Friday, June 26, 2020

TAMU Summer Horsemanship Schools Go Online!


Howdy! 
Please help us spread the word to all Texas youth about this opportunity to get personalized horsemanship instruction through an online video submission from June 29th-July 6th.
 Youth simply submit a 2-5 minute video (https://agrilife.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1Xi0beEA3Wba4gl) of themselves riding with information about what they want to learn/improve and a Texas A&M Summer Horsemanship School instructor will reply with useful training tips and feedback. Great practice for the upcoming State 4-H Horse Show! 

Tuesday, June 16, 2020

Youth Lab 2020 Deadline Extended

Greetings,

We are excited to announce that registration for the CEP 4-H Virtual Youth Lab is live and the deadline has been extended. The link to registration is on the attached flyer, as well as below.

The Youth Lab summer program reaches underserved teens in 8th, 9th , 10th  and 11th  grades from seven (7) urban counties and several rural counties within the State of Texas. The 4-H and Youth Development Unit of the College of Agriculture and Human Sciences at Prairie View A&M University hosts the virtual camp to introduce young people to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) careers in agriculture. There are two overarching goals of this program:

1.) to increase the likelihood of youth from historically under-served/ underrepresented populations to pursue enrollment in post-secondary education
2.) to provide an awareness of and encourage interest to pursue careers in food, agriculture, natural resources, and human (FANH) careers. These goals are parallel to the mission of S.A.L.E., Inc. by focusing on educating and developing the youth of Texas for careers in agriculture. 


The agenda for this program is set up with fun, exciting, and educational activities filled with guest speakers, virtual field trips, VR experience, college tours, and more.
If you have youth that would be interested in applying follow the link www.pvamu.edu/cahs/4-h-youth-lab-scholarship-application/   to apply by June 30, 2020. There is one recommendation letter required.

Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Thank you,

Nathan Tucker


Friday, June 5, 2020

Youth Lab 2020


Please see the attached flyer for Youth Lab 2020.



Tuesday, June 2, 2020

PVAMU 4-H Operation College Access

We are excited to announce that registration for PVAMU 4-H Operation College Access is live. The link to registration is on the attached flyer, as well as below.

As a refresher on the program, youth will have the opportunity to learn how to maximize their college years by:
  1. Identifying factors that impact learning and apply techniques and strategies to achieve personal, financial, academic, and career choices.
  2. Develop an educational and career plan. Become knowledgeable of campus resources, learn strategies on building meaningful relationships, communicating effectively, and managing time.
  3. Demonstrate comprehension in the areas of Title IV funding, scholarship, estimated/direct cost of attendance, and budgeting basics.

PVAMU 4-H Operation College Access Registration Link


Monday, June 1, 2020

CEP 4-H Photography Adult Volunteer Virtual Training


We are excited to announce that registration for the CEP 4-H Photography Adult Volunteer Virtual Training is live. The link to registration is on the attached flyer, as well as below.

The purpose and objectives of the training include:

Purpose

  1. Extension county staff and volunteers will learn to conduct a virtual 4-H photography program in their county using available resources.
Objectives 
Participants will learn about:
  1. Camera types and camera settings
  2. Selecting a subject 
  3. Composition
  4. Lighting
  5. Photo management and organization
  6. Holding a county photography contest




Thursday, May 14, 2020

Transition U: Monday, May 18th at noon


Purpose of the training:  to equip students and families with the tools to maximize the first-year college experience and beyond.  Focusing on cognitive development, academic planning, and financial aid literacy.  

AGENDA

Welcome and purpose : Jarren Small
Introduction  of guest instructor: Jarren Small
Training Agenda: Blake Simon
Transition U Overview
Implementing Transition U
Q&A



You have three different days to choose from for the Operation College Access Digital Training


You can forward this invitation to others.



