1998 Success Stories

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Date: Mon Feb 2 15:00:32 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: durham
Person Reporting: Cheryl LeMay Lloyd

The Cooperative Extension Service has used CYFAR grant funds to support youth and family programs in a high risk community of Durham County--NE Central Durham. The Extension Service worked with Health, Social Services, Mental Health and the Library to provide coordinated services to this community. As a result of Extension's efforts,the county manager asked CES to provide leadership to the NE Central Durham project Similar projects will be undertaken in other communities under Extension's leadership. This project is also a jointly city/county funded effort that will lead to a perhaps broader role for CES in facilitating community outreach for city and county agencies.

Date: Sun Mar 1 11:28:45 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: cumberla
Person Reporting: Stephanie Council Tatum

The North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service Agent of Fort Bragg has tried to tackle the problem of helping soldiers and their families get "Finacncially Fit". A briefing on Your Money Workout Plan was presented as a three part series designed to help military personnel take better control of their money. Ninety soldiers were addressed with information on values regarding money, differences between wants and needs, development of an action plan and personal goal setting, tracking expenses and income, identifying a spending plan and how to use community resouces for help. The Community Health Pregnant Soldier Wellness Program and the Cooperative Extension Service have partnered together on this project. Soldiers stated on their evaluations that the workshop was most meaning in helping them better understand how to manage their money to get what they want. This will result in a savings not only for the soldier put also for the Amry Emergency
Date: Sun Mar 1 11:31:19 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: cumberla
Person Reporting: Stephanie Council Tatum

The North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service Agent of Fort Bragg has tried to tackle the problem of helping soldiers and their families get "Financially Fit". A briefing on Your Money Workout Plan was presented as a three part series designed to help military personnel take better control of their money. Ninety soldiers were addressed with information on values regarding money, differences between wants and needs, development of an action plan and personal goal setting, tracking expenses and income, identifying a spending plan and how to use community resources for help. The Community Health Pregnant Soldier Wellness Program and the Cooperative Extension Service have partnered together on this project. Soldiers stated on their evaluations that the workshop was most meaning in helping them better understand how to manage their money to get what they want
Date: Tue Apr 7 11:40:21 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: cumberla
Person Reporting: Stephanie Council Tatum

To maintain positive community development, you must invite the community into your Cooperative Extension Center. This was a suggestion made by the Cumberland County Community during the Southeast Coastal Plain Summit of NC State University. (held in December 1997) During the Chancellor's Regional Meeting, key leaders in our community shared perspectives on issues facing our region. They also gave information on how we might best mobilize the resources of the Cooperative Extension Service in helping to address these issues. Parent Facilitators and PTA President's from local schools were invited to come to an Open House at the Extension Service. Information was available concerning programs and services provided by the NCCES and Fort Bragg Community & Family Services. This was an opportunity for schools with large numbers of students, from military backgrounds, to gain resources that could be passed on to their families.
Date: Tue Jun 2 11:12:08 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: cumberla
Person Reporting: Stephanie Tatum

A "Did You Know Night" was held the Fayetteville Area Association For The Education Of Young Children. The purpose of this organization is to serve and act on behalf of the needs and right of young children, with the primary focus on the provision of educational services and resources to adults who work with or have interest in children from birth to age age. Teachers, Child Care Providers, and Principals were presented with information about the Cooperative Extension Service. Publications and other educational resources were distributed. Members were excited to have access to free materials that they can use in their schools. Providing these resources resulted in a saving to the educators, and to the children and families they serve.
Date: Thu Jun 11 11:16:19 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: vance
Person Reporting: Carolyn Stanley

4-H volunteers come from all walks of life and from all sorts of backgrounds. One new volunteer works with a group of 35 high-risk middle-school girls. This volunteer goes far beyond what is required of a volunteer to insure that her club members are present for each meeting, that they participate in various 4-H activities, and that they stay in school and that they keep their grades high. She's always eager to learn and is highly motivated. She a "natural" for working wtih a hard-to-reach audience.
Date: Thu Jun 25 16:07:11 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: durham
Person Reporting: Jewel B. Jeffreys

In January 1998, CES in Durham County was given (by County Manager) responsibility of NorthEast Central Durham (NECD) Community Resource Center. Through collaboration with county agencies and churches, CES has continued as well as implemented programs which have provided alternatives and increased the life skills of youth, and support for families. Programs have included a Tutorial program, College Day, World Without Walls (learning other cultures), Seal the State in '98 (dental care), Family Empowerment Day, and Family Night. The center has a Transportation program, Food Pantry, Clothes Closet, computer for educational use, and use of gym for recreational activities. Displays within the center includes information on housing, child care, nutrition, money management, and job vacancies. Monarch Temporary Services visited weekly to hire NECD residents. According to David Thompson, Durham County Manager, "Extension took over (NECD) in the interim and they've done a wonderful job in just a few months."
Date: Sun Jun 28 16:19:01 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: moore
Person Reporting: Karen M. Wicker

20 youth attending the CBA/4-H after school center have received golf lessons at a local golf resort. These youth live in a private low income housing neighborhood and live in limited income households.

Participating in the golf lessons have giving the youth the opportunity to learn disclipline, etiquette, honor, and team spirit. The golf lessons were an idea of a local community leader who wanted these kids to have opportunities they normally wouldnt have. Other local golfers donated golf clubs and the course donated the time of the golf pro, adding up to an approximate dollar value of $2,000.

