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Youth Development (Dońa Ana County)
Plan Goals
This plan deals with youth programming which include Project Work, Special Interest, School Enrichment, Competition, Clinics, Workshops, Outreach Efforts, Record Books, County Council, Officer Trainings and Camps.
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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. 2010 events were: Southeast District Contest in De Baca County – 500 youth; Combined Northern District Contest in Bernalillo County – 185 youth; and Southwest District Contest in Hidalgo County – 180 youth.
288 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 2010, youth with 2-3 years or more 4-H experience contributed to a statewide community service project during Youth Get Away writing letters of support to children with deployed military parents in partnership with the Operation Military Kids Program.
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:
7,852 youth ages 12-13 gained life skills through participation in the New Mexico 4-H Program.
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. 2010 events were: Southeast District Contest in De Baca County – 500 youth; Combined Northern District Contest in Bernalillo County – 185 youth; and Southwest District Contest in Hidalgo County – 180 youth.
288 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 2010, youth with 2-3 years or more 4-H experience contributed to a statewide community service project during Youth Get Away writing letters of support to children with deployed military parents in partnership with the Operation Military Kids Program.
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:
7,852 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 Datil Well; County Fairgrounds; White Sands Missile Range and Ghost Ranch. Youth gained life skills related to: citizenship; social skills; healthy life style choices; teamwork; communication; leadership; and recreation. Senior 4-H members served as counselors. 11,693 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. 2009-10 Training topics included:
1. Alternative Energies
2. Animal Care
3. Bee Keeping
4. Career Education
5. Character Education
6. Citizenship
7. Clowning
8. Cloverbuds
9. Conservation
10. Electricity
11. Emergency Preparedness
12. Entomology
13. Fibercrafts
14. Food Preservation
15. Foods & Nutrition
16. Home Economics
17. Horse Science
18. Horticulture
19. Leadership
20. Leathercraft
21. Livestock
22. Parliamentary Procedure
23. Public Speaking
24. Record Keeping
25. Recreation
26. Safety
27. Scrapbooking
28. Sewing, Clothing & Textiles
29. Shooting Sports
30. Skiing
31. Wildlife Management
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. 2010 events were: Southeast District Contest in De Baca County – 500 youth; Combined Northern District Contest in Bernalillo County – 185 youth; and Southwest District Contest in Hidalgo County – 180 youth.
577 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 2010 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 2010. Over 2100 items submitted by over 780 youth from around the state were exhibited at the 2010 New Mexico State Fair. 525 youth received premium checks ranging from $2 to $192. 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.
Project Work Quotes:
o “Working as a 4-H member really means a lot to me. I try to work hard in all that I do. Sometimes it’s hard pushing myself to go the extra distance, but when I finally get through it, it is such an awarding feeling.” Socorro County 4-H’er.
o “My first year in 4-H taught me that it takes hard work and responsibility to complete a project. I have also learned valuable skills that I will always have.” Lincoln County 4-H’er.
o “The 4-H Program has helped me learn about horses, swine, citizenship, wildlife, baking and public speaking so far.” Roosevelt County 4-H’er.
o “Everything I have done in 4-H goes to my other activities. Being in 4-H has made me take a lot of responsibility for my animals, projects and actions. This has helped me since I started middle school this year.” Dona Ana County 4-H’er.
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 5,800 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 2009-2010 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 2010, 5,895 youth participated in age appropriate activities gaining knowledge and skills related to personal development and leadership.
Personal Development and Leadership Quotes:
o “My position on the council is Reporter. I’ve really learned a lot from this position. I’ve learned responsibility to my community and my club to keep them informed as much as I can on results of various events that happen on a monthly basis.” Socorro County 4-H’er.
o “I like being in 4-H because it has taught me responsibility and leadership and I have made many friends.” Lincoln County 4-H’er.
o “My 4-H experience has helped me to work better with others by putting me in groups and making me cooperate more and be more patient.” Dona Ana County 4-H’er.
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, Meals on Wheels, Toys for Tots, Highway Clean-up, Relay for Life, Beautification projects, Holiday food baskets, Food Drives, and many other creative community contributions. Over 4,910 youth from 33 counties increased knowledge and skills by participating in community service projects at the local, county, and state level.
o “4-H has taught me a lot and made me a better person. Our club does a lot of community service projects and that makes me feel good to know that I am helping other people in my community.” Hidalgo County 4-H’er.
• In 2010, youth with 1-2 years or more 4-H experience contributed to a statewide community service project during Youth Get Away writing letters of support to children with deployed military parents in partnership with the Operation Military Kids Program.
• 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, run for a leadership team position or for an International Exchange. 75 scholarships were awarded in the amount of $12,300.
o “One of my favorite camps was Livestock School. Thanks to the New Mexico Community Service Scholarship, I was awarded the registration fee to go to Livestock School.” Socorro County 4-H’er
• 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. 2009-2010 Training Topics included:
Ag Awareness
Animal Science
ATV Safety
Career Opportunities
Character Education
Chemical Safety
Cultural Education
Drug Awareness
Egg to Chick
Entomology
Farm Animals
Farm Safety Day
Food Safety
Gardening
Germ Detective
Health
Just Be It Healthy & Fit
Kids, Kows & More
Life Skills Training
Nutrition & Fitness
Sewing
Welcome to 4-H
Water Conservation
Over 31,991 youth ages 5-19 participated in school enrichment programs gaining knowledge and skills related to subject matter, cognitive skills and teamwork.
