District 11 4-H and Youth
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Perserving Your Harvest Canning Series

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Castro County is hosting an online Preserving Your Harvest Canning Class Series.

Registration is through Eventbrite and the cost will be $15.

This 3 part series will cover:

Aug 4 – Introduction and Equipment

Aug 6 – Water Bath Canning Basics -including jellies pickles and salsa

Aug 11 – Pressure Canning Basics -including vegetables

Here is the link to register:

https://preservingyourharvestonline.eventbrite.com

This information can also be found on the event flyer.

Additional information:  Once registered, a link will be sent for the event each day.

 

August 2020 News Release

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Breakfast: A Great Way to Power Up Your School Day

Corpus Christ, TX – Regardless of the arrangements for the upcoming school year some things will stay the same. Making sure students eat a healthy breakfast, either at home or school will always be important. Amy Valdez, Extension Program Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, shares that “A healthy breakfast can help optimize learning, help children maintain a healthy weight and  include foods such as fruits, vegetables, and protein that contain immune supporting nutrients!”

A healthy breakfast should include, but is not limited to, the following components:

  • Whole grains such as oats, whole wheat bread, or quinoa
  • Lean protein such as eggs or turkey sausage
  • Fruit or vegetables such as berries, bananas, broccoli, or spinach

These breakfast components assist our bodies with day to day bodily functions. Whole grains give us energy and fiber. Protein helps to keep us fuller longer, and fruit and vegetables provide us with vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber. Valdez adds, “this combination of food is going to make sure you stay satisfied throughout the day and will keep you energized and focused.”

To make breakfast quick and easy, Valdez recommends trying out these ideas below:

  • Plan it out! – Planning is key when it comes to breakfast. Create a menu of breakfast options for the week. When shopping, stick to these foods to help reduce the chance of choosing unhealthy options and to save you time and money.
  • Prepare the night before – If time is limited in the morning, we tend to choose the first foods we see, which may not always be the healthiest. This can be avoided by either preparing the entire week’s meals or simply prepare portions of your breakfast to save you time.
  • Visit Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s Dinner Tonight program- Dinner Tonight offers delicious and budget-friendly recipes that your family is sure to love! Dinner Tonight has various healthy breakfast options such as their Greek Yogurt Banana and Blueberry Pancakes or Breakfast Burrito which are great and include whole grains, protein, and fruits or vegetables. To learn more about the recipes, visit https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu

For more on eating a healthy breakfast or additional nutrition information contact your county extension agent.

Virtual Texas 4-H Congress

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Are you interested in our Texas Government? Would you like to learn from a Texas Congressional member, a Lobbyist, and a Governmental Staffer?  Join the Virtual Texas 4-H Congress on Facebook Live Monday July 13th, Tuesday July 14th, and Wednesday July 15th at 10 AM on the Texas 4-H Facebook Page for live interviews with leaders in our Texas government as mentioned above.  And if you have any questions for someone who works in our Texas government, you can submit those questions and they will actually be asked in the live Interviews.

Then, join the Virtual Texas 4-H Congress on Zoom at 10:45 AM Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday to learn more about Texas 4-H Congress and allow youth to discuss submitted bills as if they were the 2020 Texas 4-H Congress Governor. The Zoom session will be led by Texas 4-H Council members and 4-H faculty.

Participation is NOT limited to 4-H members.  Both the Facebook live interviews and Zoom sessions are open to youth and adults of all ages.

Keep a watch on social media later this week for the announcement of who will be interviewed.

Submit questions and register for the sessions at https://forms.gle/ufJhqV21HiiBY9xN8

The Zoom session links will be sent to registrants on the mornings of July 13, 14, and 15.

 

Texas 4-H STEM Ambassador Applications

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Online applications for the 2020-2021 Texas 4-H STEM Ambassador team will be open July 1 through July 31.

