Each year, to celebrate Ag Day, Capital Farm Credit holds a contest for high school aged 4-H and FFA in Texas.  Students create a 30 second video to tell us “What Agriculture Means to Me” and uploads the video link to enter.  Winners are determined by online voting.  The video that receives the most online votes wins that high school student a scholarship, and their 4-H or FFA Chapter will also receive a donation.

• • First Place Student: $2,500 & their chapter receives $1,500
  • Second Place Student: $1,500 & their chapter receives $1,000
  • Third Place Student: $1,000 & their chapter receives $500
  • Corporate Selection: $1,000 & their chapter receives $500 (This is a new category this year. There will be a panel of judges to identify a video based on effectiveness of message and quality of video.)

Students can begin creating their video at any time, but they will not be able to upload or start receiving votes until February 1, 2018.  The contest ends on Ag Day, March 20, 2018. Stay tuned for a link to upload videos.

In 2018, Capital Farm Credit is unveiling a brand new Community Outreach Grant Program.  The program is designed to provide grants to Texas FFA chapters and 4-H clubs that have developed a project to better their community. The grant will range from $500-$1000; dependent on the proposed budget of the chapter. Funds will be awarded to assist club and chapter members in bringing positive change by establishing projects that make local communities better places to live.  Each proposal will be reviewed and scored by a grant review team.

The applications for Community Outreach Grants are available here, and the deadline for applications is March 1, 2018. All applications should be emailed to grants@capitalfarmcredit.com.   FFA Chapters or 4-H Clubs will be notified no later than April 1 if they’ve been awarded a grant.

If you have questions regarding this grant program please contact grants@capitalfarmcredit.com

 

District 11 4-H is pleased to announce our 2018 Spring Spectacular! Contests included are Fashion Show, Fashion Storyboard, Duds to Dazzle, Educational Presentations, Public Speaking, Share-the Fun, Quiz Bowls (Beef, Horse & Nutrition), Consumer Decision Making, Leaders 4 Life Skill-A-Thon, Ag Product ID and Discover Scientific Method Research Poster Contest. This event will be held on April 6-7, 2018 at the Victoria College Emerging Technology Complex in Victoria, Texas. Details and entry forms can be found on the event website: https://d114-h.tamu.edu/district-11-4-h-spring-spectacular/. Please contact your County Extension Office for information regarding their county level qualifying contests.

The cost to register includes a one time contest management fee of $15 per individual (includes either a t-shirt or souvenir) and a $5 registration fee per contest. Registration opens on February 15, 2018 and must be completed on 4-H Connect. Deadline to register is March 16, 2018 with late registration being March 17-30 for an additional $25.

 

 

District 11 4-H is proud to host a Texas 4-H Opportunity Scholarship Training on December 7, 2017 at 6:30 pm at https://agrilife-tamu.webex.com/meet/Meredith.Miller.

The training will cover the 2018 application, the application process, and major changes for 2018.

The Texas 4-H opportunity scholarship is open to graduating seniors, however, its never to early to start planning and familiarizing yourself with the process!

Registration is now open for the 2017 D11 Archery Match to be held on December 14 & 16, 2017 at Straight Arrow Archery in Victoria. All youth are required to register on 4-H Connect.

Regular registration is open now through December 1, 2017 for $20 per youth. Late registration is December 2-8, 2017 for an additional $25. For more information visit: D11 Archery.

The Texas 4-H and Youth Development Program and the Texas 4-H Youth Development Foundation is once again pleased to offer to our senior high school 4-H members and current college students the opportunity to apply for an Opportunity Scholarship through the Texas 4-H Youth Development Foundation.  This year Texas 4-H members can apply for scholarships in three areas, baccalaureate, courageous heart, and technical. Former Texas 4-H members will be able to apply for scholarships through the collegiate scholarship program.  All applications and support materials are attached to this email.  Additionally, all information can be downloaded from the Texas 4-H website at:  texas4-h.tamu.edu

Changes for the 2018 Texas 4-H Opportunity Scholarship Process

• Texas 4-H will continue to accept both the old and new versions of SAT scores for the 2018 application process.
• Applicants must work directly with their school administrators to ensure they have quartile ranking for their application. A quartile ranking is required to be considered for a Texas 4-H Opportunity Scholarship.
• Scholarship Interviews will be conducted in College Station in May, 2018.
• Dr. Toby Lepley will resume leadership as Scholarship Coordinator for 2018.  Please direct all questions directly to Dr. Lepley or your District 4-H Specialists.

The application and the instructions are separate documents for easier completion and direction.  The application form is being offered in Microsoft Word edition.

Due to a continued increase in incomplete and the incorrect completion of the scholarship applications from applicants, any incomplete or incorrect application submitted will not be considered.  It is the responsibility of the 4-H member and parent/guardian to ensure all information is correct and complete prior to submitting.  Absolutely no follow up or updates will be allowed once submitted.

Due dates and deadlines for 2018 Scholarship process are as follows:

November, 2017                                 Release of 2018 Application

November – January                          Scholarship Trainings

October                                                 Applicant can start completing FAFSA and receive report

Set by County Office                           Application due to County Office

February 2, 2018                                 Applications due to District Office

February 16, 2018                              Applications due to State 4-H Office

April 13, 2018                                      Interview selection notification

May 4-6, 2018                                     Interviews in College Station, Texas

June 12, 13, &/or 14, 2018               Awards Assemblies/Banquets (College Station, TX)

Requirements for the Baccalaureate, Technical, and Courageous Heart Scholarships

All applications MUST meet the minimum requirements/criteria to even be considered for judging (see guidelines for complete details).  Those applications not meeting the requirements should not be submitted to the county Extension Office and/or Agent.

Trainings

The Texas A&M Collegiate 4-H Club will be hosting a face-to-face training in College Station on the campus of Texas A&M University on Saturday, November 18^th from 9 am to 3 pm.  Registration is $20.00 per person and sign up can be completed on 4-H CONNECT until November 15^th.  For other trainings check with your District 4-H Specialist to see about any district based training(s) might be held in your area.

 

The Coastal Bend Classic Committee is pleased to announce the 2017 Coastal Bend Classic. This year’s event will include clinics and shows for steers, heifers, goats and lambs. A clinic will be provided for swine participants. This year’s speakers include Dave Guyer for beef, Dale Hummel for goats, Matt Kenedy for lambs, and Leo Canales for swine. Judge for goats will be Drew Gonzales.

Registration fee is $25 per youth before November 17, 2017. After November 17, the registration fee will be $30. Registration fees must be paid to complete registration. Payment will be accepted by credit card, check or cash. Mail payment to District 11 4-H c/o Meredith Miller, 10345 Hwy 44, Corpus Christi, TX 78406. To pay with credit card (convenience fee of $2 will be added per registration), please call 361-265-9203.

 

Registration and more information can be found here: http://d114-h.tamu.edu/events-and-contests/coastal-bend-classic/

If you have any questions, please call Meredith Miller at 361-265-9203.

We look forward to seeing you at the Coastal Bend Classic on December 2, 2017!!!