National ESP Hosts Webinars the last Tuesday of the month at 1pm ET

Visit the ESP website to register for the webinars. https://espnational.org/Webinars

MAY 25, 1:00 PM ET: Innovative Methods to Evaluate Higher Learning by Youth
Presented by: Cindy Kinder, Theta Chapter, Idaho
New evaluation methods show Extension programs have impact on higher levels of learning. Presenters will explain evaluation methods of Group Mapping and TAPPS Video Methods including how to structure programs to facilitate participants ability to apply knowledge learned.

JUNE 29, 1:00 PM ET: Health Insurance Options for Farmers and Small Businesses
Presented by: Jesse Ketterman, Tau Chapter, Maryland
With high costs of health care and the negative impacts of COVID-19 with some farmers losing off-farm employment, farmers and small business owners struggle to identify reasonably cost health insurance. This workshop discusses various options and explores considerations when purchasing insurance.

JULY 27, 1:00 PM ET: Smoking and Grilling Foods
Presented by: Surine Greenway, Theta Chapter, Idaho
A cross-discipline, hands-on “Smoking and Grilling Foods” workshop was developed and implemented in Idaho. Co-taught by Family & Consumer Sciences and Agriculture Extension Educators, this two-part workshop focuses on meat science and selection, keeping food safe, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) meat quality grades, and cooking methods.

AUGUST 31, 1:00 PM ET: Impacting Food Insecurity: Extension’s ‘Grow & Give’ Modern Victory Garden work
Presented by: Katie Dunker, Zeta Chapter, Colorado
CSU’s Grow & Give project sets the tone for what tangible impact looks like through a statewide initiative. Learn how you can:
• Impact food insecurity by engaging the public and volunteers
• Improve resources & access for growing food
• Establish new partnerships that will last beyond the pandemic

SEPTEMBER 28, 1:00 PM ET: Conflict and You: How to Deal with It!
Presented by: Jamie Morris, Tau Chapter, Maryland
Conflict is natural in almost all interpersonal relationships, but the ability to manage oneself or the conflict is not. Learning how to recognize a conflict and our conflict signals as they arise can help individuals to choose constructive responses that can leads toward de-escalation and potentially a more positive outcome.

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