Youth report increasing the understanding of golf, increasing their awareness of other people and their lifestyles and a general feeling acceptance and support.
Date: Mon Jun 29 10:41:48 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: camden
Person Reporting: Michaelle Overman

Several items to report under this CEMP. This county participated in the development and the implementation of the NE District Clothing Camp held in Plymouth April 18&19;. We had approx. 100 youth participate in three workshops per day. It was a big success. The second activity was 96 3rd graders participated in the 4-H Quail Embryology project this year. Albemarle Quail Unlimited purchased our incubators and brooder and a local breeder donated the eggs. In fact I'm still known by a lot of the kids as "The Egg Lady". Lastly, we had three district project record winners and one runner-up after having a long layoff. I'm really appreciative to the kids and volunteer for the efforts and success.
Date: Mon Jun 29 00:54:40 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: chowan
Person Reporting: Bonita Williams

Chowan County has the highest training school commitment rate in the region. As well, in Chowan, the highest concentration of juvenile crime occurs in public housing communities. Two programs are operated by the 4-H program to assist with the reduction of juvenile crime; they are the 4-H (AYAP)Program,directed by Hilda Jordan and the Governor's One On One Program, directed by Mildred Vanterpool.
The parents and teachers participants in the in (4-H AYAP) report the following: "4-H keeps them out of trouble and occupied", "Youth seem to be giving more respect to adults", "one of my student's grades have increased. I attribute his participation in 4-H; it has increased his motivation."
Date: Mon Jun 29 14:55:44 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: macon
Person Reporting: Jo Ann Cope

Part of being resilient during trying economic circumstances is having adequate resource management skills. Macon County Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program families are given money management and budgeting information along with their nutrition lesson and are given the opportunity to have the Family and Consumer Science Agent help them with budgeting, management, shopping and consumer issues. Thus far this year, 4 families have requested this assistance. It is felt that these families would have been difficult to reach were it not for referral from the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program.
Date: Tue Jun 30 08:54:49 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: caldwell
Person Reporting: Jeanette Schuszler

Businesses consistantly report that young job applicants are unprepared for entry into the job market. They are not knowledgeable of an employers' expectations for an employee, do not know how to fill out an application, nor how to communicate well on the job site. To begin to help solve this problem, 4-H, 2 middle schools and 1 high school classroom piloted the new edition of "Career Smarts".All teachers were very positive in their evaluations, indicating that the curriculum helped in making career choices, in developing job resumes, filling out pplications, developing interview skills, and learning on site job expectations. All the teachers said they want to continue to use the curriculum in the fall, to help their youth become more successful in the job market.
Date: Tue Jun 30 16:18:38 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: chowan
Person Reporting: Bonita Williams

Chowan County has the highest training school commitment rate in the region. As well, in Chowan, the highest concentration of juvenile crime occurs in public housing communities. Two programs are operated by the 4-H program to assist with the reduction of juvenile crime; they are the 4-H (AYAP)Program,directed by Hilda Jordan and the Governor's One On One Program, directed by Mildred Vanterpool.
The parents and teachers participants in the in (4-H AYAP) report the following: "4-H keeps them out of trouble and occupied", "Youth seem to be giving more respect to adults", "one of my student's grades have increased. I attribute his participation in 4-H; it has increased his motivation."
Date: Tue Jun 30 16:31:14 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: duplin
Person Reporting: Adrian Gaskins

A student referred by the court system in 1996 to the Duplin County 4-H Outreach Program became actively involved in mainstream 4-H activities as a result of her CBA exposure. Since then, she has won awards for participation in the 4-H fashion show, at District Activity Day, and in cumulative record competition. She has represented the county at NC 4-H Congress, at State Council Conference, and at District Council meetings. She also was chosen to serve on a panel at a state 4-H town hall meeting to interact with the Secretary of State. Recently, she won the Victoria Cope 4-H educational scholarship, which she plans to use at NC State University in the fall.
Date: Tue Jun 30 08:31:53 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: forsyth
Person Reporting: Martha H. Isenberg

Most youth don't understand their nutrition needs or have basic food preparation & kitchen safety skills. CES in partnership with the Triad Chapter of the American Culinary Federation, planned & conducted the "Chef & the Child," a 5 day series of foods & nutrition education classes for 30 low-income youth ages 8-12. By the end of the week most of the youth had mastered basic measuring, food preparation, kitchen safety, manners and better understood the importance of making nutritious choices. In a survey, the majority were able to list the food groups in the pyramid and explain why handwashing is important. The youths also had the opportunity to see that being a chef is a possible career opportunity. Started in Forsyth in 1990, the program now reaches 7 additional counties to help youth learn more.
Date: Tue Jun 30 14:19:11 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: onslow
Person Reporting: Gregory Clemmons

The Mentors 4-H program held a fundraiser basketball game featuring Lawyers vs Law Enforcement.Budgetary goals were met for the program and a new height of public awareness was reached for the program which serves ajudicated youth.Many of the Mentors Board members participated in the events and helped to complete the assignments.Forty-five different sponsors helped support this event which is in its second year of existence.With this year's success planning for next year's event has already stareted.
Date: Tue Jun 30 14:19:36 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: onslow
Person Reporting: Gregory Clemmons

The First Annual Super Saturday Tutoring Workshops,sponsored by the 4-H SOS Program operated on May 9th&16th; from 9am to 12pm at Jacksonville Commons Middle School.On the 9th a total of 93 students attended the program and on the 16th a total of 110 students were in attendance.Of the students that attended,40 of them were not currently enrolled in the 4-H SOS program before the 9th of May.Fifteen teachers volunteered 42 total hours on these Saturdays and taught skills in Math and Language Arts.Bus service was provided to and from home and school for those parents who could not get their students there due to other obligations.The principal attributes much of the growth in their EOG to the tutoring.
Date: Tue Jun 30 12:51:32 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: wayne
Person Reporting: Howard F. Scott

Because there are limited positive opportunities for limited resource middle school age youth, Wayne County 4-H conducts two after-school programs for these youth in the city of Goldsboro. These youth attend the 4-H program after-school program at school and participate in a variety of enrichment activities. Some of these activities include hands-on science, nutrition, character education, assistance with homework and more. A survey from the teachers from Dillard Middle School showed that 52 percent of the students increased their class performance and that 66 percent of the students increased homework quality.

