Extension
It Starts With Us
| 2071 - LEAP | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2071.1) | 40 |
Number of students who recognize physical activity (K-2nd grade) |
| 2071.2) | 40 |
Number of students who recognize healthy snacks (K-2nd grade) |
| 2071.3) | 40 |
Number of students who recognize vegetables (K-2nd grade) |
| 2071.4) | 40 |
Number of students who recognize fruits (K-2nd grade) |
| 2071.5) | 20 |
Number of students who recognize dairy foods (K-2nd grade) |
| 2071.6) | 40 |
Number of students who recognize when to wash hands (K-2nd grade) |
| 2071.7) | 0 |
Number of students who increased weekly vegetable consumption (3rd grade) |
| 2071.8) | 0 |
Number of students who increased willingness to try a new food (3rd grade) |
| 2071.9) | 0 |
Number of students who increased physical activity (3rd grade) |
| 2071.10) | 0 |
Number of students who improved handwashing practices (3rd grade) |
Author: Margie Hernandez
Major Program: LEAP
Brush Those TeethAbout 1 of 5 (20%) children aged 5 to 11 years have at least one untreated decayed tooth (CDC). With poor oral health issues on the rise, educators in Russell County sought out ways to help make the children in their classrooms healthier. The Russell County Cooperative Extension Service Nutrition Education Program assistant collaborated with the Russell County Elementary school teachers to offer the LEAP (Literacy, Eating and Activity for the Primary/Preschool) curriculum
