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- Author: DeAnna Molinar
The Central Valley is excited about the rain today!
But there is one student at Benavidez Elementary that is EXTRA excited about the rain that has come our way!
When students were asked to write down a healthy lifestyle goal, many said they would like to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables. But Julio Perez, a 5th grader in Mr. Bundy's class, didn't just want to eat fresh fruits and vegetables - he wants to grow them!
A January shower may be just enough to bring, well, Julio's garden!
Find out what he plans to grow:
- Author: Shelby MacNab
- Contributor: DeAnna Molinar
- Contributor: Kristi Sharp
Nutrition corners here, nutrition corners there, nutrition corners everywhere!!
All enrolled teachers are provided with a nutrition corner border to set up in their classroom to feature student work and create a healthy environment.
UC CalFresh is also getting nutrition corners up and running in cafeterias and other shared spaces on school campuses where they can be highlighted for all to see.
When you think about it, large companies spend a lot of money branding food to make it seem exciting and delicious. They get people excited about it, and that increases sales and consumption.
Let's join in this proven strategy, but with a twist-- let's promote healthy foods! Together we can create a healthy environment that gets students excited to try healthy foods and stay physically active! Who's with us??
Hazel M. Bailey Elementary, Firebaugh
For more on the Off the Front, visit there website.
The enthusiasm is building, won't you join us in creating a healthier school environment?