Healthy Texas Youth Ambassador Information
22 Mar by Wood, Barbara
This program is designed for high school age youth who have a passion for health and wellness. Youth will be trained at the local & regional level to become youth health experts who can motivate others to make changes in their lifestyle and improve overall health. More importantly, ambassadors will assist local county extension agents with program efforts, project activities, and much more!
WHO CAN JOIN? Membership is open to all youth entering at least 9th grade. Ambassadorship is a 12-month commitment, beginning June 2025 to May 2026.
Timeline:
February 1 – April 1, 2025 – Online application available
April 1, 2025 – Deadline for completion of online applications
May 1, 2025 – State Coordinator will notify youth of acceptance
June 1-2, 2025 – State-wide Healthy Texas Youth Ambassador Summit to train ambassadors.
1st and 2nd year Ambassadors MUST attend a State-wide Healthy Texas Youth Ambassador Summit to continue in the program. 3rd and 4th year Ambassadors are excused from the Summit unless otherwise required by their AgriLife Extension Agent.
WHO CAN JOIN? Membership is open to all youth entering at least 9th grade. Ambassadorship is a 12-month commitment, beginning June 2025 to May 2026.
Timeline:
February 1 – April 1, 2025 – Online application available
April 1, 2025 – Deadline for completion of online applications
May 1, 2025 – State Coordinator will notify youth of acceptance
June 1-2, 2025 – State-wide Healthy Texas Youth Ambassador Summit to train ambassadors.
1st and 2nd year Ambassadors MUST attend a State-wide Healthy Texas Youth Ambassador Summit to continue in the program. 3rd and 4th year Ambassadors are excused from the Summit unless otherwise required by their AgriLife Extension Agent.
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