“I work directly with a SNAP-Ed employee and had the pleasure of observing her presentation to a boys and girls club group of kids. The activity included the making of a smoothie as a healthy food alternative. Some of the kids were skeptical of the ingredients at first, however, after small sampling to product, they…
“I am a school teacher and my students and I have been very fortunate to work with Ginger. She is amazing. She does classes to help out children learn about eating well.”
“I am a SNAP-Ed agent in Chilton and & Bibb counties. SNAP-Ed is so important for our communities. SNAP-Ed provides valuable nutrition education that empowers both students and adults to make healthier food choices, build lifelong wellness habits, and lead more active lives. In schools, it supports children’s learning and growth through fun, age-appropriate lessons,…
“I am in my sixth year as a SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator serving St. Clair County, Alabama. I provide 8 weeks of nutrition education in eligible schools who want to provide this as part of their school curriculum. The students learn about making healthy choices, the importance of drinking water and how being physically active impacts…
“SNAP-Ed is a crucial element in providing nutrition education in my small, rural community. Since beginning my work with SNAP-Ed, I have personally witnessed youth try new fruits and vegetables they have not tried or had an opportunity to try before. Additionally, I have witnessed remarkable growth at our local farmers market, with an increasing…
“I am a public school teacher. I have taught first and third grade. In each grade level, SNAP-Ed has made tremendous contributions to our school and our students. Mrs. Ginger routinely visits our school. She has visited dressed in full costume as the “Cat in the Hat” during Read Across America week to share a…
“Although I am retired, I work part time as a reading interventionist at Parrish Elementary/Middle School in Alabama. Year after year, I see first hand how much Snap-Ed positively impacts students’ attitude towards fresh food (fruits and vegetables). Not only are kids amazed that there is more to food production than just purchasing at the…
“Ginger encourages educators to grow & learn. She told me & my coworker about AG in the Classroom and helped us apply for a grant!!! The information we learned will help students for years to come!!!“
“The Live Well Alabama program from the Alabama Cooperative Extension System – Auburn University is a wonderful community outreach tool that helps children and adults learn about good nutrition and the benefits of physical activity. The Food Smarts Kids Workbook and the Creekline Junior Trailkeepers Activity Passport provide engaging activities that I use with my…
“After a program on smoothies in my kindergarten classroom, I have really thought more about what goes into our foods. The students loved the lesson and so did I. I could do better about eating more vegetables, myself, and seeing how you can add them into delicious smoothies was a good reminder how easy it…
