Anecdotal reports from various Sheboygan area service organizations, including Department of Health staff, indicate a “referral gap” in connecting Sheboygan residents with the many services available to them in Sheboygan. Barriers may include language, marketing/awareness, location/transportation, and multiple referrals in attempts to obtain the same service. In response to this articulated need, the Positive Youth […]
Kevin completed a research project using GIS (geographic information system) and Sheboygan County parcel data to determine the extent of conversions from owner-occupied residences to rental units in a sample of neighborhoods. The conversion rate was 38% in one of the larger neighborhoods and 27% in another. Results from this research may help officials determine […]
A team of Extension County educators and State Specialists developed the 2021 Badger Crop Connect (BCC) webinar series to provide timely information on current and emerging crop production topics. The audience included: farmers, agronomists/crop consultants, agency personnel, and other agricultural professionals. This series was offered on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Participant […]
Lisa Sanderson, Positive Youth Development Educator Representatives of local youth-serving organizations, including SASD, HMAA, and Mental Health America, related concerns about disengagement/negative affect in school, lack of self-efficacy, dual identity challenges, and poor mental health in students from minoritized communities. Positive Youth Development Educator Lisa Sanderson researched these issues and found scholarly support/models for bicultural […]
A Field Day was held for farmers, industry agronomists, and agency personal to learn about alternative forage systems that improve soil health and farm profitability. The program sponsored by: Extension Sheboygan County, The Sheboygan County Forage Council, and the Sheboygan River Progressive Farmers was held on August 31st at Double Dutch Dairy near Cedar Grove. […]
Sarah Tarjeson, 4-H Youth Development Educator Mentorship for adult volunteers where they navigated actual conflict situations gaining skills in active listening, prioritizing, using ‘I messages” and taking appropriate and safe action. Through this mentorship, adults were able to provide a safe and respectful environment for Positive Youth Development. Mentorship for new leaders of the Mosel […]
Lisa Golda, Positive Youth Development Educator Extension’s mission is to serve all WI residents by providing relevant, actionable, and culturally responsive educational programs and services. Centering stakeholders’ voices at the start of program development is key to fulfilling this mission. We are currently developing new youth programming / adapting existing programming to better serve all […]
Sarah Tarjeson, 4-H Youth Development Educator A meeting of Mosel Farm and Home 4-H Club where members, volunteers, and parents learned about leadership opportunities and volunteer development. This effort is designed to transition club leadership and strengthen the volunteer capacity within this club. A training for Sheboygan Youth First Impressions Neighborhood Exchange where participants gained […]
Sarah Tarjeson, 4-H Youth Development Educator A meeting of Mosel Farm and Home 4-H Club where members, volunteers, and parents learned about leadership opportunities and volunteer development. This effort is designed to transition club leadership and strengthen the volunteer capacity within this club. A training for Sheboygan Youth First Impressions Neighborhood Exchange where participants gained […]
Sarah Tarjeson, 4-H Youth Development Educator A monthly newsletter for New or 1st Year 4-H Families where they were introduced to the 4-H Youth Development Program. The purpose of this effort was to develop a sense of belonging to our organization and build confidence in parents and members as they participate in club and project […]
