Letcher County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023





2073 - Super Star Chef
2073.11) 14

Number of participants reporting intention to be more physically active
2073.10) 15

Number of participants who reported the intention to spend more time in the kitchen preparing meals
2073.6) 15

Number of participants reporting intention to drink more water and/or drink less soda
2073.5) 14

Number of participants reporting intention to be more physically active
2073.4) 15

Number of participants reporting intention to try new foods
2073.2) 15

Number of participants reporting intention to eat more fruits
2073.1) 15

Number of participants
2073.3) 15

Number of participants reporting intention to eat more vegetables


Success Stories

Super Star Chef Camp

Author: Nanette Banks

Major Program: Super Star Chef

According to recent data from the State of Obesity website, the current obesity rate for youth in Kentucky ages 10-17 is 23.8%, giving Kentucky a ranking of one among the fifty states and D.C. There are many factors that contribute to childhood obesity, including reduced physical activity and accessing or understanding appropriate nutrition choices. Recent research has indicated that teaching cooking skills to children encourages healthier food choices, which can lower obesity rates. In an

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