Youth Development

El programa CalFresh Healthy Living y Jardineros Maestros de UC se unen a la organizacin no lucrativa MORE en el condado de El Dorado Cosechan frutas y verduras, aprenden sobre las partes comestibles de una planta y plagas y participan en una serie de clases sobre cocina saludable y segura, todo con...

Nueva ley ordena a escuelas pblicas de California dar recesos de por lo menos veinte minutos a estudiantes de knder a octavo grado El ao pasado, mientras trabajaba en una propuesta de ley que requerira a las escuelas pblicas de California conceder a los estudiantes un receso de por lo menos 30 minut...

A recently published study reveals that California students appreciate Universal School Meals, reporting that having meals free of charge for all students made school meals more accessible, reduced stigma, improved food security, and streamlined the process for receiving meals.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, US Congress authorized the USDA to provide free school meals to all students regardless of family income.

4-H volunteers can sometimes feel discouraged as they struggle to find help in their clubs or projects. At the root of their disheartened spirit is sensing they are alone in doing a big job. This may lead to feeling unappreciated and, most certainly, tired.

A recent Nutrition Policy Institute research brief explores how funds from the US Department of Agriculture and the State of California may have helped schools make improvements to their meal programs.

CA 4-H Communications Intern Eve Dowdell shared her experience facilitating a meeting for the Committee on Out of School Time settings, hosted by the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. The meeting in Washington, D.C. included testimonials from youth and adult leaders from various…

Children participating in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Childrencommonly known as WICare at nutritional risk and need essential nutrients from fruits and vegetables to support development.

What you do with firewood this upcoming 4th of July (and year-round!) can impact more than just the s'mores on your campfire. If you move firewood around the state, you could spread deadly plant diseases and invasive insects. Don't take firewood with you if you travel or camp this holiday weekend.

En la Escuela Popular en San José, una academia bilingüe (inglés/español) para estudiantes desde kínder hasta el octavo grado, algo emocionante está ocurriendo.