Application link:  https://texas4-hyouthdevelopment.submittable.com/submit  The application will activate on July 1.  Applicants will need to create a simple profile on Submittable in order to complete the application.

Find out more about the Texas 4-H STEM Ambassadors here.

Mission

As STEM Ambassadors, our mission is to educate communities about science, technology, engineering, and math opportunities; both inside and outside of 4-H, while learning essential skills in STEM, communication, and teamwork.

Eligibility for New Members

Individuals must:

  • Be in at least the 9th grade
  • Be an active 4-H member or 4-H Adult volunteer for the 2019-2020 year, a former Tech Team member now in college, or Extension employee
  • Complete and submit application by July 31, 2019
  • Have a willingness to learn about STEM
  • Be willing to work collaboratively on a team with other youth and adults
  • Be responsive and engaged in team communications
  • Share knowledge and skills with others
  • Not serving on the 2020-21 Texas 4-H Council

To Apply

Individuals must complete the online application, which includes the following sections:

  • Overview and Expectations
  • Personal Information
  • Technology Access & Communication
  • Leadership and Teamwork
  • Experience and Future Areas of Interest
  • Technology Experience Essay
  • Personal Video Narrative*
  • Letters of Recommendation**
  • Acknowledgement and Agreement

* Youth applicants will need to record a personal 2-3 minute video reflecting “who you are and what you do”. The video must be uploaded on Submittable or published to YouTube and the link shared on the application.

** Youth applicants will need to secure two letters as part of the application.

Timeline

July 1 – Applications open

July 31 – Applications close (no extensions or exceptions will be made)

August 1-29 – Submitted applications will be reviewed

August 30 – Applicants will be notified of acceptance

October 9-11 – Required training for new and returning members (dependent upon COVID-19 guidelines)

April 16-18 – Required training (dependent upon COVID-19 guidelines)

 

PEER High School and Middle School One Health Summer Learning Experience

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PEER is a student outreach group with the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine. They will be hosting an online Summer Learning Experience on the concept of One Health and its importance in veterinary medicine. They will also include advice for getting into veterinary school, as well as a virtual tour of the TAMU Vet School Complex. This summer learning experience will be taught by current veterinary students under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Who: Your high school or middle school student! 
What: A FUN, interactive, scientific learning experience about Human, Animal, & Environmental Health.  
When:  High School One Health: Monday and Tuesday mornings at 11:30am-12:30pm from July 13th to July 27th.  
             Middle School One Health: Monday and Tuesday mornings at 10:00-11:00am from July 6th to July 20th. 
How: Virtually through an online platform with restricted access for your student’s protection.  

Why: To gain KNOWLEDGE of One Health and veterinary medicine while earning PRIZES based on points gained from participation in this fun and interactive educational experience.   

Where: Fill out the form to sign up for this course! 

          High School One Health: https://forms.gle/EHhJuX4P4TeTEtGy6 

          Middle School One Health: https://forms.gle/vMsed3rHb5Y4LAWP8 

D11 Lock-down Leadership Virtual Youth Training

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Come join us for Lock-down Leadership: A Virtual Youth Leadership Experience, hosted by District 11 4-H.  This training event will be held July 28-29, 2020.  If you would like to participate, please register by July 27, 2020 by filling out the following form:  https://formbys.gle/vWqqp3Fw8KEBhbvcA

A teams link will be sent out 24 hours prior to the start of the event.

Check out the event flyer for additional information.

Texas 4-H Shooting Sports Applications

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The Texas 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassador applications will be up on 4-H Connect beginning Tuesday June 16, 2020.  All applicants must read the Basic requirements and expectations before they apply.  That document can be found here.  It is also posted on the Texas 4-H Shooting Sports webpage under “Resources” then click the link “2020-2021 Ambassador Program Basic Requirements and Expectations”.

The link to the Texas 4-H Shooting Sports webpage is: https://texas4-h.tamu.edu/projects/shooting-sports/