Extension
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Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of participants reporting intention to try new foods |
2100 |
Number of participants |
2504 |
Number of participants reporting intention to eat more fruits |
1652 |
Number of participants reporting intention to eat more vegetables |
1600 |
Number of participants reporting intention to help prepare food at home |
1899 |
Owen County Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent collaborated with 15 administrators and teachers with the Owen County School District to offer the Recipes for Life Program to 130 fifth-grade students. 24 volunteers worked with students in a hands-on educational setting to teach important life skills throughout the week. A posttest evaluation was conducted to determine learning outcomes. As a result of the program, students gained the following knowledge and skills:93% recognized the re...
