Situation Statements for Life Skills Developed In Youth Through Subject Matter Experiences:
GENERAL:
Based
on most recent census data, there are approximately __________ youth ages 5-18
living in __________County. Currently,
__________ County 4-H uses a variety of program delivery modes to teach life
skills to youth, including community clubs, project clubs, workshops, clinics,
camps, and competitive events. These
delivery modes reach an average of __________ youth each year (__________% of
the county’s youth population), with a minimum of 6-hours of face-to-face
teaching (either by the 4-H agent, program assistant or trained 4-H volunteers).
Life skills specifically targeted for this program support the National
4-H Council’s mission mandates in Healthy Lifestyles, Science, Engineering,
and Technology, and Citizenship, Communication and Leadership.
A
recent study found that compared to other youth, 4-H members are more likely to
be involved as leaders in their school and community, be looked up to as role
models by other kids, and to help others in their communities.
The study also found that 4-H members are less likely to shoplift or
steal, use illegal drugs, vandalize public or private property, or skip school
without permission (Astroth, Kirk, and
George Haynes. The Montana Study.
Montana State University, 2001). When compared to children who participate in non 4-H related out-of-school
activities (sports, Scouting, etc), 6th graders currently
participating in 4-H clubs and after-school programs are 1.6 times more likely
to enroll in college. Children who had participated in 4-H for at least one year
by 8th grade are about 3.5 more likely to contribute to their
families, self, and communities.
They are also 1.3 times more likely to be on the lowest trajectories
for both depressive symptoms and or risk/delinquent behaviors. (Source:
Tufts University Institute for Applied Research in Youth Development).
With Healthy Lifestyles Mission Mandate Emphasis:
With 4-H SET Mission Mandate Emphasis:
With 4-H Citizenship Mission Mandate Emphasis: