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
Thursday, December 20, 2012
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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)
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:
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