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Jennifer Reeves

Associate Research Scientist

University of Arizona

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Cell: 520-429-6580 

Office: 520-623-5511 ext: 544 

 

Jennifer Martinez

Instructional Specialist Coordinator

University of Arizona

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Cell: 520-358-1068

Office: 520-623-5511 ext: 542

 

Melissa Jahnke 

Instructional Specialist  

University of Arizona

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520-623-5511 ext: 542

 

Celina Urquidez

Program Coordinator

University of Arizona

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520-623-5511 ext: 542

 

Brianne Valenzuela

Program Coordinator

University of Arizona

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520-623-5511 ext: 542 

 

 

 

 

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If you would like to submit a resource or material to be considered for the website, send a link or file to Celina at 

 

    

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The 2014-2015 school year is almost over! Make sure to

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

Plan for 2015-2016!

Looking for funding opportunities to improve the healthy eating and physical activity opportunities in your school? Up to $4,000 per year is available to qualified K-12 schools enrolled in Fuel Up to Play 60 to kick start healthy changes. Start Planning now! The next deadline to apply is June 16, 2015.


 

 

 

Coming Soon! PYFP Global Forum

Have you participated in any PYFP professional development?  If so, listen up!  SHAPE America is excited to announce the upcoming launch of an online community dedicated exclusively to the Presidential Youth Fitness Program (PYFP). The online community will be a place where educators and advocates of the PYFP can collaborate-trading tips and lesson plans, communicating about best practices, and sharing resources and ideas. Read more.

 

 

 

Spring Brain Break Cards-Peaceful Playgrounds

 

These featured Brain Break cards are great for a quick break from academics and for indoor recess. Included in this set are 15 Brain Breaks to make moving fun! Download the cards here!


 

   

 

Recent Nutrition and Physical Activity News: 

   

 

Kid Chefs: Join the fourth Annual Healthy Lunchtime Challenge! Let's Move!-Kelly Miterko, 3/31/15.

Fourth Annual Healthy Lunchtime Challenge


 

First Lady Michelle Obama is teaming up with PBS flagship station WGBH Boston, the U.S. Department of Education, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture to host the fourth annual Healthy Lunchtime Challenge to promote cooking and healthy eating among young people across the nation. The challenge invites kids ages 8-12 to join a parent or guardian in creating an original recipe that is healthy, affordable, and delicious. Read more here!
 


Bringing chefs into school kitchens proves effective in randomized trial for healthy eating-Medical News Today. 

The study, led by researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in Boston, MA, and published in JAMA Pediatrics, compared the effect of assigning a program of chef-enhanced meals at four randomly selected schools among a total of 14 taking part in the trial. The consumption by children in these schools - in terms of selection and amounts of food - was compared with that in the remaining 10 schools providing standard meals as usual. Read more.
 



 

Farm to School Webinars:

This webinar series will help you build your farm to school skills and develop new strategies for bringing local foods into the lunchroom. Learn tips and insights on topics like building a team, menu planning, program sustainability, and more! Pick the session(s) you would like to register for!


The Training Team is offering their first round of trainings on the following topics:
  • Discover MyPlate
  • Super Tracker
  • MyPlate for my Family- (replaced) Loving your Family Feeding Their Future
Contact Jen M. if you haven't already to schedule a training!


April 2015

 

 What's New?

April is National Garden Month! 

  

 

Spring has finally arrived! It is the perfect time to head outside and start a garden. Here are some great ideas, courtesy of the National Garden Association to help you celebrate National Garden Month!

 

 

This Month's Highlight!

 

Thank you to Maricopa County, Santa Cruz County, and Cochise County for scheduling your first round of training with the SNAP Ed training Team!

Attendees received training on the following approved curricula under FY16:

Discover MyPlate, Supertracker and MyPlate for my Family. All trainings went very well and were very interactive! Thank you all for the positive feedback and please let us know if you need any further assistance!

 

Food demo during the Maricopa Training 3-4-15

 

  Learning about Discover MyPlate during the Santa Cruz/Douglas Training 3-11-15

 

 

 

 

4th Annual EMPOWER Conference

 

Save the Date! Get Ready! Get Set! Mark your Calendars!

 

Announcing the 4th Annual EMPOWER Conference! 

 

Saturday May 2, 2015, all day free training
Location: Desert Willow Conference Center: 4340 E Cotton Center Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85040
 

Join early childhood development partners from across the state in this interactive and informative conference. Explore the Empower standards and policies through a variety of engaging workshops! Registration is now open! 
 

 

 

*Would you like to highlight special events, programs, or creative activity/lesson ideas from your county? Send any information and photos to Brianne Valenzuela ([email protected]u.)

 

 

 

 

 

 Spotlight on New and Approved Materials and Curriculum

Team Nutrition-USDA 
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Let's Move! Garden Checklist Series

Get involved! Use this checklist series to garden healthy at home, in the community, or at school.


Introducing MyPlate for Younger Children
Use this colorful MyPlate sheet to introduce the plate and food groups to a younger audience. This resource is available for download in English and Spanish. Get your copy here!


Storing Fresh Fruits and Vegetables for Best Flavor-Fruits and Veggies More Matters

After you have planted your new garden, it is important to make sure that all of the fruits and vegetables that have grown stay fresh for as long as possible. Great tasting fruits and vegetables begin with proper storage. This handout outlines storage suggestions for fresh produce! Download the handout here!


Meeting Your MyPlate Goals on a Budget

This helpful guide provides tips to fill your plate with healthy foods without breaking the bank. Also featured in this resource are various, healthy recipes!


 




Visit the seasonal produce guide! Wondering which fruits and vegetables are in season for Spring? Stay up-to-date on which foods are currently available, such as carrots, grapes and peas.


 

Holiday Menus!-SNAP-Ed Connection

Visit the Healthy, Thrifty Holiday Menus page for ideas on how to make affordable, tasty holiday meals with SNAP-Ed Connection recipes! Enjoy recipe ideas for the whole month of April with these great meal ideas!   
 
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Spotlight on Nutrition and Physical Activity Observances:

     

  • National Garden Month
  • National Public Health Week-April 6-12
  • National Garlic Day April 19th
 
Celebrate National garlic day by making Chicken Vegetable Soup with Kale, which features garlic as an ingredient!
 


 

Grant Opportunities

Below are several grant opportunities offered by various organizations that could support your school in making healthy eating and physical activity choices.

 

Sundt Foundation

Next Deadline: June 15, 2015

The foundation funds activities and programs undertaken by nonprofit organizations that improve the quality of life for disadvantaged children. The Board meets quarterly to review grant requests.

 


 

Whiteman Foundation Grant

Deadline: Rolling

Whiteman Foundation works with nonprofit organizations principally in Maricopa County, but will entertain highly solution oriented nonprofits anywhere in Arizona. The Whiteman Foundation currently focuses on early childhood endeavors/projects. 

   
 
  
We Hope You're All Doing Well!


To schedule a training, contact Jennifer Martinez [email protected]