Progress 02/15/24 to 02/14/25
Outputs
Target Audience:Our research addresses the need for targeted initiatives to engage and empoweryouth to pursue agricultural careers. Focused on workforce development, this effort recognizes the strengths and potential contributions of the youthcommunity to the agricultural landscape. The Juntos/Together program is open to all youth and families and, as a bilingual program, has a history of serving first-generation and low-income Latino families. This project serves students in 9th-12th grade and their families through family engagement, 4-H clubs, academic success coaching, and summer programming. During this reportingperiod, 11th and 12th-grade students engagedin the new career pathways component, allowing the program to serve students through their post-secondary journey's first and second years.This project, aligned with AFRI priorities, emerges as an initiative to address this disparity, bridge the service gap, and create pathways that maximize opportunities for those residing in regions where the economy is predominantly fueled by agricultural production. The National Juntos Consortium (NJC) and Career Pathways initiative aims to introduce a scalable and replicable community-driven program that champions STEM/Ag sciences equity. Rooted in a holistic, cross-agency approach, this initiative seeks to transform the lives of the youthcommunity by providing access to resources, knowledge, and skills. This transformative project aims to increase a community rich in talent and resilience into a STEM Ag-rich workforce where their unique perspectives and diverse experiences are valued and crucial. Changes/Problems:Although the timeline and scope remained unchanged, post-secondary students were served a year earlier than initially planned, which presented challenges in ensuring the small cohort had structured opportunities. The decision to serve this population followed a soft recruitment event in the Spring of 2024, where high school seniors and their families expressed strong interest in participating in Career Pathways during their first year of post-secondary education. In response to this interest, the program was opened to postsecondary students earlier than originally planned. Moving forward, the importance of being more intentional with the resources provided to these students has been recognized. To support their growth and success, the program aims to offer meaningful opportunities such as internships, externships, mentorships, and apprenticeships. These opportunities will ensure that postsecondary participants are fully integrated into the program while gaining valuable real-world experience aligned with their career aspirations. Another challenge encountered was meeting enrollment goals. In North Carolina, the target was 180 students, but 146 students were enrolled, while in Washington, the goal was 90 students, and 76 students were enrolled. When the fifth component of the program was launched, initial traction was slow. However, as students began participating and sharing their experiences through word of mouth, a noticeable increase in interest and engagement was observed. This growth reinforced the value of the program but also highlighted areas where recruitment strategies could be strengthened. Moving forward, it will be essential to reassess recruitment efforts and provide additional staff training to ensure they are confident and well-equipped to engage prospective students. By refining recruitment strategies and empowering the team, the program can continue to expand its reach and impact. What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?In August 2024, Juntos coordinators and staff participated in a comprehensive training session facilitated by the Juntos internal team, the NC-4 H Development team, and the Evaluation team. The purpose of this session was to equip coordinators and staff with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively implement the Career Pathway Companion Guide as part of the program's fifth component. The training was conducted virtually and recorded, with coordinators and staff granted access to the recording, meeting notes, and supplemental materials to support successful implementation. As part of the training, the Evaluation team introduced the Success Coaching Form, designed to track student progress within the Career Pathway component. During the session, coordinators and staff provided feedback, noting a key concern: the Success Coaching Form did not allow space for academic discussions, focusing solely on career pathways. Recognizing the need for broader academic support, the Evaluation team revised the form to include sections for both career pathways and academic feedback, ensuring that coordinators and staff could capture a more comprehensive view of student development. In September 2024, the Juntos Project Manager and Graduate Research Assistant led an orientation for students in North Carolina to introduce the Career Pathway Companion Guide. Washington leadership led a similar session in December 2024. These orientations equipped coordinators with the necessary recordings and supporting documents, ensuring they were fully prepared to implement the guide and support student engagement in both states. In January 2025, Juntos coordinators and staff attended the annual Winter Retreat, where they received training on their respective initiatives. Coordinators of the Juntos YEA program were trained on Level 1, Part 2 of the Career Pathway Companion Guide. Additionally, they participated in a focus group facilitated by the NC-4 H Development team to gather insights on the implementation process. During the focus group, coordinators shared feedback on the program's progress, student responses, challenges, and suggestions for further support from the Development team. How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?The results of this grant have been disseminated to various communities of interest through multiple channels, with a primary focus on fostering collaboration and sharing insights related to career exploration and workforce development for youth. A key dissemination opportunity was participation in the NAE4-H Conference, where the project's Principal Investigators (PI) and Co-Principal Investigators (CoPI) presented on designing a youth-focused workforce development model. The presentation specifically addressed strategies for creating a companion guide to enhance student's understanding of career pathways in agriscience. This session raised awareness about the importance of engaging communities with existing biases around agriculture in STEM education, offering attendees practical frameworks for adaptation in their contexts. In addition to conference presentations, various artifacts have been developed to document and highlight the project's activities and outcomes. These include videos produced by the NC 4-H Development team, which feature faculty and staff in agriculture demonstrating their work. The NC State Juntos team also published articles and videos during the summer academy, highlighting the agriscience experiences available to students. These materials serve as valuable resources for understanding the program's impact and are widely shared with community partners, educators, and stakeholders in North Carolina and Washington. Through these efforts, the grant results are being shared with those directly involved while also contributing to a broader conversation about the role this project plays in supporting students' success in agriscience and STEM fields. What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?During the next reporting period, North Carolina aims to expand access to summer internship opportunities, with the Summer Academy set to grow by 30 additional participants in 2025. The next phase of the Career Pathway component will involve launching a mentorship initiative, where college-level students will mentor high school students in subject areas requiring additional support. This mentorship experience will foster deeper connections between students at different educational stages while providing valuable guidance. Additionally, the 4-H Development team plans to implement Level 1 Part 2 and Level 2 of the curriculum, ensuring continued growth and expansion of the program. Juntos leadership will prepare for the summer academy, which will include five agriscience-based projects, each designed to offer students hands-on, industry-focused learning experiences through field trips to relevant industry sites. In Washington, the focus will remain on strengthening relationships with families and students. The team will meet with families bi-monthly to conduct workshops aimed at enhancing knowledge and skills related to access to higher education and career opportunities. Monthly meetings with Juntos students will be held to engage them in STEM activities and career exploration, supporting their continued involvement in the Career Pathways component. Strengthening partnerships with the Wenatchee School District's CTE staff and Wenatchee Valley College faculty will remain a priority, as will cultivating industry relationships to provide students with further career exposure and opportunities. The team will also ensure regular student check-ins, either monthly or bi-monthly, as they progress through Level 1 of the Career Pathways Guide, offering the necessary support throughout. To further promote engagement, the team will confirm spring events and create promotional materials to communicate upcoming programming, including community service events and family days. A strategy will also be developed to help students successfully complete their Agriculture Workshop science experiments. Additionally, Washington will begin exposing 8th to 10th-grade students to AgriScience Career Pathways, preparing them for future participation in the Career Pathways 5th component. Lastly, a plan will be developed to support graduating seniors, ensuring a smooth transition to post-secondary opportunities as they progress into Career Pathways Level 2. This approach will ensure that students continue receiving the necessary resources and guidance at each stage of the component. The awards process for three new Land Grant Universities participating in the Juntos YEA projects will be finalized, with these universities receiving funding for the remaining three years of the award cycle to support their initiatives. ?
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Under these goals, an additional component and the National Juntos Consortium were launched. This component focuses on workforce development, empowering the next generation with the skills, experience, and connections needed to thrive in agriscience. The mission has been to bridge the gap between education and workforce development by equipping students with hands-on learning, technical training, and direct connections to industry leaders and other professionals. Achieving these goals involved collaboration, innovation, and dedication. Key stages included developing and implementing the 5th component, the inaugural National Juntos Consortium, program evaluation, and staff expansion. All stages worked together to ensure the overall success of the goals. In the spring of 2024, Juntos leadership, NC-4 H Development team, and the Program Evaluation Educational Research (PEER) Group from the Friday Institute at NC State University formed the evaluation team, reviewing plans for Fall 2025. The primary goal was to design a retrospective survey integrating the pre/post survey of Juntos and the S-STEM survey, focusing on assessing cultural responsiveness and student comprehension. Cognitive interviews were conducted in April 2024 with ten Juntos students, revealing a lack of engagement with the term 'STEM AP,' leading to creating the "Caminos a Carreras Career Pathways" component, better aligned with students' interests. Throughout the spring, the NC-4 H Development team designed a Career Pathway Companion Guide, initially intended as an app but pivoted to Google Sites due to resource constraints. The guide was structured into stages, later restructured into 'Levels' based on feedback from Juntos coordinators. The guide, released in August 2024, was reviewed by professionals and focus groups to ensure it met the needs of students at various stages of their educational journey. Before full implementation, students participated in agriscience experiences. In North Carolina, students gained exposure to plant science during the Plant Science Outreach Day at NC State University and deepened their knowledge during a week-long summer program. Beyond technical skills, the program fostered a strong sense of community. The program culminated in a closing ceremony with speeches from the Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and a USDA speaker. Local partnerships further expanded career development opportunities. In Lee County, Central Carolina Community College facilitated paid internships with agriscience industry partners, providing hands-on experience for students. Five students participated in the Roberts Global Agriculture Research Externship, receiving mentorship and research experience. Key materials were translated into Spanish to ensure inclusivity. In Washington, the Juntos program launched Juntos YEA in Skagit County, where students immersed themselves in small grains research at WSU Breadlab. Activities included hand threshing, cleaning, and milling wheat, followed by baking and evaluating chocolate chip cookies. Students also toured the NWREC in Mount Vernon, learning about agricultural science projects and career pathways. A strategic and culturally responsive approach was used to recruit students for the fifth component cohort in North Carolina. A recruitment presentation, developed with a marketing consultant, reflected cultural and educational needs and was introduced at the End-of-Year Celebration. In Washington, coordinators showcased the presentation, receiving positive feedback from students and parents. The Fall 2024 semester saw significant enrollment, with 146 students enrolled in North Carolina and 76 in Washington, exceeding goals. The total enrollment across both states was 222 students, with 75 participating in the 5th component Caminos a Carreras. Events such as Central Carolina Community College's Family Day and Sanford Street Fest allowed students to explore career opportunities and engage in community service. The program has also seen personal achievements. The Juntos Club Vice President was named 4-H Club Member of the Year, and two first-year college students were considered for the CCCC/Juntos Scholarship. These events and achievements reflect the success of North Carolina's Juntos program. In early 2025, the Juntos program continued to expand its 5th component, offering scholarships, internships, and events. On January 25, 2025, 30 students and 21 parents participated in Plant Science Day at NC State University, exploring careers in plant science. In Washington, coordinators worked to establish partnerships with local businesses and community colleges, developing a career exploration calendar with hands-on STEM activities. In August 2024, the National Juntos Consortium (NJC) held its inaugural virtual meeting, with six states joining. Key initiatives discussed included the Falcon Conference and the development of a volunteer package. Purdue University took the lead on the Juntos Volunteer guide, and members from North Carolina and Idaho attended the Falcon Conference. In 2024, the NJC launched its first Request for Application (RFA) for Juntos YEA, which was distributed to NJC members. States submitted proposals, and in January 2025, the selected states were announced. This initiative aims to extend the program's reach and ensure long-term growth. The National Juntos office also led webinars on topics of interest to states, as outlined in the calendar. The evaluation group, supported by grant funding, has tracked and measured the program's impact. The PEER group developed quantitative and qualitative approaches to collect data on student engagement with the 5th component and the companion guide. Research efforts include interviews with coordinators, field observations, and focus groups with students, families, and staff. In North Carolina, the Juntos team expanded its reach by hiring a full-time Evaluator, Business Officer, and Graduate Research Assistant. Additionally, partnerships with Wake Tech Community College and Central Carolina Community College provided work-study positions for students, including former Juntos participants now pursuing associate degrees. In Washington, the team added a Graduate Assistant, part-time Coordinator, Family Liaison, and County Lead to support the program's expansion.
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Progress 02/15/23 to 02/14/24
Outputs
Target Audience:Our research addresses the need for targeted initiatives to engage and empower Latino youth in pursuing careers in the agricultural fields. Focused on cultivating a sustainable and diverse workforce, this effort recognizes the strengths and potential contributions of the Latin community to the agricultural landscape. Latinos are historically underrepresented in STEM fields, and directing efforts toward engaging Latin youth in agricultural careers serves as a strategic approach to address this disparity. Despite the pressing need for increased youth participation in STEM careers, Latino youth encounter obstacles hindering their success within STEM fields. These obstacles include self-efficacy, the cost of post-secondary education, and perceived time commitments required to complete a STEM career, as highlighted by Zheng and Matthew (2021). A pivotal challenge contributing to the obstacles faced by Latino youth is the pervasive impact of social identity threat, a phenomenon explored in the research by Hernandez et al. (2017). This social identity threat operates as a dual process, wherein Latino STEM majors experience discouragement due to the underrepresentation of their community in specific academic and workplace settings dedicated to STEM pursuits. This project, aligned with AFRI priorities, emerges as an initiative to address this disparity, bridge the service gap, and create pathways that maximize opportunities for those residing in regions where the economy is predominantly fueled by agricultural production. THE National Juntos Consortium (NJC) and STEM Agricultural Pathways (AP) initiative aims to introduce a scalable and replicable community-driven program that champions STEM/Ag sciences equity. Rooted in a holistic, cross-agency approach, this initiative seeks to transform the lives of the Latin community by providing access to resources, knowledge, and skills. This transformative project aims to increase a community rich in talent and resilience into a STEM Ag-rich workforce where their unique perspectives and diverse experiences are valued and crucial. Changes/Problems:Our biggest change with this project is the qualitative research we intended to do. The Program Evaluation & Education Research (PEER) team at the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation in NC State's College of Education proposes the following quantitative analysis plan. Prior evaluations of the Juntos program have not utilized quasi-experimental methods to assess the impact(s) of the Juntos program on student academic and workforce outcomes. As such, it would be difficult to determine what additional impact(s), if any, the STEM AP extension has on these outcomes when compared to impacts that result from general participation in Juntos. Therefore, there is a clear need to quantitatively assess whether the Juntos program impacts academic and workforce outcomes among participants. If general participation in Juntos demonstrates positive impacts on student outcomes and STEM AP demonstrates positive impacts on students' soft skills and psychometric outcomes, Juntos stakeholders would have a strong basis to infer that the STEM AP extension promotes improved outcomes for participants, even in the absence of causal analysis. We are still confident the research in this new direction in the research will build evidence for the efficacy of STEM AP and the overall Juntos Program to increase youth academic success and youth STEM career aspirations, strengthen DEIA and culturally responsive practices for LatinxSTEM success, and build a replicable, scalable practices program that improves Latinx youth's career aspirations in STEM, STEM self-efficacy, and representation in post-secondary STEM education and careers. Another challenge our project faced was the ability of Wake Tech Community College/Wake County Public Schools to launch project activities during Year 1. Wake Tech experienced hiring challenges for one of the Project Coordinator positions. After four rounds of interviews, a coordinator has now been hired. While not funded by the YEA grant, staff have conducted recruitment at three school sites, both identified as YEA grant project schools. Staff will transition to the YEA grant project in Year 2. This groundwork will be helpful, and with a fully staffed team, we will be ready for implementation as soon as the formal agreement with Wake County Public Schools is complete. Washington will also need to hire their program lead for the project to accomplish success as the summer academy and the new school year begin. What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?In March of 2023, the National Juntos Convening provided sessions for professionals to support their work around Juntos programming. Topics such as program sustainability, research and evaluation, and planning summer academies were covered. Youth also attended sessions around mental health, cultural wealth and their education, career exploration, and more. A three-day national Juntos training was held on September 2023, which included new staff hired under this project and professionals from three other states implementing the program. During this training, profound emphasis was placed on refining methodologies and techniques tailored specifically to address the unique needs of Latino youth within the Juntos program. Participants delved into the intricacies of executing impactful workshops, navigating conflict resolution, and cultivating cultural responsiveness to meet the needs of our youth. Beyond skill enhancement, the event fostered a culture of collaboration and networking among the coordinators and staff. Encouraging meaningful connections, this aspect of the training sought to create a supportive community, reinforcing the shared commitment to the program's mission. This training equipped our coordinators and staff with cutting-edge tools and resources to navigate the evolving youth development