judging
Horticulture
Land
Livestock Judging
Meats
Parliamentary Procedure
Presentations
Public Speaking
Quiz Bowls
Rodeos
Shooting Sports
Talent Contest
Wildlife Habitat
Wool Judging
o State – State 4-H Conference is conducted in July on campus at New Mexico State University for Senior age 4-H members qualifying at the County Level. Staff from the College of Ag & Home Economics serve as superintendents to conduct quality educational experiences for youth related to several subjects. Youth also participate in hands-on workshops and tours.
o National – Senior age 4-H members winning selected contests at the State Level are eligible to participate in National and Regional Contests.
270 senior age youth representing 30 counties participated in subject matter related contests (Ag & Natural Resources, Home Economics, and General) and hands-on workshops, increasing knowledge and life skills through education.

Objective #17: 50% of youth with at least 4 years of experience in 4-H will gain public speaking skills, strengthening communication and organization abilities and self-concept, through speaking at club, school enrichment and special interest events.
Accomplishments:
See Accomplishments for all 4-H age levels under Objective #3.

Objective #18: 75% of youth with at least 4 years of experience in 4-H club, school enrichment, special interest and county 4-H events will develop cognitive skills, teamwork, leadership and citizenship potential.
Accomplishments:
See Accomplishments for all 4-H age levels under Objective #4.
• In 2009, 270 youth with 4 years or more 4-H experience contributed to a statewide community service project during State 4-H Conference, donating funds to the UNM Cancer Center. Youth of all ages collected funds for the UNM Cancer Center throughout the year. New Mexico 4-H collected $10,503.21 to assist with housing for families and additional cancer research.

Objective #19: 65% of youth with at least 4 years of experience in the 4-H club program will gain leadership and teamwork skills through leadership opportunities at the club, county and state levels and demonstrate effective leadership and teamwork skills to local community members, organizations and projects, and provide primary leadership to statewide events.
Accomplishments:
• See Accomplishments for all 4-H age levels under Objective #5.
• State Leadership – Senior age 4-H youth with 4 or more years experience
o Youth serve in leadership roles at the state level by performing the following duties:
o Elected Officer
o Appointed Diplomat/Ambassador
o Event Coordinator
o Youth received training in the following areas:
o Parliamentary Procedure
o Public Speaking
o Recreation
o Conflict Resolution
o Leadership Skills
o Goal Setting
o Recruitment & Diversity
o Event Planning

Objective #20: 50% of youth with at least 4 years of experience in the 4-H club program will have established partnerships with local administrators and community leaders, effectively managing programs and facilitating change through youth/adult partnerships.
Accomplishments:
See Accomplishments for all 4-H age levels under Objective #6.

Objective #21: 85% of Agents and staff with at least 4 years of experience will increase professional and personal skills related to life skills and youth development by receiving quality training through theory, contest training, subject matter training, policy training and evaluation training.
Accomplishments:
See accomplishments for all agent experience levels under Objective #7.

Overall Accomplishment for youth with at least 4 years experience:
9,123 youth ages 14-19 gained life skills through participation in the New Mexico 4-H Program.

Medium Term Objectives:
Objective #8: 98% of youth with 2-3 years of experience in 4-H programming will learn subject matter concepts through hands-on experiences such as camps, clinics, workshops, etc.
Accomplishments:
See Accomplishments for all 4-H age levels under Objective #1.
Objective #9: 98% of youth with 2-3 years of experience in 4-H programming will develop life skills through project work, competitive events, real-life situations and career exploration opportunities.
Accomplishments:
• Competitive Events
o County – 33 Counties conduct competitive events and/or contest trainings to expand life skills and knowledge. Junior Youth (with 2-3 Years 4-H experience) advance to District Level Competition. Contest Areas include:

Consumer Decision
Crops
Dairy
Fashion Magic
Fashion Revue
Favorite Foods
Home Ec Skill-a-thon
Horse Shows
Horse Judging
Horticulture
Land
Livestock Judging
Meats
Parliamentary Procedure
Presentations
Public Speaking
Quiz Bowls
Rodeos
Shooting Sports
Talent Contest
Wildlife Habitat
Wool Judging


o District – 4 Extension 4-H Districts conduct District level competitive events annually. District competition is for Novice or Junior youth who qualify at the County level. Contests are hosted by Counties on a rotation and supported by State 4-H Staff. 2009 events were: Southeast District Contest in Lincoln County – 500 youth; Combined Northern District Contest in Santa Fe County – 350 youth; and Southwest District Contest in Catron County – 180 youth.

330 Junior age youth, with 2-3 years experience in 4-H participated in District level competition increasing knowledge and life skills through education.

