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Youth Development (McKinley County)
Plan Goals
Develope life skills in youth and 4-H members in McKinley County through special interest: School enrichment, Competition, Workshops, Outreach, Record Books, County Council, and anything related to youth programming.
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Impact Reports
Zuni Youth "Nutrition, Healthy Snacks, and More!"
According to the National Health and Nutrition survey obesity is a serious health concern for all children and adolescents. About 39% or American Indian children 5-18 years old were found to be overweight or at risk for overweight. The Zuni Food Distribution, McKinley County Home Economist and CDE submitted a youth grant proposal to provided 2 workshops of "Nutrition, Healthy Snacks, and More!". The grant was awarded in August and planning began with all parties involved. The first 2 hour workshop was held on September 9, 2010 and the second was held on September 16, 2010 in the community of Zuni. 40 youth learned how to prepare health snacks, learned about MyPyramid, learned about serving sizes, learned about avoiding fried foods and sugar, and learned the importance of exercising 60 minutes per day. The Food Distribution Program also provided each participant who attended with a backpack of wonderful incentatives that were purchased through the nutrition grant. Short, medium, and long term objectives were met. Evaluation was provided by the Zuni Food Distribution Program and are pending results. The workshops were successful and well attended.
According to the National Health and Nutrition survey obesity is a serious health concern for all children and adolescents. About 39% or American Indian children 5-18 years old were found to be overweight or at risk for overweight. The Zuni Food Distribution, McKinley County Home Economist and CDE submitted a youth grant proposal to provided 2 workshops of "Nutrition, Healthy Snacks, and More!". The grant was awarded in August and planning began with all parties involved. The first 2 hour workshop was held on September 9, 2010 and the second was held on September 16, 2010 in the community of Zuni. 40 youth learned how to prepare health snacks, learned about MyPyramid, learned about serving sizes, learned about avoiding fried foods and sugar, and learned the importance of exercising 60 minutes per day. The Food Distribution Program also provided each participant who attended with a backpack of wonderful incentatives that were purchased through the nutrition grant. Short, medium, and long term objectives were met. Evaluation was provided by the Zuni Food Distribution Program and are pending results. The workshops were successful and well attended.
Zuni Youth "Nutrition, Healthy Snacks, and More!"
According to the National Health and Nutrition survey obesity is a serious health concern for all children and adolescents. About 39% or American Indian children 5-18 years old were found to be overweight or at risk for overweight. The Zuni Food Distribution, McKinley County Home Economist and CDE submitted a youth grant proposal to provided 2 workshops of "Nutrition, Healthy Snacks, and More!". The grant was awarded in August and planning began with all parties involved. The first 2 hour workshop was held on September 9, 2010 and the second was held on September 16, 2010 in the community of Zuni. 40 youth learned how to prepare health snacks, learned about MyPyramid, learned about serving sizes, learned about avoiding fried foods and sugar, and learned the importance of exercising 60 minutes per day. The Food Distribution Program also provided each participant who attended with a backpack of wonderful incentatives that were purchased through the nutrition grant. Short, medium, and long term objectives were met. Evaluation was provided by the Zuni Food Distribution Program and are pending results. The workshops were successful and well attended.
According to the National Health and Nutrition survey obesity is a serious health concern for all children and adolescents. About 39% or American Indian children 5-18 years old were found to be overweight or at risk for overweight. The Zuni Food Distribution, McKinley County Home Economist and CDE submitted a youth grant proposal to provided 2 workshops of "Nutrition, Healthy Snacks, and More!". The grant was awarded in August and planning began with all parties involved. The first 2 hour workshop was held on September 9, 2010 and the second was held on September 16, 2010 in the community of Zuni. 40 youth learned how to prepare health snacks, learned about MyPyramid, learned about serving sizes, learned about avoiding fried foods and sugar, and learned the importance of exercising 60 minutes per day. The Food Distribution Program also provided each participant who attended with a backpack of wonderful incentatives that were purchased through the nutrition grant. Short, medium, and long term objectives were met. Evaluation was provided by the Zuni Food Distribution Program and are pending results. The workshops were successful and well attended.
Crownpoint OYD Boys and Girls Club
Childhood obesity is a serious health issue that is not going away any time soon. The most recent trend has led First Lady Michelle Obama to launch a nationwide campaign against childhood obesity through increased physical activity and healthier food choices. Healthy nutrition begins with a variety of foods that provide all the nutrients needed to maintain a healthy body. By fostering a new generation of healthy eaters who might then go on to teach their own children to make good food choices we are one step ahead of the game. 15 Native American youth attended the first nutrition session on September 17 at the Crownpoint Boys and Girls Club. The youth learned about MyPyramid: serving sizes, exercise, etc., and they were treated to several different foods they had tasted for the first time. Following the tasting they prepared a recipe they prepared by the kids with adult supervision. The activities were led by the Home Economist and three volunteers from the Boys and Girls Club. The kids enjoyed and gained knowledge that they can share with their family and friends. Evaluation was not given because of the age and reading level of the students. Building healthy families is a step by step process but, by reaching youth at a young age we can start them on the healthy path sooner than later.
