To help students put together the pieces of the leadership puzzle, Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) launched three new summer programs and updated one program through what is now called the Student Success Series.

“Our students are our future, and we can help them put together the pieces that make up a successful leader through our Student Success Series,” Mia Balko, TFB director of Youth Outreach, said. “Students will learn more about themselves, grow leadership skills, develop a better understanding of advocacy and learn more about Farm Bureau.”

The Student Success Series features both in-person and virtual experiences. The programs are open to students in eighth grade through seniors in high school.

Jumpstart
Students entering eighth grade in August 2021 are eligible to participate in the Jumpstart virtual program.

Students participating in this program become familiar with TFB, learn information about Texas agriculture, hear from students who previously participated in TFB’s youth programs and become familiar with basic leadership skills.

Modules for this free event will be available June 1-30.

Activate
Students entering their freshmen year in August 2021 are eligible to participate in the Activate virtual experience.

Participants will be challenged to create a plan for leaving a legacy, explore career opportunities and be engaged in personal and professional etiquette. A TFB virtual scavenger hunt also will be part of the activities.

Modules for the free event will be available June 1-30.

Engage
Students who will be sophomores in August 2021 are eligible for the Engage experience. This face-to-face event will take place in each of the 13 TFB districts this summer. Specific information on dates and locations will be made available on the Student Success Series web page.

Students participating in this program will continue to learn more about TFB, become familiar with entrepreneurship by engaging community leaders in discussions and learn the importance of social media and how to have an engaging presence. Other activities include learning about Texas and its rich history.

This event will have a $100 registration fee that will be covered by the county Farm Bureau.

Students who complete the Engage conference will be eligible for a new presentation-style contest and its associated scholarships.

Thrive
Formerly known as the Youth Leadership Conference, Thrive is for students who will be juniors or seniors in August 2021.

In this virtual event, students will dive into public speaking, the free enterprise system and the Constitution. They will hear from a motivational speaker on leadership topics and learn more about using reputable sources for advocacy efforts on social media.

Students will also participate in a virtual TFB scavenger hunt.

Modules for this free event will be available July 1-31.

Students who complete the Thrive conference will have taken the first qualifying step to participate in the Free Enterprise Speech Contest and be eligible for its associated scholarships.

Additional Details
Registration for the Student Success Series programs closes May 21.

All students will be eligible for prizes for completing the modules, which will be hosted via Google classroom for the virtual experiences.

For more information and to register for the Student Success Series, visit texasfarmbureau.org/student-success-series.