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Youth Development (Roosevelt County)
Plan Goals
To promote positive youth development for Roosevelt County youth through 4-H project work, special interest, competition, clinics, workshops, outreach efforts, record books, camps, county council, officer trainings, junior/teen leaders
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Youth Development
Impact Reports
Objective #1 (new members), #8 (members for 2-3 years), #15 (members for at least 4 years)
Camp
4 youth attended Senior Leadership Retreat held in Albuquerque. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to social skills, cooperation, teamwork, communication and service learning. 100% of youth participants reported an increase in the ability to be more out spoken and also helped them to meet new people. 2 youth attended as ambassador/diplomat applicants and were also selected to serve as such.
19 youth attended Youth-Get-Away held at Inlow Baptist Camp. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to leadership, teamwork, problem solving and cooperation. 2 senior 4-H member served as counselors completing leadership training and field experience. 89% of youth participants reported an increase in cooperation, teamwork and self esteem. The majority of the youth that attended said they will be returning next year.
13 youth attended a multi-county leadership camp held in Clovis. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to leadership, teamwork, cooperation and making the right choices. State 4-H officers served as counselors completing leadership training and field experience.
8 4-H County Council officers attended an officer retreat. Youth participated in actives to encourage teamwork and critical thinking.
Workshops, Clinics & Trainings
16 4-H members attended a record book workshop. Youth received information on different methods of record keeping, the main parts of a record book and how to set goals. 68% of youth reported an increase in knowledge related to record books. 75% of youth reported an increase in mastery skills such as planning and organizing, self-motivation and goal setting skills.
4 4-H members attended a countywide Showmanship Workshop. Youth received hands on training related to showmanship techniques and appropriate attire. Based on observation 100% of youth reported an increase in knowledge related to showmanship techniques. 75% of youth reported an increase in mastery skills such as planning and organizing and self-motivation.
Objective #2 (new members), #9 (2-3 members), #16 (members for at least 4 years)
Competitive Events
County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 93% of novice and junior youth advanced to District level competition. Contest Areas included Favorite Foods, Livestock Judging, Wildlife, Clothing Revue, Land, Home-Ec Skillathon, Horticulture, Poetry and livestock Skillathon. 100% of youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by team camaraderie, positive sportsmanship and completion of project related activities.
County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 100% of senior youth advanced to State level competition. Contest Areas included Favorite Foods, Livestock Judging, Horticulture, Land, and Wildlife. 100% of youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by team camaraderie, positive sportsmanship and completion of project related activities.
Objective #3, (new members), #10 (2-3 members), #17 (members for at least 4 years)
Awards & Recognition
5 4-H youth served as keynote speakers, emcees, pledge leaders and presenters at the annual County 4-H Banquet, increasing their public speaking skills and giving leadership to the overall program. Members received plaques and medals in recognition of their achievements and increase in life skills related to mastery, belonging, generosity and independence throughout the 2008-2009 program year. 133 members, leaders and guests attended the event.
Speaking Opportunities
Local Club Meetings & Programs – 75% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through demonstrations and leadership roles in their local club.
County 4-H Council Meetings & Programs – 8% all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through leadership roles at the County level.
Objective #4, (new members), #11 (2-3 members), #18 (members for at least 4 years)
Community Service
85% of local clubs conduct community service projects and 65% of 4-H youth participate in service projects at the county level. Examples of County Community Service Projects include: Trash pick up, Meals on wheels, baby sitting services for the Roosevelt County Electric Coop. banquet, cleaning up and repairing the fairgrounds, and many other creative community contributions. Youth increased knowledge and skills relate to generosity and service learning, contributions to group efforts and responsible citizenship as evidenced by willingness to serve, appreciation of service opportunities and youth assuming leadership roles related to service. Results were reported by club leaders and in member record books.
School Enrichment
County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. 345 second grade youth gained knowledge related to the embryology of an egg through the Egg to Chick Program. Youth learned about the embryological process of eggs and they also learned that what they do or don’t do can dramatically affect the outcome of another life. According to one teacher, “The kids have learned responsibility by participating in this program.”
Objective #5, (new members), #12 (2-3 members), #19 (members for at least 4 years)
County Council Leadership
Youth serve in leadership roles at the county level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Appointed Leadership, Event Coordinator and/or Committee Chair/Member. Youth received training in the following areas through County and Multi-County trainings: Parliamentary Procedure, Public Speaking, Recreation and Goal Setting. 75% of youth actively involved in the County Council gained mastery of skills related to leadership as evidenced in an increased willingness to serve as leaders in their local clubs and their community.