• 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. 2009-2010 Training Topics included:
Animal Science
Character Education
Cloverbuds
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Conservation
Decision Making
Gardening
Goal Setting
GPS/GIS
Home Economics
Job Skills
Nutrition & Fitness
Plant & Soil Sciences
Recycling
Robotics
Stress Management
Teamwork
Welcome to 4-H
Water Conservation
Over 19,861 youth ages 5-19 participated in special interest programs gaining knowledge and skills related to subject matter, cognitive skills and teamwork skills.
• Special Needs – Programming is being developed to provide specialized programming for youth with special needs by adapting projects for the appropriate skill level. Three counties are currently providing programs pairing diverse special needs youth with caring adults to help them reach their potential as capable, competent, caring and contributing citizens.
• 4-H Military Clubs - Special clubs have established to serve military youth throughout the state. The goals of these clubs are to provide quality 4-H leader education, sustain/increase project and leadership opportunities at the club level, to promote county, district and state level 4-H opportunities to members and to continue community service projects. 2009-2010 membership included 50 4-H members at White Sands Missile Range, 96 4-H members at Holloman Air Force Base, and 50 4-H members at Cannon Air Force Base, for a total of 196 military club members.
• OMK Programming: Operation Military Kids is the U.S. Army's collaborative effort with America's communities to support children and youth impacted by deployment. Regardless of whether Families are experiencing deployment for the first time, the second time or another in a series of multiple deployments, OMK’s goal is to connect military children and youth with local resources in order to achieve a sense of community support and enhance their well-being.
o Speak Out for Military Kids (SOMK): The SOMK “speak out” program is a youth-led, adult supported activity that seeks to give voice to, and educate others about what it is like to be a military kid.
o Mobile Technology Lab (MTL): The MTL contains video/digital cameras, laptops, scanners, printers, etc., and can be signed out by organizations for use with projects, trainings and other events. It is also a way for military kids to send pictures and DVD’s to family members who are deployed. 4-Hers help make photo transfer pillowcase projects and Hug Dolls using these systems. 4-Hers sew pillowcases and donate them to OMK to support this portion of the project.
o Youth Focused Programs: Youth focused programs encompass a variety of different types of OMK events for military kids and their families across New Mexico. These programs provide opportunities for military families to get together, have fun, and offer support to one another in an informal environment.
4-H members assist at these programs across the state, providing support and connecting military youth back to their communities.
o 4-H members have been instrumental in raising money for OMK. Over $1000 dollars has been raised to assist military youth through 4-H service projects: Pillowcase money donations, Forum for Adults Silent Auction, and joint 4-H leadership team fundraisers.
o Hero Packs: Hero Packs are backpacks filled with different items to thank children for the sacrifices their families have made and to help them keep in touch with their deployed love ones. 4-Hers collect items to fill the Hero Packs with. They also assist with writing letters for the packs (over 500 letters written by 4-Hers last year alone) 4-Hers even help distribute the backpacks. 4-Hers have distributed over 500 packs to military youth across our state.
New Mexico 4-H members have been present at five deployment events this year, reaching approximately 500 OMK youth. Indirectly, 4-H members have impacted an infinite number of youth through their donations, time and efforts.
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 5,895 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:
• 54,016 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 (2010): Cassidy Byerly; John Garlisch
o Cibola County New Agent Orientation (2010): Chase Elkins
o Grant County New Agent Orientation (2010): Amy Star
o Sierra County New Agent Orientation (2010): William “Dee” Wear
• Centra Sessions:
*Online training sessions provided to agents, program assistants and support staff
o NM 4-H Curriculum Update (2009)
o Scholarship & Professional Development Opportunities (2009)
o 4-H Event Chaperone Orientation (2009)
o New Parent Orientation (2010)
o Operation Military Kids (2010)
o Risk & Liability Management (2010)
o State Conference Program Discussion (2010)
o 4-H Reporting (2010)
o Volunteer Leader Screening (2010)
o Statewide Event Participation (2010)
• New Mexico Cooperative Extension Service All Extension Conference
*Workshop designed and implemented by the State 4-H Staff
o Complaint Free World (2010)
o Professional Ethics (2010)
• New Mexico 4-H Conversation:
*Includes workshops provided and/or recruited by State 4-H Staff and program discussion led by trained facilitators
o Facilitator Training (2010)
o Personality IQ (2010)
o Vibrant 4-H Groups (2010)
o Marketing Discussion (2010)
o Professionalism Discussion (2010)
o Collegiality Discussion (2010)
o Adult Volunteer Leadership Development Discussion (2010)
o Youth Development Discussion (2010)
65 agents gained knowledge and skills related to administration of the 4-H program and professional development.
