Texas students put together the pieces that make up a successful leader through the Student Success Series. Students in 8th through 12th grade can learn more about leadership and networking and grow confidence and personal professionalism.

For questions, email youthactivities@txfb.org or call 254.399.5037.

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Jumpstart

Any student entering 8th grade in August 2025 is eligible to participate. Students will:

  • Become familiar with Texas Farm Bureau
  • Discover and explore unique careers in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster
  • Develop leadership skills through interactive, hand-on opportunities
  • Network with peers from across the state

Registration is open for the 2025 Jumpstart events.

Students only need to attend one of the following events: 

Event 1 – Tyler – Monday, August 11
Tyler Rose Garden Center
420 Rose Park Dr.
Tyler, TX 75702
Individual In-Person Registration
Educator In-Person Registration
Virtual Registration – Individuals Only, No Educator Registration for Virtual Option
Registration Deadline – Monday, July 28, at 11:59 p.m.

Event 2 – San Antonio – Saturday, August 23
San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Grounds
723 Frost Bank Center Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78219
Individual In-Person Registration
Educator In-Person Registration
Virtual Registration – Individuals Only, No Educator Registration for Virtual Option
Registration Deadline – Friday, August 8, at 11:59 p.m.

Event 3 – Abilene – Thursday, September 11
The Grace Museum
102 Cypress St.
Abilene, TX 79061
Individual In-Person Registration
Educator In-Person Registration
Virtual Registration – Individuals Only, No Educator Registration for Virtual Option
Registration Deadline – Thursday, August 28, at 11:59 p.m.

Event 4 – Lubbock – Monday, September 15
National Ranching Heritage Center
3121 4th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409
Individual In-Person Registration
Educator In-Person Registration
Virtual Registration – Individuals Only, No Educator Registration for Virtual Option
Registration Deadline – Tuesday, September 2, at 11:59 p.m.

The virtual opportunities are observation only. No additional materials will be provided, and engagement/feedback during the session is not available.

Tentative Agenda
Consent and Release Form

Jumpstart will transition from an online program to an in-person program in 2025.

Texas Farm Bureau Covid-19 Response and Resources

Activate

Any student entering 9th grade in August 2025 is eligible to participate. Students will:

  • Learn more about Texas Farm Bureau
  • Be challenged to create a plan for leaving a legacy
  • Grow leadership skills through interactive, hands-on opportunities
  • Network with peers from across the state

Registration is open for the 2025 Activate events.

Students only need to attend one of the following events: 

Event 1 – Tyler – Monday, August 11
Tyler Rose Garden Center
420 Rose Park Dr.
Tyler, TX 75702
Individual In-Person Registration
Educator In-Person Registration
Virtual Registration – Individuals Only, No Educator Registration for Virtual Option
Registration Deadline – Monday, July 28, at 11:59 p.m.

Event 2 – San Antonio – Saturday, August 23
San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Grounds
723 Frost Bank Center Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78219
Individual In-Person Registration
Educator In-Person Registration
Virtual Registration – Individuals Only, No Educator Registration for Virtual Option
Registration Deadline – Friday, August 8, at 11:59 p.m.

Event 3 – Abilene – Thursday, September 11
The Grace Museum
102 Cypress St.
Abilene, TX 79061
Individual In-Person Registration
Educator In-Person Registration
Virtual Registration – Individuals Only, No Educator Registration for Virtual Option
Registration Deadline – Thursday, August 28, at 11:59 p.m.

Event 4 – Lubbock – Monday, September 15
National Ranching Heritage Center
3121 4th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409
Individual In-Person Registration
Educator In-Person Registration
Virtual Registration – Individuals Only, No Educator Registration for Virtual Option
Registration Deadline – Tuesday, September 2, at 11:59 p.m.

The virtual opportunities are observation only. No additional materials will be provided, and engagement/feedback during the session is not available.

Tenative Agenda
Consent and Release Form

Activate will transition from an online program to an in-person program in 2025.

Texas Farm Bureau Covid-19 Response and Resources

Engage

Any student entering 10th or 11th grade in August 2025 is eligible to participate. Students will:

  • Learn more about Texas Farm Bureau
  • Engage with community leaders in agriculture and western industries
  • Gain insight into the free enterprise system
  • Learn how to navigate and have an engaging presence on social media and in digital environments
  • Tour a local agricultural operation

2026 Engage registration information will be available early next year.

View this map to see which district your county is in.

Texas Farm Bureau Covid-19 Response and Resources

Thrive

Any student entering 12th grade in August 2025 is eligible to participate. Students will:

  • Grow public speaking and leadership skills
  • Learn more about the free enterprise system
  • Hear from engaging motivational speakers
  • Dive deeper into social media and digital advocacy efforts
  • Develop an understanding of agricultural marketing

Registration is closed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Thrive will be held Aug. 1-3, 2025 at TFB’s Conference and Training Center in Waco.

Thrive participants are responsible for travel and lodging for the event.

This program will be limited to 150 students.