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Life Skills Development (Santa Fe County)

Plan Goal

This plan deals with Project Work, Competition, Camps, and Record Books

Situation Statement

According to the 2000 Census in Santa Fe County, 17.9% of the population in 2000 was youth between the ages of 5-19. According to the 2005-2006 ES 237, report, Santa Fe County has 241 youth enrolled in organized 4-H community clubs with 395 adult leaders to help facilitate these club programs. In order for youth to become knowledgeable, productive citizens, youth need to develop skills. 4-H can assist youth to gain knowledge and skills in personal development, leadership and various project areas.

Target Audience and Actions

According to the 2000 Census, the total population for Santa Fe County was 129,292. It is predicted that the total population for Santa Fe County will increase to142, 793 by the year 2005 and 157,792 by 2010. Trends identified in the 2000 Census, indicate the number of youth ages 5-19 to increase .8% per year. At this rate, there will be approximately 28,377 youth in Santa Fe County in 2010.
In the 2005-2006 membership year, 3,669 youth were reached through 4-H programming efforts. Of the 3,669, 40% were White, not of Hispanic origin, 1% were Black, 13% were American Indian or Alaskan Native, 40% were Hispanic, 1% were Asian or Pacific Islander, and 5% were of other racial groups.
Additionally, in the 2005-2006 membership year, 241 of the total 3,669 youth (approximately 7%) participating in 4-H efforts were members of organized 4-H community clubs.
Actions:
Throughout the 4-H membership year, both youth and adults will receive trainings on specific project areas, competitive events, and leadership and citizenship opportunities. Members and volunteers will be informed in a timely manner as new information is passed down from the National and State 4-H Office regarding these educational opportunities. Youth will be encouraged throughout the year to participate in as many projects, leadership opportunities, and contests as possible. The Agents will continually be responsible for making these opportunities available to the members.
Computer programs such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Publisher will be utilized to develop promotional presentations, brochures, and flyers. The county website will be updated and maintained as a resource for general 4-H information as well as updates on future activities and programs.

Short-Term Objectives

4-H members will learn subject matter concepts through hands-on experiences, developing skills through project work, competitive events, camps, and record books.
4-H members will practice informed decision-making when selecting consumer goods and agricultural products

Medium-Term Objectives

4-H members will keep accurate project records which are submitted for project evaluation and completion.

4-H members will speak at club, county, and community events strengthening communication and organization abilities as well as self-concept.

Participate in club, county, district, and state 4-H events that develop leadership, teamwork and citizenship potential.

Long-Term Objectives

25% of youth enrolled in 4-H community clubs will participate in at least two of the following: project work, competition, camps, and record books.

Evaluation Plan

Evaluation will be based on the number of youth participating in project work, competition, camps, and record books. Change in knowledge and behavior will be measured through pre and post tests and surveys conducted for selected programs.