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.

Texas Farm Bureau Covid-19 Response and Resources

Jumpstart

Any student entering 8th grade in August 2026 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

June 19 – Waco
Individual In-Person
Educator In-Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes June 5

June 26 – Weatherford
Individual In-Person
Educator In-Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes June 12

July 17 – Katy
Individual In-Person
Educator In-Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes July 3

August 11 – Tyler
Individual In-Person
Educator In-Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes July 28

August 22 – San Antonio
Individual In-Person
Educator In-Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes August 7

August 25 – Abilene
Individual In-Person
Educator In-Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes August 11

September 15 – Lubbock
Individual In-Person
Educator In-Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes September 2

September 16 – Canyon
Individual In-Person
Educator In-Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes September 2

For Educators: An asynchronous, TEKS-aligned, remote learning option is available to Texas educators. Registration is open through July 24. Click here to register.

Jumpstart modules will be available for completion starting Aug. 3, and final reports are due to TFB Youth Outreach by Oct. 30.

Texas Farm Bureau Covid-19 Response and Resources

Activate

Any student entering 9th grade in August 2026 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
June 19 – Waco
Individual In-Person
Educator In Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes June 5

June 26 – Weatherford
Individual In-Person
Educator In Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes June 12

July 17 – Katy
Individual In-Person
Educator In Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes July 3

August 11 – Tyler
Individual In-Person
Educator In Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes July 28

August 22 – San Antonio
Individual In-Person
Educator In Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes August 7

August 25 – Abilene
Individual In-Person
Educator In Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes August 11

September 15 – Lubbock
Individual In-Person
Educator In Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes September 2

September 16 – Canyon
Individual In-Person
Educator In Person
Individual Virtual Observation
Registration closes September 2

For Educators: An asynchronous, TEKS-aligned, remote learning option is available to Texas educators. Registration is open through July 24. Click here to register.

Activate modules will be available for completion starting Aug. 3, and final reports are due to TFB Youth Outreach by Oct. 30.

Texas Farm Bureau Covid-19 Response and Resources

Engage

Any student entering 10th or 11th grade in August 2026 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
D5 Engage – April 1, 2026
Primary Location: The Hanger at Priefert Manufacturing, Gate 8, FM 4000, Mt Pleasant, TX 75455
Tour Location: Mid America Pet Foods, 2024 I-30 Frontage Rd, Mt Pleasant, TX 75455
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes March 18

D4 Engage – April 2, 2026
Primary & Tour Location: Rough Rider Stadium Frisco
7300 Rough Riders Trl, Frisco, TX 75034
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes March 18

D3 Engage – May 1, 2026
Primary & Tour Location: Midwestern State University – Clark Student Center 3410 Taft Blvd. Wichita Falls TX 76308
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes April 17

D13 Engage – May 4, 2026
Primary & Tour Location: Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Center – 1730 West Corral Ave. Kingsville, TX 78363
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes April 20

D12 Engage – May 5, 2026
Primary & Tour Location: Big Red Barn, 250 Cordova Rd, Seguin, TX
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes April 20

D10 Engage – May 6, 2026
Primary Location: Gillespie County Farm Bureau Office, 237 Equestrian Dr., Fredericksburg, TX
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes April 20

D9 Engage – May 7, 2026
Primary Location: Texas Forestry Association, 1903 Atkinson Dr, Lufkin, TX 75901
Tour Location: West Fraser Angelina Lumber Mill, 3935 FM326, Lufkin, TX 75901
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes April 20

D11 Engage – May 12, 2026
Primary & Tour Location: Long Acres Ranch Rosenberg – 2335 Richmond Pkwy Richmond, TX 77469
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes April 28

D1 Engage – May 22, 2026
Primary & Tour Location: WTAMU Ag Sciences Center 2513-2579 4th Ave. Canyon, TX 79016
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes May 4

D2 Engage – May 26, 2026
Primary & Tour Location: FiberMax Center For Discovery 1121 Canyon Lake Dr. Lubbock, TX 79403
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes May 4

D6 Engage – May 27, 2026
Primary Location: Tom Green 4-H Center, 3168 US-67, San Angelo TX 76905
Tour Location: Hudson Livestock Supplements, 8150 Thompson Rd., Miles TX 76861
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes May 4

D7 Engage – May 28, 2026
Primary & Tour Location: Spark Science Center/Heritage Event Center – 1699 South First Street Abilene, TX 79602
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes May 4

D8 Engage – May 29, 2026
Primary & Tour Location: TSTC Waco – Electrical/Electronics Center (EEC) – 3801 Campus Drive Waco, TX 76705
Participant Registration
Educator Registration
Registration closes May 4

Texas Farm Bureau Covid-19 Response and Resources

Thrive

Any student entering 12th grade in August 2026 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