Meeting number (access code): 922 378 519

Meeting password: PVCEP4H



Monday, May 11, 2020
12:00 pm  |  (UTC-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)  |  1 hr 30 mins






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Tap to call in from a mobile device (attendees only)
+1-855-797-9485 US Toll free
+1-415-655-0002 US Toll



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Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Travis and Bastrop County Photography Results

The results of the photography contest are now available on my blog at

Thank you to everyone who participated and special thanks to our judges!

Friday, May 8, 2020

Transition University


Purpose of the training:  to equip students and families with the tools to maximize the first-year college experience and beyond.  Focusing on cognitive development, academic planning, and financial aid literacy.  

AGENDA

Welcome and purpose : Jarren Small
Introduction  of guest instructor: Jarren Small
Training Agenda: Blake Simon
Transition U Overview
Implementing Transition U
Q&A



You have three different days to choose from for the Operation College Access Digital Training


You can forward this invitation to others.



Meeting number (access code): 922 378 519

Meeting password: PVCEP4H



Monday, May 11, 2020
12:00 pm  |  (UTC-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)  |  1 hr 30 mins






Join by phone
Tap to call in from a mobile device (attendees only)
+1-855-797-9485 US Toll free
+1-415-655-0002 US Toll



Join from a video system or application
You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number.



Join using Microsoft Lync or Microsoft Skype for Business

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2020 Texas Livestock Skillathon Showdown

Space Rocks!

Friday, May 1, 2020

Tuesday, April 28, 2020

Travis and Bastrop County Photography Workshop (Online) Wednesday, 4/29 at 3 PM

I will be conducting another Travis County Photography Workshop via Zoom tomorrow, April 29, at 3 PM.  I will be discussing the Travis and Bastrop County Photography Contest.  If you are interested, please email me at Nathan.Tucker@agnet.tamu.edu and I'll email you the link tomorrow.  I would recommend bringing some photos you have taken so we can review and discuss them.



Monday, April 27, 2020

Travis County 4-H Newsletter 4/27/2020

Texas Healthy Youth Ambassador Program Application Due May 1

Texas 4-H Water Ambassadors applications due May 1st

Applications for the 2020/2021 cohort of 4-H Water Ambassadors are now open. Deadline May 1.

Eligibility: Senior age (14-18) 4-H youth that exhibit a genuine interest in water/natural resources and a commitment to leadership

How Youth Apply:

  1. Visit www.texas4hwaterambassadors.com to download application instructions
  2. Complete the online application at https://fs4.formsite.com/state4h/water/index.html

COVID-19 Contingency Plans: If it is necessary to suspend the summer face-to-face 4-H2O Leadership Academy, a virtual academy will be held followed by field trips/tours throughout the year. If the face-to-face academy is cancelled, due date for the $250 participation fee will be postponed until a later date.


Friday, April 24, 2020

Happy 4-H Volunteer Week

Happy 4-H Volunteer Week - You are appreciated!










Repost from Central Health: Drive

Not 4-H related but I wanted to share a message from Travis County Central Health that may be of interest to you, especially those who are in Eastern Travis County:

A message from Elizabeth of Central Health

En español abajo

Dear Community Members:

COVID-19 Testing in Eastern Travis County
Drive-up testing is now offered from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday in Eastern Travis County as follows:
  • Monday: Colony Park - Barbara Jordan Elementary School 6711 Johnny Morris Rd. Austin, TX 78724
  • Tuesday: Austin’s Colony/ Hornsby Bend - Austin’s Colony Homeowner’s Association Amenity Center 3801 Austin’s Colony Blvd. Austin, TX 78725
  • Wednesday: Manor - Manor Senior High School 14832 FM 973 Manor, TX 78653
  • Thursday: Del Valle - Southeast Metropolitan Park 4511 Highway 71 E Del Valle, TX 78617
  • Friday: Colony Park - Barbara Jordan Elementary School 6711 Johnny Morris Rd. Austin, TX 78724

For information about testing, please view the flyer or call CommUnityCare’s COVID-19 Hotline at 512-978-8775.

