USDA Encourages Students as They Return to School with Resources and Support

USDA Celebrates Students as They Return to School
Posted by Lindsey Abentroth, Youth Coordinator, Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement in
Equity
Initiatives

Sep 13, 2024

A teacher and students in a classroom

Summer break flew by, and students are back in classrooms. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) cheers them on every step of the way.

The USDA Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement (OPPE) connects communities with USDA educational resources, empowering K-12 and college students.

USDA’s Agriculture in the Classroom Program boosts agricultural literacy for over 60,000 teachers and nearly 5 million students. The 4-H program develops leadership in youth, while AgDiscovery introduces teens to careers in agricultural sciences.

USDA provides numerous scholarships and internships, such as the Pathways Program, for high-school, undergraduate, and graduate students.

OPPE’s dedicated staff connect communities with USDA resources. Ruby De La Garza (University of Texas – Rio Grande Valley) advises students to network for mentorship and career opportunities by attending events and joining organizations.

Willette Squire, OPPE executive assistant, encourages students to set realistic goals and stay positive amid challenges.

USDA collaborates with student organizations to exceed youth potential in agriculture, science, nutrition, and more. Learn more at www.usda.gov/youth.

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