Fort Bend 4-H

Purpose of the training: To help youth development professionals understand the importance of positive development. The training will engage youth development professionals in building the capacity of volunteers, and promote the Essential Elements in programs. LINK TO REGISTER: Essential Elements Virtual Volunteer Training Monday, April 27th 1:00-3:00 PM CST/12:00-2:00 PM MST Agenda: Welcome and Purpose: Cynthia Pierfax Zoom’s Features Review Introduction to the Essential Elements Curriculum-Cynthia Pierfax Lesson 1: The Key Ingredients-Madelynne Cera Lesson 2: A Positive Relationship with a Caring Adult-Amber Simon Lesson 3: Creating the Safety... Read More →

4-H Youth in Action Awards In January, we introduced a new application season for the 4-H Youth in Action program! We’ve heard from Extension professionals and students that spring is a better time for youth to apply for scholarships, so we’ve shifted our application season to better support 4-H’ers and professionals alike. From now until April 27, youth can share their stories of developing passion, finding purpose, and inspiring others by applying here for the 4-H Youth in Action Awards for a chance to earn a $5,000 scholarship... Read More →

JUNIOR PHOTOGRAPHY AMBASSADOR  Click here to view the brochure! The Texas 4-H Photography Ambassador Program provides opportunities to grow in the photography project through community service, workshops, training sessions, field trips, and leadership/ citizenship activities.  Photography Ambassadors serve in photography corps at state-level events, taking official event photographs. They can expect to be called upon to photograph club, county and district events as well.  Having fun in an important part of learning, so Photography Ambassadors are encouraged to participate in hands-on events. They are expected to engage others,... Read More →

San Antonio Livestock Exposition (S.A.L.E.) 4-H Scholarship Application The San Antonio Livestock Exposition (S.A.L.E.) and the Cooperative Extension Program (C.E.P.) will award five (5) four-year scholarships, each with a total value of $15,000. These scholarships award outstanding students who are seeking a Bachelor of Science degree at Prairie View A&M University. The San Antonio Livestock Exposition has provided a list of acceptable college majors (Page 4). Youth participation in C.E.P.’s 4-H and Youth Development events have preference. Applicant eligibility: United States Citizen – scholar will be required to... Read More →

The Texas 4-H Livestock and Equine Ambassador Programs are coming off another stellar year. In 2019, we were excited to host a Livestock Ambassador Short Course in partnership with Texas A&M Kingsville. The program was an unquestioned success and we are going back in 2020! The Equine Ambassador Program also plowed new ground by moving the short course to Texas A&M University – a move that was very well received. In late July, 25 Ambassadors boarded a plane in Dallas headed for the west coast. We traveled to... Read More →

It’s that time of year again to start horse project validations.  Validation will open on 4-H Connect March 1st.  For a validation how-to video click here: https://youtu.be/DSBB1T289eE The cost of horse validation is as follows: March 1st – April 15th $10/horse April 16th – May 1st $20/horse Late Validation May 2nd – May 5th $250/horse No validations will be accepted by 4-H connect after May 5th for any reason. Please encourage your families to validate early. Instructions

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: Visit www.texas4hwaterambassadors.com to download application instructions 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... Read More →

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