Objective #10: 50% of youth with 2-3 years of experience in 4-H will gain public speaking skills, strengthening communication and organization abilities and self-concept, through speaking at club, school enrichment and special interest events.
Accomplishments:
See Accomplishments for all 4-H age levels under Objective #3.

Objective #11: 75% of youth with 2-3 years of experience in 4-H club, school enrichment, special interest and county 4-H events will develop cognitive skills, teamwork, leadership and citizenship potential.
Accomplishments:
See accomplishments for all 4-H age levels under Objective #4.
• In 2009, youth with 2-3 years or more 4-H experience contributed to a statewide community service project during Youth Get Away collecting funds to donate to the UNM Cancer Center.

Objective #12: 65% of youth with 2-3 years of experience in the 4-H club program will gain leadership and teamwork skills through leadership opportunities at the club, county and state levels and demonstrate effective leadership and teamwork skills to local community members, organizations and projects, and provide primary leadership to statewide events.
Accomplishments:
See accomplishments for all 4-H age levels under Objective #5.
• County Council Leadership – Generally youth with at least 3 years 4-H experience
o Youth serve in leadership roles at the county level by performing the following duties:
o Elected Officer
o Appointed Leadership
o Event Coordinator
o Committee Chair/Member
o Youth received training in the following areas:
o Parliamentary Procedure
o Public Speaking
o Recreation
o Conflict Resolution
o Leadership Skills
o Goal Setting
o District/Multi-County Leadership Trainings

Objective #13: 50% of youth with 2-3 years of experience in the 4-H club program will establish partnerships with local administrators and community leaders, effectively managing programs and facilitating change through youth/adult partnerships.
Accomplishments:
See accomplishments for all 4-H age levels under Objective #6.

Objective #14: 85% of Agents and staff with 2-3 years of experience will increase professional and personal skills related to life skills and youth development by receiving quality training through theory, contest training, subject matter training, policy training and evaluation training.
Accomplishments:
See accomplishments for all agent experience levels under Objective #7.

Overall Accomplishment for youth with 2-3 years experience:
11,812 youth ages 12-13 gained life skills through participation in the New Mexico 4-H Program.

Short Term Objectives
Objective #1: During the 4-H program year, 98% of youth involved in 4-H programming will learn subject matter concepts through hands-on experiences such as camps, clinics, workshops, etc.
Accomplishments:
• Extension Personnel organize and implement County and Multi-County Camps for 4-H Youth around the State. Camp sites include the Lujan Ranch; Elks Camp; Burn Cabin Flats; County Fairgrounds; White Sands Missile Range and Ghost Ranch. Youth gained life skills in citizenship; foods & nutrition; wildlife management; outdoor education; arts & crafts; scrapbooking; shooting sports; mapping; wood science; leadership; and recreation. Senior 4-H members served as counselors. 9,693 youth participated in overnight and day camps, increasing knowledge and skills related to subject matter, leadership, and basic life skills.

• Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through hands-on workshops and trainings. Many included construction of actual projects or exhibit items to take home. 2008-09 Training topics included:

1. Baking, Foods & Nutrition
2. Bicycle Safety
3. Career Education
4. Citizenship
5. Cloverbuds
6. Consumer Education
7. Cultural Education
8. Dog Training
9. First Aid
10. Home Economics
11. Horse Science
12. Horticulture
13. Hunter Education
14. Interior Design
15. Leadership
16. Leathercraft
17. Livestock
18. Public Speaking
19. Photography
20. Record Keeping
21. Recreation
22. Rodeo
23. Scrapbooking
24. Sewing, Clothing & Textiles
25. Shooting Sports
26. Teamwork
27. This is 4-H


Over 3500 youth participated in educational workshops conducted in 25 counties. Youth increased life skills related to home economics, agriculture & natural resources and general 4-H projects, while gaining knowledge and skills in their chosen subject matter.

Objective #2: During the 4-H program year, 98% of youth involved in 4-H programming will develop life skills through project work, competitive events, real-life situations and career exploration opportunities.
Accomplishments:
• Competitive Events
o County – 33 Counties conduct competitive events and/or contest trainings to expand life skills and knowledge. Novice Youth advance to District level competition. Contest Areas include:

Consumer Decision
Crops
Dairy
Fashion Magic
Fashion Revue
Favorite Foods
Home Ec Skill-a-thon
Horse Shows
Horse Judging
Horticulture
Land
Livestock Judging
Meats
Parliamentary Procedure
Presentations
Public Speaking
Quiz Bowls
Rodeos
Shooting Sports
Talent Contest
Wildlife Habitat
Wool Judging


o District – 4 Extension 4-H Districts conduct District level competitive events annually. District competition is for Novice or Junior youth who qualify at the County level. Contests are hosted by Counties on a rotation and supported by State 4-H Staff. 2009 events were: Southeast District Contest in Lincoln County – 500 youth; Combined Northern District Contest in Santa Fe County – 350 youth; and Southwest District Contest in Catron County – 180 youth.

