Educational Materials
Now educators from across the state can access educational materials that help bring awareness about anti-litter into their classrooms. Don’t mess with Texas has partnered with Texas educators to create lesson plans and corresponding collateral materials for Pre-K, Elementary, Middle and High School grade levels. Click here to see the materials.
Campus Cleanup
Attention high school, college, and university students: It’s time to clean up the grounds. We’ll show you how.
Scholarships
2023 Scholarship
The Don’t mess with Texas® Scholarship Contest is now accepting applications for the 2023 school year. Any Texas high school senior currently attending public, private or home school and planning to attend an accredited Texas college or university in Fall 2023 semester is eligible to apply. To apply for the Don’t mess with Texas® Scholarship, visit https://texashighways.com/dont-mess-with-texas-scholarship-application/. Applications must be received via online submission by 5 p.m. (CST) March 31, 2023.
Darrel the Barrel Litter Catch Game
Oh No! Litter is flying everywhere! Can you help Darrel pick up the trash and keep Texas clean? Drag Darrel across the screen and help him catch the trash before it goes on the ground and becomes litter. The more trash you get, the more points you get. Once you’re done, share your score with your friends and see if they can beat you.
Mural Contest
Don’t mess with Texas is committed to keeping Texas litter-free and spreading the message across the state. We are excited to continue to bring murals to local Texas communities. Take a look here to see where you can find a Don’t mess with Texas mural near you!
Activity Books
Looking for a way to entertain your kids or students that doesn’t involve a tablet or the internet? We’ve got you covered! Our activity books are filled with fun puzzles, word searches and coloring pages that teach kids about keeping their state clean. Click here learn how to order a free box for your classroom or head to the Free Stuff page to download a free copy.