program. The training not only elevated the proficiency of those involved but also increased the camaraderie among the dedicated professionals. This commitment to ongoing improvement stands as a testament to the program's dedication to the growth and empowerment of the Latino youth it serves. A series of coaching sessions unfolded throughout the fall across North Carolina and Washington State in the fall of 2023. These coaching sessions aim to empower and guide Juntos coordinators, fostering a robust support system and offering a platform to address challenges and troubleshoot potential obstacles within the program. The overarching objectives of these sessions were to instill confidence in the coordinators, equipping them with the tools and knowledge necessary to navigate the program's intricacies. These sessions cultivated a sense of assurance and competence, recognizing the pivotal role these coordinators play in shaping the academic success of our youth. In this collaborative narrative of growth and empowerment, the fall coaching sessions became a cornerstone for Juntos, symbolizing a commitment to excellence in mentorship and dedication to the success of the youth entrusted in their care. Our dedicated staff engaged in a comprehensive series of professional development activities, with our project manager taking a role in enhancing our commitment to K-12 STEM Agriscience education in North Carolina. She attended the NC Association for Biomedical Research (NCABR) "Bridging the Gap" conference, where purposeful networking and valuable connections were made. Our project manager also attended the "Women of Color in STEM Summit," a significant event designed to shed light on the underrepresented segments in STEM fields. The summit recognized and addressed the unique challenges women of color face in navigating STEM careers. This immersive experience provided a culturally responsive lens, amplifying the program's efficacy as it addresses diversity and inclusivity in STEM education. In January 2024, a Juntos coordinator "retreat" in North Carolina provided professional development, aspiring to cultivate a sense of community among staff. The retreat provided a space for creativity through collaborative efforts, fostering an environment where innovative ideas were exchanged. The event served as a crucial support system for coordinators engaged in the Juntos program that aims to increase academic success for the youth. Beyond professional growth, the retreat addressed the challenges of coordinators often working in isolation, providing them with valuable collaboration and mutual support space. It became a cornerstone for fortifying relationships and synergizing efforts within this vital network of program coordinators. How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?A collaborative journey unfolded as industry partners, extension staff, content specialists, and NC State and Washington State University (WSU) leaders wrote letters of support for the STEM Agricultural Pathways (AP) initiative. These distinguished partners participated in meetings/workshops to help create the STEM AP model. In August of 2023, industry partners from NC, NC State faculty, extension staff, and Juntos coordinators convened, diving into discussions on the challenges Latin youth face pursuing agriscience. Rich narratives unfolded as participants shared personal stories, providing invaluable insights that would later fuel the development of a model fostering self-efficacy and motivation for STEM careers. In November 2023, industry partners from NC State and WSU, Extension staff from across the country, and national juntos coordinators met in a virtual call to provide their insights and knowledge of the type of model that would be culturally responsive to our youth and aims to encourage students to pursue careers in agriscience. This forum aimed to distill cultural responsiveness into the STEM AP model, synthesizing perspectives to sculpt an intentional approach to agriscience. These two meetings led to the development of the STEM AP Advisory Council and identified key collaborators for its development. These two meetings laid the groundwork for key collaborators and research activities to gain the perspectives and experiences of Latino professionals in agriscience careers. A Delphi methodological approach was used to identify and gather consensus around the essential components to include in an innovative educational model to prepare high school and undergraduate Latino students for agriscience/agricultural engineering careers. Recruitment of participants to complete the survey is still active. The recruitment process for the Delphi methodology involved the expertise of industry partners, and scientists in both industry and academia, alongside content and extension specialists. Monthly engagement, facilitated through email correspondence and personalized phone calls, ensured these key stakeholders' sustained and comprehensive involvement. Contacts were made via social media (LinkedIn and Instagram). Through carefully crafted posts and targeted descriptions, the project engaged a wider audience to contribute their insights to the Delphi methodology process. Given the timelines for product development, information learned through the Delphi research will inform the evaluation and revision of the STEM AP materials. As the initiative evolved, January 2024 marked a milestone with the inaugural advisory council meeting. This meeting formed collaborative efforts that led to a comprehensive roadmap for STEM AP. The strategic process and module development for STEM AP emerged as a testament to the commitment and expertise of the individuals identified in the transformative August and November 2023 gathering. National Juntos Consortium: Since March 2023, state leads from all Juntos states have participated in conversations and surveys to provide their input on what they want to see in a Consortium model. A full Consortium package was revealed on October 3, 2023 which has led to continual feedback