• AXED Course Assistance:
o Hodnett, Frank (2010). 4-H Portion. College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, AXED 100.
• Resource Development:
o Hodnett, Frank, Richardson, Rick, Schultz, Linda, Turner, Mindy & Zemler, Amy (R-2010). 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).
o Turner, Mindy (2010). Introduction to 4-H. College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, AXED 488 (10 lesson online course to be offered in 2011).
• Civil Rights Reviews
*Includes travel to County Office, review of files and training for appropriate staff on maintaining 4-H Civil Rights files
• Hidalgo County Civil Rights Review (2010)
• Quay County Civil Rights Review (2010)
• Roosevelt County Civil Rights Review (2010)
• San Miguel County Civil Rights Review (2010)
• Torrance County Civil Rights Review (2010)
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.
o In 2010, 11 agents were awarded the Green Level, 14 agents achieved the Bronze Level, 3 gained the Silver Level and 1 was recognized at the Gold Level.
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 Datil Well; County Fairgrounds; White Sands Missile Range and Ghost Ranch. Youth gained life skills related to: citizenship; social skills; healthy life style choices; teamwork; communication; leadership; and recreation. Senior 4-H members served as counselors. 11,693 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. 2009-10 Training topics included:
1. Alternative Energies
2. Animal Care
3. Bee Keeping
4. Career Education
5. Character Education
6. Citizenship
7. Clowning
8. Cloverbuds
9. Conservation
10. Electricity
11. Emergency Preparedness
12. Entomology
13. Fibercrafts
14. Food Preservation
15. Foods & Nutrition
16. Home Economics
17. Horse Science
18. Horticulture
19. Leadership
20. Leathercraft
21. Livestock
22. Parliamentary Procedure
23. Public Speaking
24. Record Keeping
25. Recreation
26. Safety
27. Scrapbooking
28. Sewing, Clothing & Textiles
29. Shooting Sports
30. Skiing
31. Wildlife Management
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. 2010 events were: Southeast District Contest in De Baca County – 500 youth; Combined Northern District Contest in Bernalillo County – 185 youth; and Southwest District Contest in Hidalgo County – 180 youth.
577 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 2010 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 2010. Over 2100 items submitted by over 780 youth from around the state were exhibited at the 2010 New Mexico State Fair. 525 youth received premium checks ranging from $2 to $192. 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.
Project Work Quotes:
o “Working as a 4-H member really means a lot to me. I try to work hard in all that I do. Sometimes it’s hard pushing myself to go the extra distance, but when I finally get through it, it is such an awarding feeling.” Socorro County 4-H’er.
o “My first year in 4-H taught me that it takes hard work and responsibility to complete a project. I have also learned valuable skills that I will always have.” Lincoln County 4-H’er.
o “The 4-H Program has helped me learn about horses, swine, citizenship, wildlife, baking and public speaking so far.” Roosevelt County 4-H’er.
o “Everything I have done in 4-H goes to my other activities. Being in 4-H has made me take a lot of responsibility for my animals, projects and actions. This has helped me since I started middle school this year.” Dona Ana County 4-H’er.
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 5,800 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 2009-2010 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 2010, 5,895 youth participated in age appropriate activities gaining knowledge and skills related to personal development and leadership.
Personal Development and Leadership Quotes:
o “My position on the council is Reporter. I’ve really learned a lot from this position. I’ve learned responsibility to my community and my club to keep them informed as much as I can on results of various events that happen on a monthly basis.” Socorro County 4-H’er.
o “I like being in 4-H because it has taught me responsibility and leadership and I have made many friends.” Lincoln County 4-H’er.
o “My 4-H experience has helped me to work better with others by putting me in groups and making me cooperate more and be more patient.” Dona Ana County 4-H’er.
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, Meals on Wheels, Toys for Tots, Highway Clean-up, Relay for Life, Beautification projects, Holiday food baskets, Food Drives, and many other creative community contributions. Over 4,910 youth from 33 counties increased knowledge and skills by participating in community service projects at the local, county, and state level.
o “4-H has taught me a lot and made me a better person. Our club does a lot of community service projects and that makes me feel good to know that I am helping other people in my community.” Hidalgo County 4-H’er.
• In 2010, youth with 1-2 years or more 4-H experience contributed to a statewide community service project during Youth Get Away writing letters of support to children with deployed military parents in partnership with the Operation Military Kids Program.
• 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, run for a leadership team position or for an International Exchange. 75 scholarships were awarded in the amount of $12,300.
o “One of my favorite camps was Livestock School. Thanks to the New Mexico Community Service Scholarship, I was awarded the registration fee to go to Livestock School.” Socorro County 4-H’er
• 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. 2009-2010 Training Topics included:
Ag Awareness
Animal Science
ATV Safety
Career Opportunities
Character Education
Chemical Safety
Cultural Education
Drug Awareness
Egg to Chick
Entomology
Farm Animals
Farm Safety Day
Food Safety
Gardening
Germ Detective
Health
Just Be It Healthy & Fit
Kids, Kows & More
Life Skills Training
Nutrition & Fitness
Sewing
Welcome to 4-H
Water Conservation
Over 31,991 youth ages 5-19 participated in school enrichment programs gaining knowledge and skills related to subject matter, cognitive skills and teamwork.
• 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. 2009-2010 Training Topics included:
Animal Science
Character Education
Cloverbuds
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Conservation
Decision Making
Gardening
Goal Setting
GPS/GIS
Home Economics
Job Skills
Nutrition & Fitness
Plant & Soil Sciences
Recycling
Robotics
Stress Management
Teamwork
Welcome to 4-H
Water Conservation
Over 19,861 youth ages 5-19 participated in special interest programs gaining knowledge and skills related to subject matter, cognitive skills and teamwork skills.
• Special Needs – Programming is being developed to provide specialized programming for youth with special needs by adapting projects for the appropriate skill level. Three counties are currently providing programs pairing diverse special needs youth with caring adults to help them reach their potential as capable, competent, caring and contributing citizens.
• 4-H Military Clubs - Special clubs have established to serve military youth throughout the state. The goals of these clubs are to provide quality 4-H leader education, sustain/increase project and leadership opportunities at the club level, to promote county, district and state level 4-H opportunities to members and to continue community service projects. 2009-2010 membership included 50 4-H members at White Sands Missile Range, 96 4-H members at Holloman Air Force Base, and 50 4-H members at Cannon Air Force Base, for a total of 196 military club members.
• OMK Programming: Operation Military Kids is the U.S. Army's collaborative effort with America's communities to support children and youth impacted by deployment. Regardless of whether Families are experiencing deployment for the first time, the second time or another in a series of multiple deployments, OMK’s goal is to connect military children and youth with local resources in order to achieve a sense of community support and enhance their well-being.
o Speak Out for Military Kids (SOMK): The SOMK “speak out” program is a youth-led, adult supported activity that seeks to give voice to, and educate others about what it is like to be a military kid.
o Mobile Technology Lab (MTL): The MTL contains video/digital cameras, laptops, scanners, printers, etc., and can be signed out by organizations for use with projects, trainings and other events. It is also a way for military kids to send pictures and DVD’s to family members who are deployed. 4-Hers help make photo transfer pillowcase projects and Hug Dolls using these systems. 4-Hers sew pillowcases and donate them to OMK to support this portion of the project.
o Youth Focused Programs: Youth focused programs encompass a variety of different types of OMK events for military kids and their families across New Mexico. These programs provide opportunities for military families to get together, have fun, and offer support to one another in an informal environment.
4-H members assist at these programs across the state, providing support and connecting military youth back to their communities.
o 4-H members have been instrumental in raising money for OMK. Over $1000 dollars has been raised to assist military youth through 4-H service projects: Pillowcase money donations, Forum for Adults Silent Auction, and joint 4-H leadership team fundraisers.
o Hero Packs: Hero Packs are backpacks filled with different items to thank children for the sacrifices their families have made and to help them keep in touch with their deployed love ones. 4-Hers collect items to fill the Hero Packs with. They also assist with writing letters for the packs (over 500 letters written by 4-Hers last year alone) 4-Hers even help distribute the backpacks. 4-Hers have distributed over 500 packs to military youth across our state.
New Mexico 4-H members have been present at five deployment events this year, reaching approximately 500 OMK youth. Indirectly, 4-H members have impacted an infinite number of youth through their donations, time and efforts.
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 5,895 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:
• 54,016 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 (2010): Cassidy Byerly; John Garlisch
o Cibola County New Agent Orientation (2010): Chase Elkins
o Grant County New Agent Orientation (2010): Amy Star
o Sierra County New Agent Orientation (2010): William “Dee” Wear
• Centra Sessions:
*Online training sessions provided to agents, program assistants and support staff
o NM 4-H Curriculum Update (2009)
o Scholarship & Professional Development Opportunities (2009)
o 4-H Event Chaperone Orientation (2009)
o New Parent Orientation (2010)
o Operation Military Kids (2010)
o Risk & Liability Management (2010)
o State Conference Program Discussion (2010)
o 4-H Reporting (2010)
o Volunteer Leader Screening (2010)
o Statewide Event Participation (2010)
• New Mexico Cooperative Extension Service All Extension Conference
*Workshop designed and implemented by the State 4-H Staff
o Complaint Free World (2010)
o Professional Ethics (2010)
• New Mexico 4-H Conversation:
*Includes workshops provided and/or recruited by State 4-H Staff and program discussion led by trained facilitators
o Facilitator Training (2010)
o Personality IQ (2010)
o Vibrant 4-H Groups (2010)
o Marketing Discussion (2010)
o Professionalism Discussion (2010)
o Collegiality Discussion (2010)
o Adult Volunteer Leadership Development Discussion (2010)
o Youth Development Discussion (2010)
65 agents gained knowledge and skills related to administration of the 4-H program and professional development.
• AXED Course Assistance:
o Hodnett, Frank (2010). 4-H Portion. College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, AXED 100.
• Resource Development:
o Hodnett, Frank, Richardson, Rick, Schultz, Linda, Turner, Mindy & Zemler, Amy (R-2010). 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).
o Turner, Mindy (2010). Introduction to 4-H. College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, AXED 488 (10 lesson online course to be offered in 2011).
