Sample Outcomes and Impacts
for Life Skills Program:
1.
Problem-
state the problem that was addressed
2.
Program-
describe the Extension program (not just an activity) that was conducted to
address the problem
3.
People-
describe who conducted the program and who the program was for (target
audience)
4.
Partners-
state who the community partners were (if any)
5.
Impact-
report the long term outcome (should be social, economic, or environmental).
The impact answers the “so what?” question.
Examples of Impacts and Success Stories for Healthy Lifestyles:
In
______ County, _____% of adults are overweight and ____% are obese (2002
County Behavioral Risk Factor Survey). In
2003, almost ____% of _______ County youth screened were at risk of being
overweight and _____% were overweight (______
County Health Department). This
data exceeds state averages for overweight youth.
A quality, hands-on educational program was needed to combat this issue
in order to prevent future chronic health problems related to overweight and
obesity such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
Based on input from the 4-H Advisory Committee, and in partnership with
the ______County Health Department, a healthy lifestyles program was implemented
in _____ and in the last four years, has reached over _____ youth.
As a result of the program, ____% of youth demonstrated knowledge gained
about the USDA MyPyramid Food Guide and correct portion size.
When asked what they thought they could do to be healthier, ____% of ____
youth responded with comments such as: drink less soda, drink more water, eat
more fruits and vegetables, get more sleep, watch less TV/video games, read the
food label. One parent reported that
as a result of this program, their child decided to limit herself to only one
sweet snack per day. On average,
program participants reported increasing their daily activity by 32.6 minutes
per day.
In
collaboration with the _______ County Health Department, 4-H implemented a
tobacco prevention program in 2007. This
program reached ____ youth. As a
result of the program, ___% reported that they planned
on encouraging others (friends or family) to quit smoking or chewing tobacco.
_____% reported that they felt more prepared to deflect peer pressure to
smoke or chew tobacco, and ____ youth signed SWAT Pledge cards, pledging to
abstain from using tobacco products. Abstaining
from the use of tobacco products will help these youth prevent many forms of
cancer and respiratory illnesses.
Compared to a bike crash, an ATV crash is 12 times more likely to kill a
child. ATVs are involved in 38,000
injuries and 100 deaths to children each year.
The
lack of knowledge of safety requirements is an issue.
In 2005, a community ATV safety program was implemented utilizing
youth~adult partnerships and in collaboration with local government and business
organizations. Since then,
this program has reached ____ youth. ______
youth have completed a six hour class on ATV safety, and ____ of them received
ATV helmets. Six
weeks after an ATV safety program, one of the teen leaders reported that as a
result of the program, she was able to deflect peer pressure to ride double on
an ATV with a friend.
Because
______ County is rich in natural resources, hunting is a favorite recreational
activity for many youth and families. In
2004, a shooting sports program was implemented to help youth learn shooting
sports safety for rifle and archery. Over
the last five years, this program has reached ____ youth.
Pre and post tests indicate that as a result of the program, ____%
of youth now know the parts of the gun/bow and arrow, and how to properly shoot.
______ percent of youth reported that they now have a new respect for
shooting sports equipment and the natural environment, and ____% stated that as
a result of the program, they plan to use proper range safety when shooting a
gun or bow and arrow.
One
of the ways that citizens in Florida pollute our ecosystem is through over-use
of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizer. As
a result of entomology programs, ___% of ____ participants were able to
correctly key insects to the order, and ___% were able to name at least three
types of integrated pest management tools. _______
percent were able to correctly distinguish beneficial insects from pests, and
____%
of ___ participants were able to successfully identify the five parts of an
insect.
In a year end survey of club members, ____% of ___ youth
who participated in one or more competitive event, reported a moderate to high
level of skills in preparing and presenting public presentations.
____ percent of youth also reported an improved level of self confidence
in speaking, writing, or listening as a result of 4-H experiences.
Based on advisory committee input, etiquette and grooming
programs were implemented in 2007. This
year, these programs reached __ youth and as a result, ___% of ___ youth
surveyed demonstrated knowledge gained about how to set and use formal table
settings, and __% demonstrated the correct way to make formal introductions and
shake hands. _____ percent
demonstrated the proper procedure for displaying and folding the American flag,
and ___% demonstrated knowledge gained in good sportsmanship behavior.
____ percent of ___ parents surveyed reported that as a result of 4H
etiquette programs, their child demonstrated increased awareness of proper
etiquette when dining at a restaurant.
In an effort to increase diversity awareness within the
_____ County 4-H program, the Expansion and Review Committee implemented a
diversity program that reached ___ youth. As
a result, __%
were able to describe and explain significant characteristics of
Latino/Hispanic, African American, and Asian/Pacific Islander ethnic groups and
___% were able to observe and identify some cultural aspects of Latino/Hispanic,
African American, and Asian/Pacific Islander ethnic groups.
_____ percent were able to analyze and evaluate similarities and
differences of ethnic groups (food, clothing, language, celebrations, art, etc)
against their own culture, and __% were able to recognize common stereotypes at
school and in the media (print, TV, and internet).
____ percent were able to demonstrate at least one new skill for
discouraging stereotypes and ___% were able to demonstrate at least 2 new
conflict resolution techniques.
Studies show that one of the most critical times for
people to learn financial literacy skills is when they are in middle school.
To date, financial literacy programs offered through the ______ County
4-H program have reached _____ youth. As
a result:
·
____% demonstrated knowledge gained about the difference
between gross income and net income
·
____% demonstrated knowledge gained about how to write and
record a check.
·
____% demonstrated
knowledge gained about how to reconcile a bank statement.
· ____% were able to correctly distinguish between needs and wants and develop a budget to fit their current allowance/income.
_
____
_____% reported opening a savings account for college as a result of this program