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About Us
County Impact Statements - Lawrence County
Fair Judging School - Increases Volunteerism for Miles Around
The Lawrence County Cooperative Extension Service conducted a very
successful Fair Judging School. There were approximately 90 people in
attendance with 11 counties represented. The counties in attendance were:
Clay, Craighead, Cross, Fulton, Greene, Izard, Jackson, Lawrence, Poinsett,
Randolph, and Sharp.
Seven classes were taught, two times each, by County Extension Agents‑Family
and Consumer Sciences from 11 different counties. The classes were: Educational
Displays, Preserves, Photography, Baked Foods, Clothing, Quilts, and Household
Arts.
Every newly educated Fair Judging School participant received a certificate
of accomplishment for each completed course.
- 98% of participants reported that presented "ideas and concepts
greatly increased their confidence for judging in their area."
- 96% reported that "the handouts significantly reinforced their
understanding of judging strategies."
- 98% reported that they "felt that the classes increased their
knowledge and/or abilities as exhibitors."
Lawrence County Fair Judging Class 2003 |
Impacts
The Fair Judging School helped provide an educational opportunity that
enhanced the quality of fair judging throughout many surrounding counties.
Increased Community Volunteerism
- 90 adult volunteers
- 11 surrounding counties attended
- 7 different subject matters taught two times each
- Enhanced quality of county judges for many surrounding counties
- Increased confidence for judging at fairs
- Increased knowledge and abilities as exhibitors
- Reinforced judging strategies
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