A parent survey from the 4-H after-school program at Greenwood Middle School showed that 90 percent of the parents were very satisfied and 10 percent were satisfied with how the program was working with their child and their homework. 100 percent of the parents were very satisfied and/or satisfied with the overall program.
Date: Wed Jul 1 14:29:47 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: currituc
Person Reporting: Phil Whalen

Enrollment and active participation continues to increase substantially in the Currituck County 4H/SOS program. During the last six months, attendance has increased from 134 to 188 students by expanding the tutoring programs and through increased collaboration with J.P. Knapp Middle School. This is a 40 percent increase in enrollment. These added programs has also allowed SOS to service 99 percent of those high-risk, school referred students as compared to reaching approximately 70 percent of this population last year, an increase in 29 percent. In addition, the math tutoring, which was offered 4 hours a week, for 15 weeks, has resulted in 12 students raising their math grade by 1-3 letter grades, and an increase in their year-end-math scores an average of 5 points, on the developmental scale.
Date: Wed Jul 1 14:30:25 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: currituc
Person Reporting: Danelle Barco

Six S.O.S. students and one S.O.S. Teen Volunteer completed the 4-H Photography Class sponsored by the SOS After-School Program. Out of the seven students in the class four completed 4-H project books; three 11 to 12 porject books and one 13 to 15 project book were completed. Each project book will be turned in and judged on the county level. This is a 67% success rate for the photography class. Each student gained new knowledge through fun activities, completing 4-H curriculum, and a photography fieldtrip.
Date: Wed Jul 1 18:04:54 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: hertford
Person Reporting: Daisy Smith

Resilient Youth, Families and Committees - a 4-H club was organized in a large public housing complex where there is a high risk environment has held bicycle safety workshops and has gotten local police involved in teaching bicycle safety and say no to drugs. Youth have participated in District Activity Day and have had 100 percent participation in project record books. The club received a certificate from the National Safety Council for their participation in safety and health.
Date: Wed Jul 1 10:15:20 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: randolph
Person Reporting: Lynne Qualls

A Grassroots Arts grant allowed the Cooperative Extension Service to conduct a four-day day camp for 13 Hispanic youth.A nine member committee planned & implemented the experience.21 volunteers instructed the youth in citizenship, health & safety, animals, and heritage skills experiences. Youth practiced language skills with presentations, cooperative group work, introductions, and requests for information. This program allowed these youth to become familiar with their new community as well as share their native culture with others. Observations and feedback from youth, parents, and volunteers confirmed the increased knowledge and skills gained by these children. So many of the experiences were new and each day was shared with parents when the youth returned home. At a parent program & reception, hosted by the youth, parents expressed their satisfaction & appreciation with the results.
Date: Tue Jul 14 13:01:52 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: ashe
Person Reporting: Julie B. Landry

With a large number of children in the county in single family situations and the rise of delinquent and at risk behavior among children in the lower grades, the need for a positive role model continues. 4-H Ashe Youth Connection, a Governors One-on-One program, works to recruit, train and put into service volunteers to work with these children. In 1998, 9 volunteers contributed over 860 hours of volunteer time with at 9 at-risk youth. Three of these youth were at risk of being removed from their home. Volunteers for Ashe Youth Connection assisted in keeping these youth in their homes therefore saving the community over $100,000.00 in yearly cost for out of home placement not to mention the effort made to support in tact family situations.
Date: Tue Jul 14 13:02:10 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: ashe
Person Reporting: Julie B. Landry

In a study of the local hospital emergency dept. visits from May 97 - April 98, 14 percent of the visits were made by youth ages 10-19 between the hours of 3pm and 11pm. The county is underserved by dental professionals and in order for children to access primary care services, parents must miss work and the child must be absent from school. As a result of these needs a collaborative group of 59 individuals representing all health agencies and professionals in the county along with parents and youth designed a comprehensive school based health center plan to submit for funding to the NC DEPT. OF HUMAN RESOURCES in the amount of $65,000.00 a year for 3 years to serve all 7th and 8th grade students in the county. The county is one of 4 counties in the state being considered for the grant award.
Date: Tue Jul 14 13:02:24 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: ashe
Person Reporting: Julie B. Landry

The Ashe County Partnership for Children (Smart Start) continues to collaborate with multiply agencies and organizations in order to address the needs of young children and their families in the county. As a result, 99 percent of all 2 year olds are immunized age appropriate, 75 percent of all state regulated child care sites in the county will be liscensed AA or NAEYC by the end of 1998, 2 School Age sites will be accreditated by the National School Age Care Accreditation program by 1999 and there has been a 29 percent increase in pre - school and 54 percent increase in school age care since 1996.
Date: Thu Jul 16 15:02:19 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: dare
Person Reporting: Ann B. Ward

The newly developed 4-H Support Our Students Program created an after-school tutorial service and offered daily enrichment activities for middle school youth. The two middle schools in the county operated after-school programming for the last two months of the 1997-98 school year. Principal Bobby Hudspeth from Manteo Middle School is elated that his school achieved exemplary status on the End of Grade testing. He credits the 4-H SOS PRogram for helping his school reach this highly honored goal.
Date: Thu Jul 16 11:06:01 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: montgome
Person Reporting: Millie C. Bruton

Candor and Mt. Gilead Elementary Schools do not have the adult volunteers needed to assist with the reading program. As a result of joint programming with the Cooperative Extension Service, youth volunteers have filled the void. In 1998, over fifty fifth grade students have served as peer tutors for younger students at risk of academic failure. Reading coordinators depend on these young people and teachers can tell a big difference if the tutors do not meet with the students. The tutors enjoy the responsibility and the fourth graders look forward to the opportunity. They see it as an honor!
Date: Thu Jul 16 11:06:16 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: montgome
Person Reporting: Millie C. Bruton

In June a two-week daycamp for migrant youth was sponsored by Montgomery County CES and Montgomery County Schools. Approximately 190 Hispanic youth were served through this effort. Daily attendance average 160 plus. Youth received assistance with reading and language development. Many of their parents do not speak English and are unable to help them. The young people improved their computer skills. They received a nutritious breakfast and lunch as well learning about good nutrition. They were exposed to a variety of local resource persons who spoke on topics such as drug abuse prevention, dental health, safety and money management.
Date: Wed Jul 22 12:11:46 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: cherresv
Person Reporting: Kathy H. Dugan

A grant for $8182.00 was received through DEHNR to implement a "Nature Talking" project on Oconaluftee Islands Park in Cherokee. Commnity agencies provided supplies, materials and labor to complete this project. Natura talking involved the installation of voice recordings to explain occurrences in nature along an existing walking path. Scripts were written ay Area Forestry Agent, Narrations were made in English and translated to the Cherokee Language. Objectives and goals were to provide environmental educational opportunities for local residents and visitors to the park. The park is used as an outdoor classroom for students and creates an educational atmosphere of natural resources.
Date: Wed Jul 22 12:34:07 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: greene
Person Reporting: Stan Dixon

