UANN Training Team
2805 E. Ajo Way
Tucson, AZ, 85713

Jennifer Reeves

Associate Research Scientist

University of Arizona

jreeves@u.arizona.edu

Cell: 520-429-6580 

Office: 520-623-5511 ext: 544 

Jennifer Martinez

Instructional Specialist Coordinator

University of Arizona

jmm3@email.arizona.edu  

Cell: 520-358-1068

Office: 520-623-5511 ext: 542

Melissa Jahnke 

Instructional Specialist  

University of Arizona

mjahnke1@email.arizona.edu 

520-623-5511 ext: 542

Celina Urquidez

Program Coordinator

University of Arizona

celinau@email.arizona.edu

520-623-5511 ext: 542

Brianne Valenzuela

Program Coordinator

University of Arizona

bvalenzu@email.arizona.edu

520-623-5511 ext: 542 

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Gear up for the school year with the new 2014-2015 Playbook!

Take a look at the 2014-2015 Playbook  which features 10 plays developed with input from students, educators and other experts.  

Get Active Through Play! 

Active students do better! Get your students to stay active through play all year long with the Ramp up For Recess Play! With this Play, you can make your playground a great place for recess. An active recess period can help students get their physical activity, have some personal choice time and gear up for a positive, productive afternoon of learning!
 

PYFP Free Webinar! Integrating Fitness into Your Quality Physical Education Program

This instructional webinar taking place on Tuesday December 9th, is designed to give teachers the background knowledge and skills to integrate fitness and lifetime physical activity into quality physical education instruction including use of fitness assessment results to assess fitness concept knowledge, participation in physical activity, and evidence of growth in the affective domain and adapting activities from existing curricula to an activity template that incorporates fitness concepts and components. Register for the webinar here!

Recent Nutrition and Physical Activity News: 

Kids and Chefs Cook for Success-Let's Move! Elyse Cohen, 11/25/2014.

During this year's 3rd Annual Kids' State Dinner, the First Lady announced the Kids and Chefs Cook for Success collaboration. Through this initiative, each of the 54 Kids' State Dinner winners were paired with a chef in their community to host free, healthy cooking demonstrations to support efforts to build and teach basic cooking skills. The work of these dynamic duos has inspired kids, families, and communities across the nation to try their hand at preparing healthier meals at home. The cooking demonstrations have begun, and we couldn't be more impressed with the talented pairs! Read more.

FDA: Expect more foods labeling next year-KSAT 12, Jessie Degollado, 11/25/2014.

SAN ANTONIO - Not exactly the time of year when most people are counting calories. But beginning next year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration will require that calorie information be posted many more places, besides those already doing it voluntarily. Read more.

How to Enjoy Holiday Appetizers without Negative Health Impacts-The Morning Sun, Kati Mora, 11/25/2014.

Often the main course at any big family meal is the center of attention, but what about all the delicious edibles leading up to the main event? Most holiday gatherings or parties involve more food than simply what is brought to the table during the slated mealtime. Before you start filling up on all these easy-to-grab appetizers, here are a few sensible ideas to make sure you are doing so mindfully and with health in mind: Pause for 10 seconds. Before you grab a bite, take a few seconds to pause and focus. Continue reading.

Additional Resources

Seasonal Produce Guide: What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season? Wondering what's in season? Stay up-to-date on which fruits and vegetables are currently available, such as carrots, grapes and peas.

 Spotlight on New and Approved Materials and Curriculum

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***Please review the FY16 Materials List and make sure that there are curricula available for your programs. Contact your materials representative with suggestions for new curricula***

 

The Farm to School Program-USDA

New Policy Memo-Farm to School and School Garden Expenses

The student that has planted, tended, and harvested kale in a school garden is much more likely to try that kale when it shows up on the serving line in the school cafeteria. To answer questions about using school food service funds in support of school gardens and other farm to school efforts, USDA recently released a new memo, Farm to School and School Garden Expenses Q&As.

New Featured Tip Sheet From MyPlate.gov-USDA

A new tip sheet from the 10 tips Nutrition Education Series is available! "Save more at the grocery store" features ideas to help consumers save money and cut costs at the store. Download the tip sheet here!

Media Smart Youth-NIH, USDA

Media-Smart Youth is an interactive after-school program for young people ages 11-13. This program is designed to help teach students about the media world and how it can affect their health--especially in the areas of nutrition and physical activity. To learn more about the program and to get started click here!

 

Healthy Holiday Recipe Alternative-NHLBI

 

Here is a healthy recipe that the whole family can help prepare. Pupusas Revueltas (Salvadoran-style Stuffed Masa Cakes) are a delicious entree that everyone will enjoy! Happy Holidays!
 

 

Holiday Menus!-SNAP-Ed Connection