700 Novice age youth, with 1-2 years experience in 4-H participated in District level competition increasing knowledge and life skills through education.

• Fairs and Achievement Days
o Achievement Days – Counties with Fairs falling after the State Fair may hold Achievement Days to qualify exhibits for state level competition. 5 counties hold Achievement Days annually to showcase life skills gained by 4-Hers throughout the year.
o County Fairs – 33 counties participate in County or Bi-County Fairs with an indoor exhibit component and livestock shows. Indoor exhibits, livestock shows, horse shows and dog shows allow youth to showcase life skills gained throughout the year. Youth receive recognition through ribbons, plaques, premium awards and belt buckles.
o Regional Fairs – Counties may participate in three different Regional Fairs: Southern New Mexico State Fair; Eastern New Mexico State Fair; and the Navajo Nation Fair. Indoor exhibits, livestock shows, horse shows and dog shows allow youth to showcase life skills gained throughout the year. Youth receive recognition through ribbons, plaques, and special awards.
o State Fair – 30 counties exhibited items at the 2009 New Mexico State Fair. Extension Agents and Specialists work to provide a quality showcase of members’ completed exhibits. Indoor exhibits, livestock shows, horse shows and dog shows allow youth to showcase life skills gained throughout the year. Youth receive recognition through ribbons, premium money, trophies and livestock auction slots.

Over 5000 items were exhibited at County Fairs and Achievement Days throughout New Mexico in 2009. Over 1900 items submitted by over 600 youth from around the state were exhibited at the 2009 New Mexico State Fair. Over 500 youth received premium checks ranging from $1 to $285. Youth received recognition and feedback for continued improvement of knowledge and skills related to over 200 project areas. Over $1,000,000 was paid to New Mexico Youth through premiums, junior livestock auctions and fair related scholarships.
o A Dona Ana County 4-H member said, “I am a seamstress. I am a public speaker. I am a baker. I am a knitter. I am an electrician. I am an ice cream maker. I am a New Mexico historian and culturist. I am all of this because of 4-H.”
o One Hidalgo County 4-Her said, “Over time, those ribbons will fade and trophies will break, but the real rewards are the lessons you learn along the way to receiving those awards and recognition.”
Objective #3: During the 4-H program year, 50% of youth enrolled in 4-H will gain public speaking skills, strengthening communication and organization abilities and self-concept, through speaking at club, school enrichment and special interest events.

Accomplishments:
• Awards and Recognition Events
o County Faculty and Staff work with County Councils and Leaders’ Associations to provide recognition events to the over 6,500 youth involved in the New Mexico 4-H Club Program. More than 20 counties conduct recognition events annually with members serving as keynote speakers, emcees, pledge leaders and presenters. Members receive certificates, metals, plaques, belt buckles, jackets, and other appropriate awards. 4-H members from around New Mexico were recognized for their achievements and increase in life skills throughout the 2008-2009 program year. Members in leadership roles increased public speaking skills.
• Speaking Opportunities
o Local Club Meetings & Programs – 75% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through demonstrations and leadership roles in their local club.
o Afterschool Programs – 50% of all youth involved in 4-H Afterschool programs increase public speaking and communication skills trough active involvement in leadership and speaking curricula
o Radio Programs & Other Media – 25% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through providing ads for local radio and other media outlets related to County Fairs, National 4-H Week and other 4-H promotions
o County 4-H Council Meetings & Programs – 10% all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through leadership roles at the County level.
• In 2009, 6,346 youth participated in age appropriate activities gaining knowledge and skills related to personal development and leadership.
o A Dona Ana County 4-H member stated, “One of my challenges in public speaking was that I have been in speech therapy since kindergarten. Through 4-H public speaking, I improved my “s” sound and became more confident with speaking in front of groups.”
o A Roosevelt County 4-H member says, “I have learned in 4-H to be responsible for what I undertake as my duty. Being in 4-H is helping me to learn some things for when I am grown and being on my own.”
o A Valencia County 4-H member said, “This next year, I’m running for Vice President, and am going to be the Junior Leader for our clubs Cloverbud group. I’m excited to have the opportunity to start leading our young 4-Hers!”
Objective #4: During the 4-H program year, 75% of youth in club, school enrichment, special interest and county 4-H events will develop cognitive skills, teamwork, leadership and citizenship potential.
Accomplishments:
• Local clubs conduct community service projects and participate in projects at the county level. Examples of County Community Service Projects include: Assistance at Civic Events, Christmas Cookies and other gifts for elderly members of the community, Visits and donations to Assisted Living Facilities, Project Linus baby blanket donations, Toys for Tots, Highway Clean-up, Petting Zoos, Beautification projects, Holiday food baskets, Food Drives, and many other creative community contributions. Over 2,382 youth from 33 counties increased knowledge and skills by participating in community service projects at the local, county, and state level.
o A Roosevelt County 4-Her said, “It helps me be a better person when I help others.”
o Another member from Roosevelt County said, “It was a lot of hard work, yet when it was completed it made me feel good to be a part of it. It really did take teamwork to get the job done. Knowing that we had helped our community in the work that we did means a lot to me. Even though I was not involved in 4-H for only a few months, I learned more about responsibility and working hard in what you do.”
• In 2009, youth with 1-2 years or more 4-H experience contributed to a statewide community service project during Youth Get Away collecting funds to donate to the UNM Cancer Center.
• Youth at all levels were given the opportunity to apply for Community Service Scholarships thanks to an anonymous donor. Youth must plan and conduct a service project, personally giving primary leadership to the project. Scholarship funds may be used to attend a statewide 4-H event or run for a leadership team position. 139 scholarships were awarded in the amount of $24,395.
• School Enrichment Programs - One of the three primary delivery modes in the 4-H Youth Development Program is school enrichment. Youth, ages 5- 19, can belong to a 4-H school enrichment group. Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. 2008-09 Training Topics included:

Ag Awareness
Animal Science
ATV Safety
Career Opportunities
Character Education
Citizenship
Drug Awareness
Egg to Chick
Entomology
Farm Animals
Farm Safety Day
Financial Planning
Food Safety
Gardening
Germ Detective
GIS/GPS
Health
Kids, Kows & More
Leathercraft
Life Skills Training
Nutrition & Fitness
Sports Fishing
This is 4-H
Water Conservation


Over 28,462 youth ages 5-19 participated in school enrichment programs gaining knowledge and skills related to subject matter, cognitive skills and teamwork skills.

• Special Interest Programs - One of the three primary delivery modes in the 4-H Youth Development Program is the special interest group. Youth, ages 5- 19, can belong to a 4-H special interest group. The group focuses on a project (subject matter topic) for a minimum of six hours outside of school hours. Extension personnel and volunteers provide quality educational experiences through after school programs, day camps and other appropriate programs. 2008-09 Training Topics included:

ATV Safety
Babysitting
Beef
Cloverbuds
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Dairy Products
Gardening
Horse Science
Horticulture
Leathercraft
Livestock
Nutrition & Fitness
Plant & Soil Sciences
Sewing
Stress Management
Teamwork
Teen Parenting
This is 4-H
Water Conservation


Over 22,588 youth ages 5-19 participated in special interest programs gaining knowledge and skills related to subject matter, cognitive skills and teamwork skills.

Objective #5: During the 4-H program year, 65% of youth in the 4-H club program will gain leadership and teamwork skills through leadership opportunities at the club, county and state levels and demonstrate effective leadership and teamwork skills to local community members, organizations and projects, and provide primary leadership to statewide events.
Accomplishments:
• Club Leadership – all age groups
o Youth serve in leadership roles at the local level by performing the following duties:
o Elected Officer
o Committee Chair/Member
o Pledge Leader
o Recruiter
o Youth received training in the following areas:
o Parliamentary Procedure
o Public Speaking
o Recreation
o Conflict Resolution
o Leadership Skills
o Goal Setting
Over 5083 youth were involved in leadership opportunities at the club, county and state levels demonstrating effective leadership and teamwork skills.

Objective #6: During the 4-H program year, 50% of youth in the 4-H club program will begin establishing partnerships with local administrators and community leaders, effectively managing programs and facilitating change through youth/adult partnerships.
Accomplishments:
• Advisory Committees
o Youth serve on Extension Advisory Committees to assist agents in setting annual program calendars, choosing subject matter topics for workshops and clinics and planning events
o Youth work with adult partners to solicit donations and sponsorships for 4-H programming, scholarships and county fair needs as well conducting fundraisers. Counties conducted a variety of fundraisers to send youth on trips; provide for countywide trainings and socials; and maintain funds for general operations. Fundraisers included: raffles, gift wrapping, turkey shoots, candle sales, auctions, catering, bake sales, car washes, and many others. Counties raised over $19,000 toward providing quality programs. Youth gained knowledge and skills in organizing fundraisers and managing money as well as constructive youth/adult partnerships.

