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Youth Development (Los Alamos County)
Plan Goals
To promote positive youth development for Los Alamos County youth through 4-H project work, special interest and school enrichment programs, leadership and citizenship opportunities.
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The agent dedicated time to maintaining and supporting 4-H club leaders and members. 4-H members and leaders had an opportunity to participate in a variety of county-wide 4-H activities. Advertisement for activities was done via e-mail reminders to leaders. These activities included:
• National 4-H Week Proclamation – Five 4-H council officers [4(W) 1(A); 3(M) 2(F)] attended the September 30th Los Alamos County Council meeting where the week of October 5-11, 2008 was proclaimed as National 4-H Week.
• The Annual 4-H family pot-luck picnic was held on October 5 (National 4-H Club Week Sunday). Thirteen 4-H members, leaders and family members, representing two 4-H clubs, attended [8(W) 2(H) 3(A); 8 (M), 5 (F)]. Attendance was less than usual due to poor weather conditions.
• One club set up a window display on the 4-H program, at the public library. The display was up during the month of October and was created in honor of National 4-H Club Week (October 5-11).
• Nine 4-H members [7(W), 2(A); 6(M), 3(F)] representing four 4-H clubs submitted end of year record books.
• One club created “Super 4-H’er” for the Los Alamos Scarecrow contest. The scarecrow contest is sponsored by the Los Alamos Arts Council and is open to any community organization.
• The purpose of the Los Alamos County 4-H Council is to coordinate and plan collaborative projects, determine County 4-H policies, provide means of leadership training and to aid in the educational development of 4-H club members. The council meets every other month.
• An Annual 4-H Awards Program was held November 18, 2008 at White Rock Town Hall. The purpose of the program was to recognize 4-H members who completed 4-H record books, and to recognize 4-H members and leaders for the number of years they’ve been involved in the program. Outstanding 4-H youth and volunteers were also recognized. Twenty seven (27) 4-H’ers [25(W) 2(A); 6(M) 21(F)] and eight (8) 4-H leaders [8(W); 2(M) 6(F)] representing four clubs received awards. Dinner was served prior to the presentation of the awards.
• Two 4-H members [2(W); 2(M)] representing two 4-H clubs participated in the Senior Leadership Retreat held January 16-18 in Albuquerque. 4-H’ers participated in leadership workshops and activities planned and conducted by the State 4-H Ambassadors and Diplomats. The 4-H agent served as advisor to the county delegation as well as the State 4-H Diplomat team.
• One 4-H member [1(W); 1(F)] participated in the State 4-H Dog School, April 24-26 in Albuquerque.
• On 4-H member (1(W); 1(M)] is participated in the 4-H International Exchange Program. He spent a month this summer in Victoria, Australia. He shared his family culture, customs and heritage with his host family.
• Los Alamos County Fair and Rodeo Parade. The 4-H parade entry highlighted the three 4-H clubs in Los Alamos County.
• Los Alamos County Fair. Ten [8(W) 2(A); 5(M) 5(F)] 4-H members representing three 4-H clubs exhibited 37 indoor exhibits.
• New Mexico State Fair -- Seven 4-H members [5(W) 2(A); 4(M) 3(F)] representing three 4-H clubs exhibited 16 exhibits. Nine or 56% of the sixteen exhibits received first, second or third place awards. One senior 4-H member [1(W); 1(M)] served as a youth official and was responsible for receiving and setting up 4-H exhibits.
• National 4-H Week Proclamation – Five 4-H council officers [4(W) 1(A); 3(M) 2(F)] attended the September 30th Los Alamos County Council meeting where the week of October 5-11, 2008 was proclaimed as National 4-H Week.
• The Annual 4-H family pot-luck picnic was held on October 5 (National 4-H Club Week Sunday). Thirteen 4-H members, leaders and family members, representing two 4-H clubs, attended [8(W) 2(H) 3(A); 8 (M), 5 (F)]. Attendance was less than usual due to poor weather conditions.
• One club set up a window display on the 4-H program, at the public library. The display was up during the month of October and was created in honor of National 4-H Club Week (October 5-11).