Youth Club Leadership
Youth serve in leadership roles at the club level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Pledge Leader and/or Committee Chair. Youth received training in the following areas through Club, County and Multi-County trainings: Public Speaking, Leadership and Team Work. 82% of youth actively involved in Club Leadership gained mastery of skills related to planning and organization as well as generosity skills by contributing to the group effort, as evidenced youth involvement in planning and conducting meetings, youth lead committees and club contributions to County Council efforts.
Objective #6, (new members), #13 (2-3 members), #20 (members for at least 4 years)
Sponsorships & Fundraising
Youth work with adult partners to solicit donations and sponsorships for 4-H programming, 4-H rodeo and county fair needs as well conducting fundraisers. The County conducted a fundraiser to send youth on trips; provide for countywide trainings and socials; and maintain funds for general operations. All of the 4-H youth helped work the concession stand at the county fair and 4-H rodeo. The county raised over $4,500 toward providing quality programs. Youth gained knowledge and skills in organizing and managing money as well as constructive youth/adult partnerships.
Farm Safety Day
Farm Safety Day teaches youth in rural areas about the dangers of living on a farm or ranch. This is a nationally sponsored event. Curry and Roosevelt County Cooperative Extension Service coordinate this event along with Curry Co. Health Department, Farmers Electric Co-op., State Parks Department, Curry Co. Farm Bureau, Home Health Care, Plateau Communications, local fire and police departments and several volunteers. This is the largest Farm Safety Day offered to 3rd graders in Curry, Roosevelt and Parmer county over 2 days. 4-H agent taught chemical safety. Students learn how to handle chemicals, not to mix chemicals and the physical similarities between chemicals and foods and drinks found in the home.
Kids & Kows & More
Kids, Kows & More is coordinated each spring by the Curry and Roosevelt County Cooperative Extension Service along with the help of Southwest Dairy Farmers, Curry County Farm Bureau and several others. This is a great learning opportunity for 4th graders from Curry, Roosevelt and a few Texas counties. This program provides hands on learning experiences related to agriculture in these counties. It teaches students about production and consumer uses of several products. This helps students realize how big of an impact agriculture has on their lives.
Camp
4 youth attended Senior Leadership Retreat held in Albuquerque. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to social skills, cooperation, teamwork, communication and service learning. 100% of youth participants reported an increase in the ability to be more out spoken and also helped them to meet new people. 2 youth attended as ambassador/diplomat applicants and were also selected to serve as such.
19 youth attended Youth-Get-Away held at Inlow Baptist Camp. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to leadership, teamwork, problem solving and cooperation. 2 senior 4-H member served as counselors completing leadership training and field experience. 89% of youth participants reported an increase in cooperation, teamwork and self esteem. The majority of the youth that attended said they will be returning next year.
13 youth attended a multi-county leadership camp held in Clovis. Youth participated in hands on workshops and activities designed to increase life skills related to leadership, teamwork, cooperation and making the right choices. State 4-H officers served as counselors completing leadership training and field experience.
8 4-H County Council officers attended an officer retreat. Youth participated in actives to encourage teamwork and critical thinking.
Workshops, Clinics & Trainings
16 4-H members attended a record book workshop. Youth received information on different methods of record keeping, the main parts of a record book and how to set goals. 68% of youth reported an increase in knowledge related to record books. 75% of youth reported an increase in mastery skills such as planning and organizing, self-motivation and goal setting skills.
4 4-H members attended a countywide Showmanship Workshop. Youth received hands on training related to showmanship techniques and appropriate attire. Based on observation 100% of youth reported an increase in knowledge related to showmanship techniques. 75% of youth reported an increase in mastery skills such as planning and organizing and self-motivation.
Objective #2 (new members), #9 (2-3 members), #16 (members for at least 4 years)
Competitive Events
County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 93% of novice and junior youth advanced to District level competition. Contest Areas included Favorite Foods, Livestock Judging, Wildlife, Clothing Revue, Land, Home-Ec Skillathon, Horticulture, Poetry and livestock Skillathon. 100% of youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by team camaraderie, positive sportsmanship and completion of project related activities.
County Competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 100% of senior youth advanced to State level competition. Contest Areas included Favorite Foods, Livestock Judging, Horticulture, Land, and Wildlife. 100% of youth participating in competitive events increased mastery and independence related to teamwork, character and critical thinking as evidenced by team camaraderie, positive sportsmanship and completion of project related activities.
Objective #3, (new members), #10 (2-3 members), #17 (members for at least 4 years)
Awards & Recognition
5 4-H youth served as keynote speakers, emcees, pledge leaders and presenters at the annual County 4-H Banquet, increasing their public speaking skills and giving leadership to the overall program. Members received plaques and medals in recognition of their achievements and increase in life skills related to mastery, belonging, generosity and independence throughout the 2008-2009 program year. 133 members, leaders and guests attended the event.
Speaking Opportunities
Local Club Meetings & Programs – 75% of all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through demonstrations and leadership roles in their local club.
County 4-H Council Meetings & Programs – 8% all youth involved in the 4-H program increase public speaking and communication skills through leadership roles at the County level.
Objective #4, (new members), #11 (2-3 members), #18 (members for at least 4 years)
Community Service
85% of local clubs conduct community service projects and 65% of 4-H youth participate in service projects at the county level. Examples of County Community Service Projects include: Trash pick up, Meals on wheels, baby sitting services for the Roosevelt County Electric Coop. banquet, cleaning up and repairing the fairgrounds, and many other creative community contributions. Youth increased knowledge and skills relate to generosity and service learning, contributions to group efforts and responsible citizenship as evidenced by willingness to serve, appreciation of service opportunities and youth assuming leadership roles related to service. Results were reported by club leaders and in member record books.
School Enrichment
County Extension personnel provide quality educational experiences through cooperation with classroom teachers. 345 second grade youth gained knowledge related to the embryology of an egg through the Egg to Chick Program. Youth learned about the embryological process of eggs and they also learned that what they do or don’t do can dramatically affect the outcome of another life. According to one teacher, “The kids have learned responsibility by participating in this program.”
Objective #5, (new members), #12 (2-3 members), #19 (members for at least 4 years)
County Council Leadership
Youth serve in leadership roles at the county level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Appointed Leadership, Event Coordinator and/or Committee Chair/Member. Youth received training in the following areas through County and Multi-County trainings: Parliamentary Procedure, Public Speaking, Recreation and Goal Setting. 75% of youth actively involved in the County Council gained mastery of skills related to leadership as evidenced in an increased willingness to serve as leaders in their local clubs and their community.
Youth Club Leadership
Youth serve in leadership roles at the club level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Pledge Leader and/or Committee Chair. Youth received training in the following areas through Club, County and Multi-County trainings: Public Speaking, Leadership and Team Work. 82% of youth actively involved in Club Leadership gained mastery of skills related to planning and organization as well as generosity skills by contributing to the group effort, as evidenced youth involvement in planning and conducting meetings, youth lead committees and club contributions to County Council efforts.
Objective #6, (new members), #13 (2-3 members), #20 (members for at least 4 years)
Sponsorships & Fundraising
Youth work with adult partners to solicit donations and sponsorships for 4-H programming, 4-H rodeo and county fair needs as well conducting fundraisers. The County conducted a fundraiser to send youth on trips; provide for countywide trainings and socials; and maintain funds for general operations. All of the 4-H youth helped work the concession stand at the county fair and 4-H rodeo. The county raised over $4,500 toward providing quality programs. Youth gained knowledge and skills in organizing and managing money as well as constructive youth/adult partnerships.
Farm Safety Day
Farm Safety Day teaches youth in rural areas about the dangers of living on a farm or ranch. This is a nationally sponsored event. Curry and Roosevelt County Cooperative Extension Service coordinate this event along with Curry Co. Health Department, Farmers Electric Co-op., State Parks Department, Curry Co. Farm Bureau, Home Health Care, Plateau Communications, local fire and police departments and several volunteers. This is the largest Farm Safety Day offered to 3rd graders in Curry, Roosevelt and Parmer county over 2 days. 4-H agent taught chemical safety. Students learn how to handle chemicals, not to mix chemicals and the physical similarities between chemicals and foods and drinks found in the home.