During the first part of 1998 Greene County Extension Service has received three grants that strengthen the county by creating positive environments for youth and decrease negative behavior. The grants are: Community Based Alternatives grant for $29000 to operate a juvenile restituition program based on job skill training and hands on learning at job sites. $32000 summer wrap around grant that funds 4-H Learning Excellence and Positive Performance six week day camp for at-risk youth in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade. $65000 for S.O.S. to operate a after school program for middle school students. Extension is the lead agency in all three grants with excellent collaborative from other agencies.
Date: Wed Aug 5 09:43:56 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: greene
Person Reporting: Stan Dixon

The 4-H L.E.A.P. Summer Day Camp was a huge success with parents and youth. Forty at-risk youth attended the six week long camp. The focus of the camp was on academics, recreation, character education and social skills. Highlight of camp was a four night stay at Swannanoa 4-H Camp were the youth were exposed to mountain heritage. Because of this camp forty youth were not left unsupervised while their parents were at work. At the awards program parents stated that their childrens self-esteem increased with each day of camp. Camp director Antionio Blow said " We saw students build relationships and bond learning how to depend on each other. Also they were able to share in dialogue every day with a positive adult role model.
Date: Tue Sep 29 18:58:17 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: randolph
Person Reporting: Lynne Qualls

Thirteen Randolph County Hispanic youth compared county & Hispanic cultures during a week-long day camp. Youth requested additional programs and adults praised the high quality educational emphasis. Animal Day included a tour of a dairy & poultry farm, the NC Zoo hospital, and a "rabies"game;EMT's,dental checks, line dance instruction,& a Canine Corps demonstration highlighted health & safety day. Heritage day saw youth "throwing pots",wiring lamps,printing t-shirts, weaving,& taking pictures! On citizenship day, county agencies were visited & participants learned flag history/etiquette receiving their very own flag. Making decisions & working together increased as youth had to prepare daily lunches & anacks.32 volunteers assisted in planning & implementing the camp. In addition to local donors,Grassroots Arts funded the program. This population continues to be underserved in Randolph County.
Date: Mon Oct 19 16:39:36 EDT 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: craven
Person Reporting: Ivy Reid

4-H Camp Discovery, which was a six week day camp that involved 60 inner city youth in grades K-5 and assisted them in learning more about themselves and their communities. Participants discovered the six pillars of character, possible career choices, and they learned how they could more positively effect their communities. Over $11,000 in grant funds were secured to implement the program. Over 50 collaborators invested over 3,900 hours to the program valued at over $39,000. Seventy three percent of the campers said they felt that they knew more about themsleves, 79 percent said they felt better about the choices they can make and 70 percent said they felt they could make a difference in their communities. Work First participants were utilized as camp staff and as a result of their training, 10 participants were placed in employment.
Date: Mon Nov 2 11:02:24 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: moore
Person Reporting: Karen Wicker

Moore County's CYFAR Coordinator has been assisting a low income community in meeting their goal of providing positive learning environments for their youth. Assistance has been in the form of developing a plan that included recruiting and training parent volunteers, coordinating with the school system on a method of assuring homework assignments, and obtaining donated computers for learning lab.

The Addor Community learning center has been set up, and is currently serving 25 youth. Three computers have been donated and parent volunteers are scheduled and working with youth. Approximately 500 hours of community volunteer time has already been expended toward this effort.
Date: Tue Dec 1 16:19:47 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: cumberla
Person Reporting: Candy Underwood

Candy Underwood and Stephanie Tatum of Cumberland County received over 20 thousand dollars to conduct a pregnany prevention program called The Baby Think It Over Program (TM). This program will teach teens between the ages of 10-18 three important facts about babies: 1) Babies demands are unpredictable and must be met promptly, 2) Babies require a great deal of attention, and 3) Babies change a parent's life profoundly. The program helps young adults explore the physical, emotional, social, and financial consequences of parenthood.
Date: Wed Dec 2 14:00:12 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: cherokee
Person Reporting: Jane Stiles

Program held at Texana Community Center, Sunday November 8
1998. Educational Programs given to Youth and Adults, by
different Organizations and Groups. The Youth and Adults
were told how important it is to get a good Education and
how and where they could get one.
Two FBI Agents did a presentation, and had a question and
answer session for the group.
Games were played, Dinner was served and a good time was enjoyed by all.
75% of the Texana Community attended this program.
Date: Wed Dec 2 11:36:47 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: tyrrell
Person Reporting: Dee Furlough

With a need for increased personal education for many Tyrrell County families, the FCE agent in cooperation with the Family Resource Center developed and implemented an 8 week "Life Skills" series. This educational program focused on the basic needs of families: stress and time management, nutrition, health, manners and appearance, determining wants and needs, and budgeting. As a result, a small group completed this series and came away armed with more knowledge to help themselves and their families. The Department of Social Services has also asked us to repeat this series in January and February for participants of the WorkFirst program.
Date: Wed Dec 16 10:08:59 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: chatham
Person Reporting: Vernon McHam

Chatham Middle School sixth grade students have the opportunity to participate in the 4-H Incentive Program. The program provides students an opportunity to do short term goal setting,receive recognition,and boost self-esteem said Ms Brenda Griffin,school principal.
Students must reflect on an academic or behavior area that needs improvement.They establish a goal which they identify and is agreed on ky teacher and principal.At the end of each six weeks grading period,students revisit their goal. If accomplished,an immediate reward is given and another goal established for the next grading period.
The program provides students a marvelous opportunity to be successful. Boosting self-esteem is a strong component of the program. Many of our sixth graders are successful and improve grades in academics and conduct
Date: Thu Dec 17 16:39:41 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: granvill
Person Reporting: Tracy Tesdall

