District 3 TEEA Conference

Six Wise County Extension Education members represented Wise County at the District 3 TEEA Conference Tuesday, March 31 in Vernon. Those attending were Dixie Range, Bobbie Ashley, Linda Hood, Janice Millican, Feliberto and Rosa Martinez.  Activities included: motivational speakers, silent auctions, and a cultural arts contest. 

The purpose of the cultural arts contest is to establish a broader understanding and awareness of arts and to envision individual growth, inspiration, and enrichment through participation in varied forms of art.  Wise County winners included:  Linda Hood, 1^st place- recycled items; Gerry Galloway, 2^nd place-Garments and Accessories Handmade and 2^nd place-Machine embroidery; Janice Millican, 2^nd place-Holiday Decoration; and Marilynn Collins, 2^nd place-Wall Hanging . 

The mission of the Texas Extension Education Association is to work with Texas AgriLife Extension Service to strengthen and enrich families through educational programs, leadership development and community service. Membership is open to adult Wise County residents regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, religion, disability, or nationality. An Extension Education club is established in the Greenwood community.  You are encouraged to visit their club meeting on the 4^th Friday of the month at 11:00 am at the Greenwood Fire Hall.

For more information on the Texas Extension Education Association, call the Extension office at 627-3341.