• Civil Rights Reviews
*Includes travel to County Office, review of files and training for appropriate staff on maintaining 4-H Civil Rights files
• Hidalgo County Civil Rights Review (2010)
• Quay County Civil Rights Review (2010)
• Roosevelt County Civil Rights Review (2010)
• San Miguel County Civil Rights Review (2010)
• Torrance County Civil Rights Review (2010)
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.
o In 2010, 11 agents were awarded the Green Level, 14 agents achieved the Bronze Level, 3 gained the Silver Level and 1 was recognized at the Gold Level.
4-H EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Youth showcase the skills learned through selected projects and involvement in 4-H program through their participation in county and district contests, fairs and conferences.
-October 2009 – Southern New Mexico State Fair. Agent attended the duration of the fair to assist youth and parents with projects. The agent also assisted with the adult and youth baked goods competition, the bake sale, the Junior Livestock Auction and returning exhibits to exhibitors. Agent was superintendent of the 4-H Indoor Youth Exhibit Department. This was a new addition to the fair and received well by fair goers. 150 youth exhibits were displayed representing Hidalgo, Luna, Otero and Dona Ana counties. There were 53 youth who entered exhibits.
-December 2009 – 4-H Agent worked with Ag./4-H Agent to organize the Dońa Ana County 4-H Awards Night. Approximately, 300 4-H members and their families attended the event. This event honors 4-H members for their accomplishments throughout the 4-H year as well as recognize key supports of the county program. Officers and ambassadors display their leadership skills as they facilitate over the ceremony. Members also conducted two community service projects that included raising funds for the Honors Flight Program and collecting items for the Wounded Warriors Program.
-January 2010 – Agent along with Ag. Agent traveled to Albuquerque to take 15 senior 4-H members to Senior Leadership Retreat where they learn leadership skills. There were three senior members who interviewed for State Ambassador and Diplomat positions. Of the three, two were selected to serve on the State Leadership Team.
-February 2009 – Teen Leadership Conference brought senior and junior members as well as members enrolled in 4-H military clubs together for hands-on learning and networking opportunities. Youth participated in the Operation Military Kids community service project of preparing Hero Packs. There were 24 youth and 6 adult chaperones in attendance.
-March 2009 – Novice 4-H members and members enrolled in the 4-H military club attended Novice Fun Fest. Approximately, 42 members and teen leaders and ten adult chaperones came together for a weekend of fun and hands on learning. Dońa Ana County 4-H collaborated with Las Cruces FFA at the District Judging Contest. There were 28 members that competed in Livestock, Horse and Wool judging, which qualified them for district and state contests. Agents assisted with contests.
-April 2010- Agents along with Bullseye 4-H Club volunteers coordinated county shooting sports. There were 240 novice, junior and senior members that competed in the two day event. Agent chaperoned five youth at Youth Get Away. Agents also coordinated the county talent show where 50 youth showcased their talents.
-June 2010 – County and District Contests. Agents assisted in coordinating county contests for 110 members. The agent assisted with monitoring shooting sports test and was the superintendent for the Prepared and Impromptu Public Speaking Contest. Approximatley 97 youth participated in shooting sports at district and 68 youth in other contests. Agent assisted in chaperoning nine youth who attended Livestock School.
-July 2010 - The agent participated and chaperoned 24 youth members attending State 4-H Conference. Agents ensured members attended workshops and contests.
-August 2010 – Achievement Day. The agent secured judges and coordinated Achievement Day during the 2010 Dońa Ana 4-H and FFA Expo. 96 members entered non-livestock exhibits, totaling 295 exhibits. which 54 youth members qualified to enter exhibits at State Fair and 48 youth members qualified to enter exhibits in the 4-H Youth Department at the Southern New Mexico State Fair. The first annual Dona Ana County 4-H Rodeo was held. There were a total of 47 4-H members from around the state who competed in each rodeo. The rodeo was well received and county has been asked to consider hosting State 4-H Rodeo Finals in 2011.
-September 2010 – State, El Paso and Southern New Mexico State Fairs. The agent took state qualifier’s entries to State Fair and Southern New Mexico State Fair as well as assisted with judging at State Fair and taking youth entries at Southern New Mexico State Fair. The agent assisted youth who exhibited livestock projects at all three fairs. There were approximately 200 exhibits from Dona Ana, Luna, Catron, Hidalgo, Sierra and Otero counties displayed in the 4-H Indoor Exhibit Department.
4-H AND AGRICULTURAL AWARENESS EVENTS
Youth assist with promotion of 4-H and agricultural awareness events throughout the year and connect with audiences who might not be aware of program and agricultural issues. The 4-H Agent and 4-H Agriculture and Livestock Agent worked together in carrying out events and connecting with 4-H members who conducted activities and assisted with presentations.
-October 2009 – Agent worked with store manager to set up education display about 4-H during quarterly Round Up event which benefit county program.
