Nutrition in Schools

Let's Move! is a program developed by First Lady Michelle Obama to solve the epidemic of childhood obesity within a generation. It stresses the need for better and healthier food choices both at home, and in our schools. Dr. Jefferson will review some of the materials on eating healthier on a budget. We will also speak with Susan A. Kessler, the Program Administrator for Western Suffolk Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) Student Support Services Center.

Episode Segments:

Educviii: Eating Healthier on a Budget With tips from the Let's Move! Website, Dr. Jefferson will tell you how prep food on a budget, shop smarter for healthy foods, and plan a weekly menu.
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Educviii: Susan A. Kessler Susan has 20 years of health and physical education teaching experience and has worked with Long Island school districts for the past 22 years as the Administrator of Western Suffolk Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) Student Support Services Center.
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