Court­involved youth need to learn effective decision making and conflict resolution skills while developing a sense of future. Through the 4­H BEST Community Service/Restitution
program, we are reaching these goals. It has been a banner year for 4­H BEST as more than 64 youth performed over 1500 hours of community service. Using sites throughout the
county including Granville Medical Center and South Granville High School, youth complete their court assigned community service hours­­attempting to give back to the community what their crime took away. These youth also attend a conflict mediation/juvenile justice short
course teaching youth the importance of settling conflict without the use of violence and gaining an understanding of juvenile law and the court system. The 4­H BEST program is an alternative to juvenile training school. Training school in North Carolina costs $40,000 per youth­­4­H BEST saved Granville County $2.56 million in 1998.
Date: Fri Dec 18 10:02:40 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: bertie
Person Reporting: L.Boyette,V.Stephenson,B.Odom

Bertie County's Work First mentor, Larree Cherry has coached Work First participant, Catherine Berry to help her move from welfare dependence to stages of independence. As Catherine participated in the Empowering To Succeed Program, Larree reinforced the skills taught. Catherine opened a bank account, secured a job and purchased a used mobile home for herself and five children. A family member gave Catherine a car and now she is learning the responsiblities of car ownership. Her mentor is committed to commnuicating with her on a regular basis as she progresses toward independency.
Date: Mon Dec 21 16:19:35 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: forsyth
Person Reporting: Deborah D. Womack

CES in Forsyth Co. and the Best Choice Center(a tutorial program for low-income youth) collaborated and provided self-esteem training to 45 students(grades 4th-9th) in the program,A Positive Me.The participants incresed their knowledge on what is self-esteem/self-concept, traits to possess, and describing themselves in a positive mode.After attending the sessions, 80 percent defined self-esteem,44 percent listed factors on having a positive attitude, 44 percent explained their accomplishments,praises, and how neg. consequences affects one's self-esteem.77 percent could describe themselves in a positive mode.

Date: Mon Dec 21 12:04:11 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: montgome
Person Reporting: Millie C. Bruton

Montgomery County Schools and 4-H have worked collaboratively to initiate an afterschool program at Candor Elementary School focusing on unserved and underserved youth. Currenly sixteen youth are enrolled in the program. Students receive assistance with homework as well as reading, have time on computers and participate in fun experiences in a safe environment. While one of the parents was enrolling their child she remarked she would be able to accept a job she was offered now that she had childcare. Teachers report the students in the program are completing homework more regulary.
Date: Mon Dec 21 12:04:33 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: montgome
Person Reporting: Millie C. Bruton

Candor and Mt. Gilead Elementary Schools do not have the adult volunteers needed to assist with the reading program. As a result of joint programming with Cooperative Extension Service, youth volunteers have filled the void. In 1998, 106 fifth grade students have served as peer tutors for younger students at risk of academic failure. Just since school started in the fall, 122 youth have received assistance with reading. Approximately 1100 hours of volunteer time has been provided by these peer tutors. One of the tutors asked a reading teacher for additional instructional materials to help her tutee. These young people provide a valuable service to their schools.
Date: Mon Dec 21 09:22:38 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: scotland
Person Reporting: Janine Honey Sutter

Scotland County 4-H has been working with the Alternatives to Detention Program to host a midnight basketball opportunity for low income teens. Once a month a 4-H volunteer holds a class with the youth to teach them life-skills. The program was started in December so no formal evealuation has been done.
Date: Tue Dec 22 15:18:09 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: harnett
Person Reporting: Lisa Mashburn

Harnett County 4-H After School Programs and Harnett Central Middle School teamed together to hold a tutoring and after school program for children in grades 6th - 8th. There were 129 students involved in the tutoring program and 30 children in the after school program. A pre and post test was conducted. The results showed that there was a 45.6
percent increase in test scores. The activities in the after school program included self - esteem and life skills building. A parent survey was handed out and some of the following comments were made: "thank you for everything you have done for my child," "my son liked the program
and felt as though he belonged," "the after school program helped my daughter in many ways," "this program has been a great success," "the staff has been very helpful to my child; I have noticed a change in her self-esteem."
Date: Tue Dec 22 14:27:51 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: watauga
Person Reporting: Karee Teague

Watauga County has relatively low teen pregnancy rates, but around 80 teenagers become pregnant each year. The comparatively good rate has caused difficulty in getting
funding resources. Watauga County 4­H of the Cooperative Extension Service was asked to take leadership in determining the future direction of the county Pregnancy
Prevention Coalition. So far, the coalition has expanded its focus to Adolescent Health issues. The State director of the Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention facilitated strategic
planning. The committee has continued to provide a Baby­Think­It­Over program which this year has been required for all 9th graders (over 400 students). In October, a public awareness campaign encouraged communication between parents and adolescents. The campaigned involved tv, radio, newspapers, pta's, schools, and restaurants. The
committee anticipates that the teen pregnancy rate will continue to remain good and that other programs will be created to foster the development of adolescents. Collaboration between agencies continues to be fostered.
Date: Tue Dec 22 14:28:03 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: watauga
Person Reporting: Karee Teague

Children in the western part of Watauga County remain isolated, lack resources, and are at greater risk of dropping out of high school. Through the 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant, the Watauga County School system created a unique program gathering middles school students at one location after school for a youth development program. The school sought partnering agencies and organizations to provide programming and resources. The Cooperative Extension Service is serving on the advisory board to provide technical assistance. In addition, Watauga County 4­H has implemented 4­H curriculum to provide a Youth in Governance program to help train the children in decision­making, leadership, and teamwork skills. The result will be a youth council which will work with adults to determine the direction and focus of the Watauga LEADERS program. Over 50 youth are currently participating in the program.
Date: Mon Dec 28 15:27:27 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: lincoln
Person Reporting: Carolyn H. Goodwin

SOS is an after school program which exists to help youth not only stay out of trouble but to improve their self-esteem and social skills. Each year the students come to the Extension Center to prepare a Thanksgiving feast for parents and volunteer in the program. After completing three years in the program several of the youth, who are now in high school, applied to become assistants without pay for SOS. I was pleased to see these youth in leadership roles in working with students in assigned roles as the meal was prepared and served. The ability to work with the students was developed in part during their experiences when they were SOS students.
Date: Tue Dec 29 11:26:55 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: madison
Person Reporting: Eve Kindley

