The story of the Extension Education Club Program in Texas began many years ago. Although the program has undergone several name changes since the first club was organized, the main purpose for its existence has remained the same - continuing education. Edna Westbrook Trigg was appointed as the first Texas home demonstration agent. First, she worked with farm girls and later with their mothers, te
aching them how to grow, prepare, and can tomatoes. By 1914 and 1915, Tomato Clubs were organized in most counties in the United States so rural women could meet and learn skills to improve the family and community in which they lived. In 1926, Mildred Horton, State Home Demonstration Agent, encouraged the home demonstration club women to organize into the Texas Home Demonstration Association. The organizational meeting was held at the time of the A&M College Shortcourse at College Station. These early club women had two primary reasons for organizing: 1) they wanted to help a deserving 4-H club girl by giving her financial assistance for a college education; and 2) they wanted to learn the principles of parliamentary procedure so that they could preside over their meetings at the shortcourse. Although the clubs were formed to help women and young girls, The Texas A&M AgriLIFE Extension Service, Cooperative Extension Program, and TEEA serves people of all ages regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, political beliefs, and marital or family status. We welcome you to join and be a part of a wonderful famly oriented organization. TEEA CREED:
We believe in the sanctity of the home,
We believe in the home as the place where love, faith, trust, and devotion must be lived each day, where obedience and reverence grow, and where God is known. We believe those within its walls should be taught to work, to play, and to have compassion for those less fortunate. We believe sharing responsibilities is necessary and that from the fireside will come the citizens who will uphold the best ways of life. Almanrode,
Former President, November 1950
TEEA Vision
We envision the Texas Extension Education Association, Inc. as Texas' most effective volunteer organization for supporting families through life-long learning opportunities. We will strive through education to improve family and community life for all families, reaching across ethnic, age, cultural lines and including those with disabilities. TEEA will be the catalyst for leadership development of its members, and community service activities will be the medium for the expression of charitable interests and community enrichment. Opportunities for individual growth and development will be supported by TEEA for adults and 4-H youth to help them reach their full potential through educational pursuits. We will strengthen communication among TEEA members, with other Extension clientele, and related community organizations that share common goals. We will cooperate with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service to strengthen, develop, and extend adult education that improves the quality of life for Texas families and communities. Written by 1993-1994 Board of Directors
Former President, Charlotte Watson
Revised 2008
