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What is Mitchell Elementary doing to support the Wellness Policy? Encourages parents and teachers to send HEALTHY Snacks such as fruit, baked chip or water to school.
Established a Walking Club for Students & Staff
Implemented a Chef-4-the-Day Program where Kindergarten and First graders work with MUW Culinary Arts students to create healthy snacks!! Establish a School Health Council that addresses all aspects of a coordinated school health program. Schedule recess before lunch times to allow increased food consumption, decreasing plate waste, and improve cafeteria behavior.
Helpful Links My Pyramid.gov: http://www.mypyramid.gov Eat Smart Play Hard: http://www.fns.usda.gov/eatsmartplayhard My Pyramid for Kids: http://www.teamnutrition.usda.gov/kids-pyramid.html Produce for Better Health: http://www.5aday.org National Beef Council: http://www.teachfree.com Action for Healthy Kids: http://www.actionforhealthykids.org Nutrition Explorations: http://www.nutritionexplorations.org
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