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Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




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Success StoryInez Elementary Afterschool Club



Inez Elementary Afterschool Club

Author: Asya Jarrell

Planning Unit: Martin County CES

Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General

Plan of Work: Accessing Nutritious Foods

Outcome: Long-Term Outcome

Food insecurity is a critical issue nationwide, with Martin County facing particularly high levels of poverty. This widespread economic challenge significantly contributes to food insecurity among our students.

 As a result, all students in the county qualify for free or reduced lunch, underscoring the urgent need for support. In response, Martin County CES is partnering with Martin County Schools twice a week (Tuesdays-IES and Thursdays-MCMS) to educate students on the importance of food and nutrition through afterschool programs.

These initiatives will provide a basic understanding of the main food groups:

-Fruits

-Vegetables

-Grains

-Dairy

-Protein

;while teaching the recommended values for each according to the MyPlate guidelines.

Martin County CES is focusing its efforts on all school-age children, grades K-12. Currently, Inez Elementary and Martin County Middle School each have approximately 15-20 students participating in their afterschool programs each week. 

The partnership between Martin County CES and Martin County Schools aims to combat food insecurity by educating K-12 students about nutrition. Through bi-weekly afterschool programs at Inez Elementary and Martin County Middle School, approximately 15-20 students participate each week.

Expected Outcomes:

-Increased Nutritional Knowledge: Students will gain a better understanding of food groups and MyPlate guidelines.

-Behavioral Changes: Surveys will indicate improved dietary habits, particularly increased fruit and vegetable consumption.

-Improved Food Security: Educated students will contribute to reducing food insecurity in the community.






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