I am going to create a project planning chart. Using the ADDIE model steps, I plan to develop a list of the tasks that I know need to be accomplished. For each task a person will be assigned and date in which the task needs to be completed. I will schedule weekly meetings with my team to review the status of work and provide time for us to talk though issues. I use Trello a lot to organize these kinds of projects. 

The goal is to encourage partner agencies working with SNAP population to become role models and SNAP-Ed champions for change. Key objectives are: a) identify and recruit partner agencies to receive annual training; b) Provide annual training to raise awareness of the importance of SNAP and SNAP-Ed to address food insecurity, hunger, and nutrition among SNAP population; c) provide technical assistance related implementation of key SNAP-Ed obesity prevention strategies for agency and SNAP population; and, d) provide obesity prevention promotion materials for partner agency distribution to the SNAP population.
I plan to use social marketing emphasizing targeting an identified segment of the SNAP-Ed-eligible audience. Identifying and addressing needs of the target audience and potential barriers to behavior change and interacting with the target audience to test the message, materials, approach, and delivery channel to ensure they are understood and likely to lead to behavior change.
Local town restrictions on signage on certain parts of property may be some troubles that may get in the way, as well as tracking data on who uses the wellness trails. Also funding for metal lasting signs and labor in trail creation extensions may come up as other barriers.

I have begun putting this information into practice by drafting up a logic model for my program (Cornell Climate Stewards) - see below:

Cornell Climate Stewards: CCE educators work with volunteers, and volunteers work in their community.

Basic Logic Model:

Inputs: program outreach coordinator (me) and NYSG/CCE/DEC colleagues; CCE program educators; program volunteers; partner organizations; community members.

Outputs: program advertisement efforts to CCE offices and communities; program outreach coordinator (me) train-the-trainer sessions of CCE program educators; CCE program educator training of program volunteers; program volunteer projects within community.

Outcomes: listed in previous forum post.

Going through this exercise was very helpful - having written computer code and scientific analyses, I've gotten used to and prefer organizing my thoughts according to a logic model format. Coincidentally, my son in kindergarten came home the other day and showed me his Spock Vulcan Salute that a classmate taught him (he insists it is named after someone called "Stock", having never seen ST), so logic is on the brain.

The Statewide Plans of Work and their outcome indicators are very helpful when framing my thoughts. There are quite a few that are (possibly) relevant to my program, which does make things tricky. I'd like to generate a comprehensive list, but not have so many that they are overwhelming and make program reporting difficult. Narrowing down that list is a priority for me.

I am going to create a logic model, using my previous forum post about objectives to identify short, medium, and long-term outcomes of my workshop, and from there, list inputs and outputs. My next step is to work with some colleagues across the state on the workshop curriculum, so creating the logic model will help me prepare the discuss my thoughts with this group.

I plan to put these ideas to work by developing a logic model for my program. Using the logic model as a way of thinking about outcomes has been helpful in clarifying what I want to do and what outcomes might look like over time. 

-Inputs include: time, staff, participants, volunteers, collaborators, stakeholders, and funding/resources

-Outputs include: educational materials, workshops, volunteer projects, technical assistance

-Short-term outcomes include: gaining a skill, new knowledge, change in attitude or aspiration

-Mid-term outcomes include: changes in behavior, might be evaluated by a survey months after an event as part of programming

I am continuing to think about what a long-term outcome might look like for my program.

I have outlined my program, Connecting the Upstate/Downstate Food Divide, using a logic model.

Long-term Outcome
-Farms in Upstate NY have a reliable wholesale outlet to NYC markets through
members of the New York State Food Hub Collaborative
-NYC residents are less reliant on shipments of imported food
-Farms in the Mohawk Valley increase their profitability
-More opportunities for new farms or existing farms to expand ($300,000 more in
sales)
-More jobs are available on farms and in food processing facilities in the MV

Intermediate Outcomes
-NYC buyers will work with distributors that can supply goods produced on farms in
Upstate
-Farms and food processors in the Mohawk Valley are more willing to invest in
expanding production or taking a chance on new ventures

Initial Outcomes
-Mohawk Valley farmers recognize that there are opportunities available by joining
farmer cooperatives and working with regional food hubs
-NYC buyers recognize the value of sourcing from Upstate NY
-Mohawk Valley farms are recognized for the quality of their products
-Politicians recognize the value of investing in local food systems

Outputs
-20 small or medium sized farms are educated on opportunities to connect with NYC markets
-NYC buyers are educated on the availability and quality of food products from the Mohawk Valley
-A relationship between compatible farms, distributors, and NYC buyers is facilitated

Activities
-Extensive research online to identify farms in the Mohawk Valley
-Outreach to farmers is conducted at public events, workshops, and industry trade shows
-Farms capable and willing to join the regional food network are identified,
contacted, and asked to complete a questionnaire detailing their operation
-Networking with hospitality associations and food advocacy groups to connect
with potential buyers

Inputs
-Carl working full-time, Myron part-time
-Travel and registration expense budget
-Educational materials budget
-CCE Oneida's social media presence and email newsletter

I started this logic model from the long-term outcomes eventually working my way back to the activities to achieve this goal. I already had the semblance of a plan in place and have been executing many of the "activities" section already, but it was extremely valuable to see the bigger picture. I knew the long-term outcomes and outputs as stated in our grant, but putting more thought into the initial and intermediate outcomes allowed me to see things a bit more clearly.