• Nine 4-H members [7(W), 2(A); 6(M), 3(F)] representing four 4-H clubs submitted end of year record books.
• One club created “Super 4-H’er” for the Los Alamos Scarecrow contest. The scarecrow contest is sponsored by the Los Alamos Arts Council and is open to any community organization.
• The purpose of the Los Alamos County 4-H Council is to coordinate and plan collaborative projects, determine County 4-H policies, provide means of leadership training and to aid in the educational development of 4-H club members. The council meets every other month.
• An Annual 4-H Awards Program was held November 18, 2008 at White Rock Town Hall. The purpose of the program was to recognize 4-H members who completed 4-H record books, and to recognize 4-H members and leaders for the number of years they’ve been involved in the program. Outstanding 4-H youth and volunteers were also recognized. Twenty seven (27) 4-H’ers [25(W) 2(A); 6(M) 21(F)] and eight (8) 4-H leaders [8(W); 2(M) 6(F)] representing four clubs received awards. Dinner was served prior to the presentation of the awards.
• Two 4-H members [2(W); 2(M)] representing two 4-H clubs participated in the Senior Leadership Retreat held January 16-18 in Albuquerque. 4-H’ers participated in leadership workshops and activities planned and conducted by the State 4-H Ambassadors and Diplomats. The 4-H agent served as advisor to the county delegation as well as the State 4-H Diplomat team.
• One 4-H member [1(W); 1(F)] participated in the State 4-H Dog School, April 24-26 in Albuquerque.
• On 4-H member (1(W); 1(M)] is participated in the 4-H International Exchange Program. He spent a month this summer in Victoria, Australia. He shared his family culture, customs and heritage with his host family.
• Los Alamos County Fair and Rodeo Parade. The 4-H parade entry highlighted the three 4-H clubs in Los Alamos County.
• Los Alamos County Fair. Ten [8(W) 2(A); 5(M) 5(F)] 4-H members representing three 4-H clubs exhibited 37 indoor exhibits.
• New Mexico State Fair -- Seven 4-H members [5(W) 2(A); 4(M) 3(F)] representing three 4-H clubs exhibited 16 exhibits. Nine or 56% of the sixteen exhibits received first, second or third place awards. One senior 4-H member [1(W); 1(M)] served as a youth official and was responsible for receiving and setting up 4-H exhibits.
The horticulture agent continued as a State Leadership Team advisor for Ambassadors and Diplomats. As such, he supervised the planning and execution of the 2009 Senior Leadership Retreat in Albuquerque [for approximately 250 traditional 4-H youth from around New Mexico. SLR aimed at building leadership skills among 4-H members and included workshops on ‘Getting and Giving Information’, ‘Understanding Group Needs and Characteristics’, ‘Knowing and Understanding Group Resources’, ‘Problem-Solving’, ‘Sharing Leadership’ and ‘Managing Learning, all while having fun. NMSU College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences College
Ambassadors also provide training on preparing resumes & portfolios and preparing for job interviews. The college also provides information about each of the academic departments and offers counseling on applying for college.
The horticulture agent attended the National 4-H Conference in Washington, D.C. together with the New Mexico 4-H Ambassador Team [4(W); 3(F), 1(M)]. The National 4-H Conference is the flagship youth development opportunity of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Deemed “the Secretary’s Conference”, this experience upholds a tradition dating back to 1927. Today, National 4-H Conference has remained true to its original intent while continuing to be future focused. In addition to strengthening leadership skills, the purpose of National
4-H Conference is to:
• Create an experience for delegates to become familiar with government;
• Reinforce the rich history of 4-H and its valuable tie to Cooperative Extension and the land-grant system;
• Engage delegates with leaders from USDA, CSREES, the Land-Grant University system, as well as, their local, state and national partners;
• Enlighten delegates to the valuable work and research coming out of the land grant universities;
• Stimulate thought around key matters and move delegates to action in their local communities;
• Provide an opportunity for delegates to engage as citizens by meeting with their congressional representatives to discuss issues affecting their communities;
• Enhances valuable 21st century skills leadership skills such as adaptability, team building and communications.
