Florida Testimonials
SNAP-Ed Program Helps to Improve Failing School
"SNAP-Ed has been an integral part of the Lacoochee Elementary School Garden club for the entire time I have been associated with the school, thirteen years. When I started volunteering at Lacoochee it was rated
Floridian Librarian
"As a public librarian, I work with community members who lack access to good, healthy food as well as the education tools on how to best prepare them. SNAP-Ed has presented various times at our
Florida Students Learn About Plants
"The SNAP-Ed program was a very beneficial program for my students, it provided an hands on approach to learning, knowledge of the plant cycle and nutrition. Students learned the importance of making healthy choices, where
Farmer and SNAP-Ed Partnerships
"I work directly with school aged communities in Florida, who depend on this program. I’ve seen how providing nutrition and agriculture education in the classroom and school gardens makes kids more excited about eating fresh,
Special Needs Students
"With the guidance of Nutrition Educator Darla, our students with special needs at Achieve Center @ Richey have gained valuable skills in making healthy food choices, preparing nutritious snacks, and cultivating school gardens. Her engaging
Florida Preschool Teacher
"SNAP-ED was beneficial for children in my Preschool class. They learned about and were encouraged to consume balanced diet, emphasizing fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy. Lessons were engaging, with opportunities to try different foods."
K-5th Grade Students in Florida
"As the Green Team leader at Sally Ride Elementary, I have witnessed firsthand how your education program has transformed our school community. Our students, from kindergarten to fifth grade, are not just learning about healthy
Florida Teacher
"I am a teacher in a suburban area. My students have been able to learn and enjoy the SNAP-Ed program for many years. They look forward to their lessons on nutrition each week. They use
Florida Teacher
"I am a teacher at a school that received SNAP—ED services. A nutrition and gardening expert came to our school weekly to teach my second graders about nutrition and supported us in starting a school