I believe the most effective action I can take is align the outcomes I've identified within the statewide plan of work, with my own project development. The outcomes allow me to focus in on the end goal, and it gives more purpose to the steps I'm taking as I develop my project. It's one thing to survey stakeholders and get their input, but it's a whole different level when that is done with outcomes in mind. It will allow me to take people's input and figure out how that is going to steer us towards the outcomes we'd like to see in our county.

Looking at the plan of work related to my project was very helpful in framing the objectives of my project and gave me ideas of outreach/outcomes that I hadn't thought of before that would definitely be achievable under this project, such as reaching a certain number of community organizations that could benefit from education on SNAP/WIC enrollment. The ADDIE model most aligns with how I have developed programs in the past, so I will utilize that outline to assist in my program development. Now that I have objectives identified, I can better zoom in on the best way to assess my program needs. I will begin my organizing my ideas for three focus groups, targeting community populations that would benefit from this program, as well as analyze current data that can help point me in the direction of which specific areas of my community to target first (rural vs urban; seniors vs families etc.)

Identifying the desired objectives and outcomes of the project will focus the structure of the program. Establishing that I want agriculture businesses to improve their bottom line and decrease household energy expenses will ensure that when developing the material I will include details and specific examples that can be implemented.

One of the items that gets in the way is competing interests. Similar training in the CCE system already exists, but the Energy Navigator and I have not been satisfied with the quality of the product so we are developing our own program. That said we will have to find a way to differentiate ourselves so that the target audience knows we have something different to offer than what they have previously experienced.

- How will I put this information into practice?
I will put this information into practice by completing a ADDIE Model. I originally wanted to do a Logic Model because I like how the information is laid out, but for my project I think the ADDIE Model makes more sense. We already have the content for the project; I just need to put it into a user friendly and accessible packet.

Analyze: Current K-12 NYS Standards, trends in academic success (subjects children are doing well in and not doing well in) within Central NY, Grant opportunities for outside organizations to partner with teachers in schools, generate a list of activities, knowledge and skills that we already do well in our program

Design: Apply the skills, knowledge and activities we already do within our programs to the NYS Standards (connect the activity to the specific standard)

Develop: Create a comprehensive guide/packet for teachers and principals to review that includes; funding options and outcomes and offered activities categorized by subject. Connect with a few teachers and try out some of the activities listed and get early feedback from those specific teachers

Implement: Connect with more teachers and schools with the help of our piolet teachers/classrooms, connect with as many teachers and students as possible!

Evaluate: How is it going, roadblocks, successes, areas for growth, etc

A thing that helps me clarify my thoughts is thinking through what is already available such as the NYS K-12 Standards and our program offering. One thing that gets in the way is finding funding for implementation of this project.

I am working on a logic model. I think it will help to really focus on having clear, specific, and achievable outcomes, as in the past the team has focused on recycling activities and objectives from other workshops.

My next step is connecting with my team members to make sure we are all on the same page as this well help clarify want we want to do. What gets in the way is time, there isn't much time before I have to implement the workshop, but at least it will be a great way to evaluate and improve for future workshops.

So my project is focussed on creating Workday Learning modules and promoting them to staff. We currently posted a survey to get feedback from staff on what they know, and encourage them to poke around a bit. I shared survey results with Executive Directors, and will post one more push on collecting information. So far results from staff ask for a one pager on how to access workday learning. We have started working on a document that shares those details. I've also uploaded two courses this week. I need to promote these to program staff. Continuing to come back to this as a plan (through PDLC) has really helped me go from "a good idea" to making progress.

I've been developing a Logic Model for my project to help break it down into its key components. While I'm fairly familiar with logic models—since they're a requirement for our PSE Initiatives—creating one from scratch for a brand new PSE is uncharted territory for me. Reviewing the sections and having them explained was definitely helpful. The process has been useful for organizing my thoughts and framing the project through the lens of who, what, where, how, and why. Additionally, using the SNAP-Ed Evaluation Framework Tool has also guided me in identifying specific short-term, mid-term, and long-term goals we hope to achieve with the Veggie Van and Food Box Program.

My plan of action:
• Select 2–3 farms to participate in summer scouting and organic field trials
• Hold 1–2 on-farm field events focused on cultural and biological CPB strategies
• Create factsheets or digital handouts summarizing best organic practices
One barrier I have identified: Is my focus too broad? Should I expand this organic management of other pests?

To begin the strategic planning process for 2026-2030 for New York Soil Health, I've led some strategic planning brainstorming in MIRO and initiated a project management tool in google sheets for my team. I schedule weekly one-one meetings with my team members to discuss day to day to do's, current projects, and progress on longer term tasks. I regliously use google tasks for myself, but I am considering adding something like Trello for more detailed teammember project management.