• Exposes delegates to the splendor of the Nation’s Capital;
• Gather feedback from our most important stakeholders – youth!
The National 4-H Conference expands on 4-H’s essential elements of Independence, Belonging, Mastery and Generosity by allowing youth to master skills to make positive life choices; participate in decision-making processes; act responsibly; positively influence their communities; and develop into informed, active, engaged citizens.
The agent, together with the New Mexico 4-H Diplomat Team traveled to Heber, Arizona to present a workshop at and participate in JOLT [70(W, 4(H)); 14(M), 60(F)] , JOLT is an teen leadership camp designed for teens by a teen-adult partnership. The camp is a positive environment that promotes personal development, team building and self-confidence. JOLT participants enjoy activities that build trust, leadership, and communication skills. The dynamic staff and inspirational workshop speakers that JOLTers experience help make the week memorable. Conflict resolution skills and relationship building skills create the existence of the "JOLT Team" which instigates life-long friendships that are uncommon at other camps. Participants will work in groups to develop teamwork and communication skills, while performing pre-designated challenges. These challenges are facilitated by members of the staff and are both fun and entertaining and test problem solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
As advisor, the agent was instrumental in the organization of all evening sessions at the State 4-H Conference and also provided leadership to the Ambassador Team in conducting a leadership workshop to conference participants on the use of technology. The horticulture agent also served as contest chair for the conference and was responsible for the presentation of awards at the conference.
Ambassadors also provide training on preparing resumes & portfolios and preparing for job interviews. The college also provides information about each of the academic departments and offers counseling on applying for college.
The horticulture agent attended the National 4-H Conference in Washington, D.C. together with the New Mexico 4-H Ambassador Team [4(W); 3(F), 1(M)]. The National 4-H Conference is the flagship youth development opportunity of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Deemed “the Secretary’s Conference”, this experience upholds a tradition dating back to 1927. Today, National 4-H Conference has remained true to its original intent while continuing to be future focused. In addition to strengthening leadership skills, the purpose of National
4-H Conference is to:
• Create an experience for delegates to become familiar with government;
• Reinforce the rich history of 4-H and its valuable tie to Cooperative Extension and the land-grant system;
• Engage delegates with leaders from USDA, CSREES, the Land-Grant University system, as well as, their local, state and national partners;
• Enlighten delegates to the valuable work and research coming out of the land grant universities;
• Stimulate thought around key matters and move delegates to action in their local communities;
• Provide an opportunity for delegates to engage as citizens by meeting with their congressional representatives to discuss issues affecting their communities;
• Enhances valuable 21st century skills leadership skills such as adaptability, team building and communications.
• Exposes delegates to the splendor of the Nation’s Capital;
• Gather feedback from our most important stakeholders – youth!
The National 4-H Conference expands on 4-H’s essential elements of Independence, Belonging, Mastery and Generosity by allowing youth to master skills to make positive life choices; participate in decision-making processes; act responsibly; positively influence their communities; and develop into informed, active, engaged citizens.
The agent, together with the New Mexico 4-H Diplomat Team traveled to Heber, Arizona to present a workshop at and participate in JOLT [70(W, 4(H)); 14(M), 60(F)] , JOLT is an teen leadership camp designed for teens by a teen-adult partnership. The camp is a positive environment that promotes personal development, team building and self-confidence. JOLT participants enjoy activities that build trust, leadership, and communication skills. The dynamic staff and inspirational workshop speakers that JOLTers experience help make the week memorable. Conflict resolution skills and relationship building skills create the existence of the "JOLT Team" which instigates life-long friendships that are uncommon at other camps. Participants will work in groups to develop teamwork and communication skills, while performing pre-designated challenges. These challenges are facilitated by members of the staff and are both fun and entertaining and test problem solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
As advisor, the agent was instrumental in the organization of all evening sessions at the State 4-H Conference and also provided leadership to the Ambassador Team in conducting a leadership workshop to conference participants on the use of technology. The horticulture agent also served as contest chair for the conference and was responsible for the presentation of awards at the conference.
2008 activities included: National 4-H Week Proclamation – Five 4-H members and leaders [5(W), 2(M) 3(F)] attended the October 2nd Los Alamos County Council meeting where the Council proclaimed the week of October 7-13 as National 4-H Week.
The Annual 4-H family pot-luck picnic was held on October 7 (National 4-H Club Week Sunday). Twenty-seven 4-H members, leaders and family members, representing four 4-H clubs, attended [18(W) 6(H) 3(A); 12 (M), 15 (F)].
One club set up a window display on the 4-H program, at the public library. The display was up during the month of October and was created in honor of National 4-H Club Week (October 1-7).
Fifteen 4-H members [13(W), 2(A); 75(M), 8(F)] and five Cloverbud members (4(W) 1(A); 2(M) 3(F)] representing four 4-H clubs submitted end of year record books. Participation increased by 36% from 2006.
The county council officers [4(W); 2(M) 2(F)] created “Bag Man” for the Los Alamos Scarecrow contest. The scarecrow received the environmental award presented by the Los Alamos Arts Council.
Pumpkin Carving – Twenty six [23(W) 2(A) 1(H); 12(M) 14(F)] members carved Halloween pumpkins for the Los Alamos Pumpkin Glow. Members learned the history of jack-o-lanterns, techniques for pumpkin carving and developed their creativity through their pumpkin carving design.
An Annual 4-H Awards Program was held November 15, 2007 at Fuller Lodge. The purpose of the program was to recognize 4-H members who completed 4-H record books, and to recognize 4-H members and leaders for the number of years they’ve been involved in the program.
Four 4-H members [4(W); 2(M) 2(F)] representing two 4-H clubs participated in the Senior Leadership Retreat held January 18-20 in Albuquerque. 4-H’ers participated in leadership workshops and activities planned and conducted by the State 4-H Ambassadors and Diplomats. The horticulture agent served as advisor to the county delegation as well as the State 4-H Diplomat team.
The horticulture agent accompanied 3 State 4-H Diplomats to the National 4-H Conference in Washington D.C. The National 4-H Conference is the Secretary of Agriculture's premier youth development opportunity to engage youth in developing recommendations for the 4-H Youth Development Program. The National 4-H Conference is a working conference in which youth and adults--at the invitation of the Secretary of Agriculture--assist in the development of recommendations to help guide 4-H Youth Development Programs nationally and in their communities. This event brings together youth, volunteer leaders, and state and county Extension staff members from across the United States, the U.S. Territories, and the Canadian Provinces.
Los Alamos County 4-H Contests – Seven 4-H members [4(W) 3(A); 5(M) 2(F)] participated in county contests competition. Members competed in Presentations and Favorite Food Show.
Seed Art – during the annual “Children’s Arts and Crafts Festival,” forty two children [30(W) 1(H) 11(A); 20(M) 22(F)] participated in preparing mother’s day pictures utilizing a variety of seeds and beans. The activity was coordinated by 4-H members and leaders from two 4-H clubs. Four youth and adult volunteers [3(W) 1(A); 3(M) 1(F)] assisted. Upon completion of the artwork, children were provided with a 4-H pencil and a brochure on the 4-H program.
State 4-H Dog School, April 25-27 in Albuquerque, nine participated [9(W); 1(M) 8(F)]
Teen Get-Away, April 20-22 Camp Inlow, two senior members served as counselors [2(W); 2(M)]
Rio Arriba County 4-H Camp, June 6-8 in Ghost Ranch, one senior member [1(W), 1(M)] served as a camp counselor.
The Horticulture Agent conducted the Horticulture Contest at the Northeast District 4-H Contest in Taos [14(W) 13(H); 20(F) 7(M)]. In addition the agent trained a new agent from Rio Arriba on the contest.
