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Youth Development (Union County)

Plan Goal

This plan deals with Special Interest; School Enrichment; Competition; Workshops; Outreach Efforts; Record Books;

Situation Statement

Union county currently and for the seeable future, has a strong interest in Agri-science activities and research in conjunction with the on-going range and livestock research in the area as well as a strong interest in the area school science and FFA programs

Target Audience and Actions

The target audience is any youth interested in research based science (preferably but not limited to ag. science)from the 3rd through 12th grade. Memebership includes traditional 4-H members, Non 4-H members and FFA members, and involves mentors from all educational and professional levels available.

Short-Term Objectives

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 clinics, workshops, etc. 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. 3. During the 4-H program year, 50% of youth enrolled will gain public speaking skills, strengthening communication and organization abilities and self-concept, through speaking at club, school enrichment and special interest events. 4. During the 4-H program year, 75% of youth in this special interest will develop cognitive skills, teamwork, leadership and citizenship potential.

Medium-Term Objectives

During the program, 98% of youth involved in 4-H programming will learn subject matter concepts through hands-on experiences such as clinics, workshops, etc. 2. During the program,98% of youth involved in 4-H programming will develop life skills through project work, competitive events, real-life situations and career exploration opportunities. 3. During the program,50% of youth enrolled will gain public speaking skills, strengthening communication and organization abilities and self-concept, through speaking at club, school enrichment and special interest events. 4. During the program,75% of youth in this special interest will develop cognitive skills, teamwork, leadership and citizenship potential.

Long-Term Objectives

Druing the life of the program, students that remain will have experienced and obtained the ability to complete a long term research project, collect, analyze data, defend research papers and findings to scientific community. 10% will persue an education and maybe a career in the field of Agricultural Science.

Evaluation Plan

Evaluation annually will include the observation of youth completion, placing at competative events, and continuation with the program.