Online applications open Wednesday, February 1 at:

https://healthytexas.tamu.edu/resources/youth-ambassadors/

Application deadline is April 1.  Once applications are received, completed applications will be forwarded to County Extension Agents for final approval into the program.

All returning ambassadors must also reapply and will be eligible to continue in the program pending approval and completion of their required annual hours. Ambassadors must attend the annual training summit. There will be NO virtual or “last chance” summit offered in 2024.

Please see the schedule below, as well as the attached handbook, overview, and marketing flyer for more information or you can contact Dr. Julie Gardner, julie.gardner@ag.tamu.edu or Kelli McPherson, kelli.mcpherson@ag.tamu.edu

HTYA Timeline

• January – March 2024 – Market and recruit for the Healthy Texas Youth Ambassador Program
• February 1 – April 1, 2024 – Online application available
• April 1, 2024 – Deadline for completion of online applications
• April 1-15, 2024 – County Extension Agents review applications & determine selection criteria
• April 15, 2024 – Agents submit roster of selected ambassadors to Julie Gardner
• May 1, 2024 – State Coordinator will notify youth of acceptance
• May 15, 2024 – Deadline for registration for Healthy Texas Youth Ambassador Summit (Estimated cost $100)
• June 2-3, 2024 – State-wide Healthy Texas Youth Ambassador Summit in College Station.

2024 HTYA Handbook

HTYA 2024 Agent Overview

HTYA 2024 Marketing Flyer