Childhood obesity is a serious health issue that is not going away any time soon. The most recent trend has led First Lady Michelle Obama to launch a nationwide campaign against childhood obesity through increased physical activity and healthier food choices. Healthy nutrition begins with a variety of foods that provide all the nutrients needed to maintain a healthy body. By fostering a new generation of healthy eaters who might then go on to teach their own children to make good food choices we are one step ahead of the game. 15 Native American youth attended the first nutrition session on September 17 at the Crownpoint Boys and Girls Club. The youth learned about MyPyramid: serving sizes, exercise, etc., and they were treated to several different foods they had tasted for the first time. Following the tasting they prepared a recipe they prepared by the kids with adult supervision. The activities were led by the Home Economist and three volunteers from the Boys and Girls Club. The kids enjoyed and gained knowledge that they can share with their family and friends. Evaluation was not given because of the age and reading level of the students. Building healthy families is a step by step process but, by reaching youth at a young age we can start them on the healthy path sooner than later.
Wellness Warriors-Teen Lifestyle Change Program
According to the McKinley County YRRS Survey 32.4 of McKinley’s teens are considered overweight or obese. Obese kids are at higher risk for asthma, hypertension, orthopedic problems, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and Type 2 diabetes than other adolescents. Teens who engage in regular physical activity and healthy eating practices decrease their risk of chronic diseases live healthier and longer lives. Experts indicated that one in seven cases of diabetes can be prevented through exercise and diet. This year the “Wellness Warriors” teens and their parents attended the four sessions of “Kitchen Creations”. Our goal was to provide teens and parents with tips on how to manage their weight, choose healthy foods, and help them to learn to take care of themselves emotionally as well as physically, so that they can reach their maximum potential. Teaching teens to eat healthy foods and include exercise daily will help decrease the risk for diabetes. 17 participants completed the four sessions (4 of the participants were recently diagnosed with diabetes) on March 18, 2010 and found the activities to be helpful in decreasing the amount of high-carb and junk foods consumed on a daily basis. Evaluation was gathered at each session and compiled for reporting purposes and serve for future planning of programs. Several teens indicated that if more parents allowed their children to be involved in the preparation of meals children would be less likely to dislike foods that they have never tasted. One participant said that their family now sets aside 3 days for family food prep and dinning.
According to the McKinley County YRRS Survey 32.4 of McKinley’s teens are considered overweight or obese. Obese kids are at higher risk for asthma, hypertension, orthopedic problems, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and Type 2 diabetes than other adolescents. Teens who engage in regular physical activity and healthy eating practices decrease their risk of chronic diseases live healthier and longer lives. Experts indicated that one in seven cases of diabetes can be prevented through exercise and diet. This year the “Wellness Warriors” teens and their parents attended the four sessions of “Kitchen Creations”. Our goal was to provide teens and parents with tips on how to manage their weight, choose healthy foods, and help them to learn to take care of themselves emotionally as well as physically, so that they can reach their maximum potential. Teaching teens to eat healthy foods and include exercise daily will help decrease the risk for diabetes. 17 participants completed the four sessions (4 of the participants were recently diagnosed with diabetes) on March 18, 2010 and found the activities to be helpful in decreasing the amount of high-carb and junk foods consumed on a daily basis. Evaluation was gathered at each session and compiled for reporting purposes and serve for future planning of programs. Several teens indicated that if more parents allowed their children to be involved in the preparation of meals children would be less likely to dislike foods that they have never tasted. One participant said that their family now sets aside 3 days for family food prep and dinning.
4-H Project Days,
Each year during the winter holiday season and summer the Home Economist offers 4-H youth several project workshops. The projects that I offer are those that are not covered by any of our registered leaders, thus enabling youth to learn about new project material. The workshops are scheduled during the day and 4-H youth, Clover Buds to Senior age are invited to attend the workshop of their choice, or all the workshops offered. Attendance is low, but the youth who attend complete one or all of the projects offered in the time allotted. Project days were offered on December 29th- 30th, June 3-9 and August 18th-19th 5 youth attended and completed several projects that were entered at the county fair as a completed project. County 4-H leaders offer similar workshops during the 4-H year at different locations they attend: ceramics, rocketry, baking, sewing, leathercraft, braiding, shooting sports, scrap booking, weaving, and many other project workshops. 15 youth attended and completed project workshops, competition training, etc., prior to District/State Conference and Bi-County fair this year.
Each year during the winter holiday season and summer the Home Economist offers 4-H youth several project workshops. The projects that I offer are those that are not covered by any of our registered leaders, thus enabling youth to learn about new project material. The workshops are scheduled during the day and 4-H youth, Clover Buds to Senior age are invited to attend the workshop of their choice, or all the workshops offered. Attendance is low, but the youth who attend complete one or all of the projects offered in the time allotted. Project days were offered on December 29th- 30th, June 3-9 and August 18th-19th 5 youth attended and completed several projects that were entered at the county fair as a completed project. County 4-H leaders offer similar workshops during the 4-H year at different locations they attend: ceramics, rocketry, baking, sewing, leathercraft, braiding, shooting sports, scrap booking, weaving, and many other project workshops. 15 youth attended and completed project workshops, competition training, etc., prior to District/State Conference and Bi-County fair this year.