Summary
The COVID-19 pandemic produced limited availability for youth activities that were vitally important to the overall well-being and positive youth development of youth ages 5-18. In response Floyd County 4-H developed weekly educational activity kits that addressed: Artistic Expression, Handwashing/Food Safety, Environmental Science and Agriculture.
Situation
A worldwide pandemic closed schools, businesses and encouraged social distancing throughout the year of 2020. Non-essential personnel were encouraged to self-quarantine and avoid going out into public unless absolutely necessary. While schools were closed during this time many parents assumed the role of a teacher, parent and caregiver.
Response
The COVID-19 pandemic produced limited availability for youth activities that were vitally important to the overall well-being and positive youth development of youth ages 5-18. Programmatic activities that were previously held face to face were converted to virtual programming addressing a variety of issues. While virtual programming was the recommendation many youths have limited availability to technology and limited supplies. In response Floyd County 4-H developed weekly educational activity kits that addressed: Artistic Expression, Handwashing/Food Safety, Environmental Science and Agriculture.
Impact
A total of 203 youth participated. Following each activity kit an evaluation was distributed via email the results provided the following information.
Of the reporting participants:
Week 1: Artistic Expression-Canvas Art
• 98% of participants reported they were able to identify what primary colors created secondary colors
• 89% of participants reported they were introduced to the color wheel for the first time
• 39% of participants reported this activity allowed them to experiment with colors
• 35% of participants reported this activity allowed them to express their creativity
• 18% of participants reported this activity helped them relieve stress in a positive way
• 7% of participants reported this activity allowed them to do an activity they would not have be able to do otherwise
Week 2: Handwashing/Food Safety
• 100% of participants reported they washed their hand using the Wash Your Paws guide prior to participating in the activity
• 100% of participants reported they plan to continue to wash their hands using the information found in the Wash Your Paws guide in the future
• 92% of participants following this activity were able to identify the correct steps to “Wash Your Paws”
• 50% of participants reported this activity allowed them to gain experience in the kitchen
• 26% of participants reported this activity helped them relieve stress in a positive way
• 4% of participants reported this activity allowed them to do an activity they would not have be able to do otherwise
Week 3: Artistic Expression-Tie Dye
• 31% of participants reported this activity allowed them to experiment with colors
• 27% of participants reported this activity allowed them to express their creativity
• 23% of participants reported this activity helped them relieve stress in a positive way
• 19% of participants reported this activity allowed them to do an activity they would not have be able to do otherwise
Week 4: Environmental Science and Agriculture
• 100% of participants were able to personally define vermiculture
• 71% of participants reported they were continuing to use the “Wash Your Paws” handwashing method from a previous activity kit
• 44% of participants reported they learned more about worms and the environment
• 33% of participants reported they gained experience in the kitchen
• 22% of participants reported this activity allowed them to do an activity they would not have be able to do otherwise
State Issue
Youth & Family Development
Details
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Year:
2020
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Geographic Scope:
Multi-County
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County:
Floyd
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Location:
College Station, Athens
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