Thursday, December 20, 2012

Scholarship Application - Graduation Seniors

Graduating Seniors - For those who plan to submit a Texas 4-H Foundation Scholarship application, your first draft is due to Cory by January 3rd.

Click here for the link to the scholarship information on the State 4-H Website

Monday, December 17, 2012

San Antonio Livestock Show - Youth Foods Contest

The San Antonio Livestock Show offers a youth foods contest. Check out the link below to read the rules, guidelines and for the entry form.

Link to Rules and Entry Form

Registation begins for 4-H Day at the Capitol

ALL 4-H members, parents, and County Extension Agents are invited to join Texas 4-H at the 4-H
Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 in Austin, Texas. This event will be a day filled
with 4-H being recognized in both the House of Representatives and Senate Chambers. In the
afternoon, spend some time with your legislators and let them know about the great things 4-H is
doing in your community.

Registration is $20.00 per person and is open on 4-H CONNECT from Monday, December 17, 2012
and will close January 18, 2013. Registration will include a t-shirt, registration materials, approved
tokens of appreciation for members to present to legislators, and insurance for the event. Lunch
will be on your own. When you register, be prepared to provide the names of both your House of
Representative member and your Senator who will be representing you in the 2013 Legislative
Session. A new feature to assist with last minute schedule changes from the legislative offices will
be a text messaging system. If you would like to receive these notices, please sign up during your
registration.

Once registration closes, Cory will pull a report and communicate with those individuals about scheduling a group lunch.

Click here to register

Friday, December 14, 2012

4-H Has Talent - State 4-H Roundup


The Texas 4-H and Youth Development Program is pleased to announce this year's 2013 4-H Has Talent Competition. The Texas 4-H Has Talent Competition has grown tremendously over the last three years. We are looking for another great year of acts and excitement at Roundup. Deadline for entries is April 1st. For more information check out the link below. Please help us in spreading the work about this great opportunity
Click here for the flyer

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Shearing Option for TCYS - Lambs and Goats

4-H CAPITAL is offering again this year, the opportunity to get your lambs and/or goats sheared.


Wednesday, January 9th from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Thursday, January 10th  from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

$20.00 a head and these are the only times available for 4-H or FFA youth.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

DuPont Challenge - Essay Contest realted to STEM

Essay Contest Opportunity - Check out the link for more information - Click Here
Submissions due January 31, 2013



Together, we can feed the world
Ensuring that enough healthy, nutritious food is available for people everywhere is one of the most critical challenges facing humanity. This focus on providing for the needs of a growing population will help developing countries prosper, and foster economic growth around the world.
Here are just a few examples of the kinds of questions that could spark your research and creativity in writing an essay in this category:
  • What new strategy could we use to reduce food waste?
  • How can we advance the nutritional content of crops?
  • What are ways we will help farmers increase productivity?
  • What can we do to decrease the number of food-borne illnesses?
Together, we can build a secure energy future
While the demand for energy grows, the supply of fossil fuels will not. With a growing population, we will need to use those existing resources as efficiently and effectively as possible, and find better ways to harness renewable energy sources, as well. These transitions will stimulate new industries and power clean economies.
Here are just a few examples of the kinds of questions that could spark your research and creativity in writing an essay in this category:
  • How can new renewable and/or sustainable energy sources (for example, solar power) help us build a secure energy future?
  • How can cars be made to be more fuel efficient?
  • What is a fuel source that can replace gasoline, and how can we use it?
  • How do we make energy usage more affordable?
Together, we can protect people and the environment
A growing global population places increased pressure on people and the environment. And as the world develops, humanity places greater value on both life and the earth we all share. We believe that life and our ecosystem are precious, and we're working to protect them.
Here are just a few examples of the kinds of questions that could spark your research and creativity in writing an essay in this category:
  • How can we help keep firefighters safe and healthy?
  • What new technologies could help protect our troops on the front line?
  • How do we create environmentally-friendly materials?
  • What are ways to create affordable housing for everyone?
Together, we can be innovative anywhere
Innovations in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics all help to make the world a better place. We can use scientific research to solve issues ranging from medicine and health to mathematical computation to any STEM topic we are passionate about. The diverse and ever-changing world of science is open to you! Just remember to keep your essay focused, innovative, and aimed toward positive impacts to our world and our shared future.
Here are just a few examples of the kinds of questions that could spark your research and creativity in writing an essay in this category:
  • What new medical research might change our world?
  • What can theories on the universe tell us about the laws of physics?
  • What can we learn from new studies in sports medicine?
  • What new research on the biology of plants and animals can help us address a global health issue?

Monday, December 10, 2012

Survey on "Service"

The Travis County 4-H Advisory committee has developed a survey on "service" and is seeking input from youth and adults to gain a better understanding of why , where and how people participate in various service related opportunities.

Please complete the survey at the link below. Anyone may complete the survey, youth, adult, 4-H or non 4-H affiliated.

Click Here for survey

2013 Teen Retreat

Who? Senior age 4-H members, 13-19 and adult sponsors
Why? Develop leadership skills through workshops and hands-on learning experiences
How? Register on 4-H Center website between Nov 1 and Dec 30
Cost? Registration includes 2 nights lodging, 4 meals, snacks and all program supplies.
Youth $105, Adults $70
$90 Chaperone fee if County does not provide chaperone

Check out the flyer at the link by clicking here

Thursday, December 6, 2012

December Edition of Texas 4-H Standard

Check out the link below for the latest edition of the Texas 4-H Standard Newsletter
Click here to check out the newsletter

4-H Day at the Capitol

ALL 4-H members, parents, and County Extension Agents are invited to join Texas 4-H at the 4-H
Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 in Austin, Texas. This event will be a day filled
with 4-H being recognized in both the House of Representatives and Senate Chambers. In the
afternoon, spend some time with your legislators and let them know about the great things 4-H is
doing in your community.

Registration is $20.00 per person and is open on 4-H CONNECT from Monday, December 17, 2012
and will close January 18, 2013. Registration will include a t-shirt, registration materials, approved
tokens of appreciation for members to present to legislators, and insurance for the event. Lunch
will be on your own. When you register, be prepared to provide the names of both your House of
Representative member and your Senator who will be representing you in the 2013 Legislative
Session. A new feature to assist with last minute schedule changes from the legislative offices will
be a text messaging system. If you would like to receive these notices, please sign up during your
registration.

Once registration closes, Cory will pull a report and communicate with those individuals about scheduling a group lunch.

Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo - School Tour Guide Opportunities

4-H members who are in the 9th  - 12th grades may sign up to serve as school tours guides during the week of March 18-22, 2012.

If you would like to sign up, Click Here to add your name and information to the list.

If you sign up, your are committing yourself to serve in this role.

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Animal Traceability Workshop



ATTENTION CATTLE BREEDERS
Tuesday, December 11, 2012 - 6:00 PM
Creedmoor Community Center
12511 FM 1625, Creedmoor, Texas 78610

Animal Traceability & Beef 101 (Including 1 IPM CEU)

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is providing a program to further provide instruction on the new Animal Traceability rule from Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) for adult cattle.  

 YOU MUST RSVP BY DECEMBER 10TH!

Sue Carrasco, Agriculture & Natural Resources Administrative Assistant,
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Travis County at:
512-854-9610

Cost: $20.00 – Due to Extension policy, cash will not be accepted - checks only.  Make checks payable to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.  The fee also covers your dinner.

For more information check out the link below: