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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator Kara Spangler earns Texas Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals awards.
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August 13, 2025
AgriLife Extension program coordinator earns honors for 4-H program excellence
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 4-H Bandera County Youth Program Coordinator Kara Spangler was recently honored during the Texas Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals conference, earning specialty awards for Citizenship in 4-H Youth Development and Excellence in Healthy Living Programming. The event was held in Amarillo.
Spangler leads a Washington, D.C., Citizenship Trip to provide 4-H members with an immersive educational experience to enhance their understanding of U.S. history, government and civic responsibility. Through visits to historical landmarks, government institutions and interactive exhibits, participants gain firsthand knowledge of the legislative process, leadership principles and the impact of policies on their communities. The trip also encourages youth to engage in discussions with elected officials, explore key moments in American history, and reflect on the responsibilities of active citizenship.
Spangler was also recognized for bringing together local safety professionals and community organizations during the Bandera County Third Grade Safety Day, an annual educational event designed to equip young students with essential safety knowledge and skills through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 4-H youth development county agents and 4-H program coordinators from across the state gather for the annual state conference, which fosters the exchange of youth program ideas, methods and techniques and allows those who excel to be recognized with awards.
Spangler leads a Washington, D.C., Citizenship Trip to provide 4-H members with an immersive educational experience to enhance their understanding of U.S. history, government and civic responsibility. Through visits to historical landmarks, government institutions and interactive exhibits, participants gain firsthand knowledge of the legislative process, leadership principles and the impact of policies on their communities. The trip also encourages youth to engage in discussions with elected officials, explore key moments in American history, and reflect on the responsibilities of active citizenship.
Spangler was also recognized for bringing together local safety professionals and community organizations during the Bandera County Third Grade Safety Day, an annual educational event designed to equip young students with essential safety knowledge and skills through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 4-H youth development county agents and 4-H program coordinators from across the state gather for the annual state conference, which fosters the exchange of youth program ideas, methods and techniques and allows those who excel to be recognized with awards.