Youth-led Creative Expression Contest to Prevent COVID-19 across Texas!

Request for Applications (RFA)

We are inviting young people from across Texas to submit creative materials (videos, digital art, murals) to promote behaviors that can prevent the spread of COVID-19. Materials will be used by schools, health departments, and other community groups to promote COVID-19 protective behaviors. This contest is being hosted by the COVID-19 Communications Team within the Health Promotion/Behavioral Sciences Department at UTHealth School of Public Health in partnership with community organizations across Texas.

GUIDELINES

• Submissions must be created by student(s) and supported by an identified parent, adult mentor, or sponsor. Parent/Guardian permission and signature are required with submission.
• K through 12 students, student clubs, after-school programs, youth nonprofit organizations, school wellness teams, and other youth-based groups are encouraged to apply.
• Creative expression content can be in English or Spanish and may include translation into other languages.
• Submissions can be either as an individual or as a group of youth. If completed as a group, we need permission forms from all youth involved with the submission.
• Creative expression content needs to be authentic and original, or it will be excluded from the competition. We will review for authentication and use of other’s materials or ideas.
• Creative expression content should link directly to any of the four main COVID-19 prevention behaviors (mask wearing, handwashing, social distancing, not touching your face). However, simple, direct, and brief content/message (e.g., short videos) is encouraged
• Multiple submission are allowed!

APPLICATION PROCESS & KEY DATES

1. Campaign Launch: Request for Applications (RFAs) will be sent on Friday, July 17^th, 2020.
2. Application Format: Applicants must submit the application from at https://sph.uth.edu/landing/covid-youth/.
3. Due Date:  Creative Expression Submissions are due Sunday, August 30, 2020.
4. Awards: 1^st - $300 Wal-mart e-gift card; 2^nd - $100 Wal-Mart e-gift card; Honorable recognition - Submissions will be posted on UTSPH Facebook page.
5. Notification of Awards: Participants will be notified of awards by September 30, 2020.
6. If you have any questions, contact Jacob Szeszulski at Jacob.Szeszulski@uth.tmc.edu (preferred) or call 1-713-500-9679.

2020 Virtual Agriculture Conservation Camp

I would like to share the following message from Jeremy Peaches regarding the Virtual Agriculture Science Conservation Camp:

Hello, 

Hope everyone is doing well.We're excited to announce this year we are partnering with Prairie View A&M Universities Cooperative Extension Program's 4-H & Youth Development Program to host our Agriculture Science Conservation Camp virtually!!!! Initial funding for this camp has been provided by The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, additional funding has been provided by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department- Game Wardens and State Representative Jarvis Johnson.

Our camp will take place July 27-29, 2020 and reach 85 elementary and middle school grades 3-8. The first two days educational sessions will be conducted online. On the third day students will take virtual field trips, students will learn about Prairie View A&M Universities College of Agriculture and Human Sciences (CAHS) and about Black Western Culture from the Stevenson Ranch and agri-business from the R&S Deer Ranch.

Please see the attached registration link below. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me 

Thanks,

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSey5vp3ksrdoLPBAUpvnlwwuqng-ocMxugb56fsFpg2W-biyw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1

Jeremy Peaches 

Prairie View A&M University 

Cooperative Extension Program 

Harris County 4H & Youth Development 

4‑H AT HOME: GARDENING, EXERCISE & WILDLIFE

4-H programs across the country are serving as education's first responders, continuing their mission to provide learning resources for all kids in every county. This week’s activities feature lessons in DNA, fruit batteries and water!

https://4-h.org/about/blog/4-h-at-home-gardening-exercise-wildlife/

Have a great 4-H 4th of July weekend!

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! 

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

Youth Lab 2020

Please see the attached flyer for Youth Lab 2020.

The link to apply is: www.pvamu.edu/cahs/4-h-youth-lab-scholarship-application/

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

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

Please click here to register.

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 LINK TO REGISTER PVAMU 4-H Operation College Access 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 meeting 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 Global call-in numbers  |  Toll-free calling restrictions Join from a video system or application Dial 922378519@pvamu.webex.com You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number. Join using Microsoft Lync or Microsoft Skype for Business Dial 922378519.pvamu@lync.webex.com

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Travis and Bastrop County Photography Results

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

http://traviscounty4hcep.blogspot.com/

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

Travis County 4-H Newsletter 5/11/2020

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 LINK TO REGISTER PVAMU 4-H Operation College Access 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 meeting 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 Global call-in numbers  |  Toll-free calling restrictions Join from a video system or application Dial 922378519@pvamu.webex.com You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number. Join using Microsoft Lync or Microsoft Skype for Business Dial 922378519.pvamu@lync.webex.com

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2020 Texas Livestock Skillathon Showdown

Space Rocks!

Reminder: Final deadline for Travis and Bastrop County Photography Contest is Monday, May 4th

Even though the rules state they're due today, I will accept them up until Monday.

Here are the rules again:

SALE Scholarship deadline extended to May 29th

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.

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.