Colleagues,
As we wrap up yet another productive year, I wanted to pause and celebrate you. Your dedication, your perseverance and your commitment to serve all Texans is apparent in everything that you do.
You exceeded our performance measures in all areas during the fiscal year of 2021, and I cannot wait for you to continue your success. With many thanks to you, the AgriLife Extension family remains stronger than ever as we enter a new year.
Thank you for your service to this agency and to Texas. I hope you spend your holiday break relaxing and enjoying your time with friends and family. From my family to yours, happy holidays!
Many regards,
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Howdy,
These past few weeks, walking alongside Dr. Hyde and the rest of the Extension Leadership Team, has been a wonderful experience. Every new person that I meet and every conversation that I hold teaches me something new about this agency.
As I mentioned last month, I have been meeting with various stakeholders, both internal and external. Most recently, I have visited with various commodity groups, which has been insightful. To date, I have heard nothing but inspiring things about the work this agency does every day. What you do matters, and it cannot be more apparent after listening to these important stakeholders.
I wish you and your loved ones a restful break full of camaraderie, great food and holiday cheer. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out.
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Strategic Plan Update: Fall 2021 |
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The Coordinated Program Areas (CPA) Pilot Continues
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Happening Now: Master plans under review
Although we may call the pilot process “complete,” we recognize there is still a great amount of work left to do to carry out each of the program area's master plan. That includes the developing new and/or updating of existing educational resources, conducting professional development training and, of course, implementing and evaluating programs. More to come in 2022!
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Looking Ahead: Evaluation of the Pilot Process
Everyone included in the seven CPAs should have received an online survey for providing pilot process feedback. The survey will remain open through the end of the day Monday, December 20. This feedback will be valuable as we firm up implementation plans for 2022.
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Join us virtually on January 28 at 2:00 p.m. CST for a live streaming premiere of the Superior Service Awards.
Stay tuned for a calendar invite to hit your inbox after the start of the new year!
And speaking of recognitions...
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WE WANT YOU!
... to tell us how your colleagues
are making a difference in their communities!
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Do you know a colleague who goes excels in their role? Do you know an agent or specialist who embodies the AgriLife's Extension's spirit of service?
Or, do you want to share your own story of AgriLife Extension's impact on your community? If so, we want to hear from you!
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The next Discover Extension, will take place in College Station on January 10-13, 2022. This statewide new employee orientation is an important way we connect
with our new Extension family members to ensure they have the resources needed to be successful in their new roles.
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2022 New Employee Orientations dates
March 1- 4
May 31- June 3
August 29 - September 1
November 1- 4
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For a limited time and shipped to you |
Start the new year looking sharp in AgriLife Extension-branded logo wear! The CC Creations online store has updated their selections, so check out the merchandise options before the online store closes on December 26, 2021. Orders will be fulfilled and available the week of January 17, 2022.
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NOTE: If making a department-paid expense, DO NOT ORDER ONLINE, but contact CC Creations Customer Service Department at 979-693-9664. Please state that you are ordering with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.
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The wild web is getting tamed...
one department at a time.
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The program-planning season is here! Make sure you keep your marketing strategist in the know so they can help you maximize your promotional efforts for next year's big events.
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Pro tip: The more time the marketing strategists have, the better they can help. (Example: Two-week minimum advance notice is needed for AgriLife Today coverage of events!)
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A professional service update was sent November 19 that announcing that the transition of the event registration support staff will join the AgriLife Digital Education unit.
The existing Event Registration System, supported by conference services, is anticipated to transition to a new system in Spring 2022.
This migration and transition of the current system to the idloom platform will allow for:
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Better alignment for strategic platform management and support |
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Consolidation of services for internal clients and external customers |
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Configuration of future client engagement and support |
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Looking to boost your tech knowledge over the holiday break? Check out AgriLife IT’s resources on a wide variety of topics! AIT has worked diligently to provide resources as soon as possible on all things related to technology in AgriLife. |
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We have:
- articles
- videos
- step by step instructions
- helpful screenshots
on everything from email, antivirus, cybersecurity, your Microsoft Office suite, to checklists for new employees, resources specifically created for working from home and information on each service offered through AIT.
Did you know you can manage most of your own IT Services?
Click here to learn more!
Is there something you would like to see added to the AIT site?
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AgriLife Learn online courses are here for Texans, and they can also be valuable educational supplements to your in-person programs. Check out the latest offerings, developed by your colleagues! |
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This AgriLife Learn course targets new landowners, those who are inheriting land, or those who are looking to start a new agricultural operation on an existing ranch. This course is taught as an online school where participants will work towards developing a business plan with plenty of support from professionals in different fields.
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'Tis the season for breeders to make plans for next years foal crop! The Equine Reproductive Management Short Course helps horse managers and breeders learn the most efficient methods for ensuring the success of their breeding programs.
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