-November 2009 – Agent continues partnership with the local JCPenney’s store, who is an after-school partner. Agent, council officers, 4-H members and parents volunteered to help with Dress A Child event as a community service project.
-December 2009 – Agent worked with club leader in conducting presentation/activities to home school children at White Sands during their Christmas party. Club leader worked with military families to introduce 4-H and various projects from the Uniquely NM project book. There were 33 youth and 11 adults present.store manager to set up educational display about 4-H during quarterly Round Up Events, which benefit county 4-H program.
-March/April 2010 – Agent assisted the 4-H Livestock/Agricultural Agent with the Kids Kows and More agricultural awareness program. 4-H members served as group leaders for 1000 fourth grade elementary school students learned about the food and fiber industry and the importance of food safety. Agents assisted the Dońa Ana County Farm Bureau with their annual Food Check Out Day and had members from the county leadership team assist with purchasing food items at WalMart. Food items were distributed to families in need by Community Action Agency. Agent worked with Ridgerunner club leader to have members of the leadership team present on topics such as parli pro, leadership, duties and roles of an officer and professionalism during the monthly meeting. Members of the county leadership team presented to 19 youth and 6 adults.
-May 2010 – Agents presented on the Cooperative Extension Service, the importance of agriculture and on 4-H to 78 seventh grade students.
-July 2010 – 4-H float in Las Cruces Electric Light Parade. There were 89 youth and 30 parents who worked together to create a float to promote 4-H in the parade. Ag Awareness Day. During the Ag. Awareness Day, 140 students and 16 teachers participating in the bilingual migrant summer school program learned about agriculture and 4-H.
-September 2010 – 4-H Week Proclaimed in Dona Ana County. The board of county commissioners proclaimed 4-H week in Dona Ana County during the Sept. 28th meeting. There were three members of the leadership team and three novice 4-H members present to accept the proclamation along with agent and county director.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Providing educational opportunities to youth and volunteers is essential in sparking interest in various and to help explain aspects and requirements of the 4-H program.
-October 2009 – Record book workshop was conducted to assist members and parents on steps of completing record book. There were 10 youth and 4 adults in attendance. Agent, educator and City Slickers 4-H club collaborated to have a sewing project day. Members, club leaders and parents assisted educator in sewing aprons for ICAN program. A total of 39 aprons were made.
-November 2009 – Senior 4-H Member Award Interviews and Ambassador Interviews. Agent organized interviews for 4-H members as they vied for top senior awards and positions on the county ambassador team. Record book training for adult leaders was conducted to provide explanation of what should be considered and what youth should include in record books as they are judged. There were 9 adult volunteers present. Agent and County Director collaborated with NMSU Recruitment Coodinator to conduct presention to 4-H members who were junior and seniors in high school and parents on admissions, scholarships, financial aide and college life. There were 8 youth and 4 parents in attendance.
-January 2010 – Embroidery Workshop was conducted by the Embroidery Guild. There were 13 youth and 3 adults who learned embroidery techniques. Agent was asked by State 4-H Specialist to present a teambuilding workshop to 11 members of the State Leadership Team.
-February 2010 – Agents from the Southwest District work together to coordinate the Southwest District Leadership Training. 40 youth serving on their county’s council attended the event. Agents and members of the State Officer Team took on the roles of conducting workshops to help youth develop skills and set goals for their year of service. The agent also worked with the Dońa Ana County 4-H Leadership Team to conduct a leadership training opened to members enrolled in the county program. There were 11 members who attended the training conducted by their peers and were encouraged to take back activities to their clubs.
-March 2010 – Agents copresented workshop on conducting a new parent orientation to 20 adult volunteers, agents, parents and leaders during the Western Regional Leaders Forum.
-July 2010 – The county 4-H program was challenged in January to participate in raising funds for the Lions Survivor Camp. Clubs and members took on the challenge and raised $1,151 to donate to the cause in July. Rabbit Clinics was conducted with help from club leader and member to teach youth about rabbit care, feeding, grooming and showmanship as youth prepared the animal projects for EXPO and fairs. There were 14 youth and 8 adults present.
-August & September 2010 – Record book training. Agent worked with club leader to conduct record book training on how to fill out record book using new format to 18 youth and 12 parents. August brought the second annual Dona Ana County Cloverbud Day. Agent collaborated 4-H members and adult leaders in conducting Cloverbud Day. Cloverbuds had their own special day to showcase their projects and learn about a variety of topics related to 4-H as well as participate in a local community service project. There were 48 Cloverbuds and 20 parents who participated.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH EVENTS
Participating in community outreach events promotes 4-H and the Cooperative Extension Service and provides opportunities for collaboration with various organizations. This also serves as a great recruitment tool for increasing membership and gaining adult volunteers in the 4-H program.
-November 2009– Agent and intern conducted education presentation and had hands-on activities for youth who live in Rincon and utilize community resource center. There were 12 youth who participated.