Kids & Kows & More
Kids, Kows & More is coordinated each spring by the Curry and Roosevelt County Cooperative Extension Service along with the help of Southwest Dairy Farmers, Curry County Farm Bureau and several others. This is a great learning opportunity for 4th graders from Curry, Roosevelt and a few Texas counties. This program provides hands on learning experiences related to agriculture in these counties. It teaches students about production and consumer uses of several products. This helps students realize how big of an impact agriculture has on their lives.
Farm Safety Day
Farm Safety Day teaches youth in rural areas about the dangers of living on a farm or ranch. This is a nationally sponsored event. Curry and Roosevelt County Cooperative Extension Service coordinate this event anlong with Curry Co. Health Department, Farmers Electric Co-op., State Parks Department, Curry Co. Farm Bureau, Home Health Care, Plateau Communications, local fire and police departments and several volunteers. This is the largest Farm Safety Day offered to 3rd graders in Curry, Roosevelt and Parmer county over 2 days. 4-H agent co-taught chemical safety. Students learn how to handle chemicals, not to mix chemicals and the physical similarites between chemicals and foods and drinks in the home.
Farm Safety Day teaches youth in rural areas about the dangers of living on a farm or ranch. This is a nationally sponsored event. Curry and Roosevelt County Cooperative Extension Service coordinate this event anlong with Curry Co. Health Department, Farmers Electric Co-op., State Parks Department, Curry Co. Farm Bureau, Home Health Care, Plateau Communications, local fire and police departments and several volunteers. This is the largest Farm Safety Day offered to 3rd graders in Curry, Roosevelt and Parmer county over 2 days. 4-H agent co-taught chemical safety. Students learn how to handle chemicals, not to mix chemicals and the physical similarites between chemicals and foods and drinks in the home.
Kids & Kows & More
Kids, Kows & More is cooridinated each spring by the Curry and Roosevelt Coouny Cooperative Extension Service along with the help of Southwest Dairy Farmers, Curry County Farm Bureau and several others. This is a great learning oppurtunity for 4th graders from Curry, Roosevelt and a few Texas counties. This program provides hands on learning experiences related to agriculture in these counties. It teaches students about production and consumer uses of several products. This helps students realize how big of an impact agriculture has on their lives.
Kids, Kows & More is cooridinated each spring by the Curry and Roosevelt Coouny Cooperative Extension Service along with the help of Southwest Dairy Farmers, Curry County Farm Bureau and several others. This is a great learning oppurtunity for 4th graders from Curry, Roosevelt and a few Texas counties. This program provides hands on learning experiences related to agriculture in these counties. It teaches students about production and consumer uses of several products. This helps students realize how big of an impact agriculture has on their lives.
Sponsorship & Fundraising
Youth work with adult partners to solicit donations and sponsorships for 4-H programming, 4-H rodeo and county fair needs as well conducting fundraisers. The County conducted a fundraiser to send youth on trips; provide for countywide trainings and socials; and maintain funds for general operations. All of the 4-H youth helped work the concession stand at the county fair and 4-H rodeo. The county raised over $5,000 toward providing quality programs. Youth gained knowledge and skills in organizing and managing money as well as constructive youth/adult partnerships.
Youth work with adult partners to solicit donations and sponsorships for 4-H programming, 4-H rodeo and county fair needs as well conducting fundraisers. The County conducted a fundraiser to send youth on trips; provide for countywide trainings and socials; and maintain funds for general operations. All of the 4-H youth helped work the concession stand at the county fair and 4-H rodeo. The county raised over $5,000 toward providing quality programs. Youth gained knowledge and skills in organizing and managing money as well as constructive youth/adult partnerships.
Club Leadership
Youth serve in leadership roles at the club level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Pledge Leader and/or Committee Chair. Youth received training in the following areas through Club, County and Multi-County trainings: Public Speaking, Leadership and Team Work. 87% of youth actively involved in Club Leadership gained mastery of skills related to planning and organization as well as generosity skills by contributing to the group effort, as evidenced youth involvement in planning and conducting meetings, youth lead committees and club contributions to County Council efforts.
Youth serve in leadership roles at the club level by performing the following duties: Elected Officer, Pledge Leader and/or Committee Chair. Youth received training in the following areas through Club, County and Multi-County trainings: Public Speaking, Leadership and Team Work. 87% of youth actively involved in Club Leadership gained mastery of skills related to planning and organization as well as generosity skills by contributing to the group effort, as evidenced youth involvement in planning and conducting meetings, youth lead committees and club contributions to County Council efforts.