FREE | Vizcaya Teen Environmental Council: Information Session [IN-PERSON]

Are you a high school student passionate about the environment, sustainability, and making a real impact? Join us for a free in-person info session to explore how you can become part of the Vizcaya Teen Environmental Council (VTEC)—a teen-led leadership program designed for creative minds and future changemakers.

The Vizcaya Teen Environmental Council (VTEC) is a teen-led leadership program focused on urban agriculture, environmental sustainability, and community impact. This is more than a leadership opportunity—it’s a movement powered by teens like you.

As a VTEC member, you will:

• 🌻 Grow your own food and master sustainable farming techniques
• ♻️ Design and lead environmental programs for your community
• 🌍 Connect with your community through hands-on projects
• 🌟 Build leadership skills that prepare you for college and beyond
• 💵 Receive a monthly stipend and earn service hours

This session is required for all applicants to the 2025–2026 VTEC cohort. Here's what you’ll get:

• A complete overview of the program
• A chance to ask questions and meet Vizcaya staff
• Guidance on how to apply
• A first look at the projects and impact ahead

Sessions will be hosted in the Mechanic Shop at Vizcaya Village, near the Garage and public restrooms.

QUALIFICATIONS | To apply, you must:

• Be a 10th-, 11th-, or 12th-grade student during the 2025–2026 school year.
• Complete an online application and attend one (1) virtual or in-person informational session. Attend each meeting.
• Meetings will occur every other Thursday from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., September through March.

For more information about VTEC, please visit:

Host or Publisher Vizcaya Museum and Gardens