-August 2010 & September 2010 – National Night Out and the Hatch Chile Festival. Collaborative effort between Home Economists, Agronomy and Horticulture Agent, and 4-H Agent as well as 4-H members and families in bringing awareness of programs and services offered by the Dońa Ana Cooperative Extension Service. Approximately, 300 youthand 150 adults at National Night Out and 300 youth and 100 parents at the Hatch Chile Festival visited educational tables. Agent and 4-H members participated in the Dona Ana County Cooperative Extension EFNEP celebration. Members assisted with showcasing 4-H program and answering participants questions. There were approximately 200 adults in attendance.
Youth showcase the skills learned through selected projects and involvement in 4-H program through their participation in county and district contests, fairs and conferences.
-October 2009 – Southern New Mexico State Fair. Agent attended the duration of the fair to assist youth and parents with projects. The agent also assisted with the adult and youth baked goods competition, the bake sale, the Junior Livestock Auction and returning exhibits to exhibitors. Agent was superintendent of the 4-H Indoor Youth Exhibit Department. This was a new addition to the fair and received well by fair goers. 150 youth exhibits were displayed representing Hidalgo, Luna, Otero and Dona Ana counties. There were 53 youth who entered exhibits.
-December 2009 – 4-H Agent worked with Ag./4-H Agent to organize the Dońa Ana County 4-H Awards Night. Approximately, 300 4-H members and their families attended the event. This event honors 4-H members for their accomplishments throughout the 4-H year as well as recognize key supports of the county program. Officers and ambassadors display their leadership skills as they facilitate over the ceremony. Members also conducted two community service projects that included raising funds for the Honors Flight Program and collecting items for the Wounded Warriors Program.
-January 2010 – Agent along with Ag. Agent traveled to Albuquerque to take 15 senior 4-H members to Senior Leadership Retreat where they learn leadership skills. There were three senior members who interviewed for State Ambassador and Diplomat positions. Of the three, two were selected to serve on the State Leadership Team.
-February 2009 – Teen Leadership Conference brought senior and junior members as well as members enrolled in 4-H military clubs together for hands-on learning and networking opportunities. Youth participated in the Operation Military Kids community service project of preparing Hero Packs. There were 24 youth and 6 adult chaperones in attendance.
-March 2009 – Novice 4-H members and members enrolled in the 4-H military club attended Novice Fun Fest. Approximately, 42 members and teen leaders and ten adult chaperones came together for a weekend of fun and hands on learning. Dońa Ana County 4-H collaborated with Las Cruces FFA at the District Judging Contest. There were 28 members that competed in Livestock, Horse and Wool judging, which qualified them for district and state contests. Agents assisted with contests.
-April 2010- Agents along with Bullseye 4-H Club volunteers coordinated county shooting sports. There were 240 novice, junior and senior members that competed in the two day event. Agent chaperoned five youth at Youth Get Away. Agents also coordinated the county talent show where 50 youth showcased their talents.
-June 2010 – County and District Contests. Agents assisted in coordinating county contests for 110 members. The agent assisted with monitoring shooting sports test and was the superintendent for the Prepared and Impromptu Public Speaking Contest. Approximatley 97 youth participated in shooting sports at district and 68 youth in other contests. Agent assisted in chaperoning nine youth who attended Livestock School.
-July 2010 - The agent participated and chaperoned 24 youth members attending State 4-H Conference. Agents ensured members attended workshops and contests.
-August 2010 – Achievement Day. The agent secured judges and coordinated Achievement Day during the 2010 Dońa Ana 4-H and FFA Expo. 96 members entered non-livestock exhibits, totaling 295 exhibits. which 54 youth members qualified to enter exhibits at State Fair and 48 youth members qualified to enter exhibits in the 4-H Youth Department at the Southern New Mexico State Fair. The first annual Dona Ana County 4-H Rodeo was held. There were a total of 47 4-H members from around the state who competed in each rodeo. The rodeo was well received and county has been asked to consider hosting State 4-H Rodeo Finals in 2011.
-September 2010 – State, El Paso and Southern New Mexico State Fairs. The agent took state qualifier’s entries to State Fair and Southern New Mexico State Fair as well as assisted with judging at State Fair and taking youth entries at Southern New Mexico State Fair. The agent assisted youth who exhibited livestock projects at all three fairs. There were approximately 200 exhibits from Dona Ana, Luna, Catron, Hidalgo, Sierra and Otero counties displayed in the 4-H Indoor Exhibit Department.
4-H AND AGRICULTURAL AWARENESS EVENTS
Youth assist with promotion of 4-H and agricultural awareness events throughout the year and connect with audiences who might not be aware of program and agricultural issues. The 4-H Agent and 4-H Agriculture and Livestock Agent worked together in carrying out events and connecting with 4-H members who conducted activities and assisted with presentations.
-October 2009 – Agent worked with store manager to set up education display about 4-H during quarterly Round Up event which benefit county program.
-November 2009 – Agent continues partnership with the local JCPenney’s store, who is an after-school partner. Agent, council officers, 4-H members and parents volunteered to help with Dress A Child event as a community service project.
-December 2009 – Agent worked with club leader in conducting presentation/activities to home school children at White Sands during their Christmas party. Club leader worked with military families to introduce 4-H and various projects from the Uniquely NM project book. There were 33 youth and 11 adults present.store manager to set up educational display about 4-H during quarterly Round Up Events, which benefit county 4-H program.
-March/April 2010 – Agent assisted the 4-H Livestock/Agricultural Agent with the Kids Kows and More agricultural awareness program. 4-H members served as group leaders for 1000 fourth grade elementary school students learned about the food and fiber industry and the importance of food safety. Agents assisted the Dońa Ana County Farm Bureau with their annual Food Check Out Day and had members from the county leadership team assist with purchasing food items at WalMart. Food items were distributed to families in need by Community Action Agency. Agent worked with Ridgerunner club leader to have members of the leadership team present on topics such as parli pro, leadership, duties and roles of an officer and professionalism during the monthly meeting. Members of the county leadership team presented to 19 youth and 6 adults.
-May 2010 – Agents presented on the Cooperative Extension Service, the importance of agriculture and on 4-H to 78 seventh grade students.
-July 2010 – 4-H float in Las Cruces Electric Light Parade. There were 89 youth and 30 parents who worked together to create a float to promote 4-H in the parade. Ag Awareness Day. During the Ag. Awareness Day, 140 students and 16 teachers participating in the bilingual migrant summer school program learned about agriculture and 4-H.
-September 2010 – 4-H Week Proclaimed in Dona Ana County. The board of county commissioners proclaimed 4-H week in Dona Ana County during the Sept. 28th meeting. There were three members of the leadership team and three novice 4-H members present to accept the proclamation along with agent and county director.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Providing educational opportunities to youth and volunteers is essential in sparking interest in various and to help explain aspects and requirements of the 4-H program.
-October 2009 – Record book workshop was conducted to assist members and parents on steps of completing record book. There were 10 youth and 4 adults in attendance. Agent, educator and City Slickers 4-H club collaborated to have a sewing project day. Members, club leaders and parents assisted educator in sewing aprons for ICAN program. A total of 39 aprons were made.
-November 2009 – Senior 4-H Member Award Interviews and Ambassador Interviews. Agent organized interviews for 4-H members as they vied for top senior awards and positions on the county ambassador team. Record book training for adult leaders was conducted to provide explanation of what should be considered and what youth should include in record books as they are judged. There were 9 adult volunteers present. Agent and County Director collaborated with NMSU Recruitment Coodinator to conduct presention to 4-H members who were junior and seniors in high school and parents on admissions, scholarships, financial aide and college life. There were 8 youth and 4 parents in attendance.
-January 2010 – Embroidery Workshop was conducted by the Embroidery Guild. There were 13 youth and 3 adults who learned embroidery techniques. Agent was asked by State 4-H Specialist to present a teambuilding workshop to 11 members of the State Leadership Team.
-February 2010 – Agents from the Southwest District work together to coordinate the Southwest District Leadership Training. 40 youth serving on their county’s council attended the event. Agents and members of the State Officer Team took on the roles of conducting workshops to help youth develop skills and set goals for their year of service. The agent also worked with the Dońa Ana County 4-H Leadership Team to conduct a leadership training opened to members enrolled in the county program. There were 11 members who attended the training conducted by their peers and were encouraged to take back activities to their clubs.
-March 2010 – Agents copresented workshop on conducting a new parent orientation to 20 adult volunteers, agents, parents and leaders during the Western Regional Leaders Forum.
-July 2010 – The county 4-H program was challenged in January to participate in raising funds for the Lions Survivor Camp. Clubs and members took on the challenge and raised $1,151 to donate to the cause in July. Rabbit Clinics was conducted with help from club leader and member to teach youth about rabbit care, feeding, grooming and showmanship as youth prepared the animal projects for EXPO and fairs. There were 14 youth and 8 adults present.
-August & September 2010 – Record book training. Agent worked with club leader to conduct record book training on how to fill out record book using new format to 18 youth and 12 parents. August brought the second annual Dona Ana County Cloverbud Day. Agent collaborated 4-H members and adult leaders in conducting Cloverbud Day. Cloverbuds had their own special day to showcase their projects and learn about a variety of topics related to 4-H as well as participate in a local community service project. There were 48 Cloverbuds and 20 parents who participated.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH EVENTS
Participating in community outreach events promotes 4-H and the Cooperative Extension Service and provides opportunities for collaboration with various organizations. This also serves as a great recruitment tool for increasing membership and gaining adult volunteers in the 4-H program.
-November 2009– Agent and intern conducted education presentation and had hands-on activities for youth who live in Rincon and utilize community resource center. There were 12 youth who participated.
-August 2010 & September 2010 – National Night Out and the Hatch Chile Festival. Collaborative effort between Home Economists, Agronomy and Horticulture Agent, and 4-H Agent as well as 4-H members and families in bringing awareness of programs and services offered by the Dońa Ana Cooperative Extension Service. Approximately, 300 youthand 150 adults at National Night Out and 300 youth and 100 parents at the Hatch Chile Festival visited educational tables. Agent and 4-H members participated in the Dona Ana County Cooperative Extension EFNEP celebration. Members assisted with showcasing 4-H program and answering participants questions. There were approximately 200 adults in attendance.
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.
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.
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.