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Youth Development (Sandoval County)
Plan Goals
Sandoval County youth will enhance their personal growth, through the development of leadership, citizenship and life skills, and experience and satisfaction of making a difference in their own lives, their families, their schools, and their communities.
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Impact Reports
“THIS IS 4-H”
4-H Agent presented this workshop at 3 locations in Sandoval County. The workshop was designed to introduce the 4-H program to youth in urban settings and on the Navajo reservation. 160 youth gained an understanding of 4-H and how 4-H can assist them to gain self confidence, skills in personal development, communication and leadership. Youth learned about the 4-H pledge, projects offered, age requirements and club information. Youth participated in hands-on activities related to life skills and how these skills are an integral part of 4-H and their future. As a result of these workshops, interest and inquiries about 4-H has increased. Enrollment increased in the Rio Rancho/ Corrales area and on the Navajo Reservation by 43% and 12%, respectively.
4-H Agent presented this workshop at 3 locations in Sandoval County. The workshop was designed to introduce the 4-H program to youth in urban settings and on the Navajo reservation. 160 youth gained an understanding of 4-H and how 4-H can assist them to gain self confidence, skills in personal development, communication and leadership. Youth learned about the 4-H pledge, projects offered, age requirements and club information. Youth participated in hands-on activities related to life skills and how these skills are an integral part of 4-H and their future. As a result of these workshops, interest and inquiries about 4-H has increased. Enrollment increased in the Rio Rancho/ Corrales area and on the Navajo Reservation by 43% and 12%, respectively.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Of the 180 youth enrolled in the 4-H program 55% conduct community service projects and 35% of 4-H youth participate in service projects at the county level. Examples of county community service projects include: highway trash clean ups, washing windows at local businesses, cleanup and repairs at fairgrounds, assist elderly with yard work, clothes and blanket donations, food drives and many other creative community contributions. Youth increase knowledge and skills related 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 4-H record books.
Of the 180 youth enrolled in the 4-H program 55% conduct community service projects and 35% of 4-H youth participate in service projects at the county level. Examples of county community service projects include: highway trash clean ups, washing windows at local businesses, cleanup and repairs at fairgrounds, assist elderly with yard work, clothes and blanket donations, food drives and many other creative community contributions. Youth increase knowledge and skills related 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 4-H record books.
COMPETITIVE EVENTS
County competitive events and contest trainings were conducted to expand life skills and knowledge. 22 youth participated in County Contest. 22.7% of novice and junior youth advanced to District level competition and 22.7% of senior youth advanced to state level competition. Contest areas included consumer decision, livestock judging, horse judging, wildlife ID, horticulture and public speaking. 85% 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. 22 youth participated in County Contest. 22.7% of novice and junior youth advanced to District level competition and 22.7% of senior youth advanced to state level competition. Contest areas included consumer decision, livestock judging, horse judging, wildlife ID, horticulture and public speaking. 85% 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.
4-H ROPING CLINIC
The clinic focuses on improving the skills of all participants from beginners to more advanced ropers who are already competing. 10 youth attended and received hands-on training related to roping, horsemanship and safety. As a result of this clinic youth participation in county roping events and rodeos increased by 50%. Youth participating in the clinic increased knowledge and skills related to critical thinking, positive sportsmanship, self-motivation and goal setting.
The clinic focuses on improving the skills of all participants from beginners to more advanced ropers who are already competing. 10 youth attended and received hands-on training related to roping, horsemanship and safety. As a result of this clinic youth participation in county roping events and rodeos increased by 50%. Youth participating in the clinic increased knowledge and skills related to critical thinking, positive sportsmanship, self-motivation and goal setting.
IN-SCHOOL CLUB
4-H Agent in collaboration with Bernalillo High School enrolled 13 special needs students into a 4-H club, “Bernalillo Warriors.” Through monthly presentations and hands-on workshops students gained knowledge in bee keeping, agriculture, nutrition, food safety & sanitation. 100% of youth gained skills relating to self-worth, belonging and camaraderie. 22 creatively designed hands-on projects from the club were displayed at County Fair. 4 were displayed at State Fair.
4-H Agent in collaboration with Bernalillo High School enrolled 13 special needs students into a 4-H club, “Bernalillo Warriors.” Through monthly presentations and hands-on workshops students gained knowledge in bee keeping, agriculture, nutrition, food safety & sanitation. 100% of youth gained skills relating to self-worth, belonging and camaraderie. 22 creatively designed hands-on projects from the club were displayed at County Fair. 4 were displayed at State Fair.