Youth deemed as "high risk" participate in the 4-H Pathways program sponsored by the CES. Youth are referred from juvenile court and school counselors because of court involvement and the risk that they will drop out of school. Youth learn about careers and culture, and develop leadership, public speaking, teamwork, and conflict resolution skills. In the spring, youth have the opportunity to make a formal presentation at a major 4-H event. 3 youth chose to participate and used their newly acquired public speaking skills to address 50 adult volunteers. One youth, upon completion of his presentation and to encourage another youth, stated, "If I can do it, so can you!"
Date: Tue Dec 29 09:22:26 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: washingt
Person Reporting: Laura Ours

We had a great turn out for Big Sweep on September 19, 1998. We were able to pick up 45 bags of trash between two sites. It was so great to see that children really do care about their community. The children were able to give to their community by way of volunteering their time. They not only worked hard but they also had a good time being with kids of the same age and also with kids of different ages. I think this will be a program that will be successful for many years to come.
Date: Tue Dec 29 09:22:47 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: washingt
Person Reporting: Sharon Kinion

After only working with Cooperative Extension for a few days I began hearing about the Extension Homemaker Global Issues and Special Project entitled "Operation Christmas Child". I found out that each county's Extension Homemaker group was asked to donate one shoe box and a $5.00 donation for a needy child in a foreign country. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that the Washington County Extension Homemakers had faithfully answered the call by donating nine such shoeboxes for the project. It was a delight to be able to deliver these shoeboxes to the Extension Homemaker Annual State Meeting in Ashville and to learn that across the state 2737 boxes were donated.
Date: Tue Dec 29 09:23:13 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: washingt
Person Reporting: Laura Ours

On September 19, 1998 our county participated in the annual Big Sweep event. We had a pretty good turn out. We had volunteers cleaning up trash in two sites. The total number of volunteers was 42 and we picked up about 200 pounds of trash.
Date: Wed Dec 30 14:19:01 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: anson
Person Reporting: Sharon J. Rushing

In FY95 it is documented that the southern United States spent $14 billion on AFDC, WIC, and Medicaid to support families started by teenagers. Our state teen pregnancy records show Anson County is ranked third out of one hundred counties. The Family and Consumer Education agent decided to collaborate with the county school system to create a teen pregnancy prevention program. The "Kid-Care" program was born.

Using Babysitting, Child Development, and Starting a Business as a mask to get youth to attend, 17 of Anson Middle School's S.O.S.participants attended eight after school sessions. The participants were required to babysit at least once a week and to keep a journal of those experiences. They realized that "baby's are very different from any doll I had" and that they "will wait until I have someone I can rely on to help me." Six participants shared that they had changed their minds towards premarital
Date: Wed Dec 30 21:02:31 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: chowan
Person Reporting: Bonita Williams

Youth residing in high crime public housing communities who lack opportunity for out of school, skill building programs participated in five developmentally appropriate 4-H clubs involving 80 youth in two communities.

Clubs met bi-weekly with skill building opportunities such as attitudes, being a leader, conflict resolution, and respect.

In a survey, youth report: 88 percent gained skills in respecting adults, 66 percent gained skills in being a leader, 58 percent gained skills in conflict resolution.

Parent surveys indicate, that 4-H helps keep the youth out of trouble and off the street. Also, it has brought them together and taught them how to communicate.

The Chief of police reports as a result of 4-H in one community, a decrease in vandalism and delinquency; youth are more respectful, youth are more responsible, they do not litter as they once did. They look forward to 4-H.

The PH Community General Manager reports the presence
Date: Wed Dec 30 14:34:03 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: duplin
Person Reporting: Adrian Gaskins

In 1998, 46 court-referred youths were diverted from training school through involvement in the Duplin County 4-H Outreach Program, saving the community approximately $1,840,000 in incarceration costs.
Date: Wed Dec 30 14:55:43 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: hertford
Person Reporting: Daisy Smith

I have been working with a class at Hertford County High School doing school enrichment. The class is called Children With Special Needs. It is composed of 15 children ranging from wheel chair children and visually impaired to mildly retardation. The class has elected to organize a 4-H Club. Hertford County 4-H has worked with the exceptional children program to make this a successful program. There is one teacher and three assistants in the class room. A child that had not spoken a clear word this school year grabbed my sweater and held on until she could utter the words, "Thank You".
Date: Wed Dec 30 14:56:06 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: hertford
Person Reporting: Daisy Smith

Resilient Youth, Families and Committees - a 4-H club was organized in a large public housing comples where there is a high risk environment has held a bicycle safety workshops and have gotten local police involved in teaching bicycle safety and say no to drugs. Youth have participated in District Activity Day and have had 100 percent participation in project record books. The club received a certificate from the National Safety Council for their participation in safety and health.
Date: Thu Dec 31 13:52:54 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: chowan
Person Reporting: Bonita Williams

Youth residing in high crime public housing communities who lack opportunity for out of school, skill building programs participated in five developmentally appropriate 4-H clubs involving 80 youth in two communities.

Clubs met bi-weekly with skill building opportunities such as attitudes, being a leader, conflict resolution, and respect.

In a written survey, youth report: 88 percent gained skills in respecting adults, 66 percent gained skills in being a leader, 58 percent gained skills in conflict resolution.

In a written survey, parents report, that 4-H helps keep the youth out of trouble and off the street. Also, it has brought them together and taught them how to communicate.

The Chief of police reports as a result of 4-H in one community, a decrease in vandalism and delinquency; youth are more respectful, youth are more responsible, they do not litter as they once did. They look forward to 4-H.