The Horticulture Agent together with the seven members of the New Mexico State Officer Team traveled to Hawaii to present a workshop and participate at the Hawaii Leadership Training Conference at the University of Hawaii. The workshop covered methods of leadership training through games and activities and was presented to youth from Oahu, Kauai, Maui, Molokai, Hawaii and members from American Samoa [63 (A); 38(F), 25(M)].
The Horticulture Agent, together with the New Mexico 4-H Ambassador Team traveled to Heber, Arizona to present a workshop at and participate in JOLT [70(W, 4(H)); 14(M), 60(F)] , JOLT is an teen leadership camp designed for teens by a teen-adult partnership. The camp is a positive environment that promotes personal development, team building and self-confidence. JOLT participants enjoy activities that build trust, leadership, and communication skills. The dynamic staff and inspirational workshop speakers that JOLTers experience help make the week memorable. Conflict resolution skills and relationship building skills create the existence of the "JOLT Team" which instigates life-long friendships that are uncommon at other camps. Participants will work in groups to develop teamwork and communication skills, while performing pre-designated challenges. These challenges are facilitated by members of the staff and are both fun and entertaining and test problem solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
State 4-H Conference, July 10-18 in Las Cruces, one senior member [1(W); 1(M)] participated. As 4-H Ambassador advisor, the agent was instrumental in the organization of all evening sessions at the conference and also provided leadership to the Ambassador Team in conducting a leadership workshop to 36 conference participants. The horticulture agent also served as contest chair for the conference.
Los Alamos County Fair and Rodeo Parade. The 4-H parade entry highlighted the four 4-H clubs in Los Alamos County. Members in the dog project walked with their dogs, and members in the horse project, rode their horses. As a give-a-way item, 4-H pencils and cups were distributed to children along the parade route. Leadership for the effort was provided by two 4-H leaders. Approximately 20 4-H’ers participated in the float activity.
Los Alamos County Fair. Fifteen [13(W) 2(A); 5(M) 10(F)] 4-H members representing three 4-H clubs exhibited 31 indoor exhibits.
New Mexico State Fair -- Eleven 4-H members [9(W) 2(A); 5(M) 6(F)] representing three 4-H clubs exhibited 22 exhibits. Nineteen or 86% of the twenty two exhibits received first, second or third place awards. One senior 4-H member [1(W); 1(M)] served as a youth official and was responsible for receiving and setting up 4-H exhibits.
The horticulture agent also helped the State 4-H Leadership Team in planning and preparing a float to represent New Mexico 4-H in the State Fair Parade.
The Annual 4-H family pot-luck picnic was held on October 7 (National 4-H Club Week Sunday). Twenty-seven 4-H members, leaders and family members, representing four 4-H clubs, attended [18(W) 6(H) 3(A); 12 (M), 15 (F)].
One club set up a window display on the 4-H program, at the public library. The display was up during the month of October and was created in honor of National 4-H Club Week (October 1-7).
Fifteen 4-H members [13(W), 2(A); 75(M), 8(F)] and five Cloverbud members (4(W) 1(A); 2(M) 3(F)] representing four 4-H clubs submitted end of year record books. Participation increased by 36% from 2006.
The county council officers [4(W); 2(M) 2(F)] created “Bag Man” for the Los Alamos Scarecrow contest. The scarecrow received the environmental award presented by the Los Alamos Arts Council.
Pumpkin Carving – Twenty six [23(W) 2(A) 1(H); 12(M) 14(F)] members carved Halloween pumpkins for the Los Alamos Pumpkin Glow. Members learned the history of jack-o-lanterns, techniques for pumpkin carving and developed their creativity through their pumpkin carving design.
An Annual 4-H Awards Program was held November 15, 2007 at Fuller Lodge. The purpose of the program was to recognize 4-H members who completed 4-H record books, and to recognize 4-H members and leaders for the number of years they’ve been involved in the program.
Four 4-H members [4(W); 2(M) 2(F)] representing two 4-H clubs participated in the Senior Leadership Retreat held January 18-20 in Albuquerque. 4-H’ers participated in leadership workshops and activities planned and conducted by the State 4-H Ambassadors and Diplomats. The horticulture agent served as advisor to the county delegation as well as the State 4-H Diplomat team.