CommUnityCare's COVID-19 Update: Virtual Community Conversation
Discuss and get the latest updates on CommUnityCare's COVID-19 response every Tuesday and Thursday from 12-12:30 p.m. NOTE: a Virtual Community Conversation in Spanish takes place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30-1 p.m.

RSVP

How to join:
Digitally (no app needed): Link; password: 046720
By phone (no smartphone needed):
US: +1(888)5010031
Meeting ID: 148 212 6646
Password: 246110

Central Health's April Board of Managers Meeting
Our regularly scheduled Board of Managers Meeting is today, Wednesday, April 22nd at 5:30 p.m. Members of the public may access the meeting using their telephone:
  1. Call toll-free: 1-888-501-0031
  2. Enter meeting ID number: 149 678 4507#
  3. Enter password: 007710#
To sign up to speak during the public communications portion of the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) Public Hearing or the regular Board of Managers meeting, you must register to speak by 4 p.m. the day of the meeting - by calling 512-978-9190 and leave a voicemail or by filling out the online form.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Estimado Miembros de la Comunidad:

Pruebas de COVID-19 en el este del condado de Travis
Las pruebas por ventanilla son ahora ofrecidas de 9 a.m. a 4 p.m. de lunes a viernes en el Este del Condado de Travis de la siguiente manera:
  • Lunes: Colony Park - Barbara Jordan Elementary School 6711 Johnny Morris Rd. Austin, TX 78724
  • Martes: Austin’s Colony / Hornsby Bend - Austin's Colony Homeowner’s’’’s Association Amenity Center 3801 Austin’s Colony Blvd. Austin, TX 78725
  • Miércoles: Manor - Manor Senior High School 14832 FM 973 Manor, TX 78653
  • Jueves: Del Valle - Southeast Metropolitan Park 4511 Highway 71 E Del Valle, TX 78617
  • Viernes: Colony Park - Barbara Jordan Elementary School 6711 Johnny Morris Rd. Austin, TX 78724

Para obtener más información acerca de las pruebas, por favor ver el volante o llame a la línea directa del COVID-19 de CommUnityCare al 512-978-8775.

Plática comunitaria virtual: Actualización COVID-19
Para platicar y obtener la información más actualizada sobre la respuesta de CommUnityCare al Coronavirus, acompáñenos cada martes y jueves, de 12:30 - 1 p.m. NOTAR: La Plática Comunitaria Virtual en español se llevará a cabo por separado a la de inglés. Confirme su asistencia aquí.

Cómo entrar
Digitalmente (no se requiere ninguna aplicación): Vínculo; contraseña: 046720
Por teléfono (no se requiere ningún teléfono inteligente):
US: +1(888)5010031
Meeting ID: 148 212 6646
Password: 246110

Junta de la Junta Administrativa de Central Health de Abril
La junta de la Junta Administrativa de Central Health programada regularmente es hoy miércoles 22 de abril a las 5:30 p.m.

Los miembros del público pueden acompañarnos por teléfono con las instrucciones a seguir:
  1. Llame gratis: 1-888-501-0031
  2. Número de Identificación: 149 678 4507#
  3. Contraseña: 007710#
Para proporcionar comentarios durante la audiencia pública para el Fondo de Participación de Proveedores Locales (LPPF, por sus siglas en inglés) o la parte de comunicación con el público de la Junta Administrativa de Central Health, deberá inscribirse para hablar. Para hacer esto, llame al 512-978-9190 y deje un mensaje o complete este formulario en línea.

Por favor avíseme si tiene preguntas.

Thank you,

Elizabeth

Thursday, April 23, 2020

4-H County Council Meeting April 27th 6:30pm via ZOOM

Travis County 4-H County Council Meeting
Apr 27, 2020 06:30 PM
All Members Welcome

Join Zoom Meeting