The PH Community General
Date: Thu Dec 31 11:52:09 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: gates
Person Reporting: Reba Green-Holley

Cooperative Extension in Gates Couunty is collaborating with the Social Services to provide educational and work experience activities for Work First families. Our efforts produced the following statement from one of the participants. "I want to give special thanks to Lisa, Reba, Denice, Helen and all the other people who helped me try and better myself. Never knew any other work other than nursing, driving a school bus, cooking and labor work! My hands, heart and prayers go out to everyone. It even helped with my self esteem! I give you all two thumbs up!!
Date: Thu Dec 31 08:20:08 EST 1998
SMP #: 19
Local System: pasquota
Person Reporting: Travis Burke

Partnering to address the needs of local citizens is a method of strengthening the community and building human capital. Identifying mentors to become involved with young children was identified as a need of local lay leaders. As a result of the needs assessment, $19,750 was secured from the N.C. Governor/Pepsi mentoring program in December of 1998. 15 teens will contract hours of educational service to 300 different youth in After School and Summer programs. Furthermore, a "tech team" will design a web page emphasizing extension work and successes of the program.
Date: Mon Jan 4 10:46:11 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: camden
Person Reporting: Michaelle Overman

The 1998 Camping season at Treasure Point 4-H and Youth Camp was just one of the many successes for NCCES in Camden county this year. With monies provided by the Youth Services Advisory Board, the camp operates for eight weeks during the summer months. The goal of the program is to provide a safe, nutturing environment for kids who do not have a vast array of resources. This summer there were 207 kids enrolled at the camp with a daily average attendance of 75. All kids participated in activities that increased their self-esteem, self-worth and teamwork skills. For the first time, recored books were incorporated into the camping program and seem to have a been a success with the kids.
Date: Mon Jan 4 14:52:05 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: franklin
Person Reporting: Tammy Kelly Elliott

An educational program that proved to be very successful as a knowledge awareness program this year was the implementation of the "Six Easy Bites" After School Nutrition Program sponsored by the Franklin County 4­H Program and and EFNEP Grant. Participants in the program were members of the ACE (Achieving Community Excellence) 4­H Club. The youth attended after school sessions and participated in hands on learning about nutrition.
According to pre and post tests conducted by the project the
youth increased thier knowledge of nutrition by 58, and have
reported changing thier eating and buying habits to improve by 41%.
Date: Tue Jan 5 12:12:58 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: currituc
Person Reporting: Ellen Owens

Students enrolled in the Currituck County Alternative School needed the opportunity to participate in activities which would allow them to gain leadership skills, self-esteem, and develop skills to help them give back to the community. The 4-H department in currituck applies for and received funds to deliver programs to these students. Staff members organized an in-school 4-H club which meets twice a month. The youth named the club the "Dream Catchers". Youth are responsible for running meetings and planning club programs. The youth have developed leadership skills through officer roles, gained positive self-concepts from belonging to a 4-H club and have provided over 60 hours of service to the community since September of 1998.
Date: Tue Jan 5 12:13:26 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: currituc
Person Reporting: Van Keane

Initiation of 4-H Friends of Youth "Challenge Club", addresses the need of at risk youth awaiting a one-on-one volunteer match. Those defined in this manner and the number available to serve them are in great disproportion. Henceforth, the development of the Challenge Club. This is a bi-weekly 4-H structured after school club focused on intervening in the lives of the at risk. Since November 5, 1998, Challenge has serviced 21 at risk youth, utilizing 7 volunteers donating 30hrs. through teaching and implementing leadership skills, interpersonal dialogue sessions, nutrition, self-esteem building, and activities. Youth demonstrated positive impact in self-esteem and leadership skills through student lead officer elections, creating club identity, and conducting club meetings. This club has also provided a positive meeting ground for perspective volunteers and awaiting matches.
Date: Tue Jan 5 12:13:41 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: currituc
Person Reporting: Phil Whalen

During the last six months of the Currituck County 4H/SOS program, its tutoring component has shown a 150 percent increase in attendance and a 66 percent increase in classes offered. This resulted in 25 students raising their math grade by 1-3 letter grades, and an increase in their year-end-math scores an average of 5 points, on the developmental scale. It also has impacted Social Studies and English, by increasing their letter grade by an average of 1 letter grade, and an increase in their year-end-reading score an average of 5 points, on the developmental scale. Finally, the impact of the tutoring classes has also resulted in an increase in attendance,completion of homework assignments, and a decrease in maladaptive behaviors during class. These accomplishments are measured by attendance records and as reported by teacher interview.
Date: Fri Jan 8 16:29:49 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: ashe
Person Reporting: Julie B. Landry

A large number of 7th and 8th graders are having a difficult time passing their classes because of the push to prepare students for the end of the year test. These youth need a little extra help. Our S.O.S. Program has been able to provide that help. Every afternoon students attending the program have the opportunity to work with teachers from the school as well as program tutors to complete their homework and to also get that extra little help. 90 percent of the youth in the S.O.S. Program last year improved in their grades, many times simply because students were able to complete their homework. There was an overall improvement in the school on the end of the year tests part of which the principal attributed to the S.O.S. Program.
Date: Fri Jan 8 16:29:27 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: ashe
Person Reporting: Julie B. Landry

Our summer day camp is a popular child care option for parents during the summer as well as a great way for youth to be involved in enrichment activities on a daily basis. The problem we had for several summers was the unavailability of the program to children in the northwest area of our county because of a transportation problem. This past summer we were able to collaborate with Riverview Community Center to provide an alternate program for youth in that area. We served 28 children and were able to offer scholarships to all youth who could not afford the summer fee. Breakfast and lunch were provided by the Board of Education through the Child and Adult Food Program. Participants were allowed the same activities as our day camp and transportation for program activities was made possible by using the activity buses leased to us by the Board of Education.
Date: Fri Jan 8 16:28:51 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: ashe
Person Reporting: Julie B. Landry

Martha Saffer, Northwest High School Classroom Teacher, has a mixed class of 5th and 6th graders (12 of each) and wanted to create an environment of community and helpfulness, where the kids don't pick on each other. Weekly meetings between 4-H, the teacher and guidance counselor allowed us to design and develop a weekly program of large group and small group activities to foster teamwork, communication, compassion and fun for 24 fifth and sixth graders.

The games and initiatives have created a bond among students. As well as providing an opportunity for participating in activities such as a Ropes Course and Caving that encourage the environment of helpfulness.