The horticulture agent accompanied 3 State 4-H Diplomats to the National 4-H Conference in Washington D.C. The National 4-H Conference is the Secretary of Agriculture's premier youth development opportunity to engage youth in developing recommendations for the 4-H Youth Development Program. The National 4-H Conference is a working conference in which youth and adults--at the invitation of the Secretary of Agriculture--assist in the development of recommendations to help guide 4-H Youth Development Programs nationally and in their communities. This event brings together youth, volunteer leaders, and state and county Extension staff members from across the United States, the U.S. Territories, and the Canadian Provinces.
Los Alamos County 4-H Contests – Seven 4-H members [4(W) 3(A); 5(M) 2(F)] participated in county contests competition. Members competed in Presentations and Favorite Food Show.
Seed Art – during the annual “Children’s Arts and Crafts Festival,” forty two children [30(W) 1(H) 11(A); 20(M) 22(F)] participated in preparing mother’s day pictures utilizing a variety of seeds and beans. The activity was coordinated by 4-H members and leaders from two 4-H clubs. Four youth and adult volunteers [3(W) 1(A); 3(M) 1(F)] assisted. Upon completion of the artwork, children were provided with a 4-H pencil and a brochure on the 4-H program.
State 4-H Dog School, April 25-27 in Albuquerque, nine participated [9(W); 1(M) 8(F)]
Teen Get-Away, April 20-22 Camp Inlow, two senior members served as counselors [2(W); 2(M)]
Rio Arriba County 4-H Camp, June 6-8 in Ghost Ranch, one senior member [1(W), 1(M)] served as a camp counselor.
The Horticulture Agent conducted the Horticulture Contest at the Northeast District 4-H Contest in Taos [14(W) 13(H); 20(F) 7(M)]. In addition the agent trained a new agent from Rio Arriba on the contest.
The Horticulture Agent together with the seven members of the New Mexico State Officer Team traveled to Hawaii to present a workshop and participate at the Hawaii Leadership Training Conference at the University of Hawaii. The workshop covered methods of leadership training through games and activities and was presented to youth from Oahu, Kauai, Maui, Molokai, Hawaii and members from American Samoa [63 (A); 38(F), 25(M)].
The Horticulture Agent, together with the New Mexico 4-H Ambassador Team traveled to Heber, Arizona to present a workshop at and participate in JOLT [70(W, 4(H)); 14(M), 60(F)] , JOLT is an teen leadership camp designed for teens by a teen-adult partnership. The camp is a positive environment that promotes personal development, team building and self-confidence. JOLT participants enjoy activities that build trust, leadership, and communication skills. The dynamic staff and inspirational workshop speakers that JOLTers experience help make the week memorable. Conflict resolution skills and relationship building skills create the existence of the "JOLT Team" which instigates life-long friendships that are uncommon at other camps. Participants will work in groups to develop teamwork and communication skills, while performing pre-designated challenges. These challenges are facilitated by members of the staff and are both fun and entertaining and test problem solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
State 4-H Conference, July 10-18 in Las Cruces, one senior member [1(W); 1(M)] participated. As 4-H Ambassador advisor, the agent was instrumental in the organization of all evening sessions at the conference and also provided leadership to the Ambassador Team in conducting a leadership workshop to 36 conference participants. The horticulture agent also served as contest chair for the conference.
Los Alamos County Fair and Rodeo Parade. The 4-H parade entry highlighted the four 4-H clubs in Los Alamos County. Members in the dog project walked with their dogs, and members in the horse project, rode their horses. As a give-a-way item, 4-H pencils and cups were distributed to children along the parade route. Leadership for the effort was provided by two 4-H leaders. Approximately 20 4-H’ers participated in the float activity.
Los Alamos County Fair. Fifteen [13(W) 2(A); 5(M) 10(F)] 4-H members representing three 4-H clubs exhibited 31 indoor exhibits.
New Mexico State Fair -- Eleven 4-H members [9(W) 2(A); 5(M) 6(F)] representing three 4-H clubs exhibited 22 exhibits. Nineteen or 86% of the twenty two exhibits received first, second or third place awards. One senior 4-H member [1(W); 1(M)] served as a youth official and was responsible for receiving and setting up 4-H exhibits.
The horticulture agent also helped the State 4-H Leadership Team in planning and preparing a float to represent New Mexico 4-H in the State Fair Parade.
Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP)Grant that I am P.I. for provided funds for hiring a county agent that reports to the McKinley County Director. His efforts had the following evaluation results:
• 95.83% of the participants from Fort Wingate High School made life skill gains from pre-program to post-program in Communication, and Useful/Marketable skills. This same percentage was also indicated for gains in tools and skills in GIS/GPS. Results below are from the Fort Wingate High School 4-H school enrichment program. Using the Targeting Life Skills Evaluation Tool, analysis of quantitative data indicates the following:
In terms of the life skill, communication, surveys indicated:
• An increase of average 1.82 to 3.5 for the students in terms of opportunity to practice the exchange of thoughts, information, or messages between individuals using speech, writing, gestures, and artistic expression
• An increase of average 1.79 to 3.5 for the students in terms of opportunity to make a presentation of their project in a classroom setting
• An increase of average 1.85 to 3.5 for the students in terms of opportunity to clearly state my thoughts, feelings, and ideas to others while presenting the projects in a classroom setting
In terms of life skill, useful/marketable skills, surveys indicated:
• An increase of average 1.97 to 3.5 for the students in terms of having useful/marketable skills to have the abilities wanted by employers and needed to hold a job
• An increase of average 2.14 to 3.54 for the students in terms of following instructions as they are given to them
• An increase of average 1.97 to 3.5 for the students in terms of contributing as a member of a team
• An increase of average 1.81 to 3.45 for the students in terms of keeping accurate and useful records
In terms of reading topography map, using a compass, using a GPS unit, and using GIS mapping software, surveys indicated:
• An increase of 87% of knowledge in the areas of tools used in project for mapping
• An increase of 63% in the reading of topography map
• An increase of 75% in the use of compass
• An increase of 68% in the GIS/GPS application use
• An increase of 82% in the use of GPS unit
• An increase of 90% in the use of GIS software
• 95.83% of the participants from Fort Wingate High School made life skill gains from pre-program to post-program in Communication, and Useful/Marketable skills. This same percentage was also indicated for gains in tools and skills in GIS/GPS. Results below are from the Fort Wingate High School 4-H school enrichment program. Using the Targeting Life Skills Evaluation Tool, analysis of quantitative data indicates the following:
In terms of the life skill, communication, surveys indicated:
• An increase of average 1.82 to 3.5 for the students in terms of opportunity to practice the exchange of thoughts, information, or messages between individuals using speech, writing, gestures, and artistic expression
• An increase of average 1.79 to 3.5 for the students in terms of opportunity to make a presentation of their project in a classroom setting
• An increase of average 1.85 to 3.5 for the students in terms of opportunity to clearly state my thoughts, feelings, and ideas to others while presenting the projects in a classroom setting
In terms of life skill, useful/marketable skills, surveys indicated:
• An increase of average 1.97 to 3.5 for the students in terms of having useful/marketable skills to have the abilities wanted by employers and needed to hold a job
• An increase of average 2.14 to 3.54 for the students in terms of following instructions as they are given to them
• An increase of average 1.97 to 3.5 for the students in terms of contributing as a member of a team
• An increase of average 1.81 to 3.45 for the students in terms of keeping accurate and useful records
In terms of reading topography map, using a compass, using a GPS unit, and using GIS mapping software, surveys indicated:
• An increase of 87% of knowledge in the areas of tools used in project for mapping
• An increase of 63% in the reading of topography map
• An increase of 75% in the use of compass
• An increase of 68% in the GIS/GPS application use
• An increase of 82% in the use of GPS unit
• An increase of 90% in the use of GIS software
Carlos Valdez has signed on to support Youth Development within Los Alamos County.