to support a revision to the final Consortium model. What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?STEM AP In the fall of 2024, North Carolina and Washington will implement and test a prototype of Phase 1 of the STEM AP as an additional component of the Juntos program. STEM AP will strategically focus on cultivating agriscience skills, practices, and career options among students. Envisioned as a transformative experience, the program is designed to immerse students in research, offering invaluable hands-on opportunities by collaborating with industry experts and scientists. Phase 1 will focus on goal-setting and career awareness within agriscience for 11th-grade students. In addition to self-reflection exercises, career awareness research activities, and family involvement prompts, Phase 1 will offer video-based mini-lessons that showcase Latino agriscience professionals leading STEM skill-building activities. Research: In the following months, The Friday Institute, project Co-PIs, and the project manager will conduct cognitive interviews with current Juntos students to gather their thoughts around the S-STEM survey. This initiative aims to get a broader knowledge of the survey questions from the S-STEM and identify any difficulties that respondents experience during the process and to incorporate a culturally responsive lens to the S-STEM. The interviews will be conducted in April 2024 in the two counties of NC (Lee and Wake County). The Friday Institute research team will continue to work through their timeline of qualitative and quantitative reach. NJC update: We are on track to launch the National Juntos Consortium on July 1, 2024. In the coming months, we will finalize individual calls with states and share the Consortium Package and Bylaws with all States. We will provide a virtual meeting of all Juntos states to clarify and answer any final questions before our July 1 launch date. PI will also work on a 2024-2025 annual Consortium calendar events, meetings, and professional development. This calendar will include an RFP timeline for states to apply for YEA Juntos funds in year three of the project. The project manager and lead PI will work on finalizing the RFP application and process to ensure the success of three new states implementing the Juntos STEM AP component. Washington update: In Washington, there is a pursuit for a Juntos program state lead position for the state to help engage coordinators and provide the support needed. A pivotal partnership is forming through strategic collaboration with WSU breadlab. Located near WSU Mount Vernon Research and Extension Center, the Breadlab, with its "Breeders who Bake" ethos, breeds organic grains, fostering a unique synergy with King Arthur Baking Company. This potential alliance will enrich our program and amplify community involvement. The Breadlab's proximity to a region boasting a substantial Latino population, notably in the Burlington School District, presents a promising opportunity. The coordinator's outreach efforts reveal an enthusiastic response, especially from a student body that is 80% Hispanic. The connection serves as a testament to the potential impact of our collaboration. Another partnership is with Viva Farms,who support Latino(a) farmers. They even have trials of different corn varieties to make the perfect corn tortilla. Skagit County Extension and Juntos could be our "glue" to help bring this together.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Part of this project and its research specialize in initiatives to engage and empower Latino youth to pursue careers in the agricultural fields, which is already promoting academia and industry to think effectively about how to engage young people in their work. The initial months of the project were spent hiring needed staff and establishing core team meetings to support the project's structure and timeline. The STEM AP model began its development in August of 2023 with the first meeting involving industry/academia partners in the agriculture sector. The primary objectives of the initial meetings were to gather insights into best practices for agricultural education, explore potential collaborations within these institutions, and understand the diverse pathways these esteemed partners traversed to achieve their current positions. Meetings included a virtual call with additional industry partners to learn how to develop a culturally responsive initiative to encourage Latino youth in agriculture. These discussions catalyzed identifying critical components of the initiative and culminated in establishing our advisory council. On January 9, 2024 our first advisory council meeting marked a significant milestone in the project's evolution. During this session, collaborative efforts resulted in formulating a comprehensive roadmap, outlining the strategic process for the initiative, and developing modules for STEM AP. In North Carolina, two counties (Lee and Wake County) started serving youth in August of 2023 in partnership with local community colleges. Due to Land Grant University and the community college collaboration, strategic conversations on how to support students through dull enrollment have taken place. In Lee County, a Juntos Alumni now enrolled in their community college has been hired through grant funds to support programming. In Washington, the Co-PIs have initiated partnerships with industry. They are engaging Extension Centers near the programming sites on how the STEM AP component can complement their current goals. In March of 2023, the first in Juntos history in-person National Juntos Convening took place at Oregon State University with 64 student participants and 70 professional participants. This event allowed professionals to discuss a National Juntos Consortium model. Since the convening, the lead PI has led various calls with Juntos states and Extension leadership that have supported the drafting and finalizing of the NJC model and its bylaws.
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