“Luke requested different apple types after trying a variety with the SNAP-Ed program. He was excited every time he came home with a taster award because he always seemed to be willing to try everything and liked it! This program has really helped Luke with trying new foods even if it’s just one little bite,…
“One day after a SNAP-Ed lesson at her school my daughter asked me if I could make her something with corn because she had it in class and said it was good. She was a big fan of the beans that she tried. Every time she came home with a taster award she would show…
“The parents enjoyed receiving the paper (taster awards) that shared the new food their child tried and whether or not they liked it. They were often surprised that their child tried it, because they don’t typically eat those foods at home. They also expressed their appreciation for the opportunity for their child to try these…
“The students were presented with a variety of health topics and even had the opportunity to try out fruits that they probably would have never tried.”
“Our school partnered with the SNAP-ED program for the 24-25 school year. This school-based outreach nutrition expert visited our school numerous times to educate our students on healthy eating, nutrition, and overall wellness. Marie hosted two 4-week long education sessions with our students during class time. Marie also hosted a parent workshop. Marie also attending…
“SNAP-Ed has been such a valuable resource for our school community. It’s more than just nutrition lessons—it’s a program that helps our students make better choices, stay active, and think about their health in a way that sticks with them. The lessons are engaging, age-appropriate, and hands-on, which our kids really enjoy. From my perspective…
“I’m honored to be involved with some very important and incredible work. Throughout my last 2+ years as a nutrition educator, I’ve seen that SNAP-Ed Works! Whether it’s the look of awe on a preschooler’s face when I pull a never before seen vegetable from a mystery bag (beets, asparagus, cabbage) or the thumbs-up I…
“I have been working in community-based nutrition as a counselor and educator for almost a decade. This job is more than an income to me; it is my livelihood. I work with PreK age to senior citizens and showing them how to make the best with the resources they have to make healthy choice is…
“I deliver nutrition education to school-age children in my region. Our audience gains agency over their own health as they learn about and try different foods. SNAP-Ed curricula is evidence based, colorful and upbeat. The kids love moving to the music provided with the curricula. We’ve received great feedback from the community and stakeholders. It’s…