Overall Accomplishment for youth with 1-2 years experience:
• 45,963 youth ages 5-11 gained life skills through participation in the New Mexico 4-H Program.

Objective #7: During the 4-H program year, 85% of Agents and staff will increase professional and personal skills related to life skills and youth development by receiving quality training through theory, contest training, subject matter training, policy training and evaluation training.
Accomplishments:
• New Agent Orientations:
*Includes travel to county offices and review of 4-H Policies, Programming Efforts, Civil Rights, and other pertinent information related to 4-H
o Bernalillo County New Agent Orientation (2008): Robyn Kelley
o Cibola County New Agent Orientation (2008-09): Wendy Brown; Charles Schultz
o Rio Arriba County New Agent Orientation (2009): Marcella Talamante; Desaree Jimenez
o San Juan County New Agent Orienation (2009): Kathryn Babcock
o San Miguel County New Agent Orientation (2008): Samantha Ortiz
o Sandoval County New Agent Orientation (2009): Nicole Lujan
o Torrance County New Agent Orientation (2009): Corina Neish
o Valencia County New Agent Orientation (2009): Laura Bittner; Kyle Tator
• Centra Sessions:
*Online training sessions provided to agents, program assistants and support staff
o 4-H Frequent & Random Policy Questions (2008)
o 4-H Plus & ES237 (2008)
o 4-H Curriculum Update (2008)
o IRS and Other 4-H Policies (2009)
o Coaching Teams (2009)
o Western Institute Sharing (2009)
o Motivating Volunteers (2009)
• New Mexico 4-H InService:
*Includes workshops provided and/or recruited by State 4-H Staff
o 4-H Indoor Exhibits (2009)
o Grant Writing (2009)
o 4-H Shooting Sports (2009)
o 4-H Record Keeping (2009)
o Working with Fair Boards (2009)
o Event Coordination (2009)
o Media Relations (2009)
o 4-H Wildlife Contests (2009)
o Conflict Resolution (2009)
o Working with Elected Officials (2009)
o 4-H Club Charters, EINs and Tax Filing (2009)
75 agents gained knowledge and skills related to administration of the 4-H program and professional development.
• AXED Course Assistance:
o Hodnett, Frank, Richardson, Rick, Schultz, Linda, Turner, Mindy,& Zemler, Amy (2008). 4-H Programming in New Mexico. College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, AXED 120.
o Hodnett, Frank (2008). Extension Portion. College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, AXED 100.
o Schultz, Linda (2009). Volunteer Management. College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, AXED 486/586.
• Resource Development:
o Hodnett, Frank, Richardson, Rick, Schultz, Linda, Turner, Mindy & Zemler, Amy (R-2009). New Mexico 4-H New Agent Orientation Handbook. New Mexico State 4-H. (Training notebook for new employees including sections on civil rights, policies & procedures, 4-H programming and more).
• Civil Rights Reviews
*Includes travel to County Office, review of files and training for appropriate staff on maintaining 4-H Civil Rights files
• Bernalillo County Civil Rights Review (2009)
• Curry County Civil Rights Review (2009)
• Grant County Civil Rights Review (2009)
• Sandoval County Civil Rights Review (2009)
• Socorro County Civil Rights Review (2009)
• Valencia County Civil Rights Review (2009)

Agents received quality training in a variety of subjects, and provided positive feedback regarding overall trainings. Accessibility and timeliness of training has increased through Centra Trainings and New Agent Orientations. Achievement Levels serve to recognize professionals that excel at professional improvement and have been a positive incentive for agents related to attending professional development trainings and serving as resources in teaching

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.

Quilt Curriculum & Workshops
Home Economist in collaboration with Curry County Home Economist completed the NM 4-H Quilt Project. The curriculum was submitted for National Awards in both the National Extension Association of 4-H Agents where it received a National Award for Educational Piece and to the National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences and placed as a Regional Award Winner. This curriculum was tested by Roosevelt County 4-H members for 7 years. This year eight members along with help from their adult helpers completed either a 9-Patch Quilt or a Quick and Easy Throw, along with the Quick and Easy Pillowcase from the project during the spring break quilt camp. In August, 9 4-H members and prospective members from the Christian Children’s Home and invited guests along with four volunteers completed Rag Quilts during a two day workshop. Many of these quilts were entered into the fair. As a result of these workshops, these completed quilts give so much satisfaction for the participants and help develop their self esteem. Many of the 4-H members from the home have come from a very difficult situation and need all the success and encouragement they can receive. In addition to this they have learned skills associated with sewing.