Given a lot of structure in a fun environment the students will cooperate and work together. The small group activities allow for more in depth conversation and expression of thoughts and feelings.
Date: Fri Jan 8 16:28:23 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: ashe
Person Reporting: Carolyn Goodman

Participants in the Work First Program recognize the need for life skills training in the area of money management to include planning a household budget. With the Work First Program's reduction in financial assistance, participants needed skills in preparing nutritious, economical meals while extending their food dollars.

A series of four classes on financial management information was provided for Work First participants. As a result of the classes, six participants completed all classes and developed household budgets. All participants evaluated the classes as giving them new knowledge they would use in their personal lives to better manage money. Fifteen Work First participants attended the program "Nutritious, Delicious and Economical Meals" where they gained hands-on food preparation skills. All participants learned ways to extend their food dollar and planned to practice skills learned.
Date: Fri Jan 8 16:28:02 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: ashe
Person Reporting: Julie B. Landry

Many youth have little or no appreciation for the community they live in. Increased awareness and participation in community service projects help youth better understand and appreciate their community. Wilderness Experience initiated a "leaf relief" project where participants assisted local senior citizens in leaf raking. The goal was to expose the youth to community service in a positive, fun atmosphere. With the assistance of the Ashe County Volunteer Coordiantor, local hardware stores and 4-H S.O.S. After School program, the project helped 10 senior citizens. The experience was positive for both the youth and recipients. A majority of the youth enjoyed the season appropriate exercise (evident through the lack of complaints and tasks accomplished). Youth were able to observe first hand the appreciation of the recipients through praise they received and snacks provided.
Date: Fri Jan 8 17:07:42 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: chatham
Person Reporting: Glenn Woolard

With the increasing Hispanic population in the Siler City area (estimated at 2,000 to 3,000), there are misperceptions, lack of understanding, and lack of appreciation between the diverse cultures. Cooperative Extension Service teamed up with Hispanic Liaison, Child Care Networks, the Schools, and Smart Start to conduct a CULTURAL DIVERSITY WORKSHOP entitled "Joining Hands" in Siler City on May 29, 1998. 38 adults and 18 youth participated. This included 12 whites, 6 African Americans and 38 Hispanics. The adults were asked questions and led in discussions related to myths about the other culture. --- 97 percent learned something "new" about the other culture.--- 97 percent learned "a lot" or "a little" about the other culture.--- 97 percent rated the knowledge gained as "very useful" or "useful". **** 97 PERCENT INDICATED THIS PROGRAM HELPED THEM TO HAVE A GREATER RESPECT AND APPRECIATION FOR THE OTHER CULTURE.****
Date: Fri Jan 8 14:48:45 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: cherresv
Person Reporting: Kathy H.Dugan

Summer Time Kids Grant
Cherokee Reservation Summertime Kids Grant from Western Carolina Community Foundation. These grant funds were used to create an opportunity for 30 Cherokee youth ages 6-l4 to explore their natural environment, the flora and fauna of the Smoky Mountains and the cultural history of the area through a series of guided hikes, experiential learning and group activities. This camp was made successful through networking with other agencies. Participating youth received their Junior Ranger buttons from the Nationa Park
Service. Youth learned that exercise can also be fun.
Other camping experiences involved 27 youth.
Date: Tue Jan 12 16:45:53 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: dare
Person Reporting: Ann B. Ward

Dare's 4-H S.O.S. summer program format varied from day camps to a week-long residence camping experience. A diverse group of 54 middle school youth enjoyed community service projects, field trips, arts and crafts projects and water-related activities. Parents had the opportunity to have youth involved in supervised educational and recreational activities. A mental health professional praised the program in relation to what it meant for one of her clients who had the potential to get into trouble and would've been unsupervised every day while her mother worked. "The program helped her build self-confidence and assisted her greatly in relating with peers. She built a relationship with the staff to where she confided in them. The shared information between agencies allowed 4-H staff to keep therapists informed of relevant issues. The 4-H scholarship provided necessary financial assistance for her to attend. We appreciate your hard work with our county's at-risk youth."
Date: Tue Jan 12 16:46:17 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: dare
Person Reporting: Danelle Barco

The 4-H/SOS Program is offered to middle school age youth and offers daily homework assistance, healthy snacks, 4-H based curriculum, and recreation time after school. One sixth grade student in particular has experienced incredible growth in less than two weeks of participating in the 4-H/SOS program. The student rarely completed homework assignments, consistently failed tests, and was a behavior problem in class. After approximately two weeks of participating in the 4-H/SOS program, she completed and turned in all back homework assignments, and is presently completing homework daily. Her teachers and guidance counselor have stated that her attitude towards school has made a positive change. School faculty members are pleased about her participation in the 4-H/SOS program and her change of attitude. They also hope that she continues to grow and develop as a result of her participation in the program.
Date: Fri Jan 15 09:54:54 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: duplin
Person Reporting: Jo Ann Y. Williams

5 youth participated in a money managment workshop, "Become a Millionaire by age 55". These youth learned valuable skills to begin a savings program early in life. When asked the most useful thing learned in the workshop, comments were: "I need to set goals to become a millionaire.", "How to budget money and become a millionaire.", "Motivation to save helps a lot.", All participants indicated they would increase the amount of dollars saved per month.
Date: Thu Jan 21 10:11:15 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: yancey
Person Reporting: Joyce Watts

Yancey County 4-H in collaboration with the Yancey school system has acquired $2,500.00 in funds from the Yancey Education Foundation to implement a Character Education program which will involve all the second graders in Yancey County. Funds were used to purchase Character Counts curriculum, incentives and other program materials. As one school administrator said, "This is one area where we need to involve the whole county." We will continue to work with the school system throughout the rest of the year and into next year to develop the program.
Date: Thu Jan 21 10:12:01 EST 1999
SMP #: 19
Local System: yancey
Person Reporting: Joyce Watts

One of Yancey County's 4-H clubs has been interviewing a number of older adults in the county to capture what life was like when these adults were growing up. The children range in age from six to ten. Their leaders were able to secure $900.00 in grant funds from Western North Carolina Tomorrow, to publish the interviews in a book called "Exploring Our Heritage". The book will be shared with the library, senior center, the nursing home and the schools. Plans are to continue to do interviews, and prepare another book entitled "Exploring Our Heritage II".
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